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Highland House Vacation Rental offers a serene retreat amidst the pines, just 30 minutes from Yosemite National Park. Equipped with a kitchen, laundry room, and Wi-Fi access, this cabin is perfect for relaxation. Unwind in the living area with views of Bear Creek or explore nearby Mariposa's restaurants and shops.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.

Yosemite VacationRental.Location: Highland House Vacation Rental is approximately a 30 minute drive from the main entrance to Yosemite National Park and 7 miles from the Gold Rush town of Mariposa. The cabin is located a short walk from a small country store and across the street from a bus stop taking travelers to and from Yosemite. The elevation is 2,500 ft in pines and on a seasonal creek with wild life and a variety of birds.

History: The cabin was the home of Newell Chamberlain, founder of the town of Midpines. He published articles and The Call of Gold- True Tales on the Gold Road to Yosemite, a book regarding gold mining in the area during the 1930’s.

Accommodations: The cabin is equipped with a kitchen, including oven, cook top, microwave, dual sink, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, teapot, coffee maker, toaster and much more. There is a washer and dryer in the laundry room. The living area has a dining area with a view of the forest and a living room with a beautiful view of bear creek and the surrounding forest. Wi-Fi and internet access is provided.

Sleeping Arrangements: The cabin has two bedrooms downstairs and a bedroom and loft upstairs. Downstairs, there are two full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a queen bed and spacious sitting area, Bedroom 2 has a full bed and private bath. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed and the loft has two twin size beds. Rooms have closets and chests for clothing and storage. (sleeps up to 8 people)

Linens and paper goods are provided along with Laundry detergent, soap, and shampoo. In the kitchen, you will find coffee, tea, dish detergent, paper towels, etc.

Local Restaurants and shopping: Several very good restaurants are located within seven miles. A country store is within walking distance. Pioneer Market, a full service grocery store, is located in Mariposa (7miles).

A rule or two: This cabin is a no smoking and no pet facility. This is for the continued comfort of our guests. Thank you for your understanding.
Visit our own web site for more information, photos and to book on-line, via the link.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: yes, children of all ages accepted

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mariposa is home to this cabin. Sierra National Forest and Merced River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. El Portal Market and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Mariposa travel guide
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Midpines, CA

What's nearby

  • Mariposa Cemetery
    9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center
    9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center
    9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse
    10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
    10 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • Pony Expresso
    7 min drive
  • Pizza Factory
    9 min drive
  • Happy Burger Diner
    8 min drive
  • 1850 Brewery
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite vacation rental 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley's main gate. located?

Situated in Mariposa, this cabin is steps from Sierra National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mariposa County Visitor Center and Mariposa Cemetery. Mariposa Museum and History Center and Merced River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 180 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivannia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin is the perfect place to relax and be cozy. Kitchen is very well equipped, beds are comfortable and everything is clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy W.

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

Rustic and Peaceful

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Enjoyed watching the wildlife from the back porch as much if not more than the Park!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis M.

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

The best host in the world

Great location, clean, and beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

akmal w.

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

Yosemite vacation

Host very responsive and friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirleen P.

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

Perfect for 3 sisters.

Perfect location for Yosemite daily access. You pass a grocery/gas station on the way. Cabin is large. We each had a quiet room. perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Wonderful Cabin!

My elderly uncles stayed here for 10 days and had a great time! They "forgot" to check out on the designated date and the hosts were wonderful about accommodating them and making sure they got to their next destination. They loved the roomy, clean and cozy cabin which was well located for their Yosemite adventures. This cabin made all the difference in how they enjoyed the park. It was world's apart from staying in a hotel room.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Family trip to Yosemite

We had a good visit- the house was well stocked with towels, blankets, kitchen tools, etc. We never figured out the drip coffee maker, but the keurig filled in and was well stocked. Washer and dryer were also handy. It was great to have a large dining room table we could all eat at comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

soheil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great charming Cabin. Very clean. Nice hosts. Comfortable beds. Do not rely on GPS. The only issue is GPS took us off-road to boonies… the marker is Wrong on Google, Apple, Waze and Tesla nav. Just look for the sign and you won’t miss it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve S.

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

Short Stay

Rustic, huge place, well appointed. Plenty of room for 3 adult couples or a huge family. Beds were comfortable. Could use some better pillows, but they we not bad. House is very close to the main highway, so lots of road noise well into the evening. This is a very wild area, in terms of outdoors. That said, the outside area around the home is poorly manicured, though that didn't stop us from enjoying it and the beautiful crystal-clear stream running thru the back area. The place is about a 5-minute drive back to Mariposa, that has plenty of cool dining options. It's about an hour drive to Yosemite Valley, mostly along the Merced River, which is amazing. In general, we felt we made a good choice staying here and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Half Dome Adventures

While I am months behind on sharing this, it's important I do so! My husband won permits to hike Half Dome and we invited some friends to join us for the long weekend. This location was perfect! It was close to a small grocery and town so we could enjoy access to cook food at the house and try some new restaurants while not being so far from the park that we had to be awake at a truly horrific hour to get started. The house was clean, had plenty of space, was cozy (we all enjoyed relaxing after the hike) and all six of us had decent privacy/space so we weren't tripping over each other. It was amazing to have the full kitchen and plenty of comfortable spots to sit. Bed were comfortable, which anyone who has travelled a decent amount can attest, that is not always a guarantee. The owner was perfectly pleasant to chat with and provided all the necessary information and granted us privacy as well. We will gladly be staying here in the future on our next adventure to the park with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Annabelle H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Far below expectations

We stayed 15 minutes before deciding to leave and get a hotel. We found the location and property very depressing…not at all what we were expecting. If you are just looking for someplace to rest your head at night then setting out all day long, then this may be the place for you. But if you are expecting to enjoy some time sitting outside, relaxing and enjoying the view then I’d suggest looking elsewhere. I was unable to get into the VRBO app to cancel the reservation but a refund would only have been given if someone else had rented (highly unlikely at the last minute) Inside the house appeared clean with a well supplied kitchen and the owners were easy to get in touch with. Just a shabby depressing environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

JoAnna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Yosemite Family Vacation

Overall, the space met the needs of 2 families of 4. It was clean, and mostly what we expected. Though the refrigerator was able to eventually keep an adequate temperature, getting in/out of it too much caused the temp to increase quickly so we were quite concerned the first night after unloading our groceries. We contacted the property owner who responded very quickly, and is aware the refrigerator needs serviced. Unfortunately, there was little to be done during our stay, but to try and limit opening/closing it often. The freezer worked fine. Overall we had a great vacation and upon confirming the fridge has been serviced, I would stay at the property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great proximity to Yosemite
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Cozy!

A great place to relax after a long day hiking. A rustic feel that fits the Yosemite vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

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

Peaceful Property near Yosemite

Nice location about 45 minutes from Yosemite. Peaceful setting with trees, barbeque, nice back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

준 황.

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

good

thank you This place was great for a trip The accommodation was nice and cozy.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Home away from home

We loved our stay here! This home was a scenic drive away from Yosemite and was a perfect place to relax after a day at the park. There were only four of us and the house had so much room that we wished we had brought more family with us! Perfect place to stay near Yosemite ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Great place for the family

Ideal location when visiting the Midpines/Mariposa area. The creek side location was beautiful. There was outside seating and dining areas, which were perfect in the mornings and at night. The internet worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anuttam J.

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

Cozy and comfortable

We were 8 friends, staying here to do the half dome hike.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Cozy cabin, just 30 minutes from Yosemite

The cabin exceeds the photos online. Cozy, comfortable, and we’ll stocked kitchen. Linens were soft and plentiful, great place for a family with plenty of beds for everyone! We would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Festive stay at Christmas!

We appreciate the effort the owner went to decorate the house for Christmas. It was cheery and festive, with a lit Christmas tree, holiday treats, and lots of cute decorations. The park, of course, was amazing. It was nice to come back to such a cozy cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great stay for our family of 6! We got the YARTS bus passes to get us into Yosemite, and the YARTS bus stop was RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET from this rental! GREAT! There is also a great little old-town of Midpines, just 8 minutes away to walk around and enjoy to local culture!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The setting of the home is very homey and serene. Generosity and cleanliness of the owner is greatly appreciated. My family will consider coming back again. We are very grateful and everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good morning Mike! This is Veronica, I just wanted to thank you for you hospitality. My family and I really enjoyed our stay at your cabin. My kids were mesmerized with the views around it, we felt as we never left home. Your cabin is beautiful,and cozy. We had a greater experience.. HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here during our visit to Yosemite. It is about 35 minutes from the west entrance of the park. The kitchen was well stocked. The Pioneer market is 10 minutes away so we cooked in dinner for 2 nights. The prices at Pioneer Market were very reasonable for a vacation town. It was great to have a washer and dryer and laundry detergent was provided. The common spaces were very spacious and the cabin itself was charming. The bathrooms have a bit of an odd setup, but has everything you need. The host was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again if we visit Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025