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NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Wawona, CA
  • Popular LocationWawona Golf Course5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWawona Visitor Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationYosemite South Entrance11 min drive

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.

NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME

No Park reservations needed!! Located inside Yosemite National Park, includes entrance reservation into the Park, and is 2 short blocks walking distance from the Merced River, The Summit House is a multi-story mountain home with central air conditioning and heat, and constructed with western red cedar inside and out. Surrounded by 3 secluded decks, our home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a spacious 2 story living room with trestle beams, separate dining room, large kitchen, loft den and game room with a bumper pool table. The upstairs bedrooms each have a king size bed, while the lower bedrooms each have 2 twin beds. In addition, both the loft and game room have queen size sleeper sofa beds. The house sleeps up to 13 people. There are 2 massive river rock fireplaces, a laundry room with washer and dryer, Dish TV, and wifi. All kitchen utensils, dishes, towels, and sheets are provided. Both a propane and charcoal barbecue are also provided for the large rear deck which is situated next to the forest where you can enjoy deer, raccoons, squirrels and birds as they parade by our home.
The Summit House is located in the charming town of Wawona, 6 miles inside Yosemite National Park. The Big Trees Hotel (formally the Wawona Hotel) is just five minutes away. Here you can play golf and tennis, ride in a carriage and ride horses in the nearby stable. Badger Pass Ski Lodge and Glacier Point are 35 and 50 minutes away. Yosemite Valley, where the Yosemite, Bridalveil and Vernal/Nevada Falls and El Capitan is 35 minutes from the house. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is only 15 minutes away. We are a short walk from the Merced River where you can fish and swim in the summer, as well as sunbathe on the glistening flat rocks in the rushing river. You can also enjoy a hike to Chilnualna Falls and the swinging bridge or stroll the Meadow Loop Trail. There is fine dining at the historic Big Trees Hotel, as well as horseback riding, a 9 hole golf course, Ranger walks and talks and a fascinating old Pioneer Center.
In the winter you can enjoy downhill skiing, cross country skiing, sledding and snowshoeing at nearby Badger Pass as well as ice skating under Half Dome in the Valley.
In Yosemite Valley there are year round activities including numerous hikes, waterfall gazing, rafting, biking, museums, or just enjoying the beautiful vistas from the awe inspiring Majestic (formally the Ahwanee) Hotel. Yosemite is beautiful in all seasons and each season has its own special pleasures!

Property manager

Daniel Wolfus

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding.

What's nearby

  • Wawona Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 5 min drive
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 6 min drive
  • Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias - 8 min drive
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Timberloft Pizzeria - 15 min drive
  • Jackalope's Bar and Grill - 16 min drive
  • Big Trees Lodge Dining Room - 4 min drive
  • Jackalope's Bar & Grill at Tenaya Lodge - 16 min drive
  • Wawona Dining Room/ Wawona Hotel - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! INSIDE YOSEMITE PK FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT INSPIRED HOME located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Yosemite Cemetery, Pioneer Yosemite History Center, and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

AMY S., LAWRENCEBURG

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Our group of 8 adults totally enjoyed this house! We were there for 4 nights over Memorial Day weekend. The park was crowded so it was a big comfort to be inside the gates and not needing a reservation. There are 4 very comfortable bedrooms, a great kitchen, and several wonderful gathering areas (inside and outside). The location is somewhat remote so do yourself a favor and arrive during daylight!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring 2024
Summit House exceeded our expectations. Our group consisted of 11 adult men all of whom are in our 70’s. All of our needs were met. It was great being in the park. I’d recommend Summit House without hesitation!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Trip to Yosemite
Spacious place for friends to gather while visiting Yosemite.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Will E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Generous and well equipped home inside of YNP
We stayed this home for eight nights in November 2023. It has the advantage of being located inside of the parks south entrance gate. It is close to Mariposa Grove and a couple of trails in the Wanona area. There is a small market in the neighborhood which is quite handy. It is approximately 40 minute driving from this house into the Yosemite Valley. The house is large and well-equipped for all indoor activities, including a downstairs game area with bumper pool. The kitchen is very well equipped, although the pots and pans are worn out. Two bedrooms are on the main floor with the kitchen and living room and two more bedrooms are down below on the ground floor. Being able to park in the garage is a plus. There were some minor issues with heating as the batteries in the thermostats were depleted, but we were able to self correct these. The host was responsive to all inquiries. Be advised that the entire house is carpeted, and those are sensitive to dust may be affected by this.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Family House
Lots of room and loved the layout of the house with lots of different different levels. There is everything you need for a family to gather and relax after a full day of hiking and activities in Yosemite, which you are in.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Wawona Dwelling
We really enjoyed our stay at the Summit House. We enjoyed that it was inside the park gates, which helped expedite getting around inside the park during our visit. The house accommodated our group well, and we enjoyed being able to cook and eat at the house and have a special gathering as we were at Yosemite for a memorial for a loved one. This house was in good shape and had everything we needed. I would recommend this to other folks considering a stay inside Yosemite Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had our family up in Wawona for 4 days. Nice home with plenty of room and well supplied. Had small problem with the air conditioner, but the management company responded quickly. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family
This house had ample number of bedrooms/beds and common spaces for our family. Very comfortable. The owner was responsive to any questions we had. I would recommend this property for a family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The place was beautiful and in a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Home in Yosemite
Our family has stayed at the Summit House many times, and we absolutely love it. The multiple levels are perfect for a large family or two families to stay together but have enough space. One consideration- the driveway leading up to the property is steep and there are many stairs, so older family members may have a harder time. The kitchen has everything needed (including a new crock pot) and two large fridge/freezers. The only thing I’d change are the mattresses- they are very firm and we are used to a softer mattress. We loved our stay at the Summit House and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022