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Explorers Retreat

Vacation home with kitchen, near Yosemite National Park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Yosemite National Park, CA
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite West, this vacation home is adjacent to Sierra National Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Yosemite National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 12 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 26 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • The Ahwahnee - 29 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬46 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Explorers Retreat

Explorers Retreat 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, Sleeps up to 8

Explorers Retreat is one half of a duplex and is located inside Yosemite National Park in a small private development called Yosemite West. The home is centrally located to many of the Park's major attractions: Yosemite Valley is 20 minutes away - Glacier Point is 25-30 minutes - The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees is 35 minutes and Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Resort is located 8 miles away. Great amenities include easy, flat parking for up to 3 cars (a rare find which makes travel so much easier in every season), Air Conditioning, plus free satellite internet (not fast enough for reliable video streaming and video calling).

On the 1st floor, you’ll enter to a large open area with two benches with storage — the perfect place to sit after a day out exploring to rest and remove your shoes and boots. You’ll also find a secondary living area complete with gas fireplace, sectional sofa, and satellite TV. A guest bedroom with a queen bed and a hallway bathroom with tub/shower combination are nearby. The 2nd guest bedroom on the 1st floor has a twin over full bunk bed with a twin trundle bed. Laundry facilities are also on the 1st floor.

On the second story, you’ll find the kitchen, dining/living room area with wood floors and knotty pine ceilings. The kitchen has granite counter tops, knotty alder cabinets, gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave oven. Enjoy the view from the large 2nd floor balcony complete with a propane grill and dining table that seats six. The main living room (2nd floor) has a leather sectional, gas fireplace and flat screen HDTV/Blueray and satellite television. The dining area table seats eight plus there are 3 bar stools at the island counter. Also on the 2nd floor is a third bedroom with a queen bed. There is a full bathroom in the hallway upstairs.
Explorers Retreat is one of the best locations in the park with all of the features you need to make your Yosemite vacation a wonderful experience!

To rent both sides of the duplex, look for the listing for Climbers Retreat (please note: these duplexes do not connect inside)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Explorers Retreat Private vacation home
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Explorers Retreat Yosemite National Park
Explorers Retreat Private vacation home Yosemite National Park

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Yosemite West, just steps from Sierra National Forest. Yosemite National Park is within a walking distance of 0.9 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Explorers Retreat a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Explorers Retreat?

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.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is about 19.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Explorers Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at Explorers Retreat comes with a balcony.