[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate Vacation home in Grass Valley with kitchen and patio ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005400/97005312/857ed303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005400/97005312/c9d110e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005400/97005312/09db7ca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005400/97005312/d81e1d2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005400/97005312/c820ed2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122572 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate 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. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Electric car charging station - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,572 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705100/33705014/99c70c9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Victorian Rose, DOWNTOWN, hot tub, man cave,couples, families & groups welcome Grass Valley - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 135 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=33705014&PinnedHotelID=33705014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78080000/78070500/78070444/49230bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Forest Retreat w/ Pool, Game Room, EV Charger. 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The City of Grass Valley is in an extreme fire hazardous zone. This is a registered hi Please be mindful of water usage inside and outside. Do not leave water running. Guest will be charged a $300 refundable security deposit. Facial tissue (Kleen-ex), feminine products, diapers, wipes, must be placed in trash for disposal. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: Protected wildlife on the property ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Weddings, meetings, events charged separately ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99 Note from host: Weddings, meetings, events charged separately 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 6521866 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5e697x ## About the area Grass Valley is home to this vacation home. Lola Montez House and Bourn House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grass Valley Brewing and Ol' Republic Brewery. Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce and Nevada County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Grass Valley travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Grass-Valley.dx6055671) [View more Vacation homes in Grass Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/Grass-Valley-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6055671-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.22201%2C-121.06852&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G5AxaGCzvBXzZ6QwN05ToAJ9Py8=) Grass Valley, CA ### What's nearby - Center For The Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce - 10 min walk - 0.8 km - Grass Valley Brewing - 10 min walk - 0.8 km - Empire Mine State Historic Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - Nevada County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.2 km ### Getting around - Colfax Station - 21 min drive - Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Thirsty Barrel Taphouse & Grille - ‬11 min walk - ‪Maria's Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min walk - ‪Lazy Dog Chocolateria - ‬9 min walk - ‪Caroline's Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk - ‪Gary's Place - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful Historical 1866 Estate located? > Situated in Grass Valley, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Center For The Arts, Condon Park, and Grass Valley-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center and Grass Valley Brewing are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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