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Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods

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Terrace/patio
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Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nevada City, CA
  • Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Malakoff Diggins-North Bloomfield Historic District
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Scotts Flat Lake
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

master

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods

Serenity Cabin (sleeps 2-4) is a 2-bedroom, handcrafted log cabin on a 200-acre developing eco-preserve in the heart of the Sierra Nevadas. Offering more privacy than our other cabins, Serenity Cabin is the perfect glamping-style getaway for those seeking to restore body, mind and spirit at a rustic mountain retreat center.

PLEASE NOTE BEFORE REQUESTING TO BOOK: Serenity Cabin does not have its own bathroom or running water inside the cabin, though a 5-gallon jug of water for washing and tea, coffee etc. is provided. There is a guest bathroom a short walk away at the main house with a hot shower, sink, and flush toilet, as well as clean outhouses across the meadow by the other cabins.

Serenity Cabin is equipped with a 2-burner propane camp stove (propane provided), mini fridge, outdoor sink, dining table with log benches, slab countertop, and numerous cookware and utensils. Each bedroom has a queen-sized bed. Outside there is a picnic table with charcoal BBQ, fire pit, and chairs for gathering. Please read ‘fire safety’ section below.

There is also a wood stove for heating with firewood and kindling provided. Directions for how to operate the wood stove are posted in the cabins, but if you would like assistance please let us know.

Please note the fee listed is for two people. For each additional guest there is a charge of $25.

Other things to note:
PET POLICY: Your well-behaved pets are welcome for a fee of $10 per pet, per night. Please note there may be other guests with pets on the property, so any pets you bring must get along with other animals and people.

CELL RECEPTION/INTERNET ACCESS: There is little to no cell reception on the entire property. Consider your stay an opportunity to disconnect from the virtual world and unwind. However, there is wifi available outside the main house if you need (a short walk away from the cabins).

VEHICLE ACCESS: Approximately 24 miles from Nevada City, California, the property is located about a mile down a gravel road. 4-wheel drive is required in wintertime (we are at higher elevation and frequently get snow), but the roads are accessible to any car in the warmer months.

SHARED SPACES: Geronimo, Shamballa, and Trinity Cabin are in close proximity, with communal fire pits, large charcoal BBQ (bring your own charcoal), a 16-foot slab picnic table and chairs nearby. If there are guests in the other cabins, please be mindful of sharing these spaces and keeping noise to a minimum. Serenity and Radiance cabins offer more privacy.

SMOKING/FIRE SAFETY: During high fire season (summer and early fall) we must be extremely careful with fires and smoking. Smoking is allowed on the cabin decks, fire pit and picnic areas, and in your vehicle but not in the outback on trails as it is prohibited by the local forest service.

OUTDOOR FIRE PITS: If you would like to build a fire in the outdoor pit there is a firewood fee of $20 per hour. **Please check in with us at the main house before you use the outdoor pit.***

Come see us at the main house for any questions between 8am and 9PM.

If Serenity Cabin is reserved, please consider booking one of our other cabins:
Shamballa Cabin
Trinity Cabin
Geronimo Cabin
Radiance Cabin

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nevada City

Located in Nevada City, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Double Oak Vineyards and Winery and Scotts Flat Lake are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Yuba River State Park and Tahoe National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nevada City, CA

What's nearby

  • Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Blair Lake - 15 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Malakoff Diggins-North Bloomfield Historic District - 16 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Humbug Trailhead - 19 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Scotts Flat Lake - 51 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phil Brown Fine Arts - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Country Store - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic mountain retreat - escape to a hand-built cabin in the woods located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Tahoe National Forest and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park. Blair Lake and Humbug Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Adam DeFranco

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Languages:

English, Spanish