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Storybook Chalet inside Yosemite National Park

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Game room
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Yosemite, CA
  • Yosemite National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Yosemite Valley
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Badger Pass Ski Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪85 min drive‬

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About the area

Yosemite National Park

With a stay at this chalet in Yosemite National Park (Yosemite West), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. .This chalet is 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from Yosemite Visitor Center and 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from Half Dome.
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What's nearby

  • Yosemite National Park - 8 min walk
  • Yosemite Valley - 13 min drive
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 15 min drive
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 35 min drive
  • El Capitan - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Yosemite View Restaurant & Lounge - ‬40 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.

Storybook Chalet inside Yosemite National Park

The Cedar Chalet is located inside Yosemite National Park in a small private development called Yosemite West. When staying at the Chalet you do not need a separate entrance reservation to the park that are required for other park visitors. The home is centrally located to all of the Park's major attractions. Yosemite Valley is 20 minutes away - Glacier Point is 25-30 minutes - The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees is 35 minutes and Badger Pass Ski Resort (renowned for it's ski school for young skiers) is located 8 miles away. The home has all of the amenities you'd want in a vacation getaway - Satellite TV, Pool Table, a Sauna and a Spa. The Chalet sleeps up to 10 people in 3 bedrooms, a loft with 2 queen size aero beds and a sofa bed. The beds all feature pillow top mattresses & down comforters for the perfect night's sleep. The chalet has traditional gas heating, as well as a wood stove. Treat yourself to the best location in the Park with all of the amenities you'd want for your ultimate Yosemite Vacation.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television with satellite programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna. This chalet also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jessie or Eric Rotsten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledging nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Small pet dogs allowed. $25/night per pet

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Storybook Chalet Inside National Park
Storybook Inside Yosemite National Park
Storybook Inside National Park
Storybook Chalet Inside Yosemite National Park Chalet
Storybook Chalet Inside Yosemite National Park Chalet

Storybook Chalet inside Yosemite National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 335 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mitzie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a blast
With that said, however, and I’m sorry for the late review, there were a few issues…-rodent droppings in the pot/pan cupboard- I totally recognize that this can be an issue in the mountains, but I think cleaning people should pay some attention… just a gentle suggestion - the oven took almost 2 hours to heat to desired temperature. This was a birthday celebration and an excellent prime rib roast was brought…. I think we ate at 10:00 pm. I do question the requirement for guests to do laundry and clean kitchen is a bit much. I recognize that a “cleaning fee” was not included, however, I’m sure it was built in. With that said, we ALWAYS leave our rentals as we found them, but do not appreciate having to spend our last few hours of our stay doing laundry. As far as the cleanliness; the oven hasn’t been cleaned in quite some time. The dust on the dresser and fan in the upstairs bedroom was thick, the windowsills and corners were dusty and had webs. I question the “4hours”” that the cleaning people require. All of this said, the house is comfortable overall, the pool table was a hit. It is in a great location to Valley activities. The spa was a nice plus as well. The kitchen was probably the best stocked kitchen of any rental ever. I think the place needs a little tlc , the exterior could use some linseed oil and attention , and the interior a really good cleaning; but, again, I want to reinforce that we really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family from Australia enjoys Yosemite
Perfect for family fun indoors and for hiking and enjoying the park
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Making my bucket list come true and then some!
I have wanted to spend Christmas in Yosemite and this home was the perfect location and exceeded my expectations in comfort and convenience. The hosts were very gracious in allowing us to bring our dogs. The kitchen was great for preparing special and ordinary meals including baking. Very roomy and well-stocked with lots of cooking supplies. Rooms were spacious and beds comfortable. Lots of spots and nooks to read, play games, visit throughout the home. I especially enjoyed the living space in the loft area which can also double as a sleeping spot if needed. The master bedroom upstairs was furnished beautifully and there is a dry sauna off the bathroom upstairs which was greatly appreciated after being in the hot-tub in the snow! Yes it snowed on the 24th ALOT and we had troubles getting to the property and up the driveway. But our host got right on it and the driveway was plowed and sanded quickly. Deer greeted us the first day and visited every day. This home played a huge part in making a lifetime memory.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
Our family recently stayed at the Storybook Chalet inside Yosemite National Park, and even though the weather didn’t cooperate with snow, we couldn’t have asked for a better getaway. The property is truly a gem, combining comfort, charm, and an unbeatable location right inside Yosemite!The Chalet is beautifully designed and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. The cozy wood stove and plush bedding made every night feel like a retreat, and the kids absolutely loved the pool table. We also took full advantage of the sauna and spa—such a treat after a day of exploring (or in our case, cozying up indoors during the rain).We’re already planning our next trip and hoping for some snow next time to fully experience all the area has to offer.Highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place and location. So convenient being inside the park. Easy to find. Comfy beds. Great supply of firewood. Loved having the pool table. A few down notes: oven did not heat enough to cook our meal (so we improvised), hot tub jets were weak, and there was a (planned?) power outage so we returned to complete darkness with no warning from the property owner. Being from NY we don’t know anything about planned outages but a heads up would have been appreciated. Cleanliness was ok but cleaners should maybe look up. Overall would probably stay again. Property manager was very quick to respond to calls.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha F., Crawfordsville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We were overall very happy with our stay. As stated in other reviews a deep clean needs to happen. There was dust and cobwebs in windows and on light fixtures. The tables and countertops were clean. There were only 4 of us in the cabin, so there was plenty of space. Lots of kitchen supplies, dishes & cooking spices. The coffee maker, oven, stovetop & grill worked great. We were happy to not have to buy trash bags, dishwasher detergent & aluminum foil. The nearest full grocery is over an hour or two away, so prepare for that! The market in Yosemite has everything you would need, it just comes with a price! We didn’t realize how steep the driveway would be. We were in a Nissan Pathfinder and could only back up the personal driveway. Once we made it up to the “landing” of the bottom of the stairs the driveway leveled out. We were happy to already have been in the park and not enter daily! That in itself provided a lot of flexibility for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful overall stay. Would have been great for a weekend. This is not a good location for an extended time because you are required to haul your trash out and there are no trash cans. We had to pile our trash in the entryway because of bears. When you have 7 people staying for 7 nights, the trash adds up. Also only one towel per person for the whole week. Washer and dryer, but I do not expect to have to do laundry when I am on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amandrea M.

Location Location Location!
The Storybook Chalet was a perfect location for me and my family to stay while visiting the park. 20 mins to the valley, 25 mins to Mariposa Grove and 30 mins to Glacier Point. The kitchen had more than enough stuff for us to make our meals at the house. We really enjoyed the fast WiFi and hot tub as well. My only negative comment would be on the cleanliness and upkeep of the house, as someone with severe allergies the house was dusty and it doesn’t look like housekeeping is paying much attention to the vaulted ceilings or air ducts when it comes to the build up of dust. As noted in another review, some regular maintenance is needed such as fixing broken light fixtures, leaking faucets in bathrooms, closet doors, that don’t shut, etc. Overall it was a great place to stay and would have been 10/10 if it wasn’t for the above mentioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great chalet for our family trip
The location was beautiful, and central to all parts of Yosemite that we wanted to see. The chalet was spacious, and kitchen well equiped for our meals. We had our adult kids with us, and our 15 month old grandson. The hot tub and pool table was great as well for evening fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Really like the cabin, feel like we lucked out getting it. Nice sitting outside or in the hot tub star gazing. The cabin was spacious and cozy, with lots of your basics. The only issue was the downstairs bathroom toilet, you definitely have to pull the lever up when you are finished, but I am sure Eric/Jesse will have that fixed before the next guest arrive. Fun times and great experience for my first trip to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Storybook stay
We had a lovely stay. Very quiet and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils/pans The property manager, Eric, was very attentive and helpful. FYI, the driveway is steep so enter from the uphill side and stay to the left for the first 8-10 feet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with Family
It was just like home away from home a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating 80 ❣️
With our children and grandchildren ❣️. The oldest 80 and youngest 8 to climb Half Dome on 9/25❣️. The cabin (what an understatement) was purrrfect for all of us … it was lovely. AND THE KITCHEN had everything you could possibly want! Amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nexus

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place!
I love the touch in each room and the huge family area. The TV would not turn on. This did not ruin or stay but it would have been a nice to have. Overall I liked staying at the house. The drive way is a bit though.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The house had all the basics that we needed. We did have an issue with the outdoor grill due to it not being cleaned out in a while, but the owner was quick to respond. Location was definitely a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pak C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in Yosemite Park
Great lodge inside the Yosemite park. Hard to beat - air con, comfortable beds, hot tub, spacious, pool table etc. Only 30 mins drive into the main Yosemite Park Valley centre which we used as a base for most days. Also close to the road which takes you up Glacier Point - a must see for anyone first time visitors to Yosemite. We are also lucky enough to see a Brown bear and her cub walking past the lodge ! Hosts were helpful in posting back my wife’s gold necklace which we accidentally left behind. Would definitely stay here again if we came back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place to stay
We rented this house for a hiking trip in Yosemite and it was perfect. The house was in a good location and well-maintained. I had my two sons and grandson with me and we had a great time. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The Storybook Chalet is everything we hoped it would be. The home is very comfortable with enough space for the whole family. The hot tub was a perfect way to end the day. The location is perfect to get to major hike locations with being smack dab in the middle of glacier point and the valley. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Property
This was our second time at Storybook Chalet. It's a great house, and the location couldn't be better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy R., San Diego, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot to recharge
The home hd everything we needed to relax after long days enjoying the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yosemite Visit
Great location and nice comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor E.

Liked: Cleanliness
yosemite
Great property, as advertised. We had a great stay and are excited to come back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024