River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps!
Sierra City, Sierra County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps! Whether you enjoy outdoor activities or just want to relax on our deck overlooking the river, you will love this place. Hike the trails nearby, swim, kayak, and picnic at one of many beautiful mountain lakes, gaze at the Sierra Buttes, fish and enjoy the local swimming holes on the Yuba River, or just relax with a view of the river and the Tahoe...
River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps! Whether you enjoy outdoor activities or just want to relax on our deck overlooking the river, you will love this place. Hike the trails nearby, swim, kayak, and picnic at one of many beautiful mountain lakes, gaze at the Sierra Buttes, fish and enjoy the local swimming holes on the Yuba River, or just relax with a view of the river and the Tahoe National Forest. Perfect for a family vacation or group of friends. Great for tele-commuting with a view -- if your boss will let you!During winter it's a great location to avoid the crowds of the Tahoe area and is great for cross country skiing, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, or sledding with the family. Or just relax by the cozy fire. Borrow our snowshoes and poles or our sled and have some fun.Enjoy time on the riverside deck, fish on the river below, and sleep to the relaxing sound of the river. Enjoy the restaurants in the picturesque mining town of Sierra City or Downieville or buy groceries at the local Country Store and cook or barbecue at the cabin. Ride your bikes around town, ride the single tracks on your mountain bike, or ride your road bike up Gold Lake Road along many gorgeous lakes. New: Electric Vehicle charging available if arranged in advance.Check out our low weekly pricing - may be better to spend a week - there is lots of see and do in the area. Telecommute from the cabin for a few days while the rest of your family enjoys a longer vacation.There are two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One king bed, one queen bed, and a queen size air mattress that can go in either room or the living room. One bathroom has a shower, the other has a bathtub with a shower head. The second bedroom has a private entrance to the hall bathroom. There is access to the entire house, except the garage. Living space is about 1200 square feet.The TV is an old 35 inch model but it is set up with a ROKU box and both Netflix and Amazon Prime Video subscriptions so you can enjoy great movies, TV shows, news, weather, and music. Although there is no cable TV, most broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, ESPN, etc.) have apps on the ROKU so you can watch those networks live if you have a cable subscription at home. Plug your music player to the stereo system (bring adaptor if required). VHS, CD, and Cassette players are also available.You are welcome to use the gas barbecue on the back deck facing the river and the washer and dryer in the hall bath. Connect your phones and laptops to our WiFi network for fast internet connectivity.You may borrow our kayak to enjoy on the lakes nearby (not the river). Fits two adults and a child or dog. Please arrange for kayak ahead of time if interested.Guests have access to the whole cabin, except the garage.Please LIKE us on facebook and follow us on Instagram where you will find more pictures and videos. Search RiverFrontMountainCabin on facebook or Instagram.NotesFor holidays or weekends from June to October we have a 3 night minimum (except with short notice if the dates are still available or if only 2 nights are available on the calendar)In cases where we have another guest checking in or out on the same day, I need to check our housekeeper's schedule before confirming your reservation request. If our housekeeper's schedule requires a later check-in time or earlier checkout time, I will check with you before confirming your booking. Sorry for this inconvenience. On the positive side, we often have flexible checkin/checkout times if our housekeeper's schedule allows it.Note: During busy times of the year, if you check in or check out on a Sunday, we may require checkout by 11 am or check in at 6 pm due to availability of the cleaner.The cabin, including its decor, is from the 60s. Most of our guests appreciate the "vintage" look. Just note it's not a modern home and it is rustic. We have formica and linoleum. We don't have a dishwasher or a garbage disposal. Also, our heaters sometimes make noise when they expand and contract (but we have electric heaters as back up if that bothers you).There is no big grocery store nearby. It's part of the appeal of the small town. We recommend you shop for groceries at home or on the way up in Auburn, Grass Valley, or Marysville.If you are coming for snow in the winter please check the weather and snow levels or ask Francisco ahead of time. We sometimes don't have snow at cabin level - depending on the weather and time of the year but you can usually find snow a short drive away. The cabin is at 4200 Feet. Bassetts Station and Gold Lake Road (5500 feet) are 5 miles away and the Yuba Pass SNO Park (6700 feet) is 11 miles away.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
- Golf
- Ski & snowboard
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- EV car charger
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Ski in/ski out
- Water view
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Mountain view
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Ski-in/ski-out access
Internet
- Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
- Car required
Family friendly
- Children's toys
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Music library
- TV
- Video library
- Games
- Stereo
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- One pet total
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Strictly non smoking (inside or outside)
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Golf
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- Water sports equipment
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Kayak
- Snow sports gear
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, skiing nearby, games and toys, washer and dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 35
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- PLEASE DO NOT MOVE FURNITURE or decorations. If you must, please move them back. Our housekeeper would appreciate this very much.: PLEASE DO NOT MOVE FURNITURE or decorations. If you must, please move them back. Our housekeeper would appreciate this very much.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sierra City
Located in Sierra City, this cabin is on the waterfront. Chimney Rock/Empire Creek Trails and The Downieville Downhill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Western Pacific Railroad Museum and High Sierra Books. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Kentucky Mine Museum 16 min walk
- Big Springs Gardens 4 min drive
- Lower Sardine Lake 13 min drive
- Upper Sardine Lake 14 min drive
- Sierra Buttes Fire Lookout 36 min drive
Getting around
- Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) 69 min drive
Restaurants
- Red Moose Cafe 20 min walk
- Herrington's 4 min drive
- Buckhorn Restaurant & Tavern 20 min walk
- Old Sierra City Hotel Bar & Restaurant 3 min drive
- Sorracco's Saloon & Salon 3 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is River Front Mountain Cabin in the California Alps! located?
Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Sierra City is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kentucky Mine Museum and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Big Springs Gardens is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.