The Redwoods In Yosemite

We stayed in 23b. We purchased this cabin through an auction and were very excited to go. We had six people coming. We got there, got everything unloaded and unpacked, had dinner, cleaned up, watched a movie then got ready for bed. The sheets were dirty - full of food, crumbs and mouse poop. The pull out couches were disgusting. We had three people sleeping in one bed until we got ahold of maintenance. They came at 11:40 pm and changed the sheets on one bed so we weren’t all in the other bed. Yes, we had three people sleeping in one bed because there was nowhere else to sleep. He did offer a change of cabins at that moment, but it was almost midnight and we were leaving at 5am to hike in Yosemite. The thought of moving everything was too exhausting at almost midnight. The guy that called me the next day was not friendly or apologetic. The other three people from our trip canceled, because they are immunocompromised and didn’t want to sleep in beds that had mouse poop in them. Housekeeping came the next day to clean the couch pull out beds that were full of mouse poop. One still had mouse poop in it even after they ‘cleaned’ it. We gave up and decided we will stay somewhere nicer next time. The cabin wasn’t very clean in general. Honestly, I think they just wiped the counters down and put new towels up when we got there. They did not change the linens. Pretty nasty.

My husband and I just threw our wedding reception in 17A. We booked and organized this from across country, and I have to say, it was so seamless, easy and turned out to be the most beautiful night ever! They communicated very well for the whole year prior, provided information on caterers and coordinated with us for all our linens, tables, and chairs. Upon first impression, Redwoods has a homey, relaxed, cozy feel to the space. We checked-in late which was no problem at all. We loved the quiet feel of southern Yosemite. It was just the perfect location for us to host our guests and spend the weekend at. It was beautiful, had all we needed, and was affordable. Thank you for the discounts for our guests and all the assistance you provided them. We also enjoyed hiking at the Mariposa Grove and many of our guests checked out the waterfall and meadow nearby. And we loved the easy check-in, check-out process, having all our linens and tables easy and ready to set out, accessibility of the market, and the fact that you take donations of left-over food. We had so many people tell us this was the best wedding ever and that someone could have spent a million dollars on it. We are so lucky and grateful. We got even luckier to see the full moon rise right over us all night long. Thank you for being a part of our big day!

I've stayed in various cabins at the Redwoods in Yosemite over the years. My latest trip (October 2025) was a real disappointment. On waking up after our first night in the cabins, we found bedbugs in one of the beds of cabin 12R. I called the front desk and they assured me that the cabins take bedbugs "very seriously," and "if" there were indeed bedbugs in the cabin, they would find us alternative housing for the rest of our 3-day stay. They didn't. They did send housekeeping over to check the rooms and change the sheets, and they gave us laundry detergent to wash our clothes. But despite promising to send their pest control contractor over to either confirm or deny the presence of bedbugs, they gave us the runaround for the rest of our stay. Pest control never showed up. I sent a photo of the bugs to the front desk and asked them to share it with their pest control contractor, but they never responded to the photo (although they confirmed over the phone that they received it). To be fair, I've never seen bedbugs before, but the bugs we found looked like young bedbugs (judging from internet photos) and when we smooshed them in a tissue, they left a red stain that looked like blood. According to the front desk, housekeeping saw no evidence of bedbugs when they came by the cabin -- and because pest control never showed up to give an expert opinion, the front desk took the position that the presence of bedbugs was not confirmed. They didn't offer us alternative housing or a refund (full or partial). We were in Yosemite for a large conference, and lodging nearby was fully booked, so we had to stay in the cabin for the next two nights. We didn't see bedbugs again after that first morning, but we're all concerned that we've brought them home to our families, and we're washing all our belongings that are washable and throwing away what we can't wash. On top of that, I spent time and frustration on the phone with the front desk and waiting for a pest control contractor who never arrived. It was, overall, an extremely frustrating experience. Update: After we returned home (and after I posted this review and sent it to the cabins) I got a call that the front desk had their pest control contractor come over and inspect our cabin after we'd checked out and confirmed there were bedbugs in one of the bedrooms. They said they've taken that cabin out of rotation and will address the problem. They apologized for not being able to get their pest control contractor out to our cabin while we were still there, they gave us a full refund, and they gave us advice on checking our clothing and bags. I appreciate the apology and the honesty -- they could have lied and said the contractor found nothing wrong. I would have appreciated that level of candor and serious responsiveness much sooner in the process. I've had good experiences at this place in the past, and I don't like leaving negative reviews, but I'm leaving this one up so that other guests can be on the alert.

I stayed there recently with some friends and was pleased with how close the cabins are to the park. The cabin had a nice floor plan for a group and the kitchen was great for cooking for multiple people. The beds were not the most comfortable but not horrible either. Although it looked like they had never cleaned under the bed. We enjoyed our first two nights at the cabin but unfortunately the last night the power went out. I understand that power going out due to Edison is something that’s not controllable. Although having the cabin prepared well enough for such things is very much in control of the rental company. Due to it being a rural area shops close early and thus we were not able to get our own supplies. The 1 battery powered light in the cabin did not have fresh batteries and so we had to call for some as well as additional lighting. The additional lighting provided was 2 kerosene lamps as well as 1 kerosene lamp already in the cabin. Only 1 of the lamps worked and the other two did not have oil. Also the lamp oil was not indoor use kerosene but instead the kind used for outdoor tiki torches and so it filled the cabin with fumes that was quite intense. We had to put the lamp in the fire place to allow the fumes to go up the chimney which diminished the available light. Fires were not allowed this time of year. The biggest issue is that due to the power being out the electric pump that supplied the cabin with water no longer supplied the cabin with water. The cabin completely ran out of water. Management should know this happens when the power is out. I can wait to shower in the morning and wash dishes later. It’s unacceptable to have no drinking water and especially not be able to flush the toilet. Management did not provide any additional water to at least manually flush the toilet and have spare water to drink. A simple 5 gal jug would have gotten us through the evening. I feel like this is something that should have been provided without having to ask. Unfortunately, management made it seem that even asking for additional lighting was an inconvenience even though it should have been provided without having to ask. Back up lighting and water are not hard to provide and should be a priority provided by management when the power has gone out. I manage two rental cabins myself as well as have a very rural family cabin with that has no running water and electricity. I am used to “roughing it” as well as providing service. Given the price of the cabin is $500/night these basic things should be provided without having to pull teeth to get them.

We stayed here for three nights. It is a perfect location to explore Yosemite. It was the middle of our 4 week road trip along California ( previous stop San Francisco). It was my favourite so far. Beautiful peaceful location. ||We stayed in Chipmuck Holiday Cabin. It was very homely and comfortable. Had A/C in lounge/ kitchen area and fans in bedroom. Whilst it is hot in day, as cabin is shaded we didn’t find the nights hot at all, As each cabin is privately owned each one is different I expect. I loved this cabin - kitchen facilities amazing - shower wonderful. ||Location wise, it is within Yosemite park which I would say is a benefit. We considered a hotel outside of the park itself but very glad we chose redwoods. ||We didn’t have a dishwasher, but that didn’t bother me. ||There are free laundry facilities underneath the office which we used which was perfect. You can get laundry washing sachets for 50c there if you don’t have powder/ liquid. ||There is small grocery store nearby which was far better stocked than I anticipated. I could have cobbled together a meal, but we didn’t stop on the journey to get food. ||Overall would highly recommend the Redwoods.

I almost don't want to review to keep these cabins a hidden gem. I had my wedding/elopement in Yosemite and our family all stayed in The Redwoods cabins. It's great to have everyone centrally located in the small town of Wawona and to be inside Yosemite! Each cabin is different so check out the amenities before you book

We rented 17 C from the Redwoods for a night while visiting Yosemite. Cute little place. Two perfect sized bedrooms for the four of us, awesome kitchen, and all the utensils included. We got in late but used their speedy late checkout service and it was a breeze. Reasonably priced, clean, inconvenient. Couldn’t recommend the Redwoods enough! Thanks!

Cecil's Cabin (1S) was a great stay for my family. It is completely secluded and relaxing. I recommend Redwoods in Yosemite for your visit! The drive into the park wasn't terrible and I feel what we paid for the cabin was worth the value of what we received--quiet, beautiful night stars, laundry in our cabin, and pure nature! Wawona is a nice family friendly area--don't miss the swinging bridge!

It is so incredible to be able to stay right in Yosemite! We had the best time in the Spring Meadow Retreat. It was so comfortable and had everything we needed. And it's minutes away from the beautiful Mariposa Grove! We will be visiting again :)

We had an amazing stay at The Redwoods in Yosemite in October 2024! We stayed in the Chipmunk Cabin (#16), which was cozy, clean, and warm. The area was quiet and surrounded by beautiful scenery. Sharon was so sweet and helpful in confirming our last-minute booking after we got permits to hike Half Dome. She made the process so easy for us! The cabin is about a 45-minute drive to Yosemite Valley, which worked perfectly for our trip. Highly recommend this place and a big thank you to Sharon for her kindness!

Excellent vacation rental near the south end of Yosemite National Park, near Wawona, about 30 miles (an hours drive) from Yosemite Village and the valley attractions. The cabin we stayed in for 4 days and 3 nights easily accommodated 6 adults (in three bedrooms) plus 4 teen/tween kids (in a room with two sets of bunk beds) and our spaniel! There was a foosball table and plenty of games, a huge high-ceilinged living space and a well-equipped kitchen. And the beautiful outdoors were just a step away! Will be back!!

Had a FANTASTIC and very relaxing weekend in cabin 17C! Great location, so close to the south gate entrance of Yosemite. Our cabin was cozy. It was cold outside, but the heater worked well. The king-size bed was VERY comfortable, it was like a memory foam mattress. We really appreciated the back patio with table and chairs. Best part of the weekend was the nearby hike (very short, less than a mile hike) to the Swinging Bridge. We literally had the place to ourselves, so nice! We will be back to stay at Redwoods in Yosemite again.

As a globetrotter and travel journalist I am often asked, "Where are your favorite places to travel?" It's a hard question to answer because I love so many different places for so many different reasons however there is always one place that consistently makes my top ten list and that is Yosemite National Park. I have been visiting there regularly for two decades and its majesty and magic have never lost their luster. One of the strategies I use when traveling to places that I frequent is to design new and exciting ways to experience them. In applying that formula this year, I decided to take an alternate route from my home in Berkeley, California to Yosemite. My crew and I took highway 140 and entered through the south end of the park and stayed at a few nights at The Redwoods at Yosemite. It first time visit for each of us and we had a fabulous time. The office was easy to find, the staff was warm, welcoming and informative. The 3 bedroom/2 bath house we stayed in was nestled off the road in a group of trees and a nice distance from neighbors which made for a super quiet and tranquil visit. It was beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything you need for comfortable visit. There was a huge fireplace and loads of firewood, which we put a serious dent in. The kitchen was fully equipped. I was glad I brought our meals since the only restaurant available is the one in the Wawona Hotel. We took lovely hikes, visited Mariposa Grove, watched a little TV, read and played music. It was an absolutely fabulous way to spend a few days before heading to the valley. When it comes to places to stay in Yosemite, there's no shortage of options. Availability, however, is another matter. One of Yosemite's best kept secret are The Redwoods, privately owned vacation homes within Yosemite National Park in the small town of Wawona. The homes can officially accommodate between 2 to 14 people, in 1-7+ bedroom homes. There are three types of cabins: luxury, comfort and camper. Cabins prices range from $150-$800 per night depending on the size, category and the time of the year. All booking, housekeeping, guest services are managed by The Redwoods professional staff. It's a perfect spot for an intimate getaway, wedding, family reunion or retreat. This collection of more than 115 homes is a great alternative to the overcrowded valley, Most are dog friendly and are equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, fireplaces, Wi-Fi, and decks with barbecues. The little town of 200 has a market, library, gas station and a ranger station. The drive to Yosemite Valley takes around 45 minutes. Yosemite Area Rapid Transit buses run daily to the valley for a fee. But there are loads places to explore nearby: Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Hike to Chilnualna Falls Swim in the Merced River Visit the Swinging Bridge and one of the best natural waterslides in the park and has views of La Luna dome Check out their Golf Course Horse Back Riding History Museum Do yourself a favor and check out The Redwoods at Yosemite. Each property is equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, propane BBQ, bathroom, and wifi. Several properties have a hot tub available for use. The amenities on each property vary, as do the ages of the properties. There are several updated modern homes available for booking, while others are more rustic and charming. You can spend each day exploring Yosemite National Park and come back to the comforts of home to recharge. Staying at the Redwoods in Yosemite The Redwoods in Yosemite has a market on site, but its hours are incredibly limited. Oakhurst, outside Yosemite National Park's southern entrance, will be the best spot to stock up on any food cravings you may have. Staying at the Redwoods in Yosemite The high season mirrors that of Yosemite Valley. Don't expect to find any availability in the summer, unless you are booking months in advance. The best time to visit the Redwoods in Yosemite is in the off-season, aka winter, spring, or fall. Those times may be better anyway, since some of the properties are lacking in air conditioning, and Yosemite gets hot, hot, hot. Staying at the Redwoods in Yosemite The Redwoods in Yosemite is located at the south end of the park. The drive to Yosemite Valley takes approximately an hour. During peak season, it may take longer due to traffic on the valley floor. Yosemite Area Rapid Transit buses run daily to the valley for a fee. That said, there's plenty to see and explore near Wawona. Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Things to do near the Redwoods in Yosemite and Wawona Explore Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Hike to Chilnualna Falls Swim in the Merced River Visit the Swinging Bridge and one of the best natural waterslides in the park

Cabin was amazing. Desk staff was friendly and attentive. We even had contact with the maintenance staff who came to fix our dishwasher. Everyone was amazing. Location is great. They even have a small store within walking distance that was very well stocked and had almost everything we needed

We stayed at the Redwoods in Yosemite cabins in for a long weekend in Feb. and loved it. The cabins are located in the National Park just 10minutes from the south park entry. We stayed in one of the 3BD cabins with a beautiful loft, cozy fireplace and well equipped kitchen. There's also a in-unit washer and dryer if you are planning a longer stay. Service staff is amazing and super helpful.

What a wonderful stay at the vacation rentals inside Yosemite National Park! I am so happy we stayed here! Just a 40 minute drive to Yosemite Valley and the perfect fall escape! We enjoyed a family weekend escape at 50R and it couldn't be more perfect. The rooms had the most comfortable mattresses and bedding. Beautiful decorations and touches all throughout the home. Fully equipped home and kitchen and was truly a wonderful escape that felt like home away from home. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Yosemite!

Four of us spend four nights at the Spindlers Chalet, in The Redwoods, and enjoyed the stay. The Chalet was rustic, which we liked, had heat and a/c that worked well, had a great deck with bbq, and furniture comfy. However, the Chalet was not really clean, with peanuts and other debris in several rooms. The Chalet also felt like it was fully stocked from a garage sale, with many kitchen items broken, rusty, and/or just didn't work great. Location was great, with an easy walk around the area, to the General Store (pretty good selection), and to the amazing waterfall and river. We stopped at the office for another roll of paper towels and were told there was a charge - only one roll per rental! For this price point that was just wrong. Making reservations and staff was pleasant and easy.

We just had a wonderful stay in the Rosenberg cabin over Juneteenth weekend. We like to cook and the kitchen was incredibly well stocked with good quality baking sheets, pots, pans, utensils, serving ware including adorable beer mugs for chilled beer. Fabulous dog friendly cabin complete with large deck near the "dead horse creek" and with the snowmelt this year you could enjoy the sounds of the creek. A block down the road you had the general store and then a very quiet and beautiful walk down to a waterfall. Tons of wildflowers with ladybugs dozing between lupine petals in the morning and lots of butterflies near the waterfall once the sun warmed the area. Great place to stay with your fur babies! The sofa was a bit dated and worn but I think that's to be expected if it is a dog friendly sofa I accidentally forgot my favorite blanket and called the staff. They sent it in the mail right away. Awesome customer service and I'm really grateful for that.

It's Thanksgiving evening and we checked in late. We see that the fire starter was missed and the WiFi wasn't working. We called for assistance and this nice guy came over within minutes to help us start the fire in the fireplace and reset the wireless modem. He did this on thanksgiving night without complaint! He wouldn't take our gratuity. We had to insist on it. Such a warm and wonderful experience on a special evening. I'm so THANKFUL! Thanks Redwood staff! You are the best! Coming back again!

Book this place! You won't regret it! Everyone at the Redwoods in Yosemite was super helpful and kind!! They helped our wedding go smoothly! The day of our wedding, the water company and power company had a mishap with the water and had to shut it off. All the employees were literally running around trying to fix things so that we wouldn't be affected. The one cabin in our group that was affected and couldn't shower, were given access to showers and water. I'm not sure what they did but we had water by the time of the party! From the beginning I felt so comfortable with their staff, especially Janine who was an absolute angel! The cabins are all walking distance to each other and the event center. The cabins were very comfortable and pretty. They were stocked with everything we needed. We had our ceremony in the front yard of one of the cabins and by the time we checked in (a day before the wedding) everything was all set up! We just decorated. Everything was beautiful and amazing! Definitely recommend! We had wedding guest say, that they would definitely get married there too!

I can't say enough about our stay at the Redwoods In Yosemite. We have been looking for a spot in the actual park for so long that allows dogs! We love visiting Yosemite National Park but it is sometimes tricky to find hotels/cabins that allow dogs too. When we booked out stay at "The Treehouse" we were so amazed by the fact our cabin had a MASSIVE balcony that overlooks the waterfall... talk about PEACEFUL. We were only able to stay for one night but we will be coming back & booking this cabin again. You can't go wrong with this place - HIGHLY recommend!

The Redwoods charged my card for an agreed upon price, and provided a receipt showing as much. Then one month later changed the price of the room, and charged my card that updated price claiming there was an error. Total Fraud. I have replied to per your comment- You do know who I am because you refuse to honor your original receipt which said I had paid in full. My receipt from you (the only one I have, and an additional receipt that was HAND SIGNED on the day I arrived) clearly shows the room rate I was charged was 324 per night. that was the day rate I saw online and the price I agreed to and the amount Booking.com Charged my card . Someone changed that day rate after I left and charged me for it and I have so far 3 variations of why that happened.

So Happy! Cabin with the comforts of home. Enjoying a vacation with my wife, mom, cousin from Costa Rica, Sons, Granddaughter and Maggie too. The drive to the valley is a good hour. Darn tourists. Glacier Point is just short of an hour but, who is going to complain. Really! Perhaps you like the work of setting a tent? or driving an RV? At 54 I do not it's not quite camping and it's not room service. I love it here and I shall return. I've always loved Yosemite. One can not come here and be an atheist. One can only come here and ahh at the creation of God. For the owners of cabin #80. I thank you for sharing your cabin with us. I thank you for everything needed for the preparation of our meals. I thank you for the Costa Rica cup in the cupboard. Nice touch. Haha. I really could live here year round. Thank you. Sincerely Yours, Eli, elicruz37312@live.com

My family and I had plans to visit Yosemite with my dog, so I was looking into places that were pet friendly and came across The Redwoods In Yosemite. We got a wonderful rustic cabin here that my family, my dog, and I absolutely loved! It had a fireplace, full-sized kitchen, picnic tables outside, multiple bedrooms, and more! This made it possible for us to explore Yosemite for a bit, and come back every few hours to check on my dog. If you want to cook but forgot to bring something with you, there is a small store that carries some food items, supplies, and souvenirs. I personally thought it was overpriced, but you pay for the convenience. Also, there are a few souvenirs available to purchase when you check-in/check-out of the Redwood Ins. Be sure to ask if there are any discounts!!! Overall, I enjoyed my stay here and would love to come back. Pros: -Pet Friendly -Easy late night check-in option available -Lots of different housing options to choose from -Our cabin came with firewood Cons: -The TV did not work in our room, but we were so tired that we didn't really need it during our stay. It was actually kind of nice to not be surrounded by technology for a bit. -The water does not always run clear. Be sure to let it run for a bit before using.

Such a GREAT time staying in Redwoods at Yosemite. This was our 4th stay and it is always amazing. We have been in Fall, Winter and Spring and this was our first summer stay and it was fantastic. The best thing we have learned in staying there, is in every season it is very different. It does not get old. Thanks to the staff as always for the wonderful care.

This was our first stay as a part of our big northern california honeymoon. I had never been to Yosemite before, but the trees are absolutely amazing. To try to save a little, we opted to stay here, good choice on hubbys end! I feel bad even complaining about having no cell phone service there though, but that is something that they totally warn you about prior to your arrival, which was appreciated. They do give you complimentary long distance phone calls to your cabin with their phone. So nice to view the nature and see deer close up and other wildlife in their natural habitat. As always, I have gripes about certain things, maybe you could even call them pet peeves: --We really were away from a lot of the stuff in Yosemite. I think we were even like at the bottom of the hill even. We seemed so far away from everything. Within visiting halfdome (amazing!) and Yosemite Valley, we realized that we may have booked the wrong place as the hotel in Yosemite Valley (which was also the hotel they filmed at for The Shining) was amazing and so close to everything! --When i pay to stay in a vacation rental, I don't really like being told that I can't go in the entire home. They had sectioned off the upstairs part of the house and had a sign saying that we weren't allowed up there. When I pay for something, I want to use all of it! Something we weren't told about prior to arrival. Also, the bed in our cabin wasn't the most comfortable, figuring out the tv was somewhat difficult, and the cabin reeked of campfire. I do understand that we are in the woods in a cabin, but just from sitting in there for a few hours, my clothes reeked of it. Just a few things to bring with you: insect repellent food (they have a full on kitchen, pull refrigerator with freezer, oven, microwave, plus all the utensils and cooking equipment, plus its not like you can easily visit McDonalds for dinner there) laptop (if youre like me and cant stand feeling disonnected from the real world, however, the internet connection is very poor) I don't want it to feel like I hated this place, because it really is a nice place to stay and each cabin is unique. It's very quiet and the nature surrounding is just amazing. I would recommend this place to others, but only if they don't want to pay a lot more to stay in Yosemite Valley.

Cabins are graded as Sub Bronze, Bronze, Silver, and Gold. We were staying in cabin 7C, a sub bronze category, perfect for a couple. If you have more members in your family, I recommend 5C or 6C. Also, cabin 7C has no fireplace but there is a policy not to burn woods in Summer so it really doesn't matter if there is a fireplace or not. 7C is perfect for a couple since the cabin is small. The cabin is not fancy like a hotel but it is comfortable and cozy. I think we saved a lot of money by not eating out in the park. I basically brought our own cooked food and just heated up in the kitchen. The food in the park is very expensive and not good. My cooking is better than what is served in the park. The kitchen in this cabin is complete (including a waffle maker). There is no dishwasher but since I don't heavy cooking, it doesn't matter. We spent a lot of time on the deck which is AMAZING. This cabin is secluded and the view is the woods and Wawona dome. Also we could hear a faint river sound. I bet the river was full in Spring time and would have been wonderful. The first night there, a pregnant deer visited us by the deck and was eating the greens all around the deck. She didn't mind us and we were just watching it quietly. It was awesome. During the day we went into the Yosemite park, Fish Camp, and Bass Lake with our packed lunch. At night we spent a lot of time on the deck. We used the BBQ once. I called this experience a glorified camping since we were able to enjoy eating outside on the deck, the woods, and outdoor view(including wild animals). However, we slept in firm and nice bed, used a clean kitchen and bathroom with hot water and flush toilet. The only thing that the place is lacking is a closet for clothes. We used the other room as a closet by putting our stuff on the other bed. Although it is considered 1 bedroom cabin, this place has another bedroom. The bedrooms are small and there is a small bathroom in between them. I think it will be perfect for a couple with a small child. The other thing is that the satellite TV was not working well. We reported to the office and they claimed that DISH network is having problem with their satellite at that time we were there. So it is so unfortunate for us. The place also has a DVD player but we didn't bring any movie with us. Our trip was to get away from home so we didn't mind not having access to TV and internet. However, there is a land line where local, within US, and International calls are free. Although it is expensive, if I compare the price and costs with staying in Wawona hotel it is cheaper since I saved a lot of money by having a kitchen and able to avoid eating out.

From the second we unlocked the huge carved door of this "Rustic Retreat" we knew we were in for something special. There was so much care taken in this log home and it really showed in every detail. Everything was updated, clean and comfy. It was such a welcome place to come back to after a long day of hiking Yosemite. The hot tub really came in handy at the end of the day. And it was conveniently located in the park. Yosemite is special no matter what, but staying in this beautiful "cabin" enhanced the experience. Check in and check out process was a breeze. Would definitely stay here again.

These cabins are very cute and we're great for a staff development time I was part of. We had a big group but we're accommodated nicely and all of the staff was extremely friendly and courteous. The cabins were comfortable and cozy; we didn't worry about being cold at night or any time, for that matter. The cabins are close enough to "pop over" to the valley and go for hikes in an afternoon without committing an entire day to the endeavor. I was content chilling in the cabins and reading and walking throughout the area where there were trees and plenty of places to explore. There's a small grocery store nearby so you don't have to make sure you have some huge excel spreadsheet with every egg and strip of bacon accounted for. The meeting room was comfortable and had plenty of space for our sessions with bathrooms that were really well kept and spacious for when people needed to change right before or after a meeting. Overall a wonderful stay in a wonderful cabin!

Came out to the Redwoods for a weekend in October and I'm already counting down until I can come back! The 2 bedroom/2 bath home we stayed in was so charming and cozy and, even though the property is comprised of lots of other cabins nearby, the area was pleasantly quiet and it never seemed crowded. The space was plenty big enough for 5 adults and 1 dog. The Team at Redwoods were very pleasant and helpful and they make check in super convenient - if you're arriving after hours, they leave a check in packet with your key and very detailed instructions for you. There was even firewood already cut and ready for us so we could enjoy a nice fire in the cabin. There are all different kinds and sizes of cabins based on your needs - some of the cabins allow dogs and some don't, so just pay attention to that if you're planning on bringing your furry friend. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO - cell service is basically non-existent in the Valley so make sure you've got your directions downloaded before you get to the Valley. Especially if you're getting in after dark. The road into The Redwoods property might be a little challenging to navigate at night if you don't know exactly where you're going (you're in the woods, so obviously it gets very very dark). The Redwoods is good enough to provide landlines in the cabins with free long distance to mitigate the cell service issue, though. And, worry not, there's wifi! There's a small market just down the road from the main office and another market next to the gas station just outside the property (next to the Wawona Hotel) so, depending on the length of your stay, and your dietary needs, you can pick up the essentials when you arrive. Otherwise I would suggest stocking up before you enter the park. Can't say enough great things about this place and definitely looking forward to coming back!

We couldn't have possibly picked a better location for our wedding reception! We were supposed to be getting married in the Yosemite Valley Chapel, and the event center was allowing us to go in the day before to set everything up, which in it self was wonderful of them! But then, as luck may have it, we found out that Yosemite Valley was going to be flooded the day before and the day of our wedding; it was going to be impossible to get married and we were devastated. Luckily the Redwoods Inn came to the rescue and assured us that we could also get married there at no extra cost and they would make the transition as smooth as they possible. They over promised and fully delivered! They were unbelievably accommodating and turned our nightmare into a dream wedding that all our loved ones thoroughly enjoyed. Looking back we wished that we would have chosen this venue for the ceremony and the reception to begin with, but it all worked out in the end thanks to the Redwoods' hard work and dedication to seeing us satisfied in their services. I would absolutely recommend this event center to anyone looking for a place to do a wedding, conference, retreat, or anything they might need it for. You won't be disappointed! It's a good size for a fairly large group, full kitchen (minus stove/oven), beautiful outside deck! They even put up a tent incase it rained (which it did) and set up lights to make it look spectacular, not to mention the fact that they had the fire place going to make sure none of the guests outside got cold. Basically, they're perfect! Go book with them, you owe it to yourself. We also loved the cabin we stayed in. Everything about it was amazing! Location was brilliant, just a 5 minute walk from Chilnualna Falls; you could see and even hear the rushing water right outside our window if it was open. The cabin was the perfect size for us, although we could have comfortably fit more than just us. Lovely swing chair on the outside deck. Washer and dryer on site, heating/ac worked perfectly. Nothing negative I could say about this place. Our time at the Redwoods In Yosemite was truly magical and we will treasure those memories forever!

We had the amazing opportunity to stay here 1 March, the house was beautiful, and extremely well-kept and cleaned. The view was exceptional! And the staff at the Redwoods, We're very hospitable. Definitely will be staying there again!

Our Friend from San Jose booked Eagles Nest (10B). http://www.redwoodsinyosemite.com/property-info-2/17757.html Total for 2 nights was $1363. It is very affordable when split with several families. We had no idea what to expect as we had never stayed at a cabin during any of our past trips. We were delayed reaching the Cabin due to mudslides shutting I-5 down. Our normal 5 Hour journey to Yosemite was 9 1/2 Hour with several detours etc. By the time we arrived at Oakhurst, there were dark clouds looming at the horizon with an occasional bolt of lighting accompanied by rumbling Thunder. We almost gave up and were contemplating returning back to LA several times during the drive. We persevered, reached the Cabin, set our foot indoors and were completely blown away by the luxury afforded by this cabin. We stayed here Friday night and Saturday night the past weekend. Pros: The cabin is very spacious. It comfortably accommodated all the adults and kids. - 2 Bedrooms, Two Half Baths interconnected by a Bath, Large Living area with Fireplace, Entertainment Center, Sofa, Loveseat and chair, Full Kitchen, Dining area with a Table, wooden bench, several chairs on the 2nd floor. - 1 Bedroom with queen and a bunk bed, a second Bedroom (Dorm style) with 1 queen and 3 twins, Full Kitchen with a fridge, sink and bar seating, Full Bathroom, Ping Pong Table, Poker Table with 4 chairs, Loveseat, Entertainment Center and a Fireplace and Laundry room on the lower floor (Ground level with parking) - Each bedroom has its own closet. Patio/Deck on the 2nd level is huge and has entry either from the Kitchen, or through the huge glass double door setting from the living area / dining area. Parking area can fit upto 5 sedans or 4 SUV's. Kitchen is stocked with every glass, utensil, tool you could imagine. 2 Microwaves were provided to speed up the cooking process. Electric range in the upstairs kitchen makes cleanup easy. Many board games to keep the young ones as well as adults occupied. Ping pong table! (+1) TV's in multiple rooms. Dish is the satellite provider. Wireless internet has good strength. *NOTE* Internet was not working Sunday morning for some reason. Only Verizon had cell phone reception. Very short hike to the waterfalls. Cons: Check out time of 10 AM. There was not have enough time to tidy up the place after feeding the young ones and packing. We felt really bad for not organizing the bed etc. before we left :-( Overall, I would say that this Cabin was top notch and merits a Five star rating. We will definitely check out other cabins at RIY if we venture into Yosemite in the future. All we need to pack are toiletries, Kitchen cleaning supplies and Trash disposal setup. We know that RIY has everything else covered!

Wow... This company, and these cabins are just amazing. Not only are they well-priced, they are also in a great location (Wawona). They have quite the inventory and variety of cabins, and each one has its own charm. In terms of location, they are next to the newly re-opened Mariposa Grove (it's truly spectacular), and just a 45-minute drive from Yosemite Valley and the city of Oakhurst (if you need to go bargain grocery shopping, or need anything from outside of town). Mind you, there is a market and restaurant just in town. The staff was exceptionally sweet and helpful from the moment we booked, to checking in, and checking out. They gave us tons of input and tips (huge plus: they have popcorn in the registration office). Our cabin was extremely clean and beautiful. We were a 5-minute walk from the river, and blue jays joined us on our patio for every meal. With my many dietary challenges/food allergies, we loved having a kitchen to cook in, and saved money doing so. With the endless things to do just around Wawona, you may be inclined to simply stay and explore that part of the park. We can't wait to return back, and try out a new cabin, as well as spend time hiking to the nearby waterfalls and swinging bridge. Thanks Redwoods in Yosemite!

Charged $75 for cancelling cabin reservations for July, they are willing to waive the fee for reservations until June but at this time not beyond June. Both my husband and I are expecting to lose our jobs because we have been told so, even if we are cleared to be out and about, I don't think vacation is on people's minds right now? And I wasn't given an option to reschedule for a later time this year or next... But have received great customer service from other vacation vendors...

Two of my brothers and I shared cabin #26 for three nights this past weekend and had a great time. The cabin's location is in Wawona about an hour's drive from the Yosemite Valley, but still nicely positioned for fantastic hiking opportunities without having to get in the vehicle. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/brfRS8EHajvNH57G49HSow?select=dsknw5cfNqGfICETvd4JNg The daytime weather was in the 80's while the evening sky was clear enough to count the stars if you were so inclined. We sat on the large deck, enjoyed martinis & conversation, and grilled to our heart's content. Kinda romantic sounding for three brothers, eh? The cabin has most amenities that you'll want or need, including a kitchen with an awesome Viking gas stove, pots & pans, granite counters, television, WiFi, and unlimited hot water for showers. It didn't come with basic seasonings such as salt & pepper which would have been nice, so plan ahead. When it came time to depart on Monday morning, we were told that Highway 41, the nearest park exit, was closed due to a chemical spill of some sort and that we'd need to detour a few hours out of our way. I didn't buy into that, so we stopped at the local store, the Pine Tree Market, for a local's view of the situation. The owner suggested taking the dirt road from the Wawona Golf Course over a mountain to Fish Camp. It was a crazy ride over an unmaintained dirt road, but we made it in one piece and bypassed the road closure in the process.

I've stayed here, indifferent cabins, over the years. The staff and management are very professional. We did not encounter any problems with our previous stays. We booked a cabin over the Thanksgiving break this year, and when a severe storm was predicted to have possible power outages, I called and asked what do people with oxygen concentrators do in power outages. They immediately looked to see if the cabin had a back-up generator. They were very kind, and professional with me today and we found a solution for our Thanksgiving stay. Will definitely return. Don't be afraid to let the staff know if you note any problems, but hopefully you have just as good of an experience as we have had over the years.

All I need to say is this: The cabin is so nice and inviting that it almost made me want to spend less time with the sequoia trees just a few miles away. Almost. Great place from which to explore the wonders of Yosemite. And great place to come back to.

The Redwoods In Yosemite are awesome, and cabin #69 (or as the plaque in the driveway states: Bordentown West) is the best cabin! The first time that we stayed in Wawona, we stayed at cabin #69, and we've never stayed anywhere else since! You can tell that the owners take pride in their cabin, as there was new furniture in the rooms an fresh paint on the walls! There was also a cool collection of old antique things on the walls to look at as well. The cabin is a 3bd/2ba cabin with 1 king, 1 queen, and two full size beds, as well as two sofa-beds in the living room. It has free wi-fi, a flat screen tv with satellite and a DVD, a fully stocked kitchen, a large gas barbecue, and an enormous deck in the backyard which overlooks a small creek and forest. We've woken up in the morning before and seen deer and squirrels climbing around on the deck. There's also an old wood burning stove/fireplace which we like to make s'mores in. The cabin is centrally located in the town of Wawona, and is directly across the street from the Redwoods office. If you head south down a hill, you can walk to a river in about minutes. 5 minutes East of the cabin is the Chilnualna Falls trail which is lots of fun! (Check out my review of it). And if you decide to stroll West, you'll find the local library, as well as the schoolhouse, and the old town Wawona, which is really cool. You can get your picture taken inside of an 1800's jail cell there! Yosemite is beautiful, and everyone should visit here at least once in their life! And don't forget to stay in cabin #69, the best cabin there is!

Went Memorial Day weekend....Disapointed!!! Huge variation in cabins. Have gone several times in the past and was always extreemily happy. This time....unit was only marginally clean and was told couldn't change cabins because....not enough cleaning crew to clean. Location is GREAT, but....cleanliness & customer service does matter.

This place was simply amazing. We had cabin 1 and it was the perfect cabin. Woke up hearing the flow of the stream, beautiful/breath taking views everywhere, and relatively close to the Yosemite Village. I wished I could have stayed for a full week.... Amazing....

This is our 7th or 8th stay here on this property. This has been the worst. We stayed in cabin 9S. The furniture is way beyond old and used. The sofa is so dirty and abuse, the microwave is from the 70's, dinning room table finish was coming off when we had a moist napkin on it for a few minutes. The bathroom was dirty, base boards have not been cleaned for years, bath tube had rust stains and mildews on the grouts. The shower head is 4 feet high.

Location, location, location....... But that was about all. Our stay in Cabin 42R Was disappointing. It is a double -wide, manufactured home that has seen better days. The dryer was broken and a typed sign indicated that the office, a quarter of a mile away, would be happy to dry your wet laundry for you. Judging by the number of hangers hooked to the rails on the porch, this situation was ongoing. We had to drive down to Oakhurst to buy a functioning coffee pot. We were disappointed by the very squeaky bed springs in all three bedrooms, the hardness of the beds and the truly dirty state of the carpets. What did we like about this house? Well, for about $600 per day, the location.

This review is about the event staff and the service we received for our wedding reception in June. My husband and I work in Yosemite Valley, and we needed a reception space. We looked at all the resorts in the area and found that the cabins back by the Chilnualna Falls trail were coordinated as rentals and had an event space. Throughout the sales pitch, Janine was helpful and accommodating. The event space was so nice, and away from the highway and the tourist-crowded places, and the price was perfect. Leading up to the day of, things went very smoothly. Janine informed me ahead of time that the bartender attending to our wine and beer that night was new, but Janine herself would be on site to make sure nothing went wrong. Unfortunately, this assurance wasn't followed through on. We had a case of white wine and two cases of red wine, and assorted beers, for all of our guests. We also had a bottle of wine for our parents, a sentimentally-significant red for his and a white for mine. Before we settled into food, Janine asked if the different bottle of white was to be served to guests and we said no, it was a gift for family, and we wanted to give it later in the evening. After we had eaten and were preparing to present the gifts to our family, we noticed the bottle of red for his parents was gone. We looked all over for it. My husband ran off to the bartender, who had taken this $140 bottle of wine and started serving it to the guests while there was still a whole case of the regular red sitting in the kitchen. One of our guests informed us that she'd been told by the bartender that they were out of red, even though we ended up taking home the whole second case. After the reception we began hearing from our guests how rude the staff had been to them during the reception. We were so disappointed to hear this from our friends and family. We reached out to Janine after the reception, informing her it was an expensive bottle of wine as well as sentimentally valuable and that we understand mistakes happen (we work in the hospitality industry, too), but we felt this was something that should be compensated--the opening and serving of this wine felt like theft. Janine gave us a hard no on the compensation topic, refusing to take blame, even though she had said she'd be responsible and make sure nothing went wrong. The venue was lovely. The area it was situated in was fantastic and relaxed. Service up to the reception was good. The accommodations for friends and family, while a tad pricey, were comfortable and flexible according to our guests' needs and wants. But we will always have this memory of how we were robbed of an emotionally significant moment between a son, his new bride, and his parents, and left with the embarrassment of explaining what had happened and bitter disappointment of not being able to show them how much we love and appreciate them at such a special and important event. We are also left with the shame of knowing how terribly our guests were treated and despair at knowing how atrocious any follow-up care (or lack thereof) was. Weddings are stressful enough, and we thought we could trust the staff here. By all means, book the venue, but be very cautious--try to have people from your own circle oversee everything if possible, and avoid using their staff for anything but the very bare minimum.

Loved loved loved our stay in 25A! It was clean, spacious and cozy. We were happy to call it home for a few days. Service was fantastic! At check-in, the lady at the front desk was super nice. And when we called about our lack of hot water the next day they came and fixed it right away. (Lesson learned: Don't have your party of 8 all shower in the morning! We ran out of hot water.) The location is great! Its located inside Yosemite Park and is about a 45 minute drive to El Capitan and the Half Dome. There's also a really nice hike right there in the Redwoods; passing the office we found a beautiful trail and waterfall. Only thing I wasn't a big fan of was the mattresses. Not the best sleep I've had. Blankets and pillows were provided but if you're going in the winter I would recommend to bring extra blankets. Overall, I would definitely recommend the Redwoods! Looking forward to coming back real soon!

Disappointment with our stay at Cabin Among The Firs #1 for the nights of Sept 20 & 21, 2019. I booked this cabin to have a nice weekend with two other couples in my favorite national park Yosemite. Mouse droppings all over the white kitchen counter, the white kitchen floor, the bathroom floors and the sofa in the living room, and in all kitchen drawers and even the oven. We had mouse turds on our pillows in our master bedroom and even on our bed sheets when we went to bed Friday evening. Would not recommend this disgusting house to anyone. I went over to the Redwoods office and told them everything that had transpired during our stay so far. I asked that they please have housekeeping change all linens and covers. And also asked that they send someone over to set traps or do whatever is needed to catch the family of rodents living in Cabin #1. I also asked that the management or the owners of Cabin #1 for some consideration in giving us a refund of some of the money we paid for the rental of this infested house. Housekeeping came over and changed all linens and maintenance came over and set three traps. I didn't get much sleep Saturday night sill knowing we had mice creeping throughout the house and around my wife and guests. Sunday morning, more mouse poop on the kitchen floor, counters and windowsills. When I went to the Redwood office to check out, I relayed my concerns once again to the front desk attendant telling her we still have some serious issues with mice even after the visit by maintenance. No calls or response from management as promised. Very disappointed. What was supposed to be a fun weekend with good friends in a beautiful house in Yosemite turned out to be a mouse infested embarrassment for my wife and guests. All six of us will never forget our mouse infested weekend in the Cabin Among The Firs #1 rented by Redwoods in Yosemite Management Company. To our great disappointment, what could have been fixed by management, was never really followed up on. You won't be seeing any of us again, I promise you. I will be at the 2020 Concourse D' Elegance next year to warn anyone wanting to bid on this wonderful cabin among the firs.

Where to begin! This cabin is so full of dust and mold my entire throat and sinuses are swollen and congested after only two nights. The internet does not work, we had a message when you try to log on that says it has been disconnected. Upon arrival the propane tank on the BBQ was empty, and it was empty again by the 3rd night. The BBQ itself is not working correctly and it took at least 2 hours to cook meat. The refrigerator was not plugged in and took nearly 24 hours to get cold, so we had to throw out most of our food and spend 2 hours driving back to Oakhurst to buy more. The service throughout this ordeal provided by Redwoods management was incredibly disappointing to say the least. They were dishonest about the fridge and only offered some ice to help cool our food. The fans are barely functioning and very old (how difficult is it to replace a fan after ten years!), there was an old dirty urine stained used toilet seat in a bedroom closet, the couches are disgusting- I doubt a goodwill or Salvation Army would even accept them as donations. The bedsheets felt like burlap and sandpaper. The bed pillows have not been cleaned, blankets were so musty and should be thrown in the trash. The curtains are also full of dust. For the money this place was really disappointing and I'd never return. #cabin11 You can find WAY better quality and prices on Airbnb.

Power was out for over 12 hours so when we called the office we didn't here from them for over two hours said they didn't know- also won't refund us because they said it was the electric company and not their problem it was 34 degrees in cabin no heat no generator showered in the dark with a flashlight no internet no Tv had to cook with flashlights so pissed the didn't offer to even transfer us to different cabin either... last thing you want to deal with after a long day of hiking - so pissed

We stayed at Steve's place cabin 42A. The cabin needs a deep cleaning. The window sills had cobwebs, the blinds were dusty, living room rug had popcorn and sunflower seeds all over it, and the bathroom floors hadn't been swept well. I found a broom and reswept the rugs and bathroom floors. The silverware drawer had a fork with big pieces of food stuck to it so we purchased paper plates and plastic utensils and washed everything that we used before hand. We stayed during the August heat wave and the cabin only had one small fan. Our first night was miserable as there was no cross breezes and there were no ceiling fans in the living or dining rooms. The kitchen cabinets need a deep cleaning. The handles to cabinets were grimy and sticky. The bathrooms were upgraded and nice and the beds were not bad. I think if the cabin was given a good deep cleaning and they upgraded to more fans the place wouldn't be as bad.

The management at The Redwoods in Yosemite will not refund our deposit for our August reservations while a wildfire rages nearby. The AQI (Air Quality Index per EPA for non-Californians) is 246, which is very toxic to anyone who may want to enjoy outdoor activities. Masks are necessary. Their policy, stated on the phone yesterday, was that unless they are evacuated, nobody gets a refund on their reservation deposit. In addition, IF the fire is a state of emergency (and I quote from their letter) 'One to two days prior to your arrival, if the fire is still roaring, give us a call and we will help you out in the best way possible." Note the lack of humanity or concern for those with children or asthma who have saved all year for the vacation with no recourse! BEWARE of this vacation vendor!

Thank you Redwoods in Yosemite for a nice, comfy stay. Cabin 84 is cozy & clean. Furniture are outdated,.. but so what? Adds a rustic feel to the place. Friendly, helpful staff pointed us in all the right directions, especially to the Swinging Bridge and swimming hole nearby.

The cabin seemed great at first, but in the evening of the second night of our 3 night stay the power went out. This meant we had no heat at all and temperatures outside were well below freezing. We received no answer on the emergency maintenance line and no answer when we first called the front desk the next morning during office hours. This is clearly something that happens often as lanterns were provided in the cabin. This is unacceptable during this time of year. All cabins need to have generators or at least something offered to help guests in these circumstances. We had a 7 month old baby with us and could not stay with no heat. We had to leave a day early as power was not expected back on for almost 24 hours and we got no refund or offer of any help. This completely ruined our vacation and I would never stay here again. NOTE - it seems this might be an ok place to stay in the summer, but steer clear in the winter!! EDITED - I was contacted by the Redwoods and they offered a refund for the last night given we had to leave early. This definitely helped the situation. If you decide to stay here in the winter, try to only go with a cabin with a generator.

I bought the living social escape to the Redwoods in Yosemite and my not so great review relates to that and their customer service. I got a job out of town and couldn't book the trip by the time the deal would expire. I called to see if they would give me even a week's extension and they said no and weren't very helpful on the phone. When they expire, Living Socials and Groupons become a payment voucher for the amount paid and not the deal - the same as cash. However, when we booked our trip a few weeks after the deal expired for the paid amount, there was a special going on - 3 nights for the price of 2. While my boyfriend asked about it at the time of booking they did not offer this to him and I only found out about it staying there. After we got back to LA I wrote to them asking for the accurate price and a reimbursement of the extra $125 or so we paid over someone who walked in off the street. They absolutely refused to give us the same deal insisting inaccurately that we couldn't have 2 deals (which we didn't since ours expired and only became cash), and it was really insulting and odd to us considering the idea of groupon and living social is to introduce new customers to a business. The cabin was great, we loved it. There were a lot of odd rules like "don't leave the tip for the cleaning person in the cabin and leave it in the office instead" but other than that it was fine. But to rip off a living social customer who often can't afford full price vacations is just not okay with me as a business, so my main advice would be never take a coupon with these people as they won't honor it. Living Social was shocked too, but they said there was nothing they could do other than not do another deal with them and put it in their notes. So there you have it. Depends how much good business is to you. We did an air b and b next trip and liked it a lot more and got a lot more value. It was also a lot more personal and friendly. It's just a sad situation cause we loved the cabin, they just left a bad taste in our mouth and didn't seem to care about anything other than money.

I've been coming to the Redwoods every few years since I was seven years old (I'm now 43). This place is wonderful, peaceful, and it's like camping only comfortably. Who wants to sleep on the *@#^! ground? Give me a warm bed any day. It's excellent for families. You can walk to the river (very close by) which is safe for swimming and piles of fun. You can also drive to a parking area nearby (five minutes?) and walk to the swinging bridge - the amazing part about that is, in summer, bring an inner tube and it's a natural water park - slide down the smooth rocks in the water (and it's FREE!) You need to come earlish summer for that, so you catch the right amount of water - too much and it could get dangerous and too little... well, let's just say my stinker sister dubbed me the "good ship lollingbutt" when I got stuck partway down the slide - not enough snowmelt to facilitate the ride, dammit. Bring food or stop in Oakhurst at the supermarket (way cheaper) - do NOT forget the stuff for s'mores or you will pay through the nose. Buy milk at the little market nearby. Bring condiments (salt & pepper generally provided but otherwise, you're on your own), reading material and this place is seriously worth the money. Be careful in choosing your cabin (look at those pictures) - I like the cabins nearer the river, closer to the office. If computer access is important to you, take note my Verizon wireless device couldn't get a strong enough signal, but if I sat in bed, I could piggyback on another cabin's hotspot. Other parts of the cabin - nope. You can also go to the office for a hotspot. The horseback rides in Wawona (seasonal only in summer) are expensive - either budget or warn your kids no rides.

We are basing this review only on the cabin we stayed in - The Red Barn a/k/a #46R: First off, this was a great location to explore the park. Far enough away from the bustle of the Valley and near enough to Wawona, Mariposa Grove and Glacier Point. We even managed in our three day trip to drive the Tioga Pass and get back in the early evening. The lower rating is because this unit is really nothing special. Although it has an ok kitchen, it lacked paper towel (!), salt/pepper shakers and charcoal for the outdoor grill. The fridge was functional and the coffeemaker brewed java quickly. We found a dead baby bat on one of the dining room chairs - maybe not so unusual for the area, but gasp-worthy. It was also somewhat warm in the bedroom and the provided fan was somewhat ancient and dirty. We would have preferred to have left the bedroom doorwall screen open at night, but it didn't lock. The entire unit could use a decent cleaning. If you do choose this cabin location, please note that cell coverage from this cabin is nearly non-existant. Bottom line: for a cabin in the woods it was acceptable, but it could have used some enhancements.

Have you ever been to a place and knew right away that you would always want to go back? When your mind wants to escape, this is one place you think of? This is one of those places for me. ( so is the north shore of Kauai) I've had 2 experiences here, both full weeks in August, once in 1997 ( we were there the night Princess Diana was killed, of all things to remember) and then 2 years later in 1999. In generalities, the Redwoods is an area of private homes rented out for varying amounts. It is secluded, set in a forest, adjacent to the Wawona; It's clean & very dependable and the air is fresh & smells wonderful. It is best to get the Redwoods brochure and then online check each cabin for your needs-- size, amenities, location. They go from 1 room rustic cabins to very modern large homes. Most seem to have a deck, BBQ, TV. Just check it thoroughly so you get what you want & where you want to be. Our 1st time staying we chose a 2bedroom/1 bath cabin-- comfy but smallish; it was the log cabin type, very woodsy, nice deck-- great to sit out at night & enjoy the stars, S'mores on the grill. Our grown son & girlfriend joined us , and well as 2 preteens . So accommodations were a little tight & there was only 1 bathroom. ( There was a Queen sofa bed in the living room in front of the fireplace too.) But the kitchen was good with a big farmhouse table. The next time we chose a 4 bedroom/3 bath house with 2 stories, game room, a very large deck with furniture. Nice fireplace, big kitchen & eating area with everything you could need. ( We were making better salaries this time! ) On this visit, we had a grown daughter & the 2 preteens! Plenty of room, places for privacy, just the perfect choice. So as you see, you have to be careful what you choose. Nearby are swimming holes & a small river. We took a raft, paddles & water floats and it was a great way to spend warm days. While he was growing up, my husband spent many summers here with his family too and it hadn't changed that much for him. Although I thought it was peculiar that he couldn't remember which cabins he' d stayed in before! Don't know about that! The only drawbacks that we've experienced is, #1, you have to make the right choice for you so you're happy with the size & type of accomdation and #2, like any public place, some people are noisy: one visit a nearby cabin had a barking dog & were doing some chain saw work for a few days. But I'm pretty sure that was a real exception--aren't people all like me, coming up for the quiet & beauty ?? I always wanted to try 2 more things here. One was to rent a big place over Christmas holidays, invite all the family, bring a tree, food & gifts and just enjoy the winter time there. Another thing I wanted to try was to get a cabin right on the river with a big deck overlooking it! Now that would be great. In fact, that sounds so great, I think I'll look into it soon!

YES! Forget ever looking at staying in one of the lodges here or a B&B again. We had Chipmunk Hollow cabin #14. Fully equipted even with a decent spice rack though we came prepared. We just needed paper towels other than that the cabin was like a home away from home. The WiFi also is very useful as well. In fact I am writing this review from our cabin now!! Cell phone reception was bad however there is free local and long distant phone calls from here as well. The rates are so very reasonable for what you get for this cabin. A real fireplace a full kitchen and bathroom. Ample room and a huge deck with a gas grill! It is not too incredibly far from Yosemite Valley as well. I would suggest bringing your own toiletries soap and stuff. There was hand soap and a bath gel here. So this place is awesome. I am already looking at pre-booking for a future trip.