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Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views!

Stay inside the park! See Half Dome and El Capitan from the comfort of our deck!

There are only a handful of rentals within the boundaries of Yosemite National Park with comparable views. With this summer’s reservation system still up in the air, we know park access feels uncertain, but if you stay with us, you won’t need to secure a separate entry reservation when one is required by the National Park Service.

Yosemite Valley View is in a uniquely special location within the private enclave of Foresta, just 10 minutes from the valley floor. Our reviews consistently reflect how happy guests are with both the house and its location. Beyond the incredible views from the deck, our property offers direct access to hiking trails and a beautiful waterfall nearby.

The home is 2,000 square feet, fully appointed, and features granite countertops in the kitchen. It sleeps six in three bedrooms with queen-size beds, plus a comfortable sofa bed in the loft. Enjoy the huge deck, perfect for wildlife viewing, stargazing, yoga, or simply relaxing while barbecuing with an amazing view!

The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with essentials such as paper towels, napkins, and coffee filters. Free high-speed, unlimited Wi-Fi is provided through Verizon.

Our location is ideal for those looking to avoid crowds. We are in a private area with no close neighbors and open space on two sides. Yosemite Valley View is one of the closest private rentals to Yosemite Village.

To ensure you have the experience you expect, please be aware that many other homes listed under "Yosemite National Park" can be up to an hour’s drive outside the park—and with traffic, getting in can take even longer.

Guests must abide by house rules and digitally sign a rental agreement via Dropbox Sign. No pets. Smoking is never allowed anywhere on the property. A webcam adjacent to the parking area provides security and helps assess weather conditions but does not view interior spaces. Holiday rates apply.

Please note: We are not responsible for the information in the "About the Neighborhood" section, as it is generated by AI and may not always be accurate. We are always happy to answer questions at any stage of the booking process.

Property manager

Jim

Languages

Danish, English, Polish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or fires anytime or anywhere.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: Huge deck with views. Good for little ones.

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 first aid kit
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

House
Unique Views of Half Dome El Capitan from the deck!
Incredible Rare Views of Half Dome El Capitan From Your Deck
Incredible Rare Views of Half Dome El Capitan From Your Deck!

About the neighborhood

Map
Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Valley - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Tunnel View - 19 min drive - 15.1 km
  • El Capitan - 20 min drive - 15.8 km
  • El Portal Market - 21 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant & Lounge - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Bar & Grill - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Cedar House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Little Bear Pizza - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views! located?

This family-friendly Yosemite National Park vacation home is located in the mountains, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Yosemite Valley, and within 9 mi (15 km) of El Portal Market and Yosemite National Park. Merced River and Sierra National Forest are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reservation Never Needed! Private Home with Stunning Half Dome & El Cap Views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
January 2025 Yosemite
Great location inside Yosemite, super quiet with a beautiful view. House is nice, with a great deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet “room with a view”
Amazing location-gorgeous view-out of the crowds, but in the middle of Yosemite’s magnificent beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Beautiful home with everything needed for a comfortable stay: comfy beds, entertainment, all the kitchen items needed to cook meals. The view is even better than the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashwini G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay with an amazing view of half dome.
We had a fantastic stay at this property. We were a family of 6 staying here for 3 nights. The property is very close to the valley floor and it takes about 20 mts to get to the valley floor. The property is well furnished and has good amenities for an extended stay, including a well equipped kitchen. The host Jim is very responsive. We had a great time and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to Yosemite
The property and views were awesome. We had nonissues with the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Trip
The house was a perfect getaway if you want some peace and quiet. It is inside the national park and have quick access to most of the attractions. The house has all the necessities you need and its nice and clean. It has spacious rooms and bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
The house had stunning views and was convenient to Yosemite Valley hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarajane J., Escondido

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway
This is the perfect place to stay for families looking to go to Yosemite. The place has THE BEST view and plenty of room and amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite Friends Trip
The home was better than advertised! Great view of El Capitan and Half Dome. The rooms were spacious and clean. 3 full bathrooms were a plus. Overall an excellent experience. I highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Beautiful
Lovely home and conveniently located inside the park. All the conveniences of your own home, well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, and furniture, and of course the fabulous deck. The owner was very responsive and helped me with all my questions about both the house and the park. Seamless check-in and check out. Excellent choice for all members of our party.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
We had a wonderful vacation here. The house was clean and as described. It took us about 30 minutes to get to the valley. Of course, the great views from the deck/living room!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

C P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best kept secret
The Yosemite view house was wonderful! Great view, clean, kitchen equipment thoughtful so we could cook our meals, comedy beds, and appreciated the ceiling fans since it was hot weather and allowed us to enjoy the cool night air and turn off the AC. So close to everything but away from the valley crowds. A very quiet area, even saw deer on the way in. Thanks Jim for all of your hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Yosemite!
Great stay! Super clean and comfortable home in the park. Great place to return and relax after hiking the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ballou Yosemite View stay
This was our third time at Yosemite View though we had not been in 15 years. It was all we could have wanted. A wonderful base from which to explore the park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Corporate Partner’s Retreat
Communications with Jim were outstanding! The location of the house is perfect. It’s about 20-25 minutes from the Valley Floor. Close enough to be there in minutes but away from the crowds. The only reason for 4 stars rather than 5 is bathroom cleanliness and the house is dated but exactly as shown in the pictures. So that’s personal preference and individual taste. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to spend time in Yosemite
We had a terrific time and hope to return again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Steven Chen-Chung L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location and great stay
Overall pretty good stay, and easy communication with the owner. The place is not as beautiful/ new as appeared on the pictures though, so we feel it’s a bit overpriced. The location of the property is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
My second stay here. Jim has a well mantained property with awesome views and deck. Large house and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele R., Chatham NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yosemite vacation
What a well-stocked comfortable home! The view is magnificent, the property peaceful. Easy to get to the Valley and nice to return to😀
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samira E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another pleasant stay
This was our second time staying at this beautiful house and again we left with happy memories. We had everything we needed/wanted plus more and the owner was very good at communicating with us. Thank you to Jim and the caretakers for accommodating us
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yihua C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family to stay close to Yosemite Valley
15 minutes away from the valley w/ a view facing El Capitan and Half Dome. This place is perfect for a family w/ all the conveniences you expect from a regular house. The foosball table and pool table in the basement are huge pluses!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside the park!
It is a great place, with a magnificent view. We went on a very busy weekend and we avoided the long lines at the entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
The house was very well appointed, with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The views were incredible and location was so convenient to the valley. I would stay again if I had the chance. I suggest coming in in the daylight hours as it is hard to see the landmarks that are in the directions when it is dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Everything was great! The kitchen was well stocked. The bed and bathrooms were comfortable and clean. The neighbors were very kind!! Thank you!!😁
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding property n an outstanding lcatin
Property was very nice for our group f 6 ranging from age 8 to age 71. Such a great lcation, outstanding views from he dckbherher. Was for watching El Capitan and half dome, or the stars a night. Such a b/c home o come back to each day after a full day of hiking. Well stocked kitchen, beds were nice and the house was very spacious for a group f 6. Would definitely commnd to there. And Jim, the owner was easy to communicate with
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024