Scenery driving to Yosemite

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A kitchen with a large island, dining area, and a TV.
A single-story house with a sloped roof, a satellite dish, and a small porch.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.
A room with two single beds, a chair, a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.
A tree with white blossoms surrounded by green shrubbery and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sierra National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Midpines, CA
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Midpines

Midpines is home to this holiday home. Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Pioneer Yosemite History Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. El Portal Market and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting.
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Midpines, CA

What's nearby

  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Yosemite National Park - 41 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area - 43 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 47 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 51 min drive - 53.6 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪1850 Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪China Station - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Don Rubens - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scenery driving to Yosemite pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Scenery driving to Yosemite ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scenery driving to Yosemite ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenery driving to Yosemite ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Scenery driving to Yosemite located?

Situated in Midpines, this holiday home is steps from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Sierra National Forest. Merced River and Merced River Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this property and hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is great to work with. I would recommend this place to anybody who wants a clean, comfortable, and peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2026
Thank you for your comments. You are amazing guests; like gentle spring breeze. It is honor to have you as our guest! Best Wishes!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Was ok. Hard to find in the dark. House keeping needs improvement. Ants in the kitchen and bathroom, cobwebs, rough towels, floors and windows need to be cleaned. Not able to open screen door to get on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Communication was lacking and we did find a scorpion in the bathtub, but beds where clean and everything was in working order.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location for visiting Yosemite

Pro: Lot of beds; Price very competitive; Con: Only one bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3adults&baby

loved the quietness and privacy of cabin. we had everything needed to be a comfortable, pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

House was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

spacious place to stay close to Yosemite

This place is quite spacious, nice and quite, about one hour drive to Yosemite. The host was very good in communication. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private Setting

Remote and private
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place that gives you exactly what you need.

Large place with enough beds for everyone. We stayed there while going to Yosemite. We didn’t do a lot of cooking but the kitchen and pantry was fully stocked. Bathroom and shower was very good. Yosemite is an about an hour away but I was prepared for that drive. The first day 6 deer walked right up the driveway. Beautiful view as well. Only drawback is you have to drive 15-20 minutes for any restaurant/gas options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lots of Room

Rather large place exactly 1 hr from Yosemite Village centre. Very spacious kitchen with a ton of cooking supplies, and living area had tons of seating area. There was also plenty of beds, but they aren’t the most comfortable. Overall good location if you’re staying with a big group near Yosemite that isn’t exactly in the park where prices are more expensive
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Lacking Certain Features

Great place overall. Only a few issues. The driveway is very rough. I have a SUV so it was okay but a lower car could run into some issues. The beds and couches were pretty uncomfortable. Usually when I’m picking a place to stay, I consider it as a place to rest in between adventures so comfort is important. Definitely a step up from camping though lol. Also, there is a grill, but there is no propane which makes things difficult for those coming from out of state.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is up in the mountains up a dirt road which was kind of fun. We had a mini van so I was afraid we might not make it at first, but it was just fine. An older home, with older furnishings, beds, and towels, but everything was clean. Great communication with the host and a quiet, secluded place to stay about an hour from the west entrance or Yosemite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was overall comfortable. It was a reasonable drive to Yosemite each day and close to Mariposa for us to drop in for ice cream each night. Our biggest issue was cleanliness. We fix many of our own meals on vacation and rely heavily on cookware and dinnerware at the residence. The cookware options were limited. Many items including the utensils had a thin layer of grime on them which we had to wash off. We also noticed several bugs. There were ants in most rooms, including the kitchen. We found some in the blankets we brought after we left. We found a few spiders including a squished one on the wall which had not been cleaned up. The location was very quiet and peaceful. It is unfortunate it was not as clean as we had expected. We doubt we will return to Yosemite again but if we do we will find a different place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in Midpines. The only concern was that we couldn't get the TV to work and the towels were very rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the setting. We saw a wild turkey as we approached the house. Cell phone service is spotty as you travel from Yosemite, so I would recommend having directions and check-in information written down.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. Not far from Yosemite and a pretty drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location about an hour from parking in Yosemite and across the road from June Bug Cafe which was delicious. Detailed check in instructions were sent well in advance and easy to follow. Note guests are limited to 2lbs of trash and don't have access to the laundry machines. It's in the mountains which are beautiful (California quails and sooty grouse in the neighborhood!) but there were some bugs inside and the fridge needed a wipe down from previous guest(s). The driveway is steep/rocky but nothing an AWD rental can't handle. Enjoyed the stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. The kitchen and the patio were wonderful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a good option for visitors seeking a private accommodation within approximately one hour of Yosemite Valley. The home offers ample sleeping space, as well as a kitchen and bathroom, making it a comfortable place to relax and recover after a day of hiking.Because the property is located in a more remote area, guests should plan for additional driving time to access nearby amenities such as restaurants, grocery stores, and shops in Mariposa.While the property provided a convenient and peaceful alternative to staying within the heavily visited national park, we found that the cleanliness did not fully meet our expectations. For example, there was leftover deli meat and a hair in the refrigerator upon arrival. Lots of windows to look out of to enjoy the view, yet they were streaky. Despite these concerns, we appreciated the quiet setting and the opportunity to stay away from the more crowded areas surrounding Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Midpines house closer to Yosemite Valley than Oakhurst!

I was a little nervous about this house because, on the map it looks to be in the middle of nowhere but with the help of my GPS I found it easily even in the middle of the night. It is located in a quiet neighborhood close to Mariposa, not far off Hwy 140. It's a bit of a drive to Yosemite Valley, but Hwy 140 runs much faster than Hwy 41 so it's a time-saver when compared to Oakhurst. Our group of four agreed the house was spacious, clean, and comfortable but our stay was interrupted by one of us having a medical emergency and, more importantly, evacuation because of the Detwiler fire that, at the time of this writing (40% containment), had burned 75,000 acres of forest and 58 homes. Owner, "Jin" was concerned about the fire and went above & beyond to assure we were safe. I won't go into detail but Jin's quick and decisive actions were generous and heroic. I look forward to another stay in the near future during less hectic times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Exactly what we needed

We needed one additional night before heading into Yosemite. This was a great place to stay! Very clean and comfortable, though sparsely decorated. Very quiet and remote, but close enough to town that it was easy to go in for dinner. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
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