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Cozy Cottage Retreat, Close to Yosemite, Beautiful Views, Hot Tub & More!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mariposa, CA
  • Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Mariposa

In Mariposa .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Mariposa cottage, you'll find California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Windows on the World Books and Art. Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Mariposa County Courthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1850 Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Miners Roadhouse 140 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hideout Saloon - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Cottage Retreat, Close to Yosemite, Beautiful Views, Hot Tub & More!

This charming private cottage with beautiful views of the mountains is a great getaway for a couple or small family to relax and explore. You'll enjoy the private "country" setting and the proximity to the several Gold Rush towns of the Mariposa area. Just over an hour, through our "Wild and Scenic" Merced River Canyon, is Yosemite National Park. Our home is a great place to make memories, and a local professional photographer is available to capture them.


This cottage has a 1 bedroom with a full loft, which looks out through the large 2 story windows to the mountains. There is a fully stocked kitchen with all modern appliances. We offer basic spices, coffee and tea.

During the cold months, you can enjoy a nice glass of wine or hot cup of chocolate snuggled up to the wood burning stove. The wood for the stove is always fully stocked. It is close to the Badger Pass winter sports area and ice skating in the park and Tenaya Lodge. We offer his and hers snowshoes and snow sleds for a fun day in the snow.

The bedroom and loft are appointed with comfortable queen beds and a sofa that turns into a very comfortable double bed (There are reviews verifying the comfort of the bed.). The towels and linens are high quality soft cotton. The loft has a comfortable sitting area to read and relax. The library provides a wide variety of books, games and puzzles.

From the living area you can walk out onto the private deck with seating for 6+, a gas grill and a hot tub. The hot tub is right off the deck, which you can relax and soak up the incredible view of the sierras or star gaze in the evening.

All year we provide a herb garden and in the summer we grow yummy tomatoes for the guests to enjoy.

We also have a beautiful home on the same property, which is private and separate from the cottage. The home can be rented with the cottage for a big get together. To view the home please see 779053.

Property manager

Brian & Susan Hunter

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Ice skating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 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
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pack n Play, High Chair & Safety gate available.

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
Note from host: Events by approval only.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Events by approval only. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2015056

Cozy Cottage Retreat, Close to Yosemite, Beautiful Views, Hot Tub & More! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 313 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful retreat near Yosemite

Susan and Brian were very hospitable and responsive. This location is so quiet, peaceful, and quaint. A lovely evening retreat after long hiking days! We really enjoyed the grill and hot tub. Drive into Yosemite is 1hr 20 mins but is a lovely route and goes by fast. Hiked Hites Cove, which is only about 40 mins away on our first day. Easy access to Mariposa. Highly recommend the Cozy Cottage Retreat!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mariposa trip

Very nice place to stay. We saw deer, turkeys and falcons while staying there. Everything was very well organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

We definitely plan on coming back! The only thing that I wish I could change would having more privacy the windows towards the porch had no blinds. The hostess was very sweet and helped us when we couldn’t figure out the jacuzzi (due to an Er message) and drove down later in the night to help us with an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and cozy cottage

Our stay in Mariposa was wonderful. It was a great base location for our visits to Yosemite and exploring the town of Mariposa. We enjoyed the wood burning stove at the end of the winter days in the park. Kitchen amenities were extensive which allowed us to cook in. Communication with the hosts was clear and quick. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa K.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hye-Chung K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous little cabin

Loved our stay here, was very cosy and had everything we needed! Loved the deck area and hot tub - we spent many hours watching for wildlife and looking at stars. Great distance from Yosemite and Mariposa while feeling like you were still in the middle of nowhere. Hosts communicated well before the trip and deposit was paid back promptly. Would definitely stay again thank you for helping create a memorable part of our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness

So relaxing

Such an amazing place to unwind and relax. It is fitted with the works. The property had everything we needed to fit our needs. We will definitely be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

So peaceful!

Amazing country cottage with view of the countryside, fully stocked with all the amenities you’ll ever need, very responsive hostess and lovely peaceful surroundings. Even a cooler and ice packs to use for taking lunch on day trips! The hot tub was so enjoyable after a full day of hiking! So enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine valley getaway

OMGoodness this was a perfect location and everything we needed for several nights! Also a great breakfast/diner only a block away for getting breakfast or picking up lunch to go while not having to pay $$$ in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon H.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing visit

Ny wife and I really enjoyed our time at your home. The house met our needs. The kitchen was well equipped. The deck and and hot tub were wonderful. Many deer came by to say hi. Nice secluded home. One hour drive to Yosemite. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jose G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quaint place

Place is spacious and appropriate for a small family. Hot tub was a plus, along with kitchen. No smart TV, so if you're planning on streaming a movie or casting from you phone, not possible. In general, a bit outdated but pleasant and competitively priced. Toilette seat is small and was loose when we were there. I recommend that it be replaced by a larger toilet seat. Great water pressure and heating, though! The property is about 1 hr 20 min away from Yosemite park, so plan accordingly. The nearby town, Mariposa, has a nice main street, and there's a well stocked grocery store within 15 min of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Place!

We loved staying here! The property was just as described, the owners were very friendly, and the house was clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mum m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

Location was good. It was closer to Yosemite than some people said. Loved the diner downtown- great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

J G., Scotts valley, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
About an hour and a half to either entrance of Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Stay

Terrific property and great host. We enjoyed our brief stay immensely. We highly recommend this property/host. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views and great location

Great location for exploring Yosemite and the views around the property were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G., Meriden, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

This was a great place to stay after a long day in the park. Home was clean and charming, would definitely recommend. Owners were excellent with communications.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a wonderful stay

The place is exactly as advertised. Quiet. Peaceful. The house is clean and well-maintained. And the hosts were so helpful every step of the way. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024