Wawona Retreat is a 4 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Bi-Level home that sleeps up to 10 guests. The open loft has 3 twin beds (great for kids!) and makes up the 4th bedroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with all cooking & dining needs, including a crockpot, blender, and dishwasher. Living room amenities include a satellite TV, a CD player, a game room, and a fireplace (wood provided in season). Pick your season to enjoy hiking, birding, skiing, horseback riding, swimming, stargazing, and even golfing on a 9-hole course with two par-5 holes. Less ambitious? Select a chair on the spacious deck and watch blue jays and squirrels in the trees with the occasional deer strolling by. Visit the "Wawona Retreat" to relax and rejuvenate, or use it as a home base when exploring the world-famous Yosemite Valley and the Yosemite Ski and Snowboard area at Badger Pass. There is an extensive library of vacation reads and a one-of-a-kind river rock fireplace in the living room.
This cabin has Central Air and Heat. No Pets Allowed. EV Charging Station available within five miles of the cabin
About the Area
Nestled just 4 miles inside the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is the charming and historic town of Wawona. Located at the base of Chilnualna Falls (the second highest vertical drop waterfall in Yosemite), and home to the principal trailheads into the southern Yosemite wilderness, Wawona is also the closest town to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Wawona has the feel of a small town but is bustling with activity! Over 160 residents, including Yosemite Park employees, live in Wawona and can be seen gathering at the town's community center, playing a pickup game of basketball at the elementary school, jogging on one of the many picturesque trails, or simply walking their dogs and baby strollers through the winding residential streets. The historic Wawona Swinging Bridge boasts the best natural water slide in the Park! The history village is filled with docents, stagecoach rides, horseback rides, and barn dances in the summer season and the Wawona Meadow Loop offers year round riparian meadow wildlife viewing. Wawona was known to the local Native American Miwok in their language as Pallachun (a good place to stay). It is located entirely within Yosemite National Park (it preceded the founding of the park as a national recreation area), and is located on the South fork of the wild and scenic Merced River, on the main highway (State Route 41) from Fresno to Yosemite Valley. Galen Clark, who helped gain preservation legislation for Mariposa Grove and what later became part of Yosemite National Park, occupied the Wawona area in 1855 and established a tourist rest and modest ranch which he later sold and made into a hotel and resort property (the Wawona Hotel). The Wawona post office was established in 1878 and was originally called Clark's Station. The Redwoods In Yosemite has over 120 vacation rental homes and is proud to say that all of them are located in Wawona. All are within walking distance to everything that Wawona has to offer and every one of them is surrounded by the majesty of Yosemite National Park!
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About the area
Yosemite National Park
Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Wawona Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Wawona Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Jackalope's Bar and Grill - 15 min drive
Timberloft Pizzeria - 15 min drive
Summerdale BBQ Cookout @ Tenaya - 17 min drive
Wawona Hotel Dining Room - 4 min drive
Embers Restaurant - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite on 1 September 2026 start from NZ$1,020, 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 (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is (1A) Wawona Retreat at The Redwoods In Yosemite located?
Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Yosemite Cemetery and Pioneer Yosemite History Center. Wawona Golf Course and Wawona Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice cabin. Adequately equipped. Short walk to Chilnualna Falls.
Jalaj S.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for taking of your time to review us! Reviews are a vital part of our business and we share with our staff. Thank you for choosing The Redwoods In Yosemite Vacation Home Rentals. We hope your travels are safe and to see you soon!
Archival
8/10 Good
Robert S.
11 August 2016
Jen and Jer
Very nice cabin, nice upgrades. Upstairs got very hot. Enjoyed the stay.
Robert S.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. glad you enjoyed your stap, and hope to see you again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin is perfectly set up for a warm, cozy family gathering with plenty of space for our party of five. The kitchen is nicely laid and highly functional. My husband and I enjoyed having the whole top floor to ourselves with our two adult daughters (one with her fiance) taking the two bedrooms below. The secod floor loft over the living room and the fireplace both added some charm. Our proximity to Yosemite key attractions, Mariposa Grove and nearby trails was perfect for our three night stay. Having the Pine Tree Market a block away from us was a big plus. We had a wonderful time!
Kathryn
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Vicki B.
24 October 2015
"Our" Cabin
I've been taking my family to this cabin for several years. It's comfortably decorated, well laid out, with an open living area that opens onto the deck. The children love the large flat area off the back deck for outdoor games. My girls and I love the well equipped kitchen where there is room for all of us to work together preparing meals. It has been very well maintained. It is quiet, convenient to the little market and office, a nice walk down to the river and of course, a beautiful drive down to the Valley. We look forward to our annual trip to "our cabin" for the whole year!
Vicki B.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you so much for your review! We are truly happy that you enjoy "Your" cabin every year, and can't wait to see you again the next time!
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our three-night stay at the Wawona Retreat. Being inside the park made our visit so much easier, since we didn't have to worry about entering each day. Wawona is a great location and is very close to the Mariposa Grove.
Although the home wasn't huge, there was enough room for our 8-person group. It was also super convenient to be so close to the neighborhood market (right around the corner).
The kitchen had everything we needed to make several meals, which we definitely took advantage of.
There could have been a few more towels, both in the kitchen and bathrooms. You also need to make sure you provide your own shampoo, soap, etc., but this is nitpicking.
We would definitely considering staying here again.
Tony L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Tony,
We thank you for the five star review, and are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and our cabin! We hope that you will come and stay with us again soon in the near future!
-The Redwoods In Yosemite Team
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alison R.
3 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Just ok
This pros: A/C, the kitchen was functional and it made good use of it space with the beds. It was nice being close to the market.
Cons: Needs major updating, the downstairs bathroom was very musty with visible mildew, the A/C had to be set very low to get the upstairs at a comfortable temp therefore making the downstairs bedrooms frigid. The backyard needs shade or an umbrella.
Overall, we had a wonderful time in Wawona and made special memories. However, I just don’t feel like this cabin was worth what we paid.
Alison R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Alison,
We are sorry this home didn’t meet your expectations. Every home is privately owned and reflect the owners’ individual taste and requirements. Décor, furnishings, and appliances vary in each home. We are always happy to recommend a home that would best fit your needs. We hope to see you again soon!
-The Redwoods in Yosemite Team
Archival
8/10 Good
Amanda R.
22 June 2016
Yosemite Trip
House was clean and tidy. Bedroom layout was really good for us (2 adults, 6 kids). Two queen rooms on first floor, 1 king and twin upstairs and then three twins up stairs as well. Property location to market was great, right around the corner. Perfect walk for kids. The market is very helpful and owner is super. Also, nice walk to elementary school playground and to river where kids played in the water. Not much of a view here and you are sitting pretty close to neighbors but enough of a yard for the boys to play outside for most of the time we were at the house. Be sure to bring any and all soaps, shampoos, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. There are none available. There is coin laundry at the Redwood check in area but first thing in the morning there is a line. Redwood staff is very helpful and nice. TV and video availability in cabin was good, also video rentals available at market. Wifi available but if you have AT&T you are completely out of service in the park anyways. There is a landline that was helpful. Wish there was a little better outdoor seating and a heating lamp or something like that. Also, bug spray would be nice. Staying inside the Park is awesome. Would definitely return.
Amanda R.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for taking the time to do this review. Glad you enjoyed the cabin and your stay. Hope to see you back again soon.
The home was very comfortable and cozy. It was just my wife and 2 teenage daughters, but could easily accommodate another family of 4. We stayed for 3 nights, but we realized we should have stayed at least an entire week, just on the basis of the location and the home comfort the rental provided. I will definitely recommend the house and will be looking for another stay in the future.
Javier R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Archival
8/10 Good
22 July 2016
Vacation tens
The cabin was nice with almost anything we needed. There were 3 not 4 bedrooms (we expected 4). I was very pleased with the cabin. BBQ & kitchen were great. I was charged for insurance and told days later it was cancelled and refunded. I've never seen the refund and have called HB a few times and told the will investigate and call me back. I do not expect it to ever happen.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the home and your stay.
The loft upstairs with the 3 twin beds, which is perfect for kids, is the 4th bedroom. As far as your Trip Insurance, you need to talk to Rental Guardian since they are the insurer. I will resend you your receipt for your stay. It does not show a fee for trip Insurance, which it would if you had been charged for Trip Insurance by Rental Guardian.
7/25/16 I am glad we were able to talk today, and to clear up this misunderstanding.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jan M.
19 November 2015
Cabin review
We were pleased with the beautiful cabin and how comfortably it accommodated 8 adults. The kitchen is beautiful and well equipped and the bedrooms and bathrooms were spread out enough to offer privacy if desired. We had a great time.
Jan M.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay in our cabin. We hope to see you again soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
13 November 2015
soon nice
I will definitely be back. This cabin has everything. It is great for a group. There is plenty of room and the kitchen very well stocked. Because there are beds for many, there are kitchen supplies for big groups.
No need to worry about renting this cabin.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay.
We hope to see you back again soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
21 October 2015
Our favorite Yosemite place
We've stayed at Yosemite many times, and The Redwoods is by far our favorite spot. We've stayed here both in summer and winter and love all the amenities and location of this beautiful cabin. The location makes visiting the park very convenient and the nearby hiking and river walk are our favorites. We've come with our extended family on many occasions and everyone was so comfortable and enjoyed the house. Everything you need is here!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review! Hope to see you again very soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
14 October 2015
Spacious home, peaceful vacation
The house is in a lovely spot in The Redwoods. It is large, with lots of room to spread out (I was there on a sewing retreat). The furniture is cozy, with lots of sitting and sleeping options. The updated kitchen is well equipped for all kinds of cooking and baking, and is open to the dining and living areas. I enjoyed cooking on the grill and sitting on the deck in the quiet of the woods. The cabin is in a great location for day hikes and for stops at the little general store. Shelves in the living room are filled with books and games. I didn't want to leave, so I'm going back soon!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay in our home. And we hope to have you back very soon!
About the host
Hosted by The Redwoods in Yosemite
The Redwoods in Yosemite is in the little community of Wawona, 6 miles INSIDE the south entrance of Yosemite National Park. It makes a wonderful home base while you explore and play in Yosemite. Depending on the season, there is always something special to enjoy! The rivers and waterfalls throughout the park, including nearby Chilnualna Falls, are nothing short of awe-inspiring in the spring. During the summer, you can relax in the south fork of the Merced River & cascading waterfalls. Enjoy a hike to nearby Chilnualna Falls, the Swinging Bridge, and the Meadow Loop Trail. Visit the nearby famous Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Enjoy fine dining and play golf at the historic The Wawona Hotel, go horseback riding, fishing, enjoy Ranger walks and talks, or visit the Living History Center/Pioneer Village. In the fall, the colors are spectacular as you enjoy the walking path around the golf course of the nearby historic Wawona Lodge. In the winter, the family-friendly Badger Pass Ski Area offers snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, cross-country ski tours, and in Yosemite Valley, enjoy the outdoor ice-skating rink. Our wedding and Event Center is open for all occasions in any season! Whether it's for a group ski vacation, business training, a family Christmas or Thanksgiving get-together, or a reunion of any kind, this is the perfect spot for all to gather. Our Wedding and Event Center comfortably seats 100 for group meetings and 80 for formal dining. There is a large open deck with a fireplace, and inside there is a second fireplace along with a separate Board Room and Catering Kitchen. Enjoy and relax in the welcoming atmosphere of our unique community.
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