Hilltop Haven, located in the town of Wawona, is a beautiful completely remodeled (April 2021) 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Gold-rated cabin that sleeps up to six guests. This cabin has central air conditioning and heating. 3 Bedrooms – 2 Bathrooms – Sleeps 6 – Two-Level – Gold Rated – Check-in time begins at 4 pm. Please visit our office at 8038 Chilnualna Falls Rd, Wawona, CA, 95389 to check in and receive keys. Instructions for late arrival are provided before arrival. We provide all the bedding and bath linens for your use during your stay. Linen exchange is available during office hours. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, glasses, pots, pans, knives, etc. We also provide bath soap, dish soap, dishwasher soap, toilet paper, tissue, coffee filters, and trash bags. Please bring food products or food-related items with you such as spices, salt, pepper, and sugar. You may also consider bringing paper towels, foil, Ziploc bags, etc. Firewood is provided during the season. Cribs & highchairs are available at $10.00 per item per reservation, with advance notice. Each home has a maximum occupancy limit which is determined by the County of Mariposa. Please do not ask us to exceed the posted limit for that cabin, as we are required to enforce the terms of our rental permit. Our cabins are close to world-famous landmarks: - 5 minutes (0.5 miles) from Chilnualna Falls, Swinging Bridge, and South Fork of the Merced River. - 15 minutes (6 miles) from Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. - 35 minutes (19 miles) from Badger Pass Ski Area. - 40 minutes (23 miles) from Bass Lake. - 45 minutes (24 miles) from Yosemite Valley (Yosemite Village, Half Dome, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, Nevada Falls, Vernal Falls). - 50 minutes (29 miles) from Glacier Point. Restaurants: - Wawona Lodge Dining Room – 5 min drive - Sierra Restaurant – 15 min drive - Jackalopes Bar and Grill – 15 min drive - Embers – 15 min drive - Timberloft Pizzeria – 15 min drive (seasonal) Golf: Yosemite's Wawona Lodge Golf Course was the first regulation course in the Sierra Nevada when it opened in 1918 and has provided golfers with challenging but rewarding rounds ever since. This course is only open in late spring until early fall and is located 5 min away from the cabin. Horseback Riding: Wawona Lodge Stable features easy trail rides ranging from two-hour rides to half-day rides located 5 min away from the cabin. Yosemite Trails Saddles and Sleigh Company offers traditional horseback riding in warmer months, while the frosty chill of winter brings the special treat of horse-drawn sleigh rides. Just 20 min drive from the cabin. Public Transportation: The free Yosemite Valley shuttle system provides convenient access around eastern Yosemite Valley, including stops at or near all overnight accommodations, stores, and major vistas. This shuttle operates all year from 7 am to 10 pm. Free El Capitan shuttle stops at El Capitan, Four Mile trailhead, and the Valley Visitor Center. This shuttle operates from mid-June through early October from 9 am to 7 pm. Bus service is available from Fresno to Wawona, as well as from Wawona to Yosemite Valley from mid-May to mid-September. Bus service is provided by YARTS. Closest Airports: Fresno International Airport (FAT) – 67 miles – 1h 30 min drive Merced Regional Airport (MacReady Field) – 86 miles – 1h 57 min drive Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – 287 miles – 4h 49 min drive San Francisco International Airport (SFO) – 214 miles – 4h drive Guest has access to the entire cabin, parking for three cars and private deck. On site office is open from 8 AM to 5 PM (Holiday office hours may vary). Maintenance is available until 10PM. Emergency (24 hr/day) contact information provided upon arrival. Yosemite GROCERIES: We have two convenience stores in the Wawona area. The Pine Tree Market is located on Chilnualna Falls Road and Wawona Market is located on Forest Drive. We recommend that you stop in the town of Oakhurst, the last major town you come to before you get to the park, to do any major grocery shopping. There is a Vons, Raley’s, CVS and Rite Aid. GAS: There are only three gas stations located inside Yosemite National Park. One is located approximately 2 miles from our office, another is located in Crane Flat, and the third one is in Tuolumne Meadows. We recommend you get gas in the town of Oakhurst considering it is less expensive than it is in park. WINTER CONDITIONS: Yosemite experiences all four seasons which bring occasional stormy weather and power outages. Winter driving conditions can exist from November to April, and you are required to carry tire chains during those months (even on 4-wheel drive vehicles). The dates can change depending on the weather. To find out what the current restrictions are, call Caltrans and inquire about HWY 41, or visit their website. You can buy chains at almost any auto parts store. We do not supply them. There will be no refunds due to inclement weather or power outages. LAUNDRY: Washers and dryers are available at our main office building, the machines are complementary, however, we do not provide detergent. There is detergent available for purchase at the local "Pine Tree" market.