With a stay at this vacation home in Yosemite National Park (Yosemite West), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. .This vacation home is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Yosemite Visitor Center and 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from Yosemite Falls.
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
About this property
Entire place
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. .
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Steve
Languages
Danish, English, German
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
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
Laundry facilities
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
Policies
Check-in
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 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
Luxury home inside Yosemite gates and only minutes from valley floor Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sam L., san francisco ca
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Base for Yosemite
House is welcoming, well equipped, comfortable and most of all convenient to Yosemite. Great base for exploring Yosemite and comfortable to come home to after long hikes. Host responsive, flexible and provided clear instructions and guidance. Especially appreciated the Yosemite themed video collection and the many Yosemite recommendations/guides located in the house. Would certainly stay again.
Sam L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter H.
19 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Band of Brothers
My two brothers, one older & one younger, our brother in law and I spent five days tackling day hikes all over the park. In all we racked up 35 miles and 8,000 feet of elevation. Not bad for the Medicare Crew!The house was perfect for our needs. So comfortable, so well-appointed. We could not have asked for better accommodations!
Peter H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nope
2 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The best stay in the park
If you do stay here, you will find that this place is the king of Yosemite West. There's nothing that compares near by. It's quiet, warm, inviting, and they've thought of everything. From boot dryers to an expertly stocked kitchen, this home didn't disappoint at all. It's a great starting point everyday for venturing into the park and a more than comfortable return home at the end of the day. If you're on the fence about whether it's worth it or not, it is, we had an amazing time here.
Nope
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim G.
2 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Family Celebration
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.
Kim G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home in central location of park!
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.
Jennifer H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Perfect
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.
Michael B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yuxuan L.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
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.
Yuxuan L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie G.
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
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Julie G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
25 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
perfect stay
Clean house in a great location inside the park!
Mark W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas M.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base in Yosemite
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!
Nicholas M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hope M.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home with perfect touches!
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.
Hope M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt C.
13 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peace, Proximity and Comfort
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.
Matt C.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
james k.
25 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Comfortable!!!
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!
james k.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elliott S.
10 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
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.
Elliott S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, best place to stay in Yosemite
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.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Louis S.
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
Wow. What a great place to stay visiting Yosemite. This place had every thing anyone would ever need.
The starlink was great! Thanks for that.
Louis S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brandelin B.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home and Amazing Location
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!
Brandelin B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diana L., Houston, USA
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular home in a spectacular location
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.
Diana L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sidney l.
21 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
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.
Sidney l.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori W., Wilmington, DE
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful visit to Yosemite
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.
Lori W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Catherine P.
20 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful and Peaceful Gem in Magical 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!
Catherine P.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anne S.
27 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter wonderland
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!
Anne S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily K.
14 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection in the woods!
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.
Emily K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joy H., Spartanburg. USA
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
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!
Joy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lauree B.
20 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Most Wonderful Stay
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!