Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays

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A pool area with a gazebo, outdoor seating, and a view of a forested hillside.
A two-story house with a wooden deck and stairs leading to the entrance.
A two-story house with a porch and a garage.
A spacious living room with a large fireplace, wooden floors, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious room with wooden floors, a large fireplace, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Toys

Explore the area

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Penn Valley, CA
  • Place, Center For The Arts
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Nevada County Fairgrounds
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Penn Valley

Located in Penn Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Bridgeport Covered Bridge and Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery. Travelling with kids? Consider Center For The Arts and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Penn Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Center For The Arts - 33 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce - 33 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Lola Montez House - 34 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park - 34 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 36 min drive - 25.9 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 44 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northridge Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lizard Valley Beach Club - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Blue Cow Deli - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tack Room Restaurant & Bar - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, Secluded Gold Country Retreat - Hot Tub, River Views & Extended Stays located?

This family-friendly Penn Valley holiday home is located on a river, just steps away from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and South Yuba River State Park. Center For The Arts and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great rustic home with great amenities! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and experience. Only drawback is no handrails on hot tub or poolFor getting in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall everything was great, just the hot tub needs more clean, and other than that it was great!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Hi Karen - I just want you to know we cleaned the hot tub after your stay and are making sure it stays clean - thank you for pointing it out! Hope to see you again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun!

We had a great stay! So relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house near Yuba River

This was a wonderful house for our group. We loved the pool, hot tub and proximity to the Yuba River.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

My family had such a wonderful stay here last winter. Owners were very helpful and communicative. The home was lovely and we enjoyed the hot tub. A perfect place to relax and enjoy family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

we come here every year

and it's the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is magical, our group rented this beautiful spot for a long weekend getaway and we were all taken back by the beauty of the home and the surrounding area. The hosts were extremely helpful and responsive. The pool and hot tub were extraordinary. Even the surrounding river spots, grocery stores, and overall vibe of Penn Valley exceeded all our expectations. We can not wait to come back the next chance we get. Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best pool and hot tub ever

Perfect for two families. We had the very best time. The pool is incredible and we spent the entire time in it. This was our fourth time returning to the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely country home

The property and house are lovely. We were there with six people, and there was plenty of room for cooking and hanging out. The pool and the hot tub are wonderful. It is a perfect location to explore south Yuba River State Park and not far from Nevada City/Grass Valley .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

magical house

From the stained glass windows casting late afternoon rainbows to sunsets from the deck, this house is pure magic and it is always a gift to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always love our time at the Nomad House! The pool was a dream for the 4th of July weather, and the air conditioning upgrades made the house comfortable during day and night. It was a lovely family vacation for us, our friends, and their little ones. We'll be back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax

This is our second time staying here. Our group is two adults and three teens. It is such a relaxing space. The pool and hot tub are both great. The kitchen space has everything you would need. The rooms are comfy and the new air conditioning units are a great upgrade. It’s a short drive to the Yuba river with great swimming holes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

R&R

If you’re looking for a great place to unwind this is it. We booked this place for our anniversary and when we arrived we were greeted with some freshly picked flowers from their garden and a bottle of champagne as an added bonus. The pool and hot tub were amazing. Thank you very much for making our anniversary extra special!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am a returning guest to this lovely home, and hope to continue coming back in future years! The location and backyard just can’t be beat. Even though the hot tub was down, the pool and close distance to the Yuba River, as well as the peaceful and beautiful outdoor area as a whole, were enough to enjoy. Check-in was a breeze, and the home was nice and clean. AC worked well also. The hosts were very responsive, and communication was easy and straightforward. Thank you again to Dave and Nacala!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility at its finest!

We had an amazing stay at this remote Penn Valley home. The location is very remote which is what we were looking for. The house perfectly accommodated our family of four our 11 year old yellow lab. Hot tub is right off the living/dining space and gets very hot. We spent most of our time lounging by the large swimming pool, which is entirely in the sun. The home temperature is driven by four mini-split units -- they allow each bedroom to modulate the temp with either AC of heat! Dave was a great host and personally checked us in. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Paradise

Despite the heatwave that struck during our stay, we had a very relaxing time. Swimming in the pool and the Yuba river (25 min drive from the house) was great. The house is awesome. Big full kitchen connected to dining/living room. Nice big decks. Great stargazing. Comfortable beds. The AC wasn't enough to keep up with the 107 degree heatwave, but the house did stay much cooler than outside. And they warned us about the heat and would have been willing to work something out, but it was the only week we had off work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Great home and location to visit with family that lives in the area. Home is remote, but not too far from town. Home has everything you need and more! The pool was wonderful and the hot tub was great during the cooler mornings. Thank you for having us. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Second Visit ❤️

We love the nomad house! This was our second stay with friends and we had a fabulous time cooking, playing games and hanging out near the pool. This house is fabulous for relaxing with friends and family and we look forward to returning again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place is amazing and the hosts are top notch

Our stay was amazing and the hosts were very attentive to all our needs. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Pool and jacuzzi were amazing.

Awesome time. Pool and Jacuzzi perfect with the kids. Kitchen equipped enough for cooking and BBQ. As stated, no AC but fans and breeze with windows open at night worked great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Wild Wonderland

I was looking forward to this long weekend up by the Yuba River and the accommodations were perfect. The house is located on the edge of a forested ravine, a quick drive to the historic covered bridge, and about 25-30 minutes from the Hoyt bridge. The cedar hot tub and swimming pool made staying at this house a wonderful place to relax, catch up with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. We came prepared to cook at home and made good use of the well appointed kitchen and dining room, and when it came time to head out to the river, the ample kitchen size made it easy for us to prepare and pack lunches and snacks for the day. For those who aren’t accustomed to rural living or being in nature, I’d recommend reading about the Penn Valley/Grass Valley region and the Yuba River and surrounding geography. This house offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn more about the area and disconnect. You will see lots of wildlife — especially so many birds — so if you’re a birder this house is in a prime location! Bring binoculars! Or telescope for stargazing. The hosts Nacala and Dave were so communicative and checked in with us to make sure we made it in and also made it home safely. They were available to answer questions and there is a detailed welcome binder at the house with tons of helpful information and tips. I hope to come back again for another trip to the Yuba!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect get away

The Nomad House is as magical as it looks! We were lucky to be there at the beginning of summer, the rolling green hills and summer wild flowers and all the amazing views from the deck! You can almost hear the rushing water down in the valley! The house was clean and had lots of open space. The pool, hot tub and outside areas are the best part of this property and the river just 15 minutes away! Only things to note: if your bringing young children, you’ll need to bring baby gates and be extra cautious of wide railing bars and door knob locks on the doors leading to the desk where there is often an open hot tub. Also, although the kitchen was stocked with utensils and appliances, bring your own coffee, food seasonings, condiments ect as they were not supplied. Over all wonderful stay at the Nomad House! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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