Fireplaces, River, Views, Hot Tub, Spa Bath

Entire home in Mariposa, California

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Natalie
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

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1-hour drive to Yosemite National Park

This home is near the national park.

Your very own spa

Relax with the outdoor shower and jacuzzi.
Copper Lodge is a 12-acre modern rustic retreat, with private river access and multiple indoor/outdoor spaces to help immerse you in nature and make special memories with the people you love. It's a comfortable place to get away for fun, (or work-from-anywhere, with fast Starlink internet). Yosemite NP is about an hour away, via 2 entrances, with year-round activities for all activity levels. Many of our guests tell us they wished they’d had more time to just unplug, right here on the property.

The space
TOP AMENITIES AT COPPER LODGE

-- Hot Tub – Relax and unwind after a day of exploring.

-- Scenic Views & Privacy – 21-acre secluded property with starry nights and nature watching.

-- Spa Bathroom – Modern luxury for ultimate comfort.

-- Fireplaces & Open Plan Indoor Living – Warm up indoors with a wood-burning fireplace.

-- Outdoor Living Space – Fireplace, comfortable couches, and breathtaking views.

-- Kid-Friendly Playground and Indoor /Outdoor Games – Safe and welcoming for children.

-- Cooking & Dining – Propane BBQ provided (propane included).

-- Free Firewood for Winter Use – Stay cozy during cooler months.

-- River Access – Swim or wade in your private section of the river.

-- Wildlife & Hiking Trail – Explore the property and surrounding trails.

-- Accessible by 2WD Vehicle – Dirt road is maintained and drivable year-round.

-- High-Speed Internet – Stay connected for work or entertainment.

HOUSE OVERVIEW

-- Bedrooms & Bathrooms: 2-bedroom, 2-bath house; sleeps 6 comfortably with king in primary, queen in secondary, and queen sofa bed in living room.

-- Built & Renovated: Built in the early 1990s, fully renovated and meticulously maintained in 2023.

-- Open Floor Plan: Living room flows into kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, butcher block dining table (seats 6).

-- Fully Equipped Kitchen: All appliances and tools provided, plus coffee setup, cocktail tools, blender, and extensive glassware.

-- Laundry: Washer, dryer, detergent, and dryer sheets provided.

-- Living Area: Two comfy couches, 50” smart TV hidden behind art, and indoor fireplace (wood provided).

-- Bathrooms: Primary en suite with double vanity, frameless glass shower with rainfall and handheld showerheads, clawfoot tub, toilet, and essentials. Secondary bath has double vanity, frameless glass shower, and toilet.

-- Light & Comfort: Windows and glass doors on all sides; bedrooms with blackout blinds; air conditioning and central heating.

-- Outdoor Spaces: Covered dining area (seats 8) and covered outdoor living area (converted barn) with wood stove, couches, seating for 8.

-- Games & Entertainment: Ping-pong, corn hole, bocce.

-- Connectivity: Fast Starlink Wi-Fi throughout, including dedicated office space with extender.

-- Hot Tub: 6-person, towels and beverage glasses provided.

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

-- Location & Privacy: Copper Lodge sits on 12 private acres above the West Fork of the Chowchilla River canyon.

-- River Access: A quarter mile of the Chowchilla river runs through the property, reachable via a dirt trail that descends ~200’ to the canyon floor.

Guest access
The whole property is yours to roam as you wish. Use our place as a base camp for exploring Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County, or simply settle in and retreat here. You'll find everything you need to have the best time hanging out with family or friends, getting your work done, and just relaxing.

One of the highlights of our property is our river, which is accessed by a well-marked trail that's perfect for taking a morning or evening stroll on. If you venture there and go a bit further downstream, you can find lots of swimming holes and waterfalls to splash and swim in. (Please note: depending on the year, the river typically runs from October to July or August. Even when dry, the river canyon is still a fun place to explore.)

Other things to note
WILDLIFE
As in any mountainous setting close to Yosemite NP, wild animals could pass through the property. Be prepared to see deer, rabbits, squirrels and birds. Occasionally, there may be coyotes. Rarely, snakes, bears and bobcats can pass through, but they tend to avoid humans.

THE RIVER
The Chowchilla river that runs through the property is a seasonal river. It usually flows from October to July or August, depending on annual snowpack and rainfall, though it may run all year. To be sure to experience the river flowing during your visit, plan to come before the end of May. Peak time to enjoy the river––when it’s warm enough to sunbathe and swim, is mid April to mid-June.

WILDFIRE
Outdoor fires will typically be allowed from November-May, and only in a designated wood burning stove. We provide firewood for our guests free of charge. Burn restrictions can be in effect throughout the year.

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Where you’ll be

Mariposa, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

--Lodge is located at the very end of a well-maintained dirt road (no 4x4 wheel drive is typically needed, even in winter.) You'll have 100% end-of-the-road privacy and peace and quiet to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. A hike out of the front door will take you to beautiful scenery–either to the 1/4 mile of river that runs through the property, or just around the neighborhood where you’ll see the mountain vistas leading to Yosemite.

--The Lodge is in a very safe neighborhood. Please note that it is a rural neighborhood and there are no street lights. The house has outside lighting, but it will be dark at night, which is perfect for star gazing.

--10 minute drive to the groceries, shopping, museums, bars, restaurants and live music of charming downtown Mariposa, which has retained the small town charm of a bygone era. You won’t see strip malls or chain stores, and it remains one of a handful of California mountain towns without a stop light.

--30 minutes away to the larger stores and more hustle and bustle in the neighboring mountain town of Oakhurst. --Conveniently located between two entrances into Yosemite National Park – the middle arch rock entrance and the south gate, which puts Yosemite valley and the Mariposa grove of giant sequoias each about an hour’s drive away. You can get to valley quickly via the Arch Rock entrance, or head to the giant sequoias, Glacier point and Badger pass skiing area, via the south entrance.

--Mariposa County isn't just the home of Yosemite. It's also home to amazing scenery, a wealth of outdoor attractions, and historic, gold rush towns. Copper Cabin is located off historic Highway 49, where charming mining towns dot the Gold Rush Trail route, surrounded by the panoramic vistas and bubbling streams of the western Sierra Nevada foothills. It’s 35 minutes from Lake McClure and Bass lake, and 20 minutes from the Briceburg Merced River recreation area where visitors can swim, raft, float and pan for gold in summer months.

--Mariposa is beautiful in every season. During the summer, the weather is dry and hot. Fall and spring are wonderfully mild, with daytime temps in the 70s and 80s, and nighttime temps falling into the 50s. Rain is a likely event. Every winter, we typically receive several inches of snow on several occasions, which melts away within a day or so. Note: If you do plan to visit in winter, (which we highly recommend as the park and the surrounding county is stunning at that time of year), check the weather forecast and make plans accordingly. If we're receiving 2" of snow at our elevation of 2400', Yosemite will be receiving a lot more, and chain restrictions will likely be in effect. ALWAYS carry chains with you in fall/winter.

Meet your host

Superhost
634 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
My work: Natalie is in marketing communications; Jon runs a design-build business.
Speaks English
Hi there! My husband Jon and I look forward to welcoming you to our properties and doing everything we can to make your stay comfortable and easy––through our physical spaces and the concierge-level of service we strive to provide. We know how precious vacation time is and we want to help you make the most of it. A bit about us. I grew up in England, and moved to California for art school in my early twenties, after spending time on the east coast. I’m now in marketing. Jon is a third-generation Californian and runs a design-build business. He also designs, builds and maintains our properties. We live full time in Mariposa, so we're never far away when our guests have issues, and we divide our time between the San Francisco bay area and Mariposa. When we’re not working, we enjoy traveling around the U.S. and internationally, and use AirBnB as much as we can. We also love being out in nature and get away to camp and backpack frequently. Yosemite is one of our favorite places in the world and we’re passionate about sharing our knowledge, appreciation and love for the park and surrounding areas. We try to put ourselves in the shoes of our guests and be thoughtful about our home environments and setting them up well. Some of our most cherished times have been spent at both properties–from gatherings with friends and family, to quiet, romantic weekends, with just the two of us. Please don’t hesitate to message me at any time if you have any questions. We look forward to having the pleasure of meeting you and helping you enjoy your time in Mariposa and Yosemite as much as we do!

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Cancellation policy
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Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
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Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water

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