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SERENITY SUITE- A LUXURIOUS COUPLES RETREAT. INSIDE GATES, CENTRAL LOCATION.

 
 
 
Yosemite National Park studio rental - Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails
Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails
 
Yosemite National Park studio rental - Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails

Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails

Large covered deck complete with BBQ and ready to grill. Forest surrounds.

Large covered deck complete with BBQ and ready to grill. Forest surrounds.

Suite with open floorplan- living room and bedroom area in adjoining spaces

Suite with open floorplan- living room and bedroom area in adjoining spaces

Behind the sofa is a large storage dresser that adjoins to the bedroom area.

Behind the sofa is a large storage dresser that adjoins to the bedroom area.

Comfy leather sectional sofa, High ceilings, cozy living room and big screen TV

Comfy leather sectional sofa, High ceilings, cozy living room and big screen TV

Entire wall of windows across living room and bedroom area, yet feels private.

Entire wall of windows across living room and bedroom area, yet feels private.

Gas fireplace with custom mantel work, large screen TV and video collection

Gas fireplace with custom mantel work, large screen TV and video collection

Forest and views of Yosemite's mountain ridges shine into light-filled Suite

Forest and views of Yosemite's mountain ridges shine into light-filled Suite

King sized bed is incredibly comfortable with premium bedding.

King sized bed is incredibly comfortable with premium bedding.

King bed, light streams in overhead. Feels like private escape to the woods.

King bed, light streams in overhead. Feels like private escape to the woods.

Spacious bathroom with marble, soft extra large towels, large window, jetted tub

Spacious bathroom with marble, soft extra large towels, large window, jetted tub

Bathtub/Shower with marble surround. Enjoy a hot jetted soak at home after hikes

Bathtub/Shower with marble surround. Enjoy a hot jetted soak at home after hikes

Full kitchen, stainless appliances, cook & tableware stocked, gorgeous dishes

Full kitchen, stainless appliances, cook & tableware stocked, gorgeous dishes

Dining and kitchen area spacious and open. High ceilings and nice tile floor.

Dining and kitchen area spacious and open. High ceilings and nice tile floor.

Dining with high ceilings, lots of light, handmade half light front door, tile.

Dining with high ceilings, lots of light, handmade half light front door, tile.

View from front entry of dining, bath and opening into bedroom/living areas.

View from front entry of dining, bath and opening into bedroom/living areas.

Private entrance, sidewalk leads to deck. Can enter deck from inside or outside.

Private entrance, sidewalk leads to deck. Can enter deck from inside or outside.

18 wide steps, private parking pad, hand rail, several auto-on lights at night

18 wide steps, private parking pad, hand rail, several auto-on lights at night

Signed private parking pad just off road, direct access to private staircase.

Signed private parking pad just off road, direct access to private staircase.

Sign by local artist greets you when you drive to parking area in front of home.

Sign by local artist greets you when you drive to parking area in front of home.

View from parking pad of stairs and south side of the home, Serenity lower level

View from parking pad of stairs and south side of the home, Serenity lower level

Inside park gates, centrally located, only a few minutes to Glacier Pt turnoff.

Inside park gates, centrally located, only a few minutes to Glacier Pt turnoff.

Closest lodging to Badger Pass Sking- great family skiing just a few miles away!

Closest lodging to Badger Pass Sking- great family skiing just a few miles away!

Coyote sightings in Yosemite West are not uncommon, sometimes even with pups!

Coyote sightings in Yosemite West are not uncommon, sometimes even with pups!

  • BedroomsStudio
  • Sleeps4
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Yosemite National Park vacation studio rental
Studio home with open floorplan, 1 Bath, Surrounded by Forest

Planning a romantic getaway to Yosemite? Lucky you! With its stunning vistas and wild beauty, there are few other places that kindle romance quite like Yosemite.

Of course, you’ll want accommodations to match, and our two-person Serenity Suite offers what few places in Yosemite can—a luxury home that’s private and peaceful. It’s the perfect setting to create lasting memories together. Located at 5,500 feet, it provides an escape from high temperatures on the Valley floor in summer and proximity to fun at Badger Pass in the winter.

Located inside the park gate, in the Yosemite West neighborhood, Serenity Suite is approximately 30 minutes from popular attractions, including the Valley floor and its breathtaking waterfalls, Glacier Point, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, and Wawona with its golf course. It sure beats driving over two hours from one of the gateway cities!

Serenity Suite is brand new. It was completed in January 2012, and you can feel the care that went into every detail, including high-end finishes such as handcrafted Shaker-style cabinets and top-notch kitchen appliances. Guests always rave about the quality and comfort of this beautiful home, from the very comfortably outfitted King bed to the large covered deck. We’ve equipped the home with marble countertops in the bathroom, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a soothing jetted tub. You’ll be tempted to spend your whole vacation lounging inside!

As you can see in our video tours and pictures, the living area and bedroom are connected. In fact, the whole suite boasts an open floor plan and extra high lofted ceilings that both make the space feel much bigger than it is. There are windows all around the main room, so you’ll enjoy plenty of light and incredible views of the woods while relaxing in front of a cozy fire. The dining area seats four, and the spacious kitchen comes fully equipped.

Outside you’ll find a huge covered deck with a barbecue. As from the inside of Serenity Suite, you’ll enjoy forested views all around you when relaxing outside with morning coffee or your evening refreshments. It’s nearly impossible to find this kind of private retreat elsewhere in Yosemite and still stay central to everything.

Serenity Suite is located below our other rental (Royal Retreat, VRBO 364619, for parties up to six people). All of your space is separate and private including your parking area, entrance and deck. The entrance to the suite is down an 18-step stairway which is extra wide to make it easy to get luggage in and out.

This perfectly situated couples retreat is new to the market, but we’re already booking up for the 2013 season. Contact us today to make your reservation!

Keywords: Brand new suite inside Yosemite, full kitchen, jacuzzi bathtub, central to Yosemite attractions including Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove, Yosemite Valley. Huge covered deck with BBQ. Premium, upscale, luxury, ONE HUMAN FAMILY.

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About The Owner

Please explore the map above. Our home is located inside the gates to Yosemite National Park. You can see the nearby Glacier Point road. It is only 8 miles to Badger Pass and about 12 miles to the Valley Floor. Many listings don't show a map and are often farther away than described. There is a big advantage to staying inside the gates. We are over 1/2 hour INSIDE the gates, so compare our location to locations 5-10 minutes outside the gates, plus waiting at the entry station. Closer to almost everything and no daily entry hassle.

The Owner purchased this studio in 2011
Why The Owner chose Yosemite National Park

Jeff is a park ranger and Holly is an accountant. We lived in Yosemite for a combined 15 years and are now doing a tour of duty at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.

We are rock climbers and Yosemite is our favorite place in the world. We named Serenity Suite after our favorite rock climb, Serenity Crack, near the Ahwahnee hotel. The name turned out to be a perfect match for the feeling of staying in this home.

We helped design Serenity Suite with the builder to be a perfect retreat for ourselves, and now for you. Guests are sharing rave reviews with us and every detail has been carefully considered.

What makes this studio unique

Yosemite West offers proximity to all the Yosemite attractions without all the crowds. It's peaceful, wooded, moderate temperature in summer and offers good access to fun in the snow in the winter.

Yosemite National Park studio rental - Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails

Enjoy peace & privacy on your back deck getaway. Perfect for coffee or cocktails

Large covered deck complete with BBQ and ready to grill. Forest surrounds.

Large covered deck complete with BBQ and ready to grill. Forest surrounds.

Suite with open floorplan- living room and bedroom area in adjoining spaces

Suite with open floorplan- living room and bedroom area in adjoining spaces

Behind the sofa is a large storage dresser that adjoins to the bedroom area.

Behind the sofa is a large storage dresser that adjoins to the bedroom area.

Comfy leather sectional sofa, High ceilings, cozy living room and big screen TV

Comfy leather sectional sofa, High ceilings, cozy living room and big screen TV

Entire wall of windows across living room and bedroom area, yet feels private.

Entire wall of windows across living room and bedroom area, yet feels private.

Gas fireplace with custom mantel work, large screen TV and video collection

Gas fireplace with custom mantel work, large screen TV and video collection

Forest and views of Yosemite's mountain ridges shine into light-filled Suite

Forest and views of Yosemite's mountain ridges shine into light-filled Suite

King sized bed is incredibly comfortable with premium bedding.

King sized bed is incredibly comfortable with premium bedding.

King bed, light streams in overhead. Feels like private escape to the woods.

King bed, light streams in overhead. Feels like private escape to the woods.

Spacious bathroom with marble, soft extra large towels, large window, jetted tub

Spacious bathroom with marble, soft extra large towels, large window, jetted tub

Bathtub/Shower with marble surround. Enjoy a hot jetted soak at home after hikes

Bathtub/Shower with marble surround. Enjoy a hot jetted soak at home after hikes

Full kitchen, stainless appliances, cook & tableware stocked, gorgeous dishes

Full kitchen, stainless appliances, cook & tableware stocked, gorgeous dishes

Dining and kitchen area spacious and open. High ceilings and nice tile floor.

Dining and kitchen area spacious and open. High ceilings and nice tile floor.

Dining with high ceilings, lots of light, handmade half light front door, tile.

Dining with high ceilings, lots of light, handmade half light front door, tile.

View from front entry of dining, bath and opening into bedroom/living areas.

View from front entry of dining, bath and opening into bedroom/living areas.

Private entrance, sidewalk leads to deck. Can enter deck from inside or outside.

Private entrance, sidewalk leads to deck. Can enter deck from inside or outside.

18 wide steps, private parking pad, hand rail, several auto-on lights at night

18 wide steps, private parking pad, hand rail, several auto-on lights at night

Signed private parking pad just off road, direct access to private staircase.

Signed private parking pad just off road, direct access to private staircase.

Sign by local artist greets you when you drive to parking area in front of home.

Sign by local artist greets you when you drive to parking area in front of home.

View from parking pad of stairs and south side of the home, Serenity lower level

View from parking pad of stairs and south side of the home, Serenity lower level

Inside park gates, centrally located, only a few minutes to Glacier Pt turnoff.

Inside park gates, centrally located, only a few minutes to Glacier Pt turnoff.

Closest lodging to Badger Pass Sking- great family skiing just a few miles away!

Closest lodging to Badger Pass Sking- great family skiing just a few miles away!

Coyote sightings in Yosemite West are not uncommon, sometimes even with pups!

Coyote sightings in Yosemite West are not uncommon, sometimes even with pups!

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Rental Rates for this vacation studio rental in Yosemite National Park, California

Notes

  • High Season Starts at $240
  • US Dollars
  • High Season (Apr-Oct)..$240/night for 2 people, $265 3 people, $315 4 people.
  • Low Season (Nov-Mar)..$180/night for 2 people ($25/night per extra person)
  • Holidays..........$250/night for 2 people, $275 3 people, $325 4 people.
  • 3 night minimum stay required in high season and for holidays, 2 night low season
  • We do not have a cleaning fee or a deposit. Consider this when comparing rates.
  • An additional 11% county tax is charged.
  • We charge for all guests 12 months and older. Under 12 months stay free.
  • When possible we match comparative VRBO/HomeAway properties' special offers.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation studio rental in Yosemite National Park, California

Property Type:
  • studio
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Mountain View
General:
  • Towels Provided
  • Telephone ...
    $5 of long distance calling included in stay.
  • Heating ...
    Modern home with central heating
  • Linens Provided ...
    Premium quality bedding
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Mobile Phone ...
    Cell phones generally do not work at this location although Verizon or Golden State might have reception, especially for text messaging.
  • Parking Off Street ...
    1 paved space year-round, additional parking available in summer
  • Gas Fireplace
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen ...
    Full sized
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    No need to bring any utensils. Everything is provided, from silverware and dishes to coffee grinder, blender and more.
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
Dining:
  • Dining ...
    Child's Highchair upon request.
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 4 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - combination tub/shower , jetted tub , toilet
Bedrooms:
  • Studio, Sleeps 4
  • Studio bedroom - 1 king , 1 baby crib
  • Bedroom area features King Bed, two nightstands, closet and storage dresser; Pack and Play available on request- Please provide your own infant bedding; Extra sleeper options: Full size air mattress available and one set of extra bedding suitable for this full size air mattress, could sleep one child on sectional couch.
Entertainment:
  • Video Library ...
    We have a large screen TV and video library. We do not have broadcast TV service due to the forested and remote nature of our location.
  • Stereo
  • DVD Player
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    Gas grill with propane tank provided.
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Very large deck with plenty of seating. Completely covered.
Suitability:
  • children welcome ...
    Pack and play and high chair provided upon request. Childrens games, books and videos in library.
  • non smoking only ...
    Sorry - no smoking on premises (indoors or outdoors)
  • pets not allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    A person aged 25 or older must be responsible for the rental contract.
Leisure Activities:
  • sight seeing
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseback riding
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • swimming
  • cycling
  • skiing
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • cross country skiing
  • kayaking
  • rock climbing
  • snowboarding
  • hiking
  • rafting
Notes: Bluetooth Sony Speaker Dock for iPhone/iPod - connect your device and play music wirelessly. Bluetooth TV - watch your pictures from the day on the big screen wirelessly.

Reviews for this vacation studio rental in Yosemite National Park, California

Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
average rating of 5.0 based on 18 reviews
business
Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p406504vbi
+1 209-379-5775
Yosemite National Park Yosemite Area
San Francisco
5

A Romantic Getaway Destination!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 11, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Serenity Suite was truly a SERENE place to come back to after our full days of hiking in Yosemite. Even though you are driving a little ways from the valley, the scenery is beautiful and having the "Tunnel View" to welcome us each morning as we came in was a highlight for sure. Just make sure you get your gas before heading into the park!

Jeff and Holly are great hosts even though you never see them! Email correspondence before our trip was very efficient and friendly. Information provided to get you to the cabin was very thorough and helpful. (We especially appreciated grocery store and gas station recommendations.)

Once you arrive, the cabin is tastefully equipped with all the instructions you need, labels everywhere and framed signs with helpful information. The decor is simple and peaceful. The kitchen is updated and well-stocked. The fireplace was our favorite! This is a very romantic setting, a taste of luxury out in the woods and mountains. For our anniversary trip, it was the best choice. No campsites for us!

I definitely recommend Serenity Suite. I am sure their sister property, Royal Retreat, is great as well. We look forward to going back someday!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p406504vbi
+1 209-379-5775
Yosemite National Park Yosemite Area
5

Serenity Suite

5 of 5
Submitted: April 3, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
I had an excellent stay at the Serenity Suite. Truly an amazing place. The owners were very helpful throughout the process and I highly recommend it.
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p406504vbi
+1 209-379-5775
Yosemite National Park Yosemite Area
Los Angeles, CA
5

A perfect home base for a birthday trip to Yosemite!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 24, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
My husband and I stayed at the Serenity Suite for three nights, and couldn't have been happier with our rental choice! This was my first trip to Yosemite, and the convenience of being in the park was ideal for maximizing our hiking/sightseeing time during our short stay. This property is well represented in the descriptions and photos. The exception, we thought, was that the space is actually LARGER in person that it seems in the photos/video. The ceilings are high and we were pleasantly surprised by the open floor space in the kitchen area as well. The outdoor grill, lovely fireplace, high-end bedding/linens, and very new, well-equipped were the big highlights for us in this comfortable, modern, and immaculate space. Holly was an invaluable resource for tips and info on everything in the park, and was extremely friendly, helpful, and timely in all our communications.

If pressed to find any small thing to note in the interest of a balanced review, I would mention that if you are extremely sensitive to quiet/privacy, the Serenity Suite is on the lower level of the larger, two-rental unit. The upper level unit is two bedrooms and set up for families. The hardwood floor stairs and tiled floor areas + children in the upper unit made for the occasional periods of loud overhead noise in our unit in the evening. This wasn't a big deal to us (we are city-dwellers/used to apartments), and certainly didn't take away from our experience, but worth noting for those looking for maximum quiet/seclusion.

Thanks Holly and Jeff for a wonderful rental experience - we will DEFINITELY be back!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you so much for staying with us and taking the time to post your review. I am glad you enjoyed the Suite and Yosemite! Thank you also for your honest description of the possibility of hearing noise from the guests above. I agree completely that each person's own level of sensitivity will help determine whether the guests upstairs detract from their stay and this is important for all potential guests to consider. We very much look forward to having you back as our guests again. Holly and Jeff
business
Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p406504vbi
+1 209-379-5775
Yosemite National Park Yosemite Area
Concord, CA
5

Perfect Weekend!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 19, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
My husband and I couldn't have been happier with the accomodations. We were there for our 22nd wedding anniversary and found the suite to be very cozy. The location is perfect for easy access to all Yosemite locations. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could possible need. We had a wonderful time.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Serenity Suite- A Luxurious Couples Retreat. Inside Gates, Central Location.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p406504vbi
+1 209-379-5775
Yosemite National Park Yosemite Area
New York
5

Amazing start to my 40th!

5 of 5
Submitted: December 27, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We stayed here for my 40th bay and could not have been happier! The owners went out of their way to make it super special, including filling the suite with balloons, decorations, snacks and my favorite wines. The location is just perfect-easy access to all! The suite has everything you need to make you feel right at home. Holly gave us a ton of suggestions so we can maximize our time there. I would highly reccommend staying here. You will not be disappointed!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
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