Yosemite Gateway Chalet

We love the Eastern Sierras and the Sierra Vista Chalet is the perfect home away from home. The June Lake loop is a sweet spot - a place to get away from the crowds and enjoy the natural beauty of the Sierras. We spent our days hiking to the local alpine lakes (most of which are a short drive away). And there are plenty of options beyond hiking - the local lakes offer kayak rentals, fishing etc and there is a great spa/restaurant a few minutes away at the Double Eagle Resort. The house itself is super comfortable - you have views of the local peak from one bedroom and the sounds of the creek from the other bedroom. And our evenings were spent cooking great meals, watching movies in the "great room" or hanging out by the great-big fireplace. If you come during winter, you will find the most incredible powder / back country ski conditions right next to you at June Mountain.

I have stayed at the Sierra Vista Chalet multiple times in the last 4 years. It's access to phenomenal climbing, hiking, fishing, and snow sports has made it my favorite place to stay in the Eastern Sierras. The cabin is amazing and spacious and allows you to relax after a fun day of outdoor activities. The hot tub is an added bonus to an already beautiful and relaxing environment. I highly recommend the Chalet to anyone who wants to stay at a tranquil and relaxing cabin nestled into one of the most beautiful places on earth!

Stayed at the Chalet last September. Made the short trip to Yosemite for an all day climb. It was the perfect spot to come back to after a long day in the backwoods and have a beer with some friends by the fire. Very spacious, cozy rooms, jacuzzi, fireplace and wood stove, beautiful views of the eastern Sierra landscape. Large dining room and kitchen. It would be a great place to have a getaway with a group of friends and family any time of the year. Looking forward to coming back during a winter to do some skiing at Mammoth or June when the mountain reopens!

My family had a fantastic long weekend at this beautiful, private June Lake chalet. It has plenty of room with a terrific floor plan, modern upgrades, and thoughtful touches throughout, including some lovely Native American art. We especially enjoyed the huge, comfortable beds and living room with fireplace, large bar area, and high ceilings. The dining room has a gorgeous and very large natural wooden dining table. The big master bedroom has a modern tub/spa that is fully programmable. The two other bedrooms could pass for master bedrooms at most places. The entire chalet is heated by an innovative geothermal power system, which is a sustainable and practical alternative to fossil fuel. Outside are views of lovely streams and nearby mountains. We enjoyed June Lake's restaurants, particularly the Carson Peak Inn, which is a one-minute walk across the street. The chalet has been owned by the same family since the 1960s, and they take obvious pride in its maintenance and the satisfaction of their guests. In my opinion, this is a unique, beautiful and fun place to stay, far preferable to a hotel or lodge for a very competitive price. June Lake itself is in a great location, with Yosemite and Mammoth both within reach. June Mountain has a family friendly ski resort of its own. Mammoth, about 30 minutes away, is one of our family's favorite places in California. Besides great activities for all ages, the new Village shopping/dining area is superb. Overall, we would give this cabin our highest recommendation and hope to be back!

Beautiful scenery, lovely home, inviting bedrooms, relaxing outdoor hot tub! What more could we ask of a getaway vacation? This was a perfect trip with friends. The chalet is large, so we all had plenty of room to spread out. We used the family room for morning coffee, the dining room for meals, the den for game playing, and the hot tub and deck for the ultimate relaxing experience. The chalet is within driving distance to Bodie Ghost Town and Mono Lake, if one should feel the need to drive somewhere. We spent a day fishing a June Lake; took a nice hike up to Parker Lake, too. I highly recommend this chalet to anyone who wants to getaway and experience a less-traveled part of beautiful Yosemite.

The Chalet was straight out of MTV's cribs in the luxury it provided. Very spacious with all the amenities you could want and more. Especially great for anyone who wants to relax at home after a great day in the outdoors. Location is perfect as it is one mile from the June Lake Ski area, two miles from town, and near many great trails. You will not be disappointed.

I recently stayed at Sierra Vista Chalet with some friends while skiing at Mammoth. Wow, what a wonderful home! It had plenty of room for the 6 of us. This place is huge. Very clean and comfortable, the furniture is high quality and in great condition. Everyone commented on their comfortable beds, which is real challenge to find when renting. This is an authentic log cabin, yet with all the modern conveniences including WiFi. And it has an outdoor jacuzzi big enough for 8. Sit in there looking at the stars through the Aspen trees and you just don't want to get out. More wine! We also enjoyed having a big kitchen and staying in for meals. Getting away from the hustle of Mammoth was nice. June Mountain is so serene, but with some restaurants, a great coffee shop, and a good ski shop. We're planning on going back this summer with extended family for some fishing, hiking, and visits to Yosemite. Owners were professional and courteous.

Spent weekends at Sierra Vista Chalet in both the winter and early fall and both stays were fantastic. With snow, we had access via the Mammoth shuttle to Mammoth's epic slopes -- but without the hassle of having to drive or deal with the Mammoth scene. During the summer and fall, we got to hike in the majestic eastern Sierra knowing there was an outdoor hot tub, full kitchen, hot baths, and clean bed waiting for us. (And one particularly memorable hike started from a trail head within walking distance of the chalet!) Each room had phenomenal views and ample space. What a treat. I want to go back...