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Eco-Earth Home Near Yosemite & Bass Lake – The Boukarou Escape

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A room with a white door, a wooden cat tree, and a window with a view of trees.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, a small table with a hat, and a white cabinet with wine glasses.
A small, single-story structure with a covered patio area, a sliding glass door, and a table with chairs.
A cozy room with a bed, a small table, a rug, and a fireplace.
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink with a yellow faucet, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Oakhurst, CA
  • Place, Fresno Flats Historical Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Yosemite National Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oakhurst

With a stay at this cottage in Oakhurst, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bass lake Recreation Area and Sierra National Forest. .This cottage is 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from Yosemite National Park and 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad.
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What's nearby

  • Fresno Flats Historical Park - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Bass lake Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - 27 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Yosemite National Park - 33 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Yosemite South Entrance - 35 min drive - 21.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South Gate Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Eco-Earth Home Near Yosemite & Bass Lake – The Boukarou Escape

Escape to the Boukarou: A Unique Eco-Chic Earth House
The Space
Nestled in the serene foothills of the Sierras in Oakhurst, the Boukarou is more than just a place to stay—it is an architectural experience. Built using sustainable Cal-Earth techniques, this distinctive earth-house dome combines organic, flowing design with the modern comforts of a premium retreat.

The interior is a sanctuary of peace, featuring a cozy bedroom and a clean, inviting bathroom. Whether you are visiting in the heat of summer or the chill of a Sierra winter, the space remains perfectly comfortable year-round thanks to full heating and air conditioning. It is the ideal "eco-chic" home base for solo travelers seeking a creative spark or couples looking for a romantic, quiet getaway.

The Location
Positioned perfectly for adventure, you are just minutes away from:

Yosemite National Park: Easy access to the South Gate.

Bass Lake: Perfect for a day of water activities or lakeside dining.

Oakhurst Center: Close to local shops, galleries, and restaurants while feeling worlds away in nature.

Guest Favorites & Reviews
Don’t just take our word for it—our guests consistently describe the Boukarou as a "rejuvenating" and "one-of-a-kind" escape.

"A truly unique, rejuvenating experience—unlike anywhere else we've stayed. The atmosphere is deeply peaceful." — Recent Guest

"The eco-chic design is stunning; it’s the perfect home base for exploring Yosemite and Bass Lake. Clean, warm, and welcoming." — Recent Guest

Key Amenities

Unique Architecture: Authentic Cal-Earth dome construction.

Climate Controlled: Heating and A/C for year-round comfort.

Serene Setting: Enjoy your morning coffee under the oaks in a peaceful, rural atmosphere.

Modern Essentials: High-speed Wi-Fi, hair dryer, and premium linens provided.

Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploring the granite peaks of Yosemite or enjoying the stillness of a Sierra morning, the Boukarou creates an atmosphere that is both grounding and inspiring. We invite you to stay and make fantastic memories in this beautiful, sustainable retreat.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned cottage.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

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