Local Attractions

We are located near Yosemite National Park, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, the Sierra Scenic Byway, Bass Lake & so much more. 

Local Attraction & Resturants

The town of Oakhurst is located 8 miles to our south along Hwy 49. Oakhurst is full of amenities for your Yosemite vacation. Highway 41 is the southern route into Yosemite National Park and the fastest route to reach, the Mariposa Grove, Wawona or Glacier Point road.  
Grocery Stores:  Vons & Raleys Supermarket. If you dont have a “club card” for discount, you can use our number (559) 676-9953.
The Hitching Post is a family restaurant two minutes from us. 
 https://www.yelp.com/biz/hitching-post-ahwahnee
 
 

Bass Lake is a 20 minute drive from the Cottage.

Bass Lake is at its best between Memorial Day & Labor Day, after which water levels drop due to power generation and irrigation use. The lake is 4 miles long, 1/2 mile wide, and fairly shallow, so the water temperature typically run in the mid 70’s in the summer months. So its perfect for swimming, boating & family fun.  

It was named one of the Wests top 10 lakes in an issue of Sunset Magazine. 

Bass Lake was the stage for the 1940’s classic film, ” Leave her to Heaven” as well as the 1980’s comedy ” The Great Outdoors” staring John Candy & Dan Ackroyd, which can be found in our movie collections. 

 

Local Attraction and Restaurants

Casual order at the bar type eateries:

  • The Cool Bean Cafe – Coffee Shop, awesome coffee heading into the park on Hwy 41, Comfort food · Quick bite · Fast service
  • Mariscos Colima – Local fast-food chain offering Mexican street eats with house made salsa in laid-back surrounds. (locals burrito shop for to go burritos)
  • Pete’s Place – Greek:  Great breakfasts & fast service! Well-known destination dishing American- & Greek-style diner staples in unassuming digs.
  • Pizza Factory – (Oakhurst & Mariposa) Pizza:Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.
  • Hitching Post Sports Bar And Grill – ( Ahwahnee ) Closest restaurant to cottage– American: Breakfast, lunch & dinner, Happy hour food · Late-night food
  • North Fork BBQ  

Semi Nice/fancy/sit down, order at the table eateries:

  • South Gate Brewing Company – Brewery: Locals favorite, Comfy gastropub offering locally sourced bar bites & craft beers amid industrial-chic decor.
  • El Cid Mexican Cuisine -Mexican: Locals favorite, Casual cantina since 1989 with a large menu of homemade Mexican recipes, plus TVs & outdoor seating.
  • Taqueria Plazuelas-Mexican: Locals favorite, Comfort food · Small plates · Quick bite
  • Oakhurst Grill – American: Relaxed hotel restaurant with traditional Californian fare, plus a cocktail lounge with a fireplace.
  • Taste of China Restaurant – Comfort food · Quick bite · Casual
  • Duceys Resturant (Bass Lake)

Fancy, for that special night out eateries:

Local shopping, clothes, antiques & souvenirs: 

  • Oakhurst Giftworks:  Gift shop, 49027 Rd 426 – (559) 683-7845
  •  Steve’s Pet Shop:  Pet supply store- 49333 Rd 426 – (559) 683-5222
  • The Enchanted Florist and Whatnots:  Florist – 40368 CA-41 – (559) 683-5455
 
 Entertainment:  
Golden Chain Theatre: Founded in 1967, Golden Chain Theatre is a nonprofit community theatre located in Oakhurst California, 15 miles south of Yosemite National Park.  
Met Cinema – Movie Heroes:  40015 Hwy 49, Oakhurst, CA — (559) 683-3456 The Met Cinema is a Movie Heroes Membership Theater. Members watch unlimited movies.

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