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Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson

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While it may look small from the street, this 4/2 is shockingly big!
Living Room has a dresser full of games, a smart tv and just a place to relax.
CA King bed against the wall, tv faces futon or swivel to bed
We are 500 ft from Downtown
A picture taken at dusk

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bethany's

2 Single Beds

Carmen's (Primary)

1 King Bed

Robin's

1 Double Bed

Rose's

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson

Welcome to Bethany’s, a beautifully preserved historic home located in the heart of downtown Jackson, California. Built in 1877, this one-of-a-kind property offers a warm and comfortable stay infused with Gold Country history and timeless character.

Inside, you’ll find original architectural details, antique furnishings, and thoughtfully curated décor that reflect the home’s past while providing modern conveniences. The house features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a fully stocked kitchen, central heat and air, WiFi, and inviting spaces to relax and gather. Guests especially enjoy our seasonal Halloween and Christmas décor, as we love celebrating the holidays here.

Like many historic homes, Bethany’s long history has had a past. Some guests enjoy the home’s haunted reputation and unique atmosphere, while others simply appreciate it as a charming and memorable place to stay—the experience is entirely what you choose to make of it.

Due to the home’s historic design, it may not be suitable for small children or guests with mobility challenges, as original features such as staircases and thresholds may not meet modern accessibility standards.

Located just steps from downtown Jackson, you’ll have easy access to local shops, antique stores, dining, wine tasting, and nearby Gold Country attractions.

Other Things to Note – Property Layout

The property includes a separate, attached apartment. No spaces are shared between the apartment and the main house. Each unit has its own private entrance, and all guest areas are completely independent, ensuring privacy throughout your stay (although you may be able to hear one another).

Security Disclosure

For the safety of our guests and protection of the property, security cameras are installed in limited, non-public areas only. Cameras are located in the unfinished (locked) portion of the basement and on the rear exterior of the home overlooking the creek. These are used primarily to monitor flooding risks and severe weather conditions.

No cameras monitor private indoor guest areas. Guest privacy and comfort are our top priorities.

Nearby Attractions

Amador County Museum – 700 ft
Pioneer Cemetery – 700 ft
Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park – 1 mile
Jackson Rancheria Casino – 4 miles
BellaGrace Vineyards – 4 miles
Black Chasm Cavern – 12 miles
Preston Castle – 12 miles
Scott Harvey Wines – 15 miles
Helwig Winery – 16 miles
Moaning Cavern Adventure Park – 34 miles
Calaveras Big Trees State Park – 50 miles
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
On a creek and plenty of steps- may not be ideal.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside not w/n 20 feet of doors/ windows
NO OUIJA BOARDS ALLOWED- Tenants may not use a Ouija board in the house. There are enough visitors, we don’t need any more!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Jackson

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Downtown Jackson, a neighbourhood in Jackson. Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park and Kennedy Gold Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sutter Creek Cheese Shoppe and Sutter Creek Theater. Metropolitan Cultural Center and New Hogan Lake are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Jackson, CA

What's nearby

  • Detert Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Amador County Chamber of Commerce - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sutter Amador Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park - 5 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mel & Fayes Diner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson on 5 Apr 2026 start from £218, 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.

How much is parking at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson located?

Located in Downtown Jackson, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Amador County Chamber of Commerce and Detert Park. Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church and Sutter Amador Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, enjoyed it a ton!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Athena P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, super clean and everything we needed! Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mica Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and communication. We had everything that we needed
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brett m.

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

Stay there for work

It was a great house to stay in it was clean and functional for me and my crew for the week
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T L.

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

Fun stay

Here for wedding
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beau W.

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

Loved the house

Come stay here.. great house and great location .. very nice host
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Recommend this property. The little touches make the stay very enjoyable. Will stay there again when we visit the area next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great location

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. The location is easy walking distance to downtown Jackson. The house is funky enough to make it fun and interesting but it is still very comfortable and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Jackson

We had a great time! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Concetta P.

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

In Jackson for son’s wedding

Place was clean. It was one of the most well equipped places I have stayed in. The kitchen had everything! Plenty of space. We were 6 adults and one 9 year old. Good communication from host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Centrally located

Very clean and organized home, with in walking distance to restaurants, store and town. Will definitely return for future visits
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve Y.

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

Jackson haunted house

Old quirky house with lots of character. All 9 in our party enjoyed it. Great location near old town main street.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank you for your stay, I hope the wedding was amazing and I appreciate your staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza M.

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

Wonderful house near downtown Jackson!

My family and I loved spending Thanksgiving at this beautiful home. So close to the Casino and wineries. Elsie was a wonderful hostess, very quick to address any questions or concerns. Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy your big and beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
I am so glad you all enjoyed it, and what a great weekend to be in town! I hope to have you back to visit in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Jackson on Main Street

Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaela C.

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

The perfect place to stay for a summer reading retreat

We have absolutely nothing but love for this haunted humble abode. The house itself is charming and welcoming, the beds are comfortable, and the air conditioning is cool throughout the house. Elsie’s personal touches make the rental feel like a cozy home away from home . The memories we made during our stay will last a lifetime! I can’t recommend this property enough!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd E.

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

Antiquing with the girls

While a little creepy with the tales of ghosts and matching decor the house was very well maintained and extremely clean. Great walking distance to old town Jackson with bars and restaurants. Host was amazing and very communicative. We would stay here again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Charming house

Very central on Jackson, the house is a two story with very well equipped kitchen downstairs. Elsie is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Loved our stay in Jackson!

This house is incredible! I would give it 10 stars if I could. It is beautiful, exceptionally clean, stocked with everything you could ever need, and beautifully spooky! The house is only a block to antique stores and wonderful restaurants! If you ever get the chance you should take a trip to Jackson and stay in the house. I never wanted to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
I am so glad you finally got to come up! I love how much you love the house (because I do too). I hope we get to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer S.

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

FANTASTIC HOME

We so enjoyed our stay! The house did not disappoint! Not only was it immaculate, it was decorated for Christmas. There were treats in the kitchen, a full hot cocoa bar and all the makings for a delicious cup of cider, tea or coffee. Although there is definitely a spooky ambiance, we did not experience anything out of the ordinary. 10 out 10; would stay again. Thank you Elsie, you were an amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope you come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall okay

The property is charming and as stated in the listing. the main issue were ants throughout, which should have been sprayed for or notify us that we would need to spray. Elsie is very responsive to any needs or questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A True Historic Jackson Gem

Everything that you look for in a historic, antique, (haunted), house - this place has. It is absolutely gorgeous and mystifying, and Elsie made the entire process smooth and seamless. Very attentive to guests and the house, and the property is literally 2 blocks walk away from historic downtown Jackson. The kitchen has absolutely everything you could need, including Keurig, hot cocoa bar, wine glass and bottle openers in addition to a complete set of cookware, dishes and utensils - as well as recommendations for local eateries and places to visit. The library is a wondrous place to relax and wind-down, and the living room has 3 full dresser drawers of board games and party games, some never even opened. This place is a treasure, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mel r.

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

Beautifully appointed house in a great location

I stayed here one night for a quick birthday girls' trip with my sister and our friend. We were so impressed by how beautiful this house is, everything is meticulously put together but it has a cozy, lived in feeling that's perfect for Autumn nights. It was such a treat to stay here during Halloween season and have the cute/spooky decorations up! The kitchen is well stocked, the bathrooms are really nicely recently redone, the beds are extremely comfortable. This was a perfect place to kickback after a day of wine tasting and exploring the charming Jackson main street. Rosebud's cafe was a standout for brunch! My group likes to be in a location that's walkable, so it was great for us that there are quite a few restaurants and a grocery store within a short walk. It was a luxurious space for the three of us, but would definitely be comfortable for a larger group. Elsie is a wonderful host, she's super communicative and readily provides helpful tips for enjoying your stay in the area - the guestbook was especially impressive! We hope to be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Hi Mel, Thank you so much for your stay and your kind words. I love it when people adore the house and town as much as I do. I hope we get to welcome you all back in the future (there is so much to do in the area).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed some of the great features of the home. the kitchen was well equipped and a great place to gather as a family. The convenience to downtown, especially the Blue Door Bakery was a real highlight.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words and for staying. I hope you and your family come back to visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

We had a lovely stay!

Really, really good experience! Elsie, the property owner, is so so nice and super responsive, which was incredibly helpful when I was bringing my 4 kids to the house on a last-minute snow trip. We had a lot of fun playing the board games with our older kids and had a lovely bonding experience at the house. The place is enormous - the photos don't do it justice. There is a really cool library of books that my kids enjoyed. The kitchen was well-stocked and Elsie left a wonderful basket of snacks, which my kids were super excited to try. (Pop-tarts at 10pm - yay!)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Hi Mary, thank you for being my first guest! I am so happy your whole family enjoyed the house, and made it so easy for me. I promise to hide the clown the next time you stay :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JADE J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by ELSIE LODDE

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Hi my name is Elsie, and I love and cherish this home. I have an old name so no wonder I love old houses! I was born and raised (and continue to live in) Sacramento.
I LOVE to travel, I have been to 22 countries and 28 states, so I am an experienced traveler and while putting together this space, I really had to think about what I would like when I travel. I hope you appreciate the detail and let me know if there may be things that I missed! I first started going to gold rush towns back in the early 2000s when planning my brother's and then my weddings (my brother was married in Jackson and I was married about 8 miles away) and love the thrift stores and all the Main St small businesses in these towns. 2020 changed so much, and I decided to sell my small single-family rental in Sacramento and bought this house. This is my first short-term rental; it was not the plan to do a short-term rental (originally planned on upstairs being a long-term rental but after the paranormal experiences things changed). I planned on renting out the basement apartment as a short-term rental, so I would have a place to stay when I came to visit. I love the town and all the fun events so my dream was a vacation home for me. After realizing immediately that the house was haunted, we switched to making them both short/mid-term rentals. I currently work in Research at a Children's Hospital and also run a dog rescue (if you see me, you likely will see me with a special needs dog in tow). I continued to keep myself extremely busy throughout the pandemic working on my houses and hope to share my passion and excitement with visitors.

Why they chose this property

I immediately was drawn to this house because the location, I was married nearby and always loved the gold rush towns. But add that the house was in Downtown on Main St., had history, and I just had a vision for a cool vintage place where friends could get together and play board games after having an awesome meal. My great grandfather lived next door to a cemetery, and I always loved historic cemeteries so that added to the charm as well. Honestly, my degrees are in English, and the library really was what sucked me in, and I was compelled to buy this house. I loved shopping and personally picking out every detail of the house, and it took me MONTHS to complete the house (I replaced most of the furniture more than once as I found cool antique pieces), meanwhile I spent weekends in the detached basement apartment and I fell in love with the town, the area, and of course the house. It isn't perfect yet, but I will continue to show it the love it deserves. There is always something else to do, but after a year, I am happy to welcome others to my vision.

What makes this property unique

Is it really haunted? Yes. If you are an empath, you will likely notice it immediately. As someone who works in science, I always have to remind people that The law of conservation of energy states that energy can neither be created nor destroyed - only converted from one form of energy to another. So, my logical mind has tried to prove them away. We are 2 blocks from the cemetery, on a creek (water is supposed to up energy as well), and possibly once was a brothel, it was a boarding house for many decades and we even have some murders that took place. So it is not really a shock if there are still spirits around. The area has a lot going on, a mining town which started in 1849, where Chinese, Native Americans and other miners suffered great tragedies, I was recently told town was built on a Native burial ground, and we know brothels were open until the 1950s in Jackson. This part of town was also where the Chinese were interred and where the first cemetery was erected (them built on top of) I was not shocked to learn that the spirit in the unfinished basement (sorry you don't have access to it) lived in the house for about 60 years.

We have had the place cleared (but they only go if they want), and sometimes it is more active than other times. Sometimes you might smell cigarette smoke or a floral perfume. Things may move when you are sleeping, electronics act funny or a knocking- nothing malicious at all, and mostly it is just extended family who like to play jokes. If you pay no attention to them, they will ignore you as well. It is not a scary house; the spirits are more tricksters than anything. Steve is the protector, Fred is the mischief maker, and Sam wants to just hang out. There are many women as well (Linda and Maggie upstairs and Marilda in the kitchen) but they are just family here to protect the house and we have a great relationship (they know the ground rules and are welcoming to guests) and you keep them entertained.

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