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Bear Crossing

Escape to this peaceful haven inside Yosemite National Park where nature's beauty is just steps away.

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Outdoor spa tub
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Crossing

Every day you can choose between world-class Yosemite sites or explore Secret Yosemite sites off the beaten path by hiking out our back door. Wawona has many swimming holes, several natural waterslides that kids love, and two beloved, easy hikes. The Meadow Loop and The Swinging Bridge. To easily access wilderness, which few do, just go out our back door. Google Secret Yosemite Wawona, South Fork of the Merced Wild and Scenic Recreation Corridor, or Best California Swimming Holes on the Chilnuala Falls Trail (pick up Timothy H. Joyce's book, Swimming Holes of California for descriptions and directions too often private swimming holes, some within only a 15-minute hike and/or boulder scramble. Please always use recommended precautions to hike and swim safely.


Other nearby attractions include a Yosemite Visitor Center, the historic Wawona Hotel and its unique dining room, the Wawona Hotel lobby with popular pianist and vocalist Tom Bopp, the Wawona Golf Course, the Wawona Library, specializing in Yosemite books and history, the Yosemite Pioneer History Center, the Wawona School Playground and the Wawona stables. There is a local gas station and two markets to pick up last-minute groceries or sundries. Note: hours and services vary throughout the year.


At home, enjoy our 6 people hot tub, air conditioning, wrap-around deck, and large outdoor gas barbeque, while listening to nearby cascading waterfalls (winter, spring, early summer). There is plenty of room for kids to run and play on park property right off your deck where deer, fawns, and squirrels are frequently seen. Watch for the less commonly seen coyotes, woodpeckers, or blue herons by the house or just a few minutes walk to the creek or river. Go exploring!


The loft with a Queen-sized bed is over the kitchen with views out of the many windows as well as overlooking views of the living and dining rooms. There is also a bedroom with two twin beds, a washer and dryer, and a half bath upstairs.

The master bedroom has a Cal King bed and is downstairs along with a bathroom with a shower.


Other Amenities: Enjoy the picture windows that perfectly frame the evergreen forest. This beautiful home is actually inside Yosemite National Park just miles from a Wilderness Trailhead, just a few hundred yards from a peaceful creek and wild and scenic river with many informal trails. Enjoy our books and maps as you plan your activities for the upcoming day.


Parking: 2 cars.


no smoking anywhere on property

propane fireplace in river stone hearth

air conditioning and heating controls for each room

extra pillows of various softness/firmness

a wide array of cooking spices

coffee, teas, hot chocolate sweeteners, creamers

Property manager

Yosemite's Scenic Wonders Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Golf 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bear Crossing Private vacation home
Bear Crossing Yosemite National Park
Bear Crossing Private vacation home Yosemite National Park
1235176312

About the neighborhood

Map
Wawona, CA

What's nearby

  • Wawona Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 6 min drive
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 6 min drive
  • Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias - 8 min drive
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Trees Lodge Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jackalope's Bar & Grill at Tenaya Lodge - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Dining Room/ Wawona Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Crossing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Crossing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Crossing?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Crossing located?

Situated in Yosemite National Park, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Yosemite Cemetery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Bear Crossing Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
winter stay
Great vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Yosemite trip
Great location, well stocked, nice hot tub, set in nature near a beautiful stream, relatively close to the valley village.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Home But Disappointed with Management
Bear Crossing is a cozy house with lots of thought put into making guests feel comfortable. Upon arrival it was clean, welcoming, and easy to access. PROS: It is on a quiet Wawona neighborhood road. It was a nice hike to the swinging bridge and Chilnualna Falls from the home. I was very impressed with how well the kitchen was stocked. The best I have ever come across in all of the VRBO homes we have stayed in. CONS: The stairs in this home are quite steep. Our teenage kids even commented that the stairs scared them. The management company fell a bit short of our expectations. They were responsive when the water heater pilot went out twice, but they were unable to help when we realized there was no cable tv (DISH) available. Apparently roofers had been out working on the home recently and had disconnected the satellite dishes. We actually found them laying on the ground, under the deck. During our week long stay, there was no cable TV available. I understand we are in the mountains and there to enjoy nature, but my 82 year old mother had planned to watch the Olympics and other programs while we were out on adventures. This left her with little to do when we were away. The property manager stated we should get credit for no cable tv available. I reached out to Yosemite Scenic Wonders multiple times regarding a credit. They still have not responded or even apologized for the inconvenience or loss of amenity. We will be sure to stay in a Redwoods property next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Time in Yosemite
I celebrated my birthday at Yosemite with a group of my girl friends and we stayed at this incredible cabin. Check in was easy, cabin was super clean and cozy. Loved the fireplace, kitchen and hot tub! So so nice! Beautiful Wawona hotel nearby you can eat dinner at. There’s a wonderful market nearby, gas station, you name it. And less than an hour drive from Yosemite. I would 100% stay at this cabin again and will recommend to all my family and friends. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
My partner and I enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen, cozy living room, and hot tub. Only con was the small shower, but all the other great things about this property make that easy to overlook. We look forward to visiting again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane S., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Had an absolutely lovely stay at this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic experience
Despite day pass restrictions being in place getting in was super easy, they had my name at the gate. The place was beautiful and in great shape when we arrived. The dishwasher was broken but we were warned ahead of time and so far I've found that dishwashers in rental properties are just broken a lot, so not a big deal. It was hot and there is no a/c but the fans do a good job and we kept the windows and doors open as soon as it cooled down every night and never had a single insect try to get inside. The hot tub was clean and in great shape and after turning the temp down a bit was pretty nice even when it was warm out. The location was incredible, the real point I think, as we were able to do a number of things like go drive 5 minutes and swim in the Merced river several times during the trip that were unique to staying in a spot like this. We had young kids so we didn't do much in the way of longer hikes but even just walking down the roads of wawona was super fun.

10/10 Excellent

Rusty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosmite stay
This cabin was an excellent place to stay as a base for exploring Yosmite. It had all the comforts and location was great. The only issue was there was no AC during the hottest time in a hundred years, but everything else was awesome. Having several trails right out your back door was really cool. Overall this cabin is definitely a must stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and clean
We really loved this property. It was clean, cute, amazingly appointed and perfect for our weekend away. Thanks for a terrific stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Private Yosemite
We absolutely loved our stay at this home in Wawona. There was a creek out back you could hike to and through (recommend water shoes). There were waterfalls, swimming holes, and natural water slides all within walking distance. It was so much less crowded than the Yosemite Valley (although that was still only 45 min away)- our kids begged to go back to Wawona after a day in the Valley! Our 6 yr and 8 yr old boys loved it as did our dog. Giant Sequoias were just a 10 minute drive. Kitchen was well equipped, beds comfortable. Surprisingly AC not needed even in 90+ degree weather due to the great fans and cool nights that kept it cool in house during the day. Wrap around porch and jacuzzi were great. Kids have been begging to go back since we left. Love the Pine Tree Market too. We were so lucky to find this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karin M., Los Altos Hills, CA, USA

Yosemite visit
A quaint, clean, and comfortable stay near Yosemite.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Wawona Gem
I've stayed in this sweet Wawona home 5-6 times over the years. If you love original artwork and crafts, you'll delight in this place. Wherever there could be an artistic touch, you'll find it, from extra handmade quilts in the closets to beautiful handmade ceramic plates from which to dine. The owners have a fantastic eye for artwork that compliments the natural setting. There is wonderful hiking right from Wawona, and you'll be happy there's a well-maintained hot tub on the deck after your day on the trail. You will be in a very quiet area, and there's nothing like the dark starry night sky above you while you soak. Finally, I really appreciated that the owners allowed our well behaved dog to join us on one trip. Yosemite isn't the greatest place to bring a dog, but on that trip we were glad we didn't have to leave her behind.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

RELAX & ENJOY!
I am a neighbor to this rental home, so my very complimentary review is as follows: A lovely home in Wawona, it is I believe a 2 bedroom home, has a beautiful lay out, you have a great large view of the forest right out the back door, very comfortable living area with nice wood burning fireplace, very nice lay out of the kitchen, the whole house is very modern & very comfortable, nice deck on the backside with a hot tub! Very quiet location, river close by & very near to trailhead for amazing hiking.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Galen O.

Great cabin for a less crowded yosemite experience
I've stayed in the cabin multiple times, before it was listed in VRBO, with groups as small as 3 and as big as 6 people. It's a great space full of windows with an amazing view of the forest. It's not in the Valley Directly, though it's only a short drive with a great view away, but thats kind of nice because there are fewer crowds and you're closer to some often missed Yosemite destinations like the Chilnualna Falls (the first waterfall is like 5 minutes away from the cabin), trail right out the back door, the Mariposa Grove and Glacier Point.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Better everytime we visit
My family has enjoyed this home each time we visit Yosemite and each time there are new renovations and special touches, its clear the homeowners take pride in their abode and from the glowing comments in the guess book its clear it has paid off. From the many handmade quilts to the personal touches in the bedrooms, the place is full of wonderful surprises. Out the backdoor is an incredible hike UP a waterfall and you are 5 minutes away from horse guided tours, the famous Wawona Hotel, and the Wawona giant sequoia patch. Its a short jaunt into the valley but keeps you away from the touristy spots for the most. Its also much quicker access to the ski lodge and lookout point of one of the major cliffs...I forget the name but its worth exploring because any direction is full of wonderful adventures
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Probably one of the most fabulous places on the planet
I had an amazing opportunity to spend a week there last fall. It is certainly a trip to remember. Natural beauty is astonishing. If you are an avid hiker, there are endless possibilities to explore with various levels of difficulty. If you enjoy photography, you probably won't stop snapping :) This particular house is located in a very peaceful area surrounded by beautiful trees, and it is not unusual to see deer family grazing in the yard in the morning :) House is roomy and comfortable with all modern amenities. Yet it is decorated in a way that is very quaint and charming. You have a benefit of feeling far from civilization while actually being a driving distance away from anything you need. I highly recommend this and am very much looking forward to coming back some day soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Lovely nest for Yosemite visit
We enjoyed all the warm and homey touches in this comfortable home during our stay - the fully equipped kitchen, the quilts and the beautiful wood. It was a great place to be to walk out the door and hike or to drive a short distance and enjoy Yosemite Park. Having the hot tub was a treat after a long day hiking. The time we spent there balanced the experience of the incredible natural world close at hand to make our time there a good vacation for both restfulness and adventure! We would happily return to this lovely home with the two of us, or family or friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tried and True
We have stayed in this cabin many times--over ten. It is very nice. We love it because it is convenient, clean and well appointed. The property was a great fit for our group. Appliances updated and maximum comfort for all ages. Perfect for Girls getaway. Well located near Wawona amenities, Pine Tree market, golf course, tour buses, gas station, post office. Wish it was cheaper as that is a consideration for us.