Found in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite is one of, not just the US’ most popular attractions but an iconic national park in the whole world. This exquisite national park is home to a huge population of flora and fauna, some unique to this area. For instance, if you’ve always been curious about the colossal ancient sequoia trees, you can get to see them here. There’s no better definition of tranquility than what you’ll get at Yosemite. However, its seclusion doesn’t mean that you can’t get basic supplies. In fact, Yosemite Village is home to not just fantastic shops but also restaurants and the intriguing Yosemite Museum. There are also fantastic places to stay in the area, accommodations that we’ve listed in this article. Scroll down and learn about the best vacation rentals near Yosemite National Park, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Sparrow's Rest (from USD 192)
This is Sparrow’s Rest, a three-bedroom cabin nestled near Bass Lake. Fully enjoy a mountain cabin experience as this home features a large, private garden area where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the fresh air. The living area has a bumper pool, as well as a projector and a large pull-down screen to emulate a movie theater. There is also a patio and fire pit for your further relaxation.
As for places you can visit, this home is only 20 mi (32 km) from Yosemite’s Southern gate which means you will be close to some great hiking trails, fishing spots, and even horseback riding.
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easy check in great amenities (we were pleasantly surprised at how well stocked the kitchen was )we had an excellent family stay at nancy’s place a cozy comfy cabin with a great settingthe beds were comfortable and the cabin had everything you’d ever needthe beds were comfortable tooour stay at nancy's cabin was very comfortableCleanliness:
it was clean and comfortableclean cute and exactly as advertisedit was neat and clean as wellthis place was very clean nice and cozyit was clean and felt like homeHost:
nancy was a great hostnancy is a great hostnancy is a great hostvery beautiful house and very helpful hostsoverall nice stay and nancy was responsive and niceRead more reviewsLocation:
very rustic and cute place in walking distance to bass lakegreat location for bass lake and yosemitethe location of the cabin is excellent near by yosemite national park and the townperfect space for family gathering nicely situated close to bass lake and a 20 minute drive to yosemite gateperfect if you want a close stay to yosemite
2. Eco-friendly vacation homes (from USD 238)
This comfortable and spacious vacation home near golf and redwoods is located close to the Sierra National Forest and Pioneer Yosemite History Centre. A vacation home for eight people, this eco-friendly and smoke-free lodge is a wonderful place to reside for family tours. It is a pet-friendly place with certain restrictions. The amenities they offer include three bedrooms, a fireplace, a DVD player, a kitchen with a refrigerator and oven, barbeque grills, a fitness center and a tennis court. Staying here will be fun with lots of nearby attractions and activities such as hiking/ biking, rock climbing, snowboarding and mountain biking.
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this home was clean comfy able and well-stckedgreat clean fun interesting cabin near wawonareally enjoyed the cabin great space wonderful kitchen everything very cleanHost:
it has an interesting interior the owner is a collector i guessRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this cabin was perfect for exploring the parkgreat location for the property interesting collections throughout the home
3. Two-bedroom cabin in Yosemite National Park (from USD 562)
Set in a rural location, The Ahwahnee in Foresta is located in Foresta. It is also known to be a historic place. There are a number of features that they provide such as a living area with a fireplace, a phone, two bedrooms with queen-size beds and bedspreads, two bathrooms with a hairdryer and clean towels, a dining area, a kitchen with a fridge, stove, toaster, coffee maker, dishwasher, oven, microwave and washing machine. It is a pet-friendly place but with restrictions. To keep guests entertained when indoors, they provide amenities like a DVD player, games, access to the internet connection, books, a television, a video library, and stereo. Kayaking, cave exploring, rock climbing, hiking, biking, snowboarding, and sledding are some of the recreational activities that are around this place.
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everything was very clean all sanitized in this pandemic eraHost:
alex was a wonderful and flexible hostall the directions from the owner were clear and detailedowner was responsive and welcomed questions easy check in and out processalex our host and home owner was extremely easy to work withwill do it againthis was easy and the owner was very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
it is relatively close to many of the park's great sitesthis place is ideally situated inside yosemite national parkit was the perfect location to enjoy all yosemite has to offerbeautiful home in a specular locationlocation was perfect for getting around to see beautiful yosemite national park
4. A serene getaway near Yosemite Valley (from USD 250)
This beautiful holiday rental is in a convenient location and minutes away from Yosemite Valley, inside Yosemite. A stroll in the quiet surrounding amidst the shady pine and oak trees make this lodge the right place to live in. The number of guests that can be accommodated here is two. The amenities available here are a comfortable queen-size bed, bedsheets, a kitchen with utensils and a microwave, satellite TV, and an internet connection. Some of the nearby tourist destinations include Yosemite Valley, hiking trails, groves of sequoias, and Tuolumne Meadows.
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The TV was a bonus as were the porch and chairs outsideThe refrigerator had crud in the corners of the compartmentsI was impressed with the fully stocked kitchen suppliesThe bed was surprisingly very comfortable (my husband likes a softer bed and can be pickybut we are very private people and did not want anyone in the cabin during our stayCleanliness:
Cabin was clean and well appointedThe cabin was super clean and had everything we neededlook back over your shoulder and bamHost:
Restful and quiet fantastic dark skies with millions of stars on display Book with confidence and enjoyShe did offer to come and take care of thingsso we were able to pack up and hit the trails really quickly each day Everywhere we drove was absolutely breathtakingRick and Annie were very responsive great communicatorsI sent pictures of everything and was told that the housekeeper may have overlooked a few things I asked to have our cleaning fee refunded since we assumed the cabin would be cleaned for us befor...Read more reviewsLocation:
Great little cabin nestled in a very convenient quiet locationThe location is quiet and peacefulGreat cabin in the perfect location just minutes from valley floorThis is a great little cabin to stay in the peace and quiet yet very convenient to Yosemite ValleyThe distance to the valley was also a real plus
5. Adorable, dog-friendly cabin (from USD 208)
An enchanting home, Chipmunk hollow is an ideal place for a getaway. The calmness of this spot, friendly and accommodating staff make this an ideal location. The features of this pet-friendly cabin are a bedroom for two people, a clean bathroom, a kitchen with needed supplies for cooking, barbeque grills, and a TV. Guests can also be entertained with puzzles, CD and DVD players, books, and board games. Dogs are allowed at an extra fee per night.
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Was happy with the cabin feel and that the fireplace did not smoke at allKitchen is more like a kitchenetteThe cabin was very comfortable for 2 peopleLoved the cabin except smaller than expectedDining table is way to large for such a small roomCleanliness:
I especially appreciate the pet friendly statusHost:
Daily trips to the riverThe staff and locals were great accommodating and friendlylet the dogs run star gazing and stoking of the fire were all our favorites Lots to do in the areaWe had some problems with the WiFiso we choose Cabin 14Read more reviewsLocation:
Quickly just pulled the batteries out to solve that issue 2The CO2 detector batteries needed to be replaced so it beeped every minutesThe Gas Grille ran out of propane the last eveningWe went for xmas and were looking to obtain solitude and serenity from the city and thats exactly what was achievedbut it was resolved in 2 days
6. Condominium found near Mammoth Lakes (from USD 424)
This is a clean and well-maintained accommodation for six guests and it is located on Mammoth Mountain in the villa’s complex of Sierra Park. There is a living area with an arched roof with fire space, comfortable furniture, a TV, Wi-Fi, a wall heater and a rock-climbing wall. The kitchen has a coffee maker, gas barbeque and utensils and the condo also boasts balconies with a good view, bedrooms with a cozy bed, a room heater, a TV, a closet, a ceiling fan and a balcony view. There are tiled bathrooms with a shower and tub. They also have a swimming pool, a laundry room and ample parking spots. Some of the nearby attractions are Mammoth Brewery, Convict Lake, and June Lake.
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melissa’s unit is modern stylish cozy - in a word perfectmany lovely details and great features such as heated bathroom floorsthe living area is quite small but comfortablethe kitchen was well equipped with all the appliances you would wantmelissa's home was a perfect and very comfortable base camp for our new year's trip to mammothCleanliness:
clean and cozy propertyclean & quick to respond on communicationvery clean felt very cozy and comfortableawesome airbnb clean and lots of spacecomfortable and cleanHost:
this place is rad and the host is awesomemelissa was quick to respond to questions and was a great hosthighly recommend melissa as a host she was quick in answering & check in communicationlove the host and spot will definitely rent againmelissa is an amazing host she is the best she was very hospitable and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location that is walking distance to restaurantsgreat location and stylish spacegreat location and a beautiful placeperfect location for mammoth lakesgreat place in perfect location in walking distance to shuttle shops and restaurants
7. Mammoth Lakes condo (from USD 203)
A relaxed place close to restaurants and other stores, this condo is a wonderful place to stay. It has access to all the resources that give you a feel of being at home. The facilities they provide include space for four guests and a modern decor living room. This condo has two bedrooms with comfortable bedding, bathrooms, a kitchen with amenities, a fireplace, a DVD, Wi-Fi and Apple TV.
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the beds were all comfortable and i even slept on the couch for a nightwe enjoyed the tv with netflix hulu and quick wifiwe loved watching movies in the living room and all the beds were very comfortablegreat spot for two couples the bunk beds were very cozythe place was comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
bathrooms were clean and tidythe house is tidy and cleanjim's place was awesome extremely clean and comfortableeasy check-in clean nice placevery cozy comfortable and cleanHost:
jim was a very helpful hostjim was responsive and helpfulall the information provided was very helpfulsmall step but the host should have taken care of thisjim was very responsive and the house was very comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
great location two blocks to the shuttle to the mountainthe location is perfectgreat loft conveniently located near stores restaurants and bus linesgreat location and comfortable placegreat location and comfortable place
8. Cozy couples' retreat
A relaxed stay, a peaceful and calm environment, stargazing while in the hot tub, and friendly hosts are what you experience at Natures Nook. It is a short drive from the southern entrance of Yosemite Park with a relaxing walk surrounded by oak and pine trees, this is the most beautiful spot for a stay. To space is for two guests and they provide amenities such as a comfortable queen-sized luxurious bed with an electric blanket, AC, Wi-Fi, a table with two chairs, a large smart TV and a fireplace. The kitchen has a microwave, a mini-fridge, a toaster, grills for pancakes, bacon and eggs. The bathrooms are equipped with a rain shower. It is also a pet-free home.
Oakhurst, California, United States
60.22 km (37.5 mi) from Yosemite National ParkTop guest reviews
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it was small but very cozy and had a space heater and fanloved having the ceiling fan as the weather was turning warmerwe really enjoyed our heated bedwe grilled delicious meat on the grill and had a good breakfast in the morninga very cute and cozy place the amenities were great and the hostesses were very accommodatingCleanliness:
clean cozy and privatethis place is amazing so clean and cozythis place is clean cozy and comfortablethe place was very clean welcoming and comfortablethe nook is clean great location from yosemite and the jacuzzi was amazing after those long hikesHost:
the hosts were quick to respond to questions and very helpfulhowever the hosts were so amazing and they quickly relocated us to another homehosts were great will be back :-) space is beautifulgreat place great host recommendedterri was an amazing host and our check in was quick and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
also close to groceries stores and a good italian restaurantit’s super close to yosemitethe location is excellent for yosemite national parkgreat location to unplug and see yosemiteoverall cute place and worth the value
Enjoy staying near Yosemite National Park
A home away from home is where anyone would want to be during vacations. Finding the right spot which gives a homey feel, having amenities that are required for you to enjoy your stay and a clean and neat environment are very important. A good stay creates good memories and makes trips worth it.
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