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Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.

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Cabin front porch
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Living room
Stairs to 3rd bedroom and loft
kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Midpines, CA
  • Place, Mariposa Cemetery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariposa County Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariposa County Courthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.

Yosemite VacationRental.Location: Highland House Vacation Rental is approximately a 30 minute drive from the main entrance to Yosemite National Park and 7 miles from the Gold Rush town of Mariposa. The cabin is located a short walk from a small country store and across the street from a bus stop taking travelers to and from Yosemite. The elevation is 2,500 ft in pines and on a seasonal creek with wild life and a variety of birds.

History: The cabin was the home of Newell Chamberlain, founder of the town of Midpines. He published articles and The Call of Gold- True Tales on the Gold Road to Yosemite, a book regarding gold mining in the area during the 1930’s.

Accommodations: The cabin is equipped with a kitchen, including oven, cook top, microwave, dual sink, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, teapot, coffee maker, toaster and much more. There is a washer and dryer in the laundry room. The living area has a dining area with a view of the forest and a living room with a beautiful view of bear creek and the surrounding forest. Wi-Fi and internet access is provided.

Sleeping Arrangements: The cabin has two bedrooms downstairs and a bedroom and loft upstairs. Downstairs, there are two full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a queen bed and spacious sitting area, Bedroom 2 has a full bed and private bath. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed and the loft has two twin size beds. Rooms have closets and chests for clothing and storage. (sleeps up to 8 people)

Linens and paper goods are provided along with Laundry detergent, soap, and shampoo. In the kitchen, you will find coffee, tea, dish detergent, paper towels, etc.

Local Restaurants and shopping: Several very good restaurants are located within seven miles. A country store is within walking distance. Pioneer Market, a full service grocery store, is located in Mariposa (7miles).

A rule or two: This cabin is a no smoking and no pet facility. This is for the continued comfort of our guests. Thank you for your understanding.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes, children of all ages accepted
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 cabin. Sierra National Forest and Merced River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. El Portal Market and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Midpines, CA

What's nearby

  • Mariposa Cemetery - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 10 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pony Expresso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Factory - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪1850 Brewery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate. on 10 October 2026 start from NZ$611, 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 Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate. located?

Situated in Mariposa, this cabin is steps from Sierra National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mariposa County Visitor Center and Mariposa Cemetery. Mariposa Museum and History Center and Merced River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivannia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin is the perfect place to relax and be cozy. Kitchen is very well equipped, beds are comfortable and everything is clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen is clean and well equipped for cooking. The open patio is perfect for star gazing. Also property is next to a creek.We only wish that the backyard was trimmed enough to hang out at the back. Otherwise, it was a perfect weekend getaway for my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great proximity to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Cozy!

A great place to relax after a long day hiking. A rustic feel that fits the Yosemite vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

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

Peaceful Property near Yosemite

Nice location about 45 minutes from Yosemite. Peaceful setting with trees, barbeque, nice back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy W.

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

Rustic and Peaceful

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Enjoyed watching the wildlife from the back porch as much if not more than the Park!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis M.

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

The best host in the world

Great location, clean, and beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

akmal w.

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

Yosemite vacation

Host very responsive and friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

준 황.

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

good

thank you This place was great for a trip The accommodation was nice and cozy.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Home away from home

We loved our stay here! This home was a scenic drive away from Yosemite and was a perfect place to relax after a day at the park. There were only four of us and the house had so much room that we wished we had brought more family with us! Perfect place to stay near Yosemite ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Great place for the family

Ideal location when visiting the Midpines/Mariposa area. The creek side location was beautiful. There was outside seating and dining areas, which were perfect in the mornings and at night. The internet worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anuttam J.

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

Cozy and comfortable

We were 8 friends, staying here to do the half dome hike.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Cozy cabin, just 30 minutes from Yosemite

The cabin exceeds the photos online. Cozy, comfortable, and we’ll stocked kitchen. Linens were soft and plentiful, great place for a family with plenty of beds for everyone! We would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Festive stay at Christmas!

We appreciate the effort the owner went to decorate the house for Christmas. It was cheery and festive, with a lit Christmas tree, holiday treats, and lots of cute decorations. The park, of course, was amazing. It was nice to come back to such a cozy cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great stay for our family of 6! We got the YARTS bus passes to get us into Yosemite, and the YARTS bus stop was RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET from this rental! GREAT! There is also a great little old-town of Midpines, just 8 minutes away to walk around and enjoy to local culture!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirleen P.

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

Perfect for 3 sisters.

Perfect location for Yosemite daily access. You pass a grocery/gas station on the way. Cabin is large. We each had a quiet room. perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Wonderful Cabin!

My elderly uncles stayed here for 10 days and had a great time! They "forgot" to check out on the designated date and the hosts were wonderful about accommodating them and making sure they got to their next destination. They loved the roomy, clean and cozy cabin which was well located for their Yosemite adventures. This cabin made all the difference in how they enjoyed the park. It was world's apart from staying in a hotel room.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The setting of the home is very homey and serene. Generosity and cleanliness of the owner is greatly appreciated. My family will consider coming back again. We are very grateful and everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good morning Mike! This is Veronica, I just wanted to thank you for you hospitality. My family and I really enjoyed our stay at your cabin. My kids were mesmerized with the views around it, we felt as we never left home. Your cabin is beautiful,and cozy. We had a greater experience.. HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here during our visit to Yosemite. It is about 35 minutes from the west entrance of the park. The kitchen was well stocked. The Pioneer market is 10 minutes away so we cooked in dinner for 2 nights. The prices at Pioneer Market were very reasonable for a vacation town. It was great to have a washer and dryer and laundry detergent was provided. The common spaces were very spacious and the cabin itself was charming. The bathrooms have a bit of an odd setup, but has everything you need. The host was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again if we visit Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Spacious house nearby Yosemite

The house is spacious and well equipped. We had everything we need. The house is directly located at the 140 leading into Yosemite, so perfect for visits into the NP, the traffic is a bit noisy in the night and morning. It was too hot to sit on the terrace, but there are two and also chairs besides the creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry and Karen R.

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

A great visit with visiting family

My two brothers and a sister-in-law came to visit us from the east coast. We thought it would be great to take them to see Yosemite. We searched out this house back in December and thought it sounded like it would work. Turned out, it was perfect. It had lots of room, was very comfortable, and was fully equipped with everything we needed. We had a wonderful stay. Thanks for making it available to us vacation renters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Family trip to Yosemite

We had a good visit- the house was well stocked with towels, blankets, kitchen tools, etc. We never figured out the drip coffee maker, but the keurig filled in and was well stocked. Washer and dryer were also handy. It was great to have a large dining room table we could all eat at comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

soheil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great charming Cabin. Very clean. Nice hosts. Comfortable beds. Do not rely on GPS. The only issue is GPS took us off-road to boonies… the marker is Wrong on Google, Apple, Waze and Tesla nav. Just look for the sign and you won’t miss it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Valentin C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dated , mice droppings in kitchen drawer near stove , we didn’t use the double ovens but did look in need of cleaning , blankets in large room upstairs were dirty , mattresses need to be replaced specially the one in the downstairs bedroom , the bathroom in the hallway could use some cleaning in the tub area it has some mold and tub needs New caulking , carpets could use some cleaning .I was happy to see the kitchen had plenty of electrical appliances for our use , dining room had plenty of space for all 8 of us , and also has the eating area by the bar to seat 4 people,Leaving room had plenty of seating .This are my observations and hope they help You in some small way .Thank you !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michael Comerford

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Here is the owner, Mike Comerford exploring the wilderness trails in Yosemite. He will be able to give you tips and ideas of things to see and do in Yosemite.

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