Title: Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views 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 # Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views Cottage in Catheys Valley with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873200/29873150/a7848ed4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873200/29873150/c6ba08f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873200/29873150/c2792c4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873200/29873150/5cbaca54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29880000/29873200/29873150/ad94feb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to RoundHat Ranch, a serene retreat nestled in the pastoral Catheys Valley. Unwind with an outdoor soaking tub and shower or stroll along tree-lined trails, taking in the sights and sounds of this idyllic ranch. With private fenced areas, arbor patios, a BBQ area with patio furniture under mature Oak trees. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2684 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views If you want to detach from your everyday life and/or the crowds in Yosemite, a respite, a retreat to recharge at RoundHat Ranch is a natural remedy for you, replete with Outdoor Soaking Tub and Outdoor Shower for added relaxation. A RoundHat Ranch stay is a great addition to your Yosemite vacation experience. Located in the pastoral Catheys Valley, an area of large and small ranches, 2.7 miles off State Hwy 140 (the only all-weather route to Yosemite, and parallels the route of discovery of the Yosemite Valley along the Merced River Gorge by Indians, explorers, and miners). The 'Cottage' is nestled within the ranch, having its own private fenced area. You can move about the ranch along the many tree-lined trails, seeing the animals, and taking in the sights, sounds, and feel of the ranch. The Cottage has been designed, both inside and out, for an intimate and serene experience for its guests The Ranch has a full-time owner/manager living at the Ranch Headquarters and can answer any questions you might have during your stay. RoundHat Ranch has a no pets, no children, 1-2 ADULTS ONLY (21 and over) rental policy due to liability issues concerning the horses and other animals on the Ranch. The policy does allow us to not charge a Security Deposit. From RoundHat Ranch, it is 3.3 miles to restaurant, gas, and convenience store at the Catheys Valley crossroads at Highway 140 and Hornitos Rd., then it is 10 scenic miles to the historic mining town of Mariposa, another 12 scenic miles later, you enter the spectacular Merced River Gorge (this is the beginning of your Yosemite experience) traveling along the river (Hwy 140) straight into Yosemite Valley. The Arch, West Yosemite Park Entrance (beginning of the Valley), is 45 miles from the ranch, but be advised the scenic beauty may cause you to stop, observe, or linger along the way, so, time to Yosemite Valley varies. RoundHat Ranch Cottage is 1 bedroom with queen-size bed, 1 bath with shower, and additional outside shower. There is outside the cottage, within the private fenced area, shade-cloth covered arbor patios, a roof covered all weather patio with double chair swing, cement table with inlaid chess/checker board, fountain, outdoor shower with stall and dressing area, propane BBQ, Chaise lounges, patio furniture all shaded by large mature Oak trees. Inside the Cottage the 1 bedroom is appointed with things related to the ranch and Yosemite, and a Queen size bed w/ linens, blankets, comforter, futon chair/bed and ceiling fans. The Cottage has Satellite TV, WiFi internet access, full bath w/shower with large multi-setting shower head, soap, towels. The kitchen has microwave, refrigerator, 2 burner electric stove top, large kitchen sink, peninsula island cabinet, coffeemaker, some seasonings, cookware, utensils, plates, bowls, cups, and dining table. Living room has sofa, love seat, captains chair w/footstool in Mission-style furniture, and ceiling fan. The heating and air conditioning is a Fujitsu split system that both heats or cools to the set temperature and is very quiet. There is some reading material and games. The utility room has a washer and dryer, extra bathroom and kitchen supplies, and an ironing board, iron, and hair dryer. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: NO SMOKING INDOORS Smoking is allowed outside ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 684 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34201400/34201338/14c61345.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Listing - Enjoy your stay while visting Yosemite Mariposa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 236 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=34201338&PinnedHotelID=34201338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26610000/26603100/26603022/137c7b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trabucco Trails - Stargaze near Yosemite Mariposa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=26603022&PinnedHotelID=26603022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33505100/33505016/f2efe9a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage Retreat, Close to Yosemite, Beautiful Views, Hot Tub & More! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Yosemite Gateway Cottage/roundhat Horse Ranch/views/ House Yosemite Gateway Cottage/roundhat Horse Ranch/views ## About the area Located in Catheys Valley, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wassama Round House State Historic Park and Bagby Recreation Area, while California State Mining and Mineral Museum and Mariposa Museum and History Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Catheys Valley travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catheys-Valley.dx3000426926) [View more Cottages in Catheys Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Catheys-Valley-Cottages.d3000426926-aaCottages.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%7C37.41354%2C-120.07426&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mZjX6mQkx5JANbIf0-ZU38ZUILk=) Catheys Valley, CA ### What's nearby - California State Mining and Mineral Museum - 26 min drive - 12.8 miles - Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 28 min drive - 17.3 miles - Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 29 min drive - 18.4 miles - Mariposa County Visitor Center - 29 min drive - 16.2 miles - Mariposa County Courthouse - 30 min drive - 16.2 miles ### Getting around - Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Tap Room - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Oasis - ‬10 min drive - ‪Heavenly Grounds - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ranch House Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lighthouse Market & Cafe - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of California State Mining and Mineral Museum, Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch and Windows on the World Books and Art. Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Mariposa County Courthouse are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Yosemite Gateway/HorseRanch Cottage/Outdoor SoakingTub & Shower/Scenic Views 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 - Excellent 208 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda H. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend this cottage! A complete oasis! Hosts were easy, trustworthy and very pleasant. Their cottage was beyond any words can express. Can’t wait to be back! ##### Linda H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belynda B. 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was such a fun place to stay. We really enjoyed ending our day by walking around the property to pet the horses and donkeys, while watching the sunset. The cottage was comfy and has a beautiful patio to enjoy your morning coffee. The hosts are very kind and gave us many suggestions for our trip to Yosemite as well. ##### Belynda B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jianzhong 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the landscape and the owners’ good taste and efforts in decorating the cottage. It’s clean and comfortable. Loved the backyard with swing and outdoor tub. More importantly, we love the host’s warm welcome and flexibility to help us checking in earlier. All were great! We enjoyed our stay there fully. ##### Jianzhong Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tayah B. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Getaway An absolutely beautiful property/ kind and helpful management. ##### Tayah B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron D. 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic! The place was cozy and very peaceful! We loved every minute of our stay, and Steve was also very friendly and helpful. Thanks so much! ##### Cameron D. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle R. 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This might be the best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. The cottage was absolutely charming—super clean, cozy, and stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable long weekend near Yosemite. The location was incredibly convenient—just a short drive to the park, making it the perfect home base for exploring. It’s an ideal getaway spot for couples looking for a peaceful, romantic escape. Check-in was seamless, and communication with the hosts was prompt and helpful. One of the highlights was spending time with the friendly horses and donkeys on the property—such a unique and memorable touch. We’ll definitely be coming back and will gladly recommend this gem to any friends or family visiting Yosemite! ##### Kyle R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob & Summer A., Saint Paul 12 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay - 2nd Visit Such a cute/amazing place on the ranch, so much fun to stay there and close to town and Yosemite This is our second time staying here, thanks again for your hospitality, Stephen & Gayle! ##### Rob & Summer A. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### aly W. 22 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yosemite visit Charming piece of property ##### aly W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mjraid24 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home Our stay at this beautiful ranch was absolutely perfect! The property is stunning, with breathtaking views, charming animals, and a peaceful atmosphere that made it hard to leave. The location is ideal—close enough to Yosemite for easy day trips, yet far enough to enjoy the quiet serenity of the countryside. The owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. This is truly a hidden gem, and we can’t wait to come back! ##### Mjraid24 Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 17 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was beautiful and very well appointed. The owners were very friendly and helpful. A truly unique setting and experience! ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy S. 25 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful! We had a wonderful stay! It was the most peaceful vacation I’ve ever had. The hosts were great, the attention to detail was amazing, and the animals on the property were a huge bonus. We would love to come back! ##### Amy S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ye L. 6 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ranch It’s been a great experience staying at the ranch. Very peaceful and quiet place and the host is very friendly and welcoming. ##### Ye L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler D. 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot Very nice, comfortable and secluded. 10/10 ##### Tyler D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach R. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My girlfriend loved this place I booked the Roundhat Ranch Cottage as a surprise for my girlfriend who loves farm animals. It was beautiful. The outdoor shower and tub are perfect after a long day hiking. Super relaxing and great spot to get out of town to. ##### Zach R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlene G. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay. Would come back. Immaculate in cleanliness. Great decor and attention to detail. Thoughtful hosts. Fast response from hosts. Sweet animals on the premises. ##### Charlene G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yosemite visit The Cottage was exactly as advertised, it was appointed with everything needed for a comfortable stay and the pictures showed the property accurately. We couldn’t have asked for a better host and stay for our Yosemite visit. Enjoyed talking with Steve and Gayle. ##### Richard C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise! The Round Hat Cottage is just an amazing place to stay. Look forward to returning on our next trip to Yosemite. Thank you Steve for letting us enjoy your piece of paradise. The pictures do not actually capture how beautiful the cottage and area is - so be prepared to enjoy your stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joni P. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yosemite Get Away Isolated charming ranch cottage for 2. Hosts Gayle & Stephen friendly & accessible if needed. Fun to walk around & see the horses, donkeys, mule, & other animals on site. Quiet & relaxing, comfortable retreat site with outdoor patio & great view of stars at night. 25 min drive from Mariposa & 1hr to Yosemite entrance. ##### Joni P. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CRAIG S. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection!! Wow - what can I say, this place is amazing. We stayed for 3 nights explored Yosemite and surrounding area, if you want a perfect location with amazing host’s I can’t recommend this place highly enough, it takes approx 1.30hrs to get into the park, but the drive is easy and scenery is amazing…The cottage is exactly as described and so far our favourite location whilst touring around the area.If we ever come back to visit the area, we will definitely be back…1st rate 👌 ##### CRAIG S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco B. 13 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Ranch Ever in Cathey’s Valley Oh my goodness , this place is absolutely amazing The cleanliness, amenities , its all you can have Its quiet and you can walk around the ranch and see tons if animals ( cows , horses , rabbits , donkeys and birds ) We love the patio where you can lay down and rest after visiting Yosemite park Communication was awesome and I would describe this paradise as a 6/5 ##### Marco B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christa V. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay A great property on a horse ranch. You are the only quests, so guaranteed great evenings to enjoy the sunset and beautiful sky in totally silence. A nice, very well equipped house for 2 persons, with even a washing machine, dryer and gas BBQ. The outdoor shower and bath are a nice extra. Great place to stay when visiting Yosemite, but also for a longer stay, just to relax. Friendly owners, we had nice chats with Steve. A place to come back! ##### Christa V. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie C. 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort on the ranch Wonderful place, just as described. Very comfortable and relaxing after full days in the park. The drive to and from the park is about 40 miles but the drive is beautiful and Mariposa down the road is a fun town to stop and have a beer or something to eat on the way back. Once you get back you will forget about the drive. Great amenities including the outdoor shower and covered patio. We loved it! ##### Katie C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property was beautiful and clean. There is no cell phone service, so it is recommended to print out a map to the property, because GPS went out before we could reach the property. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOE L. 9 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet back country ranch The property was kept up nicely especially for a working ranch. The ammenities were excellent, clean and the style appropriate for the setting. Anything that was needed was provided. The property manager/owner was friendly, helpful and well informed about the area. Overall an excellent property and not too far off the beaten path, but far enough for peace and quiet. ##### JOE L. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison R. 21 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal getaway The cottage was as beautiful as the grounds of the ranch. Plenty of trails to walk and enjoy the horses which are very friendly. The bedding and linens were very luxurious. The kitchen had everything we needed. There is plenty of covered space to enjoy the patios on each side of the cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Steve and Gayle were very friendly and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. So peaceful and relaxing. Will be back for sure. ##### Allison R. 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