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Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite

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The entire house, 1100 Sq feet will be yours
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite

Bring the kids and experience a farm stay they’ll never forget.

Located just 36 miles from Yosemite National Park and 26 miles from Bass Lake, our charming farmhouse sits on 10 private woodland acres in beautiful Mariposa. This is more than a place to sleep — it’s a hands-on farm experience designed to slow down, explore, and make lasting family memories.

Children absolutely love meeting our friendly miniature donkeys, sheep, goats, emus, and water buffalo. As a working farm, guests are welcome to interact with many of the animals, creating the kind of moments you just can’t get in the city. It’s common to see deer wandering through the property, adding to the magic of the mountain setting.

There’s plenty of room for kids to run, explore, and play across all 10 acres. Let them unplug, breathe fresh air, and experience nature up close while you relax and take in the beautiful mountain views.

After a day exploring Yosemite or swimming at Bass Lake, gather around the seasonal fire pit (firewood provided) and enjoy stories, s’mores, and star-filled skies. With little light pollution, the stargazing here is incredible.

Our home is located at the top of the property, giving you privacy while we remain nearby and available if you need anything during your stay. We love sharing our farm and helping families create meaningful, joyful experiences.

Whether you’re hiking in Yosemite, boating at Bass Lake, or simply looking for a peaceful escape where your kids can meet donkeys and roam free, our farm stay offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation.

Come explore Yosemite — and give your kids a farm experience they’ll be talking about long after the vacation ends.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mariposa

Located in Mariposa, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Wassama Round House State Historic Park and Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wawona Visitor Center and Sierra National Forest. California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Windows on the World Books and Art are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Map
Mariposa, CA

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steve’s Sportsmans Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mariposa Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Butterfly Creek Winery and Vineyards - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Birdies Roadside - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yosemite Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite on 16 July 2026 start from AU$187, 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 Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Farm Stay Near Yosemite located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sierra National Forest, Butterfly Creek Winery and Cold Spring. California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 99 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arvind S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the stay and loved the company of the animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ravi R.

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

Amazing stay at Mariposa

Great place, awesome property, amazing animals !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Very private setting however kitchen area wasn't as clean as I would have liked but it was ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samar S.

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

Trip to Yosemite

Wonderful place to enjoy Nature and the farm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has it all. Fully stocked kitchen and privacy to boot. The friendliest dog to greet us along with the cutest donkeys.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time and perfect for our family (2 adults and 4 elementary aged kids). Proximity to Yosemite was why we chose it, but the farm animals were a great added bonus and lots of fun for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely! Everything you need is provided! Welcoming! ...including the array of animals!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our kids loved all of the animals. This was their favorite part of our trip to Yosemite. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lilliam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a nice place, we enjoyed the animals, they were fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable!! Spotless. The laundry is a big plus for us! Loved the animals! Sally was very friendly. We affectionately called the cat “Pumpkin”. Highly recommended!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Will definitely be back.

My family loved the animals, great experience over all we will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narciso

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent communication and hospitality. The local atmosphere was great, filled with animals and adventure for young ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the very best time and the farm was our boys favorite part of the entire trip! Great communication and fast to respond. Couldn’t have had a better experience. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

april

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The owner, Wade Gibson, was very gracious and warmly welcomed us, giving us a tour of the place. We enjoyed the quietness and privacy of the cottage, and its surrounding natural beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Successful Yosemite Trip

Me and 5 others arrived here on the 13th. We were immediately greeted by Mr Gibson who gave us a tour of the property! Got to see the Emu, the Water Buffalo and her Calf, all 5 donkeys, the Cat orangie, and of course their awesome Dog. Incredible stay and the place was super clean. Very it is about an hour drive from the south entrance to Yosemite. Great location! Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Happy visitors

This property was exactly as described. It was very relaxing. The beds were comfortable and the whole place was very clean. Everyone enjoyed the animals. The owners were very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was one of the best family vacations we have had. Becky and Wade are really great people. Wade gave us an awesome tour of the property and animals. My children really enjoyed getting to know the animals on the property. I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here because of the friendly and comfortable environment!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina A.

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

Excellent base for anything this area has to offer

We absolutely loved Becky's & Wade's farm cottage - and the farm critters wandering around made it very special. We will particularly miss Sally the Pyrenees, Harry (hairy) the Highland steer, and the little donkeys. Thanks so much for sharing your special place with us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis C.

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

Wonderful!

We truly enjoyed our stay at this property! We stayed with 3 generations: my parents, my partner and I, and our 2 year old twins. The house itself was clean and well-equipped, and the hosts were so lovely and communication was top notch. We were given a tour of the property and all of the host's animals on the day we arrived, and we had lovely visitors of a cat, donkeys, goat, sheep, and dogs every day (which my 2 year old twins absolutely loved!) It was a great location from which to explore Yosemite - we did Mariposa Grove and swimming nearby, followed by Tunnel View and Bridalveil falls the following day, both 1-1.5 hours away. The hosts were very responsive to any questions, and the rural location was quiet and private. We will definitely stay again if ever in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing. The pictures don't do it justice. The coolest rental. When I wasn't spending my time wandering around Yosemite or the Sierra National Forest I spent my time wandering around the beautiful property grounds. I sat in random places and got to know the animals. This rental was the best. So peaceful yet so fulfilling. I don't often return to places, but I really hope to come back. I will stay again in a heartbeat. Super clean, very spacious and you get to borrow not just this hidden gem, but their furry family also! Don't hesitate to book this rental. The hosts were both very friendly but very much gave my my privacy. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Unexpected, but Well Taken Care Of

Our expectations were not a house in the middle of the farm. We should have read the listing better. After we got over that the stay was just fine. For us, we wanted to be close to Yosemite, but not in the park. It was a decent location for that. Once inside the house the accommodations fit our family with room to spare. Communication with the owners were good and responsive. We noticed a cleanliness issue upon arrival. The owners made sure all was taken care of quickly. I would recommend this place as a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chisaki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
遅くにチェックインしたにも関わらず、ホストが案内してくださいました。とても親切な方で、ペットの動物達も私達を歓迎してくれました！子ども4人、計6人で泊まりましたが快適に過ごすことができました。子ども達はフレンドリーな動物達と遊べてとても喜んでいました！ヨセミテにも近く、ファミリーに最適なお宿でした！またヨセミテに来ることがあればここに泊まりたいです！
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

What a fun and serene place to stay!

This place did not disappoint. As others had mentioned, we were met with a group of goats and donkeys and our boys (age 11 and 6) just lit up. They absolutely fell in love with the cats too. It was fun walking the property with my boys before heading off to bed. The hosts here are amazing and were so gracious and helpful during our stay. This place had everything we needed and more. The only complaint is we didn't have enough time! We visited Yosemite but stopped to see Bass Lake on our way home and now I wish we could have stayed one more night to spend time there too. On our way to Yosemite, there were a lot of deer right on the road as we left the house. Such a beautiful location. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Cute roomy farmhouse with a bunch of furry friends

The house was clean, roomy, and well stocked. The animals on the property were an absolute treat, so friendly and calm. We were greeted by a little goat welcoming party as soon as we opened the car door XD and the sweetest cats and donkeys followed us everywhere we went on the property. Would highly recommend if you want a nice, peaceful stay and like animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved the cottage and the animals!

We loved our stay in this cottage. Not that far from Yosemite and loved the animals in the property. Wade was kind enough to give us a tour of the property and the surrounding area. Will stay here again if we visit Yosemite in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Becky Gibson

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Our home sits at the top of the property, offering privacy while still being available if you need anything to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

Why they chose this property

We love that we are able to offer our guests the experience of interacting with our friendly farm animals while also enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery close to Yosemite National Park.

What makes this property unique

Nestled on 10 peaceful woodland acres in Mariposa, this charming farmhouse offers the perfect blend of rustic beauty, open space, and unforgettable animal experiences. Wake up to breathtaking mountain views, fresh country air, and the gentle sounds of farm life. Have your morning coffee with the donkeys if you'd like!

This is not just a vacation rental — it’s a working farm experience.

Guests are invited to interact with our friendly miniature donkeys, sheep, and goats. Deer frequently wander through the property, creating a truly magical mountain setting. Children and adults alike love the opportunity to connect with animals in a safe and welcoming environment.

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