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Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples

Unwind with your partner in this serene escape surrounded by nature’s beauty. Create lasting memories together while enjoying forested views from your private deck.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

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

Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples

Planning a romantic getaway to Yosemite? Lucky you! With its stunning vistas and wild beauty, there are few other places that kindle romance quite like Yosemite.

Of course, you’ll want accommodations to match, and our Serenity Suite offers what few places in Yosemite can—a luxury home that’s private and peaceful. Designed as perfect for a couple, it’s the perfect setting to create lasting memories together. Located at 5,500 feet, it provides an escape from high temperatures on the Valley floor in summer and proximity to fun at Badger Pass in the winter.

Located inside the park gate, in the Yosemite West neighborhood, Serenity Suite is approximately 20-30 minutes from popular attractions, including the Valley floor and its breathtaking waterfalls, Glacier Point, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees. It sure beats long drives from outside the gates or sitting in lines for hours! Even lodging just a few miles outside the gates can mean over 1-hour waits or being forced to start vacation days before 7 am to beat the crowds. Not so at Serenity Suite! Start each day on your own schedule.

Serenity Suite is of modern construction, and you can feel the care that went into every detail, including high-end finishes such as handcrafted Shaker-style cabinets and top-notch kitchen appliances. Guests always rave about the quality and comfort of this beautiful home, from the very comfortably outfitted King bed to the large covered deck. We’ve finished the home with marble countertops in the bathroom, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a soothing jetted tub. You’ll be tempted to spend your whole vacation lounging inside! The home is fully equipped - towels, linens, dishes, cookware. You only need to bring yourself, your food/drink, and a good time!

As you can see in our pictures, the living area and bedroom are connected. In fact, the whole suite boasts an open floor plan and extra high lofted ceilings that both make the space feel much bigger than it is. There are windows all around the main room, so you’ll enjoy plenty of light and incredible views of the woods while relaxing in front of a cozy fire. The dining area seats four, and the spacious kitchen comes fully equipped. Also unique is central air conditioning for your comfort, more functional than mini-splits and not common in our area.

Outside you’ll find a huge covered deck with a barbecue. As from the inside of Serenity Suite, you’ll enjoy forested views all around you when relaxing outside with morning coffee or your evening refreshments. It’s nearly impossible to find this kind of private retreat elsewhere in Yosemite and still stay central to everything.

Serenity Suite is located below our other unit, Royal Retreat (which sleeps up to 4 people). All of your space is separate and private including your parking area, entrance and deck. The entrance to the suite is down an 18-step stairway which is extra wide to make it easy to get luggage in and out. PLEASE NOTE: because this is a lower unit, you will hear footfall and other sounds of occupancy coming from the unit above. While we built the home with soundproofing and our guests to date have been satisfied, please expect this.

This perfectly situated couples retreat is already booking for the 2024 season. Contact us today to make your reservation!

TV/Entertainment: There is no TV service at our home. We have a DVD video library with a variety of titles including Yosemite related films. Streaming entertainment is available using your own entertainment account.

Cell Service: There is NO cell service at our home. We provide a landline phone with long distance calling options. We can advise you on areas of the park with cell service. Wi-Fi calling is available to support the use of your cell phone without a cellular signal.

Internet and Wi-Fi: We live in a remote area. Internet is Starlink Satellite. Due to the forested and mountainous location, certain functions such as live video (i.e. Zoom) are generally limited and performance will vary.

Maximum occupancy: Normally 2 people. Infants under 6 months can be added to this maximum at no charge. Seasonally we may offer this for booking for 3 people, which would be 3 people, any age, no exception for adding infants. There is a charge for the 3rd person, even if they are under 2 years old, except there is no charge for infants under 6 months old.

Property manager

Holly Webb

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 770 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Yosemite, CA

What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 6 min drive
  • Yosemite Valley - 17 min drive
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 19 min drive
  • Tunnel View - 20 min drive
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Yosemite View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples located?

This family-friendly Yosemite National Park holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Valley and Badger Pass Ski Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Bob W.

AVERAGE
average, average average, nothing special, nothing to remember, noting to return for, just OK
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Perfect park location
Beautiful King bed and generous room accommodations- loved the fireplace after a long day of hiking. Close to the park,convenient within the park stay. Would def reccomdend to anyone coming to Yosemite!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Five Stars!
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in Serenity Suite. The owners truly thought of everything to make us feel ready for our stay and to make us comfortable while we were there. It was a great place to "come home to" after enjoying Yosemite Park. The bed was especially comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Yosemite Stay
It was a great cabin/condo for two people. Kitchen was well furnished. Wonderful deck with great view and grill. Short drive to Yosemite Valley. Highly recommend this property! Must add that the jacuzzi tub was an added bonus after a day of hiking.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., null

Great convenient wonderful place for Yosemite trip by
We stayed three nights at this warm, convenient, and comfortable place. The fireplace was well-appreciated after our wintry days in Yosemite. Holly was extremely friendly and responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Yosemite Hiking
Fabulous place to stay in the park. Clean condo with all the amenities. Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eden R.

Yosemite Get-a-way
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Hot shower and comfortable bed were much appreciated after our wonderful hay hikes each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl H.

Amazing cabin!
This place was perfect! It was quiet, secluded but also extremely easy to get to! It’s perfectly located to give a nice drive to the valley but not too far where it becomes taxing after a long day of hiking. The cabin is very comfortable as well providing all the amenities required for an easy stay in the mountains! The WiFi worked great, no issues there!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen J.

Great Suite for seeing Yosemite
Great little suite for my wife and I while we visited Yosemite. We stayed five nights. The place was very organized and clean. Great location for getting around the park. Tons of information in the suite and provided via correspondence with the owners. We would absolutely use this suite again, if we come back to the park in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Great place to stay in Yosemite
Our stay at Serenity Suite was perfect, everything we needed in the perfect location. It was a great place to stay inside the park. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Yosemite
Great place to see everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Awesome Stay!!
This property was everything we could have asked for and more at Yosemite. The location is central to Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point, and Mariposa Grove - and within the park gates! We had an amazing time exploring the park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Great owner
Owners were great, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Great location to enjoy Yosemite
This was a great location to enjoy Yosemite Park. Space was very comfortable and well stocked with everything you need. Hope to come back again some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K., Naperville, IL

Fabulous Yosemite Stay!
Serenity Suite was perfect for our visit to Yosemite. The location was great and the space was larger than expected. Holly and Jeff thought of everything! The level of communication from them as well as information provided to help us have a successful trip was above and beyond. I highly recommend staying at this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

AMAZING!
This location is perfect for exploring Yosemite Valley! You only have to enter the park once and are in! We loved every minute of our stay! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

Absolutely great!
This was up there with the best vacation rental we've stayed in. It was sparkling clean, it had everything you need for a feel at home experience and more. Holly and Jeff are very helpful and friendly. Location is great. Not really in National Park land but access is only thru the natioal park road. It's about 40 min to the Village due to 35mph road limit, but you feel you are in park land because Yosemite West is just as pristine a land. Beautiful!!! We'll stay again and would recommend it 100%.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica e.

The Perfect Hideaway
Conveniently located inside the park, so you can avoid the entry line every day! This cabin had everything we needed and was the perfect getaway for our anniversary. Very quiet and comfortable. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marjorie M.

Great!
Convenient position within the park, comfortable and very well equipped to the highest standard. Owners have thought of everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher G.

Beautiful Condo near Yosemite Valley
My wife and I stayed here during an April trip to Yosemite, and we loved the place. It was really clean, well-furnished, and the house and its setting (among towering evergreens) are absolutely beautiful. At only about a 15-minute drive from the Tunnel View of Yosemite Valley, this location is convenient to the valley attractions. It's at a much higher elevation than the valley floor, and we often found the place in the fog of clouds. We returned on a rainy afternoon in the park to find a light dusting of snow on the ground in the Yosemite West community - it rapidly melted off, but was a testament to how the weather can be very different between the valley floor and the higher-elevation condo. There is an upstairs unit directly above, but noise from occupants up there seemed limited and tolerable. All in all, this place was wonderful and we loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Everything was perfect
We absolutely loved our stay at Serenity Suite in early June. My husband and I planned a full weekend of hiking, and it was such a treat to come back to Serenity Suite at the end of each day. Holly and Jeff have thought of every detail to make guests comfortable. The kitchen was well-stocked and easy to cook meals in each night. The location was peaceful and beautiful, and the suite so clean and well-cared for. We are planning to return as soon as we can!

10/10 Excellent

Russ M., Auburn Hills, MI USA

Serenity Suite
We loved our stay at Serenity Suite! The location is a perfect cozy home base for exploring Yosemite. Serenity Suite is the lower level of a two story cottage. It is spacious as advertised, beautifully furnished, and we were very comfortable for our four night stay. There is a nice private deck in the back where we occasionally saw some Yosemite mule deer and birds coming into the yard to eat some berries. Our host Holly was very helpful, sending an email head of our stay with good suggestions for groceries and gas on our way in. She answered questions quickly. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed our stay. Would certainly consider booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic suite
My husband and I are currently staying at serenity suite and it is fabulous. Holly was so organized and helpful through the booking process and the way this place is kept up shows those qualities. She and Jeff provided a welcome basket. There was plenty of your needed items (shampoo, toilet paper, salt, Epsom salt, dish detergent, etc.) I don't typically leave reviews but this place was so fantastic that I felt I had to let others know.

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne W.

Organized - and serene
Organized and serene. Owners left information and were available to answer questions No wonder this Vrbo gets 5 star reviews. Older individuals need to know lots of steps to go down with luggage- but the view is pretty and the steps are lighted at night. Did hear some footsteps upstairs but it was minimal
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sherri a., Oklahoma City

Great location inside the Gorgeous Yosemite National Park!
Serenity Suite was a great place to come back to each night after hiking and exploring the park. It has everything you need. We watched movies at night, cooked on the grill outside on the patio and soaked in the jetted tub. It's tucked away in a nice neighborhood. Great directions were given by Holly and Jeff to get there in the dark! We were amazed at the beauty we were seeing everyday. We will be back and hope to stay in Serenity Suite again! One suggestion would be to put a comfy mattress topper on the bed:) Loved being able to see the fireplace and tv from the bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015