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"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch

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A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy landscape with trees and a small building.
A house with a paved driveway, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
An outdoor swimming pool with a clear view of trees and a sunset in the background.
A single-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and large trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, an oven, granite countertops, and a vase with flowers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Facing the mountains, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It includes a private pool, patio, deck, and yard for outdoor enjoyment. Families can enjoy nearby motorboating, mountain climbing, and hiking activities. The property is pet-friendly and offers games for entertainment, with attractions like the California State Mining and Mineral Museum nearby.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Catheys Valley, CA
  • Place, California State Mining and Mineral Museum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariposa County Visitor Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch

Joe and Cathy moved to beautiful Catheys Valley to enjoy the serenity and quiet solitude of a ranch off the beaten path. Their outdoor lifestyle and love of animals and horseback riding is perfectly suited for life on “The 56”. The guest home listed here is a quarter mile away from their personal residence and has two bedrooms and two full baths. Enjoy quiet evenings at the house, BBQ's and bonfires in the great outdoors overlooking the gorgeous lights of the Central Valley!

Miniature horses live directly across from the guest home! Guests are welcome to interact with the goats and ponies with guidance from the owners. A special experience for you and your kids!!

Don't forget about Yosemite National Park! YNP is approximately an hour away (50 miles) when travelling through hwy 140 through the historic town of Mariposa or approximately 1 hr. 20 minutes (60 miles) if traveling via hwy 49 through the lovely town of Oakhurst CA.

Our 56 acre property is yours to hike and explore. We have safe quad trails for hiking, biking and walking your dog. We have a 10 X 10 covered dog kennel for your use during the day should you decide to leave your dog here. Although well behaved dogs are allowed to be in the guest home and be off a leash while you are present, they are not allowed in the home during the day if you leave.There is also a pool at the house to cool off in on those warm summer days.

We will never be far away if you need anything. You will see us feeding the horses, goats and chickens during the day, but we will let you enjoy your space.
Your children would be welcome to meet the animals with me and share in the "chores" if they like! We have chickens in the hen house for fresh eggs for our guests every day! The kids (or grownups) are welcome to get them in the morning!

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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: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1264074vb
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Catheys Valley

Located in Catheys Valley, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Mariposa Museum and History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Butterfly Creek Winery and Merced River Recreation Area. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Catheys Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • California State Mining and Mineral Museum - 22 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 26 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 27 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 27 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Market & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Radanovich Winery - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch located?

Located in the heart of Catheys Valley, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of California State Mining and Mineral Museum, Windows on the World Books and Art and Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail. Mariposa County Courthouse and Mariposa Museum and History Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Very peaceful and Joe and Cathy were very nice. Bbq and internet worked great, animals were friendly and it was fun getting eggs from the coup in the morning. Beds were comfortable as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2025
We enjoyed meeting and hosting this family and I was looking forward to giving them a great review, which we have done with over 350 bookings with Airbnb and VRBO. We are pet friendly and accepted their request to book with us, and they confirmed they had kennels for their dogs. Unfortunately, when I looked at the property when they checked out, I saw irreparable (need a professional) damage to our hardwood floors. The large dogs were left in the home during the day, although we provide a covered 10 X 10 outdoor kennel for our guests use. The listing clearly states that dogs are not to be left in our home unattended. When we provided them with damage photos and information showing they had clearly violated our policies on VRBO, their defense was "you are dog - friendly". We are trying to resolve this issue with them, currently without success.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Vacation

Place was clean. Hosts were so great. Loved the animals. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2024
We are so happy you chose us for your stay here in Catheys Valley! You were absolutely one of the best guests we have had stay here, and you left our home in wonderful condition. You will always be welcome back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely stay

just the right size house for our family of 3 and a large dog. huge land for our dog to roam around anytime. fun to see the farm animals and feed them. wish we had brought more carrots and apples for the horses. appreciated the fresh eggs and the flashlight delivered by Cathy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July family birthday

Rented the house for 4th of July, to spend for my daughters birthday w/her family who live nearby. The pool was great for cooling off in this very hot weather and the grands loved interacting with the animals, especially at feeding time - thank you to Mary who handled our visit. The house was perfect, so lovely each room had its own bathrm (1 w/huge soaking bathtub & shower perfect to bathe the grands after swimming!) every detail was planned for - pantry w/any appliance you could need, great outdoor areas for having our meals. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay at the ranch and can’t recommend it highly enough! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. The house was spotless, cozy, and thoughtfully appointed, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.One of the biggest highlights was watching our boys enjoy all the animals. They absolutely adored feeding and visiting the ponies and were so excited to spend time with the chickens each day. It created such special memories for our family.The pool was another favorite—peaceful, refreshing, and surrounded by stunning views that made it easy to slow down and soak in the beauty of the property. Whether we were swimming, exploring, or simply enjoying the scenery, every moment felt relaxing and restorative.Thank you for sharing such a special place. We left feeling refreshed, grateful, and already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WHEN VISITING THE MERCED AREA &/OR YOSEMITE - THIS IS THE PLACE TO STAY!

From the peaceful location with great views (the travel on the dirt road to the home was well worth it!); to the nicely decorated home; to the comfy beds, linens & towels; to the adorable farm animal friends along with many cute local bunnies & squirrels; to about an hour drive to Yosemite; and finally, but just as important, to the gracious hosts that Joe & Cathy are: EVERYTHING WAS WONDERFUL!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely quiet place on a mini horse ranch in the foothills.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great staycation spot

This place was beyond wonderful!!! It’s a place you can go and just stay at the house the whole time because there is so much to do. We have three little kids and they had a blast!! The owners were so friendly and hospitable! There is a fire pit, outdoor scrabble board, movies, books, games, the animals, the pool, the beautiful wrap around porch, etc. We even had fun just walking the large property. It’s such a great place to go to get away, I can’t recommend it enough!!! It’s also about an hour drive to Yosemite but the cute little town of Mariposa is closer and a fun place to check out if you don’t want to stay at the house the whole time. We had so much fun at this property and can’t wait to come back again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best 50th Anniversery Ever

We totally enjoyed spending our 50th at 56 Ranch. The little house was well appointed, wonderfully decorated and quite comfortable. There were great beds and pillows, bathrooms stocked with items that filled every need, and the kitchen had all the necessities, plus. We had fun feeding the horses carrots, finding (and eating!) the chicken’s eggs, and watching the bunnies cavort across the lawn. They were, however, too quick for Sasha, our most welcome dog. Great sunset view from the wrap around patio, as well as entertaining views of the animals through the day. We splashed in the pool, enjoyed meeting our hosts, and over all had a wonderful, relaxing time. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great!

Peaceful, lots of amenities, great mini horses, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you Elizabeth for taking good care of the house! We're so glad you all enjoyed your stay! Come back and enjoy again! Joe and Cathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Joe & Cathy Orth

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Joe and Cathy moved to beautiful Catheys Valley to enjoy the serenity and quiet solitude of a ranch off the beaten path. Their outdoor lifestyle and love of animals and horseback riding is perfectly suited for life on “The 56”. The guest home listed here is over a quarter mile away from their personal residence and has two bedrooms and two full baths. Enjoy quiet evenings at home, BBQ's and bonfires in the great outdoors overlooking the gorgeous lights of the Central Valley!

Why they chose this property

Our property will give you the peace and quiet to enjoy the days and nights with friends and family.

What makes this property unique

Nice and Quiet! Pet Friendly; Pool; Yosemite National Park. Very comfortable home. Miniature horses will greet you, along with friendly goats and your very own chicken house that produces eggs for breakfast!

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