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Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.

Holiday home in Yosemite National Park with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
  • Place, Wawona Visitor Center
  • Place, Yosemite South Entrance
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.

IMPORTANT: We do not accept third party bookings. The person whose name is on the reservation must be staying at the property.

We no longer accept dogs or other pets, no exceptions.

$375 per night for 2 - 6 guests, plus 13.5% county tax, $120 housekeeping fee and VRBO's fee.

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home sleeps up to six guests maximum. We cannot accomodate more than 6 guests. The kitchen is fully equipped with all cooking and dining needs, including a dishwasher. The living room has a flat screen satellite TV with local and national channels, a DVD player, and WiFi. The private deck has deck furniture, and a gas BBQ for grilling your favorite meals and eating outside!

Wawona is inside Yosemite National Park, near the south entrance to the park and Mariposa Grove. Enjoy huge swimming holes in the South Fork of the Merced River (walking distance from the house!), hiking to Chilnualna Falls, the historic Wawona Hotel the Wawona Golf Course, Wawona Stables, Swinging Bridge and much more!

Wawona is an hour drive to Yosemite Valley attractions and Glacier Point.

Minimum age of primary renter: 25.

If our cabin and Yosemite are accessible, we do not cancel, modify, or refund reservations based on smoke, which is a very common occurrence in Yosemite each summer. This policy is consistent with all vacation rentals in Yosemite West.

Please note that our house has stairs which may be difficult for elderly folks and small children. We have a vacation home in Yosemite West, the Hummingbird Pines House (VRBO 470093) is more suited to elderly guests as it has only 2 steps into the house and bedrooms on the ground floor.

Minimum stay of 2 nights.

There are two bedrooms, each with one queen size bed. A convertible sofa-bed in the living room sleeps 1 to 2 more guests. Note: we cannot accommodate more than 6 guests at a time.

This house is equipped with a full kitchen and a large dining table. There is a bbq and dining furniture on the deck, which is a wonderful place to enjoy dinner and watch the sunset.

The Hummingbird Pika House has air conditioning, as well as individual room fans.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anything on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please empty all dishes from the dishwasher and put them away.
Please put all trash in the bear-proof dumpsters that are located throughout Wawona. PLEASE DO NOT leave trash bags beside the dumpster – Bears and other animals will scatter your trash everywhere.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please close the barbecue when not in use. Do not leave food, trash or dirty dishes on the deck as this will attract bears.
Please make sure all windows and doors are closed when you leave the house as bears will enter the house through open windows.
Wawona is a High-Risk Fire Area. No Smoking, No Candles, No Incense or ANY other open flames, either inside of the house or on the deck.

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 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
Property Registration Number 2017053

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this holiday home is in the mountains. Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Wawona Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wawona Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Mariposa Grove - 25 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Yosemite Valley - 28 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Embers Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪White Chief Mountain Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Dining Room - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Yosemite Cemetery, Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dulce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy and spacious everything was perfect and the hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Me and my family love staying at Wawona and this cabin has been our favorite one !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve S.

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

Beautiful house, wonderful neighborhood, perfect host.

The house was well stocked with pillows, bedding, towels, kitchenware. The host was very kind and responded immediately to all messages. The drive to Yosemite Valley was delightful. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DEEANN B.

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

Yosemite Cabin

This place is even nicer than what the pictures show. Fresh wildflowers were placed around the house for an added beautiful touch. Everything we could possibly need for our comfort was available to us. Close proximity to many local attractions. We loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob I.

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

Yosemite May 2024

If you are cooking be sure to bring the basics: salt, pepper, oil. Nice place, would return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was dated but clean, spacious, and comfortable. It was located inside Yosemite which was a plus.Our only frustration was trying to find the code to let us in the house. The host said she sent it to us on 9/9/25, but I couldn’t locate it in any text, email, or VRBO message. By the time she texted us after we arrived I found it “buried” in the itinerary on the website. We have stayed at numerous VRBO properties over the years since we’ve retired and not experienced this issue before.A couple recommendations:There were no klennex in the house, I think this is an easy thing to correct.The electronic ignition doesn’t work on the propane grill. I cook out a lot so this was not an issue for me. However, for safety purposes I think there should be some simple instructions for lighting the grill. Specifically, open the grill cover, ignite the lighter, then slowly turn the gas on to each burner to light them.Other than that we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Great Location

The house was amazing. Clean, well stocked. Only downfall was all the stairs. My 84 year old mom had a problem navigating step in and out and to the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily C., San Francisco

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

Great weekend get away

The Hummingbird Pika house was clean and comfortable after long days of hiking. We had dinners outside the deck every night and the BBQ grill was fantastic. We enjoyed our stay and will be back. Michelle and Peter was excellent in answering all our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Robert B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Wawona property

Property is very dated, air conditioning would have been nice, after paying premium prices, I would not expect to share the house with mice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laundry was easy, house was lovely and national park amazing. Loved wawona and its proximity in the park.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! We loved the cabin and the stay in Wawona.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved loved loved the house! Wish we could've stayed longer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayant P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Our experience

Mediocre. Needs updation. Bathroom had just soap. No shampoo or lotion. The master has no window and the door cannot be left open at night. There is washer hook up but no washer. Linen had musty smell. Orchid flower was a good touch. Appliances worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The hosts were very helpful and provided great instructions. The house was large and very clean! It's a great location in the Yosemite park. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Falling in love with Yosemite!!!!

We very much liked the location of this property as far as staying in the park - but did not like that there were literally no restaurants, shops or very many things close by...our big advice would be to grocery shop before entering the park and stock up for the length of your stay...there is a grill, stove, large refrigerator, etc...it was nice to grill and chill after a long day in the Valley. Home is very dated but okay - could have used a few more amenities like a cooler for our day trips and perhaps a few lawn chairs to take with us when enjoying the local swimming hole...communication with owners was pleasant and receptive. We did love the Wawona locals who helped us with any questions we had. Very comfortable for two couples...each had own bedrooms and bathrooms - a must!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda J.

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

Yosemite family trip

Loved the location, the space, and ability to do laundry after 6 days on the road. Michelle and Peter were quick to respond to any concerns and checkout was easy and low-stress. Appreciated having enough room for us and our two young adult children to spread out. Enjoyed some time on the deck but spent most of the time exploring Yosemite. Oh! Also like the history center right there in Wawona. It was nice to do something close to home base after a full morning/early afternoon in the valley. Thanks for helping us make our trip memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana M.

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

Comfortable Rental In the Park

Before we arrived, we bought groceries in Oakhurst. The Pine Tree Market and the general store in Wawona are more expensive, and they don't have a big selection. After spending time in Yosemite Valley, which is hectic, we enjoyed our time in Wawona hiking the Wawona Meadow Loop Trail and the Swinging Bridge Trail. The mule ride and the Mariposa Grove were highlights too. The rental had anything we needed in the kitchen. The washer and dryer were convenient. We took less clothes. The beds were satisfactory. I would recommend this rental. It is so convenient to stay in the park.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dwight W.

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

Trip back in time

The house was a trip back to the 70’s in terms of decor but everything was clean. The house does not have a washer and dryer like the description states. The grill had two empty propane tanks. For 4 adults, we had 3 wash cloths. Beds and linens are really good. The location is close to the Mariposa grove. The trip into the Yosemite valley area takes you through the Tunnel view which is jaw dropping and not that far but is not a great drive at night or during poor weather. The owner is taking care of the property but we struck out on a few details. When we bumped into the issues, the owner was not responsive to help us figure it out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhijun J.

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

Even better than my own home

A lovely place. Everything is at the right place. Considerate and cozy. There is a small market nearby selling fruits, vegetables,..... Chilnualna Falls is only .3 miles away. We only went to lower falls this time. It's a very nice trail and seems not an easy one. Next time we will get to the upper falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

KimPhung B.

relaxing

very comfortable. Kitchen has enough cooking materials
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet spot!! Perfect for our visit. We weren’t sure what to do when we left with the keys but we locked everything up and put them back in the lock box. We had a great visit!! I may have left a pair of glasses there. They would be on one if the kitchen benches if they are there. Let me know if anyone finds them and maybe they could be sent to me! Thank you!! Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Wawona

This is a lovely place to stay for a quiet visit to Yosemite. A drive to the valley but worth it as we could escape the crowds and really get away from it all. Good facilities. Handy local shop and delightful dark skies. Highly recommend for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie W.

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

Great location.

We were so happy to be in the park and not have to worry about the entrance lines daily. Did the hike to the waterfall close to the house. The meadow hike was very relaxing. Even played a round of golf.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey D.

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

Inside Yosemite

Sweet spot! Inside the gate, fun neighborhood. I liked the grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Good place to stay

It’s a good place to stay when visiting Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michelle and Peter

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Peter and Michelle

We have visited and loved Yosemite for many years, and are thrilled to have a vacation rental business in the park. We love Yosemite for hiking, climbing, snow shoeing, wildlife viewing and spending time in nature. Please feel free to email us with questions!

Why they chose this property

Hummingbird Pika is ideal for groups of family and friends who want a nice house to come back to after a long day of adventure.

What makes this property unique

Wawona is inside the Park boundaries, so it's a perfect location to enjoy Yosemite. Explore South Yosemite, Mariposa Grove, Chilnualna Falls, the South Fork of the Merced River and Wawona!

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