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Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains

A Gold Country getaway where Black Bear décor meets rural relaxation, complete with a pool table, hot tub and on-site golfing for couples seeking quiet time

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Bear Den BnB in Gold Country offers a private entrance to a peaceful retreat. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast, a sunroom with pool, a Koi pond, and a hot tub. The rural property features free WiFi, on-site golfing, and a firepit for evening relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

About the area

Located in Grass Valley, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and near theme parks. Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce and Center For The Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum and Miners Foundry Cultural Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking. Visit our Grass Valley travel guide
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Grass Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Empire Mine State Historic Park
    Empire Mine State Historic Park
    9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce
    11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center
    11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Center For The Arts
    11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Lola Montez House
    11 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Colfax Station
    23 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    7 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    6 min drive
  • 1849 Brewery
    6 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
    6 min drive

About this property

Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains

  • Family-friendly bed & breakfast in a rural location
  • Consider a stay at Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and take advantage of free breakfast, golfing on-site and a firepit. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
  • Other perks include:
    • A bike on-site, local meal delivery service and games
    • Barbecues, a billiards/pool table and golf privileges (optional)
    • Smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains include thoughtful touches, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Private fenced gardens, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We are exercising VBRO's exemption to Service Animals. Due to the hosts health issues no pets, including service animals, are allowed on the property
Hot tub usage hours are from 6 AM until 10 PM

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of Empire Mine State Historic Park, Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce, and Center For The Arts. Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum and Miners Foundry Cultural Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Away from city lights, nestled in the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Great weekend getaway

Wanted a nice getaway for the weekend for my wife & I and this was an amazing spot. Julie & Ken were great hosts and their property was beautiful & so relaxing. We will definitely be returning for another weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

This was a wonderful place to stay! The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating, kind and helpful. They provided breakfast each morning in their sunroom that looked out on their luscious yard. They paid close attention to detail... even had a welcoming banner saying "Happy 33rd Anniversary!"
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni W.

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

Peaceful

Great location and amazing hosts. Perfectly peaceful get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

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

Perfect spot

A perfect spot, wonderful hosts, great breakfast, private hot tub that is amazingly good, located in a sweet area between downtown Grass Valley and Nevada City, would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

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

Wonderful amazing host

Beautiful living area. amazing host. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry F.

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

Beautiful property, wonderful location, attentive hosts, highly recommend!

A beautiful stay, and the hosts were amazing! The living quarters are a little small for an extended stay, but the exclusive use of the gorgeous, spacious sunroom, more than made up for it. Sitting in that room looking out onto the beautiful property, was a peaceful way to start each day. The hosts were kind and attentive to our every need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorin W.

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

Wonder time

We had a very relaxing, enjoyable time. The hosts were fabulous, very approachable and friendly. We really enjoyed relaxing in the sunroom, being in the hot tub, and sitting by the fireplace in the evening. We hope to come again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

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

Wonderful place to get away!

My husband and I stayed here for a weekend retreat to celebrate our anniversary. Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The hosts are so nice and accomodating. The sunroom was stunning and the room was cozy. Highly recommend for a getaway in the woods. We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful place to stay and breakfast was quite good. The owners went above & beyond. The property looks a little more remote than it actually is: which turned out to be super convenient for accessing either Grass Valley or Nevada City.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Peaceful setting

We loved our time at Ken and Julie's home in Grass Valley. It's a wonderful setting and excellent getaway, close to everything but still tucked away in the forest where you can get some great downtime. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Perfect relaxing getaway

My wife and I had a great experience staying here for our anniversary. The backyard and sunroom are beautiful and well kept. Great place to get away for a relaxing romantic weekend. Also loved the hot tub surrounded by trees. The hosts were very nice and accommodating. Would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KaShell V.

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

Sooo great!

The best hosts ever!We had the pleasure of staying at the bear den. The experience was great to say the least. The bed is super comfortable. The views are so pretty. We were taken care of!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beverly s.

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

Review of the Bear Den

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved the comfortable room, the private recreation/breakfast room and the jacuzzi. The koi pond/waterfall and lush setting was very pleasant. Julie & Ken were very friendly and kind. We will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

A lovely weekend getaway

My fiancé and I had an incredible stay at the Bear Den. We enjoyed the property including the hot tub. The hosts were extremely thoughtful by having a fire set up for us to use, a celebration banner and even a box of chocolates for my fiancé who we were celebrating. We would definitely recommend a stay here. Can’t wait to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

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

Exactly what we needed!

For my husbands birthday I was looking for a place to stay near Grass Valley/Nevada City. This place was perfect! Julie and Ken went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. We enjoyed sitting in front of the fire at night and the delicious breakfast the next morning. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

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Hidden Gem

Loved our stay at this beautiful hidden gem. The hosts were warm and welcoming and made sure every detail of our stay was perfect. The continental breakfast each morning was fresh and delicious. So nice to have the whole sunroom to ourselves to play pool, enjoy views of the Koi pond and have glimpses of small airplanes preparing to take off. Nature was right outside of our window, of birds and several deer only a few feet away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Wonderful Stay at the Bear Den

Our hosts created a wonderful experience. In addition to our room, they shared a beautiful sunroom and a patio overlooking an attractively landscaped backyard. This included a waterfall and Koi pond. Breakfast was included, which was a special treat. The bear den theme was felt throughout.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee J.

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

A cozy hideaway

My friend and I had a lovely stay here for a small birthday celebration. They added some personal touches with a happy birthday sign and made breakfast in the morning. The owners were so nice and helpful with every request we had. This location is close to amazing food and shopping in Nevada City, as well as hiking and other adventures. Will definitely be coming back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Perfect getaway spot

My partner and I found this to be a perfect getaway spot. Having access to the sun room made all the difference as the room itself is not large but it served our needs just fine. The icing on the cake is the continental breakfast the host put out each morning which was truly beautiful. You can tell the hosts care for their property and are proud of their offering. We enjoyed the hot tub and being in the greenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristal S.

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

Relaxing and fun place to stay

My husband and I celebrated our 15 yr anniversary at the Bear Den. The room is separated from the main home allowing for complete privacy. The sunroom was a great place to hang out with my hubby and shoot some pool. The hot tub was hot bubbly and relaxing under the stars. The bed was so cozy and we enjoyed a great breakfast provided by our wonderful hosts. There was also an outdoor fireplace to cuddle by, fully prepared with wood logs. Thank you for providing a place for us to enjoy the much needed R&R
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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Lovely setting, awesome hosts!

We had an amazing time. This lovely wooded setting was so relaxing and beautiful. We had several soaks in the very nice hot tub. We enjoyed the outdoor seating area with a waterfall and Koi pond. We slept well— the bed was so comfortable! The hosts gave us complete privacy but were reachable when we needed anything. We look forward to revisiting this location in the future. Nancy & David Springfield, Oregon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evelyn P.

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

A Wonderful Weekend Get Away

Such a lovely home to relax, unwind. Ken and Julie are wonderful hosts, they made sure we have everything we need. The Bear Den room is so cute and comfortable. It was so nice to have breakfast in the sunroom. This is where we spent most of our time, watching TV, playing billiards. I love the privacy of this place; I enjoyed their hot tub as well. Makes you feel like you are away from the city. Location is great, close to restaurants and shopping. We will definitely go back. We so much loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Picturesque and Relaxing

If you want a place to stay that feels like home, somewhere where you can relax, and enjoy the views, this is the place for you. The owners, Ken and Julie, made us feel at home the minute we arrived. They were kind, friendly, and courteous. Their home was beautiful and quiet. They had everything we needed and the bed was comfortable. They gave us great suggestions on eating out and places to go. They served a delicious breakfast in the sun room every morning. We look forward to going back to stay there again. Linda and Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myrtle H.

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

EXCELLENT WOODSY GETAWAY

Our experience was excellent, next time we will stay more than one night, ALL PERFECT! Went to see the last of fall and all was perfect fall color surrounding this property. Property managers were perfect, fixing homemade waffle and bowl of oatmeal that was part of an amazing breakfast! Pleanty of alone time and lots fo help as needed from property managers. High Praise, bed very comfortable, BBQ clean and easy to use, wonderful outdoor fireplace to hang out in front of into the night! Thank you for a great memory and will be back in the spring!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay! The hosts were fantastic - they promptly answered our questions prior to our arrival and during our stay. Excellent communicators, friendly, but not intrusive.The location was very private with beautiful trees, garden, and Koi pond. Due to the weather, we did not get to enjoy all of the wonderful amenities. The property is very close to a small prop engine airport and while you could hear them periodically throughout the day the noise was not intrusive and it was not an issue in the evening. The living area was spacious and comfortable. The bedroom is not connected to the living space and you must go outdoors to access the bedroom. The only bathroom is in the bedroom area. All in all, and most enjoyable stay! Thank you to the hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025