Yosemite Sunset House

 

Driving Information, Maps ... and The House Rules

Driving Information:

Yosemite West is conveniently located midway between Yosemite Valley and the Wawona/Giant Sequoias Mariposa Grove area. Drive to Yosemite National Park; after entering the park, proceed to Yosemite West.

* From San Francisco and Sacramento, driving time is approx. 4 hours via Hwy. 120.

* From San Jose, driving time is approx. 4 hours via Hwy. 140.

* From Los Angeles, driving time is approx. 5 1/2 hours via Hwy. 41.

* From Reno - During summer only, driving time is approx. 4 hours using Hwy. 395 and Hwy. 120.

* From Fresno Yosemite International Airport, driving time is approx. 2 hours via Hwy. 41.

                    

Distances from the Yosemite Sunset House to:

Yosemite Village
   17 miles
visitor center, restaurants, fast food, Yosemite museum, art gallery, bookstore, theater, grocery store, art center
Glacier Point    17 miles spectacular vistas ... a must see! ... view 3,214 feet down to Yosemite Valley.
Wawona    14 miles golf, restaurant, Pioneer history center, convenience store and gas station
Mariposa Grove of Giant Redwoods    20 miles 500 BIG trees (parking ... and head of hiking trail)
Curry Village    17 miles restaurant, pizza deck, bicycle rentals, ice rink, and more
Badger Pass Ski Area    7 miles skiing, cross-country skiing, ski lessons
Tuolumne Meadows and Tioga Road    65 miles high country ... scenic drive up to 10,000 ft elevation
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir    54 miles great scenery and starting point for wilderness trails

 

* VIEW  GOOGLE  MAP *
(Please note: street numbers on the Google map are not correct!)

House Rules:

  • NON-SMOKING and NO PETS: The Yosemite Sunset House property is smoke-free (inside and outside) and no pets allowed. We reserve the right to inspect premises during your stay and you will be charged for non-compliance and ordered to leave immediately.
  • STAIRS: Due to the fact that there are 53 steps to reach the upper level, the house is not suitable for those with walking difficulties; the pay-off is a beautiful, unobstructed view of the forest top!
  • We request that you honor the tranquil forest setting by keeping the noise level to a minimum (playing loud music, loud TV, yelling or otherwise loudly congregating outdoors). The neighbors in Yosemite West thank you for your consideration.
  • This home is not child-proofed. Families w/ children under 6 years old must bring their own waterproof mattress overlays or pads.
  • No "party animals", this is not a "party house"; you will be asked to leave and will forfeit all monies paid in case of non-compliance.
  • CHECK-IN TIME: after 5 pm .... (Winter only: after 4 pm) ... and before 9pm
  • CHECK-OUT TIME: by 11 am SHARP - NO EXCEPTIONS!!! A fee of $80/hr for any delayed departure will be assessed and charged on your credit card.
  • Sorry ... no candles or incense burning is allowed in the house, on the decks or anywhere on the property.
  • Security deposit is refundable except for damages, missing items, phone charges, and extra cleaning service (if needed). Balance of the refundable deposit will be returned to renter within 15 days. For parties up to 4 guests, we will use your credit card on file in lieu of a security deposit.
  • Phone: one land line (extention in both units) for local calls only; most cell phones do not work in Yosemite, bring your calling card to use with our land line. There is a public phone at the entrance to the Yosemite West development by the mail boxes.
  • Internet: Limited Satellite WiFi (not guaranteed as at times this system may fail due to various conditions):
    ... Internet is limited to Satellite service ...
    ... NOT unlimited DATA ...
    ... No streaming, downloads, or any high volume data sites ... please don't count on it for work or homework.

  • Your faxed reservation forms: Your fax or pdf forms must be returned to us within 24 hrs from your receipt of these forms to HOLD your dates.

  • Payments: Your payment in full must be posted within 2 working days from the date you faxed the forms to secure your dates.
  • Payment method: Payment to be made by personal check when plenty of time is available for mailing and processing it.

  • Reservations with arrival dates within 3 months: Full payment is required at reservation time to secure your dates.

  • Advance reservation payments: arrival dates beyond 3 months and total rental costs over $800, renters have the choice of paying 50% at reservation time, and balance, by 60 days prior to arrival day.
  • International transactions incur a 5% surcharge and can be made via wire or credit card.
  • Reservation changes/cancellations subject to fees and/or forfeitures, only hard copy written cancellation notices faxed or sent through the postal system are accepted; emailed requests are not sufficient.
  • Rates may be higher for holidays and special events. Rates are based on specific unit, seasons and number of people.
  • Occupancy above the maximum number of 8 guests in total, in both units together, is not allowed. In the Sunset House unit a maximum of 5 guests is allowed. In the Red Door apartment 3 adults or 2 adults and one child is allowed. You must declare all guests in your party, you will be charged for undeclared guests $100/night.
  • CANCELLATION POLICY in effect:
    * By providing owners your Credit Card information or otherwise completing a reservation, you agree to all cancellation terms and conditions and authorize owners to debit your credit card for all applicable charges when due.
    * If canceled before 60 days of arrival - the cancellation fee will be $50 administration charge plus any bank, credit card or PayPal fees incurred.
    * If canceled between 30 and 60 days of arrival - full refund will be given only if re-rented for the same period and same rate, less $50 cancellation fee.
    * No refunds for cancellation with less than 30 days notice.
    * If re-renting is only partial, your refund will be prorated in the same proportion less cancellation fee as described above.
    * ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS DUE TO WEATHER.
    * NO REFUND for reduction in number of guests or number of nights after reservation has been accepted by owners.
    * There is no refund for events beyond our control: weather and road conditions, flight cancellations or delays, personal emergencies, change in vacation plans, etc.
    * Prorated refund will be given for: county road closures longer than 12 hours if this completely eliminates access to the property; electric power or water shut down or plumbing not working for longer than 18 hrs.
    * No refunds after check-in for any reason (except for situation described on line above).
    * Changing dates: once a reservation has been accepted, if guests wish to change their already booked dates, and there are mutually agreable and available dates, they may do so only once, and at the discretion of the property owner/manager and without a reduction of nights or number of guests; the re-scheduling must be made no later then 40 days prior to the original arrival date; there is no fee for this service.
    * Refund checks will be mailed within 10 working days, and only to the address on file.
    * Refunds of any payments made via a credit card or PayPal will incur a 5% financial transaction fee.
    * Purchasing TRAVEL INSURANCE is strongly recommended to all renters to minimize financial loss due to unforeseeable events.
    * Failed Reservation/unit unavailable: in the extremely rare and unexpected event that the unit reserved becomes unavailable for rental, owners are obligated to return only moneys renters already paid; renters agree to hold owners harmless from and against any claims, liability, losses, and expenses in connection with a failed reservation.
  • Leave the unit(s) in the same clean condition as you found it/them and we require that you take the garbage with you on a daily basis.
  • Extra Cleaning fees: please leave the unit as clean as you found it - staff will inspect premises after your departure, a clean unit means no extraordinary cleaning fees later; this extra fee, if any, will be determined by housekeeping personnel.
  • Please leave all furniture in its original position. You are required to broom clean the unit, wash all dishes used and take with you all the garbage when you leave the property. BBQ grills must be cleaned - a charge of $35 will be made to your credit card for each grill left uncleaned (if you don't clean it, we must allow extra time for the cleaning crew to accomplish this task!).
  • Firewood is included in rates during winter stays but remember: wood stove not to be used by renters during dry weather and summer - no exceptions!
  • Washer & dryer are for housekeeping use only and are available for renters only when staying over 5 nights; a $35 fee will be charged to you in case of non-compliance
  • Renters to sign the "Waivers" document required by owners and provide a signed credit card authorization. We require the renter to be at least 25 years old - proof will be requested.
  • Owners are not responsible for adverse conditions: snow, road, weather, and/or utilities or for the unavailability of the house for renters' use due to natural causes or circumstances beyond owners' control, including the unavailability or untimely housekeeping services.
  • By making a reservation you agree to all the house rules explained above. If you have any questions, contact us before making a reservations. Thank you!
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    A word about renting this vacation house directly from the owner:    

  • Owners are not present at the property.
  • Both units are rented to vacationers.
  • There is no hotel style services such as: front desk, night clerk, concierge, daily maid service, etc.
  • Renters may have to rely on themselves for everyday chores and those chores typical to snow country living.
  • Emergency service providers and repair men come from distant locations - 1.5 to 2 hours away - patience is in order at this remote location.
  • Please ask any questions about renting this property before booking your reservation.

    • We welcome your questions as well as your feedback ... please let us know how we may improve travelers' experience at this property.
    Happy Trails!

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