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Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia

Relaxing base for work or adventure in the Sierra Foothills. Detached house & garden. 1 mile from Columbia State Historic Park, 5 miles to Sonora or Jamestown and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. 14 miles to Murphys , 39 miles to Calaveras Big Trees State Park, 37 miles to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort/Pinecrest Lake, 50 miles to Bear Valley Ski Resort. 53 miles to Yosemite.

The space
Spacious, one bedroom house (650 sq ft), newly built in 2015 with vaulted ceilings and views of open space in the historic Gold Rush Town of Columbia. Private with fenced garden and patio. Central Air & Heat, Washer/Dryer, well-equipped kitchen. Filtered well water, views of open space out of every window. Very comfortable space to relax, work, or as a base for exploring the area.

House is scrupulously clean, well maintained, and designed to take advantage of the natural setting.

Once you are settled in, you will find many outdoor activities in the area.

Guest access
You have the entire house and fenced yard to yourself- we are up the hill on the same property, but you may not even see us if you prefer your privacy (we do share a driveway, so a few cars drive by during the day).

Property manager

Kim Baker

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: May be additional fee for more than 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Child locks & plug covers provided.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 646

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bixel Bungalow Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia
Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia Columbia

About the area

Map
Columbia, CA

What's nearby

  • Columbia State Historic Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Adventist Health Sonora - 15 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Moaning Caverns Adventure Park - 23 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Armory - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Emberz - ‬11 min drive
  • Mandy's Breakfast House
  • ‪Flappy's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bixel Brewery at The St Charles - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia?

As of Aug 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia on Aug 26, 2025 start from CA $199.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Columbia State Historic Park, Columbia Museum, and Old Columbia Schoolhouse. Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House and Columbia College are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage!

We had such an amazing trip here! We stayed overnight, and absolutely loved it. Comfortable bed, cozy home, and amazing backyard. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cabin for a getaway

Charming cabin, very private, short distance to historic Columbia State Park lots of great walks. Plenty of activities in the area or perfect for just staying in for a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Husband and son’s getaway

My husband is a gold panner and wanted to go to Columbia. His favorite town. This cute bungalow was perfect so close to town and had everything they needed. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

oscarin61

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway

Located perfectly for the areas we were looking to explore, old gold rush towns and nature trails. Nice to be away from everyone with the location of the bungalow. Nice to have such great parking right in front. The backyard was fenced in and very nicely filled with flowers, decor. Wildlife strolling by every day was fun to watch. The bungalow is equipped nicely with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including fresh eggs left there for us, thank you. Our old dog, "Daisy" loved it there as well. Loved our stay and hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend

Very comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very comfortable. Had everything we needed. We were even able to make a breakfast of pancakes and eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cabin with beautiful sunsets

I stayed here for a week and then added two more days because I loved it so much. It is a very sweet, private cabin with a lovelybackyard from which youcan watch the turkeys and deer mosey on by.But my favorite was the absolutely gorgeous sunset every night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July getway

Enjoyed this place very much. We wanted to get away from the 4th of July fireworks and this was perfect. My husband and I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay.

Clean, cozy and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay for Mother's Day weekend. The house and property exceeded our expectations, and the location was central to many activities. We will be back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great snowy stay!

Great location and clean, cute, artsy house. Hosts Kim and Carl made sure we were ok even when a late spring snow storm knocked out power and closed the roads for a day—nice and snug.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Birdwatchers Paradise

We stayed the weekend before Christmas. Lots of activities and shopping in the town of Columbia and nearby Sonora. Excellent spot in the foothills with many birds to watch right out the door. The bungalow was immaculate (and nicely decorated with original artwork and mosaics) and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends. We were warm and cozy in our little cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply wonderful!

So clean, cozy and quiet. Comfortable furniture, nice linens, great kitchen, etc. Wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

brief visit to Sonora

The cabin exceeded our expectations. It was everything we could have asked for. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy G., San Marcos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little Bungalow!

Great place in Columbia! Easy walk into town. Very peaceful and quiet. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is there. Was perfect to work remote and to go to our office in Sonora. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D., Woodland CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This place is very well equipped with everything you could need. We loved that there is a fenced yard that my dog could explore and stay contained. There were farm fresh eggs in the fridge which was a very nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful corner of the world!

This place was so cozy, cute and peaceful! So quiet. We saw some wild turkeys, that’s was nice. There are so many things to do and within a short drive. I would definitely recommend. My husband and I will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Retreat

A lovely retreat! Wonderfully appointed one bedroom cottage. Everything you need. Multiple sources of caffeine which is always appreciated. Cream, sugar and fresh eggs! Wish we had stayed there a few more nights! We will be back to explore Colombia and recharge in this lovely space!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too short a stay!

Beautiful bungalow, perfect for two oldsters and small Yorkie. Art around every corner waiting to be enjoyed. Wonderful views, right next to Columbia state park and historic sights right out kitchen window!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Escape

Wonderful little cabin in a serene setting, close to the state historic park. This is our second time in the area and we just love it. It’s a short drive to Pinecrest lake and Dodge ridge for snow play and snowboarding. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V., Austin, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation rental ever?

Wow, just wow! I have stayed in a lot of vacation rentals, but this is the only one I felt like I could live in! I only wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Size/Location!

We loved holding our annual planning retreat here! The nine deer we saw were gorgeous! We are close to retirement age and could literally live in this floor plan. Thank you Kim!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

We had a great time at this adorable little cottage. It was clean, well stocked, and Kim was a great communicator. Our dogs had fun in the fenced yard, and we found some nice places to walk around nearby. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

We loved the privacy, charm and comfort of this bungalow. We loved the art and the cute garden. We visited old town Columbia, Murphys, Angel’s Camp, and Sonora. Our friends stayed at the RV park just minutes away. Would have been nice to stay a bit longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MERDAD N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable experience

This place was just the right choice for us : All the necessary items that a house is supposed to have was found here! Plenty of bathroom and kitchen supplies! The place is super clean and the host was super accommodating. Loved the place and the area, will be back again … thank you Kim 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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