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

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Arrange a trail ride for all ages and experience
Enjoy swimming or hiking at the Yuba River State Park, 5-minutes drive
Mountain Bike on 15-miles of private trails with vistas
Welcome to the Retreat - enjoy a weber bbq, entrance in front and back
Enjoy a meal for14 at our handcrafted douglas fir table, or 6 at our cedar table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 203500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Nevada City, CA
  • Tahoe National Forest Headquarters
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Scotts Flat Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Auburn, CA (AUN-Auburn Municipal)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bird Bedroom

1 King Bed

Downstairs Studio 1

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Studio 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Forest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Incense Cedar Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room Foldout

1 Double Futon

Madrone Bedroom

1 King Bed

Manzanita Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 5 - Bath House

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Bathroom & Claw Foot Tub

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom off Kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom & Spacious Tub

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

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).

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Property manager

Alicia
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Childcare available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
$25 per pet; please clean up after pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud noise outside retreat after 10 pm as sound travels in the canyon.
No smoking; No outside fires.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Nevada City

Located in Nevada City, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 and Nevada City Chamber of Commerce are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Yuba River State Park and Tahoe National Forest. Traveling with kids? Consider Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nevada City, CA

What's nearby

  • South Yuba River State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tahoe National Forest Headquarters - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Scotts Flat Lake - 25 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park - 30 min drive - 15.1 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

Frequently asked questions

Is 100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 100 acres of Private Forest & Creek Waterfalls, 15-Miles of Trails located?

This family-friendly Nevada City vacation home is located in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from South Yuba River State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tahoe National Forest Headquarters and Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum. Nevada Theatre and Off Broadstreet Theatre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

renee g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a beautiful property!!

This property was perfect for our family Christmas. Beautiful all around. The home was cozy and roomy at the same time. Well decorated and everything we needed was there. Plenty of rooms for everyone and the game room was a big hit! Would love to stay here again in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place

Best birthday weekend ever
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara f., Ananeim, Calif

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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