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Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park

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Craftsman cottage on the hillside with views and privacy
The Hideaway is private and luxurious with an over-sized Cal King bed.
It's an open floor plan with split levels and mountain views from everywhere.
The living room includes sofas, HD Sat TV, fireplace and more views.
The living room doubles as the sleeping area for extra people on aero beds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Yosemite National Park, CA
  • Yosemite National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Badger Pass Ski Area
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park

The Yosemite Mountain Hideaway is a Craftsman Guest House with the best privacy and views in the area. Our excellent reviews reflect our high standards for quality and service.

Rental of the Hideaway includes a required and limited Yosemite National Park vehicle access permit. Guests must still pay the Park Entry Fee.

The Hideaway is following current COVID-19 Health Guidelines with detailed cleaning, disinfecting, using HEPA vacuums, and a new HEPA Air Purifier sized for the guest house. All the linens and pillows are washed or changed for each guest stay. Detergents are used for cleaning, EPA/CDC approved hydrogen peroxide (asthma safer product) is used for disinfecting and windex products for the glass, windows and mirrors.

The Mountain Hideaway is full of designer grade appointments with CAL King bed, whirlpool bathtub, full kitchen, dining room, and private deck with barbecue. The Hideaway has central air conditioning and designated parking for a perfect retreat.

The comfortable living room includes remote control fireplace, HD satellite TV with networks, cable news, HBO, sports, movies, and Sirius radio.

WiFi is included at the Hideaway. We have the Starlink system with high-speed internet allowing video streaming from your favorite providers on your own devices.

A full kitchen and breakfast bar is provided with all the cookware, plates and utensils you'll need for a quick breakfast or gourmet meal. It's complete with gas stove, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher. The dining area is surrounded by 180 degree mountain views.

The luxurious bath suite includes a 6' whirlpool bathtub for 2, Italian marble shower, radiant floor heat and morning light through private windows. The Hideaway is located in a forested mountain community within the gates of Yosemite Park.

The Hideaway is a luxury house for 2 but can accommodate up to 3 with the extra guest sleeping on a portable mattress on the floor in the living room area. Our property is a unique home and may not be suitable for children under 4 yrs old due to open stairs, fireplace and steep mountain terrain surrounding the Hideaway. There is a $25 or $35 (depending on the season) per night, per extra guest for the 3rd person or child staying at our cottage. The floor plan is an open design with bedroom above the living room.

Due to COVID-19 Operating Guidelines, only 7-day stays may use the laundry room in the cottage.

Check in and Check out times have changed due to the additional time needed to clean and prep the cottage for your safety within COVID-19 Guidelines.

Check-in is at 5pm and check-out is 10am. We will accommodate other check-in requests if possible. Plan on additional time to drive thru the Park to arrive at the Hideaway.

Yosemite Mountain Hideaway is located at 6000' elevation in Yosemite West. This unique community is located within the gates of the Park with the best central location for day tripping to Yosemite Valley, Badger Pass Ski, Glacier Point, Wawona and the Big Trees.

The high county of Tuolumne Meadows is a 90-minute drive thru mountain vistas, high alpine lakes and forests of giant sequoia trees.

Skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing are a short drive to Glacier Point where you can rent all the gear you need for an epic winter adventure.

Cell service is very good for Verizon at the Hideaway. There is no Cell service for other carriers. Sorry, it's a remote mountain location. A land-line telephone with local and long distance service is included.

DISCLAIMER- By entering the Yosemite Mountain Hideaway, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Yosemite Mountain Hideaway or any of it’s owners, affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury

CAUTION: Winter travel thru the park requires all cars/trucks to carry snow chains. Yosemite Mountain Hideaway is located on a steep access road where winter snows may require special parking conditions. Please email or call with snow condition access questions.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance for your stay in Yosemite National Park. There are winter and summer storms, fire season, COVID-19 travel advisories, road detours and other events that you need to cover. You must review the Yosemite Mountain Hideaway Cancellation Policy.

MOUNTAIN TRAVEL: The Yosemite Mountain Hideaway is located in a residential community in the wilderness at 6000 feet elevation. Guests may experience the effects of altitude, intense sunshine, mountain weather and mountain roads. It is recommended you prepare for this type of travel.

We look forward to hosting you at the Yosemite Mountain Hideaway, Melissa and Jeff

Property manager

Jeff & Melissa Hornacek
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry but we cannot allow assistance animals
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite West, a neighbourhood in Yosemite National Park, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Ahwahnee is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Yosemite Museum and Nature Center at Happy Isles are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Tunnel View - 17 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 32 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Yosemite View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park located?

Located in Yosemite West, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Valley and Badger Pass Ski Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 357 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 357 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Faultless

Absolutely wonderful property in a great location. Property has everything you could need to be comfortable during your stay in Yosemite. 20-30 min drive to all of the main sites of interest within the park. Hosts are fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Perfect Yosemite Stay

This is such a lovely cottage. Lots of space, well laid out. Perfect location too. Being inside the park was more costly, but worth it. The park was incredibly busy in July 2023 and being inside the gates gave us 30 mins head start on all the other visitors! Also less distance to drive after wearing ourselves out hiking! The views from the cottage are also excellent, we would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

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

Absolutely spectacular, best place to stay in Yosemite

Thank you so much to Jess and Melissa for providing such a wonderful place to stay in this incredible park. We weren’t able to get any cell service so couldn’t text our lovely hosts to say thank you for the gorgeous bottle of wine that was waiting for us upon arrival, plus everything you could want or need to know about your surroundings and how to get the most out of them. We were so sad to leave, but it was after a few days of complete bliss, even being lucky enough to see some sweet deer walk past below us on our last morning. Needless to say the views are amazing, and the location of the cabin is 2nd to none. When we are next in the area we will definitely be coming back. Thank you, Jeff and Melissa for this magical place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon P., Rickmansworth

Idyllic property in perfect location in Yosemite

We had a wonderful stay in Yosemite. The cottage is in a perfect location in Yosemite West - close enough to the various sights and trails, but without being in the busier valley area. The accommodation is cozy, clean, well catered and with stunning views both during the day, and at night with the clear skies. We felt very spoilt. From the moment we booked our stay at the cottage, Jeff and Melissa could not have been more helpful. We could not think of a better place to stay for a visit to Yosemite.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

Stunning, peaceful location & beautifully done

The cabin is in a fantastic woodland spot just a few miles from Sentinel Dome & Mariposa Forest & only less than 30 minutes from Yosemite village. It's beautiful inside with everything you need - a proper home from home. The balcony is fabulous for stargazing. Comfy bed, books to browse, big TV and a good shower. Melissa & Geoff are wonderful hosts. Can't praise it enough really. Peaceful & idyllic.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Great Yosemite Cottage

The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was there. Short drive to Yosemite Valley. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeana K.

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

Coming back yet again

Beautiful place, our second stay and will be planning many more. Amazing communication from Jeff and Melissa regarding safety with travel and snow levels. Everything else was just as wonderful as it was the first visit. Thanks again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro R.

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

Cozy place

During our trip to Yosemite, we had a wonderful stay and the host, Jeff, was very nice. This place has very nice views and has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Awesome winter getaway!

Can’t say enough good things about this home and how beautiful it is to see. The winter visit was far better than we could have imagined with fresh snow and perfect temps. One note, if you don’t like stairs then maybe find another place as you have several stairs to the home, but we had no issue and the view far outweighed the work! There are a few minor things but nothing worth talking about here,as the home, view, and owners were incredible to work with for our stay. If going in
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Excellent stay in a beautiful park

The property was as described and wonderful. The care and attention paid to COVID conscious guests was refreshing and greatly appreciated. The cabin was beautiful and so comfortable we didn’t want to leave to go down to the Yosemite valley. We’re already looking forward to going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Excellent Stay

Great views amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L S.

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

Favorite place in Yosemite

We come here every year and can’t recommend it enough. Amazing hosts and beautiful properly!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maris A.

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

Excellent

Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall D G.

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

Great way to see Yosemite.

The cabin is wonderful. Very clean and the views are spectacular. You're only about a 25-minute drive from the valley inside the gates of the park. It has a lovely patio with an incredible view. The neighbors are all far enough away that you have your privacy.0
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy E.

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

Speaks for itself.

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

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

Yosemite in. November

This is a wonderful cabin with top notch amenities and an incredible view. The owners were accommodating and very communicative. We knew we were visiting at a time when weather can be unpredictable, and impending snow storm cut our trip short by one night. But we hope to return and this is where we intend to stay. My only issue is that it is difficult to find and requires that you access the home via a fire road. We found it, so all was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige Q.

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

Great place

Loved the are! The stairs infront of the VRBO weren’t expected but that’s what you have to deal with to get to a beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Perfect Getaway

Hideaway was the best place we could have asked for. Beautiful views, clean and cozy inside, quick communication with owners (goes a long way). We loved using the fireplace which kicks off a ton of heat, enjoying the outdoor deck, bathtub, etc. Everything was perfectly described and looks just as the photos show. There are about ~40 steps down to the place, was not an issue for us. Would definitely book again. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Anniverary Trip

Great place, in a great location for exploring Yosemite. Absolutely perfect for the two of us and loved our view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

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

Perfect Spot

This is our second time we have stayed and Melissa & Jeff’s Yosemite Mountain Hideaway and it’s just perfect. Located inside the park the location is outstanding. The property is well maintained and has all the creature comforts one could need. The cabin is beautiful inside and out, this is our favorite place to stay when visiting Yosemite. It’s the perfect couples retreat for a romantic getaway. We enjoy the generous sized bathroom with the oversized jet tub, the beautiful well stocked kitchen and the perfect sized living area with the best fireplace. The deck is also a favorite, enjoying the bbq grill, having a juicy steak and a glass of wine after a day of hiking is simply the best way to end a fun filled day at Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

October 2024

Great location and amenities. Stunning views.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

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

A Special, Relaxing Place, Excellent Location!

This was our first trip to Yosemite, A friend had stayed at this cottage a few times and recommended it to us. Melissa was very responsive to our needs. We loved sitting on the porch each night and star gazing and listening to crickets. We saw deer on site and a bear in the neighborhood. It was just me and my husband and we were very comfortable and enjoyed the space. It's a 15 minute drive to get through the Yos. Valley Tunnel, making it an ideal location!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Great Stay!!

One of the few places you can stay IN the park. As long as it takes to drive everywhere, we were so glad we stayed IN the park. This mountain home was so peaceful. Every morning we had coffee and breakfast on the back deck. And every night we made dinner on the grill and enjoyed the peace and quiet with a glass of wine. The host was very understanding and accommodating as well. Yosemite is beautiful and we were so happy we chose this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Perfect cozy mountain house with balcony

Really great mountain house with ample room for 2 guests. Everything you need with a nice balcony view. Very responsive and helpful hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeff & Melissa Hornacek

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Yosemite Mountain Hideaway was designed and built by Jeff and Melissa. Jeff is a building contractor. Melissa is a retired french teacher who loves cats, reading, and running. We've lived in Yosemite for the past 9 years. Now we want to share our Yosemite Guest Cottage with you.

Why they chose this property

We stumbled across this unique property 17 years ago and fell for it right away. We built our home 10 years ago and just finished the guest cottage this year. We enjoy sharing this special place with like-minded people who treasure the wonders of nature, enjoy quality accommodations in a quiet and private neighborhood.

We have designed and built beautiful homes in the community from large log estates to cozy private cottages. Yosemite Mountain Hideaway is the latest creation of craftsmanship and quality finishes with one of the best locations in the area.

What makes this property unique

The Hideaway is a new spacious and luxurious guest house for two with great big views of the park and the Sierra Nevada mountains. It sits high above thousands of acres of forests, granite domes and waterfalls in the distance. Its first rate with central air conditioning, whirlpool tub for two, HD TV and full kitchen.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests