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Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!

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Another quiet evening at Trabucco Gardens
Your Stargazing Retreat Awaits
The living room features a spacious vaulted ceiling interior
A fully featured kitchen for your convenience
Two Bathrooms - one upstairs and one downstairs
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Mariposa, CA
  • Popular LocationLake McClure Bagby Recreation Area9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMariposa County Visitor Center15 min drive
  • Popular LocationYosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch19 min drive
  • AirportFresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!



IMPORTANT: IF BRINGING A DOG TELL US BEFORE YOU ARRIVE (PET FEE WILL APPLY)

Conveniently located off Highway 49 in California's Gold Country, on a historic parcel known as Trabucco Gardens.

During the Gold Rush days, Trabucco Gardens was a parcel of land cultivated as a vegetable garden, while Forty-Niners discovered gold in the area. The historic rock walls on property mark the perimeter where the garden once grew.

The joy of discovery continues here today. Now you can discover the vast riches our universe has to offer. Trabucco Gardens, located on 17 acres, provides you with a grand opportunity to stargaze using the observatory telescope. The robotic GO-TO telescope is available during your stay, and included in the rental cost. The open, rural nature of the property, which is considered "above the fog and below the snow", provides you with many clear night opportunities, even in winter.

The Trabucco Gardens House, newly constructed in 2007, is well appointed and available year round. Mariposa, the county seat, which is 10 miles south, has many essential services, along with many wonderful dining, shopping, and historic sightseeing experiences. Yosemite National Park's West entrance is located about 45 minutes away up Highway 140 from Mariposa.

We provide housekeeping service (not daily maid service), before and after your stay. Courtesy towels, coffee, tea, cocoa, popcorn, and guest soap are provided to welcome you on the day you arrive. Personal key code access provides you with convenience and security. Along with a fold-away sofa bed in the living room, a queen-sized inflatable Aero-Bed is provided for extra sleeping accommodations.

Because of the rural nature of the area, there is abundant opportunity for wildlife sightings, such as deer, wild turkey, coyote, bobcat, birds of prey, and perhaps an occasional bear. Seasonal creeks at the North and South ends of the property flow during winter and spring. Make sure to leave some time in your schedule during your stay for stargazing too.

Using the telescope, beautiful views of the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, Hercules Cluster, and many other deep sky objects are yours to behold. The telescope offers a TOUR mode, which takes you to the best and brightest objects in the sky during your stay. Stargazing doesn't get any easier than this.

What on EARTH are you waiting for? Go mining in the INFINITE FRONTIER above! An inspiring adventure of discovery for the young and the young-at-heart is here at Trabucco Gardens.

NOTE: Please include a phone number with your inquiry in case our E-mail reply fails to reach you due to technical reasons. WE ALWAYS RESPOND WITHIN A FEW HOURS.

NOTE: If you are booking through EXPEDIA and are bringing a pet please tell us BEFORE you arrive. There is a required $25 PET FEE that must be paid.

NOTE: If you wish to use the EV Charger for your vehicle let us know at time of booking BEFORE you arrive. We will need to turn on the EV Charger prior to your arrival. A $40 fee must be paid before your arrival to use the EV charger (unlimited charging).

NOTE: We DO NOT have a swimming pool, regardless of what the amenities list may indicate.

Keywords: Cabin Home, Cottage, Yosemite Stargazing

Property manager

Mike
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Languages

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
IF BRINGING A DOG PLEASE TELL US BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING IN DWELLING - OUTSIDE ON PORCH ONLY
Maximum stay - 29 DAYS (no exceptions)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mariposa

Located in Mariposa, this cabin is in a rural area. Sierra National Forest and Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Windows on the World Books and Art and California State Mining and Mineral Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Mariposa, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area - 9 min drive
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 15 min drive
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 16 min drive
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 18 min drive
  • Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Airport Inn Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • The Original Bon Ton Cafe - 11 min walk
  • The Original Bon Ton Cafe - 11 min walk
  • Javita Coffee - 10 min drive
  • Bon Ton Cafe - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trabucco Gardens - Yosemite Gold Country Stargazing Retreat! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area, Merced River and Bagby Recreation Area. Mariposa Cemetery and Mariposa County Visitor Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucyanne T.

Gorgeous house in fantastic location
The photos don’t do justice to this place. It’s really fabulous and I don’t want to go home! Lovely drive to Yosemite and Mariposa Grove and lovely place to come home to
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Breanna S.

Fantastic, cozy, clean, well kept and peaceful
The location of Trabucco Gardens is just perfect, and on top of that, the cabin is a wonderful environment, was very clean, with everything we could need provided. Would definitely recommend, and will definitely visit again, hopefully sooner than later.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Wow
We loved our stay at Trabucco Gardens. Our 8 year old found his dreams had come true with the observatory and seeing the real night sky. The house is beautifully presented and very well equipped. Yosemite was easily reached we had an enjoyable trip to Mariposa museum. The nearest shops are a 20 minute drive away so come prepared, but the children enjoyed the welcome pack in the fridge. Mike was very responsive to messages before our trip. If coming to the house from South Lake Tahoe it is a 'hairy' mountainous road, allow plenty of time and travel by day. Just to note there are 2 rental properties on this site, we were under the impression it was just this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dave M., Newnan, GA

Private stargazing retreat located about an hour from Yosemite Nat’l Park
This private getaway retreat was the perfect home base for an extended stay while touring Yosemite Nat’l Forest. Has everything you need from washer/dryer, Directv, updated kitchen and comfortable sleeping arrangements for a family of 4-6.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW...Mariposa and Yosemite in sunset + SNOW
We were blown away by the beauty of God's creation and the incredible setting on this property and the idyllic log cabin yet modern feel. If you want boring corporate straight lines and not timber, fireplaces, telescopes, river, mountain sunrises and sunsets please stay away and leave this property for the rest of us. if I didn't live in Australia I'd be back next year. Since I can't it's wide open for a March- April stay. The property is identical to photos but what you can;t properly appreciate is the setting nestled in a valley, river below, sunrises over one hill behind the property, sunsets over another in front. It's the one place on our 15 day California USA trip we would have loved to have added a rest day into to just hang around on site. I loved Yosemite in 1985 in the summer...but I was enchanted by both Yosemite and this Bear Valley/Mariposa region in late winter/early spring. Bucket list ticked...but I want more... PS Site manger Troy was great. Do yourself a favor and get to know at least one local...it's worth it...they're worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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