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Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61941 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Merced, CA
  • Place, Poker Flats Casino
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Merced County Courthouse Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Merced County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Merced

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Poker Flats Casino and Merced County Courthouse Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Poker Flats Casino - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Regal Hollywood - Merced - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Merced County Courthouse Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Merced County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Applegate Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Merced Station - 11 min walk
  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cousin's Corner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home.

Welcome to this beautiful recently remodeled home situated on Majestic E 21st Street! Warm, spacious, and cozy decor throughout will make you feel at home instantly, there's lots of parking & huge lot. Some homes on this block date back to the 1920's, you'll have a lovely view from the front porch with your coffee, taking a leisurely walk to enjoy the architecture, or to historic Rollen Donuts around the corner (you cannot leave Merced without trying a glazed doughnut or maple bar!)
You'll be within 5 minutes of beautiful downtown Merced with shopping, salons, restaurants, wine & Tapas bar, movie theater, museum, etc... You're also a few minutes from Hwy 99 and 2 hours from Yosemite National Park. People come from all over the world to visit Yosemite, it's iconic and a breathtaking site. There are biking and walking trails, parks, shopping, more salons and restaurants, Lake Yosemite in North Merced, along with Merced College and UC Merced. This property is a gem, you will love it. There are exterior cameras with audio and video surveillance.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,941 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Pack N play is provided

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Merced, a short 13-minute walk from Merced County Courthouse Museum and also 12 minutes on foot from Poker Flats Casino. You'll also find Merced County Fairgrounds and Regal Hollywood - Merced within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. on Jul 29, 2026 start from $372, 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.

Will I be able to park at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal), which is 6 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is around 27.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ?

Yes, every house at Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. comes with a patio.

Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toireasa D.

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

Another great stay!

We stayed at this home twice and both stays were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JERILYN L.

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

excellent stay!

property was just as descibed-very clean, great neighborhood, close to downtown. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toireasa D.

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

Beautiful home

We had such a lovely stay here! Everything was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa b.

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

Awesome stay

My family and I were thoroughly impressed with the home’s cleanliness and spacious layout. It exceeded our expectations—10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super excellent, I recommend it, very good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami V.

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

Comfy and Homey

Appreciated the fact we could check in early, house was very nicely decorated and felt like we were in an upscale location. Greatly furnished and felt very much at home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025