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

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Dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA
  • Yosemite Valley
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Tunnel View
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪77 min drive‬

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About the area

Yosemite National Park

In Yosemite National Park .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Yosemite Valley and 9 miles (15 km) of Yosemite National Park with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are El Portal Market and Merced River.
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What's nearby

  • Yosemite Valley - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Tunnel View - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • El Portal Market - 26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 42 min drive - 37.1 km

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 78 reviews
INSIDE YOSEMITE! 10 Minutes From Yosemite Valley. Summer and fall openings!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 384 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Wash dishes, you can leave them drying in the rack or put them away. Thanks.
Take garbage and recycling out to the dumpsters upon check out, or any time during your stay. They are located 2 miles from the home on the Foresta Rd., You will see them. Bags provided.
No pets.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Inside Yosemite! Ten Minutes From Yosemite Valley Cabin

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location!

My sister and I stayed here for 4 nights while visiting Yosemite. The cabin was small but had everything we needed. Location was really amazing - we were in heart of Yosemite Valley in 30 minutes. Bonus - Foresta Falls hike right outside our door!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yosemite hiking

location was nice--10 minutes to tunnel view, another 10 to valley village, perfect for most of the things we wanted to see. Kitchen was very adequate for our needs--no oven but nice grill outside and a Jenn Aire type cooktop inside, full size fridge. Dish TV. Room set up like a large hotel with kitchenette. Good sized bathroom area, outstanding water pressure and temp. Small porch on back of house with tree canopy. Very good property for 2 people spending most of our days hiking. Owners communication was very good. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location amazing. Cleanliness lacking.

Location was 100% perfect. The house was as expected as far as 1 room/ w/bath. Linens clean and ease of check in. However, it was stated there was a deadbolt-there is not. Owner made it a point to ask us to leave as clean as we found it-which we did...HOWEVER, it needs a deep cleaning badly! The floor is filthy, after i showered/dried i literally walked from bathroom to chair and my feet were filthy! Baseboards were thick with dirt, around fridge was filthy as well. We washed the few dishes we used before we used them, they were greasy feeling. While the bed clothes were clean, they were stained. We are not snobs at all, we expect some use. We do not however expect to feel we were told untruths about the home. It is not clean to Vrbo standards. Again, Location was perfect. We left this home as we found it and gollowed check out instructions. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Yosemite

This is an awesome place to stay for location to everything great about Yosemite! There is a fun hike to Foresta Falls right outside your door. The cabin was very well equiped for those that wish to eat in and cook. The only reason Icannot give the location a 5 star rating is the queen bed being very very saggy. For some this may not be a big deal but for this price range the bed should be better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this Cabin 20 min. From Yosemite Valley!

This cabin felt about as close as you could stay in Yosemite Valley (unless you’re paying to stay in the lodges or camping). The proximity made it simpler to get to all of the nearby hikes and eateries in the valley. The cabin itself was perfect for our needs and we didn’t have any issues. It’s great for 1-2 adults! The manager, Annie, was amazing! She communicated with us every step of the way. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W., Norman, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness

Yosemite getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was secluded yet close to Yosemite. The cabin had everything we needed to cook our meals during our stay. We heard an owl one evening. We loved staying in nature. We recommend the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location

The cabin was perfect for our stay. Plenty of towels, TP, soap. All that you need after a long day of exploring the Valley. Communication was excellent. We would 100%stay again. The cabin is all that you need for a trip to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Yosemite Cabin stay

We wanted to be close to all the great sights in Yosemite but didn’t want to stay in the park Hotels. This cabin worked great for two of us. We were able to make our own meals and not have to rely on the restaurants that really don’t have great reviews. Cabin was clean and had a nice small kitchen. Bed was comfortable. Perfect for what we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exploring new horizons!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina P., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

The cabin is truly in the perfect location to access all that Yosemite National Park has to offer. The hosts offered clear directions and good communication. The amenities are OK - no shampoo etc. Would recommend for a weekend or a few nights if your plan is to be out and about in the park! 8/10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalee O., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Cabin in the Park

Highly recommend this cabin if wanting to stay in the park, but also enjoy some peace from the crowds. It is close to the valley but has the feeling of peace of privacy in the mountains (with A/C!). There are a few close neighbors, but we never heard them. We brought in groceries and enjoyed breakfast/dinner out on the porch each day. Only recommendation is to print off the directions the host provides or your own because it’s a bit hard to find the first time, especially with no service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maritza G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cabin

The place was perfect for what we needed. We did a lot hiking and exploring so this gave us a great place to come back and relax to. It was quiet and away from the crowds. The shower has amazing pressure but make sure you close the bottom all the way to keep water from leaking out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Yosemite. The house was a short 20 minutes from the Valley which was great! The house is quiet and equipped with everything we needed. The only downfall was the high temperatures that Yosemite was experiencing. The window unit AC had a hard time keeping up. Thankfully the nights cooled off and we slept with the windows open. We would stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

valerie h., Flintstone,Ga

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect stay

We booked this place for our first stop on our honeymoon. We are from Chattanooga. Tn. We loved the location. It is in nature and away from traffic and crowds. We took amazing pictures on the road that takes you to the place. Everything was in driving distance. It really set our honeymoon off to a great start.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin

Not too far from Yosemite and Curry Villages for groceries and food outlets (maybe 20 mins four to door) and easy journey. Very quiet location. Great space inside. Good, well kitted out kitchen with big fridge, freezer and microwave. Good shower and plenty of hot water. Plenty of towels too. Bed was good size but very soft mattress which may suit some people. Everything you need for a few days inside Yosemite park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy G., Syracuse, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location Inside The Park

This property was as advertised. There was easy access to all areas of the park. No waiting in line each day to enter the park. It was hot when we visited so it was nice to have an air conditioned cabin to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place for Visiting Yosemite

This property was the perfect place for visiting Yosemite. It was quiet and secluded, yet still quiet close to Yosemite Valley and Tioga Rd. There is a little maintenance needed, such as a tricky shower door and a mattress that could be replaced, but it was still a great value, especially with the bonus of air conditioning, something hard to find around the Yosemite area. Overall, I think I'd stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shady Grove Cabin

My daughter and I stayed there and loved it! We can't wait to return, perhaps this Autumn. It was a joy to experience the beauty of Yosemite and to leave the crowds behind at the end of the day and return to this charming cabin. The peace and quiet there were wonderful. It was comfortable and well stocked with cooking pots and pans, dishes, etc. Our overall experience was a 10!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandre P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for exploring the park!

Located inside the park, this quiet cozy cabin was the perfect spot for my husband and I. The place was very clean, bed was comfy, and location was only 15 mins from the valley, while still being away from the crowds. Loved having a little kitchenette as well so we could cook our own meals. Highly recommend to anyone exploring Yosemite!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

Peaceful and convenient setting with everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn C., Seattle, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

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