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Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nevada City, CA
  • Place, Off Broadstreet Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest Headquarters
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!

Welcome to our lovingly updated 1924 Miner’s Cabin—an authentic piece of Nevada City’s rich past, partially updated to offer modern comfort while preserving its original quirky character. If you're looking to soak in the nostalgic charm of this Gold Rush town, this is the perfect place to call home during your stay.

Our house blends rustic vintage vibes with just the right touch of contemporary updates. The kitchen and one of the bathrooms have been refreshed, yet you'll still find charming details throughout that whisper of another era.

**Things to Know Before Booking**
Unique Bedroom Layout – The two bedrooms are connected, meaning you walk through one to get to the other. Perfect for families or close-knit groups but may not be ideal for those needing full privacy. (The back bedroom does have its own private exit to the outdoors.)

Quiet, Long-Term Tenant in Back Studio – There’s a cozy studio in the rear of the property with a single, respectful tenant. The only shared space is the driveway.

We welcome one pet and maybe 2 on a case-by-case basis. Tell us about your furry companion when you inquire, and we’ll share our pet policy before booking.
Also, like many older homes in the area, the cabin doesn't have central air, but it stays pleasantly cool thanks to its shade, two standalone A/C units, and fans in every room—even on those warm summer days!

The Neighborhood:
You’re just a scenic 10–15 minute walk to both historic downtown Nevada City and Pioneer Park. Whether you're here for local festivals, forest hikes, or just a peaceful getaway, everything is close by.

A Note About Atmosphere:
This is a family-friendly neighborhood with a calm, respectful vibe. It’s a space to unwind and enjoy—not a spot for parties. We kindly ask guests to keep noise to a minimum.

I’m always just a message away for anything you need during your stay—before, during, and after!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Thank you for choosing Hummingbird House! Before you go we ask a couple things. 1. Please wash any used dishes or pots. 2. Please do not remake used beds so we know what was slept in.
And finally turn off anything you turned on, like lights, fans, air conditioning or heat.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

About the area

Nevada City

Located in Nevada City, this holiday home is in the city centre. Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum and Off Broadstreet Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and Nevada City Firehouse No. 2. Miners Foundry Cultural Center and Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Nevada City, CA

What's nearby

  • Off Broadstreet Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nevada City Chamber of Commerce - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tahoe National Forest Headquarters - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 23 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dakan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪National Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stonehouse Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Northridge Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Heartwood - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown! on 12 Apr 2026 start from £132, 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 Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird House-Step Into History with Comfort and Charm! Walk to downtown! located?

Located in the heart of Nevada City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Pioneer Park, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum. Off Broadstreet Theatre and Nevada Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Great Getaway

4 of us stayed at the Hummingbird Cottage. Very clean and cozy inside. We were very comfortable for our 2 day stay. Convenient location to walk into town and short drive to Grass Valley for more “ambling”.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vadim R.

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

Convenient, practical and fairly priced for Nevada City

Convenient, practical and fairly priced for a great Nevada City experience. Also, a nice place for those looking to experience a gold country house with history and personality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Trina S.

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

Cute and cozy

We had a great time, minus a few hiccups. Overall it was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

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

Family trip

It’s a very easy walk or drive to downtown. Easy access to the highway. A charming place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Everything you need in a cozy mountain cottage

We really enjoyed our stay in the Hummingbird House. The location is convenient, the neighborhood was quiet, and the well-stocked house had everything we needed for the week. Check-in and checkout was easy, and the owner was responsive when I had a question. Beds were comfortable and the house was clean and well-organized.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rheann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful, the house was nice and clean and had pretty much anything you could need. It was a bit surprising to see someone else staying on the property, just a few feet away from the bedroom door, as there was no mention of this on the listing. Whether you use google maps or apple maps, the directions take you down the wrong street and it can be a bit difficult to find the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Watonka A.

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

Lovely Nevada City Cottage

We love Elizabeth's sweet and wonderful Hummingbird House! Everything was so comfortable and thoughtful with a charming aesthetic and a beautiful yard for the pup to enjoy. We only stayed for a couple of nights but our time here was so relaxing and we enjoyed our weekend very much. We hope to return for a longer stay. Perfect base camp for a trip to the snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

annie s.

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

Thank you

Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley R.

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

Will be back

We loved our stay at hummingbird house! The house was adorable. The beds were comfortable! It had a lot of charm! Parking was a little tricky since we had two cars and someone was renting the other house but by the second day we had it down! We will be back to visit hummingbird house for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

tracy j.

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

Great, cute house, close to town. Easy to contact host

The overall stay was wonderful! The house is super cute and clean. The only complaint I have is that there is a small ADU/Inlaw unit on the property that someone clearly lives in and that is not listed on the booking site. So it was a little strange to have somebody there that we were unaware of
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna L.

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

Walk to town, quirky and cute

Our stay was comfortable. Two bedrooms and bathrooms accommodated two adults nicely. The kitchen is nice (although plan to bring cooking oil as not much provided in terms of spices etc.) Online maps take you to the street behind the house, so was a little confusing to find. Some items could use a refresh, but overall clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara F.

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

cute place in great location

The cabin is a short walk to both downtown Nevada City and to Pioneer Park. It's more spacious than it looks in pictures and could easily accommodate 4 people, though there were only 2 of us. The shade from surrounding trees kept it nice and cool on hot days. The front part of the driveway is rather treacherous, so I suggest backing out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Great location!

Our stay was great. Be aware that the design of the house is such that one has to pass through a bedroom to reach the “master” bedroom and bathroom. There is a second, slightly less private bathroom down the hall past the kitchen. So for people with small kids it is great. For two couples, there is less privacy. If that all works for you, the house is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy C.

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

Cute

Loved the coziness of the inside - just the right size for 2. The outside was not as maintained as the pictures suggest, although most of the tables & chairs were there. There are more stairs to get into the house, & stairs to get to the bedrooms than we noticed in the pictures, none of which have handrails.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Close to town, good value

We enjoyed the property. We are 2 couples. Luckily we travel together frequently as you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the 2nd. That was fine for us and for families but may be an issue for some. In any case the house is furnished and stocked well. We didn't use the kitchen, except for coffee so can't comment on cooking utensils but appeared fine. Beds were comfortable and we were able to warm up the house and be cosy. About a15 minute walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah O.

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

Great Location & Clean, just rundown & odd

The house was clean, furniture was comfortable, and the kitchen was nicely stocked. The house is old, a very strange layout. You are walking between the two beds in one room to get to the master bedroom. This was not horrible for our group, but could be really awkward if you want any privacy. The house could use some updates
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique K.

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

perfect cottage stay

Everything was wonderful at Hummingbird house! It is a beautiful, rustic home with just the right amount of updated amenities. My family and I enjoyed coming back after days on the river/lakes to play games, cook dinner, and watch movies in the cozy house. The neighborhood is gorgeous and fun to walk through and there is a nice park just a couple of blocks away. The owner is very responsive and helpful. We would definitely recommend this place for a visit to the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nina k.

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

Lovely Stay

Very nice place, with a cute vibe going on. Not much privacy for groups that aren’t families, considering the two bedrooms are connected. Overall good experience and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

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

80th Birthday

Great funky little property with everything you need and close to town. Great owners who are very informative and available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

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Hi I'm Elizabeth! We have been hosts for a few years. I live very locally and am available for whatever you need. This was my family home for 10 years and I hope you love it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

Nevada City's older buildings are quirky and cozy, full of charm!

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