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Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

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Smartsville, CA

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town

Escape to serene Confluence Ranch in the Sierra foothills. Wake to the creek's gentle sound, surrounded by wildlife—deer, birds, wildflowers—like your own slice of a state park . Minutes from trails, wineries & towns. Indulge in a private outdoor shower & bath under the stars. Perfect for romantic getaways, group campouts, solo retreats, or family relaxation year-round: spring blooms, summer dips, fall colors, cozy winters. Disconnect & recharge in nature. Book your peaceful escape now!

Stay in a 200 sq ft tiny home with a queen size bed and all necessary amenities to keep you comfortable
- Complete privacy
- Explore the beautiful 135-acre property situated in the Sierra foothills including 2 creeks, trails, and many creek access points.
- Enjoy the outdoor shower and bath with hot water
- Use the fire pit provided with fire wood
- Outdoor BBQ
- Play disc golf in the meadow or corn hole at the campsite
- Perfect place to have a campout with friends or family by renting the tiny home while others can set up tents at multiple sites around the property
- 10 minutes from nearest market, 20 minutes to popular towns Grass Valley and Nevada City
- 15 minutes from the remarkable Yuba River and South Yuba River State Park.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 3163898vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Located in Smartsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Northstar Mine Powerhouse & Pelton Wheel Museum and Grass Valley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery. Nevada County Fairgrounds and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Smartsville, CA

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 40 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northridge Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lizard Valley Beach Club - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Blue Cow Deli - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The LakeHouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tack Room Restaurant & Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Getaway on a beautiful creek with trails, outdoor bath/shower, near town located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Englebright Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of South Yuba River State Park and Bridgeport Covered Bridge. Northstar Mine Powerhouse & Pelton Wheel Museum is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) away.

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. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay, good way to get outdoors but have more conveniences than camping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victor t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe was great returning messages. The land was a great place to relax and enjoy tranquility. Short distance to lake, grass valley and Lake Tahoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. It's nice to be in such a peaceful and tranquil place while being so close to town. Thanks for the review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Communing with nature!

Cozy, comfortable, perfect for star gazing with the beautiful stream in the background.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

Awesome and relaxing place to stay!

It's a chill property with a creek nearby. There's also a couple of lakes if you want to rent a boat, but just kicking back in the yard is great! I always love outdoor baths and showers as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jeffrey k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a large property on which to spend time alone, feels like a square mile. With three days to enjoy a stay, I found that the place is a rare opportunity to witness nature on its terms. The oak/pine woodlands with resident wild turkeys and deer, and a kestrel flying, greeted me along the steep driveway after leaving the main road. At a creekside meadow find a tiny home set close to its outdoor living areas. Once out of the car notice the sound of rushing water that pervades.The host has included accessories indoors and out to support your enjoyment with board games and a disc golf course. The tiny home offers the basic comforts to the traveler, much expanded by the outdoor shower and tub patio, a hot tub, outdoor seating and cooking spots. These comforts and the scale of the outdoor space and creek frontage remind you to do more living outside.Back at home, I continue to dwell on Deer Creek Ranch. What would I do there next time? Bring a guest, binoculars, a flashlight, and make use of the outdoor fire pit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathryn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Had a great stay! Hard to find anything as quiet and remote as this. We were completely alone on 135 acres and it was so relaxing. Know before you go that this place is off grid and primitive and you should be the type of person who knows how to flip a circuit breaker and trouble shoot minor issues. Also it’s not a hot tub, it’s a bathtub and it gets cold pretty fast so that part was disappointing as I was looking forward to a soak. Oh well. Saw a great thunderstorm so that made it all amazing.
Deer creek was high!
Sooo many amazing mushrooms!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2026
I'm glad you had a great stay! It is special to have 135 acres to yourself. Since your trip, I've upgraded the water heater so it will be a better bath experience if you ever decide to stay at Confluence Ranch again. Thanks for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Cozy

Cozy little tiny house in a quiet little valley. Very private. Short walk to the creek. Enjoyed hanging out by the fire pit. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zarka P.

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

Quiet retreat

We went for a long weekend in autumn with our three elderly dogs. This was the ideal location to take them away from other people and animals. We only saw wild turkeys and my sister and one dog enjoyed dipping in the creek. Lots of flat areas to walk if you have mobility issues (our dogs did); a hammock; games; small kitchen; gorgeous outdoor tub and shower (as well as an indoor shower that we did not use); composting toilets; seating areas; outdoor grill (we didn't use); and, outdoor lights. This property looks like it will be developed to house a number of sites in the future so go while you can still enjoy it by yourself!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2024
Thanks for the lovely review! I am happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline U.

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

Perfect getaway for 2 pups

Great tiny house on lots n lots of property. We hiked to the creek which in April was very active and if you travel further into the property, there are wonderful views and swimming holes (5 mins. drive with our Bronco). The turkeys visited daily even with our pups. The only sounds are the creek, crickets, and frogs. Awesomeness! We BBQ-ed (gas grill) and played dominos AND talked to each other. I learned to use a French press coffee maker which turned out my husband loves. Lots of off grid choices for this property. Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Tiny but not

The setting, steps away from Deer Creek, was just what the Dr. ordered. The tiny house was quaint, clean, stocked with nice touches and secluded. The outdoor tub and shower was amazing to have on this, hottest weekend of the year. They had a gas grill, frisbee golf, tire swing and board games to keep you busy. The creek was cool and running fast, perfect for sitting in and cooling off. The AC unit was a beast and keep the tiny house cold, actually had to sleep with covers on! It's the perfect spot for 1 or 2 to "get away" from the city and crowds but not too far from necessities. There is no wifi however they do have a cell booster for those that like to keep in touch with social media posting pics and chatting. Overall it met my expectations and what made it more was the great communication from the owners and their openess.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

About the host

Hosted by Joe Coberly

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Hello! I live in Grass Valley raising a family. My trade is landscaping with an emphasis in growing food. My hobbies include playing drums, exploring the local rivers, lakes, and mountains and developing the property.

Why they chose this property

This property is magical. The feeling of solace one gets when staying here is profound. It's too big and beautiful not to share as it does feel like a State Park. When we first walked this property, it seemed unreal that is was even for sale. From the massive retaining wall built by gold miners to the Native American grind stones, the history of this place sent chills through my body. There's still so much to uncover and we are only just beginning.

What makes this property unique

This tiny home is has everything you need to be comfortable from a heater and air conditioning to a mini fridge and convection cook top. There's plenty of natural lighting and a table to eat or work. There is an on demand water heater that is hooked up to the house and the outdoor bathtub. The best unique benefit of them all is the 135 acres that you can explore or just feel at peace surrounded by nature. But if you forgot to buy something at the store, have no fear because the grocery market is near. There are many amenities nearby including restaurants, hardware store and night life. You get the best of both worlds.

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