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PaPa Bear Cabin

Vacation home near Yosemite South Entrance in Yosemite National Park

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TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Wawona, CA
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Cemetery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪101 min drive‬

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About the area

Yosemite National Park

In Yosemite National Park .Stay at this Yosemite National Park vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Yosemite Cemetery and 2 miles (3 km) of Pioneer Yosemite History Center. Wawona Golf Course and Wawona Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yosemite Cemetery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 40 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Hotel Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Summerdale BBQ Cookout @ Tenaya - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Embers Restaurant - ‬17 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.

PaPa Bear Cabin

Papa Bear Cabin offers one king bed in the master suite, 2 full sized beds in the upstairs bedroom, and 2 full sized beds in the bottom floor suite. (Sleeps 8). Open living room, rock fireplace (bring your own wood), fully equipped kitchen, expansive sundeck with table, chairs and barbecue. All the comforts of home, plus a gorgeous clear blue sky, clean air, mountains, trees, hiking trails, waterfalls, animals and birds. Papa Bear Cabin provides bed linens and towels. There are flat screen TV in the living room and each bedroom is connected to DISH satellite. The kitchen is completely furnished, including dishes & utensils, electric stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, BBQ, DVD, and DISH Satellite TV.
Enjoy golf, fishing, swimming, hiking, and horseback riding. Yosemite Valley is 27 miles away, Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is 6 miles away and Badger Pass Ski resort is 15 miles away. The Historic Wawona Hotel with seasonal restaurant and 9-Hole Golf Course is 8 minutes away from Papa Bear Cabin. The following landmarks are very close, including the Lower & Upper Chilnualna Falls, 6 Trailheads and the South Fork of the Merced River, Yosemite Valley's waterfalls, Half Dome and El Capitan. For those with boats, Bass Lake is within 30 miles. Close by are two well stocked markets: Pine Tree Market, one block from the home and the Wawona Store is across from the Golf Course.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

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

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite 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 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Papa Bear
1235176378
PaPa Bear Cabin Private vacation home
PaPa Bear Cabin Yosemite National Park
PaPa Bear Cabin Private vacation home Yosemite National Park

Frequently asked questions

How close is PaPa Bear Cabin to the airport?

This vacation home is 41 mi (80-min drive) away from the Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does PaPa Bear Cabin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does PaPa Bear Cabin offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at PaPa Bear Cabin?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at PaPa Bear Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at PaPa Bear Cabin?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does PaPa Bear Cabin have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does PaPa Bear Cabin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is PaPa Bear Cabin to downtown Yosemite National Park?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from North Wawona.

PaPa Bear Cabin Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and close, hiking was right there! The only thing I would have to complain about was the TV’s wouldn’t work or pick up a channel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

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

Wonderful cabin in Yosemite!

We loved our stay at PaPa Bear Cabin and would definitely recommend it. It was clean, spacious, well-stocked, and comfortable. We would absolutely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4 Days in Yosemite

PaPa Bear was perfect for our family. Location, near Mariposa and close enough to the valley, was ideal. We had a fantastic vacation, unplugged.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

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

Whoo!

Papa Bear Cabin baby!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceeded expectations, everyone in our family loved it. Thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris T.

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

Big trees

Although the interior was dated, the stay was quite and pleasant. Neighbors were friendly and the cabin was clean and had ample kitchen utensils, pots and pans. The stay, in my opinion, was better than a hotel or B&B. Grocery store was within walking distance and restaurants not far. We will probably rent cabin again May of 2025
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

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

Great quiet location

Overall great! Location specially, away enough from the Valley (where is full of people everywhere) but close enough too to be able to come back and forward if wanted. Perfect for families or group of friends. 3 large comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Would be great to have the laundry available but it is not, so take extra clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shaibal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good but a little bit old
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Below average accommodations.

Great spot close to the park. But the house itself looks like it hasn’t been touched since the 1970’s. In general that can be cool but the carpet throughout the house is dirty and gross, the heat doesn’t work upstairs, and other items don’t work. It was very dusty and in general needs a lot of TLC by the owner. Also no access to a washer and dryer and no shampoo. It seems like the owner knows they have a good location so doesn’t try to make the house adequate or on par with most VRBO rentals from this century. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jean S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Needs major update

Communication was good. Size was nice. The cleaners were thorough but almost everything was worn out, chipped, very old. No shampoo, no tissues provided. Deck was a mess, peeling paint, rickety stairs. The carpet inside was very stained. No AC even though it was 100 degrees. Old towels in the bathrooms. Owners are doing the bare minimum on upkeep.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Earl F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Freezing in Yosemite

This place would be beautiful in the summer but on no occasion should you stay there in cold weather. The heating in all but one room did not work, we contacted all the people available but to no avail. They even had PERMANENT signs above the heating systems saying out of order do not use, so I presume they never had any intention of fixing it any time soon. At least give more than one blanket (in most rooms, but not all) as it was so cold in there. The fireplace worked once we got it going but only after 20 minutes of a smoke filled room. Yosemite is a beautiful place so it was unfortunate that we had to endure such unsatisfactory accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K.

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

Super schöne gemütliche Hütte im Yosemite

Diese Hütte ist wirklich zu empfehlen. Wir waren zu sechst für 4 Tage in der Hütte. Sowohl Sauberkeit als auch Qualität waren spitze. Der Checkin rieb reibungslos ab. Man fühlt sich als sofort wohl in der Holzhütte, welche sowohl einen offenen Kamin, Fernseher, viele Zimmer inklusive jeweils eigenem Badezimmer und großer Küche beinhalten. Die große Terrasse mit Weber-Grill lädt sofort für ein BBQ ein. Rundum eine perfekte Unterkunft. Um zum Valley zu kommen, benötigt man ca. 45min.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brayan

Disliked: Amenities
Owners Need to put a more effort in updating a few things are going the property There and 8 track player on the living room ( 8track ) with a record player kitchen is completely rundown from the 70s TVs are 15 years old you can really bring this property back into the 22nd century with a few hundred bucks but clearly the owner just care about profit. Half the heaters don’t work. Half of the lights don’t work. We have stayed in many cabins prior to this we are also landlords and we are in the RV rental business as well, we know what to expect overall I give this property a 6 out of 10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie I.

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

Loved staying here.

Great location and very clean and spacious! We ran out of propane for grill and the property managers immediately refilled it when we asked. Only suggestion would be some mattress toppers to make bed more comfy and maybe make it more clear on website that no fires are allowed in fireplace until November.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rodney G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

The dishwasher doesn’t work . The deck is in poor condition The grill is a grease pit. It’s differen

The pictures I remember on your site didn’t represent the cabin. Very dated definitely needs ac. Basically it’s over priced. If I would have seen it in person I never would’ve rented
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod R.

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

May 25-27

The décor of this property is a little older but it was very clean and well maintained. There were 6 of us and we were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Volker L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adult adventure

Even with 2 nights of power outage with candles and a fireplace and making coffee in the morning on. the BBQ we (3 couples) had a great time, perfect cabin, location , weather and hiking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Great place!

Nicely maintained and had all the amenities necessary
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laurs J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Place was NOT CLEANED

We arrived and the unit had an overall musty smell. The freezer contained old food and had a meat smell with an ice tray that had been half used. The grill was dirty and under the bed in the upstairs room had the belongings of some previous guest. In light of COVID19 this was incredibly unsettling! We spent the first part of our trip thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting which we SHOULD not have to do. I am requesting that we are refunded the cleaning fee. Please provide this feedback to the management company because this has nothing to do with the owners. Very scary
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Outstanding Stay!

The home had everything we needed in a clean, well kept home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Volker S.

Schöne Cabin

Wir hatten viel Platz und eine tolle Zeit. Einzig die Heizung in den Bädern konnten wir nicht aktivieren.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

JERRY S.

Great location but needs a few upgrades

Needs a few upgrades
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia P.

Loved Papa Bear's cabin! Would stay again!

Great cabin! Very comfortable and fully accommodated! Highly recommend if you are traveling to Yosemite with a group! Only downsides would be there is no washer/dryer, it's an hour drive from Yosemite valley, and there are no lights outside at night (it was horrifying when we pulled in around 10 p.m. and there were no lights on or near the property, it felt like a scene from a horror movie).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Andy R.

Great trip to Wawona

The house was great, comfortable and largely as expected. Our only complaint is that we had expected firewood to be included, as per the VRBO posting, but when we got there we learned that this was not the case and the book of the house rules indicated that we needed to purchase our own wood. This was pretty difficult as the house is not near much, but the neighbor was nice enough to give us some wood for our first evening there. Hopefully, the posting for the house gets corrected soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

Yosemite Weekend Retreat

My family thoroughly enjoyed staying at Papa Bear Cabin this past weekend! A very beautiful and peaceful setting with two deer to greet us each day. We liked the open floor plan for the living, dining and kitchen area. Very clean. This was the perfect accommodations for our family of 6. The large deck area was a great place to relax in between our ventures out for the day, to Glacier Point and Yosemite Valley. The little market around the corner is very convenient. We would have liked to have known ahead of time, that we could not use the fireplace during our stay. We would not have brought so much firewood with us. We do understand the reason. The cabin information stated for us to bring our own firewood. Other than that small bit of information, we would love to stay again. Awesome time! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016