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100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails

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Miscellaneous
Fitness facility
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nevada City, CA
  • Double Oak Vineyards and Winery
    11 min drive
  • Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
    13 min drive
  • Nevada City Firehouse No. 2
    14 min drive
  • Auburn, CA (AUN-Auburn Municipal)
    43 min drive

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About the area

Nevada City

Located in Nevada City, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of South Yuba River State Park and Double Oak Vineyards and Winery. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.9 mi (8 km) from Tahoe National Forest Headquarters and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Nevada City Firehouse No. 2.
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What's nearby

  • Nevada Theatre - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Nevada City Chamber of Commerce - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Center For The Arts - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Scotts Flat Lake - 25 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 35 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Willo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Northridge Of Nevada City - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Three Forks Bakery & Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stonehouse Old Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fudenjuce - ‬12 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.

100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails

Enjoy an unforgettable experience, rejuvenating with friends and family in nature, while just 10 minutes from historic Nevada City's shops and restaurants. The spacious 7-bedroom, 9-bed Forest Homestead (1 king, 6 queens, plus queen sofa sleeper, twin bed & 4 groomed tent sites) is located on 100 acres, with a sunny deck overlooking a the mountains.

Guests can enjoy a 15-mile private network of beautiful hiking & mountain biking trails and a creek with cascading waterfalls in winter & spring, just a 5-minute drive from the south yuba state park and yuba river swimming holes.

The 3,500 sf homestead offers privacy and outdoor beauty for guests seeking time in nature, while just 10 minutes from historic Nevada City’s theater, local shops, and gourmet restaurants. It is the ideal getaway for groups of outdoor enthusiasts, healing retreats, and families.

Gaze at the trees and wildlife from the privacy of each of the 7 bedrooms and relax together in the two living rooms upstairs, one with a wood stove, the living room downstairs, the game room or the mountain-view deck. Each of the 5 bathrooms feature organic towels and natural products.

The master bedroom features a king mattress with organic sheets and private bathroom with spacious, over-sized relaxation tub. The four other bedrooms on the main floor and foldout queen sleeper include queen-sized beds with organic sheets and forest views.

The downstairs, accessible through the kitchen and also by driving directly to the back entry, includes two sunny bedrooms with queen beds, a bathroom with a claw foot tub and shower. The downstairs has an additional kitchen, another spacious living room lined with sugar pine from the land and a wood stove for cozy winter nights.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything a chef might need, including a double oven, microwave, toaster oven, blender, coffee grinder, pots and pans.

The game room is set-up with a pool table that converts to ping pong table, dart board, and board games. Outdoor on-site activities include hiking and mountain biking on private trails, hammock naps and a three-hole frisbee golf course.

On-Site Activities Included in Retreat:
-- 15-miles of Private Trails
--Game Room with Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, Dart Board
-- Board Games
-- Frisbee Golf, 3 holes
--Weber BBQ
--Hammock Village
-- Mountain-View Deck with Sun Umbrella, Outdoor Tables, Seating Area
-- Creek Picnic & Wading Areas (20-minute walk)

On-Site Activities Available by reservation
--Horseback riding
--Catered Meals
--Plant Walk / Wild Forage Class
--Guided Mountain Bike Ride
--Thai Massage
--Yoga Class
--Child Care
--Meeting Facilitation and Event Planning

In addition to hiking and mountain bike trails right outside the front door, access to the Yuba River at the South Yuba River state park at Purdon Crossing is a short drive by car from the retreat. With 650-acres of sought-after state park hiking trails, mountain biking and refreshing river swimming in summer, it is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors.

Other Nearby Attractions
Scott’s Flat Lake (Boating, Swimming, Kayaking, Fishing), Rollins Lake (Boating, Fishing), Bullard’s Bar Lake (Boating, Fishing), Empire Mine (Historic), Malakoff Diggins (Historic, Hiking), South Yuba State Park Swimming & Hiking (Bridgeport, Edward’s Crossing, 49 Bridge, Purdon Crossing) Rock Creek Nature Trail (Hiking), Hirschman Pond Trail (Nevada City Hiking) Truckee, Lake Tahoe, Historic Downtown Nevada City & Grass Valley

Travel Times
The retreat is 10 minutes from Nevada City, 15 minutes to Grass Valley, 20 minutes to Scott’s Flat Lake, 1 ½ hours to Lake Tahoe, Reno and Sacramento and 2 ½ hours to San Francisco (depending on Bay Area traffic).

***Ask for details on other lodging on the land
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center. This vacation home also features concierge services, an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Alicia

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 per pet; please clean up after pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Childcare available upon request

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shellie C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place for Retreat
I hosted 8 guests for a yoga & wellness retreat. Alicia set us up with options for massage and horseback riding and was responsive with any questions. The trails are beautifully marked and we wandered through the woods down to the creek and waterfall. The campsites are groomed and marked clearly with a modern and updated bathhouse just for them. The rooms are clean and cozy. So many towels and blankets for extra convenience. The beautiful outdoor deck was perfect for sunset views, sound bath and yoga. We can’t wait to go back for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a family reunion. It was perfect size for our family. Everyone had a bed. We had a lovely time together lots of room for playing games and eating at the lovely tables indoors and out. Lots of games to play. Grandkids had a ball. Yuba river felt really good, hot days. Air conditioning was awesome. wild turkeys were cool. Came to visit in the yard one day. lovely hikes down to the creek
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family retreat!
Lots of room, great hiking from the house, two areas where groups of people could comfortably congregate. There were two kitchens! The family staying downstairs (one of my sons and his partner and my brother-in-law and his daughter) stored their drinks and snacks downstairs. There is an outside entrance to the downstairs family room and kitchen. If you fill all the bedrooms, the bathroom situation will be a little tight. There is one full bath in the master, another full bath upstairs that the other three bedrooms share, a third full bath upstairs between the kitchen and the fifth bedroom upstairs and a full bath downstairs for the two bedrooms to share. The house easily accommodated 14 people. Several of the generation in their 20's and 30's hiked down to the river. Deer and turkeys came right up to the house and hung out. There was even a baby deer on the property. The property manager was friendly, responsive and very accommodating, offering to find vendors for the various activities we planned. This is a very comfortable house with all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed our stay
This property was the perfect place for our wedding party to stay. We got married in the area, and this house was nearly big enough to accommodate all of us. My only comment would be to possibly have more trash bags available to the guests, maybe under the kitchen sink? While completing the checkout list, taking all the trash to the big trash cans would have been easier if there were more large trash bags available. Overall, great stay! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
This place was amazing! We had a very large group and had everything we needed. There were well maintained walking trails, plenty of chairs and areas to sit and enjoy the outdoors, and a wide variety of games and activities for ALL ages available (indoor and outdoor). Alicia, our host, was super helpful. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home for group
Amazing property! We had such a lovely time exploring and enjoying the nature. Great house for groups with a wonderful homey kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical!
Our group of 16 had an amazing stay here! We are a group of homeschooling families and we all found comfy spots to sleep. The beds and bedding are all comfy and in great condition. Everything was clean and well supplied. Several people in the group love to cook and appreciated the very well-stocked kitchen. There were many different areas in the the house so that people could do different activities but there was also room for us all to be together. And it is beautiful outside! The view from the deck is gorgeous. We went on some really special hikes on the property and didn't feel the need to go explore elsewhere, actually! Several members of the group went horseback riding and said it was really an exceptional experience. When we reached out to the host with any questions, she responded quickly and seemed happy to help. We plan to go back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, roomy house
This house fit our needs perfectly, with separation between children and adults. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. The house was in an area that provided hikes and seclusion. The property manager was very responsive to needs and questions, and we had no problems. We would definitely come back. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
First family traditional getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely book it again. We had no issues at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat!
Roomy, well equipped home with amazing trails and views. Watched the wild turkeys and deer wonder about. The deck overlooking the changing fall trees in the canyon was magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
Best birthday weekend ever
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara f., Ananeim, Calif

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual family vacation
Great place to stay. Very clean , room for every one to sit and relax. Yard perfect for kids. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelor weekend
The homestead was a perfect home base for our large group getaway. It was clean, spacious and close to the river and town. Will definitely be back and recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing place with plenty of outdoor activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Homestead at Yuba Retreat was a beautiful setting and a very relaxing environment. The house easily accommodated 2 small children and 7 adults with separate spaces for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
85th Birthday Celebration
Children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren gathered here for the weekend to celebrate our matriarch's 85th birthday. We filled every bedroom plus the fold out couches and made use of both kitchens plus the game room. Hiking the fabulous network of trails was a highlight! This is an amazing property for a group like ours, with space for everyone to stay and dine together. It's not too fancy, (a plus for us) very clean and thoughtfully stocked with all the necessities. The deck overlooking the canyon is a great place to relax in the daytime and stargaze at night. There was something for everyone in our diverse collection of ages and interests; we look forward to returning for another stay soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with lots of room and things to do—will stay again
This was our third time staying at the Forest Homestead. It’s hard to find a nice place with room for 10 adults, 7 kids, and 3 dogs that also has things to do on the property or nearby. The house is large and has plenty of comfortable spaces for eating, playing games, hanging out, and entertaining the kiddos (ages 10m to pre-teens). When the weather is nice, we’ve enjoyed frisbee golf and the outdoor lounging areas. This year we drove about 35 minutes to play in the snow and everyone enjoyed hiking the property or down to the water — there are lots of options depending on energy level and abilities. Communicating with Alicia is extremely easy as are the check in and out procedures. We enjoyed our stay once again and plan to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun with doggos
Plenty of space and beds for all the grown ups in our group! We cooked amazing meals in the roomy kitchen and ate at the big dining table. We hiked around the beautiful trails and found the Moss house. The dog run was spacious and perfect for a 3yr old chocolate lab. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas celebration
The house is a dream. The grounds are incredible! We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth D.

Off the Beaten Path
The location is wonderful if you go and stay and do not want to leave the property once you are there. If you want to visit friends or go into town, the road is windy and long. The draw to the place is the outside with trails and privacy. The house itself is tired and uninteresting with no relationship to the outside: balconies, windows, or porches. There are lots of beds and baths to accommodate a large group but lacked any kind of architectural integrity or ambiance. The kitchen has very little in the way of pots, pans, bowls, trays, or cooking utensils. Most of the kitchen cabinets were completely bare. The house was overall clean but end tables, tv, etc were dusty and the entire place needs a good scrub down and a little TLC. It was nice to have a couple of little Christmas trees inside but most of the strand of lights didn't go on-it was a little lame. Our family will not be renting this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun time with our family reunion!
We had a family reunion with 12, all aspects of our week there was absolutely wonderful! Alicia was a great host and was prompt with our needs. Don't hesitate to stay here, there's plenty of room to spread out and lots of activities for everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia A., Napa, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
We vacation every year with the kids and grandkids. As our family has grown it has become more and more difficult to find a place to accommodate our group. This house met all of our needs! Comfy beds, large kitchens, plenty of bathrooms, lots of outdoor seating. The game room was a huge hit and provided hours of entertainment, especially for the young adults. The view from the deck is spectacular! We appreciate that our dogs, important members of our family, were welcome too. Alicia and Mike were wonderful hosts. This was probably our best trip ever.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trail system
We enjoyed our family gathering and hiking trails to the creek. Overgrowth of poison oak meant close supervision of younger kids was required.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elizaldi and Gonzalez Family Trip
The property is beautiful and the house is very cozy. Our families and dogs enjoyed the trails, the river and it natural water falls. Also having two stories gave some sense of independence to our teens as the took over the lower level of the house. We are very thankful in letting us stay and are looking forward in making it an annual family vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lilian Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway “not the snow house”
We were a multigenerational family getting together. Our dad who is 95 and great grandkids who are 5 and ages in between with teenagers and young adults. I asked the group what their favorite part of trip was and unanimously they answered the deck and the hike. The guys tried several fishing spots. The ladies took a hike to the creek. This property is amazing. The house is beautiful and well spaced out. It definitely is a retreat center. We had all the pots and pans and dishes we needed to prepare amazing meals. Alicia was a great host and always responded quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yaneth V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and land.
We had a great time at this home. Everything was clean and ready for us to use at the time of check in. The kids and teens enjoyed the game room and the outdoors too. We also like the trails to the creek. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with my family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021