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Keddie Wye House

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Exterior
A log cabin with a staircase leading to a deck, surrounded by trees.
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees and a stone pathway.
A two-story wooden house with a stone foundation, satellite dishes, and an American flag.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 7•3 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Quincy, CA
  • Place, Gansner Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Plumas County Library
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Feather River Community College District
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 3 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Keddie Wye House

Built in 1906, Keddie Wye House is a one-of-a-kind mountain retreat overlooking Spanish Creek at the famous Keddie Wye railroad junction. Enjoy private river access, forest trails, and expansive creekside decks just minutes from Quincy. Please note: active trains pass at all hours, the home has many stairs and uneven terrain, river access may vary seasonally, and the neighboring owner-occupied property has friendly off-leash dogs.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Two stories with stairs inside and out.
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Events

No events allowed
Events with approval only and extra charge.
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Return the keys
No need to do anything. Just be sure to leave the keys on the table and either check out in the app or send me a text to let me know you’re vacating. Thank you and safe travels home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3581838vb
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
Note from host: Events with approval only and extra charge.
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 and a first aid kit
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

Quincy

Located in Quincy, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Plumas County Museum and Indian Valley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bucks Lake Marina and Major's Outpost.
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Quincy, CA

What's nearby

  • Gansner Park - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Plumas County Library - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Feather River Community College District - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Plumas County Museum - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Pioneer Park - 19 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moon's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rich Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Plumas Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Morning Thunder - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Keddie Wye House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Keddie Wye House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Keddie Wye House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Keddie Wye House located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Feather River Community College District, Gansner Park and Plumas County Library. Plumas County Museum and Plumas District Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ember goes above and beyond to stock the house. The property itself is absolutely beautiful and special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope you can come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Amber was amazing, she went over and above to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JAMES L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the property was amazing. Beautiful views very nice property and a lot of history and hiking. The property manager and the property owner were both great to talk to and very helpful. We will come back
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh S.

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

Great Getaway Location

The Keddie Wye House has a great view of the railroad junction and is tucked away in a beautiful location. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whit E.

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

Beautiful Spot

Dramatic setting on Spanish Creek with the remarkable Keddie Trestle as the backdrop. Lots of great hikes nearby and the option of just hanging out at the property was always a definite consideration.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A c.

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

Best house, best host

This is our 3rd time staying and not our last. Ember is a wonderful, responsive, caring host -- and the house is amazing. It's setting on the creek is beautiful and secluded, perfect for swimming and lounging around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

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

Very Special Home

Gorgeous, special delightful home. Well taken care of & clean! Especially perfect if you like trains & water rushing sounds…. Zen….
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margie G.

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

Lovely cottage hideaway

We had a great time… we love the town of Quincy… getting down to the river, was not as easy as I thought it was going to be… And neither was floating down the river in my inner tube. Barbecuing up on the deck and just enjoying the surroundings was just a real pleasure.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

The House by the River

The property is beautiful and the sound of the river is calming. Watching the trains go by is a real experience. The sound and the feeling is very nostalgic.We hosted several meals with our local relatives and had a great time cooking and visiting.A little tough navigating the outdoor stairs for someone with mobility issues.All in all, a great place to stay and a wonderfully attentive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Keddie Wye 2023

My husband and I had a wonderful time! This house was so cozy, and it had just about everything we needed. We loved spending our time on the deck with out Great Dane pup, watching the trains go by and listening to the river. Beautiful location and Ember was an amazing host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melodie R.

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

Beautiful setting

Property was more beautiful than the pictures. Caretaker was a delight amd full of information. Rental has everything you need for an enjoyable experience. All the little touches add to the experience. Decks are wonderful to watch nature and enjoy the weather. Amazing experience for us all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

r b.

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

Best mtb homebase

Loved our stay at this amazing property. We were very close to Quincy where we did several days of mountain bike and was wonderful to come back to such a well appointed and comfortable property after a long day of riding. I also REALLY enjoyed fly fishing Spanish Creek and hooked may beautiful rainbow trout, including couple of 12"'ers, just steps away from the front door. We're already thinking of coming back. The nearby train is quite the feature, and we enjoyed that too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Rebekah Thank you for such a wonderful review and you captured the spirit of a stay at the Keddie Wye House. I look forward to hosting you and friends again in this ideal spot for mountain biking aficionados!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an unforgettable family stay at your charming historical cabin near Quincy, our first time in Plumas County during a stormy winter week.The cabin exceeded expectations, was perfectly described, with great WiFi, a well-appointed kitchen and a large table for family meals, and 2 beautiful clawfoot tubs with wild river views. We really liked the commercial ovens! Just a short 7-10 minute drive into Quincy for any needed items, we enjoyed shopping and exploring the cute mountain town while bonding. We captured postcard-worthy photos we’ll treasure forever.The host Ember was incredibly helpful from booking to arrival, even delivering toilet paper with kindness and grace when we ran out. When we forgot my husband’s running vest, she refused our shipping account or label, going above and beyond to return it to us. We had the best experience and can’t wait to return in summer to play in the water—thank you for sharing this gem with our family!
Wild river in winter
A family tradition
Lulu Approved of the accommodations
😀😀😀😀
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Great River Property

This is a great location for fishing, swimming, gold panning and hiking. The home is comfortable with all the necessities for large groups. We enjoyed sitting by the fireplace as it was raining, they provided plenty of wood to get through the stay. The property has several outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the mountain air and views. There’s a fire pit and two decks over looking the River. The train came by often but it was a quaint feature adding to the mountain retreat. It’s easy to get to the River and several hiking trails. The host was easy to communicate with and close by if something came up. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

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

Bachelorette trip

I came here for my bachelorette trip and was glad I did! The house feels like home almost. It’s quirky, cozy, has everything you need and more. Plenty of extra pillows/blankets/towels, you name it. All the streaming services were already logged in when we went, there weren’t any locked doors (which my nosey self appreciated). Plenty of books and lawn games. There’s so much to do, even just on the property. We loved hiking down the private creek side trail to our own swimming hole. I could have easily stayed a week. The host, Ember was super responsive to all of my questions. Check-in/out was a breeze. Oh and the train! Super cool being able to look out your window and see a train going by every once and awhile. The sound wasn’t an issue for us at night, I actually found it relaxing. No a/c but we were fine in the high 80 degree weather. The house is shaded so it stays relatively cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Location
Our first time at this house although we have rented “English Oaks” from this host. The house was beautiful, tastefully decorated and extremely comfortable. The views of the Keddie Wye and the green forest hills are amazing. 10/10 for ease of rental and the care and consideration in the cleanliness and stocking of the home. Highly recommend this host and her properties.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Buck lake adventure

We enjoyed ourselves so much . The fishing was wonderful , we had everything we needed and more. The house was so special and unique. Can’t thank you enough for our wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Lisa It was my pleasure to host you and your family. And, yes! The fishing on this pristine and private stretch of river is terrific. Most of all it makes me happy that you chose Keddie Wye House for your family's get together. Do consider coming back, you'll be welcome. .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Peace and Serenity

Magical, Artistic, Peaceful, and serene. This is a beautiful piece of property along the river. A great amount of original, natural, and personal hand artistry in every nook and cranny was found in the home and along the property. The experience was far above my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Our stay was incredible and everyone loved their time here.

Loved the home and location! The home was beautiful and we will do this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

An adventurous Get-a-way!

We had the best time! Beautiful property, great morning hikes and days spent at the private swimming hole. We loved the train and enjoyed BBQing on the deck! We also love the many seating areas and enjoyed every inch of the grounds. Very pretty, very peaceful and we hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian M.

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

Spectacular Property on Spanish Creek

I think the term "magical" is often overused. Not in this case. A pristinely maintained, well equipped, very clean home in an amazingly beautiful location. Very private on five acres. Access to the creek's pools via paths and steps. Several spacious decks over the river to relax and take in the views with Ospreys flying by. The property is located close to the Keddie Wye train junction. If you are a. train fan this is a huge plus, if not you may have some issues with trains occasionally going by above. We thought it was really cool. I'm somewhat reluctant give a deservedly great review as it might limit our chance of going back, because we can't wait to return. Hopefully we can soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ember English

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As a local resident, I'm delighted to welcome you to beautiful Plumas County! We feel fortunate to call this incredible place home and are excited to share it with you. From breathtaking scenery and endless outdoor adventures to peaceful moments by a lake or in the forest, the Lost Sierra offers an unforgettable escape. We hope you enjoy every minute of your stay and discover why so many people fall in love with this special corner of California.

What makes this property unique

The Keddie Wye House is more than a vacation rental—it's a one-of-a-kind mountain retreat where history, nature, and railroading come together. Built in 1906, this beautifully restored home sits at the foot of the world-famous Keddie Wye railroad junction, offering one of the most unique lodging experiences in Northern California. Guests enjoy front-row views of passing trains from expansive decks overlooking Spanish Creek while surrounded by the tranquility of the Plumas National Forest.

Unlike typical cabins, the property features private river access, secluded swimming holes, and exclusive trails leading directly into the National Forest. The sound of the rushing creek, custom wood craftsmanship, lush landscaping, and stunning forest scenery create a peaceful escape that's equally appealing to outdoor enthusiasts, photographers, history buffs, and railroad fans.

Located just seven miles from downtown Quincy, the Keddie Wye House offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Whether you're fishing, hiking, mountain biking, wildlife watching, or simply relaxing by the river, the home provides an unforgettable basecamp. Guests consistently praise its exceptional location, comfort, and attention to detail, making it a destination in itself—not just a place to stay. Few vacation rentals offer such a rare combination of historic character, private natural amenities, and iconic views found nowhere else.

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