Experience the ultimate mountain retreat at our newly renovated 3 BR, 3 Bath. Located just 5 minutes from charming downtown Mariposa, this private getaway offers stunning sunset views of the mountains. Relax and unwind in style with 5 comfortable beds, a spacious living room with an 82" Smart TV, and an outdoor patio with a 7-seat hot tub, fire pit, sun beds, and lounge area. Our game room with a ping pong and pool table, as well as a 75" Smart TV, provides endless entertainment options. Nestled in the mountains of Mariposa, just 5 minutes from downtown, The Great Yosemite Retreat at Bear Trap offers breathtaking mountain and sunset views. This beautiful mountain retreat is the perfect escape from the daily grind, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting for a relaxing getaway ★ BEDROOM ★ The newly renovated property features 3 comfortable bedrooms, each equipped with a cozy bed to ensure a restful night's sleep. The bedrooms offer a total of 3 beds, including a king-size bed and two queen-size beds. This makes the retreat a great option for groups of friends or large families. Amenities: ✔ Cozy beds ✔ Total of 5 beds (1 king-size bed, 2 queen-size beds, 2 twin beds) ★ LIVING ROOM ★ In the living room, guests can relax and unwind in front of the 82" Smart TV. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. Amenities: ✔ 82" Smart TV ✔ High-speed WiFi ✔ Comfortable oversized sectional sofa ✔ Coffee table ★ OUTDOOR PATIO ★ Step outside to find a fully furnished patio complete with a 7-seat hot tub, fire pit, sun beds, and lounge area. This is the perfect spot to take in the breathtaking mountain sunset views. Amenities: ✔ Oversized sectional outdoor lounge ✔ Sunbeds ✔ Firepit runs on propane with seating around it ✔ 7-seat hot tub ✔ BBQ W/Propane ★ GAMEROOM ★ For indoor entertainment, the game room is stocked with a ping pong table, pool table, and a variety of board games and cornhole. The 75" Smart TV is also available for movie nights or streaming your favorite shows. Amenities: ✔ Ping-pong table ✔ Pool table ✔ Variety of board games and cornhole ✔ 75" Smart TV for movie nights or streaming ★ BATHROOM ★ The Great Yosemite Retreat at Bear Trap has 3 bathrooms stocked with towels and all the necessary amenities. A double set of washers and dryers is also available for guest convenience. Amenities: ✔ Towels ✔ Necessary amenities (e.g. shampoo, conditioner, soap) ★ KITCHEN ★ The fully-stocked kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, and blender. There is plenty of counter space and storage for all your cooking needs, and the dining area offers seating for up to 8 guests. Amenities: ✔ Refrigerator ✔ Stove ✔ Oven ✔ Microwave ✔ Dishwasher ✔ Coffee maker ✔ Toaster ✔ Blender ✔ Dining area with seating for up to 8 guests ★ PARKING SPACE ★ The property also offers plenty of outdoor space and parking, with a large driveway and additional parking spaces on the property. Amenities: ✔ Ample outdoor space ✔ Large driveway and additional parking spaces on the property. As our guest, you will have full access to the entire property, including the living areas, bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, and outdoor spaces. Feel free to make yourself at home and enjoy all that The Great Yosemite Retreat at Bear Trap has to offer. While we will be accessible 24/7 for our guests, communicating directly through the Airbnb app is best and will get the fastest response. While the house and property offers 5 acres of 100% privacy, it still just 5 min from charming downtown Mariposa, 45 minutes from Yosemite National Park, 25 minutes from Lake McClure, and 15 min from the Briceburg Merced River location. The town of Mariposa, first settled in 1849, is the southernmost in the Gold Rush chain of towns. The streets follow the original street grid laid out by John C. Fremont in 1850. Several disastrous early fires convinced settlers to rebuild with stone, brick, and adobe. Consequently, many of today’s existing structures in the historic downtown area of Mariposa had been built by the late 1850s, with most of the remaining ones completed by 1900. Because they have always been in use, the old buildings haven’t had to be restored or recreated. In your travels through the town of Mariposa, you might hear it referred to as the “Mother of Counties.” That’s not meant as a boast. When California was granted statehood in 1850, Mariposa County was by far the largest county, comprising about one-fifth of the state. (It was later subdivided into eleven additional counties.) Soon after, the discovery of gold lured prospectors by the thousands, all with dreams of striking it rich. The easy gold only lasted for a couple of decades, but it lasted long enough for roads and railroads to be built. Communities evolved even as the local economy was shifting to quartz mining, ranching, farming, and logging. Today’s visitors to Mariposa will find many remnants from those early days, from preserved landmarks to obscure ruins—all of them a testament to the county’s fascinating past. Change has come gracefully to Mariposa. Mariposa has retained the small town charm of a bygone era, so you won’t see strip malls or chain stores, and Mariposa remains one of a handful of California towns without a stop light. Feel the Old West as you stroll up the historic main street or take a tour of the 1854 courthouse, the oldest courthouse west of the Rockies still in continuous operation. Experience pioneer history in the exhibits at the Mariposa Museum and History Center named one of the best small museums in America by the Smithsonian Institute. Completed in 1854, the Mariposa County Courthouse is the oldest superior courthouse west of the Mississippi and the oldest courthouse in continuous use west of the Rockies. Feel free to take a peek inside during normal business hours. Free to the public. Get a fascinating glimpse of California’s mineral wealth, colorful history and geologic diversity at the California State Mining and Mineral Museum. The State’s official collection contains over 13,000 gems, minerals, and mining artifacts, including the “Fricot Nugget,” a rare and beautiful 13.8-pound piece of crystalline gold found in the American River in 1864. Here is the list of Sightseeing and Top Rated Attractions in the area • California State Mining & Mineral Museum (5.5 miles) 10-minute drive • Mariposa Museum & History Center (3.2 miles) 6-minute drive • Prospect Yosemite (3.2 miles) 6-minute drive • Yosemite Climbing Museum (2.9 miles) 5-minute drive • Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch (4.7 miles) 8-minute drive • Lewis Creek Trail South Trailhead (36.4 miles) 49-minute drive • Bass Lake (37.2 miles) 49-minute drive • Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino (41.6 miles) 54-minute drive • Chilnualna Falls Trailhead (52.5 miles) 1-hour 19-minute drive • Yosemite National Park (34.3 miles) 50-minute drive • Glacier Point (46.6 miles) 1 hour 16-minute drive • Horsetail Falls (48.2 miles) 1 hour 15-minute drive Here are some additional hiking and outdoor attractions that you might want to consider adding to your list: • Merced Grove of Giant Sequoias (50.8 miles, 1-hour 17-minute drive): This grove is home to a number of impressive sequoias, including the massive Boole Tree. • Nelder Grove of Giant Sequoias (43.7 miles, 1-hour 12-minute drive): This grove is home to a number of old-growth sequoias, including the massive Bull Buck Tree. • Mono Lake (267.1 miles, 5 hours 30-minute drive): This saline lake is home to a number of unique geological features and is a popular destination for birdwatching and photography. There are several ways to get around in Mariposa or Oakhurst: BY CAR: You can rent a car or use your own vehicle to get around. This is a convenient option if you are planning to visit attractions outside of Mariposa or Oakhurst. BY BUS: Mariposa County Transit and Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) both offer bus services in the Mariposa and Oakhurst areas. You can check their websites for schedules and routes. BY BIKE: If you enjoy cycling, you can bring your own bike or rent one to explore the area. Some local companies offer bike rentals and guided tours. COVID-19 SANITIZATION: The health, safety, and well-being of our guests are our top priority. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out to ensure the cleanliness of our property. PET-FRIENDLY HOME: Our home is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along on your vacation. They'll love exploring the spacious backyard and relaxing on the comfy patio. Please note that there is a fee of $100 for the first two pets that you bring with you. If you have more than two pets, there will be an additional charge of $50 for each pet after the first two. NO SMOKING INSIDE: Smoking is not allowed inside the home. Any evidence of smoking will result in odor removal and furniture cleaning fees. NO PARTIES/EVENTS: We ask that you treat our home as your own and refrain from hosting any parties or events. This helps us preserve the property's pristine condition for future guests and your own return visits. NO UNBOOKED/UNREGISTERED GUESTS: Please inform the owner or property manager if you have any unregistered visitors. Events or large gatherings on the property without prior written approval are not permitted and will be considered false pretense. This may result in the forfeit of advance payment, deposit, and/or rental money, and the party may not be permitted to check in or may be required to leave the property. DAILY HOUSEKEEPING SERVICE: While linens and bath towels are provided, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. However, it is available for an additional fee. Please inquire about this service if you are interested. NO FIREWORKS, FIREARMS: For safety reasons, fireworks and firearms are not allowed on the property. Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to hosting you at our property!