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20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly

20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of 20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Check out the area

Oakhurst, CA
  • Popular LocationChildren's Museum of the Sierra6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBass lake Recreation Area7 min drive
  • Popular LocationYosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad13 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 10
Bedroom 1
    2 queen beds
    1 single bed
    1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly

Kickback and love life at the Yosemite Forks Basecamp Extraordinaire. Located only 21 minutes from the Southern Entrance of Yosemite National Park, 5 minutes from Bass Lake, and 8 minutes from local Supermarkets, this beautiful mountain sanctuary features all the comforts of home while immersing guests in the unparalleled beauty of the Yosemite area.

Beautiful redwood, bass, pine, hickory, oak, acacia, cherry, pecan, mahogany, ipe, and cedar wood-grains are built into the character of the house and add a unique charm to over 2100 square feet (195 square meters) of living space illuminated by natural light. The house is shaded by mature live oak and cedar trees which add to the beautiful surrounding scenery.

This house is the perfect basecamp for those who want modern conveniences with rural charm. The kitchen is big enough for 4 people to cook in and decked out with modern appliances, including a True European Convection Smart Oven, Induction Cooktop, Cyclonic Inverter Microwave, Coffee Maker & Grinder, Latte Foamer, Toaster Oven, chef-quality Food Processor, and a large variety of cooking utensils. I also have a wide variety of spices that I make available for all to use. There is also a Yoder YS480S Competition Smoker Grill on the lower deck, which has direct flame wood grilling capabilities for the best tasting BBQ possible.

Every bathroom has petrified wood sinks; literally million-year-old wood. There are modern toilets in every bathroom with a warm-water bidet available as well. And every shower has modern fixtures.

There are two connected ipe decks on the backside of the house where you can share a nice cup of coffee or enjoy a meal with a view of downtown Oakhurst and Deadwood Mountain. The upper ipe deck is big enough for at least 6 people to do stretches/yoga. Bring some mats or lay down one of the throw blankets that I have available and you can get in some morning stretches/yoga.

If you happen to have an RV (campervan), there is one parking space with easy access available on the property; approximately 9 ft (2.7 m) wide and 12 ft (3.7 m) of clearance.

In the summer, the house stays cool with Central A/C and ceiling fans in every room.

In the winter, there are heated floors in every room with their own separate thermostats and a Harman wood pellet stove in the living room. Central Heating is also available.

Stay connected with fast WiFi speeds at 105mbps with signal covering the entire property.

Property manager

Brian

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: OUTDOOR smoking over concrete areas; NEVER indoor.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector
  • Deadbolt lock

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

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: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Oakhurst

Located in Oakhurst, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Children's Museum of the Sierra and Willow Creek Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yosemite National Park and Sierra National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Children's Museum of the Sierra - 6 min drive
  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 7 min drive
  • Willow Creek Trailhead - 9 min drive
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 13 min drive
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack In The Box - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Taqueria Plazuelas - 7 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 20 minutes from Yosemite; 5 minutes to Bass Lake; Family friendly located?

This family-friendly Oakhurst holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sierra National Forest and Golden Chain Theater. Children's Museum of the Sierra and Bass lake Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Hot!
House was clean, spacious, great location. Unfortunately it runs on a Nest thermometer. This means that when you aren’t in the home the a/c turns off. It turns back on when you arrive. While we were there hiking during the day it was in the 90’s. We would return to the house and it would be around 85. It took 6 hours both days to cool down. The last day we returned and the house was 87! The thermostat was locked and no a/c was working. The property manager came over and could not fix it. I tried to contact the owner, property manager, and VRBO tried to contact Brian. We had to leave the property and rent two hotel rooms for our last night. Brian told me multiple times to drink cold water from the refrigerator and utilize the fans while the house cooled. He told me that this process is the standard right now and sleeping in a house that’s 79 is a comfortable setting. The entire 3 days were miserable. I would not EVER suggest anyone rent this house. Brian has since stopped communicating with me because I have asked for a refund on the last day. Stay away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Clean
Clean house.homy feeling.wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergio G., San Antonio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This home was perfect for our family of 10. It was close to the Yosemite National Park and had everything that we needed. The only one thing that we have is that before leaving, I tried to contact the property manager about a question of where should we place the used towels but couldn’t because the mailbox was full 😔. Thank you Brian for hosting us and Sarah and Brett for allowing us to feel at home in your kingdom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Good house, nice fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R., St. Peters, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to catch up.
The place worked extremely well for two families of five (one from St. Louis, Missouri and one from Paris, France) to gather and enjoy Yosemite National Park and catch up on the last six years since we seen each other. The bunk room worked well for the six kids. The kitchen had everything we need to cook and share meals. It was a great place to relax, catch up, and create more memories for our families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely satisfied by stay. Hot tub would have added more to already awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karthick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to holiday
We were a big family and stayed for 5 days; it was total fun with ample space and entertainment for all of us across age groups.. Very close to Yosemite so the drive back and forth was not that difficult.. I would definitely rent this property again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great
Overall the house stay was great everything thing we need was provided and we had a blast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for the event
House worked out well. Host was very responsive and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022