The Little Lodge~ A Very Cool Cabin Close to Yosemite *Spa* in Yosemite

"We had a fantastic time!! The House was perfect for our group and the kids absolutely loved it here!" 

***FALL FOLIAGE SPECIAL*** Fall is a fantastic time to visit Yosemite as the best time to see that awesome, Autumn color is the last two weeks of October through the first two weeks of November. The weather is cooler (typically mid 60's by day) and the crowds have gone home so take advantage of this offer, book at least four nights from October 27th through November 17th and get 15% off your already low, off-season nightly rate (makes it just $165/night!)

Serenely set near Yosemite National Park, this Lodge-Like, classy yet rustic vacation home with a Hot Tub is set just just 4 miles outside the Gold Rush town of Mariposa and welcomes families and friends traveling together who are hoping to find that perfect place, close to Yosemite with plenty of personal touches, lots of room, a GREAT location and all the comforts of home.

The Little Lodge is a one-of-a-kind 1500 sq. ft. 2.5 bedroom, 2 bath Cabin set amongst GIANT, native trees on 7 secluded acres and is conveniently close to Yosemite, Mariposa, the Merced River Canyon and the legendary Gold Rush region along historic Hwy 49.

A relaxing, rustic retreat, The Lodge is comfortably furnished, has a fully equipped Country Kitchen with modern appliances and an awesome, sunken living room with large, stone, wood-burning fireplace (ample firewood included), 20' redwood cathedral ceilings, Piano, and vast picture windows overlooking the forest and beyond.

* THE BEDROOMS *
The unique and spacious bedrooms all have wonderful views to the surrounding trees and mountains.  The Master Bedroom has a King-size bed, a sitting/reading area and a lovely daybed with trundle - A family of up to four can comfortably stay in this room. There is a small private patio area off this room as well which also offers easy wheelchair access, the kitchen and full bathroom are also on this same level.

The upstairs bedroom also has a King-size bed as well as a loveseat, it's own full bath and separate Satellite receiver, TV, and DVD/VCR player. There are vaulted ceilings with skylights, a twin size bed in the Nook half-bedroom and a twin-sleeper in the loveseat making it large enough for a family of four as well. The "nook" is a small room off this bedroom, great for kids! There is a Queen size sleeper sofa and an Aero bed in the living room for additional guests, if needed.

We welcome and encourage families with young children and offer the use of a variety of baby/child items. We have gates, highchair, booster seat, crib/porta-crib, stroller, books and toys and the home is exceptionally child friendly as well as thoughtfully baby-proofed.

There is a large, open, courtyard area that is complete with Badminton and swing set, kid's playhouse & slide, a seasonal campfire pit surrounded by an abundance of old growth, fruit bearing trees. If you're traveling with older children that need room to explore then this is the place to be. There is plenty of room to roam, a separate satellite TV/DVD, hills to climb and games to play.

We now invite you to come and wind your way up to this secret hideaway and enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of local wine outside on the brick patio while enjoying the sunset through the trees. Take a short hike around the property or simply relax in front of the fire or enjoy the STARS from the open-air Hot Tub, the possibilities are endless here in this exceptionally clean, easy to find, well-appointed retreat.

*** LOCATION ***

4 hours from Los Angeles

2.5 hours from the Greater SF Bay Area/San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento and San Jose International Airports

1 hour from Fresno International Airport

25 minutes from Yosemite National Park

The Little Lodge sits adjacent to the small mountain community of Midpines and while ideally located for enjoying all that Yosemite and its surrounding areas have to offer, it is also perfect for folks keen on being able to just sit back, relax and enjoy themselves in their own peaceful, private paradise (and never encounter the tourists!).

When vacationing at The Little Lodge, you'll avoid both the crowds AND the traffic and yet Yosemite National Park is only a 28 mile drive away via the beautiful all weather highway which meanders through the Wild and Scenic Merced River Canyon.

The Merced River Recreation Area at Briceburg is just 8 miles away and has small, sandy beaches just perfect for picnics, wading, and summertime swimming. The river is also great for fishing, hiking, camping, wild life viewing, and for the even more adventurous, white-water rafting and kayaking. There are several commercial rafters who provide trips down portions of the river.
Guests can easily enjoy Yosemite's south entrance too which is up Hwy. 41, outside of Oakhurst.

Traveling that direction you'll find things to see and do such as the world famous Mariposa Grove's Giant Sequoias, Goat Meadow Winter Sports Area where you can let the kids play and sled in the snow, beautiful Bass Lake with it's water sports, beaches and restaurants and the historic Sugar Pine Railroad adventure, just to name a few.

Located at 3000' in elevation, The Lodge does get an occasional yet manageable amount of snow without causing difficult access or travel. There are great hills for sledding and incredible, peek-a-boo views of the distant snow capped trees and mountains beyond.

NOTE: When planning your itinerary, please keep in mind that we tend to book up well in advance.  First Paid is first booked so please CALL to reserve.

AND...: If you are looking for a larger accommodation capacity, please see our listing "WoW, What a View..." Yosemite Vacation Rental here on VacationRentalsdotCom, it sleeps up to 8 and is only four miles away!

~ New, Large high-end Hot Tub
~ New, name brand QUALITY mattresses
~ Two King beds, 3 Twin beds, Queen and Twin sofa beds
~ Full and twin-size Aero Beds as well as crib and porta-crib
~ Additional sleeping capacity is available

~ PIANO
~ FoosBall Table
~ Board Games and Children's Toys
~ Extensive selection of baby and children's items
~ Badminton, Swing Set, Outdoor Play Area
~ High-Speed Internet 
~ VCR and DVD players
~ Stereo with CD player in living room
~ Satellite TV w/HBO in living room AND upstairs bedroom
~ Separate Satellite Receivers

~ Fresh, plentiful perfume free linens provided
~ All Paper Products Provided
~ Two full bathrooms
~ 7 beautiful forested Acres to explore
~ Gas grill (BBQ)
~ Comfortable Outdoor furniture
~ Cathedral ceilings with skylights

~ Beautiful Stone Fireplace with plentiful firewood provided
~ Full kitchen with modern appliances, microwave, blender
~ Coffee maker, coffee grinder
~ Extensive quality cooking utensils provided
~ Dishwasher
~ Indoor Washer/Dryer
~ Phone
~ Heating and Cooling systems

~ Your well-behaved dog is welcome
~ RV parking w/electrical hookup also available

~We use earth-friendly, natural products in all of our homes~
~Members of Sierra Club and Audubon Society~

***Professional, in-home massage therapy is now available during
your stay, by appointment here.***

Awe-Inspiring architecture, beautiful furnishings and decor, quality beds and an incredible setting make this one-of-a-kind place the ideal vacation rental! Escape the hectic pace of everyday life and relax here in this magical mountain getaway.

"Enjoyed your facilities which made our group of senior hikers most comfortable. The Hot Tub was used daily by most of our group to loosen our sore muscles from hiking. Kirsty, Jerry & Evan: You treated us like family and we greatly appreciated your friendship and accommodations, hope our paths cross again."

Guests here will find a complete book of favorite places and super suggestions for travelers to refer to when planning their stay.

The array of activities right on and around this delightful property is impressive. Hike the grounds and discover relics left behind by the 49er miners or simply meander through acre upon acre of giant Cedars, Oaks and Pines as well as Dogwoods, Maples and fruit trees.

"We had a wonderful time hot tubbing, grilling delicious meals, visiting Yosemite, Bass Lake, and swimming in the Merced River. I even found a great path off this road just yards from here where I went jogging. We spent five nights enjoying the Little Lodge, the one mistake was that we should have stayed a week instead!"

Enjoy nearby Fishing, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Biking, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing, Bird Watching(!), Gold Panning, Shopping, Restaurants and Live Theater. Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Swimming, Boating, Jet Skiing, Rafting, Downhill Skiing, Cross Country Skiing and sledding as well
as great local wine tasting and Golf.

You can enjoy downtown Mariposa's historic charm, it's art galleries, antique and gift shops as well as the California State Mining Exhibit and the Mariposa Gold Country Museum. You can also visit its history center and California's oldest operating courthouse, or Tour local wineries and taste some of the area's award-winning mountain wines.

"We had a great time here! Loved the town; this area, cabin, and people are wonderful! Thanks for everything, it was a most enjoyable time and a definite must come again.

"Thank you for a cozy, quaint, and beautiful way to spend Mother's Day. The flowers here are beautiful and the waterfalls at Yosemite were spectacular! It was a pleasure to work with you and your home was perfect."

All emails and phone messages returned promptly within 1-12 hrs. PLEASE click on the calendar link at the TOP of this page for convenient, up-to-date availability.

***Peak-Season Rates: April through September and Holidays***
$235 per night
$1500 per week (7 nights)

***Off-Season Rates: October through March excluding Holidays***
$195 per night
$1300 per week (7 nights)

~ Cleaning Fee:  $65 for 2 guests, $90 for 3-8 guests
~ 11% combined tax/assessment applied to all nightly rates
~ $250 Security Deposit Required at Time of Reservation 
~ Pets always considered - $15/night, negotiable - Restrictions DO apply
~ Two to seven night minimum stay required
~ Minimum stays dependent on Season and availability ~ Please Inquire
~ Rates based on up to four guests, max. of ten (pls ask for details)
~ Additional guests 15/night, small children stay free
~ Security deposits are fully refundable within 7 days of departure
minus any possible damages and/or extraordinary cleaning fees

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice