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Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove!

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Vaulted ceiling and large windows let in the morning sun!
Amazing View of the Merced River!
The Jumping Rock and swimming hole are right in front of the cabin!
View of the river from the deck during the winter time!
During the winter, Wawona can turn into a snowy wonderland!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wawona, CA
  • Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wawona Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Yosemite South Entrance
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪99 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove!

Gorgeous setting INSIDE Yosemite National Park by the Merced River! Expansive outdoor deck overlooking the water with a rustic mountain cabin feel. Large open living area with vaulted ceilings, a wood burning stove, full kitchen, Wifi, HDTV, gas bbq, washer/dryer, and much more. Walk down to the river and enjoy the jumping rock and swimming hole or just relax and enjoy nature. The Wawona Hotel and Pine Tree Market are also nearby for dinner and groceries!

Enjoy every season all year long!

Property manager

Kip Hutchinson
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please take your trash to the dumpster at the Pine Tree Market just up the street and easily dropped off on your way out!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please respect the neighbors and the community (no loud music, etc.)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Wawona, CA

What's nearby

  • Wawona Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wawona Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Mariposa Grove - 28 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Trees Lodge Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite Riverside Retreat - Gorgeous Views! Wood burning Stove! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Yosemite Cemetery and Pioneer Yosemite History Center. Wawona Golf Course and Wawona Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Amazing place and terrific location

Cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. The swimming hole and jumping rock were a hit with the kids and the house was just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great - Great location. The view from the back balcony alone is worth booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing place. Perfect for traveling through the park, sitting out under the stars or listening to the river. Our family was very comfortable and Kip is easy to reach if needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Great stay

Beautiful and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

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

Amazing place!

We had a great stay. The place is amazing, so quaint, right on the river and less than an hour from the valley. It exceeded our expectations all the way around. Very relaxing! We had everything we needed for our extended family of five to cook meals in and relax. Great hikes nearby!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

First time Yosemite trip for friends

Great location and views!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall B.

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

Wawona/Yosemite Cabin

Beautiful location, peaceful, quiet and close to the South fork of the Merced River. Cabin was super nice and clean. The back deck was used a lot with a gorgeous view of the river. Everything went smooth with booking and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

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

Serene

This was a great property overlooking the river. Loved being inside the park and in walking distance to the Pine Tree Market. The home is very welcoming and has everything you need for a relaxing stay, especially after a day of hiking. Thank you for opening your home to us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan W.

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

Redwood cottages in Yosemite

The cabin was neat and cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. We spent little time in the cabin because we preferred to be outdoors. It was wonderful going to sleep to the sound of the rushing river. Yosemite is an awesome park with amazing hikes and views.Kip was very responsive to questions we had.It takes about 40 minutes to get to the center of the park but it’s a much shorter time to Glacier point and Mariposa Grove.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira S.

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

Well equipped cabin

We were familiar with the area, and were fortunate to have great weather for March. Wawona is peaceful compared to Yosemite Valley. Since we knew that we brought all of own food along, otherwise it’s a distance to a restaurant. The kitchen is well equipped for food preparation. This is a lovely property for a family/friends gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Wawona Yosemite Visit

This property is ideally located with an amazing view of the river from the back deck. The local market store is a 3 minute walk and you’re right in the national park. We loved the wood burning stove which kept the house toasty. Everything you could need was there. This is a great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Beautiful Yosemite Vacation

We loved the location of this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

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

Yosemite

Beautiful weather. Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen g.

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

Yosemite

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah B.

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

Great location

Beautiful views and wonderful location for exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The booking was very easy. Communication with owner was exceptional. The cabin was
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dilraj D.

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

Awesome stay

Hello there, it was my first time at Yosemite. We did hit snow and cold weather but still got to enjoy the park and property well.A little bit about location, for future travellers We drove from Death Valley south to Yosemite and this location was closest to that entrance.Having said that it was not far from main part of Yosemite line lodge, curry village etc so like 50 minutes drive. It won’t have been an issue till we hit snow storm and driving became incredulously difficult but we made it.The property is close to glacier point and few viewpoint around it but it was closed in March, so just be cognizant of that.Overall we enjoyed and relaxed at our stay.Huge property w 2 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms, nice open living room, just fun to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debra K.

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

great location and view

the property was great for the 3 adults we had traveling, clean, gorgeous views and good kitchen. The host is responsive and we had everything we needed. our only comment is the comfort of the couch. since our stay was in winter over xmas, we spent time indoors at night and the couch was not ideal for football and movie watching.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Good spot in Wawona

The house was just fine and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Yosemite

One of our best trips. Everything exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monal P.

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

Dream of a cabin

What an incredible cabin in a spectacular location! This was the single most spotlessly clean VRBO property anyone in our party has ever stayed at. The amenities and location were perfect, though it’s worth noting that the village of Wawona is located inside the national park, meaning potential traffic backups in entering through the park gate. We arrived on a weekday evening, off-peak time, so sailed through quickly—but we notice the line to enter the park (and thus Wawona), was 3/4 of a mile long when we were leaving. There’s a beautiful and rewarding hike to a waterfall three minutes away from the cabin, and definitely worth seeing, even if you’re staying here simply to access Yosemite Valley. The river which the cabin sits above makes a gentle rolling sound, and there’s birdsong every morning from the towering cedars and pines nearby. We will definitely be staying here again if ever visiting Yosemite! The property owner was also extremely quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Peaceful stay

A great spot for our family! Very comfortable and cozy home in a beautiful location. Our kids loved the river out back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shyli E.

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

Magical Cabin

I loved every minute of my stay in this cabin, to the point that I was torn between staying in or get out and explore! Was a tough decision! Beautiful and had a great vibe! Nice view And property manager is nice and quick to respond! Thank you! I’ll definitely be back again one day
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Location, location, location!!!

We, being 2 families (7 people in total), had the most amazing stay at the property. The location is just divine with the river and brilliant rock jump just a stones throw away and it’s close to all the best sightseeing locations in Yosemite. Would definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayme G.

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

Two night stay

My husband and I came to see Yosemite from Ohio and spent 2 nights in this property. Everything was clean and worked out great for us. We didn’t spend an exceptional amount of time there because we were in the park most of the day but would have liked to have more time to spend seeing the area around the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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Hosted by Kip Hutchinson

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Hello there! I've been coming up to Yosemite for my entire life and feel so fortunate to be able to share that experience with others!

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