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Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa

Apartment in Mariposa with kitchenette and patio

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Entrance and private patio to Robin’s Nest.
Driveway to Robin’s Nest just a few minutes off of Hwy 140 to Yosemite.
Front door to the main house where Owner’s live.
Front access (to the right side of the main house) to get to the rental gate.
Semi-private pool. View from corner of rental as you walk thru the side gate.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 292.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mariposa, CA
  • Place, Mariposa County Visitor Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mariposa Cemetery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mariposa Museum and History Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa

Robin's Nest is a guest house in a quiet residential neighborhood that overlooks the historic town of Mariposa. The guest house has a private entrance, is comfortably furnished and accommodates two people. It offers a full bath, kitchenette, leisure and dining area with an outdoor patio access to a beautifully landscaped yard. It is a perfect getaway or private retreat in the Sierra Foothills. Driving distance to Robin's Nest is 3 minutes from downtown Mariposa. Private parking is available.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mariposa

Mariposa is home to this apartment. Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Wassama Round House State Historic Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch and Butterfly Creek Winery. Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mariposa, CA

What's nearby

  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mariposa Cemetery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sticks Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪1850 Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Airport Inn Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Robin's Nest - Cozy & quiet guest house minutes from historic downtown Mariposa located?

Situated in Mariposa, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Mariposa County Visitor Center and Mariposa Cemetery. Mariposa Museum and History Center and Mariposa County Courthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Nest is the best! Excellent hosts! Excellent location to the park. Beautiful peaceful place to relax after a long day of exploring. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Nice place

Nice place in a good area. Not too far from Yosemite. Owners are super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trace and Robn were the perfect hosts. The place exceeded our expectations on every front. Excellent base from which to explore Yosemite and Mariposa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Mariposa stay

Robin's Nest was a great place to stay. We had about a one hour drive to Yosemite Valley. Robyn and Trace were fantastic hosts and gave us wonderful information about Yosemite and surrounding area. Our room was spacious, clean and perfect for us. We'd certainly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K.

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

Perfect for two!

Excellent value for a stay for two. We loved the home - just right, great location, and quiet. We would like to give a special shout-out to the owners - they are the best. They are prompt with replies and took time to talk to us about Yosemite and the area surrounding Mariposa. We have never felt so welcome in a VRBO home. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaina W.

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

Excellent

Everything was wonderful, my husband said he wished we could always stay in such a nice place when we were on vacation. Good location for Yosemite. Hosts very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D., Brighton, UK

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

Generous, welcoming and thoughtful

The property was outstanding. Comfortable, well furnished and we were not left needing anything. Plenty of resources available to plan your stay if needed and the hosts even asked prior to our visit to see if they could offer any advice. The hosts were so generous and thoughtful at every opportunity. I have never stayed with such lovely people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Best booking ever !

Wonderful location . Ease to Yosemite was quintessential. Best part of the stay were our hosts. Couldn’t ask for more welcoming, friendly hosts that go above and beyond to ensure your experience is the best it possibly can ! Trace was integral in info about Yosemite. Robn was so kind , they both just added so much to an already amazing vacation. Will book again without hesitation!! Great experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

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

Perfect Little Hideaway in Mariposa

Absolutely a 5 star experience. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood just outside of downtown Mariposa and perfectly poised for launching day trips to Yosemite. The gracious, friendly hosts are lifelong locals who are glad to make suggestions for dining, shopping and exploring the area including Yosemite. The unit is quiet and spotlessly clean and is supplied with linens, a comfortable bed, coffee maker, microwave and hot plate and full size fridge. Bright and airy with lovely views out to the pool and garden, it's really the perfect little spot to recharge at the end of a day of sighteeing or begin the day with a cup of coffee watching the sun rise. Would highly recommend and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

gal b.

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

The whole experience at Yosemite

I have been to Yosemite 6 days Most of the time hiking, and just a little bit hanging around. I came without any specific plan what I want to do or see, so the experience of Trace as a park ranger was a great helpful, he helped me a lot with building my day hikes. The nest was exactly what I looked for, Neat and well clean, privte, and gives exactly what I needed after a long day of hiking. And the amazing hospitality of Robn and Trace was unseperted part from whole the great time I had in Yosemite.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

Stay Here! Stay Here! Stay Here!

This was an absolutely perfect place to stay. It looks good online and it comes to life when you walk through the gate to the back yard where the entrance to your cottage is. The cottage is spotless and loveley, the couch and the bed are incredibly comfortable, and the sheets are dreamy soft. There is plenty of privacy and so many places to sit and drink coffee or eat outside. The gardens are beautiful and it so peaceful and quiet. You do get use the pool anytime if you'd like! The hosts are so kind and generous and getting to meet them and visit with them was a huge surprise bonus for our trip. They were also so helpful with regards to planning pur time on Yosemite. While we used the Robin's Nest as iur homebase for multiple day trips to Yosemite, we really enjoyed the town of Mariposa as well. Lots of great little local shops and some delicious food in unique restaurants. Stay Here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monsse M.

Property was clean &
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely cottage is our favorite place to stay in Mariposa. Close to downtown for shopping and restaurants. Very quiet and peaceful. A Mariposa gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trace and Robin were great hosts! It was an awesome place to stay convenient to town and great restaurants and very quiet. It was clean and comfortable. It had an awesome little kitchenette that we used to make coffee provided by Trace and Robin. Very convenient to either entrance of Yosemite. Very knowledgeable hosts about the area and the National Park. I would to stay there again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herman D.

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

Robn's Nest

The Nest was a beautiful home that was centrally located and the perfect point to support our expeditions to Kings Ca yon,Sequoia, Yosemite and San Francisco. Robn and Trace were perfect hosts and even tossed in some excellent cookies during our stay. This was an excellent vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

matias

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Nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Mariposa Gold

This lovely cottage is a gem! It has everything you need for a relaxing visit. Downtown is close by for shopping and dining. We enjoy staying here every time we visit Mariposa.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajen D.

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

Amazing hosts, great stay

Great little "in law" studio apartment adjoining the hosts' home (attached to structure but separate in every way). Wonderful, friendly hosts, Trace is a treasure trove of knowledge about Yosemite. And has deep connections to it (ask him about his personal story if you rent the place).Hwy 140 was unfortunately blocked off just prior to my visit, and the hosts contacted me offering me the flexibility to reschedule my trip (I did not, as I had planned from before and did not have the flexibility).I enjoyed my stay very much and will be back to explore Yosemite some more.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Mariposa Gem

My husband and I loved staying at this lovely cottage very much. Perfect for a relaxing get away or vacation. Very quiet and peaceful. We look forward to staying here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Private, quiet, relaxing and resort like accommodation. Hosts are friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Perfect place to rest after visiting Yosemite! Great town to explore!

Hosts provided great information about the Yosemite and town! Will definitely come back again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Great stay

Property is clean; hosts are very friendly; and the pool was a bonus. We highly recommend this property if you want to enjoy Mariposa and Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel D.

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

Love these folks

The coziest home away from home near Yosemite. Hosts Robn and Trace are really great people and their recommendations and knowledge about hikes in the area is a huge plus. There are so many sweet, thoughtful touches in the guest house that make it the perfect place to stay. This was our second time visiting and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Review

Host was great, property lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Wonderful private place with great hosts

We had a great stay at Robin’s Nest. The place was very clean and spacious for our two nights. Trace and Robn were hospitable and provided plentiful suggestions for visiting Yosemite. The hosts were available when we needed them, and they gave us space when necessary. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Robn and Trace DeSandres

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Trace, my husband was born in Yosemite Valley and raised just outside the Park in El Portal. He was a back-country ranger for eleven seasons and retired in 2020 after teaching for 34 years. Trace is proud to say he has hiked the majority of the trails in the Park and would love to share suggestions on places to hike and explore making your stay even more enjoyable. Robn grew up in Mariposa and is also a retired educator. A love of gardening and recently becoming a Master Gardener has kept Robn busy working in her yard and garden. She also loves to bake and looks forward to spending time doing lots and lots of reading. It brings us an enormous about of pleasure to share our love of the Sierra Foothills and Yosemite with our guests.

Why they chose this property

Our home sits on a hill overlooking the town of Mariposa. We have a wonderful breeze that comes in each night and you will find that our neighborhood is quiet, peaceful, full of wildlife and a truly relaxing place to live.

What makes this property unique

Our property is unique in that it sits on a hill just three minutes from downtown Mariposa and is two-tenths of a mile off of Highway 140 making it convenient to get an early start on your way to visit Yosemite National Park.

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