You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch
Joe and Cathy moved to beautiful Catheys Valley to enjoy the serenity and quiet solitude of a ranch off the beaten path. Their outdoor lifestyle and love of animals and horseback riding is perfectly suited for life on “The 56”. The guest home listed here is a quarter mile away from their personal residence and has two bedrooms and two full baths. Enjoy quiet evenings at the house, BBQ's and bonfires in the great outdoors overlooking the gorgeous lights of the Central Valley!
Miniature horses live directly across from the guest home! Guests are welcome to interact with the goats and ponies with guidance from the owners. A special experience for you and your kids!!
Don't forget about Yosemite National Park! YNP is approximately an hour away (50 miles) when travelling through hwy 140 through the historic town of Mariposa or approximately 1 hr. 20 minutes (60 miles) if traveling via hwy 49 through the lovely town of Oakhurst CA.
Our 56 acre property is yours to hike and explore. We have safe quad trails for hiking, biking and walking your dog. We have a 10 X 10 covered dog kennel for your use during the day should you decide to leave your dog here. Although well behaved dogs are allowed to be in the guest home and be off a leash while you are present, they are not allowed in the home during the day if you leave.There is also a pool at the house to cool off in on those warm summer days.
We will never be far away if you need anything. You will see us feeding the horses, goats and chickens during the day, but we will let you enjoy your space. Your children would be welcome to meet the animals with me and share in the "chores" if they like! We have chickens in the hen house for fresh eggs for our guests every day! The kids (or grownups) are welcome to get them in the morning!
Property manager
Joe & Cathy Orth
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
2 total pets
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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
"the 56" Yosemite Foothills
"the 56" Yosemite Foothills Ranch
NEW Listing "the 56" Yosemite Foothills Ranch
"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch Catheys Valley
"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch Private vacation home
About the neighborhood
Catheys Valley, CA
What's nearby
California State Mining and Mineral Museum - 21 min drive - 17.3 km
Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 23 min drive - 20.0 km
Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
Mariposa Museum and History Center - 25 min drive - 20.8 km
Mariposa County Visitor Center - 25 min drive - 21.1 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Tap Room - 10 min drive
Radanovich Winery - 24 min drive
Ranch House Cafe - 10 min drive
Heavenly Grounds - 12 min drive
The Oasis - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is "The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch located?
Located in the heart of Catheys Valley, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of California State Mining and Mineral Museum, Windows on the World Books and Art, and Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail. Mariposa County Courthouse and Mariposa Museum and History Center are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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"The 56" - Yosemite Foothills Ranch Reviews
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just the right size house for our family of 3 and a large dog. huge land for our dog to roam around anytime. fun to see the farm animals and feed them. wish we had brought more carrots and apples for the horses. appreciated the fresh eggs and the flashlight delivered by Cathy
Rented the house for 4th of July, to spend for my daughters birthday w/her family who live nearby. The pool was great for cooling off in this very hot weather and the grands loved interacting with the animals, especially at feeding time - thank you to Mary who handled our visit.
The house was perfect, so lovely each room had its own bathrm (1 w/huge soaking bathtub & shower perfect to bathe the grands after swimming!) every detail was planned for - pantry w/any appliance you could need, great outdoor areas for having our meals. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
WHEN VISITING THE MERCED AREA &/OR YOSEMITE - THIS IS THE PLACE TO STAY!
From the peaceful location with great views (the travel on the dirt road to the home was well worth it!); to the nicely decorated home; to the comfy beds, linens & towels; to the adorable farm animal friends along with many cute local bunnies & squirrels; to about an hour drive to Yosemite; and finally, but just as important, to the gracious hosts that Joe & Cathy are: EVERYTHING WAS WONDERFUL!
Karen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
18 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely quiet place on a mini horse ranch in the foothills.
This place was beyond wonderful!!! It’s a place you can go and just stay at the house the whole time because there is so much to do. We have three little kids and they had a blast!! The owners were so friendly and hospitable! There is a fire pit, outdoor scrabble board, movies, books, games, the animals, the pool, the beautiful wrap around porch, etc. We even had fun just walking the large property. It’s such a great place to go to get away, I can’t recommend it enough!!! It’s also about an hour drive to Yosemite but the cute little town of Mariposa is closer and a fun place to check out if you don’t want to stay at the house the whole time. We had so much fun at this property and can’t wait to come back again!!!
We totally enjoyed spending our 50th at 56 Ranch. The little house was well appointed, wonderfully decorated and quite comfortable. There were great beds and pillows, bathrooms stocked with items that filled every need, and the kitchen had all the necessities, plus. We had fun feeding the horses carrots, finding (and eating!) the chicken’s eggs, and watching the bunnies cavort across the lawn. They were, however, too quick for Sasha, our most welcome dog. Great sunset view from the wrap around patio, as well as entertaining views of the animals through the day. We splashed in the pool, enjoyed meeting our hosts, and over all had a wonderful, relaxing time. Thank you.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth T.
28 May 2018
Great!
Peaceful, lots of amenities, great mini horses, very comfortable.