Is Great cabin near Yosemite! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Great cabin near Yosemite! located?

This family-friendly El Portal cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Sierra National Forest and Merced River. El Portal Market and Yosemite National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Great cabin near Yosemite! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Jul 19, 2024

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

Yosemite Retreat

This cabin was perfect for our needs. Very clean, well furnished, convenient to the park and (especially important this week), the air conditioning worked very well. Thanks for a wonderful visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Larry R.

Jun 27, 2025

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

Great Yosemite Hideaway

This property is accessed by pulling through a campground area and older maps may not show that the location is accessible, but we had no real problem finding it. The road is somewhat steep and might be a challenge for small cars if snow or inclement weather was in effect. There is a steep set of stairs to the front and side doors. The home is spacious and well appointed, having been added on to. Access to Yosemite is ready to hand and this location is a great base from which to explore. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

May 7, 2023

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

Location and White Water Rafting

This fun location is in very close to the put in for the Merced River rafting. We loved staying here and will return. Eric

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

cris s.

May 30, 2023

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

Relaxing get away

We loved staying here. It was perfect for our group! The deck was amazing and the grill out there. We spent every evening out there and the mosquitoes weren't even bad. The hot tub was a bonus! It's very quiet and secluded which we loved. It is also easy to get to Yosemite. Make sure you bring towels for the pool and hot tub.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mine Y.

May 21, 2024

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

Wonderful house

We really enjoyed our stay at Hite's Hideaway. The house was spacious, comfortable and very well appointed. The kitchen had everything necessary for cooking meals. We even used the barbeque. The backyard was great for spotting birds (California quail, woodpeckers and jays). It had convenient access to the west Yosemite entrance. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark H.

May 18, 2025

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

Neighbor annual trip

Our group was 3 couples 60. Location was awesome which got us to Yosemite gate in 20 min. Property very private/quiet with a nice deck to hang out. The instructions to find property could be better. We enjoyed our stay overall however we did have some issues with property i.e. no propane for grill, main TV didn’t work, screen door to hot tub missing handle amount a few others that should have been checked before our arrival…..we communicated via VRBO site to get resolved with no response. Was able to reach host directly via text but responses were still unreliable. Issues were resolved but not until end of our stay. Cell service was very spotted so that may have been part of issue but we didn’t have any issues communicating to our host for our next VRBO stay using the VRBO site??

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Jul 6, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

One of the best rentals I have ever visited. It was clean, quiet, and well appointed. The owner/manager was very responsive. I wish I had more time to just chill at the house and enjoy the scenery from the backyard, but we spent most of our stay visiting Yosemite and other local spots. I really regret not using the grill and jacuzzi during our visit. Use of the pool at the Yosemite Cedar Lodge was great for the kids to cool off after a long hike. Just tell the front desk you are renting the cabin with the dirt drive way and they'll know what to do. Speaking of that, the road to the cabin is quite bumpy and steep. We had a loaded minivan and made it up without much concern but I'm not sure how a RWD vehicle would do on that road. All in all it was a great stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jessica R., Johns Creek

May 16, 2017

Great spot for visiting Yosemite!

I'm not sure you can find a nicer or more secluded spot to stay so close to the El Portal entrance to Yosemite! It took us just 10-15 minutes to get to the main entrance. We had two couples stay here for a few nights and had more than enough room. The house couldn't be more perfect - we were grateful for the lovely back porch and seclusion, especially after being around people all day at Yosemite. We knew cell service would be spotty (non-existent for us in El Portal), and the internet would be slow (fast enough to check email/Instagram), but that was great for us, as we were all looking to disconnect. Minus one star because the hot tub wasn't working. After hiking 10+ miles each day at Yosemite, we were a little disappointed. But regardless, I still highly recommend Hite's Hideaway for a Yosemite trip. If we have the opportunity to come back, I would love to stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Jul 20, 2025

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

Great location to Yosemite for easy short drive/access. Comfortable spacious accommodations. Clean and easy check in and check out. Worked great for our family of 4 plus grandparents along to visit Yosemite.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sucharan G.

Jul 6, 2025

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Excellent location

We had great time at the property , it’s maintained very well.. very close to the Yosemite entrance

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope M.

Jun 24, 2025

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

Beautiful property

This home is beautiful and actually more spacious than the pictures indicate. It was clean and had everything we needed but it’s best quality was its proximity to Yosemite. It’s just 10 minutes from the entrance and made it a breeze to get in and out of the park.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Jun 7, 2025

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

Disliked: Communication

Terrific

This place is out of the way and when you pull up you wonder if you’ve made a mistake. But when you get inside and you’ll be very pleased by what you find. We enjoyed our stay very much. The appliances were new and it was well stocked with everything you will need.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Aug 18, 2024

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

Great place

Great location and house. Wish we would have stayed longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie H.

Jul 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Great Family home

Not much to look at from the outside and up a very steep road, but inside was a fully stocked house with all the fixings. Beds were comfortable, house was very clean and air conditioning worked, which was needed since it was 103 outside. Not sure we would want to walk back from the swimming pool down the hill, due to how steep the dirt road is, but great to have the pool available. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn O.

Jul 6, 2024

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

Great location and property

We enjoyed our stay at this location. It exceeded our expectations. Absolutely great location. Fully stocked kitchen makes it easy to cook here. House was clean and spacious. Would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Jun 22, 2024

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

El Portal Home

This house was great for our large family group of 8. Location was great-be aware the road is a bit of a vertical challenge. Directions could be more specific as we missed the turn. You're actually turning into a camping facility. The road goes all the way thru it. There's nothing near by for shopping but a small store and gas station. Might plan for groceries in a bigger town. Great for getting to the park - close and easy. Pull out beds weren't comfortable at all. Also the tvs didn't work. Would recommend this property.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

P W.

Jun 15, 2024

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

Great location great property!

We had a great day in your beautiful cabin in El Porto just above a fun campground and close to a cute resort. We found the property clean well supplied and it meant our needs to be close to Yosemite! Thanks again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ji Hong

May 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautiful nice and clean place, kids loved and we really enjoyed.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaira T.

Nov 5, 2023

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

Fabulous location!

Need a comfortable place to stay after a full day in Yosemite? This place is for you since it's so close to the park entrance! Just make sure you pick up some groceries on your way in and have fun!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarisa R.

Oct 20, 2023

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

Perfect

We gathered here with family and friends from Switzerland. We knew we had made the right choice when they commented that this was a "perfect" place to stay... close to Yosemite Valley and the many trailheads/ hikes that started there, and all the conveniences of home. Perfect week.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Oct 14, 2023

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Hites hideout

Our grandkids loved the game room and the big bathtub! This was a clean and comfortable home for ourselves, kids and grandkids to stay at while visiting Yosemite. The steep dirt road to access the house can be a bit challenging but it’s not a long way to go. We all enjoyed it and it is only about 7 miles to the Yosemite park boundary.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

Oct 3, 2023

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Excellent location relevant to Yosemite

You won't find a better location to stay within 30 minutes of Yosemite. Full house, hot tub, and privacy. A perfect retreat after a long day of hiking. 10/10 would stay again

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

Jun 18, 2023

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

Perfect retreat outside Yosemite

What a beautiful house up on the hill above the Merced River. This was the perfect retreat after a few days in the backcountry. It was very close to the main entrance of the park and gave us quick access to the Valley. Everything was clean and ready for our stay. Our friends were saying how they'd like to come back because it's the perfect house in the perfect location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Aug 31, 2022

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

Closer to Yosemite than we hoped!

We enjoyed our stay very much!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rocio B.

Aug 12, 2022

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

Wonderful stay near Yosemite

Very close to the park, private, with everything you need during your stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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