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The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Unwind at the rustic cabin, nestled on a private cattle ranch near Yosemite National Park. Explore miles of trails, relax in the wrap-around porch or side deck with an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area, then enjoy scenic views from the ridge.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 231 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite

Our rustic cabin is located on a large, private cattle ranch and captures the Western spirit and style of the Gold Country. Although the cabin feels remote, it is closely situated to Groveland (less than 5 miles) and Yosemite National Park (first gate less than 30 miles). One can hike and explore the ranch for miles in all directions. The flora and fauna are beautiful! It is a charming, picturesque, romantic, and tranquil space for couples and solo travelers to unwind from life's daily stresses and great outdoor adventures.

The cabin was once a hunting and mining cabin and was relocated next to an old sluiceway utilized for gold mining. The small cabin measures about 330 sq. ft. and includes a new bathroom and well-supplied kitchen (i.e., kitchenware). It has a spacious wrap-around front porch and side deck. A rustic, Western-style outdoor kitchen for barbecues is located behind the cabin with a bar area. Situated on the deck are chairs and a table with umbrella for outdoor dining, as well as a Weber gas grill.

You can explore any place on the ranch. The ridge visible to the right of the cabin when looking at the front porch, is a special place to view spectacular sunsets over the Central Valley. Take the camping chairs and enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail while watching the sun go down.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 330 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 aged 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: For an additional charge. The cabin sleeps two.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This is a separate charge.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: This is a separate charge.
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Cabin Old Homestead Yosemite Big Oak Flat
Old Homestead Yosemite Big Oak Flat
Old Homestead Yosemite
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Cabin
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Groveland
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Cabin Groveland
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Cabin
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Groveland
The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Cabin Groveland

About the area

Map
Big Oak Flat, CA

What's nearby

  • Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course - 16 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Don Pedro Reservoir - 17 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Pine Mountain Lake - 17 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Pine Mountain Lake Marina - 18 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 40 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Priest Station Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Iron Door Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Grill at Pine Mountain Lake - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Bear Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kevin and Randi's Old Fashioned Meat Market - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mary Laveroni Community Park, Groveland Wayside Park and Groveland Dog Park. Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course and Tuolumne River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Cabin At The Old Homestead Near Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

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

Great Cabin

2nd time staying at this cabin. Love the peace & tranquility this property offers. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marlene M.

Relaxing memorable vacation

Cozy cabin with breathtaking views. We Will miss the nightly sunsets and star filled sky's. Can't wait for our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Just perfect

We loved the whole weekend! If you like to get away out in the country, this is the place. The cabin is small, but who cares? Inside has everything imaginable to make your stay complete. If you want to explore Groveland and the surrounding area, it's not far. Hetch Hetchy was one destination up the road, and, wow, it's beautiful too. Oh, and the folks at the ranch were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan T.

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

The cabin

Had a great view of the area cabin was clean and cozy. Taken walks around the property and visiting the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florian R.

A modern stay in the 18th century

This place is amazing! You live like during the gold rush but with all modern amenities! We had such a great time roaming around the area, and just sitting on the patio enjoying the scenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Absolutely beautiful.

The cabin has everything you could imagine and is located in a beautiful area. The classic western feel made us feel like we were right at home. All of the amenities, combined with the beautiful location and comfortable cabin make this a 5 star cabin hands down.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

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

This place is just what you need

I love this spot! It is so peaceful and with such amazing views. It was all the was promised and more. You are still close to everything you need, but definitely isolated from any neighbors. 5 Stars isn't enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

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

Great Again

I have stayed here 3 different times and this was no different. It is the best stay for 2 people I can imagine. You are alone with the animals and the stars, yet you have every convenience you could ask for.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidra P.

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

Peaceful getaway

We came to celebrate a birthday and see Yosemite for the first time. We stayed two nights and this remote cabin will fool you. It looks so rustic on the outside but the inside was beautifully decorated and the bed was SO comfy! The outbuildings were fun to see and the horses were a special bonus. The kitchen was well equipped and we cooked all of our meals there. Yosemite is a 40ish minute drive and was well worth it! Highly recommend and we’ll stay here again.😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate P.

Well appointed and comfortable

We loved staying on the homestead, and wished we had more time to enjoy the property! We stayed here for two nights - exploring Yosemite during the day. Driving into the property is an adventure in itself, and it is a wonderful feeling arriving back to the cabin after a long day - to enjoy a sunset, sit outside, and pet the horses! The cabin is full of fantastic touches that make it feel like a much larger space - it is extremely well appointed and comfortable. Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

eric s.

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

John Wayne X Martha Stewart Collaboration

The cabin is fabulous. We used it as a base of operations to explore Hetch Hetchy. It was perfect. Some driving. But worth it to not be in the Evergreen Lodge etc etc etc. The cabin is tiny but - for us - it lacked nothing. The kitchen is very well thought out. We made three dinners and wanted for nothing. There is every type of coffee maker available. The property is massive and fun to explore. We hope we return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

joshua w.

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

The perfect place to reconnect

My wife and I booked this property for a quick Valentines getaway and hoping for a chance to reconnect. We ran into a small hiccup in the check-in process which Natalie addressed ASAP. Once checked in our expectations were exceeded in every way. The property is incredible and the sunsets were among the best we've seen (including Santorini!). Every detail in the cabin is tended too right down to the informational signs made to look like state parks signs. It was great and therapeutic to interact with the animals on the property. In the days leading up to our stay Natalie was prompt in her replies. We look forward to visiting again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Corie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Launch point for Yosemite

Had a very nice stay at the Homestead. It was an extremely hot week and the AC had trouble keeping up when we first checked in but otherwise the cabin was great and very quiet among our bovine neighbors. We spend 3 days hiking in different parts of Yosemite which was an hour or two away. Natalie was a fantastic host and very responsive to any questions we had. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary E.

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

wonderful stay/serene location

This cabin was perfect for my husband and me. We spent one day just relaxing at the cabin and another visiting Hetch Hetchy. We couldn't have asked for anything better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Amazing location

Great place to stay. The ranch is very unique and the animals provide good company. The cabin itself is well appointed and has everything a person would need. We had a great time and was the most memorable part of our trip to CA.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Jasper C.

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

Perfect!

Amazing location! Perfect destination if you want to relax and enjoy some quiet time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

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

Farm living

If you love an adventure, this is for you! So many interesting things to see. The cabin is rustic farm house. Kitchen is well equipped. We traveled back and forth to Yosemite with ease. Groveland is a cute little town to visit. We went to Sonora as well. Nice shopping there. We had a fantastic time at the cabin. We loved feeding the horses apples and carrots with permission from the host. It was our daily routine. Our weather wasn’t great so we didn’t get to enjoy a lot of outdoor activities at the ranch. Our last day the power was out due to the storm, so it was cold. My only suggestion, would be a generator for those times when there isn’t power.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Margie A., Goodlettsville,TN

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

Wild West Adventure

Trip to celebrate our 43rd Anniversary. Not easy to find using Google maps. Upon arrival the air conditioner was not working & after a 16+ hr. Drive we were pretty frustrated. Called owners & didn't get an answer. She later returned our called but with no solution. Sleepless 1st night in sweltering heat. Thanks to Bob the farmhand who helped us put in a different air conditioner the next day,we got the cabin cooled down & began to enjoy our stay. We loved feeding the horses & mules. Driving up on the mountaintop for evening sunsets. All the necessities that were provided for our stay, except for one thing that was missing, (A regular coffeemaker). Other than those little bumps in the road we enjoyed a good night's rest after our 3 days of hiking in Yosemite. Groveland has some nice shops & restaurants as well. The owner has been kind enough to compensate us for the 1 sleepless night we spent without air which was nice. Would we stay there again, YOU BET WE WOULD.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miguel R.

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

Beautiful location

I loved the location and the area. Beautiful place to stay. About 40 minute drive to Yosemite North Entrance and 1 hour and 30 minutes to Yosemite village. The drive dose not seem to long as the views are amazing. Groveland is nice little town close to the cabin where you can go to some local restaurants or go grocery shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann M., Raleigh

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

Mountain Getaway

The cabin was charming and well-appointed. Every need was anticipated in the kitchen. It is a perfect getaway to nature and still be quite comfortable. The only negative is that the air conditioning was having difficulty keeping up with the 95 degree heat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Stillwater MN

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

Amazing place!!

This was such a fun place to stay! The house was incredibly clean and posh with ALL high end amenities. Very hard to leave! Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vadim D.

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

serene and comfortable

My wife and I chose this cabin as a base to visit Yosemite. Big mistake! The cabin and the ranch are so wonderful that it was hard to convince ourselves to get out and get going. The place is immaculately clean, it's small, but just the right size for two people, impressively well stocked and designed with great attention to smallest details. Not only decor, even the books seem to be carefully selected and I enjoyed browsing Ansel Adam's album and read about Hetch Hetchy history. We felt recharged after two nights here as if we came back from a week long vacation. I do hope we'll be able to come back and enjoy the cabin soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

A Magical Oasis

What an amazing experience this was for us! Being in the middle of a legit cattle ranch provided the much-needed break from the daily grind that we were seeking. We were definitely grateful for the full immersion into nature that we were able to experience at the Homestead while simultaneously being pampered with every high-end creature-comfort one could desire from a shelter. The stars at night were breathtaking after the beautiful sunsets, and the well-appointed kitchen was utterly delightful to putter around in the morning after a luxurious night's sleep on the incredibly comfortable king bed. We will definitely be back again and again. I can not recommend this experience highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Breathtaking

The HOMESTEAD was by far, the BEST property we ever rented ( and we have done quite a few over the last few years)... it felt like a chance to experience days gone by --you could just "see" cow hands and all the activities on a working ranch. We indeed are blessed in this life! The cabin was rustic feel, yet had ALL of the amenities you could ever want. Just sitting and watching the wildlife from the porch was AMAZING, and so relaxing after a day hiking Yosemite. We slept better there than we can remember. So many thanks for memories we will cherish!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021