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NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br>

El Portal cabin with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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El Portal, CA
  • Place, Merced River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, El Portal Market
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

El Portal

In El Portal .A stay at this cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Sierra National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Merced River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Yosemite National Park and El Portal Market.
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What's nearby

  • Merced River - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • El Portal Market - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Yosemite National Park - 14 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 19 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 23 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar Lodge Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br>

Historic Landmark Log Cabin located alongside the Merced River, 21 miles outside of Mariposa and 10 miles from the Arch Rock entrance of Yosemite National Park.
The space
Miner James D. Savage established a bona fide trading post just outside Yosemite Valley near El Portal back in 1849. These days, wonderfully rebooted, it serves as a unique vacation property, which is ideal for families, friends, and couples. The lovely Log Cabin is a cozy one-bedroom cabin ideal for honeymooners or those who want a romantic getaway— or for a writer finishing a book or memoir, actually. The spacious one-bedroom cabin sits right along a flowing river and includes a prominent living room, kitchen, dining area, Jacuzzi tub, and more. There is also a queen bed in the open space. The Log Cabin at Savages is designed for cozy comfort after a fun day in nature.

Note: We use Starlink for WiFi. Due to our remote location WiFi is not always reliable.
Other things to note
We allow pets for an additional charge:
$75 flat fee
If any damages are incurred during the stay we will request additional payment

Similar properties

Property grounds
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 4,119 reviews
$323 nightly
The price is $366
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
Yosemite View Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> to the airport?

This cabin is 25 mi (40-min drive) away from the Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> to the beach?

This cabin is 18.9 mi (35-min drive) from Cathedral Beach.

Does NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br>?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br>?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> to downtown El Portal?

This cabin is 5.8 mi away from El Portal.

NEW - Historic Landmark log cabin on Merced River<br> Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is close to Yosemite, which was convenient. The backyard patio was a beautiful spot right along the river. The only negatives were two unanswered questions asked of the host, and we had mice eating packaged food on the counter (also mouse poop on the counter, on the refrigerator, and around the hot tub). Even with the negatives, we would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Above and Beyond Expectations

Wonderful property on the Merced River flowing by your own backyard patio. Cozy decor reflecting the mountain lifestyle. Jessie, our host, was quick to respond to our questions and requests. We were celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary and this cabin made our experience memorable in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place. Poor communication.

The primary is delightful and exactly as advertised. However, the owner failed to give us the information we needed to access the property at check in. Very frustrating!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location just minutes from the park entrance.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas, Sugar Land

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED this property!! It is spacious and comfortable. We slept great here. We loved the patio space. It was convenient to the park entrance. I really dislike leaving any public negative comments and am very sad to say that the communication was not good on the front end which made me very nervous. However, once we arrived, it was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024