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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Morning Star Vista near Yosemite in Mariposa offers a homestay experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and parquet floors. Each room includes a shower, wardrobe, and a balcony with mountain views. Convenient Facilities: Guests benefit from full-day security, free on-site private parking, and a shared bathroom. Additional amenities include a private bathroom and a parking space. Prime Location: Located 45 mi from Merced Municipal Airport, the property is 29 mi from Yosemite South Entrance and 31 mi from Yosemite Arch Rock Entrance. Highly rated for its scenic views and proximity to nature.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bianca
    Romania Romania
    We had a wonderful stay ☺️. The location was great as a base for visiting Yosemite, around 1 hour by car from the entrance of the park. Margaret and Charlie were exceptional hosts who made us feel right at home. Their warm welcome and helpful tips...
  • Nikhil
    United States United States
    Margaret and Charlie are amazing hosts. As former park rangers, it was great to get their advice on hikes and viewpoints - this was my 4th trip to Yosemite, and their advice made it the best trip yet. They are also always up for a friendly chat,...
  • Edward
    United States United States
    The location was idyllic. While close to Yosemite, the location was extremely quiet. We loved the setting. Staying with Margaret and Charlie was like staying with family. We had many pleasant conversations and they were very knowledgeable about...
  • Michael
    United States United States
    Very clean and comfortable, no bad odors. My friend has asthma and nothing bothered him at all there. Amazing place and people.
  • David
    Germany Germany
    We used this wonderful spot as our base for trips to Yosemite National Park, which is just a 40-minute drive away. Everything was impeccably clean and well-organized, making our stay incredibly comfortable. One of the highlights of our visit...
  • Becky
    United States United States
    Very nice large room with comfortable king bed and beautiful attached bathroom. Beautiful views! Immaculate well designed home.
  • Bo
    United States United States
    Margaret and Charlie are very kind, they welcomed us and give us lots of suggestions on how to visit Yosemite as well as sf. The position is wonderful, 15 min away from a small town, 1 hour away from two gates of Yosemite. In the morning you can...
  • Guido
    United States United States
    Beautiful place with amazing views. We had a large room with bathroom all new and perfectly clean, very comfortable bed with a large window and an extraordinary view of the sunrise. Margaret & Charlie are truly amazing hosts; they are so...
  • Krystsina
    United States United States
    Value for money Location Distance to Yosemite park Great hosts
  • Ed
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Margaret and Charlie have a wonderful home and provide warm hospitality. The coffee, bread, and granola in the morning were especially appreciated! It's an ideal drive to Yosemite.

Hosted by Margaret and Charlie

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Margaret and Charlie
Forget your worries in our spacious and serene country house. Stay with us at our newly remodeled Morning Star Vista home while you explore Yosemite and the gold country. As former Yosemite park rangers, we will help you plan your park adventure and avoid the crowds. It's 1 hour to Yosemite Valley and 10 minutes to the town of Mariposa. Free self-serve continental breakfast. In 2025, advanced reservations required to enter Yosemite on specific dates in February and April-October. See Yosemite National Park website for details.
We are both native San Franciscans who love the outdoors. We were National Park Service park rangers and lived in amazing places such as Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Sequoia, Rocky Mountains, and Yosemite. Our passion is to enjoy the wild places around the world and marvel at their uniqueness, beauty and intricate balance, as well as meet people from all walks of life.
Morning Star Vista is in the Sierra Foothills on a paved private road. The neighborhood has open pastures surrounded by rolling hills of oak, pine, and manzanita. Most of the neighboring properties are private residences on several acres. Just 10 minutes away is the historic town of Mariposa with many restaurants, bars, gift shops, a grocery store, historic museums, and art galleries. Check out the Mariposa Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism Bureau for more fun things to do in the area. During the hot summer, the Wild and Scenic Merced River is 15 minutes east on Hwy 140 at Briceburg with several deep swimming holes with water flowing from Yosemite Valley.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Morning Star Vista near Yosemite - countryside with mountain views takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Morning Star Vista near Yosemite - countryside with mountain views of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.