Yosemite - Ultimate Privacy: 14 Acres of Meadows & Forest. Best Location from Sf

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View of house from fire circle

View of the upper meadow from the double pillow top queen on the loft.

Accomodating Dining Area attached to Kitchen

Downstairs Bedroom, with Pillowtop Queen

The Neighbors. Deer in Upper Meadow, April

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Minimum stay:2 nights

Internet:No
Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:N/A

Property description

The most relaxing and amazing location to stay during your next trip to Yosemite is The Secret Meadows Retreat.

This A frame home is situated on it’s own fourteen acres of meadows and forest. It features one bedroom plus a loft bedroom, large living room with sofas and wood burning fireplace.

Frequented by deer and other wildlife this is an exclusive experience being offered as a rental for the first time, on a trial basis.

Driving through three gates and 300 yards down it’s private driveway will bring you to the home and the first meadow.

This is an old homestead site with just a handful of nearby cabins, all of which are far enough away to provide you with complete privacy (except for the deer, birds, and other wildlife). Adjacent to and surrounded by thousands of aces of Stanislaus National Forest which can accessed by trails and old logging roads from the Retreat.

Located just 400 yards from Hwy 120, approximate five miles west of the Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite National Park, in the Hardin Flat area.

This is an incredible destination that may leave you content without even venturing into Yosemite Valley, even though the Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite is just another ten minutes down the 120.

Nearby horseback riding, river rafting and guided tours can be arranged.

The home is cozy, with one private bedroom with queen bed and TV, a loft with one double pillow-top queen and one full (plus an amazing view over the meadow), a dining room, fully stocked kitchen and a large, fourteen x twenty four foot, family room with a big wood burning fireplace, 42” flat screen TV on Dish Network, a desk with computer, and couches which can easily sleep two more.

Includes all appliances, a washer-dryer, hot water (strong pressure), central heating (plus a pellet stove in the dining room and the wood burning fireplace in the living room).

Keywords: Cabin, retreat, honeymoon, get-away, privacy, Yosemite, National Park,

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Property Type

Cabin

1200 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Suitability

Children Welcome

Limited Accessibility

Non Smoking Only
Pets Not Allowed

Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, Beds for 5-7

Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Den
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Queen size Beds (2), Full Beds (1), Baby Cribs (1)

Bathrooms: 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom

Bathroom 1
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1 and 1/2 bathrooms

Other Amenities

Ultimate privacy! Behind 3 gates and situated on 14 acres, including two meadows and a substantial old growth forest. No other cabins or people in sight. Badminton, darts, horseshoes, hiking trails and hammock. Just six miles / minutes from the main Yosemite entrance (Hwy 120 / the main route from S.F. Bay Area). 10 minutes to Merced Grove. Surrounded by thousands of acres of Stanislaus National Forest. Trails and no fences, so you can hike for miles right from the cabin! This is by far the most convienant location for those coming from the SF Bay Area or anywhere on the West. The driveway is just 1/8th mile from Hwy 120. About 45 minutes before you get to Yosemite "West". This property is for those seeking the Yosemite experience. It's basically a private park for your personal enjoyment. It's not for everyone. We only rent to people we speak with. No parties or unpleasant people anymore. This is a special location for special people to appreciate, enjoy and to build great memories....more less

Attractions

Autumn Foliage
Botanical Garden
Caves
Churches

Coin Laundry
Festivals
Forests
Playground

Pond
Recreation Center
Restaurants
Waterfalls
Zoo

Local Services & Businesses

Groceries

Laundromat

Massage Therapist

Leisure Activities

Bird Watching
Boating
Eco Tourism
Horseback Riding

Horseshoes
Paddle Boating
Photography
Scenic Drives

Sight Seeing
Sledding
Walking
Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

Mountain View:
Sawmill Mountain, with miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking...more less

Rural:
Surrounded by our privately owned meadows and old growth forest, with no neighboring structures in sight....more less

Sports & Adventure Activities

Cross Country Skiing
Cycling
Equestrian Events
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Hunting
Hunting Big Game
Hunting Small Game

Ice Skating
Jet Skiing
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Mountain Climbing
Mountaineering
Rafting
Rock Climbing
Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
Skiing
Snorkeling

Snorkeling/Diving
Snowboarding
Snowmobiling
Sound/Bay Fishing
Spelunking
Swimming
Tennis
Water Skiing
Water Tubing
Whitewater Rafting

Dining

Seating for 6 people

Rates

Dates	Nightly	Weekend Night	Weekly	Monthly *

September 2016 Sep 6 - Oct 1, 2016 2 night min stay	$325	$390 Fri, Sat	$1,950	$6,825

My Standard Rate 2 night min stay	$350

* Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Cleaning $90 + tax
Refundable Damage Deposit $600
Tax Rate 10%

Notes:

Weekends Only are Plus 20%

Minimum night stays are for weeknights. Weekend dates require longer minimum stays, and vary depending on time of year, how far in advance, and other factors. Check with owner for details.

Holidays and special events: Inquire with owner for pricing.

Owner's cancellation policy:

50% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before check-in date.

100% refund for cancellations more than 60 days before check-in date.

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Location

20 Miles

Nearest Airport

Pine Mountain

15 Miles

Nearest Barpub

The Iron Door

20 Miles

Nearest Golf

Pine Mountain Lake

0.25 Miles

Nearest Motorway

Highway 120

10 Miles

Nearest Restaurant

Evergreen Lodge

20 Miles

Nearest Ski

Badger Pass

Car: Necessary

Half Dome, Rainbow Pool (cliff jumping), Tuolumne River (rafting)

Owner info

Year Purchased: 2006

Why the Owner Chose Groveland, CA, USA:
I have been searching (and continue searching) for extradinary properties in the best natural locations. Secret Meadows Retreat qualifies due to: 1) It's proximity to incredible Yosemite National Park 2) It's unsurpassable privacy, peace and quiet 3) The rarity of having fourteen privately owned acres of perfect meadows and forest 4) The variety of incredible activities which can be experienced in the immediately surrounding area

The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
Watching deer graze in our meadows (seasonal) Stargazing from our fire circle On site or nearby horseback riding, whitewater rafting (seasonal), snowshoeing (seasonal), hiking, mountain biking, waterfall viewing, fishing, boating, cliff jumping (into Rainbow Pool - 1 mile), bird watching, horseshoes, volleyball or badminton plus much, much more.

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View of house from fire circle
NW Quadrant
Front half of Family Room (24' x 14')
Large Kitchen With Breakfast Nook
Upstairs Loft
2nd Bath (1/2 bath)
Loft, double Pillowtop Queen
Fireplace, Family Room
The Neighbors. Deer in Upper Meadow, April
View from deck May 2015
Exterior View of Cabin, February 2010

View of the upper meadow from the double pillow top queen on the loft.
Badminton Court
Wood Burning Fireplace
Accomodating Dining Area attached to Kitchen
Dining Area - Stairs to Loft
Living Room with Leather Sectional
Loft, Full
Downstairs Bedroom, with Pillowtop Queen
Upper Meadow, evening, August
Bathroom 1, with tub
Lower Meadow, February

VRBO #175829

This listing was first published here in 2008.

Date last modified - Tuesday, September 20, 2016

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Yosemite - Ultimate Privacy: 14 Acres of Meadows & Forest. Best Location from Sf

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