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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Groveland
Located in Groveland, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Northern Mariposa County History Center and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pine Mountain Lake and Mary Laveroni Community Park. Mountain Leisure Center and Twain Harte Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course - 10 min drive - 4.0 km
Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 50 min drive - 53.6 km
Black Oak Casino - 53 min drive - 41.0 km
Getting around
Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Pizza Factory - 8 min drive
Hungry Bear Cafe - 6 min drive
Priest Station Cafe - 12 min drive
The Grill at Pine Mountain Lake - 6 min drive
Tavern - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts?
As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$318, 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 Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Star of the Mountain - The Star of Your Vacation by Yosemite Region Resorts located?
Situated in Groveland, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mountain Leisure Center, Mary Laveroni Community Park and Groveland Wayside Park. Pine Mountain Lake Marina and Pine Mountain Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was nice and on the surface clean. Overall a very nice place. The pool table and ping pong table in garage were fun. Groveland is a nice town. Small, but has a good grocery and everywhere we ate at was good. Not a bad drive to the north gate of Yosemite park and it was not busy at that gate. The negatives are that the carpet needs cleaned and the house needs a deep cleaning behind furniture, etc. also the $75 to get through the gate was kinda ridiculous as we did not use any pine mountain facilities other than the road. Cleaning fee excessive. But overall it was a good stay. It was a last minute e booking and we were glad to get it. And Ps. It’s about an 1 1/2 hr from Yosemite valley. Get up early.
John M B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad you enjoyed the house's amenities and the town of Groveland. We appreciate your feedback regarding cleaning, and we'll address the carpet and deep cleaning areas. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding the gate fee and cleaning fee. We're pleased you had a positive stay and found the proximity to Yosemite convenient. Your input helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Enjoyed the 4 night stay in a great setting and proximity to Yosemite and Pine Mountain Lake. Weather was hot that weekend but the AC kept the house cool. Evenings cooled off and the after dinner drinks on the deck was pleasant. Some minor issues were reported to the management company that didn’t make the rental a 5 star. Water from refrigerator came out very slow. The AC made the bedrooms cold despite bumping up the thermostat. One headboard was broken and one lamp needed a new light bulb. Only two dishwasher pods and two garbage bags provided for a 4 night stay. Visitors should bring condiments if they plan to cook. If you run out of propane - guests have to pay for an exchange at the market. There is no parking at the marina for visitors. If the marina is crowded - there are two other beaches but there are no kayak or boat rentals at the other beaches. If one travels to the swimming pool - visitors don’t have gate access and have to go back through the front gate. The front gate can be a long wait on busy weekends as visitors have to wait if a card key is not provided to go through the bypass lane.. The location is great as a staging area to go to Yosemite - it was an hour drive to the park. The guest rooms have two queen beds that made it nice to have 2 additional couples. There is a second refrigerator freezer in the garage to stick up on food if guests like to cook. I would stay there again.
Gil D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
Hello. Thank you so much for your review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed "Star of the Mountain".
It is possible that the water filter needs to be replaced. We will check on that. Our housekeepers could have brought extra light bulbs to the house. The next time, just contact our office if you need them. Condiments are not provided, particularly with the Covid situation. We feel that it's best to let people bring whatever they prefer to cook with rather than using someone else's products.
The "Guest Bags" are a courtesy and are provided by the homeowner. They contain many items such as: 8 rolls of toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo & conditioner, bar soap, dishwashing cubes and garbage bags to get you started. However, after those items have been used up, guests need to go the the local market for anything else they need.
Pine Mountain Lake is a gated community with their own regulations. They are completely separate from Yosemite Region Resorts. Since property owners pay over $200 per month to use their amenities, the people who live in Pine Mountain Lake have first choice when it comes to parking at the Marina and beach area. Vacation renters are allowed to park at the Marina during the week and property owners park there on the weekends.
We look forward to hosting your stay in the future.
Kind Regards
Sharron
Great house! Kitchen was fully stocked for cooking. AC worked great!
Location was perfect for our Yosemite day trip and a short drive to the lake.
Olivia R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for giving "Star of the Mountain" a 5-star review. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you back again.
Kind Regards,
Sharron of Yosemite Region Resorts
Very clean ... made for an enjoyable and relaxing weekend. The game room was a fantastic benefit ... after a day at the lake, coming home and watching our kids play pool & ping pong brought tons of laughter.
Highly recommend this place!!
Stacey J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Hello and thank you so much for your review. The owners of "Star of the Mountain" love to make their home feel welcoming and comfortable for their guests and they will be happy to know that you enjoyed your vacation so much. Please consider staying with us again. We would love to host your stay again, in the future.
Kindest Regards,
Sharron
Thank you for your kind review. We appreciate that very much and are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We would love to host your vacation again, in the future.
Best Regards,
Sharron & The Yosemite Region Resorts Team