Mossyrock Strawbale House - Near Yosemite & Town

Mossyrock is a unique custom built straw-bale split-level farmhouse with a wide wrap-around porch, super comfy beds, a two-person soaking bathtub, and a chef's kitchen. Situated on 7 idyllic acres of oaks, laurels, and mossy boulders, you will wish that you never have to leave.

We are conveniently located near the town of Mariposa and to both the South and West entrances to Yosemite National Park.

Renting a vehicle? See the location below.
The space
House Description:

Our secluded owner built split-level farmhouse will be the ideal base camp for your Yosemite adventure. This 1500 sq. ft. straw bale home provides a unique place for our guests to rest after a day of discovering Yosemite and Mariposa. Mossy Rock is perfect for one or two active couples or a small family and their pets.

Not accessible for persons with walking limitations.
Any person under the age of 2 may stay for free. All other persons must be added in the guest count.

The guest house is kept naturally cool with its thick walls, concrete floors and covered decks to deflect the sun's heat. You'll appreciate that sustainable straw-bale construction which makes your lodging a unique experience.
The first floor of this split-level house has a large, open kitchen/ dining/ living area. The house has finished dyed concrete floors & integral naturally painted plaster walls. For the cooler days, there is radiant floor heating throughout and a wood stove in the living room. Fans & thick walls keep the space cool in the summer and warm in the off seasons.

The spacious kitchen has poured concrete countertops and contains all the equipment a gourmet cook needs to prepare everything from a quick meal to a full dinner. The large island/workspace provides a place for friends and family to gather around and exchange conversations while helping with meal preparations.

The adjoining living/dining area is a comfortable place to relax, watch videos, or just enjoy some peace, quiet and views of rocky outcrops. Our smart TV works with your private stream accounts such as Hulu, Netflix, Prime, Disney, etc.

The dining table with seating & place settings for your group is next to the French and sliding glass doors, so you can watch nature while enjoying your meals.
A separate half bathroom (toilet and wash basin) is also located on the lower level. The lower floor overlooks the beautiful landscape of this property.

The second level of the guest house has two bedrooms and a large shared full bath with a deep two-person bathtub that utilizes an on-demand water heater for endless hot water.
BEDROOM#1 The Smaller Room, has a new full sized mattress
(54 in × 75 in 137 cm × 191 cm) on an adjustable frame, and a walnut bed frame.

BEDROOM# 2- The Blue Room bedroom has a queen-sized mattress (60 in × 80 in 152 cm × 203 cm) on an adjustable frame & a full-size leather sofa bed. A back door exit leads onto the encircling decks & the laundry area. Off the bedroom and up a staircase with a beautiful and ornate iron railing that leads to a third bedroom- loft, and office/reading room with a twin bed and work table.

The house is wrapped on all sides by a covered deck, perfect for enjoying the surrounding environment. A seasonal creek flows nearby and rock outcrops covered in thick green moss are visible in all directions. Birds and wildlife are often seen from the deck in the surrounding meadows.

A gas barbecue grill is located on the east side of the porch and is supplied with propane & grilling tools. The outdoor seating provides a comfortable place to enjoy the natural space at Mossy Rock while you BBQ or relax, play games, and have a true country experience.

• FREE WiFi Access - Rural DSL-WIFI speeds of 8 Mbps
* Verizon is Mariposa's preferred provider
* Hook up to wifi for wifi calling
• FREE Local Telephone calls
* Portable A/C unit
Guest access
Plenty of parking on-site, including a covered tent that can house a vehicle. Guests are encouraged to walk around the 7 acres of land, where paths are clearly visible and clear of brush and grass. During rainy weather, we recommend AWD vehicles.

This house is not for those with accessibility concerns, nor is it baby/toddler-proof.

Guests have access to all areas inside the house (except for a service room) and outdoor areas immediately surrounding the house.

Both of the bedrooms & the full bathroom are up a short set of 6 stairs.

Our neighborhood is rural and homes are set on large acreage; however, neighbors are nearby and are friendly.
Other things to note
If renting a vehicle or if your vehicle is of low clearance, be warned that Schafer Road (1 mile) is a rural unpaved road tended by the homeowners. The road has potholes and ruts; therefore, high-clearance vehicles are preferred, but not required- Drive Slow!

We have set a 24-hour buffer time between guests to maximize safety for everyone. This gives us time to air the house and to disinfect surfaces. We are committed to high standards for cleaning.

Pet Guardians: You MUST ask about Pets BEFORE booking (2 max.)
We charge a pet fee of $40 per Pet per stay.
No kennel on site. Unfenced property!
TAXES:
Mariposa County:
Guests who book VRBO listings that are located in Mariposa County, CA will pay the following taxes as part of their reservation:

Transient Lodging Tax: 12% of the listing price including any cleaning fees, for reservations 30 nights and shorter. For detailed information, please visit the Mariposa County TOT and TBID website.
Tourism Business Improvement District Assessment (TBID): 1.5% of the listing price including any cleaning fees, for reservations 30 nights and shorter. For detailed information, please visit the Mariposa County TOT and TBID website.