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Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river.

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A wooden deck with two square tables, a potted plant, and a view of a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV on the wall.
A mountainous landscape with a forested area and a path.
A wooden staircase leading to a balcony with string lights, surrounded by trees and stone steps.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a red refrigerator, and a wooden countertop.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tahoe National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Downieville, CA
  • Place, Tahoe National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Downieville Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Downieville Downhill
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony
Number of living rooms

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About the area

Downieville

Located in Downieville, this apartment is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Tahoe National Forest, while Downieville Museum and Underground Gold Miners Museum are cultural highlights.
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Downieville, CA

What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Downieville Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chimney Rock/Empire Creek Trails - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Downieville Downhill - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Yuba River State Park - 55 min drive - 67.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Rivers Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Cocina De Oro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪St Charles Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Saloon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪JADAAs Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best View in Downieville! Close to Town, trails and river. located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps away from Tahoe National Forest and Sierra Nevada Conservancy. Chimney Rock/Empire Creek Trails and Downieville Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little property at the top of a very steep hill! Awesome views, very quiet and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The bed was comfortable. Very basic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need. Beautiful view. Comfy bed. Amazing shower. Chill vibe. We'll be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place if you want quiet an to relax! One of the best I’ve stayed at so far.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great property! The room was perfect and the bed was so comfy. We will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location provides a wonderful view! And it is well provided for. However, going up the hill to the place is quite steep. As older folks we did not dare walk down to the downtown. For us the bed was too soft but some might like it. Overall we had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely the best view in Downieville. The driveway is quite steep. Yes, the host warns you of that fact but driving up and down it is an experience. The price per night was quite reasonable compared to the prices in town. One thing though, we felt the shower was tiny. You could barely turn around. The water pressure was good and there was plenty of hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's probably extremely demanding to be surrounded by nature and have a perfect house at the same time. There's work to be done everywhere. Our apartment was perfect: magnificent view, quiet, and with everything you need after a hike in the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What A View!

Very quiet studio with a super comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this small apartment conveniently located in downtown Downieville. Great views of the town below and surrounding mountains. The lodging was very clean and comfortable with a quiet atmosphere conducive to relaxation. As previous reviewers have mentioned the driveway up to the house is very steep so make sure you have decent tires and put your car in low gear before heading up the road! I would be happy to stay here again next time I make it to Downieville.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We would definitely stay here again! The steep drive up to the property was a little crazy but once we got to the top and realized how secluded we were it was great. It was so hot in Downieville but the temperature of the room was always comfortable. The bed was very comfortable, the room was clean and the set up was cute. The plumbing, mainly the toilet was a very slow flusher, but other than that it was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thanks for the honest review. It's appreciated. However, we don't agree with the rating so I am going to add some context. The first thing in the property description is that the driveway is steep. We also accommodated a last minute change to move your dates for free and kept your existing discount upon booking. You also left a broken item and didn't mention it.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Directly up the hill from downtown, End of steep street and a switchback driveway. A good descending and climbing walk, a good brake check and challenging bicycle climb, easiest in a car or truck. Enjoyable view of the town and valley. A bit of noise from the those above. A cozy space and tight cooking area. Good for one or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jesse, very clean and accurate posting of property. The drive up made us chuckle. Here are a few things we noticed that are very small but could make a big difference. Another set of pillows (woman love extra pillows), mark the tv switch and tag the black switch “lights” and lastly, have the fridge relatively cold. Property is gorgeous and we enjoyed our stay. Please take this as constructive and not destructive. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental has an outstanding view of Downieville itself and you can hear the river like you’re sitting next to it. The host was great at communication, it was perfectly clean, and was perfect for several nights away. I am glad we brought the truck, as this is on a steep hill !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment on a mountain above the very charming town of Downieville : ) Note: it's a very steep drive up to the house (and a very challenging walk!!!) so good to be aware of that - i.e. it's not within "strolling distance" of town, though technically not so far away! Absolutely lovely location though...waling up to a view of the pine-covered mountain directly oppsite is Just Amazing <3
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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