Vacation rentals in Iowa City

Harmony Mountain Retreat

If you are looking for a peaceful and tranquil escape, you are looking at the right spot. Nestled beneath whispering conifers and oaks, this cabin boasts of beautiful mountain and valley views. Trails for hiking and premier mountain biking in the Tahoe National Forest; simply open your door and begin your adventure. Short drive to Nevada City and Yuba River; 45 minutes to ski slopes in the Sierras. The custom 600 sq. ft. private studio with a gas fireplace is fully equipped for up to 4 guests.

Romantic Creekside Cabin-Hot Tub-Privacy

Indulge in rustic-elegance, charm and comfort. Our luxurious fairytale cabin is built of warm toned cedar wood and floors: a gourmet kitchen, soaking tub for two, wood burning stove, hot tub, views. You will experience a full immersion in nature out every window and just one step out the door. Just a short ten minute drive from historic Nevada City, shopping, restaurants, theater, Deer Creek trail, Yuba River and hiking trails nearby. This studio cabin is perfect for couples or a solo retreat.

Elegant Custom Home! Swim! Fish! Hike! Lake! Boat!

Incredible home inside Collins Lake campground! Open floor plan, high ceilings, lots of windows with lake views. Chef's kitchen. 4 large bedrooms with 3 master bedroom suites. 4 bathrooms. Master bathroom with jacuzzi tub. DISH TV. Fast WIFI. Outside shower. Outdoor BBQ & fire pit. EV Charger! Walk to lake! Boat Parking. Swimming, boating, hiking trails, fishing, playground, beach, volleyball court, zip line, Marina, boat/kayak/paddle board rentals, onsite store with ice cream! Includes passes!

Peaceful Retreat

This compact, self-contained apartment (with private entrance) is attached to an architecturally designed home nestled in a wooded hillside overlooking a large meadow. Its remote location, 6 minutes drive above the town of Oregon House, is an ideal spot for a getaway. With the entire apartment to yourself it can be a perfect retreat, a romantic weekend, or a quiet work/study space. A place to relax, meditate, read and feel a world away from everyday concerns. No same day reservations accepted.

Marysville Dome

This Geodome isn’t your ordinary vacation home, it is so much more! The completely modern, two-level dome offers beautiful views of Yuba County. Escape the world and enjoy being surrounded by nature without giving up modern amenities. Enjoy endless amenities such as laundry, equipped kitchen, dedicated workspace, BBQ grill, and swimming pool/ hot tub. Suitably located by lakes, and nearly endless terrains for your outdoor adventures; submerge into total relaxation supported by this cozy dome.

Duck Pond Cabin - Private Cabin on 400 Acre Ranch

Writers, fisher-people, birdwatchers, and stargazers will fall in love with this completely private cabin on a large ranch. Enjoy the hammock, pond, in & outdoor showers and recently decorated space. Birders: the property is home to the most bio-diverse wetlands in Gold Country! Quiet, crickets, frogs and water will wrap you in a cocoon-like, unplugged getaway but will have you to world-class dining, entertainment & swimming (South Yuba!) in Nevada City and Grass Valley within 15-20 minutes.

Llama lookout cottage w/a Pool, Hot Tub & Gardens

A healing “Llama treat" retreat. Elegant cottage overlooking a meadow-full of llamas and their babies. Relax in the outdoor hot tub, swim in the large swimming pool, take a walk along a seasonal creek, stroll in the lush gardens or just relax on the green lawn. The cottage has a full kitchen and is very suitable for families with children of all ages. Enjoy the outdoor sitting & dining areas, the hanging hammock and the friendly dogs & cats. My books & gift store: Mosaic is open daily.

Playful Mountain Sunset Escape

Starting from two cargo containers, this home was built to be a seamless space to enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing any luxuries while you play. Designed to be an off-grid, sustainable home, this house features a movable glass wall, which opens the living room into the outdoors facing the setting sun. Beautiful native landscaping surrounds a basketball court and covered dining area. Indoors, natural light and a playful spark runs throughout with a second story hammock to enjoy it all!

Beautiful Log Home on 6 acres with creek

Beautiful hand crafted log house on six acres with a year-round creek. The home is 4175 square feet with 30 foot ceilings and a wrap-around deck with sitting areas. Near to Grass Valley, Nevada City, Yuba River one mile away. 3 lakes are within 20 minutes for fishing and swimming as well as hiking trails and beaches on the South Yuba River. The home has comfortable furniture, super soft beds in 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths. The 4th bedroom suite extra fee or added with 9, 10 guest.

Mountain Retreat & Spa, 10 Acres

Welcome to Mt. Olive! Perched atop a majestic peak you will find a charming chalet offering stunning panoramas of the Bear River Canyon and Sierra Nevada Mountains. Soak in the tranquility of your private hot tub, savor a morning espresso amid expansive views, or gather around the fire pit beneath starry skies. Five minutes from river access and a short drive to the vibrant downtowns of Grass Valley or Nevada City, this is the perfect hideaway for your next retreat.

Charming Orchard Farmhouse

Beautiful brick farmhouse nestled in the orchards on 5 acres of horse property. Come stay with us! Sleep like a log and wake up to seasonal fruit and a fresh pot of coffee. Includes a queen bed, pull out futon, full kitchen and dining room, breakfast nook and tea/coffee station, wifi, Roku TV. Please note, at this time we are only accepting bookings from guests who have a consistent history of highly positive written feedback from previous hosts.

Your private Yurt in the woods -2 miles to town!

Experience the Beauty of the Sierra foothills and the Yuba River in our Yurt tucked into the forest just 2 miles from downtown Nevada City. Country Living magazine listed Nevada City as one of the top 10 small cities. Grass Valley is 10 minutes away as well and has more food, shopping, and entertainment for you. Access to the Yuba River is as close as 20 mins to Edwards Crossing and 20 mins to Hoyts Crossing on Highway 49.