Yosemite-BaseCamp is a Hilltop Tranquil LUX Ranch-house Retreat - sleeps 6 to 8

Whether you are looking for a weekend escape or an extended retreat this lux home will wrap you in the healing energy of nature. Located on 16 acres that back up to the Sierra National Forest, this tranquil sanctuary is on a hilltop between the historic Gold Mining town of Mariposa and the Yosemite Arch Rock Entrance.

Enjoy the scenic one-hour drive to Yosemite through the Merced River Canyon where you will find wildflower walks in the spring, white water rafting, river hikes and fishing along all-season Highway 140.  Arch Rock Entrance is the most direct access to the Yosemite Valley in the center of Yosemite National Park of the five park entrances. Along this route you will be treated to many iconic sights including Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, Half Dome and the beautiful Merced River. Enjoy year-round activities in the area and the park. You can also take the comfortable air-conditioned Yosemite YARTS bus from the stop that is walking distance from our home if you prefer not to drive into Yosemite.

Yosemite-BaseCamp is a ten-minute drive from the rustic, charming town of Mariposa with its roadside country stores, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, health food store, Pioneer Market (open until 10pm), fulfilling your need for convenience. While our fully equipped kitchen makes enjoying home-made meals with friends and family in nature enticing.

Much of the charm of this lux home is in the details. Three bedrooms (with room darkening shades, ensuite full bathrooms and their own thermostat control), expansive windows give sweeping views of the sunset over the rolling hills, inviting seating throughout the home inside and out, a side-porch swing to hang out on while you cook dinner on the outdoor BBQ grill, lounge chairs to lay back and marvel at the shooting stars around the milky way as they lull you into a relaxing state, a multitude of puzzles, card and board games to gather around and play at the gaming table, a broad range of books, media room with a big screen Samsung smart HDTV to sign in and enjoy your own streaming services through our high-speed internet, Living room with a wood-burning stove to cozy up on cold nights. At any moment you might see area wildlife make their way across the front or back yard.

We want you to have the vacation experience that you dreamed of. Yosemite-BaseCamp has been in our family for years. Please reach out for personalized recommendations for food and activities. We will do our best to assist you if you let us know in advance of additional amenities that you may need.

Please note, this house is not set up for children.

About 3 hours from San Francisco, San Jose and the Bay Area. (Avoid traveling during commuting traffic hours.) Closest commercial airport is Fresno airport.

Be aware: During certain hours, in high season, Yosemite National Park requires reservations to drive into the park.

There is a Yosemite Public Transportation YARTS bus stop within walking distance of Yosemite-BaseCamp if you prefer not to drive into Yosemite.


PLACE OFFERS

2600 sqft home
Mountain Views
Expansive back porch and back yard - not fenced
Star-gazing side deck
Free parking on premises for three vehicles.

WHERE YOU WILL SLEEP

Bedroom 1
King Bed
En-suite bathroom with vanity area, Shower,
Vertical Sitting tub (requires agility to climb in and out) and toilet
Room darkening shades
Room Thermostat

Bedroom 2
Queen Bed
En-suite bathroom with vanity, shower and toilet
Room darkening shades
Room Thermostat

Bedroom 3
Queen Bed
En-suite bathroom with vanity, shower and toilet
Room darkening shades
Room Thermostat

Media Room
Leather couch with queen-size trundle pull out that is Very firm. We have 3” foam topper if needed.
Room darkening shades

OUTDOOR LIVING:
expansive covered back porch, star-gazing side deck, private back yard area (NOT fenced), gas grill, porch swing, out door sitting areas (front & back), back porch table and chairs and sitting areas.

INDOOR LIVING:
Smart Big Screen HDTV, wood-burning stove (firewood provided), dining table seats up to 8 people, desk area, board games, cards, books

KITCHEN:
Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking essentials, coffee maker with coffee pods, teas

GENERAL:
Free high-speed WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, pillows, comforters/blankets towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hangers, washer/dryer, clothing steamer, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels

SAFETY:
smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, fire extinguishers, exterior security cameras (facing out), wildlife natural habitat (may encounter potentially dangerous animals)

PARKING:
Driveway (3 vehicles)

AMENITIES:
Scenic views
Fast WIFI
Big screen smart HDTV
Central Heat and AC
Burning wood stove
Pillows, sheets, comforters/blankets
Bathroom essentials - towels, sheets, soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, blow dryer
Sleeping darkening shades,
Hangers
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor table and chairs
BBQ grill
Washer/Dryer
Clothing steamer
Pots, pans
Stove/oven
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Coffee
Teas


Note: There is a refundable deposit required to cover any damage that may occur during your stay.

HOUSE RULES AND POLICIES

Check-in: 4 PM or after
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Check-out: before 10 AM

- Must be at least 25 years old to book. Government ID may be required.

-Please, strictly no more than 8 guests. Groups of more than 8 will have booking cancelled immediately with no refund. This includes guests arriving on site to hang out. No more than 8 persons at any given time on the property.

- NO SMOKING OR VAPING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE ON PROPERTY - Your booking will be canceled immediately without refund and charged minimum of $500 to deep clean and remove odor if violated.
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- No pets allowed - Your booking will be canceled immediately without refund and you will be charged minimum of $500 if violated
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
-Do not move any furniture. A lot of the furniture is heavy and is hard for cleaners to move alone. An extra charge will be made if cleaners must move furniture back to original positions. This includes outdoor deck furniture.

- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security camera: camera are outward facing. The camera are activated by motion and will record while guests are in residence

SAFETY FEATURES

-there are several fire extinguishers conveniently mounted according to code on the property
-there are carbon monoxide detectors in the house
-there are smoke detectors on the property
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When you book Yosemite-BaseCamp, you have the option to buy Accidental Damage Protection through VRBO