Yosemite Gateway\/HorseRanch Cottage\/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower\/Scenic Views
About this cottage rental
Situated in Sierra Nevada, this charming cottage for $205 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. If you want to detach from your everyday life and/or the crowds in Yosemite, a respite, a retreat to recharge at RoundHat Ranch is a natural remedy for you, replete with Outdoor Soaking Tub and Outdoor Shower for added relaxation. A RoundHat Ranch stay is a great addition to your Yosemite vacation experience. Located in the pastoral Catheys Valley, an area of large and small ranches, 2.7 miles off State Hwy 140 (the only all-weather route to Yosemite, and parallels the route of discovery of the Yosemite Valley along the Merced River Gorge by Indians, explorers, and miners). The 'Cottage' is nestled within the ranch, having its own private fenced area. You can move about the ranch along the many tree-lined trails, seeing the animals, and taking in the sights, sounds, and feel of the ranch. The Cottage has been designed, both inside and out, for an intimate and serene experience for its guests The Ranch has a full-time owner/manager living at the Ranch Headquarters and can answer any questions you might have during your stay. RoundHat Ranch has a no pets, no children, 1-2 ADULTS ONLY (21 and over) rental policy due to liability issues concerning the horses and other animals on the Ranch. The policy does allow us to not charge a Security Deposit. From RoundHat Ranch, it is 3.3 miles to restaurant, gas, and convenience store at the Catheys Valley crossroads at Highway 140 and Hornitos Rd., then it is 10 scenic miles to the historic mining town of Mariposa, another 12 scenic miles later, you enter the spectacular Merced River Gorge (this is the beginning of your Yosemite experience) traveling along the river (Hwy 140) straight into Yosemite Valley. The Arch, West Yosemite Park Entrance (beginning of the Valley), is 45 miles from the ranch, but be advised the scenic beauty may cause you to stop, observe, or linger along the way, so, time to Yosemite Valley varies. RoundHat Ranch Cottage is 1 bedroom with queen-size bed, 1 bath with shower, and additional outside shower. There is outside the cottage, within the private fenced area, shade-cloth covered arbor patios, a roof covered all weather patio with double chair swing, cement table with inlaid chess/checker board, fountain, outdoor shower with stall and dressing area, propane BBQ, Chaise lounges, patio furniture all shaded by large mature Oak trees. Inside the Cottage the 1 bedroom is appointed with things related to the ranch and Yosemite, and a Queen size bed w/ linens, blankets, comforter, futon chair/bed and ceiling fans. The Cottage has Satellite TV, WiFi internet access, full bath w/shower with large multi-setting shower head, soap, towels. The kitchen has microwave, refrigerator, 2 burner electric stove top, large kitchen sink, peninsula island cabinet, coffeemaker, some seasonings, cookware, utensils, plates, bowls, cups, and dining table. Living room has sofa, love seat, captains chair w/footstool in Mission-style furniture, and ceiling fan. The heating and air conditioning is a Fujitsu split system that both heats or cools to the set temperature and is very quiet. There is some reading material and games. The utility room has a washer and dryer, extra bathroom and kitchen supplies, and an ironing board, iron, and hair dryer.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Sierra Nevada, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(186 Reviews)
5.0
Wonderful place, just as described. Very comfortable and relaxing after full days in the park. The drive to and from the park is about 40 miles but the drive is beautiful and Mariposa down the road is a fun town to stop and have a beer or something to eat on the way back. Once you get back you will forget about the drive. Great amenities including the outdoor shower and covered patio. We loved it!
5.0
Isolated charming ranch cottage for 2. Hosts Gayle & Stephen friendly & accessible if needed. Fun to walk around & see the horses, donkeys, mule, & other animals on site. Quiet & relaxing, comfortable retreat site with outdoor patio & great view of stars at night. 25 min drive from Mariposa & 1hr to Yosemite entrance.
5.0
Such a cute/amazing place on the ranch, so much fun to stay there and close to town and Yosemite This is our second time staying here, thanks again for your hospitality, Stephen & Gayle!
5.0
It’s been a great experience staying at the ranch. Very peaceful and quiet place and the host is very friendly and welcoming.
5.0
My husband and I stayed at the ranch for our 7th wedding anniversary trip and had an excellent time! The hosts were lovely and told us about all of the horses and donkeys on the farm. My husband and I spent an afternoon hiking around the back of the property climbing on the boulders and petting all of the animals. Several of the horses were extremely friendly and would come right up to the fences for attention. The mini donkeys were absolute dolls and we spent a good 20 minutes just taking photos and giving them head and neck scratches.
As far as the facilities go, I have no complaints there either! The bed was comfortable and there was space to spread out our luggage. There were even cotton spa robes hung in the bathroom, which was a great touch. There was cold water in the fridge when we arrived and coffee to make in the morning. The hosts provided a binder with some info on local restaurants, which we appreciated.
I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a secluded retreat from the world with excellent views and tons of friendly animals. 10/10
5.0
The Cottage was exactly as advertised, it was appointed with everything needed for a comfortable stay and the pictures showed the property accurately. We couldn’t have asked for a better host and stay for our Yosemite visit. Enjoyed talking with Steve and Gayle.
5.0
First off the property itself is beautiful. It’s on a ranch with horses, chickens, donkeys etc. The hosts are great people, we got a chance to chat with Stephen before we headed out. The best part of this ranch is the drive IN TO YOSEMITE! This is the unique part about the property. It is about and hour and a half from the main entrance of Yosemite and an hour or so to the meadows entrance. The drive in is stunning! There are mountains, valleys, flowing rivers and lots of places to pull over to just take in the views. Highly recommend doing this, the drive does NOT feel like a normal 1.5 hour drive, it’s scenic and it’s just as beautiful in the morning as it is in the evening for the sunset. You drive through a nice little town called Mariposa on the way in and out. We stopped and got coffees near there in the morning and would grab dinner on the way back home. The outside shower and back deck are great additions to the ranch, you can also walk around the property and enjoy the ranch during your stay. I don’t have a bad thing to say about this place and would absolutely stay again.
5.0
A great property on a horse ranch. You are the only quests, so guaranteed great evenings to enjoy the sunset and beautiful sky in totally silence.
A nice, very well equipped house for 2 persons, with even a washing machine, dryer and gas BBQ. The outdoor shower and bath are a nice extra. Great place to stay when visiting Yosemite, but also for a longer stay, just to relax.
Friendly owners, we had nice chats with Steve.
A place to come back!
5.0
Immaculate in cleanliness. Great decor and attention to detail. Thoughtful hosts. Fast response from hosts. Sweet animals on the premises.
5.0
Oh my goodness , this place is absolutely amazing
The cleanliness, amenities , its all you can have
Its quiet and you can walk around the ranch and see tons if animals ( cows , horses , rabbits , donkeys and birds )
We love the patio where you can lay down and rest after visiting Yosemite park
Communication was awesome and I would describe this paradise as a 6/5
5.0
I can’t say enough about this property! Our lodging in Yosemite NP was cancelled a few weeks prior to our trip so we scrambled to find an alternative, luckily the RoundHat Ranch was available - a blessing in disguise! In terms of unique stays this one is up there with the best. The house was beautiful, clean, and in such a picturesque setting. We loved walking around the ranch to see the animals and take in the scenery, and it was convenient to Mariposa and Yosemite beyond. The soaking tub and outdoor showers were perfect after long days of hiking, as well as the grill for a quick meal before hitting the hay for the next busy day. I’ll definitely be recommending this stay for friends and family heading to the Yosemite area!
10.0
Very nice, comfortable and secluded. 10/10
5.0
Very nice, comfortable and secluded. 10/10
4.0
Charming piece of property
5.0
This was a lovely place with basically no neighbors and tons of animals, both domestic and wildlife. We saw everything from horses and donkeys to owls and even a bobcat! Overall if you enjoy rural living, you will LOVE this place. I really can’t say enough good things about it.
5.0
I booked the Roundhat Ranch Cottage as a surprise for my girlfriend who loves farm animals. It was beautiful. The outdoor shower and tub are perfect after a long day hiking. Super relaxing and great spot to get out of town to.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay! It was the most peaceful vacation I’ve ever had. The hosts were great, the attention to detail was amazing, and the animals on the property were a huge bonus. We would love to come back!
5.0
The Round Hat Cottage is just an amazing place to stay. Look forward to returning on our next trip to Yosemite. Thank you Steve for letting us enjoy your piece of paradise. The pictures do not actually capture how beautiful the cottage and area is - so be prepared to enjoy your stay.
5.0
Stayed here while working at U Merced for a week. This place has everything you need and so much nicer than a hotel. BBQ on my own patio, nice furniture, really comfy bed and excellent wifi and tv. Can say hello to the many animals each morning and all the rabbits running around. Hosts were very friendly and gave me my privacy. Highly recommend for anyone staying in the area. Many Thanks !
5.0
The property was beautiful and very well appointed. The owners were very friendly and helpful. A truly unique setting and experience!
5.0
We had a comfortable and peaceful stay at Roundhat Ranch Cottage. The house is very comfortable and the hosts were extremely accommodating. It is a bit of a drive to get to Yellowstone, but we prefer to be away from the crowds, so this place was just perfect for us.
5.0
Quiet back country ranch
The property was kept up nicely especially for a working ranch. The ammenities were excellent, clean and the style appropriate for the setting. Anything that was needed was provided. The property manager/owner was friendly, helpful and well informed about the area. Overall an excellent property and not too far off the beaten path, but far enough for peace and quiet.
5.0
The property was absolutely beautiful! Great hosts too. The cottage had everything we needed to make most of our meals there. It was cozy inside, comfy bed, and being outside was just a great. We loved watching all of the critters outside and the outdoor bath and shower was awesome. Only a 20 minute drive from the wonderful town of Mariposa, and 1.5 hour drive into Yosemite. Great price, we would stay here again!
5.0
perfect place for our honeymoon
The property was absolutely beautiful! Great hosts too. The cottage had everything we needed to make most of our meals there. It was cozy inside, comfy bed, and being outside was just a great. We loved watching all of the critters outside and the outdoor bath and shower was awesome. Only a 20 minute drive from the wonderful town of Mariposa, and 1.5 hour drive into Yosemite. Great price, we would stay here again!
5.0
We loved our 3 days. The wildlife (from hummingbirds to ground squirrels to birds of prey) along with beautiful plants around the cottage, not forgetting the horses and miniature donkeys, made this a perfect escape for us. The cottage is extremely well equipped and immaculate. We did a day trip to Yosemite - in easy range and a nice drive. Overall a wonderful place
5.0
Tranquil rural getaway
We loved our 3 days. The wildlife (from hummingbirds to ground squirrels to birds of prey) along with beautiful plants around the cottage, not forgetting the horses and miniature donkeys, made this a perfect escape for us. The cottage is extremely well equipped and immaculate. We did a day trip to Yosemite - in easy range and a nice drive. Overall a wonderful place
5.0
Such a peaceful and private little cottage. we loved our stay here. Being able to spend time with the animals during our down time was a perfect touch to our trip.
5.0
Wonderful experience
Such a peaceful and private little cottage. we loved our stay here. Being able to spend time with the animals during our down time was a perfect touch to our trip.
5.0
Where to even begin with compliments about this cottage? The owners have decorated it beautifully and included so many touches in the home that make it feel so cozy and homey. My friend and I were visiting Yosemite for the week and could not have picked a better place to stay. We loved walking around seeing the horses and the precious mini donkeys. We could have pet them all day! The outdoor shower was so nice and the bed was super comfy. Would 100% book here again. Loved it!
5.0
Simply perfect
Where to even begin with compliments about this cottage? The owners have decorated it beautifully and included so many touches in the home that make it feel so cozy and homey. My friend and I were visiting Yosemite for the week and could not have picked a better place to stay. We loved walking around seeing the horses and the precious mini donkeys. We could have pet them all day! The outdoor shower was so nice and the bed was super comfy. Would 100% book here again. Loved it!
5.0
My wife and I stayed for 5 days. Our plans were to drive into Yosemite each day, but the property and guest house are so peaceful and relaxing we only drove into Yosemite 2 days and really enjoyed this place. It's a hidden gem on beautiful property away from the hustle and bustle. Its conveniently located near Mariposa to pick up groceries or eat out at restaurants. Perfect location to drive into Yosemite on scenic drive through canyon along Merced river and eat dinner in town on way back. They have everything to cook if you like which we chose to do a couple of nights. The pictures make it look cozy but it's even better in person. Stephen is really nice and was always there if anything was needed. We will definitely be booking again in the near future, since this is by far the best VRBO or competitor place we have experienced.
5.0
Forget The Rest This Is The Best
My wife and I stayed for 5 days. Our plans were to drive into Yosemite each day, but the property and guest house are so peaceful and relaxing we only drove into Yosemite 2 days and really enjoyed this place. It's a hidden gem on beautiful property away from the hustle and bustle. Its conveniently located near Mariposa to pick up groceries or eat out at restaurants. Perfect location to drive into Yosemite on scenic drive through canyon along Merced river and eat dinner in town on way back. They have everything to cook if you like which we chose to do a couple of nights. The pictures make it look cozy but it's even better in person. Stephen is really nice and was always there if anything was needed. We will definitely be booking again in the near future, since this is by far the best VRBO or competitor place we have experienced.
5.0
A very beautiful cottage in horse country. The property was very pretty and the cottage was decorated very well. They had everything in the kitchen you could need to cook up a meal. We recommend shopping before you arrive since Cathey’s Valley is pretty sparse for stores. If they added a fireplace we’d probably never leave.
5.0
Nice Getaway
A very beautiful cottage in horse country. The property was very pretty and the cottage was decorated very well. They had everything in the kitchen you could need to cook up a meal. We recommend shopping before you arrive since Cathey’s Valley is pretty sparse for stores. If they added a fireplace we’d probably never leave.
5.0
Beautiful location. Very accommodating hosts. Great experience
Exactly as described. Cant say enough about the beauty of this place
5.0
Amazing!!
Thank you Stephen & Gayle, it was such a great place to stay and we enjoyed everything about it! The place was perfect, the area was great and loved the ranch. Thanks again and hope to see you in the future. Rob & Summer
5.0
We absolutely loved this property. It’s nestled back on a large ranch surrounded by nature. The hosts, Stephen and Gayle, are delightful. We especially enjoyed walking the property and petting the horses and donkeys! Now we want a few donkeys in our yard! Oh…the outdoor shower was amazing! We’ll be back!!
5.0
A little slice of Heaven
We absolutely loved this property. It’s nestled back on a large ranch surrounded by nature. The hosts, Stephen and Gayle, are delightful. We especially enjoyed walking the property and petting the horses and donkeys! Now we want a few donkeys in our yard! Oh…the outdoor shower was amazing! We’ll be back!!
5.0
Great weekend getaway
The place was everything that we thought it will be. A lot of squirrels and cotton tailed bunnies running around. Friendly horses and donkeys. Perfectly decorated cottage in the midst. This place was straight out of a folklore. Highly recommended.
5.0
Memorable and Outstanding Stay at the Round Hat Ranch!
The pictures don't do this beautiful property justice - if you really want to get away from it all, this is the place. Stephen was extremely helpful prior to our arrival with information about local restaurants and logistics to/from Yosemite. The cottage was spotless and well appointed. Would definitely recommend!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Sierra Nevada?
The average price for a rental in Sierra Nevada is $236 per night. This rental is $31 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Yosemite Gateway\/HorseRanch Cottage\/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower\/Scenic Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Yosemite Gateway\/HorseRanch Cottage\/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower\/Scenic Views pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Yosemite Gateway\/HorseRanch Cottage\/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower\/Scenic Views?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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