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Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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Yosemite National Park, CA
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Cemetery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪106 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.

IMPORTANT: We do not accept third party bookings. The person whose name is on the reservation must be staying at the property.

We no longer accept dogs or other pets, no exceptions.

$375 per night for 2 - 6 guests, plus 13.5% county tax, $120 housekeeping fee and VRBO's fee.

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home sleeps up to six guests maximum. We cannot accomodate more than 6 guests. The kitchen is fully equipped with all cooking and dining needs, including a dishwasher. The living room has a flat screen satellite TV with local and national channels, a DVD player, and WiFi. The private deck has deck furniture, and a gas BBQ for grilling your favorite meals and eating outside!

Wawona is inside Yosemite National Park, near the south entrance to the park and Mariposa Grove. Enjoy huge swimming holes in the South Fork of the Merced River (walking distance from the house!), hiking to Chilnualna Falls, the historic Wawona Hotel the Wawona Golf Course, Wawona Stables, Swinging Bridge and much more!

Wawona is an hour drive to Yosemite Valley attractions and Glacier Point.

Minimum age of primary renter: 25.

If our cabin and Yosemite are accessible, we do not cancel, modify, or refund reservations based on smoke, which is a very common occurrence in Yosemite each summer. This policy is consistent with all vacation rentals in Yosemite West.

Please note that our house has stairs which may be difficult for elderly folks and small children. We have a vacation home in Yosemite West, the Hummingbird Pines House (VRBO 470093) is more suited to elderly guests as it has only 2 steps into the house and bedrooms on the ground floor.

Minimum stay of 2 nights.

There are two bedrooms, each with one queen size bed. A convertible sofa-bed in the living room sleeps 1 to 2 more guests. Note: we cannot accommodate more than 6 guests at a time.

This house is equipped with a full kitchen and a large dining table. There is a bbq and dining furniture on the deck, which is a wonderful place to enjoy dinner and watch the sunset.

The Hummingbird Pika House has air conditioning, as well as individual room fans.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anything on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please empty all dishes from the dishwasher and put them away.
Please put all trash in the bear-proof dumpsters that are located throughout Wawona. PLEASE DO NOT leave trash bags beside the dumpster – Bears and other animals will scatter your trash everywhere.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please close the barbecue when not in use. Do not leave food, trash or dirty dishes on the deck as this will attract bears.
Please make sure all windows and doors are closed when you leave the house as bears will enter the house through open windows.
Wawona is a High-Risk Fire Area. No Smoking, No Candles, No Incense or ANY other open flames, either inside of the house or on the deck.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 2017053

About the neighborhood

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this vacation home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yosemite Cemetery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wawona Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Embers Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Summerdale BBQ Cookout @ Tenaya - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Hotel Dining Room - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required. on Apr 17, 2026 start from $400, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Yosemite Cemetery, Pioneer Yosemite History Center, and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! We loved the cabin and the stay in Wawona.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laundry was easy, house was lovely and national park amazing. Loved wawona and its proximity in the park.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dulce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy and spacious everything was perfect and the hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Me and my family love staying at Wawona and this cabin has been our favorite one !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved loved loved the house! Wish we could've stayed longer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The hosts were very helpful and provided great instructions. The house was large and very clean! It's a great location in the Yosemite park. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay

It’s a good place to stay when visiting Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dulce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Weekend

It was exactly what we needed for our weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaap F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic & superb stay at Wawona

So close to Wawona, the Pika house is full of 70’s charm. Spaciously nested just a minutes drive away from the Wawona hotel, we were struck by the high quality vintage decor, look and feel of the property. Would sure stay again, we loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Although a little dated, we had a lovely time staying at this property!! The location was perfect for the hiking, horse back riding, and swimming that we planned and the host was very communicative during our stay. The only thing I would recommend is having some flashlights around the house (unless we just didn't see them). The whole area lost power our last night and we were at the mercy of our cell phone lights :) but were able to take advantage of their board game collection. Thank you for having us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

What a wonderful place to stay while visiting Yosemite! I HIGHLY recommend staying inside the park to avoid the crazy long entry lines each day. This place was perfect. And there are plenty of fun things to do nearby: Chilnualna Falls, the swinging bridge, Wawona History Center and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, wonderful neighborhood, perfect host.

The house was well stocked with pillows, bedding, towels, kitchenware. The host was very kind and responded immediately to all messages. The drive to Yosemite Valley was delightful. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in the woods

Michelle and Pete's place is the perfect place to get in and out of Yosemite. The listing is exactly as described and we had no problems finding it or getting in. The beds are comfortable and we had everything we needed for the stay. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inside Yosemite

Sweet spot! Inside the gate, fun neighborhood. I liked the grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wawona

This is a lovely place to stay for a quiet visit to Yosemite. A drive to the valley but worth it as we could escape the crowds and really get away from it all. Good facilities. Handy local shop and delightful dark skies. Highly recommend for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEEANN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite Cabin

This place is even nicer than what the pictures show. Fresh wildflowers were placed around the house for an added beautiful touch. Everything we could possibly need for our comfort was available to us. Close proximity to many local attractions. We loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite May 2024

If you are cooking be sure to bring the basics: salt, pepper, oil. Nice place, would return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

We were so happy to be in the park and not have to worry about the entrance lines daily. Did the hike to the waterfall close to the house. The meadow hike was very relaxing. Even played a round of golf.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend get away

The Hummingbird Pika house was clean and comfortable after long days of hiking. We had dinners outside the deck every night and the BBQ grill was fantastic. We enjoyed our stay and will be back. Michelle and Peter was excellent in answering all our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

KimPhung B.

relaxing

very comfortable. Kitchen has enough cooking materials
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite family trip

Loved the location, the space, and ability to do laundry after 6 days on the road. Michelle and Peter were quick to respond to any concerns and checkout was easy and low-stress. Appreciated having enough room for us and our two young adult children to spread out. Enjoyed some time on the deck but spent most of the time exploring Yosemite. Oh! Also like the history center right there in Wawona. It was nice to do something close to home base after a full morning/early afternoon in the valley. Thanks for helping us make our trip memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The house is in a great location, walkable to market as well as a beautiful waterfall and river area to explore. Peaceful area inside the gate and about 30 minutes to the Valley floor. Great time relaxing and enjoying nature. Kitchen has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The house was amazing. Clean, well stocked. Only downfall was all the stairs. My 84 year old mom had a problem navigating step in and out and to the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All you need for a Yosemite Getaway

Plenty big enough for 2 couples. Near to the store. Parking for 2 vehicles. All you need for a few days in Yosemite.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhijun J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than my own home

A lovely place. Everything is at the right place. Considerate and cozy. There is a small market nearby selling fruits, vegetables,..... Chilnualna Falls is only .3 miles away. We only went to lower falls this time. It's a very nice trail and seems not an easy one. Next time we will get to the upper falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michelle and Peter

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Peter and Michelle

We have visited and loved Yosemite for many years, and are thrilled to have a vacation rental business in the park. We love Yosemite for hiking, climbing, snow shoeing, wildlife viewing and spending time in nature. Please feel free to email us with questions!

Why they chose this property

Hummingbird Pika is ideal for groups of family and friends who want a nice house to come back to after a long day of adventure.

What makes this property unique

Wawona is inside the Park boundaries, so it's a perfect location to enjoy Yosemite. Explore South Yosemite, Mariposa Grove, Chilnualna Falls, the South Fork of the Merced River and Wawona!

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