INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings!

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Oak Wood Cabin inside Yosemite National Park, street view

Kick back in the comfortable rustic living room.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2850 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Yosemite National Park, CA

Yosemite Valley
‪6 min drive‬
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
‪19 min drive‬
Tunnel View
‪19 min drive‬
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Ten minutes from Yosemite Valley and conveniently located on the paved road, this one bedroom cabin in Foresta offers complete relaxation in a quiet setting. The full kitchen includes all modern appliances (excepting dishwasher) and comes equipped with dining area, coffee maker, toaster, blender, pots, pans & dishes. Or use the propane BBQ while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Eat on the screened porch, safe from pesky bugs, or relax on the couch. The modern bathroom features a walk-in shower and stacked washer/dryer. The bedroom has a comfortable King bed, closet and supplemental electric stove. Equipped with romantic flame gas insert and A/C. Explore the quiet surroundings, stroll to Crane Creek moments away, then rest under the shady oaks and pines. (See also our sister listing #726304, Shady Grove Cabin for additional two person accommodation.)
Foresta is a great starting point to various Yosemite destinations, Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne Meadows, the Merced & Tuolumne Groves of Sequoias and many hiking trails. Offering Free satellite TV, WIFI and HughesNet Gen4 internet, Verizon's 4G network is also available.

Foresta is located within the boundaries of Yosemite National Park. Now known as an “inholding”, Foresta (Big Meadow) started as a pioneering area. Two ranches (McCauley and Meyers) provided beef, pork, dairy and vegetables to the Yosemite Valley hotels. In the twenties, it was sub-divided and given the name of Foresta. Created as an “artistic” community, musical gatherings were held by the creek. After the Great Depression, many lots were sold for back taxes. Approximately 75 homes were in use, either full time or seasonally, before the 1993 A-Rock fire destroyed most of them. More than half of the homes have now been rebuilt. Fire has been a defining force in this area, showcasing Mother Nature's endless cycles.

Property manager

Yosemite Half Dome View Vacation Rentals - Rick & Annie

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Languages

English, Spanish

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours 10 p.m. - 8 a.m.

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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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite Valley and Yosemite National Park. El Portal Market and Yosemite Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

Yosemite Valley - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
Tunnel View - 19 min drive - 14.8 km
El Portal Market - 20 min drive - 10.4 km
El Capitan - 32 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬23 min drive
‪Parkside Pizza - ‬23 min drive
‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬31 min drive
‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Yosemite Valley and within 9 miles (15 km) of Yosemite National Park and El Portal Market. Merced River and Sierra National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

25 Oct, 2024

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

Close to Yosemite Valley.

The property was clean, comfortable, well stocked and very close to Yosemite Valley. It's the next best thing to staying right in the valley.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Douglas H.

21 Oct, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Yosemite Valley close by.

The property was only "semi"-clean. Plenty of room, quiet beautiful location. Sagging spot in the floor covered by carpet was disconcerting. Shower head was gross. Air conditioning was window unit, not central air. Couldn't use fan in BR without light being on because switch was broken. Luggage rack broken. Tired furniture. For the price over all just OK.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna E.

14 Oct, 2024

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

Perfect location

This was the perfect location for exploring the valley. Come prepared with groceries in hand and you will be set for tranquility and some great treks into the valley. The space was clean and as advertised. Owners were very responsive and helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

19 Sept, 2024

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

Great location

Can’t beat the location. Easy to get to Yosemite Valley and lovely area with meadow, barns, creeks, and little waterfalls just along the street the cabin is located.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dianna E.

11 Sept, 2024

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great being inside the park.

It was great being inside the park and near the valley. Initially, the location was challenging to find, but the rustic cabin was nice. My only issues were the cleanliness of the property and that only one small a/c unit was available in the living area, which made the bedroom very warm.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

1 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great place to stay! Quiet and comfortable with everything you need. About 20 min to Yosemite Village.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tari E.

24 Aug, 2024

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

Comfortable and Convenient

Wonderful property for visiting Yosemite. Easy access to anywhere in the park.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

17 Aug, 2024

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

A week in nature

We enjoyed this rustic cabin so much It was conveniently located within the park. It provided the relaxed natural experience we were looking for. The house was well stocked and the A/C was a plus with the warm sunny days we had. I highly recommend this place

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Charming Cabin

My husband and I greatly enjoyed the convenient location and privacy of this quaint cabin. The house was very clean and well-equipped with everything we needed for a wonderful stay in Yosemite National Park. The neighborhood was extremely peaceful and quiet, and all the sites in the park that we wanted to visit were within a 15-45 minute drive. The kitchen has a nice, large refrigerator with plenty of room for your groceries. The house has a window air conditioning unit in the living room and a ceiling fan in the bedroom. There was plenty of hot water and clean towels, along with laundry detergent for the stacked washer/dryer in the bathroom. It was fun to see the deer, quail, woodpeckers, and other birds near the cabin, and we enjoyed the walk down the dirt road where we saw a pretty little waterfall.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Great private cabin

We stocked up on groceries and stayed here 6 nights end of July. We loved the privacy and e had while still being in the park a short drive to all the hikes we knocked out while here. We had everything we needed, clean, great location to park trailheads, grill, and just passed the house is a river to cool off in! Would highly recommend! The directions are easy to follow and Annie was responsive via text

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

13 Jul, 2024

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

Great little cottage off the beaten path.

To begin with, the host was very communicative. She even gave us road closure updates as we were traveling to Yosemite. Although it is pretty remote,the cottage was easy to find with Google Maps navigation. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable.The area where it is located is several miles from the valley, although still within the park, so there was plenty of peace and quiet. Even with the extreme heat, it was a wonderful experience. Next time we will go in the spring, and if possible, we won't hesitate to try to book this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph and Kelly L.

17 Jun, 2024

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

Serene and Close to Park

We loved staying here. We were barely 20 minutes from Yosemite valley. As Half Dome hikers, this was a critical part of our day. And every day we got home from epic hikes to a quiet, serene home, with birds chirping while we ate dinner on the screened in porch. The home was very equipped for longer stays and we enjoyed everyday. Highly recommend and hope to be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

5 Jun, 2024

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

Foresta

Quiet and calm

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

23 May, 2024

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

Loved cabin in Forests!

We loved the convenience of being within the park combined with the ability to get away from the crowds. The private niche of Foresta with quaint cabins and solitude was a gem for us. Just down the dirt road from our cabin was a beautiful waterfall that was fun to walk to. The cabin was very clean, comfortable, kitchen well stocked, it is not “fancy” by extremely comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara F.

22 May, 2024

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

Charming cabin in rustic Yosemite

Charming classic cabin with modern updates and an incredible property manager to boot. The screened in porch was perfect for meals, and the kitchen has been beautifully updated. Annie and Rick were both communicative and so kind. It’s a short 15 minute walk to a pretty waterfall, and if you go to the top of the hill, you’ve got a breathtaking view of El Capitan and Half Dome from afar. 100% would stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D.

19 Feb, 2023

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

Cabin in the Woods

Loved that this cozy cabin was located within Yosemite NP. Everything we needed was there to make our stay comfortable. Located off the beaten path so suggest finding your way there before dark!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devin S.

1 Oct, 2022

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

Nice Cabin Great Location

My wife and I loved staying at this cabin within Yosemite. It's centrally located between Tiago Pass, Yosemite Valley and Mariposa. We visited each in that order and had an amazing vacation. The cabin is very spacious for two and the kitchen and screened in porch are as well; made use of both during our stay. Parking is super close to the door which made unloading / loading a breeze.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

10 Sept, 2022

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

Great place to stay in Yosemite

We loved our stay. It was a comfortable to come back to after exploring the park. The kitchen was well stocked. We used the cast iron skillet every night and ate on the screened in porch. Buy groceries before entering the park though the Village store seemed to have a lot. There are coolers to use. Be sure to walk down the road and onto the Foresta trail. Going past the small waterfall provides a nice view. Definitely a great place to stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

7 Aug, 2022

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

Fast response to questions

We had to change accommodations due to Washburn fire from Wanona hotel and this quiet location was closer to our hiking trails. Nice screened in porch and roomy cabin for two. Modern kitchen and appreciated the literature and Yosemite book for the park. Very happy week at this comfortable cottage!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie N.

1 Aug, 2022

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

My new fav!

What a cute place! Clean and quiet and private. Just what we wanted. We ate on the screen porch, then sat out at night to watch the Milky Way. Yosemite was bustling, but Oak Wood Cabin was serene. And the kitchen is huge for a small place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

30 Jun, 2022

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

Wonderful Stay

My husband and I decided to go to Yosemite for our 10th anniversary and we really enjoyed this cabin. It was in the park and the location was very quiet. We mostly spent our days at Yosemite Valley, which is about a 20 minute drive away. Cabin has everything we needed for four days and bed was super comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

26 Jun, 2022

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

Great Location For Us

Close to Yosemite Valley and Tioga Road. Comfy couch and bed. Nice working kitchen. Loved the screened in porch. There is room to unpack and put away your stuff in both bedroom and bathroom so you don't have to live out of your suitcase if you don't want to. Directions to the cabin were great. Cell service is spotty in the Park so print or screen shot your directions. Owners answered all of my questions quickly. WiFi is not super robust at the cabin, but who cares. Just wanted to watch a movie after a long hike and it was good enough for that. AC will likely have trouble in the hotter months. Not an issue for me, but my hubby had trouble getting to sleep 2 out of our 5 nights there. I will likely be back to Yosemite at least one more time to finish our wish list of hikes. I would stay here again if it is available. Teresa

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

20 Jun, 2022

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

Had a wonderful stay

Lots of room to spread out, with a large kitchen, large living room and outside back porch. Came equiped with everything you would need for the week, from cloths washing detegerent to cooking spices.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

31 May, 2022

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

Foresta gem

Everything was great: wonderful accommodations, convenient to Yosemite Valley, reasonable price for the area. Only downside was that I wish we had been advised in advance about the drought and the request to limit water usage.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022