Hello and thank you for taking a look at our listing! Our River House is literally a stones throw from the mighty Merced River. The view and the sound of the river running by is spectacular. If you like sleeping to the sound of river rapids, then this is the place for you! Fishing right out the front door. Swimming, hiking, bike riding, fishing, photography and more right there at your fingertips. The house is 5.87 miles from the Yosemite Park Line.
Property manager
MARC JONES
Languages
English, Russian
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
NEW Hunter House Retreat - 10.6 mi from Yosemite<br>
NEW Hunter House Retreat - 10.6 mi from Yosemite<br>
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
El Portal
Located in El Portal, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. El Portal Market and Yosemite Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
El Portal, CA
What's nearby
El Portal Market - 11 min drive
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 17 min drive
Yosemite Valley - 20 min drive
Tunnel View - 31 min drive
El Capitan - 44 min drive
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
The River Restaurant & Lounge - 13 min drive
Parkside Pizza - 13 min drive
Canyon Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
Cedar House Restaurant - 11 min drive
Little Bear Pizza - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The River House. Literally on the river..... pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.
What time is check-in at The River House. Literally on the river.....?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The River House. Literally on the river.....?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The River House. Literally on the river..... located?
Situated in El Portal, this golf holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Stanislaus National Forest. Yosemite National Park and El Portal Market are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Spacious home, scenic location, very convenient access to Yosemite National Park
Well furnished, comfortable accommodations for a wonderful day at the Park. Multiple seating areas both indoors and out with relaxing views of the River. Would definitely stay there again.
The house was very comfortable for our family. The kitchen was well appointed with everything needed to make all our meals. We liked that it was just a short drive to Yosemite. Communication with Mark was very easy. Would definitely recommend.
This was our first time visiting Yosemite and surrounding areas, and it was everything we’d hoped for. I had researched and planned for 3 years, (COVID delayed our plans), and chose the Incline house mainly for its location. After all the exploration we did, in and around the park we realized El Portal was the closest and most efficient entrance to the park. We had zero wait time the entire week with very little traffic.
The house was perfect for the 3 of us. The photos don’t do it justice. It was comfortable and provided everything we needed (except for the microwave which didn’t work, though we survived without popcorn ;). We did, however, cook quite a bit. If you’re coming from Fresno I recommend stopping in Oakhurst or Mariposa for groceries. And get enough for your stay because it’s a long drive back there for more. There’s a small market in El Portal if you need something basic in a pinch. There’s gas there as well.
It was a very remote and quiet area with just the soothing sound of the flowing river. Every day we returned from a long day of hiking and sat on rocks with our feet in the ice cold river. Lastly, know that internet was sketchy…everywhere…even in the park.
To sum up, I highly recommend this place. Thank you Marc!
This was a great find. The house is approximately 20-30 minutes from the Yosemite Valley floor and incredibly beautiful drive along the Merced River into the park. We didn't spend much time at the house, but it was great waking up to and sleeping to the roaring sound of the river. House has everything you need and great find compared to scrambling for the very few tent openings in the park. Market in El Portal has most of the essentials but pack your own meat and veggies. Tons of Newts for the kids to find in the backyard. Beds are comfortable. Internet is spotty, but who the hell goes to Yosemite for Wifi. Overall, I would definitely recommend.