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Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi

Cabin in Yosemite National Park with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Yosemite Valley
  • Place, Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
  • Place, Tunnel View
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi

Important - If Yosemite National Park implements a peak-hours reservation system for the summer of 2025 YOU WILL NOT need to obtain a peak-hours reservation if you are staying in one of our cabins. Our cabins are inside the gates of Yosemite National Park. You will be allowed to stay in Yosemite for the length of your reservation. You will still need to pay the $35 park entrance fee (credit card only) when you arrive unless you have a park pass.

Thank you for selecting Yosemite Hilltop Cabins for your get-away! You will receive a pre-check-in email regarding your stay, if you can fill that out it would be much appreciated. As some details are required, other questions simply help with the housekeeping schedule.

NOTE – This listing is for the Sage Cabin. The listing and availability calendar for the Lupin Cabin is also on VRBO/HomeAway under property number 115073. Both cabins are on the same property, have the same floor plan, and are furnished almost identically.

Our cabins are very private. Even though the Sage and Lupin Cabins are located next to each other they are oriented to maintain maximum privacy. Each cabin has 17-foot-tall wood beam ceilings with ceiling fans and lots of windows to take advantage of the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

Each cabin has a master bedroom with a comfy king-size bed and down comforter. There is also a foldout sofa bed that is the size of a full mattress. The cabin has a full bath, full kitchen, and reading loft. Each cabin also has its own patio with a high quality Weber gas barbecue

When you arrive at your cabin there will be fresh linens on the bed and clean towels in the bathroom. There will be brand-name shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in the bathroom. You will only need to bring food, clothes, and personal toiletry items.

Fantastic hiking and running trails with wildflowers, waterfalls, and wildlife can be accessed right from the cabins.

Unfortunately no pets or dogs are allowed. Yosemite is not very dog friendly. You won't be able to take your dog with you on hikes.

Each cabin has a TV/DVD player. The TV has no programming, DVD only. There is a small DVD library to pick from or you can bring your own movies.
The kitchen has all the cookware and dinnerware that you will need to prepare and serve meals. The kitchen also has a microwave oven, toaster, blender, coffee grinder, and coffee maker.
The cabins are heated in the winter by propane heaters that look like wood-burning stoves. Both cabins have evaporative coolers that work great to keep the cabins cool during the summer.
Some cell phones work at the cabins. Verizon is the best. Each cabin has a land-line telephone for use during your stay.
There is satellite internet provided by HughesNet. There is a cap on the amount of bandwidth that is available. PLEASE DO NOT STREAM MOVIES OR WATCH VIDEOS AS IT WILL IMPACT GUESTS THAT ARRIVE AFTER YOU.

Current Yosemite road and weather conditions can be found by calling Yosemite National Park at 209-372-0200. Current road conditions in the State of California can be found by calling Caltrans at 800-427-7623.

Grocery Stores/Markets near cabins – Crane Flat Gas Station/Market (8 miles), Yosemite Village Market (13 miles), El Portal Market on Hwy 140 (14 miles).

Hilltop Cabins practices good neighbor policies. A signed rental agreement and ID verification are required.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
No pets or dogs are allowed in cabin
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in cabin

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the property in the same condition as it was when you arrived. You don’t need to do a thorough cleaning but please leave the place tidy.
Please wash any dishes that you used and put them away or leave them in the drying rack.
Please take all trash and recyclables to the dumpsters on Foresta Rd your way out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No undeclared guests
No campfires. The property surrounding our cabins is Yosemite National Park land. Fires are only permitted in designated campgrounds.

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
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite Valley and Yosemite National Park. El Portal Market and Nature Center at Happy Isles 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

  • Yosemite Valley - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Tunnel View - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Bridalveil Fall - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Badger Pass Ski Area - 32 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Pizza - ‬24 min drive
  • Mobile - Whoa Nellie Deli
  • ‪The Pink Palace - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yosemite Hilltop Cabins, Sage Cabin,15 min to the Valley floor, Wifi located?

Situated in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Yosemite Valley and within 9 miles (15 km) of El Portal Market and Merced River. Sierra National Forest and Bridalveil Fall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 439 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin at the top of a hill in the middle of Yosemite. Easy access to all Yosemite destinations. Beautiful grounds. Excellent host, responds almost instantly to questions and anticipates potential issues and communicates proactively (eg detours outside the Park due to wildfires). Would stay again, his Moab, UT house is equally nice. .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Great place to stay

Great location and cabin. Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Perfect Hideaway in the park

This cabin is the perfect little retreat in the forest, offering excellent access to all the major sights in Yosemite National Park. Check-in was a breeze, and we appreciated having a second key to carry with us during our stay. The property was spotless and incredibly quiet—truly peaceful. It had every amenity we needed for a comfortable, no-fuss stay inside the park.We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

s b.

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

Lovely spot

Nice and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chance B.

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

Amazing getaway!

Wonderful little cabin in the woods with everything we needed for our time in Yosemite after spending the day hiking around. Close drive to the valley. Cabin has all the essential items for cooking, and relaxing. The only thing I would recommend is a basic first aid kit with band aids. Just in case. Other than that it’s perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

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

Wonderfull Cabin at Yosemite National Park

We had a great time at the Sage Hiltop Cabine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

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

Perfect

Tucked away in a convenient, quiet, and accessible part of the park. Simple with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G., Santa Cruz, California, USA

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

Wonderful cabin

Great location, well-maintained, quiet cabin comes with everything you need for a holiday break.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kady S.

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

Amazing location and great stay!

We loved the location of the cabin, it was just a short drive into Yosemite. It was perfect for the two of us. Very cozy vibes and super clean, we loved our stay! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

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

Perfect spot for our Yosemite trip

We loved the proximity to Yosemite and having a place to retreat after a long day. We are so happy we decided to stay here. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Great cabin for a visit to Yosemite area

Outstanding cabin, clean and comfortable. Felt some solitude and great walks down Crane Creek and in the meadow.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

chuck d.

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

Yearly get away with my wife

This was our fourth stop of our road trip and it was well worth it. The place has everything you need on a getaway. close to the valley and tucked away from the crowds. Steve was great and very personable we will hopefully be back again next year! keep up the great work!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eilleen D., Lodi, CA, USA

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

Perfect Getaway

My husband and I stayed at Sage cabin for Thanksgiving week. It was a perfect place for us to unwind. The cabin had everything thing we needed for two people.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin W., Sacramento, United States

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

Relaxing

Perfect cabin away from the hustle and bustle of the valley but still very close and easy to get into the valley. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Birthday trip

Two friends and I spent the weekend touring Yosemite. The cottage was a great space to unwind from our daily adventures. Will definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Trip to Yosemite

We had a great time. It was a perfect location and was a perfect size for us. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. My kids loved it too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Cozy and convenient

This cabin was lovely and was a perfect location to drive in and out of the valley at our convenience with a toddler. It’s a small cabin but the kitchen has all the tools we needed and the outdoor space is beautiful and serene. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edison B.

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

Perfect experience

It was the perfect location for the perfect experience in Yosemite. It was close to The Valley and it is a really beautiful cabin. I will come back with my kids for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Fantastic Stay at the Sage Cabin

A lovely little place and perfect for splurging on a week inside the park! My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. The location is private while being close to the valley, and absolutely beautiful. Steve was available right away and very helpful the couple of times we had questions for him, especially when we needed advice about dealing with unexpected snow at the end of our visit. I hope to stay at the Sage Cabin again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaethe W.

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

Wonderful, quiet location

This is a lovely, cozy cabin, in a quiet neighborhood and easy 25 minute drive from the valley. The kitchen has good appliances and basic cooking gear. There are very few pantry items so do bring what you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Perfectly Peaceful Place

My sister and I truly enjoyed staying at Sage Cabin and we loved the setting. It was so peaceful and quiet and we were blessed with a light dusting of snow one morning. It is close to Yosemite Valley and the directions to the cabin were clear and it was fun to be off the beaten path. The bed was super comfortable and all the ammenities were just right. The kitchen was well equipped and functional--everything was just as pictured! It was just right for us and so very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Sage cabin review

Overall the stay was good, location is central to a lot of tourist attractions in the park. The cabin was clean and had cooking supplies. The check out process was a bit confusing as the maid was frustrated with us putting all linens outside as instructed. Recommend changing the verbiage on the check out linen process.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Foresta retreat

Sage Cabin was a welcome retreat from busy Yosemite Valley. This comfy cabin had all the conveniences of home and with quiet and few neighbors. Our host Steve was beyond gracious, doing that extra bit to make our stay ever better. Foresta Falls, a short hike from us, we're raging with Spring runoff, and with scarely a soul in sight. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Serene retreat inside YNP

This is my third time staying at Hilltop Cabins. I love it so much! The cabin is so peaceful and serene. It’s a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of the valley - yet only 20 mins away from all the sites. Very clean and comfy. The owners have thought of everything. The cabin has everything you need. Communication with owners is excellent. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrice H.

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

Perfect. In. Every. Way.

Perfect size for two; cozy. Has all the essentials, including all the cooking utensils, pots & pans, linens. The host was kind enough to have soap and shampoo in the shower. Wifi was good. No real cell service, but what do you expect for "glamping?" We loved everything about this place! Oh -- and the host was very communicative, which was very helpful for us!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve Belford

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I love Yosemite! That is why I built the cabins there. I love being able to share this great spot with others.

Why they chose this property

I like to spend my time rock climbing and hiking.
Yosemite is one of the best places in the world to do these things

What makes this property unique

Yosemite Hilltop Cabins are located in the community of Foresta. Foresta is located in Yosemite National Park and is only 8 miles from towering granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley.

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English

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