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Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch

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A spacious living area with a brown sofa, wooden flooring, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a stone fireplace.
A rustic cabin with a stone chimney, wooden exterior, and a porch with outdoor seating.
A bedroom with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, a front porch with two chairs, and a stone chimney.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a gas stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Facing the water, this cabin features a separate living room and accommodates 4 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Enjoy amenities like water views, ideal for relaxation. Engage in nearby activities such as swimming, birdwatching, and fishing. Explore attractions like Englebright Lake and Pilot Peak Winery, and bring your pet along for the adventure.

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Smartsville, CA
  • Place, Englebright Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Beale Air Force Base
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Nevada County Fairgrounds
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch

Writers, fisher-people, birdwatchers, and stargazers will fall in love with this completely private cabin on a large ranch. Enjoy the hammock, pond, in an outdoor shower and recently decorated place. Birders; the property is home to the most bio-diverse wetlands in Gold Country! Quiet crickets, frogs and water will wrap you in a cocoon. This unplugged getaway is close to world class dining, entertainment and swimming(South Yuba) in Nevada City and Grass Valley within 15-20 minutes.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2952341vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Smartsville

Smartsville is home to this cabin. Bridgeport Covered Bridge and Lola Montez House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Yuba Sutter Mall and Yuba City Marketplace. Nevada County Fairgrounds and West Coast Falconry are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Smartsville, CA

What's nearby

  • Englebright Lake - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Beale Air Force Base - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 23 min drive - 25.5 km
  • South Yuba River State Park - 24 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce - 24 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Cow Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The LakeHouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Squeeze Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Java Dream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tuscany Gardens Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch?

As of 25 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$1,121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Duck Pond Cabin-Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch located?

Situated in Smartsville, this cabin is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Englebright Lake and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from South Yuba River State Park. Nevada County Fairgrounds and Bridgeport Covered Bridge are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

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
A lovely private get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time. If you need a place away from this crazy world this is it. The cabin is very well maintained, clean and perfect spot. The pond is wonderful and we had a blast catching fish. Definitely would go back. This will be a do again trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ducky
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place, pet friendly, accurate to descriptions, great get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay here at the cabin! We brought our 2 grandsons (5 & 10) and we all loved it. We spent almost every moment fishing! Catch and release bass and blue gill was the focus for our boys. The cabin is cozy and the AC made it possible in the hot weather. The outdoor shower was perfect too! We also made a short and excellent trip to the Yuba for swimming! We highly recommend and will be back! Communication was great with helpful suggestions. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get-away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was immaculate, with ice cubes and a bottle of wine. Bed is very comfortable, kitchen is stocked with with dishes/pans. There are beautiful walks to be had, and the seclusion is the biggest gift. If you go - bring your snacks and meals and say goodbye to the world!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole experience - the cabin, the grounds, the scenery - was even better than the pictures. Incredibly well appointed, cosy and picturesque, very, very comfortable. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. Property and cabin were amazing. The pond was great fun for catching some small bass and bluegills. A truly Peaceful and quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited in April when temperatures were moderate and the hills were a glorious green. The porch is pleasant and the interior is cozy. Kitchen is well equipped with quality cutlery. Plenty of firewood inside for the fireplace but for the inexperienced, it's not easy to get a fire started. Excellent Starlink Wifi but no smart TV, so if you like streaming a movie in the evening, bring a laptop to watch it on. Recommended place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Getaway

Clean, easy to get to, and perfect chill environment. Perfect for a quaint getaway with awesome views and calming atmosphere.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Very nice remote cabin, but near enough to town to get out when we felt the need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

RELAXING AND PEACEFUL

Such a great quiet get-away and a "forced" relaxation. Wonderful. Great host contacts and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Love the Duck Pond...the cabin is perfect and the quiet we experience is rejuvenating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful setting

Great place to bond with the people u care about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Wedding Weekend

Our daughter and her new husband’s stay was incredible. Beautiful cabin, lake, sunrise and amenities. Host was very nice and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was nice to unplug, enjoy the outdoors and a nice fire. All of the furnishings were comfortable and clean. We will definitely return in the future. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was amazing and the cabin was perfect. Wish we could have stayed longer. My wife and I will definitely make this a destination spot throughout the year. It was so nice to be on the ranch without city noise. The only sounds were nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautifully Peaceful

Everything you need to get away. Plenty of amenities. Cute and cozy. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oasis

Perfect get away from the noise of the city, particularly over the long weekend. Very much enjoyed our time in the peace and quiet, and my husband loved having the pond there....caught (and released) quite a number of fish over our stay. Great find and hope to book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and relaxing getaway!

This place is stunning; the decor is cozy/welcoming and the place is clean. Sean was very helpful and easy to communicate with, and check in/ out were smooth. The hammock was a relaxing place to unwind with a book by the pond. Will definitely be back when we need to unwind and unplug again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2023
Erin and her husband were great guests! They were communicative and left the Cabin in great shape. Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic and comfortable cabin away from it all.

Spent a long weekend at this cozy cabin. It's small, but well appointed and we lacked for nothing. An ideal setting to get back to nature, we saw and heard plenty of wildlife including several deer. Even with an outside temp in the 90s, it felt comfortable in the cabin with the A/C. Sitting on the porch at night, with gentle night time breezes was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy, clean, and just amazing!

My husband and I stayed here in February 2023 for 2 nights which were NOT long enough. Next time I will have to book a whole week because neither of us wanted to leave. We saw ducks in the pond, deer roaming around, got to see some horses and cute cows on the property...it was the most relaxing experience. Can't wait to book it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to go back to the Duck Pond Cabin!

We had the nicest time and will definitely be back! I loved all the details of the cabin! Very nice and super comfortable! It was very peaceful and quiet. We all wanted to stay longer! Beautiful spot! An amazing experience! Thank you Sean for always being available and quick to message and text back. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

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