Make the most of your visit to Yosemite! Visit one of the most stunning natural wonders of California and stay in this charming country cottage. Located outside the town of Mariposa, this cottage is about an hour away from Yosemite National Park. This remote vacation rental in Northern California has every amenity you’d want for a wilderness getaway.

Millions of people visit Yosemite National Park each year. There are lodges and cabins in Yosemite and right outside of the park. These areas offer quick access, however, lack the rustic country charm of this cottage.

Here you can relax in nature or drive to one of the nearby Gold Rush towns.

This cozy cottage has all the amenities you’d want during your stay.

The large, multi-level deck has a grill, a pergola with chairs, an outdoor bar, and a hot tub. The herb and tomato garden is a welcome surprise amenity of this lovely rental. The owners of this vacation rental encourage guests to help themselves with the herbs and tomatoes that are in season.

This cabin is perfectly situated just outside the Gold Rush town of Mariposa. With no neighbors in sight, you can get away from it all at this foothill retreat. And the drive to Yosemite is very scenic! To get there, you’ll meander through the Merced River Canyon.

When it is cold outside, relax in the hot tub or warm up while sitting next to the wood-burning fireplace. The owners of this rental always make sure to stock it with wood during the winter!

The two-story living room lets guests enjoy the natural surroundings even while indoors.

With plenty of seating, both inside and out, this cabin is a great place to connect with friends and family or have some alone time in one of the many spaces at this retreat. The owners have curated a small library with a variety of books, games, and puzzles.

This one-bedroom with a loft sleeps six people.

There’s a double bed in the bedroom, a double bed in the loft, and the sofa pulls out into a comfy double bed as well. The entire cabin is outfitted with quality linens and towels (just check their reviews!).

Mariposa is the name of a town as well as the county name where Yosemite National Park is located.

In addition to the many scenic hiking trails in Yosemite, as well as the waterfalls and meadows, Mariposa County has many charming places to explore. The town of Mariposa itself is great to explore. Learn about the area’s history at the California State Mining and Mineral Museum. A short drive from Mariposa is the Merced River Recreation Area. This day-use park is a perfect place to picnic by the river. Whether you’re active or prefer to relax, this vacation home rental near Yosemite is the ideal place to get away from it all.

For more information on this gorgeous remote vacation rental in Northern California, visit its VRBO listing.

Stay at this cozy cabin to experience all the fun of Gold Rush country, plus be within reach of one of the most beautiful places on earth — Yosemite National Park. If you plan to do any hiking while in the national park or the surrounding area, check out our ultimate hiking packing list before you go.