Family-friendly vacation rentals in San Joaquin River

Lazy Private Cottage

Cozy, private guesthouse in a petite westernesque town. You'll have own kitchen, hammock, 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed (xs), WiFi, TV/Netflix, AC, own separate entry, and optional cot-bed for a 4th guest. The cottage is well equipped, clean, newly built and is in a quiet area for a great night's rest. Visit wineries, surrounding historic towns, Shaver Lake, Yosemite. Located at the center of California, it's an ideal place for your continued travels towards National Parks, beaches, and larger cities.

Cozy garden hideaway in Historic Downtown area.

You'll find total privacy in our cozy cottage hideaway located in a shady garden courtyard. Off-street parking and lockbox access are provided for easy guest check in. We're centrally located in Merced's historic "Old Town" just a short walk from Downtown. Great restaurants, wine bars, movies, a playhouse and live entertainment venues are all there for your dining and relaxation pleasure. We are a non-smoking facility. NOTE: We follow recommended Covid-19 cleaning procedures at all times.

YOSEMITE SOUTH GATE RESORT

We share 10 acres of Coarsegold Creek w/wildlife galore. Yosemite entrance is a 54 min drive, 50 more min to the valley floor. Perfect stop for Mother Lode or Yosemite travel, central for travel throughout CA. Property, pool/hottub, is perfect retreat! Our studio is a separate space from main house, off back of garage (26’ x 8’, w/double bed, double futon, microwave, fridge, coffee, NEWLY ADDED private bathroom). Non smoking. Local travel tips/images at Tinyurl. com/ yosoresort IG @yosorentals

Manzanita Tiny Cabin

Escape to nature in our Manzanita Tiny Cabin. This is one of two tiny houses on our property. Enjoy the views and the stars on the peaceful 24 acres this cabin shares. Located 4.2 miles to Bass Lake, 23 miles to Yosemite South Gate Entrance (Mariposa Grove) or 90 minutes to Yosemite Valley. Amenities include stocked kitchen with Keurig, queen bed, sofa bed, and small sleeping loft w/queen mattress. The outdoor area is perfect for relaxing, stargazing or playing the 6-hole disc golf course.

Cabin Getaway Near Yosemite!

Escape to The Knotty Hideaway, ranked a Top 6 Best Airbnb near Yosemite by MSN Travel! ✨ This listing is for the main level only — a 1 bed/1 bath retreat designed for couples or small groups. Cozy up by the fireplace, stargaze through the skylight from your king bed, or sip coffee on the deck overlooking forest views. 🌲 A stylish, intimate basecamp for your Yosemite adventure. Bringing more family or friends? Book the full 2 bed/2 bath cabin experience! airbnb.com/h/theknottyhideaway-yosemite

Beautiful Orchard House on the Farm- Jacuzzi/Pool

A very magical place we call home. Nestled in the middle of 20 acres of established walnut trees, lies your new favorite getaway! You can simply sit back and chill in the beautiful Orchard House or come outside and enjoy the patio/pool/barbecue/ fire pit and spa. One of the bedrooms listed is upstairs in a gaming tower, filled with entertainment options!! Also if you love animals as much as we do, you can help feed our furry and feathered friends .Either way....Prepare to fall in love!

Luna Loft

1 bedroom above garage with its own entrance. Sofa folds into a standard bed. 2-3 adults maximum. Heat/ Cool system. SMART TV, no cable. WIFI available; password is on the box behind the TV. Washer/dryer in unit. Kitchen has dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave. Dishes, pans/pots, linens provided. 2 miles from 99 Freeway & downtown dining/ entertainment. Only hours from San Francisco, Yosemite, or Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. PLEASE, due to family health concerns, no animals in the unit.

The Cottage at The A Bar

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish cottage nestled in the middle of an almond orchard on a private road. Collect fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast paired with fresh fruits and vegetables from the garden! Spend a peaceful evening sipping a beverage on the porch or take a relaxing walk along the river. Geographically speaking, we like to say we are in between The Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

Adorable entire guest unit with free parking

This unique place has a style all its own. This calm and cozy single unit suit is located in a beautiful brand new community close to UC Merced (about 3.6 miles), Merced College ( about 2.5 miles), Mercy Medical Center ( about 2.4 miles) and several shopping malls. Home is about an hour and half drive from Yosemite. A few local points of interest include Knights Ferry covered bridge, and Fresno County blossom trail and panorama trail.

Andrea's & Tom's Place-The Roost

This 320 square foot efficiency container is a stand alone unit in the backyard. It is private with it's own entrance and comes complete with a full-service kitchen, bedroom area with a queen size bed, living area with 2 recliners, eating bar/workspace, bathroom with shower, washbasin, toilet and amenities & great atmosphere. It is located 9 miles east of Old Town Clovis. There is a Roku tv with. Internet is provided, thru Xfinity.

Sierra Foothills River Retreat

Enjoy a private guest suite on the Mokelumne river with no cleaning fees and a hassle free stay. Fall asleep to the sound of the river. Sit on 1 of 3 decks to enjoy the scenic views and watch the wildlife. Walk in the river, go fishing, pan for gold. The lower deck on the river has a hammock & 2 person swing. Visit Silver lake, Kirkwood, Big Trees Nat. Park or Lake Tahoe. Go wine tasting, antiquing or hiking.

Pop Art + Guest Suite + on MTV - Merced

Enjoy this quiet and private guest suite with a dedicated entrance to yourself. Kitchenette is equipped with basics, including a microwave+, a one burner convection stove top, a full size refrigerator with ice maker, and a portable kitchen island on wheels with a butcher block. This mini-like apartment is located within a newly constructed neighborhood and is in close proximity to a private park/sports complex.