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

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A two-story building with a porch and a small window at the top.
A cozy living room with a decorated Christmas tree, two sofas with red cushions, and a framed sign on the wall.
A coffee machine with a water reservoir, a coffee pod holder, and a mug rack on a kitchen counter.
A cozy reading nook with a fireplace, a bookshelf filled with books, and a plush armchair.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a white table and teal chairs, and a patterned rug on the floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 8 guests, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers adventure activities like cave exploring, game walks, and hiking or biking. Enjoy the outdoor patio, porch, and deck. Located waterfront-side, it’s near a shopping area and city center. Nearby attractions include Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church and Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Jackson, CA
  • Place, Detert Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Amador County Chamber of Commerce
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church
    ‪6 min walk‬

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Property # 2605467vb
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
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

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 horse riding and hiking 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
  • Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jackson Rancheria Casino - 15 min drive - 9.0 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
  • ‪Vallarta Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 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 29 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bethany’s - Charming 4-bedroom Historic Home in Downtown Jackson on 11 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,114, 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).

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.

Languages:

English

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