Inn Details

Our secluded cottage, designed by reknowned eco-architect Michelle Kaufman features glass walls that open onto a 1500 sq ft deck making the home extremely expansive. On 7+ acres of wooded privacy with a trail leading to the lake. 100% green building materials and completely off-grid, the cottage offers peace and tranquility as well as quick access to the area's quaint towns and attractions. Opened in 2009 and appointed with fine contemporary art and high end eco-friendly furnishings, the Lotus Lake House offers a unique low carbon footprint vacation!

Unlike a traditional B&B, you'll have total privacy and breakfast is provided at your requested time so you can stay in bed and gaze at the lake, the deer and the birds all you want!

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Gold Country
    • Near Lake Tahoe/Reno- 40 min
    • Nevada City -10 min
    • Sacramento- 45 minutes
    • Lakeside
    • Mountains
    • Small town
    • Village
    • Wine country
  • Nearest major city: Sacramento, CA (40 miles NE)
  • Directions to property:
    45 minutes from Sacramento, highway 80 to 174 (toward Auburn, Grass Valley). Property is located on Rollins Lake. Detailed directions provided with reservation confirmation.
  • Nearest major airport: Sacramento, CA (SMF-Metropolitan) 40 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    I-80 toward 174 Auburn/Grass Valley. Detailed directions provided with reservation confirmation.
  • Meeting places:
    • at the property

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Cottages
  • There is one guest accommodation (with a private bath)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 150.00 and $ 300.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 150.00 and $ 300.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: 2 sofas in living rm convert
    large furnished wrap-around deck (lake views) with BBQ grill, ice chest, lower level enclosed dog run and hiking trail to lake. Fully furnished living room with new blu-ray flat screen TV, (2 sofa's convert to beds),fully equiped kitchen inc. microwave, full bath with outside access to deck, bedroom with queen bed and custom closet. Large video library (award winning films and TV series).

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • DVD Player
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Library
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Videos
  • On Site
  • Amenities Basket
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Computer
  • Desk
  • Washer/dryer
  • Other Amenitites
  • afternoon tea/wine/cheese
  • private hiking trail to lake
  • games, area info
  • fenced dog run
  • 8 acres of private forested land
  • furnished 1500 ft deck
  • Meals

    • A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: guests' choice
    • Breakfast is served in the deck, Breakfast/dining area, In room
    • Lunch is available by special request
    • Dinner is available by special request
    • Additional food services included in room rate: coffee & tea provided, discounts to local wineries, special arrangements TBD, spices and seasonings provided, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Wine/cheese
    • Special meals available: locally grown, organic, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (2 day minimum or charge for maid service; some holidays have longer minimums)
    • Smoking is not allowed (no smoking on property allowed)
    • Guest pets are welcome (no charge for well-behaved dogs; pet damage deposit req'd)
    • Accommodations are not suitable for children (not suitable for mobile children under 12; infants ok)
    • No childcare is provided (house is not suitable for children)
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (drinks can be provided with prior arrangement; 21 or older)
    • Deposit amount required (full payment required to hold reservation plus $500 fully refundable damage deposit(refunded within 3 days)minus any damage amount. Stays of 14 days or longer, please contact owner for details.)
    • Check in time is 1 pm (flexible) and Check out time is 4 pm (flexible)
    • Cancellations:
      Damage/pet deposits will be fully refunded in the event of cancellation. If we can re-book the property for all or part of your reserved stay we will refund that part of your payment. If we can't rebook the property you may exchange your dates for other available dates at no charge. No refunds, exchanges only except for long stays. Talk to owner for details.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce
      • Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
      • Rotary Club
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     35%15 days-30 daysMinimum stay: 15 days
     50%30 days or longerMinimum stay: 30 days
     15%5-14 daysMinimum stay: 5 days
     5%Birthday/Anniversary (proof required)Minimum stay: 2 days
     15%off season extendedMinimum stay: 3 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Tod and Barrie duBois
      We care a lot about the environment which is why we built our dream house with recycled materials and operate off-grid. When the Lake House is not rented we can be seen on the deck drinking wine, listening to NPR and playing with our wire fox terrier, Abbie.
    • The innkeepers speak: English

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Farm Stands, Gold Mines, Boating, skiing, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, farmstands, wineries, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Water sports

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    Contact Information


    The Lotus Lake House Bed and Breakfast
    The Lotus Lake House
    Rollins Lake
    Grass Valley, CA 95945
    USA
    Phone: +1-408-879-9967
    Cellular: +1-408-656-0061
    Innkeeper(s)
    Tod and Barrie duBois
    Rates:
    $150 - $300
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    Photo Album

    side deck. Note lake to the right and front. It feels like you're in a tree house! Not pictured: brand new awesome BBQ grill.Bamboo and reed window covers, 600 count Egyptian cotton bedding, pillow covers and bed skirt made from recycled plastic bottles and bamboo. Not seen: double french doors to the left open to deck and lake view.
    Kitchen and living area with glass walls closed. Light fixtures are hand made from raw Indian silk, sofas collapse for extra beds.bathroom sink made from recycled porcelain and rice hulls. Shower (not seen) made from recycled wine bottles.
    That's our Lotus Lake House on the cover of the book. We were also featured in Sunset Magazine.view of the lake from the deck. When we cut down a few trees to open the view, we acquired blue birds and woodpeckers. A bird watcher's delight!
    even the bathroom has a great view! Of course the toilet is low flush and the shower is "on demand" hot water.View of the Lotus Lake House from the Lake. Look through the trees and you can see us up there, way on top. We cut a trail with switchbacks from the house to the lake.
    Your innkeepers enjoying the deck and beauty of the Lotus Lake House property.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Privacy/seclusion
    • eco-friendly/ "green" and off-grid
    • hiking on property
    • ideal for artists, writers
    • modern art
    • proximity to artists' towns/other attractions
    • Excellent views
    • Fitness
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Contemporary
    • Built in 2009
    • Opened for business in 2009
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (parking area can accomodate boat or RV)