Dreaming of visiting Yosemite National Park in the near future? Looking for a rustic CA cabin or cottage with gorgeous mountain views? Experience the best California has to offer by staying at one of the best Yosemite rentals on VRBO.
Yosemite National Park is a must-see destination for outdoor lovers in California, famed for its giant sequoia trees, cascading waterfalls, and unique rock formations. After a day of admiring the park’s postcard-perfect mountain vistas, you’ll need a cozy place to stay to recharge before another day of adventure.
These charming cabin rentals offer a prime location either inside or near Yosemite’s entrance, with luxury perks like hot tubs, fireplaces, and private decks with outdoor dining spaces.
Top Yosemite Rentals in CA: The Best Vacation Home of 2022
Here are the best Yosemite cabin rentals by category, considering factors including amenities, trip types, and budgets. The subsequent sections will cover each listing in more detail.
Most Luxurious Rental Spot: Scenic Redwoods Retreat w/ Heated Floors
Best Pick for Bargain Hunters: One-Bedroom Mariposa Rental
Best Place to Forget Your Trouble: Tranquil Getaway Near Merced River
Top Spot for Pet Owners: Pet-Friendly Redwoods Vacation Home
Most Romantic Yosemite Getaway: Cozy Beetlebark Cabin w/ Jacuzzi
Best Option for Large Groups: Star Gazers Rental w/ Room for 12
Top Pick for Skiiers: Yosemite Getaway Chalet Near the Slopes
Best Place to Bring Your Kids: Ranch-Style Rental w/ On-Site Petting Zoo
Best Home Base for Exploring the Park: Three-Bedroom Starlit Chalet
Most Well-Rounded Rental: Three-Springs Hideout w/ Diverse Amenities
Most Eye-Catching Rental: Recently Renovated Yosemite Vacation Home
Best Choice for Hikers: Popular Rental, 15 Minutes from Valley Floor
Best Pick for Peace & Quiet: Secluded Luxury Log House w/ 40 Acres
13 Unique Vacation Rentals Near Yosemite National Park: Best California Cabins for Rent
The areas surrounding Yosemite National Park are home to some of the most unique places in CA. If cozy cottages and rustic mountain cabins with beautiful views all sound good to you, you’re in luck! Below are some of the most scenic and relaxing getaways in California:
1. Beetlebark Bungalow – Yosemite Rental with Hot Tub
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $286 per night
Accommodates: 4 guests
Located inside Yosemite, this charming studio cabin is perfect for couples with its cozy interior. Inside the snug space, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen, 50” smart TV, and washer/dryer, while its outdoor deck has a Jacuzzi and BBQ grill.
Cozy up by the fire pit table or enjoy a starry night roasting marshmallows around the outdoor fire pit, or you can follow the scenic trail that leads straight down to the creek. If you’ve got extra guests, this Yosemite cabin rental can accommodate up to four people with its two pull-out queen sofas with memory foam mattresses.
2. Chipmunks Holiday at The Redwoods Yosemite Cabin
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $358 per night
Accommodates: 6 guests
Embrace the cozy Yosemite cabin vibes inside this two-bedroom rental property. The fully-equipped kitchen has all your cooking needs, while the inviting living room area has two comfy lazy boy recliners, a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, and a beautiful rock fireplace with wood provided in season.
If you can peel yourself away from the warm interior, step outside and enjoy the view from the private outdoor deck, which features a gas BBQ grill, picnic tables, and lounge chairs. You can also stretch your legs with a short walk to the scenic Merced River.
3. Yosemite Cabin on the Hill,15 Minutes to the Valley Floor
Location: Foresta, California
Rates from: $210 per night
Accommodates: 4 guests
One of the most popular Yosemite rentals, this one-bedroom cabin is just minutes from Yosemite Valley. Located within the gates of the national park, it has 17-foot-tall wood beam ceilings with lots of windows for taking in the scenic mountain vistas.
In addition to a full kitchen and master bedroom with a king-size bed, you can take advantage of the reading loft and outdoor patio with a BBQ grill. Nature lovers will love its location, as fantastic hiking trails with waterfalls and wildlife spotting can be accessed right from the cabin.
4. Valerian Retreat – Renovated Jewel of a Yosemite Cabin, Private on 5 Acres
Location: Mariposa, California
Rates from: $270 per night
Accommodates: 6 guests
You can enjoy your privacy at this secluded Yosemite cabin getaway, which offers a quiet retreat set on five acres. The cedar two-bedroom cabin is surrounded by woodland but has all the comforts of home, including a fully stocked kitchen with newer appliances, three Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, and central air conditioning and heating.
You can sit outdoors on the patio and savor the sunset views or take a walk around the grounds to see the large oak trees, while its prime location is perfectly situated halfway between both Yosemite entrances.
5. Cozy Cottage Rental Near Yosemite, Beautiful Views & Hot Tub
Location: Mariposa, California
Rates from: $125 per night
Accommodates: 6 guests
Perfect for a couple’s getaway, this romantic one-bedroom Yosemite cabin offers beautiful mountain views and luxury amenities. A large loft looks out through the two-story windows to the mountains, while the fully stocked kitchen has everything you need for whipping up a meal for two, including a set of modern appliances.
After exploring the park, retreat to the cabin and snuggle up to the wood-burning stove or enjoy a much-needed soak in the bubbling hot tub. Set on the outdoor deck, which also has a BBQ grill, the hot tub is a highlight with its incredible views of the sierras.
6. Rustic Yosemite Rental Retreat at The Redwoods
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $1,012 per night
Accommodates: 10 guests
Bring the entire family along to this luxury Yosemite cabin rental, which accommodates up to 10 guests in its three-bedroom layout. You’ll find unique features throughout the property, including heated tile floors, large picture framed windows, and a foosball table.
Other perks include a stone fireplace in the living room and central air conditioning and heat, as well as an outdoor hot tub for when you need to unplug. Fire up the BBQ grill and take in the scenery with a meal on your private outdoor deck, make memories around the large dining table, or kick back and relax on the plush living room couches.
7. Log House – Luxury Yosemite Cabin Hideaway on 40 Private Acres
Location: Mariposa, California
Rates from: $318 per night
Accommodates: 4 guests
This highly-rated cabin rental offers easy access to Yosemite, with enough space for four guests in its two bedrooms. It’s a charming space with a century-old history, brought to current times with its modern amenities.
With a fresh and airy interior, the cabin offers a mix of vintage and contemporary furnishings as well as a modern kitchen designed to look like an old-style farmhouse. Enjoy three Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, and an open living and dining area, while an original stone fireplace is perfect for those cooler months. Outside, there’s a BBQ grill, picnic table, and fire pit, with hiking trails available on the 40-acre property.
8. Star Gazers – Yosemite Cabin Rental at The Redwoods
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $494 per night
Accommodates: 12 guests
Large groups and families will enjoy the extra space in this four-bedroom Yosemite cabin rental. The bi-level layout can accommodate up to 12 guests comfortably, with a fully equipped kitchen to make mealtime planning easy.
The open-plan living room has a satellite TV and a rock fireplace (with firewood provided in season), while its private outdoor deck is a great place to enjoy the serenity of the open forest with its BBQ grill, picnic table, and lounge chairs. There are bunk beds downstairs for little ones, while a fourth bedroom downstairs has a king bed, fireplace, and game table.
9. Three Springs Hideout – Yosemite Cabin with Hot Tub Inside
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $582 per night
Accommodates: 10 guests
You can’t get any closer to Yosemite’s natural attractions than setting up your home base inside the park. This three-bedroom remodeled cabin has everything you need for an adventurous mountain escape, including a hot tub that sits next to a creek, a fully stocked kitchen, and an outdoor deck with a BBQ grill.
Cozy up by the indoor fireplace and enjoy your coffee on the spacious deck area, while family meals can be enjoyed on the outdoor tables or around the indoor dining table. This Yosemite National Park cabin for rent has a wall of windows for enjoying the tranquil nature views, while its outdoor fire pit is perfect for late-night stargazing.
10. Pet-Friendly Yosemite Cabin at The Redwoods
Location: North Wawona, California
Rates from: $294 per night
Accommodates: 6 guests
Sleeping up to six guests, this two-bedroom Yosemite cabin offers a secluded setting with eye-popping views. The best place to take in the natural surroundings is from the large, partially covered, private deck, which features lounge chairs, a gas BBQ grill, and a table with chairs for outdoor dining.
In addition to a fireplace in the living room (with wood provided in season), you can enjoy satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and the jetted tub. In summer, you can enjoy an easy stroll to the river for a swim. Best of all, the cabin is pet-friendly, which means you can bring your furry four-legged friend with an additional pet fee per day.
11. Starlit Chalet Cabin Rental Near Yosemite
Location: Mariposa, California
Rates from: $325 per night
Accommodates: 8 guests
Offering a tranquil home base for exploring everything Yosemite National Park has to offer, this three-bedroom Yosemite cabin rental is surrounded by mountain landscapes, ponderosa pines, oaks, and incense cedars.
The outdoor deck features a BBQ grill and picnic tables so you can hang out and soak up the nature views, while the interior is just as cozy with its wall of windows and open plan layout. If you’ve got questions about hiking, your host has extensive experience with trails in the area.
12. Yosemite Rental Chalet with Outdoor Hydrotherapy Tub
Location: June Lake, California
Rates from: $428 per night
Accommodates: 8 guests
Boasting an outdoor hydrotherapy tub for six, this three-bedroom cabin is unlike other Yosemite cabin rentals. The log cabin also features an indoor jacuzzi for two, a large oak bar, and a fully equipped kitchen, while outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate its convenient location near Yosemite as well as ice climbing, skiing, fishing, and horseback riding.
Experienced backcountry skiers can even ski from the top of the mountain to the cabin’s hydrotherapy pool. It’s also within a mile of fine dining and spa facilities.
13. Yosemite Cabin Retreat with Miniature Ponies, Spa & Pool
Location: Mariposa, California
Rates from: $271 per night
Accommodates: 8 guests
Families love this ranch-style vacation home near Yosemite, which offers spectacular views of centuries-old ponderosa pines as well as local wildlife such as deer, bunnies, and wild turkeys. Kids love visiting the on-site petting zoo, home to miniature ponies named Buddy, French Fry, Tiny Tim, and Olly.
Sit in the garden and listen to the water fountain, play a round of horseshoes, or roast s’mores at the fire pit, while ping pong and a two-story playhouse with swings and a slide make this rental a family favorite. The three-bedroom Yosemite rental also has a laundry room, fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor porch with a dining table and BBQ grill.
