Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples
House in Yosemite Park Way
3 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Planning a romantic getaway to Yosemite? Lucky you! With its stunning vistas and wild beauty, there are few other places that kindle romance quite like Yosemite.
Of course, you’ll want accommodations to match, and our Serenity Suite offers what few places in Yosemite can—a luxury home that’s private and peaceful. Designed as perfect for a couple, it’s the perfect setting to create lasting memories together. Located at 5,500 feet, it provides an escape from high temperatures on the Valley floor in summer and proximity to fun at Badger Pass in the winter.
Located inside the park gate, in the Yosemite West neighborhood, Serenity Suite is approximately 20-30 minutes from popular attractions, including the Valley floor and its breathtaking waterfalls, Glacier Point, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees. It sure beats long drives from outside the gates or sitting in lines for hours! Even lodging just a few miles outside the gates can mean over 1-hour waits or being forced to start vacation days before 7 am to beat the crowds. Not so at Serenity Suite! Start each day on your own schedule.
Serenity Suite is of modern construction, and you can feel the care that went into every detail, including high-end finishes such as handcrafted Shaker-style cabinets and top-notch kitchen appliances. Guests always rave about the quality and comfort of this beautiful home, from the very comfortably outfitted King bed to the large covered deck. We’ve finished the home with marble countertops in the bathroom, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a soothing jetted tub. You’ll be tempted to spend your whole vacation lounging inside! The home is fully equipped - towels, linens, dishes, cookware. You only need to bring yourself, your food/drink, and a good time!
As you can see in our pictures, the living area and bedroom are connected. In fact, the whole suite boasts an open floor plan and extra high lofted ceilings that both make the space feel much bigger than it is. There are windows all around the main room, so you’ll enjoy plenty of light and incredible views of the woods while relaxing in front of a cozy fire. The dining area seats four, and the spacious kitchen comes fully equipped. Also unique is central air conditioning for your comfort, more functional than mini-splits and not common in our area.
Outside you’ll find a huge covered deck with a barbecue. As from the inside of Serenity Suite, you’ll enjoy forested views all around you when relaxing outside with morning coffee or your evening refreshments. It’s nearly impossible to find this kind of private retreat elsewhere in Yosemite and still stay central to everything.
Serenity Suite is located below our other unit, Royal Retreat (which sleeps up to 4 people). All of your space is separate and private including your parking area, entrance and deck. The entrance to the suite is down an 18-step stairway which is extra wide to make it easy to get luggage in and out. PLEASE NOTE: because this is a lower unit, you will hear footfall and other sounds of occupancy coming from the unit above. While we built the home with soundproofing and our guests to date have been satisfied, please expect this.
This perfectly situated couples retreat is already booking for the 2024 season. Contact us today to make your reservation!
TV/Entertainment: There is no TV service at our home. We have a DVD video library with a variety of titles including Yosemite related films. Streaming entertainment is available using your own entertainment account.
Cell Service: There is NO cell service at our home. We provide a landline phone with long distance calling options. We can advise you on areas of the park with cell service. Wi-Fi calling is available to support the use of your cell phone without a cellular signal.
Internet and Wi-Fi: We live in a remote area. Internet is Starlink Satellite. Due to the forested and mountainous location, certain functions such as live video (i.e. Zoom) are generally limited and performance will vary.
Maximum occupancy: Normally 2 people. Infants under 6 months can be added to this maximum at no charge. Seasonally we may offer this for booking for 3 people, which would be 3 people, any age, no exception for adding infants. There is a charge for the 3rd person, even if they are under 2 years old, except there is no charge for infants under 6 months old.
Of course, you’ll want accommodations to match, and our Serenity Suite offers what few places in Yosemite can—a luxury home that’s private and peaceful. Designed as perfect for a couple, it’s the perfect setting to create lasting memories together. Located at 5,500 feet, it provides an escape from high temperatures on the Valley floor in summer and proximity to fun at Badger Pass in the winter.
Located inside the park gate, in the Yosemite West neighborhood, Serenity Suite is approximately 20-30 minutes from popular attractions, including the Valley floor and its breathtaking waterfalls, Glacier Point, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees. It sure beats long drives from outside the gates or sitting in lines for hours! Even lodging just a few miles outside the gates can mean over 1-hour waits or being forced to start vacation days before 7 am to beat the crowds. Not so at Serenity Suite! Start each day on your own schedule.
Serenity Suite is of modern construction, and you can feel the care that went into every detail, including high-end finishes such as handcrafted Shaker-style cabinets and top-notch kitchen appliances. Guests always rave about the quality and comfort of this beautiful home, from the very comfortably outfitted King bed to the large covered deck. We’ve finished the home with marble countertops in the bathroom, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a soothing jetted tub. You’ll be tempted to spend your whole vacation lounging inside! The home is fully equipped - towels, linens, dishes, cookware. You only need to bring yourself, your food/drink, and a good time!
As you can see in our pictures, the living area and bedroom are connected. In fact, the whole suite boasts an open floor plan and extra high lofted ceilings that both make the space feel much bigger than it is. There are windows all around the main room, so you’ll enjoy plenty of light and incredible views of the woods while relaxing in front of a cozy fire. The dining area seats four, and the spacious kitchen comes fully equipped. Also unique is central air conditioning for your comfort, more functional than mini-splits and not common in our area.
Outside you’ll find a huge covered deck with a barbecue. As from the inside of Serenity Suite, you’ll enjoy forested views all around you when relaxing outside with morning coffee or your evening refreshments. It’s nearly impossible to find this kind of private retreat elsewhere in Yosemite and still stay central to everything.
Serenity Suite is located below our other unit, Royal Retreat (which sleeps up to 4 people). All of your space is separate and private including your parking area, entrance and deck. The entrance to the suite is down an 18-step stairway which is extra wide to make it easy to get luggage in and out. PLEASE NOTE: because this is a lower unit, you will hear footfall and other sounds of occupancy coming from the unit above. While we built the home with soundproofing and our guests to date have been satisfied, please expect this.
This perfectly situated couples retreat is already booking for the 2024 season. Contact us today to make your reservation!
TV/Entertainment: There is no TV service at our home. We have a DVD video library with a variety of titles including Yosemite related films. Streaming entertainment is available using your own entertainment account.
Cell Service: There is NO cell service at our home. We provide a landline phone with long distance calling options. We can advise you on areas of the park with cell service. Wi-Fi calling is available to support the use of your cell phone without a cellular signal.
Internet and Wi-Fi: We live in a remote area. Internet is Starlink Satellite. Due to the forested and mountainous location, certain functions such as live video (i.e. Zoom) are generally limited and performance will vary.
Maximum occupancy: Normally 2 people. Infants under 6 months can be added to this maximum at no charge. Seasonally we may offer this for booking for 3 people, which would be 3 people, any age, no exception for adding infants. There is a charge for the 3rd person, even if they are under 2 years old, except there is no charge for infants under 6 months old.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
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Reviews
10.0
A perfect little corner of paradise to explore Yosemite. Very clean, organized and everything we could ever need for a stay in Yosemite.
10.0
The serenity suite was perfect for our needs! Beautiful, well kept with really thoughtful touches, super clean, cozy, and conveniently located a short drive a way into the valley for hiking!
10.0
This was our first trip to Yosemite and the Serenity Suite was the perfect place to stay within the park. The suite was immaculately clean and modern. We enjoyed coming back to relax on peaceful deck after a long day of hikinh. Definitely recommend!
10.0
We stayed here in early May. This has to be one of our favorite VRBO rentals ever. The location, the communication, the cleanliness, the amenities, etc. I could go on and on. It was well stocked and quiet. It was perfect for the two of us as our home away from home. We were able to fix our meals with ease. We took our lunches with us to the park and ate in the other two. I am picky about cleanliness and this was top notch. It is everything as described. You won't be disappointed.
10.0
The place was great. Nice extra touches, most comfortable couch in any place I have stayed. Very nice for a single or a couple!
10.0
It was a great cabin/condo for two people. Kitchen was well furnished. Wonderful deck with great view and grill. Short drive to Yosemite Valley. Highly recommend this property! Must add that the jacuzzi tub was an added bonus after a day of hiking.
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in Serenity Suite. The owners truly thought of everything to make us feel ready for our stay and to make us comfortable while we were there. It was a great place to "come home to" after enjoying Yosemite Park. The bed was especially comfortable.
10.0
My wife and I stayed here during an April trip to Yosemite, and we loved the place. It was really clean, well-furnished, and the house and its setting (among towering evergreens) are absolutely beautiful. At only about a 15-minute drive from the Tunnel View of Yosemite Valley, this location is convenient to the valley attractions. It's at a much higher elevation than the valley floor, and we often found the place in the fog of clouds. We returned on a rainy afternoon in the park to find a light dusting of snow on the ground in the Yosemite West community - it rapidly melted off, but was a testament to how the weather can be very different between the valley floor and the higher-elevation condo. There is an upstairs unit directly above, but noise from occupants up there seemed limited and tolerable. All in all, this place was wonderful and we loved it.
10.0
Great little suite for my wife and I while we visited Yosemite. We stayed five nights. The place was very organized and clean. Great location for getting around the park. Tons of information in the suite and provided via correspondence with the owners. We would absolutely use this suite again, if we come back to the park in the future.
10.0
Beautiful King bed and generous room accommodations- loved the fireplace after a long day of hiking. Close to the park,convenient within the park stay. Would def reccomdend to anyone coming to Yosemite!!
10.0
This was up there with the best vacation rental we've stayed in. It was sparkling clean, it had everything you need for a feel at home experience and more. Holly and Jeff are very helpful and friendly. Location is great. Not really in National Park land but access is only thru the natioal park road. It's about 40 min to the Village due to 35mph road limit, but you feel you are in park land because Yosemite West is just as pristine a land. Beautiful!!! We'll stay again and would recommend it 100%.
10.0
This place was perfect! It was quiet, secluded but also extremely easy to get to! It’s perfectly located to give a nice drive to the valley but not too far where it becomes taxing after a long day of hiking. The cabin is very comfortable as well providing all the amenities required for an easy stay in the mountains! The WiFi worked great, no issues there!
10.0
We stayed three nights at this warm, convenient, and comfortable place. The fireplace was well-appreciated after our wintry days in Yosemite. Holly was extremely friendly and responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0
We couldn't have been more pleased with our choice to stay in the Serenity Suite. The location is stunning - both the development itself and its proximity to Yosemite Valley, the Mariposa Grove, and other amazing places. So good to be inside the gates!
The property is immaculate and very handsome. All the features as promised - sparkling modern kitchen and bath, jetted tub, huge windows, great gas fireplace - the most realistic and functional we've ever experienced. Yes, a bit of thin ceiling with the upstairs, but it was never a problem.
We had a snow storm while there. We shoveled to get out early, but when we came home, every bit we didn't get to had been cleared.
Also as advertised, there is no cell connection. The satellite internet worked just fine for basic connection, but not for streaming. We had a grand time with an interesting and varied DVD collection, games, cooking, and reading.
Holly was a great communicator - plenty of information and very timely.
We would stay here again without question!
10.0
Fabulous place to stay in the park. Clean condo with all the amenities. Had a great stay.
10.0
Serenity Suite was perfect for our visit to Yosemite. The location was great and the space was larger than expected. Holly and Jeff thought of everything! The level of communication from them as well as information provided to help us have a successful trip was above and beyond. I highly recommend staying at this property!
10.0
We loved our stay at Serenity Suite! The location is a perfect cozy home base for exploring Yosemite. Serenity Suite is the lower level of a two story cottage. It is spacious as advertised, beautifully furnished, and we were very comfortable for our four night stay. There is a nice private deck in the back where we occasionally saw some Yosemite mule deer and birds coming into the yard to eat some berries. Our host Holly was very helpful, sending an email head of our stay with good suggestions for groceries and gas on our way in. She answered questions quickly. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed our stay. Would certainly consider booking again.
10.0
Great place to see everything
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Hot shower and comfortable bed were much appreciated after our wonderful hay hikes each day.
10.0
This location is perfect for exploring Yosemite Valley! You only have to enter the park once and are in! We loved every minute of our stay! We will definitely be back!!
10.0
This property was everything we could have asked for and more at Yosemite. The location is central to Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point, and Mariposa Grove - and within the park gates! We had an amazing time exploring the park!
10.0
My husband and I ended up having to cancel our trip so I can really only speak to the excellent communication with Holly during the process. I had purchased travel insurance so our reservation cost was covered. It was our first time getting travel insurance, and after this I highly recommend it to everyone!!! In our case, we only paid 70 and considering the cost of the trip itself, it makes no sense not to get it.
Holly was very kind in all our communication during the time while we were still trying to figure out whether we would be able to make it. She even read through the policy i had purchased and shared her experience with me to provide some advice. She certainly didn't have to do this, but she did. We deeply appreciated her kindness at such a stressful time and definitely plan another stay here!
10.0
Organized and serene. Owners left information and were available to answer questions No wonder this Vrbo gets 5 star reviews. Older individuals need to know lots of steps to go down with luggage- but the view is pretty and the steps are lighted at night. Did hear some footsteps upstairs but it was minimal
10.0
Owners were great, highly recommended.
10.0
We had an amazing time at Serenity. The Suite is much larger than I expected and it's both comfortable and beautiful! Conveniently located, not too far from Yosemite Valley, Badger Pass Ski resort and Wawona. Great communication with the owners. Highly recommend to anyone who are looking for a peace of mind in Yosemite.
10.0
First, I will say communication with Holly was excellent. She was very responsive, and answered any questions I had. The place is located about 35 mins or so from the Yosemite Visitor center just to give you an idea. Access to trails from there is 5-7 mins depending on traffic. As far as the place goes, it has everything you want. Cooking supplies, spices, fresh towels, and it was all extremely clean. Highlights is that everything is labeled and there’s even a binder with additional information about the place. The bed was the best, as it was one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in. The fireplace is gas and puts out some serious heat, so keep that in mind, even though it had central heat.
There’s limited wifi available which we did not use. Also, if you have a larger SUV or truck, the parking pad may be a little tight when you parallel park but shouldn’t be a problem.
Overall, it was exactly as advertised and would be staying again in the future.
10.0
We had an excellent stay at Royal Retreat (in winter in stormy weather), after upgrading from Serenity Suite. The owners have put a lot of thought into this place and have provided all of the necessities for an enjoyable stay. The kitchen is well stocked with nice appliances and all one needs to cook meals, the beds are very comfortable, bathrooms are very nice, and there are books, games, and dvds to use. The living area and bedrooms also heat up nicely with the central heating system. We also appreciated the snowshoes that were provided. The drive to inner Yosemite Valley is about 30 minutes. I would highly recommend this property and would love to stay here again.
10.0
Lovely ground level apartment/suite. Spacious kitchen/dining area and TV area. It is a studio so bedroom and tv/room are in the same space but there’s a good amount of room. 30-40 min for majority of trails and The Awanhee.
10.0
Look no further than this listing if you are interested in seeing all of Yosemite! This unit is perfect: a complete kitchen, a lovely living room area, a comfortable bed, eat in area for 4, a terrace in the woods with a BBQ, bathroom with jacuzzi tub and in unit laundry. We did all our shopping in Fresno, and had plenty of room for a week’s worth of food.
The upper part of Yosemite, Tioga Pass/ Tuolumne is an hour from Yosemite West, but much farther from Wawona, Mariposa or Fishcamp, making these other locations less feasible for day trekking. The Valley is 1/2 hour drive and the Mariposa Grove less than an hour away. The neighborhood is quiet.
Holly was very helpful with info and available during our stay. She had the unit stocked with everything we needed. We appreciated that she contacted us during our stay to see if we needed anything.
We were so satisfied, cannot recommend it more highly!
10.0
This was a great location to enjoy Yosemite Park. Space was very comfortable and well stocked with everything you need. Hope to come back again some day!
10.0
Amazing location! It had all the amenities needed for cooking! Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to explore Yosemite!
10.0
Conveniently located inside the park, so you can avoid the entry line every day! This cabin had everything we needed and was the perfect getaway for our anniversary. Very quiet and comfortable. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!
10.0
Perfect place for a serene stay in Yosemite. The accommodations are amazing. Bedding is lush, kitchen is fully stocked, living area is so relaxing, and the setting is peaceful . Our hosts were so accommodating. It truly is serene. It is close to all the Yosemite sites, and the neighborhood is beautiful. We were so happy we chose Serenity Suites.
10.0
Property is just as posted. We’ll stocked. Nice way to end a day after being in Yosemite. Could also rent upper level for family or larger group. Easy check in. We had a great stay!
10.0
The pictures don't do this place justice - it was much bigger in person and was extremely convenient to go to Yosemite Valley from here. We did the Half Dome hike our first morning here and being inside the park saved us plenty of time / stress in the morning. Property was extremely clean and well taken care of. Would highly recommend to friends & family. Thanks Holly and Jeff!
10.0
Property was exactly as described by the owner's listing & pictures. Reviews are also accurate. Overall a great stay. Relaxing & restful with all the comforts of home!
10.0
Owner was very accommodating. Home had everything we needed and close to Yosemite Valley. Quiet neighborhood.
10.0
Beautiful property. Quiet. Clean. Highly recommend!
10.0
This was the perfect location for our first trip to Yosemite. It is located right in between Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Groves which was perfect for us visiting each area. The neighborhood is quiet and the space was bigger than we expected. It was great to be able to relax after long days of hiking on the balcony overlooking the forest. We will definitely be staying here again in the future!
10.0
This is one of the best places you can stay if you want to spend time in the valley. It's a short, easy drive to just about every trailhead (30 mins to lower Yosemite Falls, for example). My wife and I had a great time here and enjoyed a wonderful weekend rock climbing & hiking. Highly recommended!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Yosemite Park Way?
The average price for a rental in Yosemite Park Way is R 8,479 per night. This rental is R 2,839 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Spacious King Suite, INSIDE Yosemite Gate, Perfect for Couples?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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