Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Groveland, CA
Rainbow Pool
Place, Rainbow Pool
7 min drive
Yosemite National Park
Place, Yosemite National Park
12 min drive
Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
Place, Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
15 min drive
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
89 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Living room bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary
The most relaxing and amazing location to stay during your next trip to Yosemite is The Secret Meadows Retreat.
This A frame home is situated on it’s own fourteen acres of meadows and forest. It features one bedroom plus a loft bedroom, large living room with sofas and wood burning fireplace.
Frequented by deer and other wildlife this is an exclusive experience being offered as a rental for the first time, on a trial basis.
Driving through three gates and 300 yards down it’s private driveway will bring you to the home and the first meadow.
This is an old homestead site with just a handful of nearby cabins, all of which are far enough away to provide you with complete privacy (except for the deer, birds, and other wildlife). Adjacent to and surrounded by thousands of aces of Stanislaus National Forest which can accessed by trails and old logging roads from the Retreat.
Located just 400 yards from Hwy 120, approximate five miles west of the Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite National Park, in the Hardin Flat area.
This is an incredible destination that may leave you content without even venturing into Yosemite Valley, even though the Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite is just another ten minutes down the 120.
Nearby horseback riding, river rafting and guided tours can be arranged.
The home is cozy, with one private bedroom with queen bed and TV, a loft with one double pillow-top queen and one full (plus an amazing view over the meadow), a dining room, fully stocked kitchen and a large, fourteen x twenty four foot, family room with a big wood burning fireplace, 42” flat screen TV on Dish Network, a desk with computer, and couches which can easily sleep two more.
Includes all appliances, a washer-dryer, hot water (strong pressure), central heating (plus a pellet stove in the dining room and the wood burning fireplace in the living room).
Keywords: Cabin, retreat, honeymoon, get-away, privacy, Yosemite, National Park,
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
There's no trash pick up so please leave as much as possible before returning to the house each day and remove as much as you can. Definitely do not leave any foodstuffs outside or in the basement.
Any foodstuffs can be left in the refrigerator to avoid odor that might attract animals.
Please be sure to turn off lights, except for the labeled one, and to return the keys to the lockbox. - THANK YOU1
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outdoor fires or smoking.
Quiet time is Sunset.
First gate to be kept locked.
Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details after the booking.
Important information
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Property # 175829vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Groveland
Located in Groveland, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course and Pine Mountain Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Big Oak Flat Information Center - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Yosemite Hetch Hetchy Entrance - 29 min drive - 31.4 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Tangled Hearts Cafe - 9 min drive
Lucky Buck Cafe - 9 min drive
Rush Creek Lodge Dining Room - 9 min drive
Lucky Buck - 9 min drive
Rush Creek Game Room & Lounge - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary?
As of 22 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary on 24 August 2026 start from NZ$1,136, 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.
How much is parking at 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 6 Miles to Yosemite Entrance 14 Acre Private & Gated Retreat Wildlife Sanctuary located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rainbow Pool, Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance. Big Oak Flat Information Center and Tuolumne River are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Your host
Why they chose this property
I have been searching (and continue searching) for extradinary properties in the best natural locations. Secret Meadows Retreat qualifies due to: 1) It's proximity to incredible Yosemite National Park 2) It's unsurpassable privacy, peace and quiet 3) The rarity of having fourteen privately owned acres of perfect meadows and forest 4) The variety of incredible activities which can be experienced in the immediately surrounding area
What makes this property unique
Watching deer graze in our meadows (seasonal) Stargazing from our fire circle On site or nearby horseback riding, whitewater rafting (seasonal), snowshoeing (seasonal), hiking, mountain biking, waterfall viewing, fishing, boating, cliff jumping (into Rainbow Pool - 1 mile), bird watching, horseshoes, volleyball or badminton plus much, much more.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests