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(23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite

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Front entrance of cabin
Large open kitchen area
Dining area
View of kitchen and dining area from living room
Living room with rock fireplace and TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 694.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Yosemite National Park, CA
  • Wawona Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wawona Visitor Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Yosemite South Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

(23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite

Big Cedar has spectacular views of the Yosemite forest and mountains from large picture windows. The home has central heating and air, WiFi, a washer and dryer, a dishwasher, a fireplace (wood provided in season), and flat-screen satellite TV in both the living room and the Master bedroom. This home is very private with a large, enclosed deck, complete with a gas BBQ for grilling your favorite meal while enjoying the incredible Yosemite views! No Pets allowed. "EV Charging Station available within five miles of the cabin"
2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 6 - Single Level - Silver rated - 1,021 Sq. Ft. - 620 Sq. Ft. Deck

About the Area

Nestled just 4 miles inside the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is the charming and historic town of Wawona. Located at the base of Chilnualna Falls (the second highest vertical drop waterfall in Yosemite), and home to the principal trailheads into the southern Yosemite wilderness, Wawona is also the closest town to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
Wawona has the feel of a small town but is bustling with activity! Over 160 residents, including Yosemite Park employees, live in Wawona and can be seen gathering at the town's community center, playing a pick up game of basketball at the elementary school, jogging on one of the many picturesque trails or simply walking their dogs and baby strollers through the winding residential streets. The historic Wawona Swinging Bridge boasts the best natural water slide in the Park! The historic village is filled with docents, stagecoach rides, horseback rides, and barn dances in the summer season and the Wawona Meadow Loop offers year-round riparian meadow wildlife viewing.
Wawona was known to the local Native American Miwok in their language as Pallachun (a good place to stay). It is located entirely within Yosemite National Park (it preceded the founding of the park as a national recreation area) and is located on the South fork of the wild and scenic Merced River, on the main highway (State Route 41) from Fresno to Yosemite Valley.
Galen Clark, who helped gain preservation legislation for Mariposa Grove and what later became part of Yosemite National Park, occupied the Wawona area in 1855 and established a tourist rest and modest ranch which he later sold and made into a hotel and resort property (the Wawona Hotel). The Wawona post office was established in 1878 and was originally called Clark's Station.
The Redwoods In Yosemite has over 110 vacation rental homes and is proud to say that all of them are located in Wawona. All are within walking distance of everything that Wawona has to offer and every one of them is surrounded by the majesty of Yosemite National Park!

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The Redwoods in Yosemite
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English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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

Important information

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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
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

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Wawona Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wawona Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wawona Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Timberloft Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Trees Lodge Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is (23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at (23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at (23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is (23A) Big Cedar at The Redwoods In Yosemite located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Yosemite Cemetery, Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Golf Course. Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Art L.

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

Great place to yay in Wawona!

Perfect for our family of 5, and as a base camp to explore Yosemite! The washer and dryer were great for us, they allowed us to minimize our packing. Definitely a return trip destination!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

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

Great stay

Gave this unit five stars but there were some issues. The microwave over the range is not operative. Appears the owner went the cheap route with a microwave on the counter. Unfortunately, that eliminates the vent fan over the range. Please sharpen the knives.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karimah A., San Francisco CA

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Husband’s B-Day

Great location, clean, quiet, great amenities and ambience. We would for sure stay they again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari D., Elmhurst, Illinois

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

Nice stay Inside the park

Easy check-in, clean and had everything we needed. It was nice to already be inside the gates, so no waiting for entry into the park every morning. About a 45 minute drive to the valley. We would definitely stay again if we return to Yosemite.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

C M.

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

Good location

Clean but things are getting a bit old in this VRBO: Inside couches, exterior furniture. Owners need to spruce it up. Also, Dish TV is terrible- get something better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

2nd Visit

We've stayed here twice now and both have been very comfortable. The kitchen/living room area is very open and full of windows and light. Because we visited in June this time when the temps were in the 90's, having air conditioning was a big plus at dinner time. The location of the cabin is great in that you're at the top of the road and so it's quiet and virtually no traffic. The kitchen is well equipped except for the cheese grater which I think is really a nutmeg grater as it is so small. The other thing about all these cabins is that none of them have sharp knives or knife sharpeners so bring your own. Lastly, I would agree with Snowy weekend that it would be nice if the patio furniture was out and easily accessible. It was stacked and dirty when we arrived. Been coming to the Redwoods for 20+ years now and this is certainly one of the better properties.

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Great base to explore Yosemite

This house suited all our needs while exploring Yosemite. Having 2 king bedroom suites accommodated 2 couples. The house was welcoming and a great place to relax after spending the day in the park. The beds were comfy and we slept soundly with fresh air. On the one hot day, the A/C cooled us off quickly. We loved watching the bats at sunset. We had one minor glitch in that our grill's propane tank was empty. The Redwood staff brought us a new tank within 15 minutes. That was an amazing response time. We cooked every evening meal at the house. The kitchen provided the basic amenities and we enjoyed the large kitchen table. The front desk staff provided information about the area and ideas for hiking. When we needed some items for the house (no hot pads in the drawers) they were quick to respond. The only challenge we had was arriving late at night in the dark. The house was not easily marked and we drove in circles a few times before we found it via pictures from the website. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Torrey K.

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

Dirty, old and rundown

This home is sad. You can tell it was once loved, but no more. Filthy on checkin, hair everywhere in both baths, top sheet torn and quarter sized ink stain. Mold in bathroom shower stall. Missing formica on worn countertops. Beds were lumpy. Entire house stunk each time we turned on the hvac. Suspect the filter needs to be changed and the ducts cleaned. Couches are uncomfortable and worn. Blinds throughout were filthy and broken. Light from neighbor’s floodlights poured in through the broken blinds and kept both couples up at night. No blackout drapes anywhere. Shower heads have worse than usual flow, so it takes forever to rinse hair. Notice was left saying it was against the law according to National Park Service to have a fire in the fireplace, despite claims for it and wood supplied outside. Checked with them at next outing, those restrictions were lifted 2 weeks earlier. Host or owner just did not want us using the expensive firewood. A single, thin bath towel, hand towel and washcloth per person. Had to use my washcloth as a dishrag to wipe up kitchen counters after meals. 3 rolls of tp for 5 adults for the week. 3 pods for dishwasher for 5 people for 8 days. Pick a property with another property management company. Way too expensive for the condition of home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

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

Beautiful and comfortable

We were pleased that the cabin was so clean and modern, especially inside. Big Cedar cabin has a great living area with a beautiful fireplace and a well stocked, modern kitchen. The furniture and beds were very comfortable. The bathrooms were clean and pleasant. A little more water pressure in the shower would have been nice. The deck is fantastic. Large and inviting. The grill was gassed up and ready to go. Sitting on the deck one morning two graceful mule deer casually strolled by. The natural effect was nice, but honestly could have been a little more tidy. The neighborhood isn't bad but nothing great. It is just under an hour's drive to get to Yosemite valley's main attractions. It's location in the park saves the hassle of getting permits for the park.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Armando M., SAN DIEGO

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

Great experience

Amazing home and scenery would love to come back again for a longer period of time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoya V.

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

Great place, great location

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It's spacious, clean, has everything you need and great location. I would definitely recommend this property for anyone who likes nature, cozy and comfortable accommodations and close proximity to major hiking areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Marissa N.

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

Good location in the park

Location was good. 50 minutes to the valley and 30 minutes to glacier point area. Quiet area. Small grocery with just the essentials in neighborhood was quaint and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect place for enjoying Yosemite

Located in the park and had all the amenities. Not often you find a rental with two king size master suites. We were happy renters

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Love Yosemite

The location was great allowing us a spacious place to cook breakfast, dinner and pack lunches while spending our days in the park. The house is in a beautiful setting. The accommodations were dated and would use a bit of maintenance and a deep clean. That being said we would rent again as is!

8/10 Good

Mary Lou G.

Nice spacious cabin!

The cabin gave us all it promised. It was spacious and comfortable. We had two large bedrooms and a nice size living room and kitchen dining area. We wished we had more time to spend in it and Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Melissa J.

Great location, lots of beds, well-equipped kitchen!

This was a convenient property for our whole family. Loved the A/C, washer dryer, dishwasher. The property had a great deck with a wonderful view. It was about 30 minutes to the valley floor. The house had everything we needed including wifi and a nearby convenience store. There were several nice hikes right down the street. I would return to this property if we go back to Yosemite!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

Snowy weekend

The house was beautiful and roomy! Loved having king size beds. Well equipped kitchen. Only complaint would be the shower water pressure, not sure if all cabins have the same pressure. It would have been nice if patio furniture wasn't stored underneath the deck cover. We would have sat outside and enjoyed fresh air even though snowing.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Relaxing

Nice place to spend w family. Unlimited firewood, close to store, beautiful views. We brought a couple area rugs for the entry way and livingroom, because it was all tile, so it added a nice touch. I like to run and found a 4 mile loop across the two bridges. Drove down to the valley for adventure.

About the host

Hosted by The Redwoods in Yosemite

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The Redwoods in Yosemite is located in the little community of Wawona, 6 miles INSIDE the south entrance of Yosemite National Park. It makes a wonderful home base while you explore and play in Yosemite. Depending on the season, there is always something special to enjoy!

In the spring, the rivers and waterfalls throughout the Park, including nearby Chilnualna Falls, are nothing short of awe-inspiring.

During the summer, you have the opportunity to relax in the south fork of the Merced River & cascading waterfalls. Enjoy a hike to nearby Chilnualna Falls, the Swinging Bridge, and the Meadow Loop Trail. Visit the nearby famous Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Enjoy fine dining and play golf at the historic Big Trees Lodge (formerly The Wawona Hotel), go horseback riding, fishing, enjoy Ranger walks and talks, or visit the Living History Center/Pioneer Village.

In the fall, the colors are spectacular as you enjoy the walking path around the golf course of the nearby historic Big Trees Lodge. See the nearby famous Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.

In the winter, the family-friendly Yosemite Ski and Snowboard Area (formerly Badger Pass Ski Area) offers snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, cross-country ski tours, and in Yosemite Valley enjoy the outdoor ice skating rink.

In any season our Wedding and Event Center is open for all occasions! Whether it's for a group ski vacation, business training, a family Christmas or Thanksgiving get together, or a reunion of any kind this is the perfect spot for all to gather. Our Wedding and Event Center comfortably seats 100 for group meetings, and 80 for formal dining. There is a large open deck with a fireplace, and inside there is a second fireplace along with a separate Board Room and Catering Kitchen.

Come enjoy and relax in the welcoming atmosphere of our unique community. Call 1-855-471-6641 for more information.

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