Mountain cabin surrounded by pine forest at golden hour

Oakhurst · Sierra Foothills · California

Tired of hotels that feel like nowhere?

Come home to the mountains. Smith Family Cabin is a private, rustic retreat where the only Wi-Fi is the one between you and the people you love — and the only alarm clock is the dawn chorus at sunrise.

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Private & Family-Owned Minutes from Yosemite

Cozy cabin interior with stone fireplace and rustic wood furnishings

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Dense pine forest along Road 222 near Oakhurst

Smith Family Cabin exterior nestled among tall pines

30+ Years hosting guests

222 Acres of forest nearby

Our Story

A place your family will want to return to — every single year.

Smith Family Cabin isn't a corporate property. It's a home. Built and tended by the Smith family for over three decades, this cabin sits quietly off Road 222, far enough from the main road that the only sounds are wind through pines and the occasional deer at dusk.

We opened our doors to travelers because we believe the best vacations aren't about checking off landmarks — they're about slowing down, breathing air that doesn't taste like exhaust, and remembering what it feels like to sit around a fire without looking at a screen.

Whether you're passing through on the way to Yosemite, escaping the valley heat, or simply need a weekend where nothing is expected of you except to be present, this is the place.

Family-run, always

Every guest is welcomed personally. No key lockboxes, no property managers — just real people who care.

Privacy & quiet

Set back from the road with neighboring cabins far enough away that you'll forget anyone else is nearby.

Mountain-grown comfort

Rustic doesn't mean rough. Clean linens, a well-equipped kitchen, and a stone fireplace that actually works.

The Cabin

Everything you need. Nothing you don't.

The cabin is designed for one thing: making room for what matters. Two bedrooms, a full kitchen, a living area with a wood-burning stove, and a deck that faces east so the first light of day finds you before you've decided to get up.

Two Bedrooms

A queen in the master and two twins in the second room — comfortably sleeps four, cozy for six. Fresh linens provided each stay.

Full Kitchen

All the cookware, a full-size refrigerator, stove, and oven. Bring your own coffee or grab fresh grounds from the local roaster down the road.

Stone Fireplace

The heart of the cabin. Firewood is supplied. All you have to do is strike a match and let the Sierra evenings unfold.

Private Deck

Overlooking the tree line with two chairs and a small table. Morning coffee out here is not something to rush.

Full Bathroom

Hot water, fresh towels, and basic amenities. No fancy resort toiletries — just clean, reliable, and ready.

Parking & Fire Pit

Free parking right by the cabin. A stone fire pit sits in the yard for evening gatherings under the stars.

Rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets and stone backsplash

Cozy bedroom with queen bed and mountain views

Smith Family Cabin at dusk with warm light glowing from windows

Surroundings

The best of the Sierra — right outside your door.

Yosemite National Park

Just a short drive from Oakhurst, the southern entrance to Yosemite opens up to waterfalls, granite domes, and ancient groves of giant sequoias. Mariposa Grove is closer than you'd expect.

Towering giant sequoia trees in a sunlit forest

Giant Sequoia Groves

Calaveras Big Trees and Yosemite's Mariposa Grove are both within easy reach. Walking among trees that have stood for a thousand years puts everything else into perspective.

Downtown Oakhurst street with mountain backdrop

Oakhurst Village

A genuine mountain town with a general store, coffee shop, restaurant, and a community that actually knows your name. It's what the Sierra foothills are all about.

We've been coming to this cabin for five years running. My kids ask if we can skip Christmas this year and just go straight to cabin season. That says more than any review ever could.

— A returning guest

Golden sunset over Sierra Nevada mountains

Plan Your Visit

Ready to trade the noise for pine needles?

Smith Family Cabin is available year-round. Spring brings wildflowers and mild trails, summer is cool and green, autumn paints the foothills gold, and winter turns the area into a quiet, snow-dusted wonderland.

Entire cabin to yourself — no shared spaces
Firewood, linens, and basic amenities included
Flexible check-in — just let us know your arrival time
Pet-friendly — bring your dog, they're welcome here

Get in Touch (559) 760-4515

Contact

Say hello. We'd love to hear from you.

Have a question about the cabin, need directions, or want to check availability? Reach out however you're most comfortable — we respond to all messages within 24 hours.

Address

41623 Road 222
Oakhurst, CA 93644-8635

Phone

(559) 760-4515

Hours

Open year-round
Self check-in · flexible arrival

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