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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

New Rollins Lake Retreat

2018 two-story contemporary solar home overlooking Rollin’s Lake. Designed by award winning architect David Wright.

Energy efficient, gourmet kitchen, stunning views with three second story decks.

Easily sleeps six with room for additional guests.

Lake access by short path. Property adjacent to Orchard Springs Marina and boat launch.

Minutes to charming Grass Valley and Nevada City. Nearby hiking, skiing, historical parks, festivals and galleries.

A perfect retreat for friends and family. Two kayaks and longer term rentals are available, contact owner.

Property manager

Dennis and Linda O'Rear

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,225 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Property is not Child-Proof

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
Note from host: Please discuss this first
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Registration Number 1059

Property is also known as

Rollins Retreat Grass Valley
New Rollins Lake Retreat Grass Valley
New Rollins Lake Retreat Private vacation home
New Rollins Lake Retreat Private vacation home Grass Valley

About the neighborhood

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Grass Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Rollins Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Montoliva Vineyard & Winery - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park - 16 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Center For The Arts - 20 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Nevada County Fairgrounds - 21 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 15 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dine n Dash Pub & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Red Frog - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New Rollins Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New Rollins Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Rollins Lake Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New Rollins Lake Retreat located?

This family-friendly Grass Valley vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rollins Lake and Montoliva Vineyard & Winery. Stevens Trail Trailhead and Colfax Area Heritage Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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New Rollins Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

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

Lake Rollins Gem!

We absolutely loved this vacation home. The million dollar view spoke for itself, overlooking the lake. Clean, comfortable, and had every amenity needed to host Thanksgiving for our family. I would definitely recommend this home for anyone staying in the Nevada City/Grass Valley.area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda K., Napa, CA

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

It was a short visit & we will be back next year for sure!

It’s one of the best VRBO rentals in the Grass Valley area, best view of the lake & just peaceful all around, the owners are just truly amazing 🤩
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Beautiful View of Rollins Lake

What a view! Each morning was glorious waking up to such a beautiful view of Rollins Lake. Such a great location nestled in a lovely woodsy area about 15-20 minutes from old town Grass Valley. We enjoyed our stay - the house was well appointed and clean and comfortable. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R.

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

Beautiful lakefront home

Property is within 3 min walking distance from lake. Tons of fun games for the kids.. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

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

Best Vacation rental we’ve seen!

This house and the owner are both great. We stayed a few days and everything was what the pictures show or better! Great views! Very quiet. Well built house! We can’t wait to return for a longer trip!!! Owners are great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad V.

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

Awesome

This was an amazing split level property. The views were awesome, and just a small walk down to the lake. My family and I greatly enjoyed our stay and will be back. the owner was responsive and answered any questions I had. Truly amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Much Needed Family Vacation

The property was perfect for us. The views of the lake, the stars and the wildlife were enjoyed by all of us. We were able to walk down to the lake each day and enjoy our own semi-private beach. The care and detail put into the property for the enjoyment of the guests was very much appreciated. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

carly p.

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

Most amazing views, relaxing patios & deck, and fun swimming in the cove on the beach

We had the best time here! The views out the huge windows were amazing. There are 2 patios upstairs & a large deck with plenty of seating downstairs. We had the beach cove all to ourselves with shade most of the day. The owners were great with communicating everything with us. We can't wait to go back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Savannah W.

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

Relaxing friends getaway

We absolutely loved the spaciousness of the house for a group of friends. The view of the lake and trees was beautiful. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen for cooking meals. The beds were comfy and the house was really clean! We enjoyed walking in the neighborhood and being near Nevada city. It was such a lovely stay, we didn’t want to leave. The host was very helpful, communicative, and provided everything we needed for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect!

Beautiful and clean home. Excellent homeowner, always responding promptly We were impressed with the location, views, cleanliness, and welcoming of the home. Thank you Dennis for sharing your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaretta A.

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

So much better than photos show!

The only reason I gave one star less in accuracy is because the photos don’t do the house and location justice! It was an extremely nice home with lots of space and beautiful views. The trails for walking around the lake were so relaxing with the sounds of the birds. Easy access to Grass Valley and Nevada City. Treasure of a winery that Dennis recommended. Would stay again happily.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B., San Jose, California, USA

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

Beautiful house with an amazing lake view

The house is even more beautiful in person! It is a newer build and it was such a treat to stay somewhere so modern. They had every amenity we could think of - well-stocked kitchen, toiletries, games, books, lawn games, etc. The walk to the lake was a little bit of a trek with younger kids/kayaks/gear but a nice cove is accessible. Dennis was a pleasure to work with before and during our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

laurie l.

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

A beautiful slice of heaven

We had a girls trip with 6 of us and had an absolutely amazing stay! From the moment we walked up to the property we were impressed! A beautiful place inside and out! The owners made us feel at home and welcome. A big thing for me personally because I had back surgery is having a comfortable bed and it was!!! We are definitely planning on returning! Laurie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alecia H.

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

Fantastic Family Fun!!!

We took our three kids (11, 9, 6) for 3 nights and it was perfection. The home is absolutely stunning and very modern. The walk to the lake was only about 4 minutes so it was easy to take all the toys and chairs and cooler down in a few short trips. The lake water temp was ideal and allowed us to spend whole days hanging out there. Dennis made everything super easy to understand about the home and was very accommodating. My kids are asking when we'll be going back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Beautiful home with a spectacular view.

This home exceeded our expectations. It is a very attractive, well-constructed new building that is clean and very well maintained, with comfortable seating, and great views from both floors. Outside seating areas and nice landscaping make for pleasant spots to visit and enjoy the view. The owner was very responsive and provided explicit instructions/info, which I like. The location is ideal - 10 minutes from Grass Valley but it feels like a long way away with the serene scenery. A great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda K., Napa, CA

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

This Place is off the hook, if 10 stars were available to ✅ We'd give it a 🙌 10👌

This was the most prestean place we have experienced, in the past 5 years of coming up to Rollins Lake! The Owners are definitely the nicest, kindest, most professional people we've ever met! They took pride in this beautiful place & for us to be able to enjoy there home, is a blessing beyond our means. You will not be disappointed, Dennis is on point, responds immediately & is a wonderful person to communicate with. Thank you very much, we're looking forward to seeing you next year 2020🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

susanne k.

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

Gorgeous home, incredibly helpful and gracious host

This property well exceeded our expectations, it is a really beautiful home with high quality furnishings and the most comfortable beds. The hosts thought of every detail to make sure we had a relaxing and comfortable stay and to also make us feel safe with their extensive COVID precautions. We followed all of Dennis and Linda’s recommendations and loved them all from the mining museum to the ice cream shop. Most days we spent at the beach, which is a little cove a few minutes walk from the property. We had the place all to ourselves and enjoyed splashing around, fishing, and kayaking. We highly recommend this property. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P., Folsom

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

Beautifully designed retreat

Our family spent Thanksgiving at this lovely home. The views are gorgeous and the walking/hiking trails are easily accessible. We enjoyed the early morning quiet out on the master suite deck. It is a well-stocked home, as we decided to cook all our meals, and found adequate spices and condiments available. If your party has older kids or teens, the first floor area provides its own “living space” with bedrooms, bath, and main living area with a TV. This makes it nice for the adults to enjoy alone time upstairs with friends or family; nice, large TV there also. This home was more than we expected and will surely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

jasmine b.

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

Good stay overall!

Property was nice and nice views but found the owners little too interfering. Felt I was monitored 24/7, cameras in each room, constant messages were a little too much. My idea of vacation is totally relax without interference. Too high cleaning fee already and was asked to pay extra for a spot left over. What is $500 cleaning for anyway then?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim P.

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

Spectacular stay and experience in the CA Sierras.

This beautiful home with a setting right out of a postcard was nothing short of spectacular! exceeded all my expectations. Everything was in top order that helped provide a world class experience. Dennis and Linda, both made us feel welcome in their magnificent home. Dennis provided excellent detailed communication both in writing and via video on the operation of the home. I honestly felt like I already knew the place before arriving. I recommend reading their family story memorialized in the guest book, very touching and quite romantic. Thank you both. I will definitely be returning! Cheers"
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Beautiful home with breathtaking views

We had a wonderful stay at the Rollins lake retreat. The house is very well designed making the most of the stunning view. There are decks and patios at every turn really bringing the outside in. The kitchen is well appointed and the beds are very comfortable. The eating area is designed for 6 so when we had my in-laws over for dinner we had to break it up a little, the upstairs deck made the perfect additional dining spot. We sipped coffee & watched the sunrise over the lake from the main bedroom’s deck. The en-suite is gorgeous with a huge shower. The backyard has a nice shady area and grass to hang out and play games. There is a path to the lake. It’s not far but a bit of a hike and was a little tough for the grandparents. The path splits off in two directions, the path to the beach was blocked by a downed tree but we were able to easily follow the rocky shoreline from the jetty, just make sure to wear sturdy shoes. My floppy sandals weren’t the best choice the first day. The water was glorious. We brought a blow up kayak and paddle board and had a great time. There are also kayaks at the house you can rent. The owners are very organized and respond quickly. Dennis sent a bunch of texts to acquaint us with the house. In the flurry of my daughter’s graduation I wasn’t able to appreciate them until I got there and then found the how-to videos very helpful. The patio door handles are not intuitive but quite ingenious. We were all so happy with this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JASON F.

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

Beautiful property

The house is in a wonderful setting, and all elements of our stay there were very smooth. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Lake view stay

The property was gorgeous. The house was large enough for my family. My favorite part was waking up to the sun rise and view of the gorgeous lake. My kids enjoyed walking down to the lake and taking in the gorgeous views as well as the walk around the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice M., Golden, CO

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

Best Equipped Place EVER

This house is ideal for three couples - easy to relax into! The kitchen and bathrooms are very well equipped and supplied with good quality products. Beautiful views over the lake and a peaceful yard surrounded by flowers and shade trees complete the package. We were there for 4 nights and hosted family members who live locally for two dinners and there was enough tableware for all and space to sit in various smaller groups. Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Relaxing place to stay.

Great location, fantastic view, every possible amenity; we look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022