Barn Loft Apartment Retreat near Yosemite National Park

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Mariposa, CA

Butterfly Creek Winery

11 min drive

Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance

56 min drive

Yosemite Valley

59 min drive

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)

30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

New 700 sq ft one bedroom apartment/loft with a full kitchen and bath.. Located on 7 acres, adjacent Black Oak Bed and Breakfast( Beautiful location with adjacent landscaped grounds and Orchard. Great home base for exploring Yosemite National Park and the quaint Gold Rush Town of Mariposa and Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains.. Yosemite National Park is a 50-60 minute drive along the Scenic Merced River.

Property manager

Katharine and John Ruccione

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check in is between 3 and 7 pm. We have this time

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mariposa

Located in Mariposa, this apartment is in the city centre. California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Mariposa Museum and History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Wassama Round House State Historic Park and Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail. Windows on the World Books and Art and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mariposa, CA

What's nearby

Butterfly Creek Winery - 11 min drive
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 56 min drive
Wawona Visitor Center - 57 min drive
Yosemite Valley - 59 min drive
Badger Pass Ski Area - 86 min drive

Getting around

Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mariposa Coffee Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Pop's Sportsman Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪The Grizzlies Den - ‬11 min walk
‪Country Kitchen Herb Farm - ‬8 min drive
‪Outlaw Bar-B-Que - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barn Loft Apartment Retreat near Yosemite National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Barn Loft Apartment Retreat near Yosemite National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barn Loft Apartment Retreat near Yosemite National Park?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Barn Loft Apartment Retreat near Yosemite National Park located?

Located in the heart of Mariposa, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sierra National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Butterfly Creek Winery and Cold Spring. Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

19 September 2024

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

Comfortable place close to Yosemeti.

My sister and I enjoyed our stay at the Barn Loft. The loft is very comfortable, pleasant and all-around great! Enjoyed sitting on the deck after spending the days hiking at Yosemite. Kathy and John are great hosts and so much fun to visit. They took an interest in how we were enjoying our trip and had great suggestions. Highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

16 September 2024

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

Acquaint, beautiful wonderful experience

My wife and I had such a remarkable experience staying with John and Cathy. Not only was our place, beautiful, clean, and secluded, they were wonderful hosts and very attentive to anything that we might need. They gave us Informed guidance and support about visiting Yosemite, traveling to nearby restaurants or grocery stores. We absolutely love and appreciate John and Cathy and our time that we spent there.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

13 September 2024

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

Great place and friendly hosts

Very well equipped barn loft. Very friendly hosts with lots of local knowledge of the park and towns.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

20 July 2024

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

Peace & Tranquility Yosemite

Kathy and John are the perfect host with this adorable loft furnished with all your needs. Super clean and comfy About an hour outside the Yosemite NP We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck As we planned our hikes for the day. We would highly recommend staying at the loft.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

26 June 2024

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

Comfortable and Relaxing Stay

The barn loft provided us with a perfect location to attend a family wedding and to explore Yosemite Park. The loft was spotless and so very comfortable. The kitchen was well supplied with an abundance of cookware and dishes.The bathroom was spacious and the bedroom was extremely comfortable with plenty of storage space for both our formal wear and hiking gear. After long days in the Yosemite - the loft was a comfortable respite from the hustle and bustle of the park. We often spent early mornings and evenings on the loft deck just enjoying the quiet and countryside. Our hosts were extremely knowledgeable about the park and surrounding area and provided us with a wealth of information in regard to the park, restaurants,and shopping. This was our first visit to this part of California and Kathy and John provided us with a comfortable and memorable visit.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

13 June 2024

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

Perfect launching pad

The loft was the perfect launching pad for my wife and I to explore not only Yosemite, but also King's Canyon & Sequoia. It was the perfect size for a couple, everything was impeccably clean and comfortable, and John and Kathy were attentive and responsive. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

23 May 2024

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

Spotless, well-stocked, wonderful hosts!

We enjoyed our three days here! The apartment is well-stocked, clean, comfortable, and homey. Kathy and John were helpful hosts and were readily available if we had any questions. We highly recommend the Barn Loft retreat!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chuck m.

23 September 2023

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

Great Stay

Property is well equipped with all the necessities. Very cute place with great hosts, and it was spotlessly clean. Very private and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

19 September 2023

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

Very nice

Very nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

28 July 2023

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

Perfect Stay

Immaculate property, well-equipped kitchen had everything we needed, gracious hosts, recommendations for excellent restaurants, directions on efficiently getting to and from Yosemite. Highly recommend and would absolutely return for a future visit to the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shalini B.

12 July 2023

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

Lovely Stay

Kathy was great with prompt communication and John helped us with check-in and Yosemite and Mariposa suggestions. The apartment was well set-up and comfortable, specially the kitchen and all the amenities. (They provided an air fryer!) We were able to easily prep for early departures to Yosemite (about an hour to the North Entrance and Mariposa Grove). Thank you John and Kathy!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

30 June 2023

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

Amazing rental

This place is an amazing hideaway. The apartment is perfect. It is a quiet location but very close to great restaurants and sightseeing. I would recommend 10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

20 June 2023

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

A great retreat

We stayed in this lovely apartment above a barn to have a place to retreat to in between trips into Yosemite. It totally fit the bill for us. A wonderful place and a wonderful experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C., New York

3 June 2023

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

JOHN AND KATHY ARE THE BEST

John and Kathy were amazing. Super responsive and have the cutest and nicest house ever! So welcoming and warm and I couldn’t recommend a nicer and kinder stay. 10/10 will be coming back for sure!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

john r.

3 June 2023

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Home away from home

The best stop of my entire trip. The place was truly like a home away from home, especially the kitchen. Loved the rural vibe and proximity to Yosemite. The hosts were very welcoming and the property has resident hummingbirds which always entertain. I hope to return sooner than later!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

18 May 2023

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

Perfect Rural Yosemite Retreat

We booked 5 nights at the Barn Loft Apartment and in less than 24 hours it felt like a home away; well furnished & supplied with everything we needed. John was a great host who has obviously never met a stranger. He is a wonderful story teller and full of local information. He greeted us each evening as we returned from the park, just to ask how our day went. Great vacation retreat!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

30 October 2022

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

Wonderful Stay

The apartment offered us everything we wanted - it was clean, comfortable, and offered all modern amenities. The location gave us privacy and quiet, which we wanted on our get away. Grocery stores and restaurants were about a 20 minute drive. We had come to explore Yosemite, which was about a 50 minute drive. The hosts, Katherine and John, are very welcoming and accommodating. They know the area well and can give good recommendations on places to visit. Highly recommend for a relaxing, enjoyable retreat.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

12 July 2022

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

Beautiful , Comfortable and Private apartment rental in close proximity to Yosemite N.P

My husband and I spent 7 nights in this modern apartment rental in the town of Marisposa while visiting Yosemite N.P. We could not have picked a more comfortable and convenient location for our visit. The accommodations were all what we expected and more. Everything on the VRBO site is perfectly described and pictured. Plus the hosts are very friendly and close by on the property for any desired assistance. Would recommend this rental highly when visiting the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

12 July 2022

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

Great escape

Great place to stay,close to town the owners are awesome and very helpful and do everything to make sure your stay is great. Will be coming to this place a lot.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

25 June 2022

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

Best rental ever.

This was the best quipped rental we have ever experienced. Everything was very high quality and the kitchen was excellent for cooking up a meal after a long hike in Yosemite. And to top it all Kathy and John were amazing hosts, so kind and welcoming. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you again Kathy and John, you made our holiday perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsey P.

14 June 2022

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

Perfect Yosemite Trip

Kathy and John were wonderful hosts. They provided us with info on Mariposa as well as tons of info for our hikes in Yosemite. The loft has a very well equipped kitchen. The living space was comfy. The bedroom was spacious and the bed was so comfortable! We enjoyed every aspect of our stay and would highly recommend the loft to any couple visiting Yosemite.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marigold S.

5 June 2022

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

Amazing

What an amazing place.It had everything we needed as far as amenities.Very comfortable home away from home.Katherine and John are very nice people and we were glad to have met them.I look forward to returning in the future.Thanks again

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan U.

30 May 2022

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

Clean, Cozy and Comfortable

John and Kathy were the perfect host.and hostess. The loft was so much more than we expected. It was immaculate but, cozy and met our need in every way. We loved sitting in the rocking chairs on the deck listening to birds chirping…it was so peaceful! The 40/-50 minute drive to Yosemite was a beautiful drive along the Merced River….Kathy and John were very informative about the Park and, places to eat in the area. Highly recommend this property to anyone traveling in the area!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

15 May 2022

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

Restful haven near Yosemite

Loft is a very comfortable, well appointed place to stay when visiting Mariposa and Yosemite. John and Kathy thought of everything to make our visit wonderful.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M., Oceanside, USA

14 May 2022

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

Home Base

We were very pleased with our stay in the loft. Very clean, comfortable, enough room to move around without tripping over our gear and each other. The kitchen was well stocked, the bathroom had all of the necessities needed and after exerting ourselves at Yosemite we were grateful to crawl into fresh linen on a comfortable bed at the end of the day. John and Kathy are amazing hosts, they are friendly and generous with their time and knowledge about the the area. They also provided maps and books about Yosemite and the local area for guests to use. In all, a wonderful trip, we look forward to doing it again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Katharine and John Ruccione

We purchased 7 acres in 2008 and since then have been developing it. First we built a barn and then the loft apartment. Since then we have also built Black Oak Bed and Breakfast.