Ahwahnichi Lodge

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Explore the area

Yosemite National Park, CA

Yosemite National Park8 min walk
Badger Pass Ski Area14 min drive
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance35 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

From the Main entry, there is a window seat nook allowing a view of the woods or a place to read a good book. In the vaulted living room, a cheery fireplace lights the comfortable decor which connects to the wood-floored dining room. The wooden cabinetry and leaded doors tell of an era dedicated to tasteful wood trim and skilled detail. The flow-through kitchen has countertops selected to resemble the speckled granite so common in Yosemite. A fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and other amenities allow dining on the adjoining deck or inside in the distinctive window alcove. Downstairs is the family room with a futon and another fireplace. There is a TV/DVD, for movie view, (sorry no Satellite). Two bedrooms with a queen bed in the first bedroom, and a full & twin size bed in the second bedroom. Each bedroom has a three-window alcove and a rounded window seat; perfect for viewing the resplendent outdoors. The family room is ready for jigsaw puzzles or games by the fire and includes a mini-bar for that late-night snack of smores. Fabrics in the house interweave the Indian, Asian, and Arts and Crafts themes popular in Yosemite during that era.

There are two and 1/2 bathrooms, one on each floor, tiled with an Indian theme and arts and craft wood shelving. Upstairs is the romantic master bedroom hideaway with its vintage Morris chair and the warm glow of art glass lanterns. The Master bedroom has a king-size bed, its own nook for reading, as well as its own deck, to catch a vista view of the sunset peeking through the sugar pines and spruce trees. With its refined, clean lines, this house is a place to treasure Yosemite. This cabin reflects an era when we had time to think, walk in the woods or be with the people that we care about. Turn off the telephone, leave the computer in its bag and enjoy a simpler world at Ahwahnichi Lodge.
There are 3 parking spots over the summer months, and 2 over the winter months.

Property manager

Yosemite's Scenic Wonders Vacation Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Fireplace

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

This holiday home is located in Yosemite West, a neighbourhood in Yosemite National Park. The Ahwahnee is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Yosemite Museum and Nature Center at Happy Isles are also worth visiting.

Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

Yosemite National Park - 8 min walk
Yosemite Valley - 13 min drive
Badger Pass Ski Area - 14 min drive
Tunnel View - 16 min drive
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 35 min drive

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

The River Restaurant & Lounge - 40 min drive
Parkside Pizza - 40 min drive
Yosemite View Restaurant & Lounge - 40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ahwahnichi Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ahwahnichi Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ahwahnichi Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ahwahnichi Lodge located?

Located in Yosemite West, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Valley and Badger Pass Ski Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

8.8

Excellent

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A., West Decatur, PA

28 July 2022

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

Very nice home

We enjoyed our stay at the rental very much, it was very clean, well equipped and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again. A couple of things to keep in mind, as the description says there is no a/c and it can get pretty warm in the summer. We opened the windows in the mornings and evenings which helped quite a bit but something to keep in mind nevertheless. Also, no internet. This made it difficult to keep in touch when some of us were backpacking and came off the trail a day early. With all the internet options out there it seems like it would be quite simple to acquire it. Regardless the house is very nice and would recommend it to others with the caveats listed above.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Manish A.

12 Apr 2022

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

April in Yosemite

Our stay at Ahwanichi was just what we needed after the last 2 years of pandemic living. The house was immaculately clean and well maintained. The location is ideal and only 20 minutes to the valley. Everyone enjoyed disconnecting (be forewarned, no WIFI!) playing board games and watching deer outside the window. A few minor things could be changed - the DVD player was not functional (not a big deal, but if the TV doesn't get any channels, and the DVD player doesn't work, why it is there?) and there were a number of broken blinds in the bedrooms. The kitchen has a wide assortment of pots/pans, but it would be nice if they stocked more glassware and basics like cooking oil. Can't comment on responsiveness of the property manager as we never tried to contact them. Also, do your best not to park under the pine tree, as you will end up with lots of sap on your car. Overall, well worth a visit and we look forward to returning (with some additional cooking essentials next time).

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Archna P.

1 Mar 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

HOT water or FREEZING cabin, those are your options when you stay here.

If you are going in winter, make sure to take chains for your tires, especially if it has recently snowed. The roads up till about 1/4 mile to the cabin were clear. After that it was pretty icy and we were slipping. We couldn’t even get into the driveway, we were getting stuck. With a lot of effort finally managed to park off to the side on the road. And then had to carry everything into the cabin from the road up the icy driveway - not the safest conditions. We had NO HOT WATER. The management company was helpful, in that they came out quickly in the evening to check it out but unfortunately they weren’t able to fix it. So we had no hot water for showers for 3 days or a few opted for quick ice cold showers, washing dishes and hands in ice cold water. Management told us to turn off all the thermostats and then wait to see if we get hot water. Nope, didn’t work and we had to sit in a cold cabin for hours hoping to get some hot water. Also, I’ve had formed on the wall outside the first level bathroom which was melting and causing a puddle of water inside the bathroom. Management said they would come and melt the ice so we wouldn’t have the puddle but they did not take care of this during our stay. A very measly discount was given due to the hot water issue, but it was not enough. Had gone up for my mom’s birthday, had two young children and two elderly parents - so having to sit in a cold cabin while waiting for some hot water to shower was not really an option. Also, when you spend the day out in park, you’d like to come back to a warm cabin and be able to take a hot or even warm shower. We had neither. And it was cold out! The cabin was lovely but the owner of the property is not responsive and their credit for the inconvenience was pathetic.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

13 Feb 2022

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

Great Place in Yosemite West!

Very clean and up-to-date furnishings. 20 minutes from the valley, 15 minutes from Badger Pass Ski Area, and 25 minutes from Wawona Hotel area. No Wi-Fi or TV and basically no cell service, so if that’s a big deal, I’d consider somewhere else. Overall, very happy with our vacation and lodging.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022