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Prospector's Cottage

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Prospector's Cottage

Good vibes abound in this Historic Downtown Grass Valley cottage. The Prospector's Cottage was built during the gold rush but has undergone a complete renovation to give it a modern feel while retaining its historic charm. Have a drink and relax on the front porch overlooking the neighborhood. Enjoy the Sierra foothills weather in the spacious outdoor dining and living areas. Walk to the many shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes or gather with friends in the bright & open kitchen/dining room. The house was built in 1880, but has a bright, modern, rustic feel throughout. It is about 1379 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The kitchen and dining room are in one larger space that is great for groups. The kitchen is well appointed for your vacation meal prep needs with new Bosch & LG appliances There are nice outdoor gathering areas for when the weather is nice. One bathroom is newly renovated with a spa like shower and the other retains its historic charm with a clawfoot tub / shower combination. Each bedroom has blackout shades and two of the bedrooms have remote work desk areas. The main bedroom has a standing desk. The WiFi is super fast so you can stay connected to your work while enjoying the Sierra foothills. The living room has a Samsung smart TV and a Roku that you can use to stream any content that you have access to. Guests have private access to the entire property with the exception of the detached garage which is used for storage. The property is set-up for self check-in, and there is a local co-host available if needed. We are a couple of blocks from historic downtown Grass Valley. It is a quiet neighborhood with houses from the late 1800's and early 1900's. Walk to some of the best cafes, bars, restaurants, and shops in the county. The streets are narrow in this neighborhood and not suitable for a large RV. Full-size pickups or vans will fit just fine. We love to park at the property and walk. There are many great places in walking distance. There is parking space for 3 cars in the driveway. The driveway for the house is off of Harper St., and is easier to approach from behind the house. As a result, we suggest driving past the house on Washington St, and then going around the block (see our guidebook). This is a quiet close-knit neighborhood. Please be respectful of our neighbors.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

502593

About the neighborhood

Map
Grass Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Center For The Arts - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 21 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Madi's Mexicali Stop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panoy Bistro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Barrel Taphouse & Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Prosperity Lanes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Maria's Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Prospector's Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prospector's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prospector's Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prospector's Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Grass Valley, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Grass Valley Brewing, Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce, and Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center. Center For The Arts and Lola Montez House are also within 15 minutes.

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Prospector's Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Upscale Cozy Stay

This was an awesome mini vacation and a great cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaap L.

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

Great stay in nice house in central Grass Valley

Fantastic house. Very well stocked great amenities nice beds. Great for group or families.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleen W.

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

Grass Valley Cottage

Everything was perfect. Nice cottage and was great with walking distance to all the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Welcoming and dog friendly

Prospectors Cottage is a well equipped home for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Girls Weekend

We had an amazing time exploring the Grass Valley and Nevada City Area. The house was immaculate and they provided everything we needed. We were able to walk to downtown Grass Valley for dinner and shopping and got to see the Christmas tree lighting. Such a wonderful stay and great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret d.

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

Beautiful Cottage

What a beautiful cottage in a convenient location. Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and more. The amenities were above and beyond. The outside space offered not only multiple seating options to enjoy the views and spectacular sunsets, but seating options, and grill in the back. Definitely look forward to a return visit. Peggy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Awesome House with Historic Charm

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the house, property, and location! It is decorated with class, comfort, and great attention to detail. The layout of the house was ideal for us and the extra pet amenities get a HUGE thumbs up! The binder of information and labels placed around the house were super useful. The property is big, private, and perfect for outdoor activities (BBQ, corn hole, and visiting). The local dining was delicious (Chinese, Mexican, and Italian) - Maria’s Mexican restaurant is steps from the house and I highly recommend enjoying a meal from this restaurant. Thanks for sharing this gem of a house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

Prospector’s Cottage Stay October 4-7

Upon arrival at the cottage, my family and I felt welcomed as if we were at home. Beautifully appointed, with great attention to detail that provided every comfort needed and beyond for a wonderful stay. Perfect location to walk downtown. Mornings enjoying a cup of coffee on the front porch taking in the tree-lined views were magic. We were sad to leave and are already looking forward to our next stay in 2025. Highly recommend this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rox Ann K.

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

Our Stay

House was beautiful and very charming. I just didn't like the driveway, have a big truck!! Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerry B.

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

Short stay

Such a pleasant place. Extremely well organized and thought out!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful Visit!

My family and I had a wonderful visit to Grass Valley! We enjoyed the downtown location of the beautiful Prospector’s Cottage. We changed the number of guests after we booked and the local host was very helpful and quick to respond to the request. We would stay again without hesitation at this wonderful rental when visiting Grass Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Exactly what you look for in a place to stay

This place is high quality, looks great inside, and has everything you need for a nice stay. The short walking distance to downtown GV is great, and you're a short drive away from Nevada City and other places to see. The home is well stocked, quiet, and while we couldn't use the back patio due to rain - the space would be excellent in the sunshine. Overall, exactly what you look for in a 5 star stay. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L., Walnut Creek

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

Lovely, warm place

We so enjoyed our stay at the Prospectors Cottage. We were there for a wedding and I only wish we had time to truly enjoy the place. The cottage was adorable and well appointed. The yard was so peaceful. It was a wonderful place and we would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Excellent location. Excellent home.

We loved our stay at the cottage! We loved the layout and space. Each room was very spacious and smartly decorated. The backyard was private. Everyday we’d walk the block to downtown for shopping and lunch. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

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

Comfortable

Updated, spacious, outdoor sitting areas, lots of light in the kitchen area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simona P.

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

Better than home!

So many thoughtful touches throughout. Very comprehensive property booklet. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Our stay at Prospectors Cottage

PC was our base to explore California’s gold country, Lake Tahoe, the Yuba River, Donors pass and lake as well as other activities. It was clean and comfortable. We came ‘home’ every day exhausted from hiking, swimming, shopping, and playing. The cottage was perfect for our needs. Much nicer and more comfortable than any hotel room. It afforded us time to our selves after our fun filled days to reflect and relax. I would definitely stay again. Recommend 10/10 The Smiths ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

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

Great location

This lovely house was perfect for our weekend getaway. The booking process was easy. Communication, house information and instructions were clear and easy to follow. The house was well appointed, comfortable, very clean and had everything we needed. The location was fantastic! We walked to town for refreshments, entertainment, shopping, and dinning. We hope to come back. It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Snow Excursion

We went to Grass Valley for few days because of it's proximity to the Sierras. It is close to the snow, without having to content with it. There are mant sights to see in town and the cottage is very close to downtown. It has been a pretty dry year as far as snow is concerned, but we had no trouble finding it as we headed up Hwy 20. There are plenty of USDF roads that we found past Washington Lookout. Places we were able to get out and play in the snow that were back, off of the main highway. The cottage itself is very charming and has everything a family could possibly need. The house was originally built in 1880 but has all of the modern comforts we could ask for. We would definitely stay here again. Very clean and comfortable. Grass Valley is a charming miuntain town, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andersen Y.

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

Great property in downtown Grass Valley

Great location with a very nice remodel of an old home. Kitchen and bedrooms are very nice. Back yard is a great outdoor gathering place, even though it was too cold for that during our stay. People with mobility issues should be aware there are some step downs, as this is one of the older original houses (I used to walk by this house in the early '60's, and it wasn't a new house then.). The host was quick to respond to my questions. We had a great stay and I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Magnificent

From schedule to return and everything in between: MAGNIFICENT. The entire supporting staff did a professional job in maintaining a most beautiful house. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

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

Grass Valley treasure

This remodeled historic home was fantastic! Within walking distance to downtown, this remodeled home was everything we could ask for. From the beautiful large kitchen, with every conceivable kitchen appliance, to the equally large laundry room, 2 modern bathrooms, 3 comfortable bedrooms, plenty of onsite parking, plus a huge outside area for entertainment, this home is a gem. Any questions that I had were answered quickly by Jenny who was my contact and a delight to speak with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

E S.

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

Adult family stay

It was perfect. This house has absolutely everything you would ever want or need and then some. Owners have gone to great lengths to add a lot of special touches to really make you feel at home. The location is perfect and the he is pristine. Great accessibility for my elderly father who is mostly in a wheelchair and uses a walker around the house. Couldn’t have asked for anything better. Thanks!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

5 Star Home, Sweet Neighborhood and Great Walkability to Town

This is a beautiful vintage family home that has been lovingly maintained. It is charming and yet has been updated everywhere. The host is very helpful, accessible and considerate. We loved the gracious front porch, the yard is secure for animals and children, the big kitchen with windows overlooking the rose garden is marvelous. It is a short 5 minute walk to town and that is outstanding! Downtown is vibrant and alive with many things to do. The home was immaculately clean, fresh, and nicely decorated. The kitchen has everything you need and the home is well stocked with common products you need for your stay. We will for sure return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Heavenly Home in Grass Valley

We were greeted by the property manager, Jen, who was so kind, genuine and eager to help us get settled in! From there it just got better! Everything we expected and needed for a restful stay in the beautiful historical town of Grass Valley. The home was walking distance from everything we needed. There was enough space for family to hang out with each other or to come together for a meal and play card games. The backyard patio was spacious and relaxing. Great place to have morning coffee and play a little bit of corn hole! We definitely marked the cottage as our #1 place to stay when we return to Grass Valley. Thanks, Don, for sharing your cottage with my family - you have a very beautiful and relaxing home! Ken & Family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024