Ideal for Retreats Lodge, Cabins, Camping Near Yuba River/Bullards Bar

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Gym

Check out the area

North San Juan, CA

New Bullards Bar Reservoir23 min drive
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park29 min drive
Scotts Flat Lake30 min drive
Sacramento, CA (SAC-Sacramento Executive)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Atrium Room

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Elephant Room

1 Queen Bed

Hobbit Room

1 Double Bed

Knotty Pine room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs bunk space

+2

6 Single Beds

Waterfall Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Elephant Room bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hall shower room

Shower only

Hall toilet rooms (two)

Toilet

Knotty Pine private bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Waterfall Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Great Location for Outdoor Enthusiasts. Minutes from Nevada City, Yuba River, Bullard's Bar and other outstanding recreational opportunities. Wi-Fi, Cell Service and EV Charging all available.

The newly renovated Willow Springs Lodge was designed for comfort for large gatherings with a spacious living room/dining room/wet bar area and a well equipped chef’s kitchen to feed your group efficiently. We offer private queen bedroom suites to an upstairs bunk room, ideal for family reunions and intimate retreats for up to 20 people. For those that want to enjoy the fresh air of the Tahoe National Forest we also offer a fully fenced camping area that sleeps an additional 20+ people. Enjoy a farm setting with a touch of forward thinking by relaxing in the 6-person hot tub, enjoying an evening of s'mores at our bon fire under the stars, wandering thru our permaculture and herb gardens or simply watching the chickens. Additional amenities (which must be arranged in advance and at additional cost) include use of the Heart Center yoga/meditation studio, event terrace, open-air pavilion, wood-fired sauna, and outdoor beverage bar. We are conveniently located to numerous Yuba River swimming holes, boating and fishing on Bullards Bar Reservoir, hiking, biking, and more. We welcome electric vehicles with our own Blink Dual-Charging Station for our guests.

Property manager

Patricia Hughes

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Breakfast available

Arrange a trail ride for all ages and experience

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Outdoor facility available for covid-safe events.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Due to escalating utility costs, PLEASE TURN OFF HEATERS/AC WHEN YOU LEAVE FOR THE DAY OR YOU MAY BE CHARGED A SURCHARGE OF UP TO $100 PER DAY.

If available, a late check-out time of 5 pm for an extra fee of $200 is offered. Please provide us with advance notice if you would like this option.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50

Note from host: Outdoor facility available for covid-safe events.

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

Property Registration Number STR21-00062

About the area

North San Juan

Located in North San Juan, this lodge is in a rural area. South Yuba River State Park and New Bullards Bar Reservoir reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

North San Juan, CA

What's nearby

South Yuba River State Park - 12 min drive
New Bullards Bar Reservoir - 23 min drive
Nevada County Fairgrounds - 24 min drive
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park - 29 min drive
Scotts Flat Lake - 30 min drive

Getting around

Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

Bigley's Market & Brass Rail - 6 min walk
The Ridge Cafe - 6 min walk
Double Oak Vineyards & Winery - 9 min drive
Mamas Pizzeria - 6 min walk
Peterson's Corner - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal for Retreats Lodge, Cabins, Camping Near Yuba River/Bullards Bar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal for Retreats Lodge, Cabins, Camping Near Yuba River/Bullards Bar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal for Retreats Lodge, Cabins, Camping Near Yuba River/Bullards Bar?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Ideal for Retreats Lodge, Cabins, Camping Near Yuba River/Bullards Bar located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Double Oak Vineyards and Winery and within 12 miles (20 km) of South Yuba River State Park and Bridgeport Covered Bridge. New Bullards Bar Reservoir and Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael J., Napa, CA

7 February 2024

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

Foothill fantastic!

Willow Springs was a great place to stay for a large group. Our jeep club had 21 heads in beds and made use of the great commercial quality kitchen, bar and large living room. We had multiple community meals, held a raffle Saturday night and enjoyed great camaraderie. The location is close to the river, the foothills, and North San Juan - with many interesting characters. The hosts are very responsive and accommodating. All in all, we would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

16 October 2023

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

Great Place!

Wonderful owners! Great property! Will be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

16 July 2023

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

Awesome place

Great stay. Close to the water which was about a 5 minute drive. Hosts were excellent. Right there when we needed them. Fabulous property. So much to do there. The lodge is huge. We were 20 people and everyone had a place to sleep. Would definitely recommend. And the waterfall in back is truly a work of art and very relaxing to sit by.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Charles S.

8 July 2023

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

Bullards Boat Trip

Stayed here with some friends to do a boat trip to bullards bar. Great place with plenty of room and only 15 minutes from the boat launch. Owners are very nice, live next door and will come show you around the place when you check in.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R., Vancouver, WA

5 July 2023

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

Family Reunion June 2023

We had 25 family members attend this year, out of a possible 43. We came from southern CA, OR, CO and WA. Three of our group had travel trailers which we set up at designated sites. The house is very up-to-date, and the commercial kitchen is something we’ve never seen at a VRBO home. There are many themes going on with the property. Kids ranged from 2 months to 20 years. They enjoyed the chickens, the hot tub (with adult supervision), and just exploring the place. Because it was warm, we used the open, covered pavilion for evening meals and group games. We had a fire in the fire pit each evening. Mark recommended a place called Oregon Creek day use area, just down the road. Some of our group went there every day during our stay, and the kids and adults had a good time in the water. We found a place about 20 miles away where we could do some shooting in the National Forest, after checking with the Ranger Station. What was interesting about Willow Springs was the variety of features on the premises. Kids had places to play, adults had areas in which to visit, both indoors and outdoors.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Hughes

Mark has had a life-long dream to create a unique retreat center, where people can come to re-boot from the stresses of modern living and learn new skills for leading a happy and healthy life. He met Trish (through a unique experience in itself!) and found that she was also interested in this dream, and together we started looking through-out California for the perfect property. As most things of importance often go, the universe had something in mind for us that was totally unexpected! It's been 2 years of incredibly hard work remodeling a building and property that had been terrible over-grown and neglected. We have held onto our vision through much adversity - working 24/7 for months at a time, cold winters without heat, unexpected set-back and delays, financial stresses, and of course just when we were about ready to open....Covid. But when we look at what we have created here at Willow Springs (and it is still in process), we are very proud of what we have accomplished, and have no regrets for choosing this property.

Why they chose this property

We feel that Willow Springs offers the perfect spot for both small retreats and family/friends gatherings with the right mix of comfort and rustic farm feel. It's an opportunity for connecting with nature, relaxing, and spending quality time with family and friends. We don't have TV's in the lodge for a reason. We want people to be spending time connecting with each other, playing some of the many board games/puzzles, enjoying the outdoor patio, or exploring the property with a free tour! We can show you the chickens, permaculture education garden, herb garden and talk about intentional community living.

What makes this property unique

We encourage you to "personalize" your time here at Willow Springs to meet your desired outcome. Use your imagination, and we will try out best to make it happen. With an on-site yoga studio, art barn, large outdoor pavilion and resident community of teachers/healers, the opportunities are endless. A few examples are:
-massage, reiki healing sessions, private yoga classes
-mask-making, glass-blowing, painting /art classes, music
-Learn to juggle
-fully or partially catered meals