Homestead Ranch near Yosemite w/ Horses & Chickens

Make the Homestead Guest Ranch, on 13 stunning acres, your home while you visit one of the magnificent wonders of the world - Yosemite National Park. Step back in time as you experience Ranch life w/ updated amenities. Meet Ping Pong - our mule - and Ginger & Oakie, our two horses. Gather your own eggs from the chicken house! Patio for BBQs, games and stargazing. The Merced River is a 10 minute drive for swimming & fishing. Hike to Chilnualna Falls, the Swinging Bridge & the Meadow Loop Trail.

HIGHLIGHTS:

★ Perfect place to stay when visiting Yosemite National Park
★ Peaceful and private location with a beautiful view - sits on 13 acres
★ 4 Beds + Air Mattress
★ 3 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms
★ Animals on site including a mule, two horses and chickens (plus all the wildlife around)!
★ Help yourself to some fresh eggs from the chicken house
★ Wood burning Fireplace in the living room - firewood provided for it!
★ Large patio space with a firepit, plenty of seating and a table to dine at under the stars
★ Charcoal Webber Grill
★ Washer & Dryer
★ Fully equipped kitchen for all of your cooking needs
★ Drip coffee maker + tea kettle
★ Smart TV in the master bedroom
★ Wifi
★ All bedding & bath linens provided
★ Body wash, shampoo and conditioner
★ Record Player + Records
★ Heating & Cooling available in the house via the wood stove & 3 split units
★ Dining table to eat your meals at
★ Books & games
★ Plenty of storage for your belongings
★ Desk to work at
★ Landline phone available for use

NEARBY PLACES TO ENJOY:

★ Visit the historic town of Mariposa, only 12 minutes away, for great restaurants, bars and shops
★ Merced River only 10 minutes away - great for fishing & swimming
★ Hike at the nearby Chilnualna Falls, the Swinging Bridge, and the Meadow Loop Trail
★ Play Golf of enjoy Fine Dining at the historic Big Trees Lodge (formerly, known as Wawona Hotel)
★ In the park you can horseback ride, fish, enjoy Ranger walks and talks, and visit the Living History Center
★ Sierra Cider is only 20 minutes from the house
★ In the Fall, enjoy the spectacular colors on the trees and go see the nearby famous Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
★ In the winter, the family-friendly Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area (formerly, known as Badger Pass Ski Area) offers snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, cross-country ski tours, and Yosemite Valley enjoy the outdoor ice skating rink.
★ General store & gas station only 3 minutes from the house

BEDS:
Bedroom 1: King (first floor)
Bedroom 2: Two Twin Beds (second floor)
Bedroom 3: Twin Bed (second floor - walk through bedroom #2 to get to this one)
Living Room: Air Mattress

BATHROOM:
Bathroom 1: Full size with a bathtub, near the master bedroom on first floor. The stand up shower is located in the laundry room.
Bathroom 2: Half size on the second floor

MARIPOSA:

The town of Mariposa, first settled in 1849, is the southernmost in the Gold Rush chain of towns. The streets follow the original street grid laid out by John C. Fremont in 1850. Several disastrous early fires convinced settlers to rebuild with stone, brick and adobe. Consequently, many of today’s existing structures in the historic downtown had been built by the late 1850s, with most of the remaining ones completed by 1900. Because they have always been in use, the old buildings haven’t had to be restored or recreated. You will find a book at the Homestead filled with menus of our favorite restaurants, shops, and bars in this fun town. There are also several wine tasting places in town and just outside of town. We love the Butterfly Creek Winery, which is about 15 minutes from the Homestead. It's a beautiful drive with a fun place to stop off and get fresh eggs.

Guests have access to the entire Homestead and surrounding 13 acres. There is a caretaker that lives in a nearby apartment, on the property. She is there for emergencies and to take care of the horses. We ask that you use common sense and caution around the horses. GUESTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENTER THE HORSE PASTURE. You may admire and pet horses from outside of the fence. While friendly, horses are huge animals that have their own agendas and can be spooked easily and can be unpredictable. Please be extra mindful of children and keep dogs on a leash around them. That being said, they are wonderful additions to the property and our favorite sight is looking out the window at them as you're waking up in one of the upstairs bedrooms or cooking in the kitchen.

The best way to get around is by car. There are bus tours of Yosemite park and they pick up in Mariposa. Parking in the park can be tricky during high season times. Please check out the bus schedule as well.

We suggest keeping your pets within eyesight if they are outside. There is wildlife (coyotes & other critters) which might harm your pet. Also, please keep your pet on a leash around the horses and out of the pasture for their safety.

Please note we collect a damage deposit prior to your check in.
Only the number of guests listed with the reservation are allowed at the property at ALL times.

Please do not request an early check in time through the app. Early check in times selected through the app are not applicable, even if the booking is "accepted". If you would like early check in, you must message us. Standard check in time is anytime after 4pm.

All pets must be approved prior to booking. Pets must be added to your reservation as part of guest count after we approve them. $75 pet fee. We do not allow animals to go on the furniture or beds. You will be charged an additional fee if we find pet hair on the furniture or beds.

Please be respectful of the decor and the space itself. We've put a lot of time and energy into making and keeping this home beautiful, if you ruin something or break our house rules we will keep your security deposit.

NO Smoking of any kind
NO Parties
Please discard of all food in the trash can instead of the sink and only flush toilet paper down the toilets

Once you've booked with us, we ask that you keep all communication within the platform. That's the best way to keep in touch and keep all the details in one place. Thank you! We look forward to hosting you!