Cottage vacation rentals in El Portal

We had an amazing stay! The place was clean, very well maintained, and perfect for a group of friends. It came with so many great amenities — from the hot tub to a game room with a couple of arcade games and a pool table — which made our stay even more enjoyable. Jennifer was very responsive and provided clear instructions for both check-in and check-out, which made everything super easy. Honestly, the place is even better than the pictures — the backyard is beautiful and the kitchen is huge and had everything we needed for a 2-day stay. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing place that's a short drive from Yosemite's south entrance.

Had a great stay here, would definitely recommend. Perfect for a couple or small family. Mostly private surroundings. It was nice and quiet during the weekdays and weekend, exactly what we were looking for!

Amazing stay! Super clean, cozy, and exactly as described. Don was a great host super responsive and made everything easy. Definitely would book again! Amazing

This place was perfect for our Anniversary get away! We were able to spend a day at Yosemite riding E-bikes and spend the next day on the lake. We received a discount to rent a boat because of our host and enjoyed the hot tub at the end of each day! There are many restaurants within walking distance, a grocery store, and a fun friendly bar close by. We will definitely be back!

This place is absolutely fabulous with a lake view! We were greeted by Ben, who was wonderful and gave us the white glove walk through of the unit and the areas. The location is the best. It’s within 2 min walk of everything you need (grocery store, souvenir shop, restaurants, bar). The locals here are extremely friendly. The unit is equipped with a fireplace and hot tub, great for nighttime hangouts. Enjoy your cup of coffee on the front porch. Tom, the owner, is so impressive, he is a local for 30+ year building his business which includes this Airbnb and boat rentals and restaurants/bars. Helping to support the community and hiring incredible people to run it all. Highly recommend you rent a boat if you stay her, you get 10% off. We loved it so much, we are already planning our next trip here!

Great host. tons of games for the guest to play and chill. Loved the cozy place. The host was always communicating and making sure we as guest are comfortable.

My tiny family (3 of us in total) had a lovely time at the “cute green cabin!” We spent a day in Yosemite and another day exploring Bass lake (Forks resort burger is a must!) Every night we enjoyed some time in the hot tub and we couldn’t get over how quiet the neighborhood was! We will be recommending this gem to all our friends!!

great place, the locations is amazing and close to alot to walk to. the place it's self is fantastic. the only downside is the kitchen doesnt have any cooking stuff just a microwave but the restaurants are all around it and east to walk to. definitely worth it.

This was exactly what we were looking for to spend Thanksgiving! Peaceful place with an amazing yard. We went outside at night to hangout and stare at the stars.

We had a wonderful stay at Kelly’s place. The space was clean, well-organized, and had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. The surrounding area was peaceful and quiet. It’s about 15-20 minutes drive to downtown Mariposa. While I imagine most people stay here to visit Yosemite, just like we did, be prepared for a fair amount of driving back and forth. That said, it was about what we expected, and the drive was scenic and manageable. The home has one AC unit in the living room that cools the space very effectively, though it is a bit loud. Each bedroom has a portable fan, which kept us comfortable during our stay— but I’m not sure how hot it gets at night in Mariposa during the peak of summer. Kelly provided clear and detailed instructions before our arrival, so everything went smoothly and we didn’t need to reach out during our stay. Overall, we really enjoyed our time here and would recommend it for anyone looking for a calm, well-equipped base near Yosemite.

Good place for those who love the nature. The host responds to our requests very quickly

Absolutely beautiful home that goes above and beyond with its thoughtful amenities. It’s modern, yet incredibly cozy and welcoming. We loved the upstairs loft—it looked so inviting we had to try it out for a night, and it did not disappoint! The mats were super comfy and easily folded back into a sofa during the day. The collection of board games and books was a perfect touch after long hikes in Yosemite. When we weren’t in the loft, we slept in the ultra-soft king-size bed, which came with more than enough pillows and blankets for a warm, restful night. The home stayed perfectly cool thanks to the three A/C vents in the living room, loft, and bedroom. The bathroom was well-stocked with all the essentials, plus thoughtful extras like Q-tips and bath salts—such a treat after a day on the trails! While we didn’t get a chance to use the outdoor grill and seating area, it looked like the perfect spot to unwind. Bonus: we saw deer roaming nearby—magical! Would definitely stay again!

Loved the property. Very peaceful. The best part was walking around in the morning, listening to bird song (identified 30 species) and enjoying a cup of coffee.

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A great cabin if you are looking for a little get away from near by cities or traveling internationally to head to Yosemite. Booked this lovely cabin for a birthday weekend with the girls. Very spacious. Used the full kitchen to be able to bake a cake and have a wholesome dinner made. TWO BATHROOMS!! Just a little heads up, neighbors are very close by and not as secluded (closed off) as we thought but that’s okay! We ended up making friends with a neighbor close by anyway & overall great experience.

What a beautiful place! We were there for work and really loved it. Very easy to stay here.

Great cabin for a long day at Yosemite! Ac units in each room were a great addition to keep it comfortable. Fantastic stay!

We had a wonderful time staying at Trisha’s place. It was four adults and four kids and it felt roomy and comfortable. Loved how well-stocked everything was, and the convenience of being a few minutes from town and an hour or from Yosemite made this feel like an incredible value… insider tip for other tired moms out there, try the lovely Rush Creek Day Spa nearby if you get the chance 😌

We had a wonderful stay at Stephanie and Joes place! The cottage was spotless, cozy, and had everything we needed. Stephanie was a thoughtful and responsive host, and the peaceful setting made it extra special. Highly recommend and would love to return! — Tatiana, Alex, Josh & Gigi

Ashley’s farm and cottage was very peaceful, a great place to kick back after hiking. An added perk was the farm kitty that we got way too attached to. Great place for families or friends who want to stay off the grid a bit!

The little red house was a perfectly peaceful getaway after running around enjoying the sights and visiting Yosemite. Great proximity to different entrances to Yosemite The home was perfectly comfortable for a small group.

We’ve stayed with Gerson and BethAnn twice now. And we have enjoyed it both times. It’s a great place to make life long memories with my family. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Glen and Theresa have offered a little piece of paradise to weary travelers, and this weary traveler loved it! My wife and I had a wonderful stay in their peaceful neighborhood; the only issue I ended up having is that my wife now wants to get a pair of mini donkeys 🙄... Frosty and Shadow (Glen & Theresa's mini donkeys) were very cute, and enjoyed many "donkey snacks" that were available by the front door. This is the perfect place for any couple or family in town to enjoy Yosemite!

This was the perfect place for my family. It was beautiful, comfortable, quiet, and allowed us to enjoy our time together. Very convenient for a day trip to Yosemite which was spectacular. Adam responded within minutes to any needs.