INSIDE YOSEMITE! Ten minutes from Yosemite Valley. SUMMER/FALL openings!

See all properties

Save

Entire cabin

Shady Grove Cabin inside Yosemite National Park, street view.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 236 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Check out the area

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA

Yosemite Valley6 min drive
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance18 min drive
Tunnel View18 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Travelers who cancel at least 60 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid. If they cancel between 30 and 60 days before check-in, they'll get back 50%. Otherwise, they won't get a refund. We will consider case by case situations for extreme family or other emergencies, just stay in touch with the manager if it looks like you might not be able to make the trip.

Ten minutes from Yosemite Valley and conveniently located on the paved road, this charming cabin in Foresta will meet all your needs. Cozily set up for two with a comfy queen size bed, enjoy cooking and dining in the cute kitchenette with new, quiet, refrigerator, 2-burner gas stove (no oven), microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, pots, pans & dishes, Bathroom with a shower, plenty of linens! Or use the propane BBQ while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Equipped with gas heater and new, quiet, 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 #869612, Oak Wood 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

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please check out by 10:00 a.m., this is important as our house cleaner is very busy and has a busy schedule.

Take out garbage and recycling often and on check out day, dumpsters are located 2 miles from the home on the paved Foresta Road. Save the bears!

Quiet hours are taken seriously. 10 p.m.-8 a.m. are quiet hours. please respect neighbors.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

This cabin is located in Yosemite National Park. The Ahwahnee is a notable landmark, and 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
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 18 min drive
Tunnel View - 18 min drive
El Portal Market - 20 min drive
El Capitan - 32 min drive

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 - 30 min drive
Cedar House Restaurant - 30 min drive
Little Bear Pizza - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is INSIDE YOSEMITE! Ten minutes from Yosemite Valley. SUMMER/FALL openings! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is INSIDE YOSEMITE! Ten minutes from Yosemite Valley. SUMMER/FALL openings! located?

Situated in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Stanislaus National Forest and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Yosemite Valley. Yosemite National Park and El Portal Market are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Oct 2023

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

Yosemite Hideaway

Love Yosemite but not the crowds? I get to the park 2-3 times a year, for 25 years now. Foresta is a gem, well off the beaten path for most visitors - but 15 minutes from the valley. Quiet! Wonderful hikes, literally outside your door. Foresta Falls are about 20 minutes away, and they'd be the centerpiece of a park anyplace other than Yosemite. Continuing on that trail takes you out to overlook the Merced River canyon. Another hike (on First and Second Streets) takes you on a loop around the top of the hill with views of El Cap, Half Dome and Big Meadow. Big Meadow itself is about a ten minutes walk. As a birder, I appreciated the nice mix of birds, and the fact that you could hear them without all the noise of the valley. A well-stocked kitchen meant that it was easy to make a meal worthy of the location. I'll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

justin c.

13 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful cabin off the beaten path

The cabin was in a beautiful location and perfect for two! It was nicely appointed and comfortable and allowed us to escape the crowds of the valley and really appreciate the stunning beauty of the area. So quiet!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

13 Oct 2023

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

We loved it!

Peaceful and convenient setting with everything we needed

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn C., Seattle, USA

9 Oct 2023

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

Quiet and in the park

My spouse and I spent three nights and it was just perfect. space is good, kitchen has everything we needed and the location was the added bonus. Since it's still within the park there was no enter / exiting everyday, which can be a big time saver. It was easy to find and after all the crowds all day, it was lovely having a quiet, private space to retreat to each evening. Thank you for sharing your space - we really enjoyed it!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023