Location: Grass Valley, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (1 Hour drive to Sacramento. 1 hour drive to Lake Tahoe.)
Accommodations: 1891 Victorian Cottage, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
CALL NOW ABOUT THE WONDERFUL FALL/WINTER SEASON IN GRASS VALLEY & NEVADA CITY---THE CORNISH & VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS IS SO MUCH FUN FOR YOUNG & OLD ALIKE-NOT TO BE MISSED, ALONG WITH THE BEAUTIFUL FALL COLORS!!!!!!
"Kate's Place" is a 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 BA 1891 Victorian Cottage which has been meticulously restored & decorated to reflect it's unique heritage, within EZ walking distance to historic downtown Grass Valley. An excellent location for a romantic getaway, group gatherings, etc. We are confident you will enjoy the comfort & ambience of our lovely cottage on historic Kate Hayes St.
We have strived to maintain a comfortable environment for our guests with 4 bedrooms: 1 large Master with Cal King Bed, 1 Queen bedroom & 2 bedrooms with 2 twins each with superior quality linens, towels & amenities provided; formal dining room & breakfast nook; comfortable living room with satelite TV & video cassette/DVD player with video library; free local phone calls & free wireless hi-speed internet. Just bring your clothes & personal items & enjoy your stay. WHY STAY IN 2-4 B & B/HOTEL ROOMS WHEN YOU CAN RENT AN ENTIRE HOUSE FOR LESS THAN 1 OR 2 ROOMS?????????
There are numerous supermarkets nearby if you wish to utilize our gourmet equipped kitchen &/or BBQ area to prepare your own meals to enjoy in the formal dining room or breakfast nook. Professional Waffle & Ice Cream makers are available for your enjoyment. A Crock Pot for throwin' in the goodies in the AM & it'll be "cookin' while you're out cruisin'", with dinner ready when you return! Bring your favorite recipes or use one of ours, you'll love 'em & we've got a bunch with all the "how to" info necessary. We offer both gas & charcoal BBQs & outdoor seating/dining facilities in our lovely patio/gazebo garden area.
It's hard to know where to start when describing the almost endless activities available in Grass Valley/Nevada City & the surrounding area. We are approximately 1 hour drive to Sacramento or Lake Tahoe. Numerous excellent lakes, rivers & streams within minutes, wineries/wine tasting, museums, antique shops & specialty shops galore, walking tours, Empire Mine State Park (less than a mile), County fairgrounds activities, fly fishing, excellent local restaurants.
Drive up Hwy 49 thru Downieville & Sierra City & experience the beauty of the fall colors that rival (many say surpass!!!) the northeastern United States in their splendor. Additionally, there are more great restaurants & excellent picnic sites along the streams & rivers that flow alongside the highway.
Even snow play activities are nearby in the winter along with skiing less than an hour away. We could go on & on, but suggest checking out OUR WEBSITE (see below) &/or contacting Grass Valley &/or Nevada city Chamber of Commerce (click the Links on our website) for an even more complete list of events & dates. COME STAY & PLAY!!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo
- Communications
- Telephone: Free local calls
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Family Games Library
- Suitability
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Bring your best Waffle or Ice Cream recipe to use in our Professional Waffle Maker or Ice Cream Maker, respectively, of course!!! Crock Pot/Slow Cooker-throw in your favorite goodies in the AM & it'll be "cookin' while you're out cruisin'" & dinner will be ready when you return!!!!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan-Apr: starting at $225/night (excludes holidays)
Jan-Apr: Weekends $250/night (3rd night ½ price, Thur or Sun)(excludes holidays)
Jan-Apr: $1300/week (7 nights)
May-Dec: starting at $250/night (excludes holidays)
May-Dec: Weekends $275/night (3rd night ½ price, Thur or Sun)(excludes holidays)
May-Dec: $1500 week (7 nights)(excludes holidays)
$500(min) refundable deposit + $100(min) cleaning fee(2-6 occupants) 2 night min
***Rates subject to change without notice. ***Call about last minute deals!!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
My wife & I are native Californians, born & raised in the Central Valley & Bay Area, respectively. Our daughter & son-in-law moved to the Grass Valley area a few years ago & when visiting we fell in love with the area also. We now have our youngest grandson, born in May, 2009 to bring us here for numerous visits. We purchased our vacation home on Kate Hayes St. in April, 2008 & enjoyed so much furnishing & decorating it that friends suggested we share it as a vacation rental with others. We were reluctant at first but found that it has worked out so well & folks that have stayed have been so nice & appreciative of the home and all the surrounding area has to offer.
Why the Owner Chose Grass Valley
There are so many activities & fun things to do in & around the Grass Valley/Nevada City area that it would be impossible to list them all. The Cornish & Victorian Christmas, Car shows, farmers markets, theatre, rivers, lakes, Empire Mine State Park, etc., etc., etc. We originally purchased the home for our own enjoyment & for a place to "getaway" & enjoy family. We've now found that we really enjoy sharing our home with others.
The Unique Benefits of this 1891 Victorian Cottage
Our Victorian Cottage is an exceptionally comfortable home, especially considering its' age. Built in 1891 it has been meticulously restored & we have decorated & furnished our home to help preserve its' unique heritage & to make it just as comfortable for our guests. We especially enjoy sitting out on the front porch & chatting with neighbors as they walk by on our narrow little lane, Kate Hayes St., named after the famous Irish Opera singer, Catherine Hayes, who was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1818 & enjoyed an illustrious career singing & performing around the world & in the Gold Country & particularly in the Grass Valley/Nevada City area. So, as you can tell it was a "no-brainer" to name our home "Kate's Place"
Property Photos
- Kate's Place - Gold Country Vacation Rental
- Living Room - Gold Country Vacation Rental
- Welcome to the Garden!!! - Gold Country Vacation Rental
- Patio/Gazebo
- Master Bedroom
- Master Bed
- Queen Bedroom
- Breakfast Nook
- BBQ Anyone???
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Guy's Corner!!!!
- Snow Anyone????
- A Couple of Classics!!!!!!!
- Decorated for the Holidays!!!!
- A Perfect Romantic Getaway!!!!
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