This airy light-filled room right off the back patio has a double bed. It is very quiet, private and inviting, with a view of the Sierra National Forest. There's an amazing compartmentalized private bathroom, complete with walk-in tiled shower with multiple heads -(and heated tile floor for those chilly mornings!) We serve a hot breakfast (with coffee/tea) each morning in the dining area. And we have a charger for your Tesla or other electric vehicle! A spacious home with 2 available bedroom units, each with its own private bath, just 2 miles from the South Gate to Yosemite National Park -- delightful, architecturally-designed spaces. Setting is just off main highway to Park and adjacent to Sierra National Forest. Our house grew from a simple wood frame cabin (circa 1946) to a spacious mountain retreat on 3 levels - a mixture of contemporary classic with 'tones' of yesteryear. Our residence is spacious, has lots of light, lovely outdoor spaces -- patio, balcony on the 'national forest' side of the house, and additional patio and hammock in the front yard. There is a shared family room, with TV/DVD and lots of guidebooks - with information about surrounding places of interest. Our desire is to have your experience be warm and inviting - and for you to feel that you are a welcome guest/traveler. In addition to The Sentinel Dome Room -- actually a suite -- a spacious bedroom and the private bath with double sinks/vanity area and separate walk-in shower -- guests will have breakfast in the family dining room, and will also have use of the common area on the main floor, complete with TV/DVD (and internet for your laptop) and books/pamphlets/information about Yosemite and surrounding area. There is parking at our front driveway -- we face Highway 41- the South entrance to Yosemite National Park --and the gate is ~ 2 miles from our driveway. As experienced hikers, Ron and Bette are both avid "Yosemite Lovers" and are quite knowledgeable about the Park and surrounding areas. We can provide lots of ideas and information about places nearby -- including some 'off the beaten track' options to enjoy! Our place is just outside the Southern gate entrance to Yosemite National Park, adjacent to the Sierra National Forest. At 5,000 foot elevation, you enjoy fresh mountain air, fresh breezes, sunny days and cool evenings. Close by are horseback riding/stables, narrow gauge railroad and museum, hidden waterfall, trails, fishing stream, and nearby local day spa facilities. Restaurants/small grocery store within 1 mile. Best access to the surrounding area is by private car. Once within Yosemite Valley, you can park your car and use the free shuttle to many local sites and trails. Alternately, you can book a ride on YARTS (Yosemite Area Rapid Transit System) \ which passes right by our place morning and afternoon -- if you are unable to secure a entrance reservation for Yosemite, it's a great alternative to driving and very convenient -- you can book online. Fish Camp is just outside Yosemite National Park's southern entrance surrounded by Sierra National Forest - located at 5,000 ft. elevation -- which means cool summer mornings and evenings and lovely daytime temps. 10 miles south is Bass Lake -- with fishing, boating, swimming - 2 miles from horseback riding, and short hikes to waterfalls, etc. 2 miles from South Gate of Yosemite 3+ miles to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias (most massive trees in the world!) 12 miles south is Oakhurst - shops, grocery stores, antique shops, art galleries 6 miles to Yosemite's village of Wawona - horseback riding, stagecoach rides, golfing, dining, pioneer history center MANY restaurant options within a few miles - some within a mile -- we have menus of most locations. There is limited bus service from Fresno International Airport to Fish Camp. But best option - and the one with most flexibility - is driving your own vehicle. There is a bus service (YARTS) from nearby in Fish Camp to Yosemite Valley for those who choose not to drive, but having your own transportation will provide more flexibility. Fish Camp is at 5,000' elevation -- which means it has 'seasons' -- mornings and evenings are cool - mid 40's to 50's - even in the summertime - mid day is delightful (70's) - ALWAYS bring a jacket and prepare to dress in layers. Fall and Spring are cool (and beautiful, too!) -- In the late fall, winter and early spring, be prepared for showers and -- snow! If you travel in winter, you are advised to carry tire chains or have 4-wheel drive. The National Park is strict about chain control if snow is forecast.