Engvadonia Yosemite

Midpines B&B with five-star hosts, homemade breakfast, and Yosemite know-how

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Mariposa, CA

About

Engvadonia is a small bed-and-breakfast in Midpines, run by hosts Steve and Nickey (and their dog, Cheyenne) on a quiet property just outside Mariposa. Guests get their own separate area of the house — bedroom, bathroom, living room, and kitchen — apart from the hosts' side, plus a home-cooked breakfast each morning. It's a well-reviewed base for exploring Yosemite, holding a 5.0-star rating across 33 reviews.

What Guests Mention

Reviewers keep circling back to the same things: a spotless, comfortable room; a remote, dark-sky setting good for stargazing; and hosts who go well past check-in small talk. Several guests describe Steve and Nickey sharing detailed, first-hand advice on hiking routes and things to do in Yosemite, with more than one reviewer calling it more useful than a paid tour guide. Breakfast comes up in nearly every review, from eggs and pancakes to homemade jam sent along for the road. The property also keeps a small chicken coop, and travelers with dogs have stayed here comfortably too.

Good to Know

Location: Midpines, just outside Mariposa — a rural setting off the main road, so allow extra time to find it on a first visit.
Contact: (559) 579-7600
Hours: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Engvadonia close to Yosemite National Park?

It's in Midpines just outside Mariposa, on the western approach to the park, and reviewers use it as a base for day trips into Yosemite.

Does Engvadonia serve breakfast?

Yes — guest reviews consistently mention a home-cooked breakfast, from eggs and pancakes to fresh fruit, coffee, and tea, included with the stay.

Are pets welcome?

Reviews describe traveling with a dog and finding the room clean and comfortable, so the property appears pet-friendly — call ahead to confirm current policy.

How do I contact or check in?

Call (559) 579-7600. Listed hours are 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily, and reviewers note the property takes a bit of effort to find, so confirming arrival details in advance helps.

Reviews (33)

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Danielle Kline

2 weeks ago

This beats a hotel any day! Nickey and Steve are such fantastic hosts. Before I even arrived, they made sure I had all the information I needed and were very communicative. It's clear that they've been doing this for a while and have thought through every little detail: how to navigate to the property, accommodating dietary restrictions and early schedules, recommending activities in the park, and so much more. Plus, they're both wonderful people who are so lovely to talk to and really make you feel like you're at home. As a solo female traveler, it made a world of difference. Plus, Nickey's breakfast burritos were top-notch. I can't say enough great things about this place. Hope I can come back sometime!

Ferreira Carla

a month ago

Very calm and peaceful place. We had a lovely stay. Thank you both so much! 😊

Cristóbal Arredondo

7 months ago

Axel L

a year ago

A great base for exploring Yosemite National Park. Nickey and Steven are very attentive and polite, and gave us tips for our visit. The delicious breakfast was a bonus – everything was perfect.

Pedro

2 years ago

Room, service and location everything was perfect. We stayed for two nights at Engvadonia with Steve, Nickey and their dog Cheyenne to discover the area around Mariposa, but especially go hiking in Yosemite. Both were friendly and very helpful and had their own separate area in the house. Our sleeping room, bath room, living room and kitchen were very clean and we felt home. Also the breakfast was very good. The best thing was the amazing air, as Engvadonia B&B is located in nature and we could see in the night thousands of stars. We can definitely recommend this place for a stay.