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Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals

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Perched on a hillside in Midpines, Yosemite Country Cottage is a charming retreat with comfortable bedrooms and beautifully decorated living spaces. Enjoy cozy evenings by the gas fireplace or savor meals on the covered porch with views of Sierra Nevada foothills. With amenities like propane gas barbecue, fully equipped kitchen and smart TV for streaming movies or internet tv.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals

The managing owner of the Yosemite Country Cottage and Yosemite Lilac House has lived and worked in the Yosemite area for over 40 years. As a professional Driver/Guide in Yosemite, he will be happy to provide you with a special 'Place's to Go' Trip Planning Guide to get the most out of your visit upon booking a reservation. Rates are based on 2 people, there is an additional charge for each person per night. Please view all amenities provided. Please view all amenities provided. The owner will contact you by phone upon booking to answer any questions.

The Yosemite Country Cottage is a charming, custom built as a vacation home, designed with the traveler in mind. It is conveniently located in Midpines near Yosemite National Park in a private, quiet and secure location away from Highway 140. About 9 miles east of Mariposa and 18 miles to the Park boundary. Outside security cameras operational on the property 24/7.

Beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean, the Country Cottage has comfortable bedrooms (3) that sleep 4-6 all with country quilts, Berber carpeting and adjacent tiled bathrooms. The master bedroom has a Cal-King oak sleigh bed, clothes closet, ceiling fan, end tables with 3 way lamps. The Queen bedrooms (2) have ceiling fans/lights, clothes closets, and end table with a lamp.

The highlight of the Living room is a large rock wall with a gas fireplace for cozy evenings. The Living room furnishings including an entertainment center with a 55" smart TV for streaming movies or Internet TV. The fully furnished dining area next to the living room affords easy access to the kitchen. The large full amenity kitchen is fully equipped for the gourmet cook and includes all the conveniences for the vacationing cook. Please view all kitchen amenities provided. We will send information on the grocery store~ Pioneer Market~ in Mariposa, restaurants, etc....

Outside amenities include a propane gas barbecue. There is also a covered porch with a picnic table for outside meals and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada foothills. Night sky perfect for stargazing out in front of Cottage, depending on the Moon fullness!

The Yosemite Country Cottage is just the place for families and friends looking for comfort, convenience and charm. The open floor plan is ideal for socializing and relaxing. Sitting atop a hillside on 13 acres of private property, the Country Cottage offers privacy, quiet surroundings and fantastic views. Leave the crowds, traffic and noise behind. The Country Cottage is your ideal vacation home. Baby items (crib, baby bath, highchair, etc...) are available on request.

The Country Cottage is conveniently located near Yosemite National Park and offers a variety of activities for all seasons. There is easy access to two nearby park entrances, Arched Rock Entrance Station (about 23 mi.) along the Wild and Scenic Merced River Canyon. Or the South Entrance Station on Highway 41 on the way to the beautiful and majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias; definitely worth exploring!

The Historic Gold Town of Mariposa (9 miles away) with its quaint shops, restaurants, Wine Tasting from local Vineyards, great Beer Pubs, Mariposa County History Museum, California State Mineral Exhibit (located at the Fairgrounds), and Yosemite Climbing Museum are great to explore.
Additionally, great food (no reservation needed) 1 mile away from the Country Cottage at June Bug Cafe. Hot Tub/Spa and Massage service available at the Yosemite Bug with a reservation at yosemitebug dot com.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: We do not rent to smokers/vapers

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Close all windows to locked position. Turn off all ceiling fans. Put all used bathroom towels in laundry basket.
Used "Clean up" towels from under Kitchen sink to be hung over utility sink top edge in laundry room.
To keep everything clean, please no food or drinks in beds. Additionally, please no sleeping on couch's / sofa's.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Registered guests only at anytime. No Smoking or Vaping anywhere at anytime. Extra Cleaning Fee for stays 8 or more days.
All bed pillows, bed blankets, towels and couch/bench pillows or cushions must stay in the Cottage.
To keep everything clean, please no food or drinks in beds. Additionally, please no sleeping on couch's / sofa's.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children and Infants are counted in total .

Events

No events allowed
Only registered guest allowed at the Cottage.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not rent to smokers/vapers

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
Note from host: Only registered guest allowed at the Cottage.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Yosemite Country Cottage Clean~ Private~ Quiet
Yosemite Country Cottage is Clean~ Private~ Quiet
Yosemite Country Cottage ~ Clean~Private~Quiet~Non smokers

About the area

Located in Midpines, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mariposa Museum and History Center and California State Mining and Mineral Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merced River Recreation Area and Butterfly Creek Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Windows on the World Books and Art and El Portal Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Midpines travel guide
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Midpines, CA

What's nearby

  • Took this picture next to the campground in Yosemite valley. Beautiful swimming hole with gorgeous surroundings. Perfect for a nice day trip with the family or camping overnight with friends. #GreatOutdoors
    Merced River
    7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Briceburg Information Center
    7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Merced River Recreation Area
    7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center
    14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse
    14 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Sticks Coffee
    12 min drive
  • Pony Expresso
    11 min drive
  • Smokin Oak BBQ
    12 min drive
  • 1850 Brewery
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Yosemite Country Cottage~Private~Quiet~Star Gazing~Non-smokers/vapers~No animals located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sierra National Forest, Merced River, and Merced River Recreation Area. Windows on the World Books and Art and Mariposa Museum and History Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cesar

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and quiet cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, richly appointed, modern and spacious. Property is nestled in the foothills off the western entrance to Yosemite and provided panoramic night views of the Milky Way. Very secluded off the main road and quiet. Charles was very informative about Yosemite having been an employee of the park for 40 years. His insights helped make our stay in the park even more enjoyable. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was wonderful. It is close to the highway (but there is no noise) and the directions took use directly there with no confusion. Peace and quiet are the primary words for description. The couches and beds are comfortable. We had all we needed for meals in the kitchen. The primary bathroom was great, we both loved the large shower. The owner was very helpful with tips for visiting Yosemite NP. This was very helpful with timing on arrival to the park, and places to be and see. The house was spotless. We appreciated the labels on light switches and cabinets.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Wonderful home!

The cottage was clean and comfortable for my family and I. We enjoyed our stay and would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Excellent

Very clean cottage in the country, Charles was an excellent host and helped us plan our activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Ideal location and exceptional host

The cottage was a perfect place to recover from strenuous hikes. We cooked in for breakfast and dinner everyday. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor gas grill was ideal for us. We highly recommend this host and his property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott Y.

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

Yosemite

The place was in a great location to the park! Charles was awesome! His insider advice was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Quiet Refuge Near Yosemite

Extremely clean and well kept house in quiet location near Yosemite NP. Host was extra helpful with pointers to make our visit to Yosemite great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

First Rate Experience

We enjoyed our stay at Yosemite Country Cottage. The property was both immaculate and extremely well equipped. Communication with Charles was excellent from the time of booking. Very comfortable accommodations and a great place if you're visiting Yosemite National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul m.

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

5 Star service

This property was immaculately clean and well taken care of. The owner is one of the most knowledgeable people I’ve come across with regard to the Yosemite area and all that it provides. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

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

Perfect House

The house was perfect. It was immaculate and a great location to visit Yosemite. The owner was tremendously helpful with everything. He even gave me tips to help me plan our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

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

Beautiful cottage

True to listing. Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful grounds. A great place to recharge after visiting Yosemite. Exceptional host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Everything

This is a super clean, super nice, super convenient property. About 20 miles to Yosemite. Very quiet and all that you can ask for...and more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Great property, excellent host, awesome experiences!

The property was perfect for our stay in Yosemite. Charles was a great host...helped us plan our trip to ensure we experienced the best of Yosemite. He was very communicative before and during our stay. The property was extremely clean, well-equipped and very comfortable. We would definitely stay at this property again! Charles and the cottage are gems!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat

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

Yosemite

Wonderful place to stay for are visit to Yosemite National Park . The Cottage was are home away from home . Well stock with all the essentials . Place was Clean and checking in and out was easy . Charles was a huge plethora of information that make you at ease , in visiting the surrounding area and Yosemite .We love the location and view of the cottage in the mountains . This Florida couple can't wait to return ! Thanks Charles
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Peaceful, easy feeling

About 45 minute drive west of El Portal entrance of Yosemite.Charles was great-lots of good suggestions. Little three bedroom, two bath house was neat, clean, very well furnished. 7 miles to town of Mariposa.(stores, gas, restaurants, etc) Would do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Quiet cottage with easy access to Yosemite

Spending days in Yosemite is easy when using this rental cottage as a starting point. Rooms are large and master bedroom bed is very comfortable (did not use second bedroom). Having two bathrooms is always a big plus for us. Level parking makes loading and unloading easy too. Very clean, private, and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M., King George, VA

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

Great experience! Great location!

Close to Yosemite! If you need accessible accommodation this is it. This place is fully accessible and has an awesome master bath. The house is very nicely decorated. Kitchen is well equipped. Charles is a wealth of knowledge on the park and surrounding area and most other national parks as well. Can’t say enough good things about this place. When I come back this will be the first place I look to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Clarence S.

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

Nice Place

This is a nice place that is pretty convenient to Yosemite. Everything was good except we felt like there were so many rules, we did not make use of all that was at the home. I understand as we have rental property ourselves, but these were over the top. It is not like we were there all that much, so it really was alright.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

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

A nice house in the woods

A very nice and clean 3 bedroom that is 100% wheelchair accessible with a European style roll in shower/bathroom. We ate dinner all 3 nights at the house using the grill and the oven. We did a couple of laundry loads and had a good time. The TV is app driven so if you have netflix or another subscription service you are good to go - also the amount of time we actually spent at the home was pretty limited to the evenings as we were in the area to check out Yosemite. There is a binder on the coffee table with a lot of info about the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R., Scottsdale, Arizona

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

Exceptionally Clean, Convenient location

We reserved the Yosemite Country cottage for a quick two-night weekend visit to Yosemite. Charles contacted me shortly after the reservation was confirmed with more information about the cottage and the area. As a former Yosemite Park employee, he is a wealth of knowledge about the area. The cottage is about an hour from the Valley floor through a beautiful waterfall dotted pass. We didn't mind the drive. Charles sent over directions and check in information prior to our arrival and everything went smoothly. Quick note - access to the cottage is up a steep driveway. Our rental Altima struggled a bit with the ascent, but we prevailed. The cottage is exceptionally clean and exactly as pictured. The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen is adequately stocked with pots, pans, etc. There were pods for the dishwasher and washing machine, and coolers for day use. We brought provisions with us, as Charles recommended, and are glad we did. There's not much nearby except deer. Which we saw our first evening, to our delight. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be able to return to Yosemite sometime soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Barry W.

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

Yosemite N.P. visit

The property was about hour drive on a scenic road to Yosemite N.P. The property was very clean and Charles offered alot of good advice on Yosemite and where to get gas and groceries. The kitchen and master bath were amazing and well stocked with everything. The master bed was just ok and the couch was not comfortable for us but everything else was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Master Algebra 1

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house not far from Yosemite.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay at. Super clean. Hosts are awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Yosemite with Family

Wonderful property with everything that we needed for our stay. Communication was great and advice for places to see/things to do was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025