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Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home

Grass Valley vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4725 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Grass Valley, CA
  • Place, Rollins Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Center For The Arts
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Nevada County Fairgrounds
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grass Valley

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rollins Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Montoliva Vineyard & Winery with a stay here. Sierra Vista Community Center and Colfax Area Heritage Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rollins Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park - 13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Center For The Arts - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Thunder Valley Casino - 58 min drive - 40.6 miles

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 12 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trailblazer Craft Pizza & Brews - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Dine n Dash Pub & Grill - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home

This is not a vacation home that we built as much as it is an experience that we created. Please read our guest reviews!

As seen in Sunset and Dwell Magazines, the Lotus Lake House is a completely 'green' exclusive home designed by the award-winning architect Michelle Kaufmann. Its sleek & modern with accordian-style glass walls that completely open to the deck and views of the lake. Lots of windows and cool welcoming tones. We are completely off-grid and have been awarded 'Build it Green' and 'Keep the Sierra Green' certification.

We're situated on 7 acres of private forested property. We cleared just enough trees to have fabulous views of Rollins Lake or instead of just gazing, hike the private trail from the deck to the lake and hop in the canoe we provide guests. With the glass 'Nano' walls open to the outdoors - indoor and outdoor living is blended. No neighbors or other structures in sight! Just the Sierra Mountains, trees, deep blue water, deer, owls, raptors and the ocassional honking geese.

Whether you are on the deck sipping coffee and watching the beautiful sunrise over the mountains, reading, sipping a drink at sunset or star gazing at night, the experience is magical.

Our home is ideally suited for a romantic get-away, or for a couple of good friends or close family members who just need a retreat from the stresses of daily life. Sit on the deck and enjoy the water activity during the summer, swim in the lake or come off season when it's absolutely still. Ideal for writer/artist retreat. Only earth-friendly products are used so it's perfect for people with chemical sensitivities.


For those who want to support the environment while staying in an exclusive and unique property, you can't ask for more. You'll feel like you are in a treehouse. As one of our guests said, 'if you need to relearn how to breathe, this place will teach you'!
Come experience off-the-grid living in luxury!

The Lotus Lake House was the showcase home at the 2007 West Coast Green Show in San Francisco.

Please read our guest comments as they describe the experience better than we ever could!!


Keywords: ecofriendly,contemporary,unique,lakefront,romantic,pet-friendly,luxury,secluded,private, boating,close to downtown Grass Valley & Nevada City, green, eco, dog friendly (25$ per dog )lake, forest, cabin, unique,

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 725 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Return the keys
Please don't strip the bed, cleaning will handle that.
Turn the heat down to 58
Return the keys to the mechanical room
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Secluded 'green' Award-winning Contemporary Lakefront Home House
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Secluded 'green' Award winning Contemporary Lakefront Home
Secluded 'green' Award winning Contemporary Lakefront Home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 60.4 mi (68-min drive) away from the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home to downtown Grass Valley?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi away from Grass Valley.

Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 162 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying in the beautiful house and enjoying the views of the lake. Tod was the best host! Responsive and welcoming. Would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ashley V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The area was beautiful and absolutely would love to come again! Main issues were locking doors for some reason, as well as the lack of cleanliness. We expected it cleaner since the price was pretty up there. What I had to clean during the stay was the grill, the couch, windows were a bit smudged when there, and the shower was full of mildew and the red bacteria. Would come back again if cleaning improves(:
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

Great location, peaceful relaxing, nice view among the trees, loved all the windows!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was awesome, couldn’t have asked for a better weekend retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at this secluded and peaceful home. The home has a large deck and glass floor to ceiling walls giving you fabulous views of the trees and the Lake just beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone Oktavia

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It always blows me away with this location! Very quiet and safe and definitely a needed getaway. We enjoyed our time there and Tod was as always a super host and made sure we felt comfortable. However we did wish that the washing machine/dryer was functional. There was also a jacuzzi this time, but it seemed out of function. We wish that there had been more info about this, but we enjoyed our time there without regardless!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan G., Napa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the location and the views. The property was comfortable and clean.The bed was too hard for me, and too soft for my husband, so it's probably perfect for everyone else! Thanks for the ice! The hike down to the lake was a bit steep (and slippery after the rain) in a very few places but was mostly a gentle switchback hike, easy to navigate for these two seniors. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Laci S.

I will say the property is beautiful location and it served its purpose for our stay. The lake was great, the path was clear, and it did feel very private. We enjoyed our time there. But it felt very run down, and out of date. The price point makes sense now I’ve stayed there. The lighting in the kitchen was just kinda put together instead of fixing. Cords hanging absolutely everywhere, old iPod docks in the walls, holes around the electrical switches. Deck boards that are almost rotted through, washer/dryer was broken, broken hot tub out. The doors and windows were really hard even with a literal manual to explain it. And the house manual is insane. It’s a small book! Almost everything has a “just in case it doesn’t work” and strict rules. There was so much of his “junk” around the property that it really took away from the atheistic of the whole house and vibe. All in all, what they call “quirks” takes away from the whole experience to have to figure out how to even use the rental. You shouldn’t have to read a manual to lock doors, open windows, use basic kitchen appliances, lighting, or water use. Update your directions: some of those landmarks are not there.My husband fixed the tv because it was half hanging off the wall and we thought that would be nice to leave it a little better than how we found it. We messaged our host when we booked and never once heard anything from them the entire time. The place is nice for its purpose and price point but it needs love.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

george d.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time, weather was perfect, property was clean and had all of the essential items needed for a quick 2 day trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I spent two nights at this beautiful property, which wasn’t enough to completely enjoy the peace and quiet we received. We were so entertained by the quietness and peaceful surroundings that we had no need to leave
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

Beautiful serene location and house
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

We loved our stay! So secluded, quiet and relaxing, but close to Grass Valley, Nevada City and all kinds of outdoor fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin C.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Donald

Traveled with partner
If you’re looking for peace and quiet this is for you. This green prefab is very secluded. It is starting to show its age though. Music system is set up for docking an old style iPod. Deck is at the point it will need to replaced soon. Unfortunately, currently the lake is about 20 feet low making access from the home difficult at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house

We loved everything about our stay here! The area gorgeous and the home is incredible! We were very comfortable even through a brutal heatwave (105 degrees!!) The path to the lake is beautiful and well maintained. You could tell how much thought and care was given to this sweet home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Los Altos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful private house in the trees

There is nothing to not like about the Lotus house. It’s in a gorgeous location seemingly perched in the trees. It is quite stylish without being in your face about it. It is very clean and the Tod is very responsive to questions. Rent it. You won’t be sorry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Views and Solitude

Spring snow and cold weather didn't detour us from enjoying the wonderful home. Fabulous windows and deck. Everything clean and in place. On a private road and not likely to have other people coming by.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Roseville

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome lake views

What a wonderful stay at the lotus Lakehouse. Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway Experience

There was a black Bear in the garbage cans.And a Mountain Loin on the deck at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

forrest d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Three day get away

Relaxing very beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakefront home

The property was beautiful, not to far from the city of Colfax or Grass valley but far enough for some peace and quiet. The walk down to the water was pleasant, not to far and not a steep walk. Overall a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous privacy and Gorgeous Scenery

It is an intimate romantic place just perfect for a couple. We will go back again and again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian V., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay but please heed the advice re:ticks

This was such a cool property. So peaceful and beautiful. Partner and I came here to get away - loved the views, fresh air, starry skies. We were really looking forward to using the canoe in the lake. On the walk down to the lake there’s a really cool path except for one thing. TICKS. We’re used to having to pull ticks off of our dog after hiking, usually just one or two. Not here though, when we got to the bottom of the path there were no less than 20 ticks on my dog. I had to pull them all off not to mention a few on me, and then carry my dog back up the hill which sucked. The thing is, someone else mentioned this in the reviews and I really wish I heeded their advice. I don’t think it’s fair to ding the property because we encountered the same exact problem when we hiked Malakoff Diggins, it’s really just a grass valley thing, but please if you love your dog do not hike down to the lake. Ok now that that’s out of the way, the rest of the stay was so wonderful. When we couldn’t find the cushions for the outdoor furniture we messaged Tod who resolved the problem quickly and was very communicative. Even though it got down to 39 outside at night it was very comfortable inside. During the day being able to open all the doors was really cool. Oh one more thing that is in no way the fault of the property but there are some annoying wakeboarders who blast really loud basically strip club music during the day on Saturday. Not exactly super peaceful, but overall loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scnenery

Loved the quiet surroundings. Rained the whole time but was still fabulous watching the rain through the big windows.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023