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Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Secluded 'Green' Award-Winning Contemporary Lakefront Home located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Rollins Lake and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Montoliva Vineyard & Winery. Sierra Vista Community Center and Colfax Area Heritage Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Simone Oktavia

Oct 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It always blows me away with this location! Very quiet and safe and definitely a needed getaway. We enjoyed our time there and Tod was as always a super host and made sure we felt comfortable. However we did wish that the washing machine/dryer was functional. There was also a jacuzzi this time, but it seemed out of function. We wish that there had been more info about this, but we enjoyed our time there without regardless!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

Aug 13, 2025

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

My husband and I spent two nights at this beautiful property, which wasn’t enough to completely enjoy the peace and quiet we received. We were so entertained by the quietness and peaceful surroundings that we had no need to leave

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Sep 26, 2024

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

Peaceful getaway

We loved our stay! So secluded, quiet and relaxing, but close to Grass Valley, Nevada City and all kinds of outdoor fun.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Jan 3, 2025

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

Loved it

Beautiful serene location and house

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., Roseville

Dec 4, 2023

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

Awesome lake views

What a wonderful stay at the lotus Lakehouse. Can’t wait to go back!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

forrest d.

Aug 10, 2023

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

Three day get away

Relaxing very beautiful place

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Jun 5, 2023

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

Fabulous privacy and Gorgeous Scenery

It is an intimate romantic place just perfect for a couple. We will go back again and again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Jul 7, 2024

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

Lake house

We loved everything about our stay here! The area gorgeous and the home is incredible! We were very comfortable even through a brutal heatwave (105 degrees!!) The path to the lake is beautiful and well maintained. You could tell how much thought and care was given to this sweet home!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Jan 13, 2023

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

Beautiful scnenery

Loved the quiet surroundings. Rained the whole time but was still fabulous watching the rain through the big windows.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelin C.

Aug 6, 2023

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

Lakefront home

The property was beautiful, not to far from the city of Colfax or Grass valley but far enough for some peace and quiet. The walk down to the water was pleasant, not to far and not a steep walk. Overall a great experience

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 8, 2024

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

Views and Solitude

Spring snow and cold weather didn't detour us from enjoying the wonderful home. Fabulous windows and deck. Everything clean and in place. On a private road and not likely to have other people coming by.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Oct 4, 2023

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

Getaway Experience

There was a black Bear in the garbage cans.And a Mountain Loin on the deck at night.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Dec 27, 2022

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

Secluded and great view

We spent Christmas Eve and Day here and really enjoyed the solitude. Nice home with a great deck and view of Rollins Lake. I would suggest a binder for guests with possible hikes in the area, helpful hints for using the home, and if guests bring dogs, a note about ticks and poison oak in the area. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Jul 3, 2024

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

Wonderful private house in the trees

There is nothing to not like about the Lotus house. It’s in a gorgeous location seemingly perched in the trees. It is quite stylish without being in your face about it. It is very clean and the Tod is very responsive to questions. Rent it. You won’t be sorry.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Donald

Jul 28, 2024

If you’re looking for peace and quiet this is for you. This green prefab is very secluded. It is starting to show its age though. Music system is set up for docking an old style iPod. Deck is at the point it will need to replaced soon. Unfortunately, currently the lake is about 20 feet low making access from the home difficult at best.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa E., Reno, NV

Nov 30, 2021

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

Nice, quiet place to relax

Only downside that had nothing to do with the property itself was that when we got home our dogs had ticks. We pulled close to 2 doz so we probably won't visit that area again. The place though was quite beautiful and very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Arthur R.

Jul 28, 2020

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

Mountain/Lake Getaway

We had a great time at Lotus Lake house. The house is unique and very well taken care of. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly want or need. Tod, the owner, was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely stay there again. Suggestions would be to replace the queen size bed with a king size, as the room is large enough. Also, shades would be an asset in the front of the house to block the sun .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aug 15, 2010

An off the grid getaway

We truly enjoyed our time at Lotus Lake house. We chose this listing because of the lovely photos depicting the deck looking out over the lake and it did not disappoint. We ate breakfast and lunch on the deck each day, and my husband especially enjoyed having his morning coffee out on the deck. We also took our dog with us and that made us feel right at home. The dog run is big and full of great places for dogs to curl up for a nap. Lotus Lake house is new, beautiful and well maintained, and Barrie was super. We relaxed and had lots of down time, just what we needed.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lele Diamond &., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Aug 19, 2010

We didn't want to leave ...

As lovers of modern architecture and conscious living, we were thrilled to find the Lotus Lake House and it did not disappoint. The location is beautiful, the amenities are top notch and being off the grid provided a much needed break from the outside world. We spent our days lounging on the decks (in the most comfortable outdoor furniture we've ever sat in), swimming in the lake, and eating dinner under the stars. The Nano walls were awesome and brought the outdoors in. The owners, Barri and Tod, were also very welcoming and communicative; we were told to call them if we needed anything and had their phone numbers and contact information. Our time at the Lotus Lake House went way too fast and we're already making plans to return.

10/10 Excellent

Alena N.

Jun 19, 2020

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

open living space above the lake

We have had nice warm days there and could take advantage of sliding doors to open the whole cottage, modern, contemporary area and connect with nature around. The cottage needs some upgrades such a kitchen cabinet doors, wood on the deck here and there. We though the housekeeping has a some space for an improvement. But overall it is a very unique place and we have had absolutely wonderful time in this incredible open space set up above the turquoise lake. Thank you Tod for sharing your property with us. We would love to come back in the future. A/J

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat C., Windsor, California

Mar 31, 2010

Private and Peaceful Getaway

"We stayed at the gorgeous Lotus Lake house in March and found this home to be perfect for our needs. This is one of a dozen or VRBO homes we have rented over the years and this one hits the top of the list for all the things we look for in a rental home. Lotus Lake house offers complete privacy, yet is minutes to anything you might need. We found we didn't need much, so we ventured out only to househunt which was the main purpose of this trip. Hosts Barrie and Tod have created a stellar environment in which to relax and rest - they anticipate their guests every need in terms of comfort and convenience. It was so easy to settle in and make this place ours for the time we were there. Furnishings are top notch with many extra touches you don't often find in a rental home. Barrie created a binder with valuable information on everything and anything you'll need to know, see or do during your stay. You won't be disappointed staying at this tranquil and lovely sanctuary."

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen T., Morro Bay, California

Jun 14, 2013

A real gem for a getaway!

This is an extraordinary property, with stunning views. We spent 3 nights, and enjoyed every minute. The location is relaxing, peaceful, and (for the most part) quiet. Yes, there were motorboats on the lake, but since we were there on weekdays, it wasn't a big issue as most of the boats were only out around dinner time, after people got home from work. The house is amazing, with every convenience imaginable; it was hard to believe that we were "off grid", we lacked for nothing. Every morning I would open up the sliding glass doors, and let nature inside! Sitting out on the deck, overlooking the lake, was amazing. The house was clean, and the kitchen well stocked. The peacefulness of the setting was incomparable; we hope to return in the future. For those looking for tourist activities in the area, try the Empire Mine State Park (a well preserved gold mine, with great history, and well narrated tours), and the South Yuba River State Park (for hikes, awesome views of the river, and great swimming holes on a hot day).

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Susanne W., Bend, Oregon

Dec 26, 2017

Nice house - Buyer beware

The information on the website does not adequately inform the renter about what's involved with operating this house. It is not until you arrive, and get access to the "house book", that the most important information needed to make an informed decision about renting this property is made available to you. In short, what we did not know: 1. access to the internet-a 20 minute drive from the house to Safeway/Starbucks. We emailed the owner about this and his response was that a poll had been taken and it was decided that there would be no internet. We did not know about this poll. It was not listed on the web page. We also had no TV/Satelitte. 2. heating the house and having hot water-a few small solar panels plus a generator were supposed to provide heat/hot water...both woefully inadequate to provide either one. The backup plan in the "house book" was to use layers of clothing and lots of blankets. At midnight, no heat...at 7 am, no heat..., at noon when we left the property...no heat. An informed decision about renting this house cannot be made without the information included in the "house book".

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julian V.

Apr 25, 2023

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

Wonderful stay but please heed the advice re:ticks

This was such a cool property. So peaceful and beautiful. Partner and I came here to get away - loved the views, fresh air, starry skies. We were really looking forward to using the canoe in the lake. On the walk down to the lake there’s a really cool path except for one thing. TICKS. We’re used to having to pull ticks off of our dog after hiking, usually just one or two. Not here though, when we got to the bottom of the path there were no less than 20 ticks on my dog. I had to pull them all off not to mention a few on me, and then carry my dog back up the hill which sucked. The thing is, someone else mentioned this in the reviews and I really wish I heeded their advice. I don’t think it’s fair to ding the property because we encountered the same exact problem when we hiked Malakoff Diggins, it’s really just a grass valley thing, but please if you love your dog do not hike down to the lake. Ok now that that’s out of the way, the rest of the stay was so wonderful. When we couldn’t find the cushions for the outdoor furniture we messaged Tod who resolved the problem quickly and was very communicative. Even though it got down to 39 outside at night it was very comfortable inside. During the day being able to open all the doors was really cool. Oh one more thing that is in no way the fault of the property but there are some annoying wakeboarders who blast really loud basically strip club music during the day on Saturday. Not exactly super peaceful, but overall loved our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Constance B.

Oct 15, 2016

WOULD NOT STAY AGAIN - TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE- LISTING INFO INACCURATE

*Featherbed topper was not there & the mattress is like sleeping on a slab of concrete. *Could not figure out how to covert the sofa into a bed (broken?); Narrower than a twin bed. Listing states 1 bed plus 2 converting sofas. There is 1 bed & 1 sofa. The oven did not work. *Called housekeeper & handyman. They did call us back during our stay however neither knew how to convert sofa or whereabouts of featherbed. Was told oven is broken & had been reported to owner by previous guest. Handyman offered to come take a look, but we declined as it was late & we only needed the oven for dinner that night. *My daughter ended up using a dirty, leaking air mattress we found outside our 2nd night as the narrow sofa was too uncomfortable. Had to hike down to lake to get a working air pump, batteries dead in one at house. No ice maker, listing says there is. Refrigerater is very small. *Grill wouldn't heat higher than 250. *Does not sleep 4 as listed. *Generator ran each night starting 10pm. *Too hard to carry canoe down steep terrain. *Noise from speedboats started at dawn ended around 10-11pm. *Never got a call back from Tod in response to my voicemail on check in day regarding the sleeping issues. After my return home he said I needed to notify him of special arrangements prior to our rental (how to convert the sofa isn't a special request IMO, nor is a working oven). The home is not as private as we had expected as other reviewers have mentioned. Plan to take some time to read the book so you know how everything works. If there are only two of you, and you make sure the mattress topper is there, you don't mind some noise and perhaps a broken oven, then the place could work for you. The property is also for sale at the current time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016

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