Title: Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite 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 # Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite Holiday home in Merced with kitchen and fireplace ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/e71b3d6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/93fff8a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/d85d425c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/b677fa5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120470000/120463500/120463411/a0740a80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace £268 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite Relax and unwind in this spacious and serene home away from home, on a cul-de-sac in a quiet neighborhood. The pool allows for ultimate relaxation, and the Chef's Kitchen is fully equipped to inspire your inner gourmet. Perfect for preparing everything from casual breakfasts to elegant dinners. Whether you're lounging by the pool, enjoying a meal with loved ones, or simply unwinding in the tranquil surroundings. 5 miles from UC Merced and downtown and 1.5 hrs to Yosemite. Driveway fits 3 cars ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112100000/112094000/112093949/d05de30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 7-bedroom villa in brilliant Merced with WiFi, fitness room, AC Merced - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 6.0 6 reviews £354 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=112093949&PinnedHotelID=112093949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93230000/93228600/93228552/1ef0c1bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Downtown Cottage Merced - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=93228552&PinnedHotelID=93228552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113400000/113395700/113395651/7298e6de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Merced Haven/ By Merced College and UC Merced Merced - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 6 reviews £211 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=113395651&PinnedHotelID=113395651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/893000/892984/8d558ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Merced / Yosemite Area Merced - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.8 1,005 reviews £56 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=892984&PinnedHotelID=892984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103160000/103153700/103153645/43c3f414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 Mi to Dtwn Merced: Spacious Home w/ Yard! 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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 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 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 202565614972 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.313663,-120.45928&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ouwbFnef%7EU%3FS%3FS%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%3FSBQ%40S%40S%40QBSBSBQBS%40QDSBSDQBQDSDQDODSDQFQDOFQDQFOFQHQFMFQHOFOHOFOHMHOJOHMHMHOJMHMJKJMJKJMJKJKJMJILKJILKLIJILKLGLILGJINGLGLGLGNGLELENGLCNELENCNELCNCNCNALCNANALANAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBLDNBNDLDNBLFLDNDLFLFLFNFLFLHLFLHJFLJLHLHJJLHJJJHLLJJHLLJJJHLJJHLJLJNHLHLHNHNHLHNFNHNFNHPFLFPFPFNDPFPFNDPFPDRDNBRDPDPBPDRBRBPBRBPBR%40R%40PBR%40R%40P%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FRAPARARARCRAPARCRCPCRCPCREPCPEPEPCREPEPGPEPGNGRENGNGRGNGNINGNINGNININILININIJKNKLILKLILKJMJILKJMJKHKJMJKHMHMJMHKHMFMHMFMFOHMDMFMFODMDMFOBMDODODMBOBMBOBOBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOAMAOCOCOCMCOCOEMEOEMCOGMEMEOGMGMEMIOGKGMIMGMIMIKKMIMIKKMKKIKKKKKMKKKKKMKMIMKMIOIKIOKOIMIOGOIOGOIOGOGOIOGSGOEOGSEOGQEQEQEQEQESCQEQCQESAQCSCQCSCSAQASASCS%3FSAQAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BRcSs9SbLncVi8dVyxsR5cAe508=) Merced, CA #### What's nearby - Mercy General Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Merced College - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Merced County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles - University of California Merced - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles - Don Pedro Reservoir - 55 min drive - 41.1 miles #### Getting around - Merced Station - 7 min drive - Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive - ‪Five Star Burger - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite? > As of 23 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite on 24 Nov 2025 start from £268.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merced-Hotels-Blissful-Escape-In-The-Gateway-To-Yosemite.h120463411.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Blissful Escape in the Gateway to Yosemite located? > Situated in Merced, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mercy General Hospital, Merced College and Poker Flats Casino. Merced County Courthouse Museum and Regal Hollywood - Merced are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question