You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor
Carved plaques with antlers from Austria decorate the high walls and antlered chandeliers hang from the vaulted ceilings. The spacious Yosemite Copper Bear Lodge has cathedral-like windows for views of the forest and distant mountains. The interior space has plenty of comfortable lounge areas in plush leather furniture facing large picture windows. Small mountain creeks babble and meander by the outside decks. Rocking chairs line the deck for resting your feet and enjoying a serene evening after a long day of hiking in the high country or leisurely wandering around the valley floor. The deck also has a 4-burner Blackstone griddle for enjoying outdoor cooking. The great room has a large stone fireplace. A 42-inch flat screen television and blu-ray are available for watching a movie. The dream kitchen is fully equipped for creating your favorite meals. The dining table can seat approximately ten. The open floor plan and large dining table are ideal for spending quality family time. Phone for unlimited local calls. The decor is warm and inviting, and really encourages communal gathering. The home is surrounded by dogwoods, wild azaleas, maples, large white firs, pine, and cedar. The home has two queen beds, two twin beds, and two bunk beds (one with trundle). There is a pool table, mini arcade, game table, and board games in the loft. The loft has leather high-back chairs for reading. There are trails close to the house for hiking. In case there is a power outage in the Park, the house now has an emergency generator that will automatically start to provide power for you and your family. The lodge is perfectly situated within the park gates in a quiet cul-de-sac and away from the park crowds. From the house, you can reach the valley or Glacier Point or Mariposa Grove in about 25 - 30 minutes. You will love returning at the end of a day of hiking or other outdoor activity to this beautiful property which is tucked away inside the Park. .
Property manager
Steve
Languages
Danish, English, German
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Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
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Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.
Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.
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 not allowed
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property is also known as
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor House
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor House
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Minutes Valley Floor
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor
Luxury Home Inside Yosemite Gates Only Minutes From Valley Floor
About the neighborhood
Yosemite National Park, CA
What's nearby
Yosemite National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Yosemite Valley - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
Badger Pass Ski Area - 16 min drive - 11.7 km
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 37 min drive - 33.6 km
El Portal Market - 43 min drive - 38.8 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
The River Restaurant & Lounge - 42 min drive
Parkside Pizza - 42 min drive
Yosemite View Restaurant & Lounge - 42 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor located?
Located in Yosemite West, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Valley and Badger Pass Ski Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The home was fabulous and centrally located within Yosemite National Park. The host left us a fabulous welcome basket of goodies. The lock on door was easy to use. It was truly a trophy home that we were grateful to stay in.
The house is absolutely spectacular - they've thought of every little detail, down to the delightful gift baskets they left - including a birthday gift for my mom, whose birthday we were celebrating! The location is perfect, and we wished we had more time to just hang out at the house, it was so lovely.
We enjoyed our stay at Copper Bear Lodge. It was the perfect “base camp” for our first trip to Yosemite NP. All the small touches were much appreciated. Beautiful home.
Copper Bear Lodge is the perfect home base to explore Yosemite. Steve has a gorgeous home, well appointed with everything you need to be comfortable. We especially enjoyed using the Blackstone grill and the lovely porch. The kids made good use of the mini arcade, and we saw four bears during our stay!
The house is immaculately cared for and obviously loved. The kitchen was extraordinarily well stocked with everything you might need. This is the ideal place to relax and socialize. Due to its close proximity to the valley floor we were able to do several early morning hikes and watch the sun come up. Quite simply if you are planning a trip to yosemite this is the perfect place.
Such a lovely home and an amazing location! Our group was comfortable and were able to make it into the valley before the crowds. We hope to stay again some time!
Best vacation house we've ever stayed in. The host pays great attention to a lot of details to make the house so inviting and convenient for all ages. Lots of kitchenware's, a variety of bathroom stuff. To name a thing, they have two kinds of chalks you can use for the pool table! Would be willing to return and see bears again in future.
The property was awesome. It was clean and well stocked. The host was extremely responsive and offered many useful tips regarding the area. I would definitely stay there again.
The Copper Bear Lodge is a perfect location to explore Yosemite. Located central to everything, the home was well appointed with everything you’d need for your stay. Our party of eight was comfortable throughout our stay. Highly recommend this property during your stay in Yosemite.
If you have decided to visit Yosemite, look no further for a place to stay! This is one of the most beautiful, pristine and stunning homes that my family has ever stayed in and sits perfectly accessable to the majestic Yosemite National Park. The home was fully stocked not missing any details, beyond clean and was an pleasurable experience working with the owner and the caretaker to make our trip nothing short of perfect. We will be back!
Our family stayed at this beautiful home for 5 nights and I can't say enough about how much it added to the overall enjoyment of our trip. We had multiple generations stay and everyone felt very comfortable and at home during our entire visit. After long days out hiking and enjoying the beauty of Yosemite, it was such a treat to come back to a place that was so well appointed, sit on the deck, play games and make family meals together. We look forward to coming back again, Steve was incredibly helpful during the process.
We traveled from Seattle and met some family from Minnesota at this beautiful home. Well appointed and well stocked with everything you might need (and more). Pool table was a hit with the kids (and adults). Communication with property owner was prompt and informative. Home is ~30 minutes to Yosemite Valley, so very convenient yet tranquil, private location.
Be mindful of LOTS of stairs to get to front door. Not a problem for our family, but if you have accessibility issues or difficulty with stairs, you may want to look elsewhere.
Overall, a beautiful, comfortable, and well situated property.
If you're planning a visit to Yosemite, you can't do any better than this property. The house is beautiful. It was well stocked with all sorts of food and toiletry essentials, linens, towels, games, puzzles, etc. There is a well appointed kitchen, numerous beds (two sets of bunk beds, two twin beds, and what seemed to be two double beds), a gas fireplace, and a full size washer and dryer. The valley floor is less than 30 minutes away. We loved exploring the park by day and coming home to cook and enjoy the house at night. Our mixed group (adults, kids, and seniors) were delighted and would love to visit again.
Beautiful house, tons of space with a big open design great for family gatherings/reunions. Kitchen was immaculately labeled and had everything we needed and more. Spice rack, every pot and pan and piece of plateware imaginable, and generous welcome gifts of snacks of bath products.
Whip fast wifi and fun collection of DVDs made our stay modern and nostalgic. Perfect distance from the park, making travel and traffic a breeze (we went in the late October).
Host communicated easily and openly, accommodating an earlier check in and even advising tire chains based on the weather forecast-- a proactive tip even though the snow blew over and we didn't need them. Nonetheless, appreciated it. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
We had lovely time at this beautiful home! This is our second stay, and we enjoyed it just as much as the first visit. We stayed during the February winter blizzard 2023, and there was 5+ feet of snow. Most of the park was completely shut down, but we were nice and cozy in this house. The generator came in handy during this storm and the house was well stocked with plenty of games, movies, billiards and the arcade to keep our kids busy. The kitchen is also very well stocked and the entire house is clean and beautiful. The caretaker, Michael was very helpful with road conditions and the owner, Steve was very responsive. Thanks for a lovely visit! We will be back next year!
We really enjoyed our stay for Thanksgiving week. The home was spacious, clean and provided the perfect "cabin" experience at Yosemite. But "cabin" would be understating this unique property. It has all the modern amenities you could ask for...great kitchen and family room, cool game room with arcade and pool table with ample space for everyone to spread out. The location was perfect for us to do our day trips into the Yosemite Valley for dinners, hiking and exploring. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a few thoughtful and awesome care packages with Thanksgiving as the theme. It didn't stop there as there were spa care packages in the bathrooms. The owners really thought of everything! There was an abundance of everything you could ask for and perfectly organized. I would highly recommend this gem of a property for its location and the perfect mountain home experience. Cheers!
When I first considered booking the Copper Bear, it had nothing but a perfect 5 star rating with tons of reviews which I thought was suspect bc I've never seen that before for any vacation property.
After staying there for 6 days, its perfect 5-star rating is well deserved. We've stayed in all kinds of vacation homes and this one is on another level. The house is immaculate and perfect for hanging out as family and friends and also have plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen is a chef's dream and great for a group or family dinners. Location is great. You're secluded on a cul-a-sac and a quick 25-min drive down to the valley or Glacier Point.
On top of the accommodations, the hospitality of the caretaker and owner are as good as it gets. Always responded quickly to answer questions I had before our stay.
Would highly recommend for anyone making a trip to Yosemite that they consider this home. It simply doesn't get any better than this.
My family could not have been happier at this property! A perfect respite during a snowstorm, we had loads of games, ample kitchen space to cook, every cooking utensil we might need, and movies for the end of the night. Our only request would be a bluetooth speaker! Otherwise, we were all extremely comfortable.
My husband, 2 of our adult children, and I stayed in this beautiful house for a week. We have never rented a house so well equipped; from kitchen utensils, towels, down to replacement batteries for the smoke detector. It was even better than we had imagined. We hiked every day and it was so nice to have a beautiful & comfortable place to eat, relax, & sleep. The host went above and beyond in providing all we could need or want. Would highly recommend and would love to visit again!
The house was absolutely amazing! It was warm, inviting, spotless and supplied every amenity you could imagine! We did have a little problem with no hot water a couple times and Michael the onsite care taker was Johnny on the spot to help. We also aren't very IT savvy so getting the TV to cooperate with our electronics was a challenge until once again Michael came to the rescue. The location of the house is wonderful although located in a culdesak where there technically are neighbors you still enjoy the peace and serenity of the woods. We even got the opportunity to witness 3 bears walking from the woods next to the house to the culdesak in front of the house. Simply amazing! HIGHLY recommend booking this wonderful retreat away from home!
Excellent trip to Yosemite! This house was clean, incredibly well stocked, and well located to access all that Yosemite has to offer. The games kept the kids busy after hiking and the outdoor spaces offered a welcome respite after a day of exploring. Would highly recommend!