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NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123500 sq ft
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Explore the area

Wawona, CA
- Place, Yosemite National Park1 min walk
- Place, Yosemite Cemetery8 min walk
- Place, Wawona Visitor Center3 min drive
- Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)107 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Office 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME
No Park reservations needed!! Located inside Yosemite National Park, includes entrance reservation into the Park, and is 2 short blocks walking distance from the Merced River, The Summit House is a multi-story mountain home with central air conditioning and heat, and constructed with western red cedar inside and out. Surrounded by 3 secluded decks, our home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a spacious 2 story living room with trestle beams, separate dining room, large kitchen, loft den and game room with a bumper pool table. The upstairs bedrooms each have a king size bed, while the lower bedrooms each have 2 twin beds. In addition, both the loft and game room have queen size sleeper sofa beds. The house sleeps up to 13 people. There are 2 massive river rock fireplaces, a laundry room with washer and dryer, Dish TV, and wifi. All kitchen utensils, dishes, towels, and sheets are provided. Both a propane and charcoal barbecue are also provided for the large rear deck which is situated next to the forest where you can enjoy deer, raccoons, squirrels and birds as they parade by our home.
The Summit House is located in the charming town of Wawona, 6 miles inside Yosemite National Park. The Big Trees Hotel (formally the Wawona Hotel) is just five minutes away. Here you can play golf and tennis, ride in a carriage and ride horses in the nearby stable. Badger Pass Ski Lodge and Glacier Point are 35 and 50 minutes away. Yosemite Valley, where the Yosemite, Bridalveil and Vernal/Nevada Falls and El Capitan is 35 minutes from the house. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is only 15 minutes away. We are a short walk from the Merced River where you can fish and swim in the summer, as well as sunbathe on the glistening flat rocks in the rushing river. You can also enjoy a hike to Chilnualna Falls and the swinging bridge or stroll the Meadow Loop Trail. There is fine dining at the historic Big Trees Hotel, as well as horseback riding, a 9 hole golf course, Ranger walks and talks and a fascinating old Pioneer Center.
In the winter you can enjoy downhill skiing, cross country skiing, sledding and snowshoeing at nearby Badger Pass as well as ice skating under Half Dome in the Valley.
In Yosemite Valley there are year round activities including numerous hikes, waterfall gazing, rafting, biking, museums, or just enjoying the beautiful vistas from the awe inspiring Majestic (formally the Ahwanee) Hotel. Yosemite is beautiful in all seasons and each season has its own special pleasures!
The Summit House is located in the charming town of Wawona, 6 miles inside Yosemite National Park. The Big Trees Hotel (formally the Wawona Hotel) is just five minutes away. Here you can play golf and tennis, ride in a carriage and ride horses in the nearby stable. Badger Pass Ski Lodge and Glacier Point are 35 and 50 minutes away. Yosemite Valley, where the Yosemite, Bridalveil and Vernal/Nevada Falls and El Capitan is 35 minutes from the house. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is only 15 minutes away. We are a short walk from the Merced River where you can fish and swim in the summer, as well as sunbathe on the glistening flat rocks in the rushing river. You can also enjoy a hike to Chilnualna Falls and the swinging bridge or stroll the Meadow Loop Trail. There is fine dining at the historic Big Trees Hotel, as well as horseback riding, a 9 hole golf course, Ranger walks and talks and a fascinating old Pioneer Center.
In the winter you can enjoy downhill skiing, cross country skiing, sledding and snowshoeing at nearby Badger Pass as well as ice skating under Half Dome in the Valley.
In Yosemite Valley there are year round activities including numerous hikes, waterfall gazing, rafting, biking, museums, or just enjoying the beautiful vistas from the awe inspiring Majestic (formally the Ahwanee) Hotel. Yosemite is beautiful in all seasons and each season has its own special pleasures!
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash all dishes and put away in the cupboards.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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About the area
Yosemite National Park
Located in Yosemite National Park, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Wawona, CA
What's nearby
- Yosemite National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Yosemite Cemetery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Wawona Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Wawona Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jackalope's Bar and Grill - 16 min drive
- Timberloft Pizzeria - 16 min drive
- Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge - 16 min drive
- The House that Ruza built - 16 min drive
- Embers Restaurant - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
15 Dec, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home
Michael H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
22 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin M.
12 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Beautiful scenery
Justin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
31 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Amanda C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen P.
29 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
christina h.
1 Jul, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
christina h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
4 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin for multiple generations

Brian M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill C.
3 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Jill C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
13 Apr, 2017
Quiet, comfortable and 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley
Karen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John T.
7 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and wonderful place!
John T.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
4 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Trip to Yosemite
Susan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather K.
3 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summit House stay
Heather K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hans R.
23 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a group in Yosemite-Wawona
Hans R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy F.
15 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Family House
Cindy F.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim H.
22 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House in Yosemite!
Kim H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon W.
28 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family
Sharon W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timothy M.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Precious Gem
Timothy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristen D.
25 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Kristen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy M.
4 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. Great history. Totally 80’s.
Judy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lloyd P.
19 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Lloyd P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Sandy P.
1 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great for family gathering
Sandy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Archival
8/10 Good
Jian H.
7 Aug, 2015
Beautiful and spacious
Jian H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill J.
29 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring 2024
Bill J.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ben M.
5 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Wawona Dwelling
Ben M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Daniel Wolfus
Yosemite is a special place to us. Chris has been going there since she was a child and we went there on our honeymoon. The Summit House is a Frank Lloyd Wright. Jr design and is a work of love from our family.
Please book only if your travel plans are firm. Cancellations result in significant loss to us due to immediate, non-recoverable costs.
Please book only if your travel plans are firm. Cancellations result in significant loss to us due to immediate, non-recoverable costs.
Why they chose this property
Yosemite is one of seven international parks and is a place of wondrous beauty in all seasons. There are many activities both near our home and in other parts of the park for everyone to enjoy.
What makes this property unique
We are inside of the national park! Once inside, you do not have to go in and out any of the entrance gates and have complete access to the entire park.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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