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Explorers Retreat

Holiday home with kitchen, near Yosemite National Park

Located close to Yosemite National Park, Explorers Retreat has plenty to offer.

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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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.

Explorers Retreat

Explorers Retreat 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, Sleeps up to 8

Explorers Retreat is one half of a duplex and is located inside Yosemite National Park in a small private development called Yosemite West. The home is centrally located to many of the Park's major attractions: Yosemite Valley is 20 minutes away - Glacier Point is 25-30 minutes - The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees is 35 minutes and Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Resort is located 8 miles away. Great amenities include easy, flat parking for up to 3 cars (a rare find which makes travel so much easier in every season), Air Conditioning, plus free satellite internet (not fast enough for reliable video streaming and video calling).

On the 1st floor, you’ll enter to a large open area with two benches with storage — the perfect place to sit after a day out exploring to rest and remove your shoes and boots. You’ll also find a secondary living area complete with gas fireplace, sectional sofa, and satellite TV. A guest bedroom with a queen bed and a hallway bathroom with tub/shower combination are nearby. The 2nd guest bedroom on the 1st floor has a twin over full bunk bed with a twin trundle bed. Laundry facilities are also on the 1st floor.

On the second story, you’ll find the kitchen, dining/living room area with wood floors and knotty pine ceilings. The kitchen has granite counter tops, knotty alder cabinets, gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave oven. Enjoy the view from the large 2nd floor balcony complete with a propane grill and dining table that seats six. The main living room (2nd floor) has a leather sectional, gas fireplace and flat screen HDTV/Blueray and satellite television. The dining area table seats eight plus there are 3 bar stools at the island counter. Also on the 2nd floor is a third bedroom with a queen bed. There is a full bathroom in the hallway upstairs.
Explorers Retreat is one of the best locations in the park with all of the features you need to make your Yosemite vacation a wonderful experience!

To rent both sides of the duplex, look for the listing for Climbers Retreat (please note: these duplexes do not connect inside)

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Phone

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Explorers Retreat Private vacation home

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Explorers Retreat Yosemite National Park

Explorers Retreat Private vacation home Yosemite National Park

About the area

Yosemite West, a neighbourhood in Yosemite National Park, is home to this holiday home. 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.

Visit our Yosemite National Park travel guide

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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

Yosemite National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
Yosemite Valley - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
Badger Pass Ski Area - 17 min drive - 12.7 km
Tunnel View - 18 min drive - 16.2 km
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 32 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬43 min drive
‪Parkside Pizza - ‬43 min drive
‪The Pink Palace - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explorers Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Explorers Retreat?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Explorers Retreat on 14 Oct 2025 start from NZ$1,202.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Explorers Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explorers Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explorers Retreat located?

Located in Yosemite West, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Valley and Badger Pass Ski Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).