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The Red Castle Inn Historic Lodgings

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  • Inn Details

    Built as the city mansion for the Williams family whose ranches were too far from town to be convenient, the red brick Gothic Revival four story landmark termed the 'castle rising upon the hill' in 1859, is singularly unique in style and setting creating the experience of stepping into the 19th century. Meandering garden paths, Koi swimming in a moonlit fountain, Victorian sentiments, ceremony and entertainment transport our guests to that period known as the 'Tasteful Interlude'.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Native Californians, enthusiastic about gold rush history. Conley is an architect, an avid golfer and Mayor of Nevada City; Mary Louise is a designer researching Victorian Times.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Daily traditional afternoon tea featuring our desserts, library of Vican Volumes

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    Nightly Rate

    $155 - $210

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3PMwknd 4PMwkdy    Check out: 11AM

    • Minimum stay: 4/1-12/31 Saturdays require a 2nd night

    • Deposit amount required: Credit Card Guarantee or 1 night advanced payment

    • Cancellations: Cancellation notice of 7 days prior to the arrival date is required. 14 days for holiday periods. 30 days for Christmas Festivities.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: in deference to our antiques, red wine is not permitted

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: over 12 years of age

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7:30 coffee 8:30 buffet

    • Serving location: Buffet in Foyer, In-room, Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    Signature Dish

    Mushroom Crepes
    Deliciously light and satisfying, served in individual dishes with a divine cream sauce. An additional catered fee event is the elaborate ten course Christmas "period" dinner served in the 19th century manner in authentically elegant surroundings.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • on request

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Mushrooms with Plantation Buttermilk Biscuits
    Serves: 8

    Dessert

    California Raisin Sour Cream Tart
    Serves: 8

    Side Dish

    Candied Grapefruit Peel
    Serves: 0

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  • Location Type

    • Residential area

    • bordering Historic Commerical District

    • three minute walk to town

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Small town

    City

    • Sacramento

    • Distance to city: 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Highway 49, Exit on Sacramento St. Turn right after service station, then immediately left on Prospect St. One block to Inn.

    Airport

    • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Metropolitan) 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Highway 80 NE to Auburn, then Highway 49 NE to Nevada City.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Historic Gold Mine tours

    • Music in the Mountains Festiva

    • Victorian Christmas

    • Walk to live theater

    • music and fine restaurants

    • Bluegrass Festival

    • Shakespeare Festival

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Historic Gold Mine Tours

    • Horse drawn carriage rides

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Red Castle Inn is a real winner

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The hosts, Conrey and Marie Louise convey a warm, friendly atmsophere to their establishment. They are very knowledgeable about the area. The breakfast is fabulous. The location is quiet, peaceful and very beautiful surrounded by tall trees, and only 6-7 minutes walk from the main street with the restaurants and shops. We recommend the Red Castle Inn without hesitation.

    Wonderful B&B Experience

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    We loved every second of our stay at the Red Castle. Our room was gorgeous and the breakfast each day far exceeded our expectations. I have to follow a gluten free diet and the chef provided delicious treats every day as part of the 6 course breakfast. My non gluten free husband could not tell the difference. One note, if you are a light sleeper, request a room on the side of the house away from the road. We stayed four nights and 3 of the 4 were fine but the last night there was high traffic probably due to Labor Day weekend.

    Home away from Home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This historic inn is filled with history, excellent breakfasts, accommodating innkeepers who are also knowledgeable about this part of Calif. This was one of the best vacations we have enjoyed. This is a superb location.

    Red Castle Nevada City

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    This was our third time staying at the Red Castle. We love it. It feels like being in a victorian tree house since forest surrounds the 4 story home. It is walking distance to Nevada City.

    Beautiful Bed and Breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Beautiful rooms with wonderful decor. The grounds are lovely. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. We would not hesitate to return.

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