Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park
This cabin is one of the few properties that is actually located inside Yosemite National Park, with the shortest drive to Yosemite Village. The 7 mile drive from the cabin to Yosemite Village is a breathtaking descent with plenty of iconic photo opportunities.
We’ve been renting our beautiful cabin for 15 years now and have never received a negative review. However, we were previously listed on a private site and have just now made the switch to VRBO, which is why we have no reviews (yet!).
This beautiful, custom-built, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabin is perfect for your Yosemite basecamp. We can accommodate up to 5 guests with a truly comfy pullout queen sofa couch, in addition to the 2 upstairs bedrooms.
After a day of hiking and exploring the park, return home to your quiet cabin with its well stocked kitchen and outdoor propane grill, for a lovely dinner on the deck while watching the sun set over the sierras. Both the front and back decks have tables and chairs for group outdoor dining. If you want a break from the crowds in the park, the Foresta area where are cabin is located, is the perfect area to explore on foot from your front door.
We’ve put so much love, care, and thoughtfulness into this cabin, all of which will be apparent when you first step foot inside. Our housekeeper lives next door and takes care of it as though it were her own. We hope you love it as much as we do!
Road conditions in the Foresta area; there is a main paved road into the Foresta area. The access roads to the cabins, are hard, dirt/gravel packed roads that are fine during summer/fall dry months, however, they can be more difficult with snow and ice on the ground.
For my winter guests, I want to make sure they understand winter road issues. The Foresta area of the park doesn't often get a great deal of snow, but that said, every winter there will be one, or two, good snow falls that can make access to the cabin difficult. Winter of 2022-23 was an exceptional doozy for snow! The park actually closed due to snow for over two weeks!
The county plows the main paved road into the Foresta area, where these cabins are located, but not the access roads. We have some local plowing and snow blowers to try to clear the approximately 1/4 mile access road to our cabin, but the dirt/gravel road would be too damaged by a plow to clear to dirt level. The ideal vehicle for a winter visit would have 4-wheel drive with higher clearance.
The park service states that during the months of November - April, all visitors should be carrying snow tire cables and know how to use them. Call NPS road & weather, prior to your departure.
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Children must be included in total guest headcount
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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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Remove all food from refrigerator and empty grease from bbque tray. Take to trash dumpsters off road on the way into Foresta.
Wipe down kitchen counters and microwave.
Leave used linens/towels by washing machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
County permit and septic system determine the total numbers of guests allowed. Please declare total guest count including children over 1 y.o.
No smoking, or outdoor fires of any kind.
Do not leave food or coolers (even empty) outside or in vehicles.
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
Property Registration Number 2012046
Frequently asked questions
Is Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$666, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Owl Moon Cabin - Rare jewel of a cabin located inside Yosemite National Park located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Yosemite Valley and within 9 miles (15 km) of Merced River and El Portal Market. Sierra National Forest and Bridalveil Fall are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place to stay within Yosemite.
John
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Joseph
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Please withdraw earlier comment about laundry detergent- we found it 😎
Loved the location, very quiet and relaxing. Cabin had the perfect layout, very cozy.
Upstairs shower had a drainage issue, not a fan of standing in water trying to dry off.
Our family of four had a great stay! The cabin is well furnished and is a wonderful location to spend a lot of quality time in Yosemite valley. We enjoyed spending our mornings and afternoons at the park and dinner and evenings around the kitchen table playing cards. We would definitely recommend!
This cabin was spectacular! It was clean, comfortable, and beautiful! It was also in an amazing location. This was the perfect spot for our weekend getaway!
Loved our stay here! It was clean, great location and had everything we needed! Super cute cabin, comfy beds and plenty of room for our family of 4! Great communication from host.
The property was perfect for our getaway! Very clean, comfortable accommodations, amazing view of the night sky every night. We thoroughly enjoyed our time out in the park and cannot wait to return
Very nice home. Exactly as described. Just know that it is 30 minutes up and down the pass to do anything. Beautiful beathtaking scenery, but a little scary too. It gets dark at 5pm in late November too. You need dinner reservations to eat anywhere, but food was top notch. We had 7pm reservations each day. I recomend 5 or 6pm this time of year.
My wife and I stayed here over July 4th. It was the perfect location to be very close to all the attractions and hiking trails, but still far away from the general crowds. The cabin was clean, cozy, and had all the necessary amenities. Would definitely stay here again.
We spent 4 nights, my wife and I and two close friends who were visiting us from Louisiana, driving to Yosemite Valley, and hiking there and in the Giant Sequoia Grove and climbing Vernal Falls. The cabin was very nice and well appointed for our needs. The space allowed for privacy and also conversation and eating areas, and the Foresta area was very quiet and beautiful and allowed for local hiking to Foresta Falls without having to drive at all. We had a very nice stay.
This was a great place in just the right place. Being in the park while just a bit away from the hustle bustle made for a peaceful trip with all the beauty and adventure that Yosemite has to offer. Highly recommend a stay at the Owl Moon cabin.
Great cabin in an excellent location for exploring Yosemite.
Cabin matched the description as listed and had everything we needed for our stay.
Foresta creek and waterfall an easy walk from the cabin.
Easy communication with the owner.
The cabin was perfect for our family of four for a five day stay to enjoy the valley. It was well stocked with new appliances, warm, and the shower and bath came with fast hot water with good pressure. Beds were very comfortable. We truly appreciate the details that were put in place for the guests’ comfort.
Check in was easy with good directions. Cabin was very clean. Only negative was lighting was not adequate. Needs brighter canned lighting downstairs. TV was inoperable. Otherwise it was a wonderful adventure. Great way to see Yosemite.
Paula j.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Lucy Snyder
My family has lived and worked in Yosemite National Park and rented out our cabin since 2004. We love sharing this sweet Owl Moon Cabin with guests worldwide.
Why they chose this property
Pride of ownership in this custom cabin, located in the quietest, least impacted and closest private inholding to the Yosemite Valley floor. The Owl Moon Cabin is new to VRBO, but has been listed on a private site, no longer in service and has never received a negative review. I have guest book comments with rave reviews and guests who return every year.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests