Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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4
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Bathrooms
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2
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House Rules
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Pets allowed: limit 4 total;Review House Rules e.g. no pets on rugs/furniture.
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Children allowed: ages 0-17 ;Pool is not fenced. Children MUST be supervised.
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Smoking is not permitted
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;Maximum event attendees: 16;Small gatherings of friends/family welcome.
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Max Occupancy
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10
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Host Language
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Italian
Spanish
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Property Id
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2785440
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Bring the ones you love together at this gorgeous 3.2 acre forested property in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It’s a perfect base for exploring all that California’s Gold Country has to offer, from nearby historic towns to the Yuba River, hiking, and Tahoe National Forest. Enjoy the tranquility of being in the forest, while still only a 10-minute drive from downtown Grass Valley and all the summer events. Snowshoeing, skiing, and sledding are nearby, without the crowds and traffic of Tahoe.
✔ Pool with grill and deck chairs
✔ Entertainment room with ping pong table and games
✔ Hiking trails a short walk from the house
✔ Movie screen with projector and Roku
✔ Free parking
✔ Tesla EV charger
✔ High-speed internet
✔ Whole house backup battery & generator
✔ 2 Wood-burning fireplaces with plenty of firewood
♢ 5 minutes to Empire Mine State Historic Park
♢ 10 minutes to downtown Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Nevada County Fairgrounds
♢ 18 minutes to the Yuba River
♢ 30 minutes to Tahoe National Forest
♢ 50 minutes to Truckee
♢ 1.25 hours to North Lake Tahoe
★THE PROPERTY★
Our forest retreat is perched atop a wooded ravine with a view of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the east. Since purchasing the property in 2020, I've been lovingly caring for the land, hand-pulling invasive weeds, reseeding with California native and other beneficial plants, and tending the cherry, apricot, peach, pear, fig, and apple trees. From May until October there’s often fresh fruit or vegetables for you to pick and enjoy. The tea garden off the main bedroom is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, or pick some mint and oregano. The entire 3.2 acre property is enveloped by mature forest, inviting you to take a deep breath, and explore. Deer visit regularly, as well as foxes, raccoons, rabbits, and all manner of local wild birds.
You will have exclusive use of the entire house and tea garden, but you may see others on the property or by the pool. I live in the cottage down the hill, although I am often away. There is also a studio above the garage, about 85 feet from the house, on the other side of the circular driveway, where there are occasionally other guests. The studio may also be available for you to use for an additional cost.
★THE SPACE★
Enjoy your morning coffee by the pool and witness the sun peak over the mountains. Make family-style breakfast together in the well-appointed kitchen. Retreat to three relaxing bedrooms - the entertainment room has its own door and can serve as a 4th bedroom. The space can sleep 10 comfortably, so everyone has a restful night after a full day of exploring all the area has to offer. Or, break out the karaoke machine and sing the night away. Before bed, slip out to the poolside deck for the most breathtaking stargazing - well away from city lights, hustle, and bustle. If you'd like to sleep outside, we have a few designated spots where you can pitch a tent.
★OUTSIDE★
In the summertime you can’t beat cooling off in a pool with a spectacular view! Do you dare a winter cold plunge? There’s plenty of space to play, roam, and enjoy the beautiful grounds.
✔ Swimming pool 4’ - 6’ deep
✔ Inflatable pool toys
✔ Outdoor seating and lounge chairs
✔ Table with umbrella
✔ Propane grill
✔ Outdoor lights
✔ Hammock
★LIVING ROOMS★
Make yourself at home! Find your place on a cozy sofa or curl up with a book by the fireplace, or talk over your plans for the day.
✔ Sofas and futons, and pillows
✔ Wood-burning fireplace
✔ Board games and puzzles
✔ Lounge chairs and coffee table
★ENTERTAINMENT★
Enjoy a friendly ping-pong game, work a puzzle, belt out Dancing Queen on the karaoke machine, or just cuddle up and binge your favorite shows.
✔ Huge screen with HD Projector
✔ Karaoke machine
✔ Full-sized ping pong table
✔ All-ages board games
★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS – 10 GUESTS ★
After an exciting day of enjoying Gold Country sites and sounds, you'll be craving rest for all that the next day brings. Comfortable bedrooms await you.
♛ Bedroom 1: 1x Queen-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 2: 1x Full/Double Bed
♛ Bedroom 3: 1x Full/Double Bed
♛ Bonus: Game Room has 2x Full/Double fold down futons
♛ 4x Foam floor mattresses
All bedrooms are equipped with similar amenities for a restful, worry-free stay.
✔ Pillows, linens, and sheets
✔ Closets with hangers and shelves
✔ Desks or tables
✔ Plugs and USB ports
✔ Portable AC
✔ Reading lamps
★ BATHROOMS ★
The house comes with two full bathrooms including a large walk-in shower and bathtub. Both are stocked with fresh towels and essentials.
✔ Walk-In Shower
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Hair Dryer
★ PARKING ★
There is ample paved parking for up to 8 vehicles, including a parking space next to the Tesla EV charger. Small to medium RVs could also possibly be accommodated - just ask. The owner or caretaker's vehicles may also be present.
★ SECURITY ★
The property is protected by security cameras at the entrances and on the perimeter of the property (of course there are no cameras indoors, by the pool, or anyplace else you would expect privacy).
★ STORES AND SHOPS ★
Less than 15 minutes’ drive:
♢ All the local shops in downtown Grass Valley and Nevada City
♢ Briar Patch (local organic grocery co-op)
♢ Natural Selection
♢ Safeway
♢ Target
♢ Grocery Outlet
♢ Staples
♢ Ben Franklin
♢ Ace Hardware
♢ Walgreens & CVS
Grass Valley is home to this vacation home. Bourn House and Bourn Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce and Center For The Arts. Traveling with kids? Consider Nevada County Fairgrounds and Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum.
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