Oakhurst · Gateway to Yosemite
A cozy mid-century cabin where families of every size, little ones and pups are warmly welcome. Just 10 minutes from downtown Oakhurst, it's your easy center point for Bass Lake, Fish Camp and Yosemite National Park.
Book with us and skip the third-party service fee.
Carolina answers your questions herself. She's a 3-year Superhost.
Baby gear, toys, books and games for kids of every age, already at the cabin.
Anniversary, proposal or birthday setups, arranged with local vendors.
The Cabin
The perfect base for exploring the High Sierra, ten minutes north of downtown Oakhurst.
Downtown Oakhurst's restaurants, coffee shops and grocery stores are just 10 minutes away, so it's easy to grab a meal before a hike. From here you're perfectly central: head down Road 222 to Bass Lake for trails around the lake, or north on Highway 41 through Fish Camp to Yosemite's South Entrance, about 20 minutes away. At the end of the day it's an easy trip home for dinner, while the kids curl up in the book nook and your pup snoozes on the deck.
The living space
The front of the house is one open, light-filled room. Wall-to-wall sliding doors open from both the living and dining rooms straight onto the deck, so grilling and downtime with the family flow together.
Bedrooms & bath
Both bedrooms have blackout curtains and white-noise machines. The kids' room catches soft eastern light through tall windows.
Family & game room
Movie nights on the sleeper sofa, Pac-Man tournaments, foosball and a broad library of books for every age. The foam sofa comes apart so little builders can make forts.
Outdoors
Our west-facing deck is made for long dinners and cool autumn nights. Dine al fresco under the sail shade and string lights, then slip into the hot tub off the side deck.
Kids & pups
We're parents and dog people too. Whether your kids are in diapers or nearly teens, everything below lives at the cabin full-time, so you can pack light.
Small heads-up for light sleepers: the kids' room wall is open at the top to share light and air, so sound carries a little.
Pups stay with you in the fenced areas, and the potty spot is right by the hot tub area. Layla's dog-tail hooks by the piano are the perfect place to hang leashes.
See Eat & Drink for dog-friendly patios and Explore for trails where dogs can hike.
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Explore
Short, gentle trails the whole family can do together, pup included. Drive times are from the cabin's door.
Sierra foothills at golden hourA flat 3.5-mile loop around a quiet meadow near the historic Wawona area. Walk as much or as little as little legs allow.
Stroll the flat, paved paths along the Merced River with views of Yosemite Falls and Half Dome. Leashed dogs are welcome on paved paths in the park.
A half-mile loop with signs about the Mono people and lake views at the top. Perfect for little legs.
A leisurely, shady stroll along the water with lake views and picnic spots along the way. Pack a lunch and let the kids toss pebbles from the shore.
An easy 0.5 to 0.9-mile out-and-back off Road 274 with almost no climbing, spring wildflowers and good birdwatching. Bring swimsuits for a dip in the lake after.
From the Highway 41 trailhead, a short walk through dogwood and cedar to a tall, tumbling cascade.
Start from the Sugar Pine trailhead for an easy creekside stroll to a small fall over red-tinged granite.
Just off Highway 41 outside Yosemite's South Entrance. Easy forest trails in the warmer months and a family snow play area with sledding hills in winter, steps from the car.
Drive times are approximate and vary with season and traffic. Before you go, check current park entry and road conditions at nps.gov/yose. Dogs must stay on a leash on every trail. In Yosemite, dogs are allowed on paved roads, sidewalks and bike paths, and on the Wawona Meadow Loop, but not on other park trails.
February
For a few evenings each February, sunset lights Horsetail Fall on El Capitan a glowing orange. It's the reason for the "Firefall" in our name.
Summer
Rent a pontoon or paddleboards, find a sandy cove and catch the Fourth of July fireworks over the water.
Winter
Yosemite's family ski area has gentle runs, ski school and snow tubing for the kids.
Spring
Snowmelt turns Yosemite's falls into thunder from April to June. Pair Lower Yosemite Fall with a Valley picnic.
Fall
Crisp nights, golden oaks and quieter trails. Our deck faces west for the sunset.
Any time
We partner with local vendors on anniversary, proposal and birthday setups, ready before you arrive.
Eat & Drink
The places we send our own friends. Look for Dogs welcome for patios where your pup can join you.
Mexican
Our go-to Mexican spot. Order the carne asada tacos, and there are rotating micro-brews on tap.
Highway 41 · Oakhurst
BBQ
Some of the best barbecue between Fresno and Yosemite. Generous plates of all-natural smoked meats. Go early, they sell out.
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French-inspired fine dining
Château du Sureau's celebrated dining room, with a seasonal tasting menu and a deep wine list. For a casual night, try The Cellar bar. Reservations recommended.
Château du Sureau · Oakhurst
Wine bar
Wine by the glass or bottle, wine slushies and sangria, plus a treat buffet for your pup.
Highway 41 · Oakhurst
Winery & kitchen
Estate wines, seasonal plates and a weekend brunch worth planning around.
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Brewery
Family-friendly brewpub with pub fare, wood-fired pizza and house-made root beer for the kids.
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Breakfast & bakery
Breakfast and pastries on a patio with mountain views. Vegetarian and gluten-free options.
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Tasting room
Small-batch whiskey, bourbon and limoncello, distilled near Yosemite's south gate.
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Lakeside
Lake views, the region's biggest craft-beer list at the Pines Bar, and live music on summer evenings.
Bass Lake
Q&A
Don't see yours? Send it with your booking request and Carolina will reply personally.
Ask about your dates
Booking direct means no third-party service fee, and you talk to your host from the first message. It's the same cabin, the same care and the same 4.93-star experience our Airbnb guests have reviewed 162 times.
About 20 minutes to the South Entrance on Highway 41. Mariposa Grove is just inside the gate, Wawona is about 35 minutes away, and Yosemite Valley is roughly an hour and a half. Check nps.gov/yose for current entry requirements before your trip.
Up to 6 guests:
Yes, we designed it for young parents with children under 15. For the littlest ones there are cribs, a high chair, a baby bath, a changing station with diaper pail, baby gates, outlet covers, corner guards and toys for every age. Older kids love the Pac-Man table, foosball, board games, the reading nook and the life-size games on the deck. The front steps have a child-friendly handrail with a baby gate at the top, and the whole deck is fenced.
Absolutely, one dog per stay. A few house notes keep the cabin happy for the next family:
Check-in is 4:00 pm and check-out is 10:00 am, with self check-in by smart lock.
It seats four and sits off the side deck in its own fenced area, under string lights with a propane fire table nearby.
Two cars fit on the driveway, and there's free street parking. The detached garage is used for storage.
A few small things:
We'd love to. We work with local vendors on anniversary, wedding, proposal and birthday setups, arranged before you arrive. Mention it in your booking request.
Every season has its own magic. Spring brings roaring waterfalls, summer is for Bass Lake, fall is quiet and golden, and winter means snow play at Badger Pass. In mid-to-late February, the Horsetail Fall "Firefall" draws visitors from around the world, so book early.
Book Direct
Send your dates and we'll confirm availability and your best direct rate, usually the same day. No booking-site fees, and a real person on the other end.
Prefer email? Write to us at
hello@laylasyosemitecabin.com