Title: Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700300/119700208/0689cb85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700300/119700208/8d21f824.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700300/119700208/c1e0be40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700300/119700208/b1829558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700300/119700208/3079ab04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1975 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village The Desmond French Lakefront Retreat has been our private family cabin for over 40-years and we have begun renting it with other families in late summer of 2025. Crafted with care and full of character, the cabin features some original retro 60’s furniture along with modern amenities —each detail adding to its mountain lodge charm. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and just under 2,000 square feet of living space, there’s plenty of room to gather, relax, and enjoy your time in the Sierra Nevadas. ⸻ What Makes This Home Special • LOCATION - Private lakefront cabin with private beach, deck & boat dock in a calm swimming cove • Conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants and amenities at The Pines Village, 20 minutes from Oakhurst, and about 35 minutes to Yosemite National Park’s southern entrance. • Back Patio BBQ – Fire up the grill and enjoy outdoor dining on the patio or sun deck enjoying lake views • Plenty of Parking – Room for up to 5 cars (a rare find around Bass Lake) • 3 Smart Roku TVs – Stream your favorite shows or movies during downtime ⸻ Sleeping Arrangements & Bathrooms • Downstairs Primary Bedroom 1: King bed with attached Bathroom 1 • Upstairs Primary Bedroom 2: King bed + shared Jack & Jill Bathroom 2 with Loft • Upstairs Loft Bedroom 3: Queen bed, 2 Full beds, & a Pullout Couch (Queen) WHAT’S NEARBY This cabin offers the ideal basecamp for outdoor exploration and lakeside fun. Beautiful Bass Lake is a wonderful spot for boating, skiing, fishing, hiking, and bicycling. Just a short walk to the Pines Village, with its restaurants, general market, bars, shops, and a full-service marina and boat launch with rental boats, jet skis, and kayaks. The town of Oakhurst is close by, offering grocery stores, shops, restaurants, bars, a cinema, and a live stage theater of its own. The Chukchansi Casino in Coarsegold is about a 30-mins drive and the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is only 19 miles away. THINGS TO KNOW Bass Lake reaches its peak water levels in the summer months and is lowered by 50 percent during the fall and winter months annually. Because of this, summer water levels vary each year depending on the winter season rain and snowfall. Note that our private dock and deck are not accessible by water in the late Fall to early Spring months. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,975 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76508500/76508406/a859006d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront home with boat dock, lake access, WiFi, private washer/dryer, & deck Bass Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 7.8 Good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=76508406&PinnedHotelID=76508406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76499500/76499414/240fb5ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront home with private dock, beach, amazing deck, water views & fast WiFi Bass Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=76499414&PinnedHotelID=76499414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76508400/76508359/731bbd47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront home with private dock, 3 decks overlooking the lake & pool table Bass Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=76508359&PinnedHotelID=76508359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67664600/67664554/67870164.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Willow Cove Lodge- 5 bedrooms with a hot tub! 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Only those listed on the reservation may frequent the property. PLEASE amend headcount now. Respect Noise Curfew/Madera County loud noise ordinance. Be mindful of neighbors and your noise levels. Violations may be billed to Guest up to $1000 No smoking, vaping, or illegal drug use of any kind on property ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Cabin is not baby-proofed and no barrier to water ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 2025-0054 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Bass Lake, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Fresno Flats Historical Park and North Fork Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Children's Museum of the Sierra and Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bass Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bass-Lake.dx177844) [View more Cabin rentals in Bass Lake](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bass-Lake-Cabins.d177844-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.31699%2C-119.55390&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3jZecGyXTSuXIhU4tsW8Z5rHXEk=) Bass Lake, CA ### What's nearby - Willow Creek Trailhead - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Bass lake Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles - Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 25 min drive - 15.2 miles - Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge - 28 min drive - 17.0 miles - Yosemite South Entrance - 32 min drive - 19.9 miles ### Getting around - Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 60 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive - ‪Pines Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Forks Resort - ‬9 min drive - ‪Smokehouse 41 BBQ - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village located? > Nestled on the beach, this Bass Lake holiday home is steps from Sierra National Forest and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Willow Creek Trailhead. Bass lake Recreation Area and North Fork Recreation Area Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat; Private Dock & Beach-Walk to Pines Village Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric O. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay at this home. It was exactly as described—family-friendly and perfectly located right on the lake. The fishing off the back was excellent, and we loved having access to the paddle boards and kayaks. The owner provided clear and concise check-in and checkout instructions and was very communicative throughout our stay, which made the entire experience seamless. We would definitely stay here again! ##### Eric O. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025