My stay here was perfect. The space was warm, cozy, quiet, and affordable. I slept the best while…read moreat Garden Gate compared to any other spots on my 3 week trip. Gloria is incredibly kind, warm, and has a great sense of humor. I will definitely be staying here again next time I visit. Convenient location and the space sits back off the road for reduced sound. Nice place, great stay!

Garden Gate is a fantastic oasis in the heart of Merced! It's ideally located between the Amtrak…read morestation and downtown's Coffee Bandits coffeehouse (the best coffee and atmosphere in town) and just a short walk to either one. Accommodations are in an amply sized cottage behind the main house, across a lovely, lushly planted garden patio. It's clean, quiet, and private. Gloria is a wonderful host; I really enjoyed talking with her, and she made check-in and check-out seamless. I highly recommend Garden Gate for your stay in Merced!

A Disappointing Stay: Misleading Claims and Little Regard for Guest Comfort…read more We paid $350 per night for three nights at this property, and unfortunately it was not worth the cost. In hindsight, we wish we had given more weight to the one star reviews before booking. We were also struck by the pattern in the owners' responses to negative reviews: rather than acknowledging the feedback, they tend to respond defensively toward the reviewer instead of addressing the underlying issues. **Dietary Accommodations** One of our party has celiac disease and cannot eat wheat. We informed the owners of this by email in advance and again upon arrival. No accommodations were made; instead, we were told about a friend of theirs who also has celiac disease. This turned out to be moot in any case, since breakfast was not served until after 8:30 a.m., too late for guests heading out early to hike. Guests leaving before then were offered only one cereal option, presented in an unlabeled plastic container with no way to confirm it was gluten free. Given that breakfast was included in the room rate, we did not feel we received what we paid for. **Room Temperature** Upon check in, we were told that California law requires thermostats to be kept at a minimum of 78 degrees. Our second floor, southwest facing room was extremely uncomfortable in 105 degree outside heat, and we were advised to leave the door open and use a fan, which did not resolve the issue. We researched this claim afterward and found no such mandate for private residences or businesses. California's Flex Alert program, which recommends 78 degrees during grid strain, is voluntary and time limited, not a legal requirement. When we asked the following day whether the temperature could be adjusted at night, the owners told us they were comfortable at that setting and suggested we take a cold shower before bed. As paying guests at a premium rate, we expected a reasonably comfortable room regardless of the property's utility costs. **Overall Impression** We have traveled extensively, including all 50 U.S. states and destinations across Europe, South and Central America, and Africa, and this was an unusual experience. Based on what we were told about the thermostat policy and our overall treatment as guests, we would encourage prospective visitors to read the critical reviews carefully and to weigh the owners' responses to them accordingly.

Amazing! This place felt like visiting one of your favorite family members as a kid. Beautiful…read moreviews of the Merced River, warm home-cooked breakfast, fantastic park information, cozy rooms/beds, and the sweetest owners. I felt sad saying by to Ron and Liz because they made us feel so welcome and at home. I'm glad we found this place and can't wait to stay during our next Yosemite trip! Thank you so much for everything.

Never been to a bed and breakfast but this was an amazing experience for my first time. The rooms…read moreare very nicely themed and designed. The house has a very nice old school vibe that slowed down time for me which was something I desperately needed. We had an excellent breakfast made by Rhonda and team. The food was delicious and service was on point. The presentation was next level. I was very impressed. Rhonda is an awesome person and host. My wife and I had a great time. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this stay.

I have been coming to Knowles Hill for years, and each time, it has been an absolutely delightful…read moreexperience. We have stayed in all of the rooms, and all are wonderful in their own styles. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful and have been extremely accommodating whenever we bring our kiddos. The place is always BEAUTIFULLY and seasonally decorated. As lovely as the "Bed" part of the stay is, the "Breakfast" feels like the star of the show! You can let the innkeepers know about any dietary restrictions, but as an omnivore, every dish they serve is AMAZING, both aesthetically and culinarily. This place is magical, and I will take any opportunity I can to visit.

We arrive and right away we were greeted by Steve. He walked us to our room and gave us the run…read moredown. He was very attentive without being overbearing. My husband and I had great conversations with him during breakfast. The roo. Was exactly as we expected and the tub was great for Epsom salt baths. The location is pretty central to hiking, lakes, waterfalls, small towns, etc. Sometimes you don't know what you are going to get from a place that is not heavily populated with US, IYKYK. Steve made it clear on his views and that he wanted to make sure that ALL of his guests felt welcome. We will definitely make a trip here again. We Highly Recommend!

Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay at BlackBerry Inn while attending a local wedding. The team was…read moreinviting from the start to departure - helpful and accommodating. The room was very nicely appointed and the morning coffee and breakfast were wonderful. Enjoyed sitting on the porch and reading in this idyllic setting.

We first met Astrid when we called for avails and found her so welcoming, helpful and charming to…read moresuggest the great sites of the area to take in besides Yosemite park -- prior to that conversation the only site on our itinerary. We arrived to Sonora by way of Ebbetts Pass, winding down through crystal alpine lakes, faerytale meadows and boulders and forests that speak in quiet and ancient tongues. The pass opened upon amber grasses contrasted against lovely sagey-colored trees and verdant yet rugged vineyards. It turns out the Victorian-inspired Barretta Gardens is overseen with a care as golden as the hue of sepia-colored days gone past and motherlodes once legendary for their bounty. Yet breakfasts are as simple, elegant and memorable as any contemporary B&B can boast. The proprietors Astrid and Daniel run an inn as refreshing as the Moroccan mint tea set out every afternoon to greet us from a hot day exploring Gold Country. We found Barretta Gardens flexible and welcoming to our two boys as well. Our only suggestion is that if they choose to turn off each room's A/C while guests are away for the day that they would turn it back on in anticipation for their return in the evening. Baretta Gardens B&B is a rare treasure I hope more visitors to the area will mine for years more to come.

Had the most amazing stay at Barrett's Gardens. My husband and I booked a 2 night stay and wished…read morewe could of stayed longer. The owner a Swedish women made us feel at home. The gourmet breakfast served was the icing on the cake. Joy her assistant was also such a pleasure. The property is tastefully decorated and located in the perfect spot. We brought our boat at aka "ship" and were amazed over the amazing lakes in the general vicinity. We are definitely go back there again! Thanks so much for your hospitality!

I love it here I want to move here…read moreand steal Sugar Bear and the Candy Cart. Found the Joshua Inn on the CABBI app during our road trip up from Anaheim to San Francisco. A real gem! A very warm welcome, helpful suggestions about where to dine locally, a fantastic room with private shower, a cute candy station with lovely tasty treats for a few pennies while watching TV. Trisha and Greg are wonderful people and really make a weary traveller more than welcome. We were sad to leave after only 1 night would love to have had longer here. For breakfast we were served up the most AMAZING Zucchini and cheese frittata and churro pancakes. Yum! You won't regret staying here in the large comfy beds. A darling porch swing and rocking chair made me want to stay a week. I can't wait to get back

My friend and I came to Hollister on a business trip and thought we'd try out our hand at a B&B…read moreinstead of the local chain hotel. We were so lucky to find the Joshua Inn that by the end of it we didn't want to leave! The owners, Greg and Trish, were so kind and hospitable during our stay. We would wake-up in the morning to the smell of fresh coffee just outside of our bedroom door with a delicious gourmet breakfast in the beautifully decorated dining room, and then end our evenings with a lovely glass, or two, of wine and a handful of goodies from the dessert bar located in one of the sitting rooms. The house if filled with lots of knickknacks that were fun to look at, Trish's little box of essential oils that you may smell, a variety of books you can thumb through while enjoying some time on the outdoor patio, and a television in the living room in case you want to just veg out. Our rooms, the Kuschel Suite and the Captains Quarters, were upstairs and offered a cozy place to lay your head down at night. My room, the Captains Quarters, was themed very much as you might think -sailor-esque -  with a queen sized bed and a small half bath within the room. My friends room, the Kuschel Suite, featured a spacious full bath with a lovely claw foot tub with a great water pressure rain shower. Since I didn't have a shower in my room, the Kuschel Suite and the Captains Quarters shared the use of the shower/tub. One of my favorite parts of our stay was their sweet dog, SUGAR BEAR! I just wanted to pick him up and cuddle him anytime he scurried by. He would come and greet you anytime you walked through the door, which is always nice. Greg and Trish are such wonderful people to sit and talk to. Their hospitality truly made it feel as if we were at home talking with our families around the fireplace. The Joshua Inn has so much character and I loved looking through all the history regarding the home. The name, Joshua Inn,  has so much meaning behind it of itself. It's the attention to detail that makes this place so special. This was my first time staying at a B&B and the Joshua Inn definitely set the bar high for all of the future B&B visits.

This place was perfect for our 4 days gateway to Yosemite, the drive is about one hour from here…read moreeither way you take (east gate or south) but the trip is very much worthy, specially if you go via 140. The cottages are clean, peaceful, and relaxing. They offer a full kitchen with all cooking supply needs, minus the spices. The grounds are spectacular and serene with beautiful plants and birds all around. You can sit out on your front porch and gaze at the beautiful stars at night. The bed is firm, which isn't my favorite but I have slept well after having our bottle of wine! They are very attentive and stayed up to wait for our late arrival. I would recommend this place!!!

Our stay at Homestead Cottages in May of 2024 was very nice. Located right outside Yosemite…read moreNational Park, yet private and the cabin is well kept. We stayed in the "Stage Coach" which has a king bed, fireplace & nicely appointed kitchen and decorative tiling throughout. Outside one side of our cabin is a rosemary plant which made the stay even nicer. The owners are friendly, and responsive to our needs.

This stop exceeded expectations. Larry and Chris are wonderful hosts who've clearly poured their…read morehearts into this tennis-themed inn. Chris made two days of delicious breakfasts using fruit from her garden. Grateful to have found this place--they even set up a pickleball net for us to play.

We had a great stay. Chris and Larry made check-in and check-out super easy, the room was exactly…read moreas expected, and the view was gorgeous!

My husband and I stayed in the Cedar room for two nights this week. Our room was clean and cozy and…read morehad a fridge, fireplace (controlled by thermostat), jacuzzi tub, robes, CD player, TV (with direct TV), and private back porch. There was also coffee in the room and a full coffee/tea bar in the dining area. The facility had a library den full of interesting titles, puzzles, and games. We LOVED the breakfasts. The menu included many choices: french toast, waffle, omelet, potatoes, veggies, eggs to order, bacon, toast, english muffin and fruit. The portions were extremely generous! The staff were all great including owner Michael who was very attentive to questions we had. We've also stayed at another of his properties (The Victoria Inn) which was also lovely. We definitely plan to be back and I can hardly wait! While we were in the area we ate at Jesus' Restaurant (Mexican across the street), Firewood (delicious pizza), and coffee at Aria. We also enjoyed hard cider at Indigeny Reserve! I definitely recommend staying at the Dunbar!

We got married here!…read more Shopping for venues can get discouraging with food and beverage minimums, extra charges and back-to-back weekend weddings where they kick you out the next day. This place is a cozy, green oasis in one of the cutest towns in America, and the value is incredible. They let us have the run of the place for the whole weekend while we hosted and set up. The staff made it feel like home -- such kind and lovely people. Breakfast for our wedding party was included. Anything we asked for, they made it happen, and we were able to control every aspect of the event: bar, catering, etc. Another perk I didn't anticipate was a 360 view of the venue from the bridal suite, which allowed me to keep an eye on everything while I was getting ready. The suite is basically an apartment, with a full kitchen we were able to cater our rehearsal dinner out of. Most of our guests were able to stay the weekend and walk to the venue from their hotels (they make it easy with their sister hotel the Victoria Inn and associated rentals). Our wedding was a dream that we're sad to wake up from. If this place calls to you, do not hesitate to book.

Great experience. Our host family was friendly and helpful. The accommodations were warm and…read morefriendly - our room was cozy with every attention to detail. The main dining/living room was hard to leave. I stayed up there every night ready and just enjoying the environment. The breakfasts were wonderful and unique. Very good. Sherilee's advice and insight into Yosemite made our 1 1/2 day visit very productive. We would highly recommend the Nature's Inn B&B! David and Denise Hamilton

The DREAM VACATION nest near Yosemite Park. This lovely B&B was a total discovery and we will…read moredefinitely go back as soon as we get vacation time from work!!! Beautifully located and super host Sherlee has a generous soul that guides you with trips for trails, places to visit and it is amazing what her family is doing in the region! The breakfast in the patio is unforgettable, and truly every detail of the cottage -the films and books available of the evening entertainment as well as table games and the fire place- is perfect!!! Every detail here speaks of the love and care they put to build and run it, and I guarantee the same love and care they will give you for your holidays, gifting you the best time in nature. We spent 4days with family and small dog and we didn't wanna leave! Cottages are Fully equipped, mattresses super comfy and the tables outside make even the dinners home very special. Their garden is rich in colors and even the herbs section is magical. Nice pool and jacuzzi for evening relaxation. Get there and you will live an unforgettable experience. Bravissimi!!!!