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Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.

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A spacious living room with a leather sofa, wooden chairs, and a coffee table. There are large sliding glass doors leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden table and chairs.
A spacious living area with two leather sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and a wooden door.
A kitchen with a window, a sink, and cabinets.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a wooden staircase, leather sofas, a dining table, and a view of the outdoor deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62196 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mariposa, CA
  • Place, Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mariposa

This vacation home places you next to Sierra Nevada Conservancy and within 2 miles (3 km) of Sierra National Forest. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 16 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area - 43 min drive - 26.1 miles
  • Yosemite National Park - 51 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 56 min drive - 36.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Steve’s Sportsmans Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪1850 Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Station - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happy Burger Diner - ‬10 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.

Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.

Welcome to our Plumbar Creek Retreat! This unique home, built in 2014, is a modern cabin with beautiful 360 degree views including Mariposa and Midpines. The home has an open living area / kitchen with a wood stove, and three extra large bedrooms, each with a bathroom as-well-as a 1/2 bath in the living area.

The outdoor living space includes a 300 SqFt. covered porch, a 400 SqFt. deck and a 500 SqFt. rear covered patio with seating. The Arch Rock entrance to Yosemite is less than 30 miles northeast, and historical downtown Mariposa is less than 10 minutes southwest.

We're located off Triangle Road (close to Hwy 140) and exactly one mile down Buckingham Mountain Road to Plumbar Creek Rd. Buckingham Mountain and Plumbar Creek Roads are well graveled and will bring you to our secluded mountain top retreat, accessible 365 days a year.

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The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,196 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
I just ask that you try to leaving the place like you found it. When I stay at a VRBO, I clean up my mess and do my best to leave it just as I found it.
I believe that the cleaning is for wiping, scrubbing, making beds, organizing, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping.. Not cleaning a big mess.
If you leave a big mess, I will charge additional cleaning fees and will notify VRBO. Thank you for your consideration.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Add'l funds will be required if left trashed.

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
Note from host: Add'l funds will be required if left trashed.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 2019123

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.
  • Note from host: Add'l funds will be required if left trashed.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Plumbar Creek Retreat Mariposa
Plumbar Creek Retreat Private vacation home
Plumbar Creek Retreat Private vacation home Mariposa

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in Mariposa within a short 1-minute walk of Sierra Nevada Conservancy. Sierra National Forest is also within a driving distance of 1.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.?

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

Is this vacation home adjacent 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 Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a smart TV as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

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 Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.?

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 Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 9.5 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park.?

Yes, every house at Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park. comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Modern cabin located close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite National Park. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent time! Spent two days at the park, this property is perfect for enjoying the park. The house was perfect for our group of 5! Super quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with host and really great for west entrance to Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The location was convenient, peaceful, and perfect for relaxing. The host was friendly, responsive, and made the entire experience smooth from check-in to check-out. Everything we needed was provided, and we felt right at home during our stay. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a great place to stay and would be happy to return in the future. Thank you for a fantastic experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay in a beautiful location!

This property in Midpines was the perfect getaway for my family. We enjoyed this home surrounded by nature and the location was the right distance from Yosemite. David was a wonderful host and we will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yosemite

Great base camp for Yosemite for a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

House was great, accurate description, and host/David was the best including communication and quick response. Will definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Great place, in a special part of California!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic cabin

By far this has been our favorite Vrbo stay. The cabin was clean, well maintained, and comfortable. It felt like we were staying at a friends house with the games, dish TV, and excellent communication from Dave. Would 110% stay here again and recommend it to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely gorgeous cabin within an hour of Yosemite NP.

The 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath cabin was ideal for our family visit to the area. Everything was spotless and we thoroughly enjoyed the foosball and the table shuffleboard. Possibly the best VRBO we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Home

We absolutely loved our stay here. Legitimately one of the most incredible rentals you can find. Everything was seriously perfect and we’ll never forget our time here. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this remote setting. The home was clean and well-equipped. David was very responsive to communication. We would recommend this VRBO to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mariposa stay

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Right outside of Pinnacles

Great ranch home on plenty of land. Huge kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding Mariposa Retreat

If you are looking for a truly enchanting mountain side retreat this is THE spot. Charming and with a lot of personal flavour this house instantly makes you feel at home. Highly recommended for everyone who wants to enjoy nature and tranquility
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious private place

Great centrally located place to stay. We went to all 5 areas of Yosemite. Easy access and clear communications. Thank you, Dave KathyH
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Bear

Beautiful cabin very clean amazing views all around games books to keep you occupied Dave the host kept us well informed would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot, easy drive to Yosemite

This house was as listed. Very secluded area with incredible views of the stars at night. Only takes about 45-50 minutes to get to the gate of Yosemite Valley. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

My wife and I had family and friends over and it was so comfortable to have a beautiful home to reconnect, play games, have wonderful meals, and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Escape for Adventure

We really enjoyed this gret property that is within 10 minutes of Mariposa and about 45 from Yosemite. The three bedrooms and 4 baths were comfortable and well appointed. The large front and back porches allowed relaxed enjoyment of the surrounding hills in almost 365 degrees. The owner was very helpful in providing advice on the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Visiting Yosemite

What we expected and close enough to Yosemite to drive. Quiet house and Dave was very responsive. Location is good, just know it’s on a dirt/gravel road. Overall great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Secluded Gateway to Yosemite

While you may he able to find a more luxurious accommodation, our family absolutely loved our stay. The cabin was well stocked, secluded and a perfect basecamp for visiting Yosemite. A few minor issues here and there (clogged shower heads) but overall clean, open and welcoming. Dave was great about communicating and even though the location was more remote, it was easy enough to find.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My new favourite place to stay for Yosemite trips

Dave’s place is lovely! It’s really well maintained, exactly as shown in the photos, in fact, the place is even better, I would argue. It’s a short 10 mins drive away from Mariposa market. Mariposa is a quaint little town with surprisingly fun night life. As for this place, it’s situation on a hill top, easy access - quiet and pristine. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation!

My family and I were incredibly pleased with this house! The layout was perfect to give everyone their own private space when necessary but the open concept helped us feel together and connected also. Beds were comfortable. Showers were decent. Could have used a few more kitchen tools and covers for food storage but that was minor. Beautiful views and directions to get there were very clear. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful and beautiful respite for Yosemite stay

Dave’s place was great. Although it’s a 45-minute drive to and from the Yosemite entrance, the views and comfort of the home made it worth it for us. Even in the intense heat, the deep porches were lovely spots to sit and watch the birds and listen to nature. The stars at night were amazing! The home is nicely stocked as well with quality linens and towels. The upstairs master had the most comfy bed imo, but it was so nice for everyone to have their own bathroom. Overall we had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024