Title: Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=99984037&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ## Photo gallery for Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. (Merced)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/d82b991d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. (Merced)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/8d78f949.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. (Merced)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/45bc81f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. (Merced)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/b6f02676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. (Merced)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99990000/99984100/99984037/0d73af28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into this beautiful home on Majestic E 21st Street, where warm decor and a spacious layout make you feel right at home. Take a stroll around the block to admire the historic architecture or indulge in treats from Rollen Donuts just around the corner. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61941 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. Welcome to this beautiful recently remodeled home situated on Majestic E 21st Street! Warm, spacious, and cozy decor throughout will make you feel at home instantly, there's lots of parking & huge lot. Some homes on this block date back to the 1920's, you'll have a lovely view from the front porch with your coffee, taking a leisurely walk to enjoy the architecture, or to historic Rollen Donuts around the corner (you cannot leave Merced without trying a glazed doughnut or maple bar!) You'll be within 5 minutes of beautiful downtown Merced with shopping, salons, restaurants, wine & Tapas bar, movie theater, museum, etc... You're also a few minutes from Hwy 99 and 2 hours from Yosemite National Park. People come from all over the world to visit Yosemite, it's iconic and a breathtaking site. There are biking and walking trails, parks, shopping, more salons and restaurants, Lake Yosemite in North Merced, along with Merced College and UC Merced. This property is a gem, you will love it. There are exterior cameras with audio and video surveillance. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Merced is home to this vacation home. Regal Hollywood - Merced and Vista Ranch and Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Merced National Wildlife Refuge and McNamara Park. Merced County Fairgrounds and Stephen Leonard Park are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gateway to Yosemite, Mins to UC Merced, Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### JERILYN L. May 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent stay! property was just as descibed-very clean, great neighborhood, close to downtown. Would stay again. ##### JERILYN L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toireasa D. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home We had such a lovely stay here! Everything was clean and comfortable! ##### Toireasa D. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oscar P. Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super excellent, I recommend it, very good service ##### Oscar P. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa b. Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome stay My family and I were thoroughly impressed with the home’s cleanliness and spacious layout. It exceeded our expectations—10/10! ##### Vanessa b. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami V. Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy and Homey Appreciated the fact we could check in early, house was very nicely decorated and felt like we were in an upscale location. Greatly furnished and felt very much at home. Thank you! ##### Tami V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toireasa D. Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another great stay! We stayed at this home twice and both stays were great! ##### Toireasa D. 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