Ben Taylor Home - Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate | House in Grass Valley
3 Bedroom House in Grass Valley
The base advertised price is for 6 guests. There is an additional fee for each guest up to 12 guests. Rental agreement and security deposit required. The Ben Taylor Home was built in 1866 by Benjamin Franklin Taylor, originally a gold rush 49er. 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 when most others returned to their origins. He was an outstanding horseman and got to know popular folks of his day such as Mark Twain and "old Waloopa" the local mountain Nisenan Indian leader. Taylor 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, and 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 Place", completing it in 1866.
The Ben Taylor Home, had been owned by Taylor's descendants for 157 years, and is designated a "Class A" historic property by the City of Grass Valley and Nevada County. It was 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 may experience its rich history and share the remarkable story.
Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, you will be able to explore the wealthiest and most famous gold-mining district in California. Grass Valley is the home of the famous Empire Mine which was one of the oldest, deepest and richest gold mines in California. Walk to town and notice the quaint architecture that has been preserved for its rich history. Shop in the many memorable stores in Grass Valley that are owned and operated by its residents. Dine at its eating establishments for an enjoyable dining experience. There are specialty bakery shops, locally roasted coffee houses, tap houses and breweries, wine tasting and even olive oil and balsamic vinegars! Visit the historic Holbrook Hotel; follow the footsteps of Mark Twain; watch a movie at the Del Oro Theatre (1942); visit the picturesque Victorian town of Nevada City; enjoy the refreshingly cool waters of the Yuba River and nearby lakes. Additional day trips include visiting the historic town of Truckee and Lake Tahoe.
Ben Taylor Home - Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate is located in Grass Valley. Ben Taylor Home - Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Ben Taylor Home - Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Grass Valley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Grass Valley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Bathtub or shower
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3 bathrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Dining room
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Living room
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Ice maker
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Kitchen island
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Microwave
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Dishwasher
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Car not required
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Electric car charging station on site
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Windsurfing nearby
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Parasailing nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Snowmobiling nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Smart TV
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Stereo
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Games
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Books
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Music library
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Unit size: 2572 sq ft (239 sq m)
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English
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Office
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Children's toys
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Firepit
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: weddings, meetings, events charged separately parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99 property registration number 6521866 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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