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Forest Cottage Retreat

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Property grounds
Private kitchen
Dining
Living area
Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Grass Valley, CA
  • Place, Nevada County Fairgrounds
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Northstar Mine Powerhouse & Pelton Wheel Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Center For The Arts
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Forest Cottage Retreat

This charming cottage nestled in a forest seconds from downtown Grass Valley & ten minutes from Nevada City, your quaint getaway awaits! Minutes from two Mining Museums, the iconic Northstar House, Center for the Arts, NC Fairgrounds, Yuba river & Scotts Flat Lake! You will be a stones throw away from The Strawberry, Celtic & California Bluegrass Festivals, Worldfest, the Nevada County Fair. Hiking, Biking & Horse Trails. This property is incredibly serene, private, & full of peace. Become apart of the history today and share the legacy with us here!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4207741vb
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

Grass Valley

Grass Valley is home to this cabin. Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Yuba River State Park and Auburn State Recreation Area. Nevada County Fairgrounds and Center For The Arts are also worth visiting.
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Grass Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Northstar Mine Powerhouse & Pelton Wheel Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Center For The Arts - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Beale Air Force Base - 36 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 28 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Barrel Taphouse & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caroline's Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger & Cream - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Forest Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest Cottage Retreat located?

Situated in Grass Valley, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Nevada County Fairgrounds and North Star House. Northstar Mine Powerhouse & Pelton Wheel Museum and Condon Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

6.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ling H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The cabin has everything you need and is well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylyn M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cute and cozy. I loved the location, the cabins surrounded by trees but 5 minutes from town!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
host was kind and friendly. she called us when we needed to communicate and the place was neat and tidy. we enjoyed our stay, perfect cozy trip. the place was secluded but right next to any stores or restaurants we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M J.

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

Long weekend getaway

Great location. Wonderfully secluded yet near town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindasue M.

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

Peaceful and pleasant

Lovely little cottage very close to grass Valley. Jennifer very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2025
Thank you for review.. come again
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gary E.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
previous tenant wouldn't leave, so i had to rebook on the spot. since then, the host agreed that i should have a full refund, but she is now not contacting me regarding the refund. Is the amount taken immediately or after the stay?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denese W.

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

Weekend Getaway

Warm and cozy. Bed is a little in the firm side. But overall, we really enjoyed our. Jennifer is a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2025
Thank you….
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jennifer was an amazing host! Even with a small miscommunication because of the website, she was able to accomodate us and make our stay an awesome one. The property is really idyllic and perfect for a gettaway. It's cozy, comfortable and the little porch outside to watch the stars at night is pretty dope. I highly, highly, recommend this cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Perfect!

We couldn't ask for better. Our trip was due to a family medical emergency, and after nonstop chaos and stress, it was so nice to sit outside in the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2025
My pleasure sharing our piece of heaven.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anthony B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It's a dump. Pee stains on old worn out mat at front door, next to hand-printed 'Take Your Shoes off Sign"! Broken shower head, holes in wall, smelled of urine and mold, filthy indoor rugs, dirty towels on filthy dirty bathroom floor, bloody used sheets left on bed, garbage piled outside, garbage left inside camp cooler, owner/operator rude when she arrived two hours after we left numerous messages, the four reviews on her site were all false. The place was a dump and we were not offered any compensation, apology or help by Jennifer, owner/operator or VRBO. I doubt this review will ever be read by future guests. Such a shame.
Pee stained carpet at front door next to 'Take your shoes off' hand printed sign!
Broken shower, couldn't be used if we dared step into the filthy tub
Dirty tub on filthy bathroom flloor
Unmade bed with bloody sheets
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Gerstung

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Hello to all! I am apart of a 7th generational family local to Nevada County. People say I'm upbeat, energetic & full of informative stories about the history of Nevada County and the best places to go. I'm deeply connected to the rich history of this community. Your stay will feel memorable and be unique depending on what you like to do! Our accomodations are special and our location is magnificent! We want everyone to have an opportunity to experience the surroundings in the way they feel is best! Tap into our knowledge of restaurants, music events, and the most serene trails and nature paths. Your stay will feel curated to your heart's desire with our fun & thoughtful tour guidance. Become apart of the rich history & legacy today here at our vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

Our family are 7th generational locals to Grass Valley and helped co-found much of the existing infrastructure in place today. We strive to carry this legacy on through the restoration and stewardship of our 100 year old family farm. Our goal is for others to feel connected as if they were apart of the family. We want people to delve into the history of the rich gold mining culture as well as expience the sheer magnitude of the surrounding beauty of the natural rolling hills, forests, rivers, creeks, pastures & varieties of native plants and animal life. We are descendant from foresters, farmers, preservationists, and the brilliant engineers behind the iconic North Star Gold Mine. We wish to pass of the legacy and share the richness of our small town culture with you!

What makes this property unique

We are seconds from downtown and minutes from Nevada City yet you will feel like you are miles away from everything. Gigantic trees, singing birds, and a constant gentle breeze are some of the natural ammenties you will feel and experience in this isolated forest oasis. You will feel the heartbeat of Grass Valley while maintaining the privacy & luxury of peaceful, quiet, accomodations. You will feel perfectly balanced between restfulness and excitement. Come enjoy what is here for you to share & experience!
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