Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River | House in Catheys Valley

9.8 (42 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Catheys Valley House | Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River

2 Bedroom House in Catheys Valley

Quiet and serene retreat for adults (not set up for children) located in California Gold County on ranch property - a little more than a mile from highway 140, which is the route to the west entrance of Yosemite Valley. The property is situated in the rolling hills and oak trees of Catheys Valley. The The sunrise and sunsets are gorgeous and the night sky has an unobstructed view of the stars. The historic rock walls that exist on the property are from the early gold rush days of California. Wildlife abounds on this property - deer, coyote, bobcats, birds such as turkey, hummingbirds and the California Quail.
The retreat has just been renovated and has two large comfortable bedrooms, each with a queen bed. Two twin sized rollaway cots can be provided when booking for 5 or 6 guests. There is a separate air conditioner/heater split system for each bedroom and the living area - very quiet. The open floor plan has a living room with plenty of lounging area and includes games and puzzles, flat screen TV, and WiFi. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator/freezer, a stove/oven, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee machine & tea pot, blender, glasses, dishes, pots/pans, silverware and cooking utensils. There is an iron, ironing board, and washing machine. Out the front door is a private patio under a large oak tree with a picnic table and charcoal only BBQ.
We have 1 security camera outside facing the front door.
The retreat is fully stocked with towels, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, shower soap, linens, laundry soap, dish soap, coffee, some spices and cooking oil, toilet paper, paper towels. Housekeeping is provided before and after your stay. There is not a daily maid service. The entry is a personal key code access and there is plenty of room for parking.
Catheys Valley is a quaint small town with a restaurant, gas and convenience store and a small post office. The Catheys Valley park has the old Catheys Valley school house, an informational plaque/marker describing the founder of Catheys Valley and a blacksmith shop sponsored by the Catheys Valley Historical Society - open during special events and holidays. Raw Roots Farm are located in Catheys Valley and are worth the visit. You can also arrange an animal tour with us while you are visiting.
The Mariposa Fair Grounds hosts the Mariposa County Fair and rodeo including the demolition derby, various events and festivals and the Mining and Mineral Museum that gives you the colorful history of our gold country past.
Mariposa is a small gold rush town that now offers local antiques, gift shops and art galleries, wine and olive oil tasting, restaurants, groceries and gas stations. For historical sightseeing, the court house is the original court house built in 1854 and the only original court house still operating in California. Tours are available during certain times of the year. The Mariposa Museum of History sits in the central part of town and is close to breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
Highway 140 continues through Mariposa along the scenic Merced river to the west entrance of Yosemite National Park, the only all weather route into Yosemite and the closest entrance to the valley floor loop. Along the route there are places to stop for picnics, water rafting, beaches and of course beautiful scenic photography opportunities of the wild California poppies and the beautiful rock outcroppings. The Merced River Recreation Area in Briceburg is a great place for all of these.
Other family activities around Mariposa include the historic Sugar Pine Railroad that takes guests on a 4 mile narrated railway adventure traversing original logging rail beds by a steam locomotive; the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway will take you through giant sequoia groves, alpine lakes, wildflower fields and amazing views of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range; and multiple lakes for swimming, boating or fishing.
Yosemite National Park is set within California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s famed for its giant, ancient sequoias, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome. In Yosemite Village are shops, restaurants, the Yosemite Museum and the Ansel Adams Gallery, offering prints of the photographer’s renowned black-and-white landscapes of the area.

Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River is located in Catheys Valley. Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Laundry, Parking, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Laundry, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Oaks Retreat in tranquil setting near Yosemite Valley/Merced River has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Catheys Valley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Catheys Valley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: only adults 21 years of age or older.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Laura D.
Aug 3, 2025 07:08:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Check in was easy. Had the door code ahead of time. Arrived early to the host finishing up watering the exterior landscape. Walk in to a livingroom/kitchen space. Comfy chairs and couch. A small desk and table. Kitchen had all the basics needed for at least 4 people (our party size). We didn't know if the coffee machine was a pot or a pod. We bought coffee for a pot. Bring pods!Stacking washer/dryer combo which we used while there.Two bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Beds were more than adequate.We spent most of our time out on the patio either talking or eating a meal. Watched the meteor shower when it was dark. Couldn't figure out how to turn off the exterior lights. They must be on a timer.Local information was helpful having ahead of time. The grocery store in Mariposa has reusable bags that you pay for. We left ours for the next guests.The bonus is the farm animals that live across the drive.
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