17 acres hosted by Michael D.
1 lodging site
Shady Knoll is a working ranch. We have chickens, horses, pigs and lots of wildlife on the property. Full disclosure, we do have roosters. We are 5 min to Rollins lake, 45 min. to an hour from Tahoe ski resorts and 20 min. to charming Grass Valley and Nevada city. The area offers endless opportunities to explore historic gold mining towns, rivers, lakes and streams. We are about 50 minutes to Downieville with its awesome mountain biking.Come an enjoy the beautiful weather here in the Sierras. Bring the kids and stop by Bierwagen’s pumpkin patch.
After you get your pumpkins take a tour of our farm where you will get up close and personal with our animals. You will meet Beau our horse as well as Gary, sunrise and curly our pigs. We also have chickens and two friendly dogs named Snoopy and Leo.
Under the Oaks is a guest house that is fully equipped for a relaxing stay on our farm. The house features a walk in shower, laundry, kitchen, full size refrigerator/freezer and plenty of seating areas to relax and recharge all under the shade of old growth oak trees. Downstairs sleeping accommodations are a queen size Murphy bed with a queen mattress that can be utilized if needed. Upstairs features a fold out couch. Under the Oaks is 10 min from Colfax, 50 min to Boreal and 20 min from Grassvalley and Nevada city. Bring your mountain bike to enjoy world class trails in Downieville which is appx 45-50 min away. Rollins lake is less than 5 min away. Explore the endless lakes, rivers and streams in the area and come home to a relaxing bon fire at the end of your day.
