Dunning's Retreat is a private and secluded, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that sleeps up to six guests. The fully equipped kitchen has all cooking and dining essentials, including a dishwasher. The living room has a fireplace (wood provided in season), satellite TV, and WiFi. There is also a laundry room with a washer and dryer and an in-room A/C. Outside on the deck, you will find several sitting areas with chairs and lounges, picnic tables & benches, and a gas BBQ.
2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 6 - Single-Level - 1,044 Sq. Ft. - 874 Sq. Ft. Deck
No pets allowed. This cabin does not have air conditioning. An EV charging station is available at the Main Office.
About the Area
Nestled just 4 miles inside the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is the charming and historic town of Wawona. Located at the base of Chilnualna Falls (the second-highest vertical-drop waterfall in Yosemite), and home to the principal trailheads into the southern Yosemite wilderness, Wawona is also the closest town to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
Wawona has the feel of a small town but is bustling with activity! Over 160 residents, including Yosemite Park employees, live in Wawona and can be seen gathering at the town's community center, playing a pickup game of basketball at the elementary school, jogging on one of the many picturesque trails, or simply walking their dogs and baby strollers through the winding residential streets. The historic Wawona Swinging Bridge boasts the best natural water slide in the Park! The history village is filled with docents, stagecoach rides, horseback rides, and barn dances in the summer season, and the Wawona Meadow Loop offers year-round riparian meadow wildlife viewing.
Wawona was known to the local Native American Miwok as Pallachun (a good place to stay). It is located entirely within Yosemite National Park (it preceded the founding of the park as a national recreation area) and is located on the South Fork of the wild and scenic Merced River, on the main highway (State Route 41) from Fresno to Yosemite Valley.
Galen Clark, who helped gain preservation legislation for Mariposa Grove and what later became part of Yosemite National Park, occupied the Wawona area in 1855 and established a tourist rest and modest ranch, which he later sold and made into a hotel and resort property (the Wawona Hotel). The Wawona post office was established in 1878 and was originally called Clark's Station.
The Redwoods in Yosemite has over 110 vacation rental homes and is proud to say that all of them are located in Wawona. All are within walking distance of everything that Wawona has to offer, and every one of them is surrounded by the majesty of Yosemite National Park!
You can get extra towels as you need them from the front desk. Go downstairs through the door and you will see shelves on the left with clean towels.
Where can I check Road Conditions?
Inside the park, your best resource for road conditions information is by calling 209/372-0200 (press 1 then 1) for the most up-to-date conditions or by visiting this web page: https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
How fast is the Wifi?
All of our cabins provide WIFI. A password is required on all networks. There is also a Wi-Fi hotspot located in our office. If our office is closed, you are more than welcome to sit outside and use it. For more info on the speed and the connectivity of our connection please visit this page: https://redwoodsinyosemite.com/internet-and-data/
Are there restaurants nearby?
The nearest restaurant is in Fish Camp at Tenaya Lodge, a 10-15 min. drive.There are restaurants in Yosemite Valley (North), a 45-minute drive, and Oakhurst (South), a 30-minute drive
Where is the nearest gas station?
There are only three gas stations located inside Yosemite National Park. One is approximately 2 miles from our office, another is in Crane Flat, and the third is in Tuolumne Meadows. We recommend getting gas in Oakhurst because it is less expensive than in the park. The Wawona gas station is located by the Post Office and Wawona General Store on Forest Dr and Highway 41..
Where can I go swimming?
Swinging Bridge, At the end of River Road and across from the school.
Where are EV stations?
At The Redwoods, we have two Chargepoint Level 2 chargers with J1772 plugs at our central office on 8038 Chilnualna Falls Road in Wawona. Besides The Redwoods charger, there are multiple Rivian chargers at the Wawona General Store. Certain Redwoods cabins also have chargers. We recommend bringing a EV charging adaptor..
Can I burn outdoors, pitch a tent, or camp outside?
NO
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Guest Reviews
(30A) Dunning's Retreat
Guest Review
by Wayne
5/5
I was very impressed, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our cabin (30a, Dunnings Retreat), which had plenty of room and enabled us to properly relax after a few long hikes whilst we stayed with you. We would recommend it to others.
Guest Review
by Michelle
5/5
Beautiful setting. The cabin was perfect and comfortable. The community is lovely. The propert management is fantastic. We loved it and would highly recommend!
Guest Review
by Judy
5/5
We enjoyed our stay at your cozy cabin. It was vary nice vacation for our family.
Guest Review
by Russ
5/5
A very clean and charming cabin. The location was perfect, and the staff was fantastic.
Guest Review
by Andrea
5/5
The location was excellent and we could see all the sites we wanted to sese fairly easily. The cabin was rustic, but cleand and we enjoyed the fireplace since it got quite cool at night. The kitchen was well stocked.
Guest Review
by Linda
5/5
Beautiful location in Yosemite. Nice property. Within walking distance to small market. Reminded us of family cottage so felt right at home. Comfortable furniture and nicely outfitted kitchen. Enjoyed our stay.
Guest Review
by Anna
5/5
Absolutely loved the cabin. Felt like home the minute we walked in. Reminded us of the family lake cottage minus the lake of course. Missed seeing wildlife but I know that varies. Wonderful place. Highly recommend!
Guest Review
by Hani
5/5
We loved our stay in the cabin. It was very clean and comfortable. It is close to the south entrance where the Mariposa Grove is located.
45 minute drive to the valley floor which is stunning.
Guest Review
by Frank
5/5
We loved our stay in the cabin. It was very clean and comfortable. It is close to the south entrance and a 45-minute drive to the Valley floor.
Guest Review
by Julie
5/5
Really enjoyed staying at this property.
It has a well-stocked kitchen with supplies. Beautiful deck to sit on. Super Comfortable!
Guest Review
by Patrick
5/5
We enjoyed ourselves at Dunnings Retreat! Check in and check out was very simple, even though we arrived after the check in time. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and utensils. Thank you for having us!
Guest Review
by Sammy
5/5
This was the perfect little cabin to stay in during our visit to Yosemite National Park. It was convenient that it was inside the park and we did not have to make driving reservations. It was a great place to come back to and relax after a long day on the trails!
Guest Review
by Maggie
5/5
Great cabin in the woods, nice and clean and we had everything we needed. The staff is pleasant.
Guest Review
by Patricia
5/5
The property was as adviertised. Perfect place to relax after a long day of hiking.First night went out to the grill and noticed that the propany tank was empty called the maintenance line and to my surprise the maintenace person answered the phone and within 10 minutes he brought us a full tank. Keep in mind that this was around 8.00 PM. The drive to Yosemite village was a longer drive then expected. There are lots of hikes in the town of Wawona and two small markets that carried everything we forgot to bring. The cabin was just perfect for out needs.
Guest Review
by Kari
5/5
The cabin was fantastic with comfortable beds. Also, the cookware appeared to be brand new and was better stocked than my own house, which was great. Wifi and smart TV were great.
Guest Review
by Wendy
5/5
We fell in love with Dunnings Retreat it was so clean and comfortable. Cooking our meals on the deck and star glazing in the evenly was wonderful. Thank you.
Guest Review
by David
5/5
Our stay exceeded our expectations. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay!
Guest Review
by Kim
5/5
Our stay exceeded our expectations. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay!
Guest Review
by Kaleem
5/5
I had a great experience staying at the Dunning Retreat cabin for 2 nights in early July with 2 other members of my family! The cabin was spacious and had great amenities and service. The kitchen was well-stocked with cutlery, toaster, and dishes. So we cooked and ate breakfast each day of our stay. The bathrooms came with soap and enough towels. We loved the vibe and interior decor. The quiet ambiance provided a great escape from the city. The interior is mostly made of wood and felt warm and welcoming. The mornings are especially magical when the sunlight passes through the cabin. All of the rooms came with fans. The living room and one of the two bedrooms had air-conditioning. We did not have any cell phone signal in this area and appreciated that the cabin came with a landline. When we called the staff with a question, they called right back in about 10 minutes. There were several board games and a stereo system available in the cabin. Although we didn't use the board games or stereo, we made use of the WiFi to stream a movie and watch it on the television. The location is a 20-minute drive from the popular Mariposa and Grizzly loop trails, a 5-minute drive from the Wawona hotel dining room, a 1-minute drive from a grocery shop, and a 60-minute drive from the Yosemite valley (where you'll find several hikes and named peaks like Half Dome and El Capitan). I would highly recommend this cabin 5/5 for a stay with friends or family.
Guest Review
by Curtis
5/5
It was a great area. Well shaded and pretty. Also pretty quiet.
Guest Review
by Mary
5/5
Lovely place to stay and so clean and confortable. We would rent the cabin again.
Guest Review
by Vicki
5/5
My family stayed for 3 nights in this lovely cabin inside Yosemite national park. This is a lovely cabin, plenty of space for us 46very clean, well-stocked with all the basic pots, pans, and cooking. It was nice to have a washer and dryer after playing in the snow all day. The fireplace was a great way to relax after dinner and playing games. We would differently stay here again.
Guest Review
by Shaney
5/5
This was a perfect cabin for our family of 6. The cabinwas clean and confortable, great firepalce. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend,
Guest Review
by Aashu
5/5
We had a great stay in your clean, comfortable, and cozy cabin. We enjoyed the fireplace and the deck was very nice. Thank you
Enjoyed our stay!
by Donna
5/5
We loved Dunnings Retreat and the location was perfect for our family. The cabin was clean and cozy we would book again.
Loved our Stay!
by Robby
5/5
We loved our stay and would highly recommend to our family and friends.
Home away from home
by Zhang's
5/5
First site of the cabin was amazing. The deck is all around the house. The tables and seating's on the deck was awesome. The inside of the cabin was very homey-home away from home. Everything we needed for our 3 day stay-besides food- was provided. The fireplace kept the entire cabin very warm- loved it. Everything about our stay was amazing- love the privacy. Definitely will need to come back again. Thank you for making our stay/experience so wonderful. Date of Stay: November 2017
Magnificent Place
by South Africa
5/5
All the way from sunny South Africa. We had a wonderful few days in this magnificent place. Great accommodation! We felt at home, having a barbecue after a long day of exploring. Thank you so much! Date of Stay: October 2017
Enjoyed every minute!
by Susan
4/5
What a truly stunning area this is. We enjoyed every minute of our stay, wish we could stay longer! Rafting, Horse riding, walking, swimming in the refreshing river daily. Experiences we will never forget. Also, "The Redwoods" is such a unique place to stay, away from the hustle and bustle of the Valley. So "Thank You" for letting us stay in your lovely cabin. It had everything we needed and more! Date of stay: July 2017
Amazing place
by Ramon
4/5
Thank you very much. We had a lovely time and enjoyed the holiday. What an amazing place! We hope to be back soon. Date of stay: July 2017
Very Welcoming
by Caire
4/5
This cabin was very nice, with a very cozy living room. It seemed very welcoming, especially when we played chess in front of the fire. I also liked the surrounding area near the market (where we could walk to get candy bars) and still nice and quiet. It was a really nice place to explore. Date of stay: September 2017
Cozy Cabin
by Susan
Thanks so much for the nice stay. This cabin was really cozy and definitely helped make this trip one of the Best! Date of stay: February 2017
Beautiful and Peaceful!
by Shah
5/5
This cabin has everything we needed to be comfortable and peaceful. The facilities were all very providing and had an at home feel to it. Very fortunate to be in such an amazing place called Yosemite.
Date of stay: September 2017
Away from the crowds!
by Nguyen
5/5
We loved staying here far away form the madness of the crowds in the valley. We enjoyed hiking the Chilnualna Falls and walking to Swinging bridge. No place like home, we were very happy with your cabin.
Date of stay: July 2016
Wahoo!
by Dallas
4/5
we have had a great stay and have named a local deer, Blossom. The living room chairs were fought over everyday and the deck was perfect for family and eating and using the BBQ. The green binder helped a lot with what to do here in Wawona and Yosemite park.
Date of stay: June 2016
Our Stay Was Awesome
by San Diego and
4/5
Everything from the accommodations to the beautiful scenic views and hiking made our stay awesome. The trip has afforded us to see bears and mule deer. Water fall are a must as well as Glacier Point.
Date of stay: May 2016
Cozy Cabin!
by Frey and
4/5
We had a wonderful family vacation at this cozy and homey cabin here in historic Wawona. Dunning's Retreat proved to be a welcomed placed after long days of hiking and taking in the natural wonders of Yosemite.
Date of stay: April 2016
We will be back!
by Ritchie
5/5
We arrived in your cozy cabin after Christmas with our three boys to ring in the New Year. We have enjoyed awesome weather, games, fires and skiing on Badger Pass. We definitely need more time here!
Date of stay: December 2015
Awesome Experience
by Italy, Spain and
4/5
Lovely place where you feel one with nature. All the comforts of home in this cabin, but yet surrounded by wildlife and their beautiful habitat.
Date of stay:
September 2015
Magicial Atmosphere!
by The Davis
4/5
We were all delighted to stay in this lovely home as part of our California road trip. Great contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city. We hope to return as we are from England.
Date of stay: August 2015
A Great Find in the National Park
by Murphy
5/5
We had a wonderful stay in your comfortable cabin. A perfect find from our travel agent. We loved the swinging bridge and we conquered the strenuous hike to Chilnualna Falls.
Date of stay: August 2015
Love the quietness
by The Toth
5/5
Beautiful Park and beautiful cabin, we really enjoyed the solace here and the peaceful retreat. The activities of our stay were wonderful, but we cherished our return here in Wawona. Thank you.
Date of stay: June 2015
Wonderful Retreat
by The Whitson's
4/5
This cabin is comfortable and quiet. It has been fabulous to be inside the park to relax and unwind from daily stresses and getting a respite dose to God and nature. Thank you for the refreshing nights.
Date of stay: June 2015
Very cozy, Neat and Clean.
by Jayaraman
5/5
One of the best cabins we have stayed in, and a perfect place for the family to come back to after a day of sight seeing. This is a lovely cabin to enjoy each others company and rest. We would love to come back here again.
Date of stay: October 2014
A Peaceful Place
by McNally's and
4/5
We are from Vermont and Indiana and this cabin had everything we needed. We were so happy to have our own washer and dryer too. Our 5 lovely days were thoroughly enjoyed by all and we loved being in a cabin rather than a hotel. Thanks!
Date of stay: September 2014
Fantastic Holiday!
by The Vale
4/5
We are over from England and our stay has been superb. The weather, local sites and the wild life are fabulous. We have never seen such a place and we could not have had a better time. Thank you.
Date of stay: August 2014
Awesome Place
by S.
5/5
I am a travel person with memberships to so many parks, resorts, cabins etc. I have not stayed in an awesome place like this for a quite sometime. The cabin was so comfortable and clean. Staff was very helpful in providing straight forward information. I will surely recommend my friends to visit you.
Date of Stay: February 2015
Great Stay
by The McNally
5/5
Spent 5 lovely, peaceful days here. Much more enjoyable than staying in a hotel. The cabin had everything we needs - especially the washer/dryer! Thanks for the great stay. Date of Stay: September 2014
Loved the Cabin
by The Powers
5/5
Loved the Cabin! First time in Yosemite and the place made the trip. Had a great time hiking all the different trails. Hopefully we will be back soon. Good books too. Thanks Date of Stay: July 2014
Tranquil and Prefectly Suited
by The Ericson
5/5
We couldn't have asked for a better cabin to stay in during our visit to Yosemite National Park. It was great coming "home" after a long day hiking and sightseeing, to a cabin that was warm, cozy, comfortable, tranquil, and perfectly suited. Yosemite and Wawona was filled with absolutely amazing sights to see. The highlight of this trip (besides the wonderful cabin) was an unexpected surprise proposal from my boyfriend while watching the sunset at Glacier Point. Thank you for making this trip one we will remember for ever. Date of Stay: June 2014
Home Away From Home
by The Pakizer
4/5
We had an excellent time in your home. It felt like it was our home away from home and we really enjoyed BBQ and picnicking after long days of hiking in the area. We found everything that we needed including a very clean, well stocked cabin, & friendly staff all around. Our only wish is that we could stay longer. Thank you thank you thank you. Date of Stay: May 2014
Quiet Refuge
by The Walker
5/5
We've enjoyed out stay. We've made excellent use of the grill and picnic table on the deck. It's great to return after hiking and sightseeing to this quiet refuge and enjoy evening meals and uninterrupted conversations in the still night air. Date of Stay: April 2014
Loved This Cabin!
by The
5/5
This is a nice cabin complete with washer and dryer which really made our stay a lot more comfortable (not having to run down to the laundry mat and sit and wait) The area was quiet and very woodsy just like we wanted. The cabin is very comfortable with nice beds and lots of nice "woodsy" decorator touches. It was easy to find and had ample convenient parking. The ladies at the office were very helpful and efficient. We had no problems with reservations or checking in or out. It was all in all a very pleasant experience. We usually stay at Yosemite West but decided to try something new this time and were pleasantly surprised by "the Redwoods" we will be back again, hopefully when there is snow! thanks for the memories. Date of Stay: January 2014
Forever Memories
by Bushnell
5/5
Date of sty; July 1-4, 2013
We really enjoyed our stay in your lovely home! Very cozy, and comfortable! We were very pleased with our choice in your home. What a lovely area this is to enjoy Yosemite! We have had a terrific and memorable stay! Thank you!
We Loved it!
by Macdonald
5/5
We love your place! Very comfortable home-like feel. It was a great home-base to start our adventures throughout Yosemite National Park, and be in the awe of God's glorious creation. We would definitely come again and recommend this place to others. Thank you!
Date of stay: May 2013
Many Thanks!
by The Brown
4/5
Date of stay;May 10-16-2013
What a wonderful retreat your cabin has been for our family of five! The atmosphere was inviting, comfortable, and clean. Many thanks!
Perfect Place In Yosemite
by The
4/5
This home was the perfect place to stay while visiting Yosemite. Dishwasher, washer, and dryer...everything that we needed and all of the conveniences of home.
A Wonderful Weekend
by The
5/5
Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend. The weather was perfect and your beautiful house was the perfect place from which to enjoy this area. Your cabin is absolutely cozy and it is so nice to have so many beds and modern conveniences.
Loved Our Stay!
by The
4/5
We truly enjoyed our visit to Yosemite and our stay in your wonderful cabin. It was very comfortably furnished and the air conditioning was a godsend. Thank you so much.
Back to Nature.
by The
5/5
We had a great stay in your beautiful cabin. DSL WIFI and satellite TV with a VCR and DVD. Air conditioning , dishwasher, Washer and dryer, 42" flat screen tv. Ahhhh!! Back to nature.