Romantic Yosemite/Bass Lake Retreat w/ Mtn Views!

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North Fork Vacation Rental | Studio | 1BA | 440 Sq Ft | Stairs Only Access

Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C & Heat

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Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 2440 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

North Fork, CA

Sierra National Forest

1 min walk

North Fork Town Hall

17 min walk

Sierra-Mono Indian Museum

2 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

Treat yourself to a romantic, but potentially adventurous, retreat at this North Fork 1-bath studio! The vacation rental features both luxurious and standard amenities like custom Italian tile, a full kitchen, and a shared outdoor entertainment area with a fire pit, grills, pool, and to-die-for views of the Sierra Foothills. Yosemite's famous ‘Tunnel View’ entrance is only 35 minutes away, while Bass Lake is even closer! Enjoying the great outdoors and your loved one has never been easier!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Shared Outdoor Amenities w/ Pool | Free WiFi

Ideal for couples, this studio, with a backyard of guaranteed fun, is an amazing home base for experiencing all that the Sierra Nevada mountain range has to offer!

Studio: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Picnic table, charcoal and gas grill, fire pit w/ seating, lounge chairs, sunshade
FULL KITCHENETTE: Drip coffee maker, electric tea kettle, toaster, toaster oven, wooden cabinets, full-sized refrigerator, microwave, paper towels & dish soap, hot plate
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen cable TV, gas fireplace, custom tile flooring, 2-person dining table, walk-in shower, wooden armoire
GENERAL: Towels/linens, pool towels, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, board games, ceiling fan, central air conditioning & heat
FAQ: Homeowner lives on-site, pool seasonal (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS: Traveling with more than 2 guests? Check out Evolve listing #417514, the next-door studio that sleeps 2. Inquire about renting both properties together!

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR DESTINATIONS: Bass Lake (11.7 miles), Whiskey Snowmobile Area (13.8 miles), Sierra National Forest (17.2 miles), Corlieu Falls (19.3 miles), Sierra Vista Scenic Byway (47.5 miles)
NATIONAL PARKS: Yosemite National Park (27.8 miles), Kings Canyon National Park (80.7 miles), Sequoia National Park (121.0 miles)
RESTAURANTS: La Cabana (0.5 miles), Pizza Factory (1.0 mile), Ducey’s On the Lake (10.0 miles), The Forks Resort (11.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (47.3 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit with some shared outdoor amenities
- NOTE: Your safety matters. The home features an exterior security camera located on the driveway that does not look into any interior spaces.
- NOTE: The property is not suitable for children under 12
- NOTE: The property features a large staircase up to the studio’s entrance, which may not be suitable for mobility-impaired guests
- NOTE: The pool is seasonal from Memorial Day to Labor Day

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Evolve

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English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

About the area

North Fork

North Fork is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra National Forest and Kinsman Flat Wildlife Area, while Sierra-Mono Indian Museum and Coarsegold Historic Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

North Fork, CA

What's nearby

Sierra National Forest - 1 min walk
North Fork Town Hall - 17 min walk
North Fork Recreation Area Memorial Park - 3 min drive
Bass lake Recreation Area - 19 min drive
Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Miller's Landing Resort - ‬13 min drive
‪Pizza Factory - ‬20 min walk
‪Bandit Town USA - ‬8 min drive
‪La Cabana - ‬9 min walk
‪Taco Maker - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Yosemite/Bass Lake Retreat w/ Mtn Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Yosemite/Bass Lake Retreat w/ Mtn Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Yosemite/Bass Lake Retreat w/ Mtn Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Yosemite/Bass Lake Retreat w/ Mtn Views! located?

Situated in North Fork, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sierra National Forest and North Fork Town Hall. Sierra-Mono Indian Museum and North Fork Recreation Area Memorial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rod & Jill A.

12 Oct 2011

Excellent property outside North Fork

We had a very pleasant three night stay at this studio outside North Fork. The property is above the owners house (which he completely built himself, Bob the builder) but has a separate entrance with it’s own parking place. There is a very large garden with barbecue, sitting area and splash pool at the side and back of the house with spectacular views towards the National Park. On my first walk down the garden two deer met me! The studio is comfortably furnished with widescreen TV with free film channels. There is also an iPod docking station. The kitchen is well equipped with a fridge/freezer microwave oven, toaster and hotplate. There is a good Wi-Fi connection and air-conditioning with a ceiling fan in the studio that brought the temperature down to an acceptable level. A car is essential as the property is outside the town and local shops are about a km away. There is plenty of information on places to visit in the property. We went to Yosemite National Park (note this drive takes at least one and a half hours on winding roads). Be careful if you undertake one of the walks in the park that you are up to it, ours was described as ‘moderate’ but would have been suitable for a mountain goat in places! Bass Lake is well worth a visit, lots of nice places for picnics and other water activities. Bob loaned us chairs and travel rugs to use. Bob has really sat down and thought about what guests need in the studio, there are many little extras provided to make your stay comfortable, and it was nice chatting to him one evening. We would use the studio again if in the area.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

16 Oct 2010

Excellent studio apartment in stunning location

We are on an extended holiday in the USA from England. We decided to stay 4 nights in the area of Yosemite and we really struck lucky when we found Bob's apartment. North Fork has all the facilities you might want, including a supermarket, the Buckhorn Saloon (which serves good steaks) a Mexican restaurant and also a gas station (which is quite important if you do a bit of touring around). The apartment is very comfortable and and we really appreciated the 'welcome pack' provided by Bob. This includes fruit, soft drinks, snacks and even wine. The location would be good for a 1 week holiday. We went to Yosemite for 3 of our days but there is lots to do in the local area. Bass Lake (particularly the south side) is ideal for a bit of pottering and perhaps swimming.

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

25 Aug 2022

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

Great host as always!

Rob was amazing as always. Beautiful property, great for two people. Easy in and easy out. Highly recommend 😊😊. Christie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

18 Jul 2021

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

North Fork

The location is beautiful. It is relatively close to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. You still need to drive a distance, but the drives are beautiful. The location is very clean and Bob is a really nice host. We enjoyed having our morning coffee outside overlooking the beautiful mountain view. Has a small well equipped kitchen and an outdoor grill if you want to eat in. We will definately return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Trisha

2 Mar 2021

Our most special trip ever!

We absolutely loved our stay and didn't want to leave. The studio was in the most perfect location and was so romantic and cozy feeling! The owner Bob was very friendly and great! This place will always hold a special place in my husband and I's hearts and we will definitely be staying here again. Due to COVID we had some changes to our initial wedding ideas and ended up having a Zoom wedding inside this studio and in front of the beautiful little fireplace. We couldn't have asked for a more special day. Thank you Bob and we will be back! Hopefully for our 1 year wedding anniversary on 2-22-22!! Until next time....

10/10 Excellent

Tamera G.

7 Aug 2020

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

Romantic mountain get away

The host Bob was very friendly and pleasant. The place was romantic as described we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

30 Jul 2020

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

North Fork getaway, located close to Bass Lake and Yosemite.

Property looked just as it did on the website. Bob, the owner, spent some time around the firepit with us and is extremely friendly and helpful, without being intrusive. We will definitely stay at this property again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

jackie b., Pennsylvania

9 Sept 2019

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

Yosemite 2019

We were met personally by Bob and given many suggestions on the area. The setting is remote and quiet and the view is spectacular. We used it as a base camp for our daily trips to Yosemite, Bass Lake and Fresno. Felt like home. So much better to come back to than a hotel room. So nice to be able to cook and not have to eat out every night. You can't go wrong with this rental

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

6 Aug 2019

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

We love Bob

Great location! Private and secluded property with a very peaceful vibe. Close to bass lake and Yosemite national park! Bob was friendly, really enjoyed bumping into him the morning we left and sharing a few stories. Such a special place, we will be coming back in the future for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

brian g.

30 Jul 2019

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

A must stay for the area

The Studio is perfectly sized and equipped for an incredible no hassle experience of the North Fork and Bass Lake area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Chantelle S.

27 Jul 2018

Nice retreat for a couple.

Beautiful place in a gorgous setting. While we enjoyed our stay very much, we did feel it was a bit overpriced and not suitable for more than two people.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

23 Aug 2014

Brief stay at Yosemite base

Clean, well equipped and beautiful location. Bob was an excellent host, making us feel welcome, providing extras like wine, a fire and netflix as well as detailed advice for visiting Yosemite, yet in no way intrusive.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

21 Jun 2013

Beautiful sky ever I've seen..

It was our 4years anniversary and also would like to have our first baby is coming this Agu. It was really cozy and confi and clean. Also we can enjoy our dinner outside of house.at night we can see beautiful sky and stars. I hope I'll bring my family one more time.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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2 Aug 2012

Perfect for visits to Yosemite

My wife and I stayed here for two nights and we both agree it was the perfect choice. Bob has put together a comfortable home away from home. It's easy to see his commitment to quality and attention to detail in the construction of this studio apartment. Yosemite is a short, relaxing drive away making this the perfect base camp for visits to the park. Other attractions like Bass Lake are also nearby. Bob is the perfect host--even though we had not met before this visit, we felt like we were staying with a long-time family friend. I have no hesitation giving this retreat my highest recommendation. You will not be disappointed!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

15 Jul 2012

Relaxing Loft

We can not say enough about this vacation rental. It was everything it was pictured to be and more. This rental was recommended to us and it definitely met our expectations. It was very clean and had all the amenities. We had everything we needed for a great vacation....Bob, the owner, had the loft stocked with all those little things you need but you don't want to bring/or you forget....like plastic wrap and sweeteners and more. We traveled to Yosemite each day about a 35 to 45 minute drive to the entrance. Each day we arrived home exhausted, so it was nice to have such a great place to sit outside and enjoy the view and relax. We definitely would like to come back for another stay and have some other site seeing on our list such as Bass Lake(which we found was very close!) and other places we found in the great info packet Bob had assembled.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth k.

10 Jun 2012

Great studio and host

This was a perfect place for our week visiting Yosemite. Comfortable with all needs met. Did a lot of driving and returned "home" each day to a very relaxing place. Bob was available for giving advice and asking if we needed anything...kind of unusual and special treatment for vacation renters. Thanks, Bob!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

10 Jun 2012

Honeymoon

Fantastic spot to start our honeymoon. Bob's penthouse is very comfortable and well-appointed. A gracious host as well, Bob will make sure your stay is above expectations.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

30 Dec 2011

Great Thanksgiving

My wife and I had the opportunity to rent this wonderful place for Thanksgiving and we have a wonderful time. It is nestled in a very quite area and has a big open space around. We reached in the afternoon and had some high quality time in the yard sipping wine on the picnic tables and watching the birds - was a little chilly, but I enjoy that. The view was gorgeous. The suite is quite big, with a nice fireplace, kitchen, bed and bath area. Its about an hour from the Yosemite National park, but we did commute the distance twice. Is gets eerily quite at night - which we enjoyed. Thanks Ryan

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna G., San Jose, California

13 Nov 2011

So much better...

So much better then a hotel stay, the fine touches in this studio really make the place feel like home. Bob did a wonderful job when he designed and built this place to share with us travelers. The location is wonderful, the surroundings are peaceful, and the host is one the best. We had such a wonderful time that I expect we will return sometime soon. I definitely would recommend this place to everyone!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

20 Oct 2011

Stunning view...Perfect Getaway

This place has the WOW factor. The house is stunning and the studio was perfect for our 4 night stay. Bob has provided everything you need for a short or long term stay. The view from the balcony is spectacular, the lounge area and pool was a great spot to relax and sip a cocktail. My husband and I went to Yosemite twice. One day to Glacier Pt. and to hike Sentinal Dome, the other to hike Vernal Falls...This hike was pretty strenuous, and I thought I was in good shape..Bob took us to Angel Falls on our last day. It was the perfect spot to have some down time. Bobs place in North Fork is a !0 out of !0.. I am planning our next adventure, it may be Utah or we just might explore northern California...Bob we will be back....Thanks so much..Stephanie and Tom....Ontario...Canada

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sjoerd h.

14 Oct 2011

Sooo nice

This place is sooo nice! We travelled 3 wks through california and only stayed here for 2 nights, but this place is one of the best we stayed in by far! Bob's place is clean, nicely decorated, has a beautiful view, and is fully equipped. Bob even provides a BBQ and outdoor fireplace. And I never saw so many hummingbirds and deer in the garden. I celebrated my birthday away from home, but had one I will never forget. First went to beautifull Yosemite, then had a wonderful BBQ and ended by the fireplace for marshmellows. Later on, Bob joined for some wine and we had a wonderful talk about our lives and the surroundings. Bob, thank you so much for all your care! We enjoyed this stay sooo much.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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8 Oct 2011

Such a special place...

If you are looking for a special place to stay in Yosemite - stop looking and just book this place! We stayed in some fantastic places during our holiday in California in August but Bob's place was by far the best. it is a beautiful, traquil setting, close to the park and the apartment itself is spotless and full of all sorts of things we werent expecting - like a coffee grinder for our morning coffee!! And Bob is the most fantastic host - welcoming, friendly and relaxed. We felt like we had made a friend by the time we left!! We also loved barbequing every night under the stars!! I cannot recommend this place enough!!! We cannot wait to return.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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28 Sept 2011

Nice Stay

Stayed 3 nights. The place is beautiful and clean. Floated in the small pool upon arrival. Great views. Did Yosemite Valley one day and Sequia another day. Bob gave us beach chairs, umbrella and beach towels to use at Bass Lake. Nice added touch with fruit, wine, coffee and staples in refrigerator.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

28 Sept 2011

Amazing!!!

I happened to find Bob's place on a last minute search for a place nearby to Yosemite. I definitely got lucky in finding it because it ended up being nothing but perfect! My parents came from NH to visit my husband and I so we planned Labor day weekend to see Yosemite. Staying at Bob's place was great, everything you needed was there and he was an amazing host and great company too! We were only about 30 minutes or so to the South entrance of Yosemite. Also another plus was that Bass Lake was only about a 15 minute drive also. Lots of cute places to eat right on the lake, there is a market there too. We were able to get some food to grill out at Bob's place (of course everything was there that we needed!). Also upon getting there he had a fruit basket, and our now new favorite wine! Everything was so well thought out I couldn't have found a better place to stay. Also Bob was very accommodating to let us bring our dog "Barkley" (the pug) along too (he loves to travel with us if he can!). Overall we had an amazing time and I'm so glad I came across Bob's place in my search. My husband and I will definitely be back again! I would highly recommend Bob's place to anyone looking to visit Yosemite or just get away to a nice relaxing spot! Tiffany and Jonathan LeFave Mountain View, CA

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

25 Sept 2011

Amazing place to stay!

If we could give this place 6 stars we would! Bob was a superb and generous host, he made us feel like we were staying in a home from home. The studio apartment is lovely, spotlessly clean and equipped with everything that you need for a short break. We enjoyed watching movies, drinking wine, cooking food on the barbeque and generally relaxing. We stayed at the apartment as part of a three week road trip around California, so only stayed for four nights, but there is so much to do and see in the area, and the apartment was so fantastic that we wish we had been able to stay for longer. During our stay we spent two days in Yosemite and one day at Bass Lake. It is a 45min -1 hour drive to get to Yosemite but it is worth it to stay in this apartment, which is so competitively priced compared to other options we looked at closer to Yosemite Park. Bob very kindly let us use his kayak for a trip to Bass Lake, which was great fun! We live in the UK, so it is a bit of a long journey back to California, but if we are ever in the area again we will definitely be staying at Bob's apartment, and we will be recommending it to all of our friends and family!