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King Suite for Active Couples Inside Yosemite Gate, Your Basecamp for Adventure!

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Outdoor dining
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

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Yosemite, CA
  • Yosemite National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Badger Pass Ski Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪100 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

King Suite for Active Couples Inside Yosemite Gate, Your Basecamp for Adventure!

Planning an unforgettable Yosemite adventure? Lucky you! With its iconic trails, rugged peaks, and endless opportunities for exploration, few places in the world offer such an incredible outdoor experience.

Of course, you’ll want accommodations to match your adventurous spirit—comfortable, convenient, and inside the park gates. Serenity Suite is exactly that: a high-quality, well-equipped King Suite designed for an active couple who wants to make the most of their time in Yosemite. At 5,500 feet elevation, Serenity Suite provides an escape from the summer heat on the Valley floor and is just minutes from Badger Pass Ski Area in winter. Whether you’re here for hiking, climbing, birdwatching, or photography, you found the perfect home base for your visit.

Located inside the park gates, in the Yosemite West neighborhood, you’re only 20-30 minutes from top attractions like Glacier Point, Yosemite Valley, and Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Unlike stays outside the park, you won’t waste time in long lines or have to start your day at dawn just to beat the crowds. Here, your adventure runs on your schedule.

A Best-In-Class Stay for Couples Who Explore
Serenity Suite is of modern construction, built with careful attention to detail and high-end finishes. Guests always rave about the quality of the home, from the exceptionally comfortable King bed to the large covered deck surrounded by towering trees.
You’ll find:
✔ Fully equipped kitchen with quality appliances for easy meal prep
✔ Marble & granite countertops for a polished, high-end feel
✔ Soothing jetted tub—perfect after a long day on the trails
✔ Central air conditioning (a rare luxury in this area!)
Everything is provided—linens, towels, cookware, and dishes—so all you need to bring is your gear, your sense of adventure, and your favorite food and drinks.

As you can see in our pictures, Serenity Suite features an open floor plan with extra-high, lofted ceilings that make the space feel even larger. The design features plentiful natural light and peaceful views of the surrounding forest. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to cook meals before or after your adventures. Outside, a spacious covered deck with a barbecue offers a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or relax with a well-earned dinner after a full day in the park. It’s nearly impossible to find this kind of private retreat, especially oriented to two people, elsewhere in Yosemite and still stay central to everything.

Know Before You Book
✔ Lower-Level of a Thoughtfully Designed Duplex – Serenity Suite is located below our other home, Royal Retreat (designed specifically for two couples). Your space is fully separate and private, including your entrance, deck, and parking area.
✔ Access via 18 Stairs – The entrance to Serenity Suite is down an 18-step stairway, which is extra-wide for easy luggage transport.
✔ Normal Footstep Sounds from Above – As this is a lower unit, you may hear occasional footfall from the home above. We’ve built with soundproofing, and past guests have been satisfied, but please expect some normal sounds of occupancy.
✔ Who This Home is Best Suited For – Serenity Suite is designed for active couples who want an adventure-first experience. If your goal is to stay inside all day or have an entertainment-heavy trip, this may not be the best fit.
✔ Maximum Occupancy – Normally 2 people. Infants under 6 months may be added at no charge. Seasonally, we may allow 3 guests (any age), with an additional charge for the third guest, except for infants under 6 months.
✔ We welcome guests from all walks of life and believe in warm hospitality and creating a space where all guests feel valued and respected. We appreciate guests who are considerate and respectful of our home and community.

Technology & Connectivity
✔ Internet & Wi-Fi – We provide top of the line satellite internet, but due to our remote, forested location, performance varies. Live video calls (Zoom, FaceTime, etc.) may not be reliable.
✔ No Cell Service – Like many areas within Yosemite, our home does not have cellular signal. However, we provide a landline phone with long-distance calling and Wi-Fi calling is available.
✔ TV/Entertainment – No cable TV. We offer a DVD library, including Yosemite-related films. You can also stream entertainment using your own accounts (subject to internet conditions), but let’s be honest—you’re here for the trails, not the screen!

Book Your Stay Inside Yosemite!
Serenity Suite is a rare find inside the park gates, offering couples the perfect mix of quality, comfort, and adventure-focused convenience.

Our calendar fills quickly, so secure your dates today and get ready for an unforgettable Yosemite experience, just the two of you!
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Sierra National Forest. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and in-room jetted baths.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Steps from Sierra National Forest and 6 minutes by car from Yosemite National Park
King Suite for Active Couples Inside Yosemite Gate, Your Basecamp for Adventure! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Holly Webb

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 770 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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King Suite for Active Couples Inside Yosemite Gate, Your Basecamp for Adventure! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay and Location
Very nice VRBO. Great location to everything in Yosemite. Very clean, well appointed and comfortable stay. Would recommend. Wife is very picky on cleanliness and she approved. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
We enjoyed our stay at Serenity Suite. The house was very clean and cute! They had everything you would need to stay comfortably. And it was all labeled and organized very well. The jetted tub and bath salts were very nice. It was nice to have a washer and dryer. We enjoyed the deck. It was close to Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove. Holly was very responsive when we needed to get in contact with her.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gold Medalist !!!
PLEASE READ ENTIRELY. As business entrepreneurs for over 45+ years and counting we know the value of word of mouth advertising. Nowadays it is how many 5 star reviews you get that supposedly gets you new clients. We know our competitors and the quality of their product compared to ours. Many have over 500 / 5 star reviews. We have maybe 47 ( did't see a need to ask for them ). You might possibly guess our opinion of who creates a super product. Once again just words unless you put a little effort in and compare for yourself. Now to Serenity Suites. Yes Holly and Jeff have many 5 star reviews. After reading some we made our choice and stayed at their property. Having stayed at only locations receiving a 5 star ratings we can confidently say Holly and Jeff "GET THE GOLD MEDAL AWARD OF 5 STAR REVIEWS". That translates to NO. 1 out of all the other 5 star ratings. Long winded I know for a 5 star review, however they earned it hands down. Have fun in Yosemite. Sincerely, Kim and Frank Y
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Bob W.

AVERAGE
average, average average, nothing special, nothing to remember, noting to return for, just OK
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful escape in Yosemite
A perfect little corner of paradise to explore Yosemite. Very clean, organized and everything we could ever need for a stay in Yosemite.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and convenient place to stay!
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Yosemite base camp
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W., Georgia/Virginia/NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Just awesome!!
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.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
The place was great. Nice extra touches, most comfortable couch in any place I have stayed. Very nice for a single or a couple!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yosemite Stay
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.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Stars!
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Condo near Yosemite Valley
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen J., Key Largo, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Suite for seeing Yosemite
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect park location
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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C., Munich

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely great!
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%.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin!
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., null

Liked: Cleanliness
Great convenient wonderful place for Yosemite trip by
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Unique Yosemite Stay
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yosemite Hiking
Fabulous place to stay in the park. Clean condo with all the amenities. Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Yosemite Stay!
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ M., Auburn Hills, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity Suite
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yosemite
Great place to see everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eden R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yosemite Get-a-way
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Hot shower and comfortable bed were much appreciated after our wonderful hay hikes each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023