Henness House

Love Yosemite! Vacation Rentals presents Henness House — a spacious, inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering breathtaking views of Yosemite's mountains in the highly sought-after mountain community of Yosemite West. This generous 2,600 square foot retreat comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests and includes a guaranteed reservation to Yosemite National Park — perfect for hassle-free entry!

Some key features of this mountain gem include:
• Starlink internet with high-speed WiFi
• Level 2 Tesla EV charger
• Home equipped with AC (Rare in the Yosemite area!)
• Premium furnishings, finishes, and thoughtfully selected supplies throughout the home
• Private setting with beautiful, unobstructed ridge-to-ridge mountain views
• 65-inch OLED Smart TV with Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ subscriptions included
• Nintendo Switch console with family-friendly party games
• Foosball table and wall games for all-ages entertainment
• Outdoor BBQ grill
• Washer and dryer
• Spacious terrace perfect for enjoying sunset views
• Dedicated desk/workspace for remote work

Two bedrooms feature California King beds while the third offers three twins and one queen in a bunk configuration. All beds are finished with exceptionally comfortable Tuft & Needle mattresses and Coop pillows. For larger groups, an equally comfortable queen sleeper sofa is ready in the downstairs den.

The bathrooms are designed with all guests in mind, offering shower/tubs with seating benches and hooks for the whole group's towels.

Conveniently located inside the park area — with immediate access to Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point, Tunnel View, Badger Pass Ski Area, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.

Bedding/Bathroom Configuration:

Main Level
• Master Bedroom: One California King Bed (Sleeps 2)
• Bathroom #1: Full bathroom located adjacent to the bedroom (common access)
Upper Level
• Bedroom #2: One California King Bed (Sleeps 2) with ensuite Yoga Room
• Bathroom #2: Full bathroom located adjacent to Bedroom #2
• Bedroom #3 (Bunk Room): One Queen Bed + Three Twin Beds* (Sleeps 5)
Lower Level
• Game Room: One Queen Pullout Sofa (Sleeps 1–2)
All beds feature Tuft & Needle mattresses and Coop pillows for exceptional comfort.

*Kindly note that due to Worker's Comp restrictions, the top bunks will not be made by housekeeping prior to arrival, but fresh bedding/sheets/pillows are absolutely provided!

Yosemite West is located above 6000 feet in elevation, which means there is a very good chance of seeing snow in the winter and spring months. You will need to bring a 4x4 vehicle and tire chains (legally required by CHP) during these time periods.

Maximum of 10 guests regardless of age. Please include infants in the total. The max occupancy is tied directly to the rental permit of this property and cannot be exceeded, otherwise we are forced to evict per county law.

Rental Agreement: Immediately after booking, the rental agreement displayed at checkout will be sent to you via text and email for E-signing. Kindly E-sign this within 48 hours to finalize your reservation. You will also need to upload a photo of the ID associated with the credit card on file. This is solely for fraud protection purposes. E-signing allows you to go straight to the property upon your arrival, instead of coming to our office to sign and get a key!

Welcome Guide: One week prior to arrival, a digital welcome book will be sent via text message. For the protection of our guests, the guidebook will not be given out to anyone except the person who booked the property. The guidebook will have your special door code, address, local recommendations, and much more great info to help you prepare for your trip!

Access to Yosemite and Nearby Attractions: Yosemite National Park, like many others across the United States, has implemented a reservation system in recent years to manage visitor numbers effectively. Since this home is located INSIDE Yosemite National Park, you will NOT NEED a separate entrance reservation, only proof of your lodging reservation (please see official park website for details). We highly recommend that visitors planning a trip to Yosemite stay informed by regularly checking the National Parks websites and affiliated sources for any updates regarding the reservation system. While we strive to provide our guests with an exceptional experience, it's important to note that access to Yosemite or nearby attractions cannot be guaranteed, especially during peak seasons. By staying informed and flexible, visitors can better navigate their travel plans and make the most out of their trip to this beautiful region.

Kitchen: Henness House comes with a well-stocked kitchen featuring a full set of high-end cookware, conical burr coffee grinder, coffee maker, blender, and more! Our housekeeping team provides salt, pepper, and a can of cooking spray for your use. Occasionally, previous guests leave behind items such as spices, aluminum foil, or ziplock bags. You're welcome to use any of these, but please note that our team does not check for or restock them, so we can't guarantee what will be available. If these items are crucial to the success of your vacation, we recommend bringing them along to ensure you have everything you need. We try to clearly state this in the listing so there are no surprises.

Linens: Did you know that our vacation homes are among the few in the Yosemite area to feature professionally laundered linens? For every reservation, all linens are cleaned in commercial-grade washers using hypoallergenic detergent that's stronger and more effective than typical residential options. They're then pressed at 300°F—nearly twice as hot as a standard home dryer—to ensure the highest level of cleanliness and freshness. It's an extra step we take to provide a truly clean, comfortable, and welcoming stay.

*Bunkbeds: Please note that due to California Worker's Compensation restrictions, housekeeping will not be able to make the top bunk prior to arrival. Fresh sheets, bedding, and pillows are absolutely provided for it though!

Fireplaces/Firepits: No open wood-burning fire pits, bonfires, or campfires are permitted at short-term rentals. Charcoal grills of any type are strictly prohibited. Guests shall not bring any personal grills, barbeques, or other outdoor cooking apparatuses to the short-term rental; only those grills, barbeques, or other outdoor cooking apparatuses provided with the short-term rental are permitted to be used as installed and in the location installed.

No Pets: We love animals but unfortunately, this home is not pet-friendly. This helps us protect guests with allergies. If you're traveling with a furry friend, let us know — we'll be happy to recommend one of our pet-friendly Love Yosemite! properties nearby.

Parking: There is enough parking for 3 cars at this property. We appreciate you not exceeding the maximum parking limit. Many of the local roads are privately owned and privately maintained. Please be mindful to obey speed laws and drive slowly in residential neighborhoods!

Insurance: Travel Insurance is provided as an option during the checkout process. Please note that as hosts, we cannot protect your trip from flight delays, illnesses, weather, job loss, or other circumstances that may prevent you from making your trip. We truly wish we could! We STRONGLY suggest purchasing some type of Travel Insurance so that you may protect your vacation investment from unforeseen circumstances that may prevent you from making your trip. It's a nominal cost that can absolutely pay off!

Mail: Due to locked neighborhood mailboxes, we ask you not mail anything to the property. You are most welcome to mail items to our office (Love Yosemite! Vacation Rentals) in Oakhurst. Please reach out to us to make arrangements.

Pests: Please note that this property is nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, offering a wonderful connection to nature. While we take regular preventive measures, including professional pest control, occasional visits from local wildlife—such as ants, spiders, insects, mice, or cobwebs—can occur. If you notice any of these during your stay, please let us know so we can promptly address them and ensure your comfort.

Neighbors: Please do not trespass on the neighboring properties. We appreciate you respecting the local neighborhood!

Maintenance: In case of emergency - Management and Management's representatives and agents have the right to enter the premises, after making reasonable attempts to contact tenants, to make any necessary repairs to maintain the health and safety of the tenants or the property.

No Smoking: The Smoke Remediation Fee will be a minimum of $500 for smoking in the house and could be higher depending on the extent of the damage.

Quiet Hours: Quiet Hours are from 10PM to 8AM everyday. This is a quiet, mountain area so limiting noise during these hours would be appreciated by the locals who call our area home.

Lost items or left items: Management assumes no responsibility for lost, stolen or abandoned items. Reasonable effort will be made to contact the Guest for return. There will be a $35.00 handling charge PLUS shipping costs for any found items returned at Guest's request. Management shall not be held liable for the condition of said items. Any items not claimed for longer than 30 days may be donated or sold.

Simple Checkout Instructions: We understand checking out can be stressful and hectic, so we have implemented some of the easiest checkout procedures in our industry.

1. No need to start any laundry, we'll handle it all off site with our professional linen company.
2. If you could start the dishwasher, that would be very helpful.
3. Place all garbage in the bear proof dumpster located in the driveway, and secure lid.
4. PLEASE return any furniture you may have moved during your stay (especially outdoor chairs).
5. Most importantly, please note our checkout time is 11am, not 10am like over 80% of vacation homes in our area! Our housekeeping team runs on caffeine and tight schedules, so they sure do appreciate you leaving on time!
6. Lastly, don't forget to get a photo with your family and friends before leaving!