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Game Room
Hot Tub
Foosball
Pool Table
Living Room with Smart TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ahwahnee, California
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Deer Haven/Hot Tub/Foosball/Pool Table

Summary:
* Private studio, Sleeps 11
* Private hot tub, patio and Bbq (charcoal not supplied)
*24 mi. to Yosemite National Park, South Gate
*Parking for 2 vehicles are included (additional vehicles $25 per night)
* We do not allow animals of any kind.
* Please put infants as children in your guest total, we do count them as a paying guest.
* No unaccounted for guests, very strictly enforced, see additional house rules! (property has exterior cameras).

The Space:
The space is a 3 bedroom house, with a bathroom in the Master with a shower and a Full hall bath with bathtub/shower combo. There is a full kitchen and living room as well as a separate game room with great views and a pool table. There is a dining room with large table. The hot tub is private and hot and ready year round.
We provide starter coffee and tea supplies for your stay.

Guest Access:
*Driveway/Parking area is shared with 3 other units, no other space is shared
*This listing is based on double occupancy, meaning there is a fee for each guest beyond 2 people. Day visitors are not allowed so every person on the property (including infants and children) at any time, must be on your reservation. Maximum guest occupancy is 11.
*Please do not try to open locked doors or wonder into patios belonging to other units in the property.
* Early checkin and Late check out must be a arranged in advance and will come with a charge. The Housekeeping company pays their staff by the hour, whether they are cleaning or waiting for guests to leave. In general they charge a fee of $25 per hour to alter the check in or check out time.
*Please note based on your parties size certain rooms will be locked up and inaccessible
.*We do not alter our cancellation policy for instances of snow, rain, smoke from fires and closures to the national park.
*Driveway/parking area is shared with 3 other units, no other space is shared.

The Neighborhood:
We are located 8 minuets from Oakhurst with all of its restaurants and amenities.

Getting Around:
You will need a car, but if you don't want to fight the crowds in Yosemite National Park you can take the YARTS bus in from one of the nearby stops.

Note: At times Yosemite National Park requires reservations, see the official website for details, if you fail to get them you can take the YARTS bus or another tour into the park without reservations.

Other Things to Note:
Charcoal for the grill is not provided. While we try to keep salt, pepper and oil stocked for your convenience, it is not guaranteed.

The thermostat is set to allow you to set it to a minimum and maximum temperature. Should you need to exceed these temperature limits there are additional fees.

Please note: some roads from the East, such as Tioga Pass and Glacier Point are seasonal and are closed October through June.

Pack-n-play must be requested in advance.

PLEASE NOTE: Hot Tub is available for use 24/7 but please know that the hot tub servicer will stop by at some point, during daytime hours, to service the hot tub. We do also have other service providers (Gardner, pest control etc) that may be outside on he property during daytime hours, from time to time.

Please note if checking out on any of the following holidays:
Easter
New Years Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Years Eve
New Years Day
You will receive a fee request after booking to cover housekeeping expense. The housekeeping company charges double on checkouts on any of the previously mentioned holidays

PLEASE NOTE: We do not alter our cancellation policy for instances of rain, snow, smoke from fires, failure to get National Park reservations or closures to the national park. Please purchase your travel insurance accordingly.

Lost and Found: All lost and found items will be kept for up to 7 days. Shipping cost and staff time to mail it back will be charged to the guest. The minimum fees to ship an item start at $50 and goes up depending on shipping cost.

Interaction with Guests:
We live only a half an hour away and are always available via the AirBNB app. or by phone if there is an emergency. At times we may be nearby and can be available to show you around.

Property manager

Carl Mitchell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*Quiet time is after 10PM - 8AM *Parking for TWO vehicles included, any vehicle beyond 2 is $25 per night arranged in advance (based on availabilit...

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ahwahnee

Ahwahnee is home to this holiday home. Wassama Round House State Historic Park and Fresno Flats Historical Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bass lake Recreation Area and Sierra National Forest. Children's Museum of the Sierra and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad are also worth visiting.
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Ahwahnee, California

What's nearby

  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 25 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 30 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 33 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 36 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 43 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hitching Post - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mariposa Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪South Gate Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Cid Mexican Cuisine - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Haven/Hot Tub/Foosball/Pool Table pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Deer Haven/Hot Tub/Foosball/Pool Table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Haven/Hot Tub/Foosball/Pool Table?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deer Haven/Hot Tub/Foosball/Pool Table located?

Situated in Ahwahnee, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sierra National Forest, Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park and Wassama Round House State Historic Park. River Creek Golf Course and Cold Spring are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sandeep v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Property is very well maintained and has beautiful view, good amenities, and game room is the best. Good Vacation home for family or friends group. Host is very responsive & communication was very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

Our stay at Deer Haven amazing. Check in was a breeze and home was spotless. The game room was a hit with my adult children and grand children. The hot tub was clean, hot and ready for this tired grandma/mom to relax. Communication with property owners when we had questions were answered promptly and efficiently. We would love to stay here again. You will not be disappointed in this rental 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nightmare

If you want to pay for cleaning services and then walk into a place full of rules on how to clean the place before you leave. This is the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Deer Haven

Stayed here with my friend for hiking in Yosemite. We did half-dome and mainly were able to score a lottery spot because of the wifi as there is virtually no reception within Yosemite. Overall, the place was great! The location worked well for Yosemite although you should expect an hour and a half drive to the valley. Wawona is closer by about 45 minutes. Given the geographic layout it does not get much better. You are also 15 minutes north of various stores including grocers, sporting goods, and convenience which is rare to be close to Yosemite and have these pleasantries. (We forgot some camping gear so Big 5 down the road was a Big Save) The amenities were more than sufficient. Although, no access to laundry. We did not need this as we were hiking everyday and did not care too much for smells. It is nice to take a hot shower after half dome if you ever get the opportunity. Oakhurst has plenty of good restaurants and seemed to be the closest for meals. Checking in was easy. Just watch your email for the shared link with instructions on how to get there. Pay attention to the address listed AND the city. Had no issues finding the place or following instructions to get in. Key code was communicated via email well before check in. The backyard view was also fantastic for a couple of flat landers. Great price, Great location, Great time. Would do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Good location but lacking in cleanliness

We had a fabulous time visiting Yosemite. The location of Deer Haven is great for day trips in and out of the park. However, the property is in need of a good cleaning and upgrades. Living area is nice size with large TV/entertainment area but furniture is worn. Large kitchen with very basic amenities. For the price we expected much better. Stay for the location but do not expect more than basic accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bethany F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location, lacks amenities

The location and layout of this home were great for 2 families of four who were visiting Yosemite. The drive to Yosemite was an hour and 30 minutes into the valley, but the drive was beautiful. The house lacked some amenities that would have been nice. We had to buy our own toilet paper after we ran out, and there were few kitchen supplies (enough for basic cooking, but not enough utensils or dishes for 8 people). The hot tub was cold most of the time we were there and we couldn't figure out how to get it hot (the kids didn't mind!). The listing says there is a washer and dryer, but we didn't find it. Overall, though, a great place. Just bring some extra supplies from home if you are traveling locally.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend for our teenage son

This was a great place to celebrate our teenage son's birthday with a few of his friends. They loved the game room, hot tub, and close trip to the snow. It was weekend we will always remember! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

alice l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

This house was perfect for a short getaway. The spa was clean and hot! The 9 of us slept comfortably. The game room was super fun and the snow we woke up to was magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Chandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay to visit that's reasonably close to Yosemite

We enjoyed our stay at this property and our trip to Yosemite. This place is about 55 miles from the park. Grocery stores, Starbucks, and couple of restaurants in 8-10 mins drive. The place is clean and very suitable for family trips when staying for more than one nights. Carl was very responsive and helpful. We enjoyed out stay. A couple of improvements make this place even better for winter stays with kids since the days are short: 1. Kids enjoyed the air hockey table a lot. However it needs some minor repairs. 2. Replacing few cooking utensils. Makes it easy when travelling with small kids. We are looking forward to staying in this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

ESAU A., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Everything was great! Hot tub and games was a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sebastian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Deer Haven review

The property is clean and well accomodated. Master bed was extremely comfortable. Disney + and Netflix for the kids when we got back from a day of hiking was welcome. The pool table and air hockey were also big hits. It's still over an hour into the heart of the park, but it was a great stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anabel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

We really enjoyed to stay in this place calm place and go to Yosemite trees, and water falls, ride horses, big trees etc.. We love it Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Very nice, only thing I could say is the kitchen utensils and pots need to be updated. Also no wine opener. But a lovely vacation home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Yosemite getaway

Was looking for a place relatively close to Yosemite for a long weekend dad / sons getaway and this was perfect. After long days hiking in Yosemite, relaxing in the hot tub and playing in the games room was awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Family Get Away

The house was great with Hot tub, Pool table and Air hockey, very clean and spacious. Two great towns within 1/2 hour drive. Awesome drive thru Yosemite. Owners always available for question. Wonderful place for family memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yosemite Vacation

Overall our experience was great! We learned a few tips for our next trip, lol! Our family created awesome memories that weekend 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Laura E., Murrieta, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

Deer Haven was a fantastic place for my family of 7 to stay. My kids loved the game room and the hot tub. It wasn't too far from a grocery store (10 minutes) and the drive to Yosemite was pretty nice. My only complaints (which were already addressed with the owner) were that the hot water in the master bathroom stopped working while we were there (not much you can do about that), and the lack of necessary supplies. -only 1 towel per person (literally no extras) -only 2 hand towels between the 2 bathrooms -only 1 dishtowel -0, I repeat, 0 pot holders or oven mitts (this really hindered our cooking) -very limited dishes for cooking -no extra blankets (and it was COLD at night) All in all, the good was better than the bad. But I have stayed in enough short-term rentals to know that these supplies should be provided to make your stay nicer. It would be easier to say we would stay here again if I knew that this was not going to be a problem next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Price was a bit much. Charge for every little thing. Wouldn’t recommend going through VRBO. A lot of hidden fees. I inquired about other listings where most owners were not going to charge for the toddlers we had but this place did not care. They also could use more cookware in the kitchen and more towels. We used the same towels the whole weekend. We also had to wash dishes that were still dirty with old food when we arrived. Everything else was great. Just expected a little bit more for the price we paid for a day and a half. Check out is super early. Read the fine print and also view the fees. The dollar amount per night is false, especially after you input the nights and how many guests. They charge a whole lot more for all guests. Their are other rental websites that only charge what it states per night plus cleaning fee. But overall this place was 8/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monique T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location For Groups

Deer Haven is spacious and convenient. Highly Recommend for groups
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Carl Mitchell

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