Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate
Grass Valley, Sherman County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate The Ben Taylor Home, built by Ben Taylor, originally a gold rush 49er, in 1866. It was the first estate in the gold mining town of Grass Valley, home to the Empire Mine, the Idaho Maryland Mine, the North Star Mine, and the Cassidy (Linden) Mine. Adventurous miners lived in cabins and tents. Grass Valley was the richest gold mining area in California. Ben Taylor, a...
Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate The Ben Taylor Home, built by Ben Taylor, originally a gold rush 49er, in 1866. It was the first estate in the gold mining town of Grass Valley, home to the Empire Mine, the Idaho Maryland Mine, the North Star Mine, and the Cassidy (Linden) Mine. Adventurous miners lived in cabins and tents. Grass Valley was the richest gold mining area in California. Ben Taylor, a Kentucky native, stayed and made Grass Valley his home. An outstanding horseman, friend of Mark Twain and "old Waloopa" the local mountain Nisenan Indian leader. He created transportation and food enterprises: ox-drawn wagons for hire, sold tamed wild mustangs, built a toll road to Colfax, owned Buena Vista Ranch, drove 500 head of cattle out from Kansas City, supplied milk to the local hotels, restaurants, and miners.On one of his cattle drives, while on the Oregon Trail, he met and later married Ester. Initially, they lived on the Buena Vista Ranch, which was an hour-and-a-half ride to the town of Grass Valley. Ester yearned to live within walking distance to town, so "Benj" bought this acreage and built the Ben Taylor Home, completing it in 1866.The Ben Taylor Home, owned by the Ben Taylor family descendants for 157 years, is designated a "Class A" historic property by the City of Grass Valley and Nevada County. Sold in November, 2021, to Bob and Carrie Curlee, owners of the local Crest Point Farms cattle ranch, the Ben Taylor Home is, for the first time, being made available as a vacation and short-term rental where you can experience the rich history and share the remarkable story that are the foundation of this historic 1866 home.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
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
- Town
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Parasailing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Barbecue grill
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND ANYWHERE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE PROPERTY. The City of Grass Valley is in an extreme fire hazardous zone. This is a registered hi: NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND ANYWHERE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE PROPERTY. The City of Grass Valley is in an extreme fire hazardous zone. This is a registered hi
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
- Note from host: Weddings, meetings, events charged separately
- 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
- Property Registration Number 6521866
About the area
Grass Valley
Grass Valley is home to this holiday home. Lola Montez House and Bourn House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery. Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce and Nevada County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Center For The Arts 7 min walk
- Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce 10 min walk
- Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center 10 min walk
- Empire Mine State Historic Park 2 min drive
- Nevada County Fairgrounds 3 min drive
Getting around
- Colfax Station 21 min drive
- Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Madi's Mexicali Stop 3 min drive
- Thirsty Barrel Taphouse & Grille 11 min walk
- Prosperity Lanes 17 min walk
- Maria's Mexican Restaurant 12 min walk
- Sourdough & Co. 11 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate located?
Situated in Grass Valley, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Center For The Arts, Condon Park and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center and Grass Valley Brewing are also within 15 minutes.