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The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park

Escape to this charming retreat for an intimate connection with nature's grandeur. Let your worries fade as you unwind under starry skies near majestic Yosemite Valley.

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Exterior
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 8116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park

We call our cabin, The Ahweanee,' because we designed it in the motif of the grand Ahwahnee Hotel, but at only 1,250 square feet of house and another 1,250 square feet of deck, it is so much smaller. Master bedroom has a queen bed plus den. There is also a sofa bed in the great room with an extra mattress for the sofa bed stored in the master closet.
Keywords: bedrooms, den, full kitchen, two baths, laundry, large deck, hot tub, Yosemite Valley views, cozy, close to Yosemite Valley, sleeps up to eight, house, clean, BBQ, inside Yosemite National Park

Property manager

Jessica Chaney

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside is fine if your ashtray has water in it

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
This property uses solar energy
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

Ahweanee Foresta Yosemite National Park Cabin
Ahweanee Foresta Cabin
Ahweanee Foresta Yosemite National Park
Ahweanee Foresta
The Ahweanee in Foresta Yosemite National Park
The Ahweanee in Foresta, Yosemite National Park Cabin

About the area

Map
Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Valley - 6 min drive
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 19 min drive
  • Tunnel View - 19 min drive
  • El Capitan - 19 min drive
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Stanislaus National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Yosemite Valley. Yosemite National Park and El Portal Market are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Ahweanee in Foresta, Inside Yosemite National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

We loved our stay at The Ahweanee. The cabin is located in a beautiful spot with amazing views from the deck. What made our stay more special was how well it is stocked for a family with a good washer and dryer, grill, oven and a big fridge along with central cooling and wifi! All meals we cooked easily from home. We slept so well and were at Yosemite village in 15 minutes by car. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly B.

Great location
Great location and easy drive to the Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

John B.

Great location in the Park but away from the crowds in valley.
Very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Great Place
The house was clean, spacious and close to the Valley! Great communication with management. As my 17 year old daughter stated, “I think this is my favorite house we have ever stayed at on vacation.”
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon s.

Super cabin and location
Well stocked and maintained house in beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Judith S.

Great location!
The location of the house was perfect for seeing Yosemite. The house was comfortable and as advertised. I would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Good location: within Yosemite but away from the crowds and, therefore, peaceful and quiet. The house appearance, outside and in, was outstanding. Immediately comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K., Pittsburgh, PA

great Yosemite getaway
Wonderful cabin in prime Yosemite location. Few minutes drive down the valley, yet secluded and off the beaten path. Great amenities and lots of space. Hot tub was awesome after a long day of hiking. Would absolutely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Wonderful family vacation
Perfect property located inside park and just a short drive to Valley! Beautiful views from the huge deck. We loved the doors to the deck that we could open and enjoy the air. Property owner is so nice and responsive. Highly recommend and I hope to return again !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Great Cabin, Great Location
Cabin is in the park. Don’t have to deal with the long lines at the entry everyday. Quiet and secluded. Star show every night. Kitchen is well furnished.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Cozy, comfy, and spacious getaway.
We had a most wonderful stay. The home had everything we needed. We will come again next year. The happy cabin was our get away but also home base for our adventures. Half Dome, Tanaya Lake, Tuolumne Meadows and Redwood Grove. The cabin's location was peaceful and serene and conveniently close to the Yosemite Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Lovely cabin inside the park
This private home is located just above the Yosemite Valley floor. The home is lovely inside and out. We enjoyed the stars at night and coffee on the deck in the morning. We hiked, skied at Badger Pass, and enjoyed the view. A fun and relaxing get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Beautiful location!
Staying in Yosemite and close to the valley (25 min) makes the trip so much more enjoyable. We could get anywhere within the park in about an hour and avoided the long entrance lines. There was also a lot of wildlife off the deck which we loved seeing. Unit is very clean and owners are very responsive. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRISH R.

Perfect Yosemite getaway
This place is perfectly located for a visit in Yosemite! We were in the valley within 20 minutes and we loved that we could get away from the crowds easily. The house was perfect for two couples. It was comfortable and unlike many rentals we've stayed in, this place was well stocked with everything we needed. If I had one wish, it would be that the hot tub needs to be turned up higher. It's currently maxed at 100 and having a spa of my own, 103 is optimal especially after a 16-mile hike in Yosemite. Other than that, this place has everything we wanted/needed. We'll definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Great peaceful house close to park!
It was so great to stay at this wonderful house and only have to drive about 25 minutes to Yosemite Valley! We bought all our groceries at Pioneer Market in Mariposa and cooked all meals except one with a well stocked kitchen. We also especially loved opening the glass “wall” every evening to enjoy the outdoors . We could not have asked for a better place for the 4 of us to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Magnificent
A hidden gem in full view of Yosemite Valley. Full kitchen with coffee and tea to boot! We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wanda T.

AMAZING..
The home was AMAZING. It was everything and more... We had EXCELLENT directions to the property.. Property was very clan and very well maintained.. Our family cannot wait to return

10/10 Excellent

Caleb R.

Weekend getaway
Spent 4 days here as a base camp for hiking, climbing and fishing in Yosemite Valley and Tuolomne Meadows. You can’t ask for a better location! 15 min to the Valley and 1 hr to the Meadows. Quiet location. Well equipped house with just about everything you need. Owner was polite and communicated well throughout the process. We plan on staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Perfect location!
My family and I had a wonderful stay at the Ahweanee in Foresta. The location was a short drive to the valley. My kids enjoyed the property. It was easy to communicate with Alex. Look forward to coming back next year! =)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Really only problem was initially had tv issues. The book says turn it on and enjoy but it wasnt quite that easy. Owner was responsive. Otherwise only problem was in the kitchen. Weirdly, there were no paper towels or sponges. Because a grocery store was more than 30 minutes away, this omission was a bit challenging. Otherwise, lovely and comfy in a great location. So nice that we didn’t have to leave and re-enter the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan D., Santa Clara, CA USA

Great Home Base!
This was a great home base for exploring Yosemite during our stay. The house had everything that we needed and Foresta had several nice walks or hikes including to the Forest waterfall. Our 2 year old daughter loved exploring the house and the toys and books that they had included and it was great to be able to stay in a house that was within 30 minutes of the valley - though do keep the distance in mind in your planning if you might have to go back and forth a lot (for example, to get back for naps). Would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Lovely & Well Located
This property was perfect for our stay. Our activities were off site all day so we were there for breakfast, dinner, card games, and sleep. It was clean. Well stocked. Property owner was responsive. Everything worked well except the hot tub which took a long time to fill and heat, making it not useful when we needed it most after the first day of hiking. I’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F., St. Louis, MO

Sunny, quiet cabin
We loved our stay at the Ahweanee. Perfect for a family of 4, but could easily sleep more. The opening wall was wonderful. The hotub a perfect end to the day and we could see stars for miles! Alex was so easy to work with and great communication. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Only 1/2 hr from village! Two private bedrooms each with a full bathroom! Large living areas that open up to a large deck! Level parking and level entry! Fully stocked kitchen! Good WiFi! Beautiful ceiling to floor wall mural of the waterfalls! There was a washer and dryer! We loved the air conditioning! This is 5 star property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsey G.

Disliked: Check-in
Great location and comfortable but some issues
We had a good stay here once we were able to get into the house--the message we received with check-in information provided both the wrong house number and wrong door code. We could not reach the property manager to get the correct code (granted, we arrived at around 11pm and VRBO was able to eventually reach them), but fortunately we guessed the correct code. The wifi also went out completely 2 days into our stay. The house did have everything we needed and proximity to the valley was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024