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A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town

Smartsville vacation home with kitchen

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1 bedroom, desk, travel crib, WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Smartsville, CA
  • Place, Englebright Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, South Yuba River State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Nevada County Fairgrounds
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)

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About the neighborhood

Smartsville

On river.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Englebright Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of South Yuba River State Park with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bridgeport Covered Bridge and Pilot Peak Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Englebright Lake - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • South Yuba River State Park - 21 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Center For The Arts - 26 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Collins Lake - 45 min drive - 25.7 miles

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 40 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northridge Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The LakeHouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twelve 28 Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Player's Pizza, Pasta, and More - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Penn Valley Market - ‬15 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.

A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. This property feels like a state park situated in the foothills of the Sierra's on the confluence of Deer Creek and Squirrel Creek.
The beauty, history, and abundant diversity of plant and animal life make Confluence Ranch an unforgettable destination.
The space
The property is 135 acres, so its easy to feel like you are in the wilderness. We will provide instruction for the best trails and places to access the creek. Explore the meadow by playing disc golf with the 3 baskets set up in the meadow.

The tiny home provides everything one needs to by comfortable and happy. Its located at the bottom of the valley above the main meadow. You can hear the sound of the creek from camp all year long.

There are many places to visit that are nearby including Englebright Lake, which is great for boating and fishing only 5 minutes away. South Yuba River State Park is 15 minutes away featuring one of the oldest covered bridges in the West. Yuba River is magical with crystal clear water, deep swimming holes and warm beaches. There are plenty of easy trails to hike around the park. Hip + trendy Nevada City and Grass Valley are 20 minutes away that often have entertainment with seasonal events and music. There is a grocery store less than 10 minutes away.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Rules

Please put the key back in the lockbox when you le

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.7 mi (46-min drive) away from the Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town to downtown Smartsville?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi away from Smartsville.

A perfect getaway surrounded by nature and close to town Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pauline U., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway for 2 pups

Great tiny house on lots n lots of property. We hiked to the creek which in April was very active and if you travel further into the property, there are wonderful views and swimming holes (5 mins. drive with our Bronco). The turkeys visited daily even with our pups. The only sounds are the creek, crickets, and frogs. Awesomeness! We BBQ-ed (gas grill) and played dominos AND talked to each other. I learned to use a French press coffee maker which turned out my husband loves. Lots of off grid choices for this property. Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Communing with nature!

Cozy, comfortable, perfect for star gazing with the beautiful stream in the background.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Cozy little tiny house in a quiet little valley. Very private. Short walk to the creek. Enjoyed hanging out by the fire pit. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zarka P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet retreat

We went for a long weekend in autumn with our three elderly dogs. This was the ideal location to take them away from other people and animals. We only saw wild turkeys and my sister and one dog enjoyed dipping in the creek. Lots of flat areas to walk if you have mobility issues (our dogs did); a hammock; games; small kitchen; gorgeous outdoor tub and shower (as well as an indoor shower that we did not use); composting toilets; seating areas; outdoor grill (we didn't use); and, outdoor lights. This property looks like it will be developed to house a number of sites in the future so go while you can still enjoy it by yourself!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tiny but not

The setting, steps away from Deer Creek, was just what the Dr. ordered. The tiny house was quaint, clean, stocked with nice touches and secluded. The outdoor tub and shower was amazing to have on this, hottest weekend of the year. They had a gas grill, frisbee golf, tire swing and board games to keep you busy. The creek was cool and running fast, perfect for sitting in and cooling off. The AC unit was a beast and keep the tiny house cold, actually had to sleep with covers on! It's the perfect spot for 1 or 2 to "get away" from the city and crowds but not too far from necessities. There is no wifi however they do have a cell booster for those that like to keep in touch with social media posting pics and chatting. Overall it met my expectations and what made it more was the great communication from the owners and their openess.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome and relaxing place to stay!

It's a chill property with a creek nearby. There's also a couple of lakes if you want to rent a boat, but just kicking back in the yard is great! I always love outdoor baths and showers as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023