Award-Winning "Green" Contemporary Home on Rollins Lake Grass Valley, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 250156

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Location: Grass Valley, Gold Country & High Sierra, California, USA (45 Min to Sacramento & Tahoe/Reno, 15 Min to Nevada City) View Map

Accommodations:  House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

The Lotus Lake House is a completely "green" exclusive home designed by the award-winning architect Michelle Kaufmann. It's a sleek modern design, glass walls that open, lots of windows and cool welcoming tones. As Michelle says, "this house has more love per square foot than any other I have known". We are completely off-grid and have "Build it Green" certification.

It is situated on 7+ acres of private forested property. We cleared just enough trees to have fabulous views of Rollins Lake. The glass walls open to the outdoors - blending indoor and outdoor living and making the house feel quite large. Bird watchers will love the rare birds that can be seen from our deck.

Our home is ideal for a romantic getaway, honeymoon or for an artist/writer retreat, especially those who want to support the environment while staying in an exclusive and unique property. Secluded yet close to many activities. Brand new high end furnishings that compliment our eco-friendly home. Seen in Sunset Magazine, this was the showcase home at the West Coast Green Show in San Francisco.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer: energy star washer
  • Dryer: pins provided to dry naturally and with zero energy
  • Linens Provided: 600+ count linens made from natural and organic fibers. Extra large bathtowels.
  • Off Street Parking: parking area large enough for boat, rv, etc.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: parking area can accommodate boats and RVs
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed: 2 Italian sofas convert to single beds
  • Convertible Bed: High quality Italian sofa and long love seat each convert to single. No mattress- these are high tech and really comfortable.
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite): brand new HDTV by Samsung with wall mounted DVD/Blue Ray player
  • DVD
  • Video Library: Excellent video collection including all 33 episodes of the Sopranos, entire season of Sex & the City (and the movie), The Wire, Grey's Anatomy, over 100 DVD/Blue Ray comedies, romance, action, art & educational.
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library: assorted Rock, Jazz, Opera, Country
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: gas stove, microwave, oven
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: fully stocked including slow cooker, blender, espresso machine, rice cooker ,etc.
  • Refrigerator: we don't have a freezer but have a very large ice chest on the deck. Ice available up the road.
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: talk to owners about details
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Brand new Weber porcelain grill will automatic igniters
  • Deck/Patio: deck wraps around the house and total living space is over 2000 sq feet. Several dining areas on deck plus rockers and loungers. Glass walls of house open up to deck making it one big indoor/outdoor space. Fenced in area for small dogs.
  • Balcony: The entire deck is surrounded by cable railing for protection but so as not to obstruct the view
• View/Location
  • Lakefront: Private hiking trail down to the lake
  • Lake View: We have gorgeous lake views from 3 sides and we are on the lake.
  • Mountain View: You are in the forest surrounded by trees and mountainous areas are seen across the lake
• Communications
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): free wifi in Colfax, 5 min away
• Other Amenities
  • ultra modern, high tech and completely "green" including "off grid", custom Italian furnishings, secluded and surrounded by forest, glass doors all around open to outside wrap-around deck with spectacular lake view. This unique custom home combines environmental sensitivity with luxury by award-winning architect.Featured in Sunset Magazine and on the cover of Prefab Green by Michelle Kaufmann. Continental breakfast available.
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: our general policy is 1 small dog however we have made exceptions. Please call owners to discus. There is a large fenced area in addition to fenced deck for dogs to play.
  • Not Suitable for Children: Hazardous for children, cable railing only on deck. Breakable items in house.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25, please call owners for exceptions.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: absolutely no smoking in the house or on the property. Medical Marijuana (legal) smokers ok outside only.
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • 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
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • gold mine tours, wineries, organic farms, summer festivals, art galleries

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Jun-Oct .. $225/night
Nov-May .. $150-$200/night;
Applicable CA taxes
Discount for stays 5 days or longer
$100 refundable pet deposit.
3% fee for using PayPal
2 night minimum
$500 refundable damage deposit (refunded w/in 3 days)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 11/29/09
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    (From our guest questionnaire) Don chose the Lotus Lake House because of it's unique design and beautiful view; he stated "it's easy to be here; just loved the environment. It exceeded my expectations".
• 11/03/09
  Positive Rating
  Donna Holmes , San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
  • Barrie & Tod, Norm and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in you wonderful vacation house. The setting is beautiful, the house is comfortable, easy to live in you both did a great job furnishing it, loved all the special touches. Barrie, your binder is great, full of useful information, a terrific guide book. Tod, you were so helpful,if we had any questions you were right there and Kudos to the man that grades the pathway down to the lake, it is unbelievable, it is quite a steep hill but he graded it so that you don't even know you are going up or down, my hat is off to him. All in all a super to place to "get away" and relax. We will do it again. Donna & Norm
• 10/25/09
  Positive Rating
  Mike & Kendra , Los Gatos, CA
  • This home proved to be the perfect romantic getaway for our weekend! The complete seclusion and magnificent surroundings absolutely blew us away! The house is perched high above Rollins Lake with a wonderful view stretching up one end of the lake and down the other. Aside from the small utility shed there were no other buildings in sight; no neighbors and no structures even across the expansive lake view. The exquisite quiet of the environment was broken only by the occasional motorboat and the amusing honking of flocks of geese flying overhead. We were absolutely amazed by the technology of the “accordion” folding-glass walls in the spacious living room. All three outside walls completely open up to the outdoors! From that room and the kitchen we actually felt nestled into the woods surrounding the lake, integrated with the huge, natural and rustic wraparound deck. And what a perfect setting for an “open” house! There were absolutely no insects to intrude (aside from a lazy daddy-longlegs). The sunset down at the lakeside was romantic and peaceful, and the sunrise from the master bedroom was completely stunning and bathed the oaks and pines in a warm golden glow. The deck provided a beautiful spot to relax and decompress on the comfy chairs and enjoy our Sunday-brunch omelet. We also loved the local wineries and restaurants. We definitely look forward to another tranquil retreat in the near future.
• 10/19/09
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  Heather Carroll , San Francisco, CA
  • We stayed two nights and wished it could have been 5. This home has to be seen to be fully appreciated. So beautiful and private and relaxing. By far the best vacation home I’ve stayed at in terms of both aesthetics & how “at home” I felt there. I loved cooking & chatting & dining at the kitchen island & being able to look out at the deck & trees & water beyond. My first night I sat reading in the “cocktail lounge” until the sun finally set after exploring the area with the dogs (they loved the fresh hay). I liked that I could secure the deck; this way I could open up the house & not worry about managing the dogs’ red clay feet! We will be back.
• 09/21/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    The following comments were left on our satisfaction questionnaire by David & Karla: "The house is gorgeous, OMG we loved everything!! We had an amazing time! It exceeded our expectations. So relaxing, comfortable and beautiful!"
• 09/16/09
  Positive Rating
  Ellen , St Louis, MO
  • This was one of the most relaxing vacations I've ever had. No news, just books, movies on blu ray, and games. The home was absolutely lovely; beautifully decorated yet very comfortable. Comfy bed, down comforter, and fully appointed kitchen. All of the exterior walls were glass panels that completely opened up to a huge deck. The house was very secluded and private with a great view of the lake below. I can't decide what I liked most - cool mornings sipping coffee on the deck in my bathrobe while watching the deer a few feet away, enjoying a book in the warm afternoon sun, watching the sun set with cocktails at happy hour, or roasting marshmallows in the BBQ grill under the stars for s'mores at night. The massage in nearby Nevada City wasn't bad either. Also, our terrier just loved running around the huge fenced deck & dog run barking at every leaf that dropped from a tree. I can't wait to come back!
• 08/11/09
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  Beth , Portola Valley, CA
  • We had such a fantastic time staying in this lovely home. Barrie and Tod have gone to great lengths to ensure comfort for their guests. The expansive deck offered the best vantage point for bird viewing, here you can watch orioles in the trees and golden eagles soaring over the lake. We would plan our day with the help from Barrie's thoughtfully prepared info binder. Some of our favorites: hiking and touring the Empire Mine State Park, exploring Nevada City, beating the heat while floating in the lake, and cooking up a great dinner with fresh local organic produce. Regardless of our daily adventure we always looked forward to getting back "home".
• 08/09/09
  Positive Rating
  Debra Patrick , Pittsburgh, PA
  • This is an absolutely fantastic place to vacation! The home is beautiful with every amenity possible. Evenings on the expansive deck overlooking the lake are spectacular, and the stars at night put on an incredible show. One of the most comfortable, serene and beautiful places that I have ever stayed. Can't wait to return!
• 08/05/09
  Positive Rating
  Barb Novak , San Jose, CA
  • This is a stunning and unique home. We have never felt so relaxed and so part of nature. The owners have thought of many touches to make the experience special. We will definitely come back! What a way to celebrate our anniversary.

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