Through tripadvisor my wife and I found Rancho Bernardo Bed and Breakfast in the area of Yosemite NP. After reading reviews, looking at pictures, and talking to the owner Kathy, we decided to book it.

Due to logistics we decided to spend the day at Yosemite prior to checking in. We contacted Kathy and asked if she minded if we came later. She was completely accommodating and told us to take our time. She went further to recommend an excellent restaurant (Savoury's in Maripossa) that we could stop at on our way to their house from Yosemite.

We wound up not getting to the house until about 11 or so and everyone was sleeping. They left the lights on for our along with our room being ready. We stayed in the Barn Suite which is litterally IN THE BARN. The suite is actually very nice! Just a simple walk out of the door and you are with the horses! Both horses (Mighty and Freckles) are very nice and love you if you feed them carrots.

The room itself was roomy and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable and clean. The bathroom has extra lighting, a fan, and a heater! After our previous b and b experiences, we were very happy to have a large shower to move around in and what not.

Now to the best part... Kathy and Barney, our hosts! These two people are honestly two of the nicest people I have ever met. Kathy is a real jokester and Barney is the sweetest, nicest guy. Our breakfast was delicious all three days (a ton of food and great) but to be honest it could have been just ok and we would have loved it due to Kathy and Barney's company. A unique aspect of their B and B is that they choose to eat with you. Barney and Kathy shared their stories and experiences from their livest. Both were extremely interesting, knowledgeable, and entertaining.

Kathy and Barney gave us advice on what to do and see. They told us lots of history of the Park and the area. We cannot thank them enough for sharing their home with us and making us feel welcome. Even though the drive from Rancho Bernardo to Yosemite is quite long (1hr and 15mins), it's worth it to stay there at least a couple of nights. You will never have a better B and B experience.

Thanks Kathy and Barney!!!!

Kathy & Barney are two of the most lovely people you will ever meet. Our family of four was lucky enough to stay in the Guest House for three nights, and we loved it! There is a nice size patio that is perfect for grilling and star gazing at night. There is cattle, horses and bunnies roaming the grounds. In the evening, after a day at Yosemite, we would return to our spacious and air conditioned haven and decompress by playing pool or any one of the conveniently stocked games. The entire homestead is very well maintained, tastefully decorated and makes you long to live in the countryside. It was a bit of a drive back and forth to Yosemite each day, but once we got there, it felt luxurious. While breakfasts in the morning were top-notch, their company was the real treat. These two are the real deal and have led a life well lived. Their zest for life and generosity of spirit is inspirational. May God continue to bless and keep them in good health for many years to come. Thank you for helping to making our vacation truly memorable, enjoyable and fun.

Read all the reviews...thought, OK ..can't be that good. Wrong!..Fantastic hosts! Charming, gracious down home people with stories that still make us smile. Breakfasts ....even better than you can imagine. They will tell you all the great places to dine..the best routes to your Yosemite destination....and by the way, one of the previous reviewers did not mention the fact that the hour and a half travel time to Yosemite does include unforgettable Merced River views that will be in your memory long after your vacation is over! Thanks Kathleen and Barny for 3 GREAT days!
George, Gail, and Eunice

Agree with all the other reviews about the place and about Kathleen and Barney, but it is not "minutes" from Yosemite - it's a good hour to hour and a half to either the South or West entrance and its a 28 mile round trip to Mariposa to eat.