Shanks' lodge is the ultimate home in the woods for large groups.

Top rated by guests
Take in the gorgeous views in the Great Room.
Master bathroom with jet tub over looking the pond .
Fully-equipped kitchen showcasing modern appliances and stylish finishes.
Kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dining ware for all your needs.
Bedroom with a plush queen bed and wool blankets for added warmth and comfort.
review stars
9Outstanding
(56 Ratings)
"Great family vacation "
Connie P.
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9 / 10
Outstanding(56 Ratings)

Lodge in Sierra Nevada, CA

14 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this lodge

Nestled in the middle of 20 forested acres in Mariposa county. A rustic feel awaits you as you enter this 3600 square foot 3 bedroom home.  An added sleeping loft allows this house to easily accommodate as many as 14 people.  For your enjoyment, the house has both a private pool and an 8 person hot tub!

In the Great Room, you’ll find a large wrap-around couch where you can enjoy the look and warmth of the wood stove.  The well-equipped kitchen has all the amenities to prepare even the most elaborate meals.  After a long day of fun-filled activities, drift into dreamland in one of the beautifully constructed hand-made log beds. Four bathrooms, all with showers and tubs give even large groups enough privacy and convenience. The large outside deck, with a barbecue grill, tables and chairs, overlooks the private pond and front acreage.  Appreciate the enchanting ‘old growth' oak trees, giant sequoias and ponderosa pines. During the summer months, take a dip in the fenced-in pool with a picture perfect waterfall. Unwind in the 8 person jetted hot tub all year long. For more entertainment, there is a basketball court and a Smart TV that you can stream Netflix, Hulu or Amazon Prime (use your own accounts or feel free to use our Netflix account).

Guest Access:
The guests will have access to the entire house and 20 acres of property. This includes the laundry room, solar heated pool,  horseshoe pit, children's playhouse, fire pit, gas barbecue grill,  horse corrals (you are welcome to bring your horses),  hiking trails and private pond.  High speed Wifi so you can stay connected to the outside world if you want.  Otherwise, turn off those devices and listen to sound of the wind in the trees.

Guest interaction:
Please text or call us anytime during hour stay if you you have any questions or need anything.  

The Neighborhood:
Mariposa is a quaint historic town located 20 minutes away from the property. The town has wonderful restaurants and bars.  You'll find interesting shopping, including antiques and western/cowboy themed memorabilia.  

Getting Around
Located mid way between the towns of Oakhurst and Mariposa off Hwy 49.
In either town there are large grocery stores and restaurants.  

45 minutes away from with the El Portal or Mariposa Grove entrances to the magnificent Yosemite National Park.

30 minutes to Bass Lake, which is renowned for excellent fishing, hiking trails and warm waters.  Wake borders flock to Bass Lake throughout the spring and summer as do boater, water skiers, paddle boarders, wave runner enthusiasts and more. 

If you have a larger group, we have an adorable 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin available to rent on the property, which accommodates up to 6 guests. Please inquire for pricing.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9 / 10
Outstanding(56 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Great family vacation
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2024
The photos don’t do this house justice! It’s way bigger than we thought and it was perfect for our three families, with a total of 12 people and we didn’t even use the upstairs loft! The master is huge (our family of 5 fit in it!) and there was enough bathrooms for everyone. Great place to stay. Only thing is that there are a lot of bees outside, so just be mindful if you have an allergy. The host is super easy to communicate with and even brought over extra kitchen towels for us when we couldn't find any extras. The kids loved the pool with the diving board and the hot tub. Would absolutely stay here again, no hesitation.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
We rented the cabin for 5 nights with 13 people the cabin was very comfortable. The property and the house were very clean.
6 / 10Average·Oct 2023
We booked this property months ahead of time and was really excited. The cabin is very fascinating however we had quite a few disappointments. The check-in instruction we received was completely incorrect. It tells us to call/text a person and he will hand us the key and welcome us in person. I texted 2 days in advance and the response was just "thank you and looking forward to your arrival" boiler plate without answering my other questions. When we arrive when I told them I'll arrive, of course there was nobody there. Luckily I have Verizon and I was able to make a phone call, and they told us it's actually a pin access (which was not provided anywhere). However, not everyone has cellphone coverage there. I would not want to rely on the cell phone coverage in the mountain area and hoping the property manager will always pick up the phone. After we got in, we found out that the master bedroom was not cleaned - used towels and messy sheets. So I had to call the property manager again and they sent a cleaner over and offer a partial refund. (I have not received any refund yet and I will have to follow up with them.) Another thing is that when we turn on the TV, the porn was turned on right away. Luckily the kids haven't arrived yet at the time so just be aware. And after it got dark at night, a bat suddenly appeared and started hovering in the master bedroom. We did not leave any windows or door open so not sure where it came from. We were able to get the bat out in the end.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this lodge?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Shanks' lodge is the ultimate home in the woods for large groups.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Shanks' lodge is the ultimate home in the woods for large groups. pet friendly?

Yes! This lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Shanks' lodge is the ultimate home in the woods for large groups.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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