Premium Custom Home Close to Yosemite
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High Country Health Foods & Cafe
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 2005
About the owner: My Name is Al Palisca. My son, brothers and I developed this land and built this house. It is my home. I moved to California from Pennsylvania in 1978 to explore and enjoy Yosemite National Park. I worked for the National Park Service in Yosemite for 27 years, married and raised two children here and just love it! I currently live in Prague, Czech Republic for 6-months of the year, and am making my home available to travelers to the Yosemite area while I am away.
Why the Owner Chose Mariposa, CA, USA:
Mariposa is a wonderful place to live, work and play. The weather is fantastic and there are many outdoor activities close at hand. The Oak Meadows House is located in the town of Mariposa which sits in the wintertime sweet spot being above the fog and below the snow.
The slower, rural nature of Mariposa County is appealing in a wholesome and fulfilling way.
Come and unwind, relax and feel the peacefulness of the rural lifestyle while you explore Yosemite and the surrounding area.
My brother Mike is the on-site property manager, greeter and maintenance person for the Oak Meadows House. He lives in a separate studio apartment on the land with his two friendly dogs.
His presence provides exceptional security, and a knowledgeable local person to help with whatever you might need during your stay, be it driving directions, maintenance needs, or recommendations on what to see or where to dine.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
This plans for this house was originally designed by David Arkin and Anni Tilt as a 4 bedroom Straw Bale house. The original house was constructed in Mill Valley, California in 2000 as a straw-bale house and was named 'Natural Habitat'.
I modified the plans to allow the house to be built into the hillside here in Mariposa. The Straw Bale walls were replaced with insulated concrete walls that could withstand burial in the earth.
The following description of the house is from the Healthy Home Plans website.
'Natural Habitat is featured in the book, 'The New Strawbale Home', received the Western Home Award from Sunset magazine, and was also featured in 'Real Simple Magazine'. This stunning and inspirational family home does not isolate its residents from one another or from the surrounding environment. The architects, David Arkin & Anni Tilt, a husband and wife team, conceived of and designed this home to give the residents a sense of being at home in nature.
This four-bedroom home is a showcase of environmental innovations, beginning with its modest size. The smaller claim on resources of all kinds, is where building green really begins. At 1,860 square feet, it is 470 square feet smaller than the average new American house, yet it feels open and unconfined and more than big enough for a family of five. The kitchen, living and dining areas share one generous space with differing ceiling heights, from an intimate 8 feet to a lofty 16 feet, to define each area. While compact, the floor plan still includes a variety of intimate spaces - a separate entryway, a laundry room, and a window covered office alcove behind the kitchen - providing private places to retreat to.'
This house is simply a joy to live in with beautiful and abundant natural light filling the living space.
The surrounding land is peaceful and private, yet only 1 mile from the town of Mariposa, where you will find everything you need for your stay
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Photos
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![Rock steps and terraced gardens greet you on the path from the parking lot.]()
Rock steps and terraced gardens greet you on the path from the parking lot.
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![A queen sized memory foam bed provides for a restful sleep in the master bedroom]()
A queen sized memory foam bed provides for a restful sleep in the master bedroom
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![This washroom granite counter vanity adjoins the master bedroom.]()
This washroom granite counter vanity adjoins the master bedroom.
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![Put your worries to rest and dream peacefully in the full sized bed in bedroom 2]()
Put your worries to rest and dream peacefully in the full sized bed in bedroom 2
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![The loft provides great views and a comfortable queen sized futon.]()
The loft provides great views and a comfortable queen sized futon.
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![A full sized house bathroom with a separate toilet room.]()
A full sized house bathroom with a separate toilet room.
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![The warmth of a fire and a comfortable chair is one of life's simple pleasures.]()
The warmth of a fire and a comfortable chair is one of life's simple pleasures.
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![The Delonghi stove with two ovens and five burners is a chef's delight.]()
The Delonghi stove with two ovens and five burners is a chef's delight.
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![Prepare your favorite foods with all the tools you need in this modern kitchen.]()
Prepare your favorite foods with all the tools you need in this modern kitchen.
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![Two couches and plenty of space allows for a variety of uses of the living room.]()
Two couches and plenty of space allows for a variety of uses of the living room.
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![Outside living with rock work, gardens and shade arbors. Bring on the good life!]()
Outside living with rock work, gardens and shade arbors. Bring on the good life!
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![The changing light brings constant change to the feel of the Oak Meadows House.]()
The changing light brings constant change to the feel of the Oak Meadows House.
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![French doors connect the inside of the home with the outside environment.]()
French doors connect the inside of the home with the outside environment.
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![Simplicity and comfort await you.]()
Simplicity and comfort await you.
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![The oversized whirlpool bath will relax and soothe you after your adventures.]()
The oversized whirlpool bath will relax and soothe you after your adventures.
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![Read, relax, and sleep in comfort on the third bedroom's memory foam mattress.]()
Read, relax, and sleep in comfort on the third bedroom's memory foam mattress.
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![You are above it all in the loft with terrific outside views also!]()
You are above it all in the loft with terrific outside views also!
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![Dining table can expand to accommodate up to ten people.]()
Dining table can expand to accommodate up to ten people.
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![Tucked under the spacious granite countertops is the microwave oven.]()
Tucked under the spacious granite countertops is the microwave oven.
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![The breakfast bar allows the cooks to be fully included in the conversations.]()
The breakfast bar allows the cooks to be fully included in the conversations.
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![The spacious kitchen is connected with all the activities in the house.]()
The spacious kitchen is connected with all the activities in the house.
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![Open living and dining keeps everyone connected and involved.]()
Open living and dining keeps everyone connected and involved.
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![The outdoor fireplace (winters only) chases the chills away.]()
The outdoor fireplace (winters only) chases the chills away.
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![An herb garden for your use.]()
An herb garden for your use.
VRBO #474019
This listing was first published here in 2013.
Date last modified - Saturday, May 27, 2017
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