The Retreat@Lakeside Hot Tub/Views/Carbon Neutral/Fast WiFi Near Yosemite!
The Retreat is an elegant modern, carbon neutral mountain house located just 30 miles from Yosemite's El Portal/Arch rock entrance, 50 miles from the Mariposa Grove entrance and 7 miles from historic downtown Mariposa. Situated on a scenic, secluded, tree lined 6 acres, nestled between majestic mountains and valley views!!! One story modern country ranch house which serves as an amazing basecamp for a romantic getaway, family trip, or a rendezvous with friends.
The property has a large living and dining area with open kitchen perfect for entertaining family and friends. The main living area contains a lovely wood burning stove and connects via two glass doors to a large outdoor deck with BBQ allowing you to socialize or practice Yoga and meditation with a spectacular view! A path extends off the side of the deck to where a seven-person hot tub resides. Carbon neutral cabin with fast Wi-Fi and board games for the perfect getaway to enjoy with family and friends!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Property manager
Peter Suveerachaimontian
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Contact host for pre-approval. Extra cleaning fee.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Load and start the dishwasher
Start a load of towels in the washing machine. Leave the remainder of the used towels on the kitchen floor.
Take out the trash to the brown metal bear shed at the top of the driveway, on your left as you are leaving the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No extra guests, the property cannot exceed the maximum occupancy due to zoning laws, otherwise you will forfeit your reservation and/or deposit
NO firearms and NO off-roading (motorbikes, ATVs, or etc) on the property. It is disruptive to neighbors and causes destruction to the landscape.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Mariposa
Located in Mariposa, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mariposa County Courthouse and Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch and Merced River Recreation Area. Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Mariposa County Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 9.2 km
Mariposa County Courthouse - 19 min drive - 8.9 km
Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 20 min drive - 9.2 km
Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 22 min drive - 11.0 km
Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area - 44 min drive - 36.4 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 19 min drive
Happy Burger Diner - 19 min drive
1850 Brewery - 19 min drive
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort - 21 min drive
Subway - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Retreat@Lakeside Hot Tub/Views/Carbon Neutral/Fast WiFi Near Yosemite! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at The Retreat@Lakeside Hot Tub/Views/Carbon Neutral/Fast WiFi Near Yosemite!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Retreat@Lakeside Hot Tub/Views/Carbon Neutral/Fast WiFi Near Yosemite!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Retreat@Lakeside Hot Tub/Views/Carbon Neutral/Fast WiFi Near Yosemite! located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sierra National Forest, Mariposa County Visitor Center and Mariposa Cemetery. Mariposa Museum and History Center and Mariposa County Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice house in a very quiet rural neighborhood. We enjoyed grilling on the deck and soaking in the hot tub under the starlight. The house is about 10-15 minutes to the highway on gravel and paved windy roads and about 1 hour to the Yosemite south entrance.
Caveat: I do not give five stars unless warranted. Not everyone gets a trophy. Excellent home for your Yosemite adventures. Relatively close to the park, and only about five miles to Mariposa. The house was tidy, clean, and well appointed. The back deck is a great place to relax with a drink after a day at Yosemite. We found the rental a private place to enjoy the golden California sunsets. We also saw a few turkeys, deer, and a coyote. Our dog loved being on watch from the deck.
The kitchen facilities were not fully functioning- the oven and stove in particular - and there were not many consumables (no garbage bags, no laundry detergent, etc). There also was an infestation of ants in the kitchen that got into all of our dry food. The rest of the property was fine, but the kitchen was basically unusable for our group, unfortunately. We did love the hot tub and the views from the backyard!
Beautiful area, feels truly private, nice to see so many stars. Peter is super prompt with communication, he made sure the stay was comfortable and easy.
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The pictures and accommodations were just as described and enjoyable. Our family loved the nature, outdoor games, and hot tub. We drove to Yosemite and thought the drive was easy. Mariposa is a cute little town. The nature outside was wonderful with deer and a great view. I was unaware the property was on gravel. The few things we have to critique were many of the dishes we used were dirty. The towels did not smell good. The trash bin to drop trash in at check out was disgusting and had not been picked up in a long time. There was barely room for our trash, there were maggots on the bin, and the smell was terrible.
The retreat was very nice spacious and very well equipped for our stay. It took us about 1 1/4 to get to Yosemite valley and 1hour to Mariposa grove. The house was a little more remotely located than we expected. However we did enjoy the town of Mariposa 15 min away. Nice dining options and a good grocery.
Peaceful place to retreat to after hiking at Yosemite. Hot tub was a real plus!
Matt P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is in a nice and remote area. It is great to have morning coffee on the back deck and listen to all the peacefulness of nature. Same with looking at the stars at night of the back deck.
The beds are quite comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms are in very good condition. My group very much enjoyed their stay at Peter's place!
Yosemite is an easy drive that can take from 45 minutes to an hour during our stay (late May)!
A lovely clean spacious property and modern too
We had a lovely stay here so peaceful and a relaxing jacuzzi too
Thank you for making our stay as relaxing and no stress as possible
Very spacious, comfortable property in secluded location. Perfect place to relax, with large deck, hot tub, bbq, great for star gazing. Also good for Yosemite (about an hour’s drive). Would definitely come back if we are in the area again.
Had a great time visiting Yosemite national Park and staying at this property! Super convenient and everything was exactly as advertised. Will definitely be coming back sometime!
The Retreat was a nice weekend getaway for our group. The amenities like ping pong, hot tub, and board games let us all hang out and chill after a long day in Yosemite. ~15min from Mariposa to try the local shops and restaurants.
The host was really responsive and answered very timely.
It was pleasing to stay there. We had everything we needed, the Beds were comfortable, and the yoga mat and space in the living room were a plus.
Also, I had planned to bring a dog with us but we didn't if we had a dog I am sure he would have a great time too!!
The only negative was a little far from Yosemite.
That's all. Thanks to Peter for responding to our question quickly.
Peter’s Property is fab. It is close to Yosemite valley (45-60mins drive). House has lots of board games, spacious rooms & comfy bed. Outdoor Hot tub was so relaxing. Don’t need to go anywhere for stargazing you can see them from hot tub/ patio.
Sujaswa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Peter Suveerachaimontian
I enjoy music, snowboarding, hiking, food and good wine but above all else traveling and meeting new people
Why they chose this property
Carbon neutral cabin that is the perfect property for a secluded getaway with a view to unplug, relax and unwind!
What makes this property unique
All electric, solar powered, carbon neutral cabin!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests