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Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.

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Breathtaking Sunsets
Sunset view from hot tub
Extra large luxurious cabana area too unwind and enjoy the views
Multiple chaise lounges to sunbathe around the pool deck
Looking west

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.

Come up to the mountains and enjoy wide open spaces and fresh air! Update: We are open! Located just outside the park with access to Sierra National Forest, Bass Lake, and the shadow of the giants trail. Nelder Grove of giant redwoods is accessible and open. Yes our pool area is private and for the exclusive use of the guests of the Villa. Recent upgrades are jumbo 8 person hot tub, super fast fiber optic WiFi, huge covered outdoor cabana, deluxe horse shoe pit and pickleball court. Here are our features...Yosemite South Gate Villa is a 3000 square foot villa with expansive parking, breathtaking views, white glove clean and spotless, with gated security and a unrivaled location out on a south facing point just south of the southern gate to Yosemite. With its perfect location 5 minutes off the southern Yosemite highway, this amazing property is backed up to thousands of untouched acres to its south, east and west. Watch the Red Tailed hawks Soar in the canyons and lounge on the 500 square foot covered veranda while relaxing with your favorite wine. Enjoy this exceptional exclusive gathering place and expansive grounds with 10000 square feet of unrivaled recreation in the pool area. Cabanas, Pergolas, hammocks, huge outdoor dining and bbq area, tent camping area for the kids, bocce court, yard games, and plenty of private space for friends and family with some of the best views in the Sierra Nevada. The Villa also has a huge rec room with pool table, ping pong, air hockey, flat screens, lounging area and massive bar. A great selection of yard games insures there is something fun for everybody, we have life size Jinga, deluxe bean bag toss, giant connect 4 and jumbo dice. With its central location it is the perfect hub to relax, explore and enjoy the Yosemite area. The Villa is only 10 minutes from town yet is located in mountains that offer serenity and beauty. The South gate of Yosemite is just 12 miles away with Mariposa Grove of the big trees right there. Experience awesome day hikes and then be close enough to the convenience of supermarkets and dining selections. A lot of guests just relax for a few days and stay at the villa enjoying nature and solitude. Yosemite South Gate Villa has the best of all worlds. The villas location is unique to the area, with the best average temperature in the Yosemite region. cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, this priceless location boasts some of the best weather in the world on a consistent basis. Here are some comments from our latest guests.

The house was amazing! Everything was picture perfect! Cortese Family June 2018

This was a perfect house for our family vacation!
Mariano Family April 2018

Exceptional vacation experience. Hvar Family March 2018

Adult summer camp! Sally and friends January 2018

Spectacular sunrises of awe inspiring proportions and alluring sunsets to finish our days. Ponti-Krivenko Family November 2017

The house, view, everything was incredible. Couldn’t of asked for a better place to spend our vacation. Great location to come back to after a day of hiking in Yosemite! Will and friends September 2017
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please keep pets off the beds and furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 805817vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Oakhurst

Oakhurst is home to this villa. Fresno Flats Historical Park and Wassama Round House State Historic Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at River Creek Golf Course and Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Oakhurst, CA

What's nearby

  • Golden Chain Theater - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Fresno Flats Historical Park - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Willow Creek Trailhead - 18 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 24 min drive - 19.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
  • ‪South Gate Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area. on 10 Aug 2026 start from £503, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite South Gate Villa. Breathtaking views sunrise to sunset. Epic pool area. located?

This family-friendly villa is located in Oakhurst, close to Golden Chain Theater and Fresno Flats Historical Park. Area attractions also include Wassama Round House State Historic Park and River Creek Golf Course.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.6/10

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had an amazing vacation in this beautiful home. It is a very spacious home. We loved the view of the pool and Jacuzzi overseeing the mountains. The owner and the property manager were amazing. Great welcome and great communication. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Hopefully we can return when the pool is heated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came during a winter storm, so we had high winds and lots of rain, so we were not able to enjoy all of the beauty that the outdoors provides but it was still amazing nonetheless. The home came with everything we needed for our stay, which made it extremely convenient and we were very grateful for. Dee was Available by text and was quick to respond. The location is remote and made this stay even more special. We can picture us being back to enjoy this place during the summer, we can't wait to book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caren F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Lots of fun for the kids and adults. We spent most of our time in the pool area. It’s so well set up for play time and meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful house with a breathtaking view! Host was super responsive with any minor issue or need. Super nice people and such an amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is absolutely stunning and the outdoor activities provide fun for the whole family!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerri V.

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

Family friendly with fun activities for the whole family

Enjoyed the beautiful scenery, peacefulness, and friendly hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

Amazing Oakhurst Villa

We were thrilled to stay in such a comfortable and spacious compound and to have such a short commute into Yosemite National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Wonderful stay

The house and view was spectacular. We especially loved the outside area. The hosts thought of everything and were friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my family loved the property. Beautiful pool area. Very private. The pool room made it a great place for son and grandson to have a private place to sleep. Loved the house. The property manager, Dee and her brother Mark and her Father were so friendly. We diffidently be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed A.

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

Great experience

Views were phenomenal Great sunsets The cat 🐈 was great host as well 😁 Would definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

5oth anniversay with family

Excellent property, well taken care of with good communication with property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina M.

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

Great house

House is perfect and cozy with everything you need. The property is really cool with the large enclosed area, we enjoyed the views from there as well as the hot tub. Easy location with access to the town for all the essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Family stay and wedding event

This property was beautiful. Our daughter was married in Yosemite and we hosted a dinner here after. It is a stunning property. There was a ton of communication with the property manager who also offered to assist when it looked like the rental company would be late picking up tables and tableware. There is everything you need to entertain. The villa is so comfortable and spacious. I wish I could upload pictures. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mistey G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite basecamp oasis

Multiple family members joined for a week of Yosemite adventures! The house was a perfect oasis from the park. The outdoor space was amazing and made it a truly wonderful and relaxing vacation! The sunset views over the mountain range was amazing!Dee, the property manager was great to speak with and very helpful.Only negative comments I have would be some basic maintenance things could be beneficial and lighting upgrades. It’s pretty dark in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL G.

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

Mountain Retreat

This Oakhurst property was perfect for our getaway. The mountain views were stunning, and the pool was a refreshing escape. We loved having a basketball and pickleball court on-site—great fun for everyone. The house was well designed, spacious, and well-equipped. The outdoor area, with plenty of seating and a grill, was a big plus. Proximity to Yosemite was a bonus. Highly recommend for a relaxing and active stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri P.

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

Fantastic Pool Area with Views

We had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed the backyard and the game room. We played air hockey, billiards, and ping pong. The pool area was very nice and we were able to enjoy the incredible sunsets. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

julie m.

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

place was great, lot of fun

Place was great, we had planned on bringing our entire family, but the air quality was poor from the fire, which made it unpleasant . Our kids and our granddaughter opted out because of the smoke. We really enjoyed the house, especially the game room and the swimming pool ( but the air quality limited how much time we wanted to spend by the pool). The house very comfortable and relaxing, we hope to come back in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
The Dixie fire and others in Northern California are approaching a million acres. Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, and most of California were affected depending on which way the smoke was going. Upwards 30 million people are affected. Let’s get some rain!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dory C.

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

A Gorgeous Getaway

The home & Grounds were Amazing. My kids enjoyed the pool extremely (although heated water would've allowed the adults to swim as well) but the Hot Tub made up for it!! We also Loved the game room. Playing Pool was definitely a hit for our older boys. The Views were Breathtakingly Beautiful. Sunsets were Amazing!! We will DEFINITELY be back!! Thank you for sharing your home with us. Arthur & Dory Cordova & Family 7-2022
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2022
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay! We have to keep the pool at a refreshing temperature, because it’s hot here on the south side!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

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

Recommended

The property sits on top of a hill and has gorgeous 200+ degree views, including from the front porch. The pool and adjoining area are huge. It’s also fully gated, a plus if you bring you pet. The property manager and owner were attentive. The only downside of the property—and not the fault of the property—is that’s about 1 hour and 20 minutes from Yosemite floor. But it’s close to the southern entrance of the park and close to Oakhurst for shopping and restaurants. I would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2021
Thank you Scott, One thing to note is travel times to the park rely heavily on traffic. Early to get in and early to leave is the way to go. James
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Fabulous backyard

James and Dee were very responsive to any questions I had. There was a problem with one of the steps and James was there within minutes to fix it. The backyard was the main focus of our time here. Our daughter was married in Yosemite. We had the rehearsal dinner and wedding reception in the backyard. The long table was great for our whole family to sit and enjoy our time together. There was plenty of room for pur family. Sunsets were beautiful. My family loved playing pool and cornhole.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis N.

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

Best Family Vacation EVER!

Our family has been coming to Basslake for over 50 years, but this was our first time staying in Oakhurst. We absolutely loved it!!! Dee (property manager) was so kind and helpful and she showed us everything we needed to know about the Villa. We had a large group of 12, including teens, kids, toddlers and they all had a blast. Our whole family enjoyed the pool/jacuzzi and the sunset view really makes you appreciate Mother Nature. Gorgeous! The house was fully stocked and rooms/bedding were plentiful and comfortable. They really thought of everything! Plus - It’s only about a 15 min drive to the Pines/BassLake and same to Oakhurst town. Thank you so much for sharing your home. We had a magical time and cannot wait to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

6/10 Okay

Maureen J.

The accommodations were fantastic. The views were spectacular. A house keeper is needed.

We arrived at the house only to find it still needed to be cleaned properly. The floors were not swept nor carpets vacuumed. Bathroom sinks had not been cleaned, nor mirrors or showers. The stove and kitchen counters were not cleaned, and food from prior renters was still in the refrigerator. After we spent two hours cleaning, vacuuming and discarding old food, we were finally able to settle in. The Caretaker was alerted to our concerns, and requests for repairs of necessary items were happily met. The views and surroundings were spectacular. More attention to detail is necessary when spending this kind of money on a vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Charlie and I bent over backwards for this party. We fully remodeled a cozy cottage by the pool (single queen bed) slate tile, walnut trims, raised panel door, picture window off an awesome view, climate control, grape vine trellis, fresh vegetable and herb garden and French Cabernet vines adjacent etc because they specifically needed a place for an additional relative to sleep. I did this for them no extra charge, but at considerable expense. No positive response from an incredible amount of work. They immediately complained about the pool which wasn't even an amenity when they booked, (pool is in and awesome but needs some landscaping to be finished and was basically a freebee to them) but they were in it splashing around and enjoying it for their whole stay....They requested an accommodation for an additional Rv of other relatives to come join them on their stay which I made arrangements for at no extra charge thus Rv never showed up, their dogs (which was only supposed to be 1 but showed up as 3 guaranteed to be extremely well behaved) immediately tried to run down the villas cat and they had zero control of it, they left their large dogs locked in the house while they went to Yosemite for the day and the dogs just messed up the house terribly which resulted in additional intense cleaning and repair at our expense. We purchased and supplied specific amenities just for them at no charge bought and delivered immediately upon request, no thank yous just more complaints and requests, like a bocce ball court which was supplied and worked on just for them!! This is just a short list of some of our interactions. I reluctantly refunded their deposit in full which I should of and legally could of kept, but I did it because I never wanted to hear from these people again. Please don't come back. PS this is a functioning house with condiments and spices in the kitchen and refrigerator. Guests are welcome to use them or not.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Peaceful, Beautiful and Rejuvenating

This trip was my gift to my son and his family for his 40th birthday. My daughter-in-law and I selected this lovely property because it checked all the boxes. We wanted a place that my son could unwind and relax in nature. We chose this property because of the location to Yosemite, the amenities, (pool, jacuzzi, games) and also, because this host allowed pets in the home. After reading the reviews we knew this was the place we would call home base for one week. We did not allow my son to see the property until we arrived. This lovely villa did not disappoint! When we drove up, we had a big reveal and a tour with the property manager, Dee who was warm and welcoming. She helped make the arrival a true celebration, she even hung up a happy birthday banner-it was a very nice touch. My son was extremely happy with our booking. All communication with the host, (James) was stellar. He was prompt in responses, very kind and extremely flexible. Dee was equally great, she provided recommendations to local spots in and around Bass lake, which we acted on and enjoyed them all. It was as my son put it, "a vacation to remember"! My granddaughters loved it too. As a mother and a grammy, I was overjoyed to see my family so happy! We will be back again! Thank you James and Dee!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant T.

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

Wow

This place was so nice it was tempting to not leave a review in hopes there would be more availability for us to return in the future. The views are incredible, the photos can't do them justice. It isn't a "luxury" home on the interior but that wasn't what our group was interested in. It was a little small for our group of 8 adult friends that weren't interested in sharing beds, but we obviously knew that going in and spent nearly all of our time outdoors so we didn't mind. The outdoor space is fantastic. Too cold to use the pool in April but nobody minded, or really had any plans to swim outdoors in April in the mountains to begin with. There was a cat on the property that we were asked to not let inside but it proved too difficult to achieve as it was determined to get in the door at all times. If you open the door to carry something out it would zip in. Extremely cute & friendly cat but worth noting in case a member of your party is allergic. For us the cute and friendly cat was a value add. Unanimous vote among all 8 of us that it is worthy of a repeat stay in the future if they will have us. We have done this trip every year for 10 years or so and this is only the 2nd place we have wanted to do a repeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2023
Thanks Grant, We are planning a bunch of upgrades inside and out, and we’d love to have you again. Safe Travels, James
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Amazing outdoor area, like being at a resort!

My family of 5 (2 adults, 2 teens, 1 child) and my sister’s family of 3 (2 adults, 1 child) just had one of our best vacations ever visiting Yosemite and Bass Lake while staying at this gorgeous property. I cannot reiterate enough how amazing the pool area outside is! From the youngest kid to the oldest adult, we all wanted to spend as much time out there as possible! Dee, the property manager, is so helpful and communicated with us starting the week before, day of and throughout our 5 night stay. She was very responsive when we had concerns and even brought us a toaster oven and air fryer since the oven in the house needs to be replaced. (Yes, we spent lots of time at the house to enjoy the outdoor pool area and views of the mountains, so we wanted to cook!) I gave the home a 4 star on cleanliness of property only because there are areas (semi-hidden, but not completely) where things have been “stored” that are broken or need to be repaired that really just need to be hauled off the property - however these things in no way hindered our stay! The only other thing is there is constant drip right in front of the front door that you have to step to the side to not get dripped on when you walk outside. Dee mentioned this but it never stopped and the rug was sopping wet when left from it, so it is something that needs to be addressed. We would definitely stay here again! Distance to Bass Lake is 15 minutes Yosemite gate 30 minutes. Awesome location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Than you Amy, Much appreciated! We had a brand new Maytag oven ready to install, but the counter top tile was 1/4” too big!! We’re modifying the tile and will have that in asap! Glad you had a good time, and thanks for the tips! Best, James

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