Nevada County Homes with Waterfront Site location

Nevada County Homes with Waterfront Site location

Welcome to the stunning splendor of Nevada County, California, where nature's beauty meets charming communities, and waterfront living takes center stage. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this enchanting county is celebrated for its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. From the lush forests of the Tahoe National Forest to the sparkling waters of the Yuba River, Nevada County offers an idyllic backdrop for those seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of water lapping at your doorstep, surrounded by the serene beauty of nature. Homes with waterfront sites in Nevada County provide an unparalleled living experience, where you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water's edge. Whether you prefer the bustling atmosphere of Grass Valley or the quaint charm of Nevada City, each town offers unique waterfront properties that cater to diverse lifestyles.

This county is not just about breathtaking views; it’s also a hub of community and culture. With a rich gold rush history, you’ll find art galleries, local festivals, and farmers' markets that celebrate the region’s heritage. The area is also known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, skiing, and mountain biking, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.

With its enchanting scenery, vibrant community, and waterfront properties, Nevada County is more than just a place to live; it's a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Discover your dream home amidst the beauty of this remarkable region and experience the perfect blend of nature and community. Welcome home to Nevada County!

Newest Nevada County Homes with Waterfront Site location

23514 Patino Road, Smartsville
$1,000,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 3,456 SqFt. ⋅ 226127274 MLS
Horse people, you know there's a big difference between a property that allows horses and one that was actually built for them. 23514 Patino Road was set up for professional rodeo, and it shows. Set on 11.07 acres, this is a serious equestrian property with an 80x110 covered arena with lights and water, plus a massive 120x280 outdoor roping and barrel arena with automatic chute, boxes, catch pen and return alley. The 9-stall raised center-aisle Castlebrook barn includes an enclosed tack room, matted stalls and paddocks, and is surrounded by four fenced pastures. Add a hay barn, goat pen, 3-bay workshop with water and power, plenty of room for trailers and equipment, and you have the infrastructure to actually ride, train and keep your horses at home. And then there's the water. 3 miners inches of NID, gravity-flow irrigation, two ponds, a creek and a strong-producing well keep this 11-acre property feeling more like a green oasis than a typical California horse ranch. But what makes this property so special is that you don't have to choose between the horse property you've always wanted and the home you actually want to live in. The remodeled 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 3,456-square-foot home is warm, open and full of character, with gorgeous slate floors, beautiful woodwork, a generous kitchen and main-level primary suite with an enormous walk-in closet. Downstairs, two additional bedrooms are tucked away from the main living spaces alongside a spacious family room, creating a wonderful sense of privacy. French doors connect the home to a wraparound deck and covered patio overlooking the ponds, pastures and property beyond. And it's been operating as a fully functional AirBnb, consistently bringing in $60k-$80k every year. There's even a separate artist studio, oversized finished garage with 220 and space to relax around the fire pit after a day of riding. Plus, since you're out of the trees and surrounded by rolling meadows, fire danger is lessened. Train at home. Ride when you want. Keep your horses where you can see them. Because for the right horse person, we know that's the definition of luxury. 15 minutes from downtown Penn Valley, 20 to Grass Valley, and just an hour to the airport. Use the address as url for the video. (Do not use Melody - take Chuck Yeager to Daughtery)

23514 Patino Road, Smartsville

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

20945 Bear Hollow Road, Grass Valley
$3,850,000
4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 3,862 SqFt. ⋅ 226104749 MLS
SEE THE CINEMATIC VIDEOS! Unparalleled opportunity to own an income producing legacy 80-acre equestrian estate spanning 2 APNs with 3-4 HOMES and PREMIUM infrastructure. Designed for HORSE BREEDING, TRAINING, BOARDING, and CATTLE operations, this exceptional property features IRRIGATED and cross-fenced pastures, two ponds, an orchard, and a massive 4-bay METAL SHOP ideal for equipment, storage, or business use. Great potential for a FAMILY COMPOUND, MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING or CORPORATE RETREAT. The approx. 3,862 sqft main residence at 20945 Bear Hollow Rd showcases a kitchen with high end appliances and dbl islands, an expansive great room, four ensuite bedrooms, private office, and a resort-style POOL with waterfall, perfect for entertaining and everyday luxury. A SEPARATE 2 BED, 1 BATH HOME provides ideal guest quarters or caretaker housing. At 20839 Bear Hollow Rd, the approx. 3,045 sqft third residence offers three ensuite bedrooms + office, and an attached 1 BED / 1 BATH ADU; creating flexible living options for extended family, staff, or rental income. The property includes a 16-STALL BARN with an office, a 6-STALL MARE MOTEL, COVERED ARENA, LARGE OUTDOOR ARENA, covered round pen, hot walker, cutting arena, and cattle squeeze. Conveniently located approx. 17 miles to Auburn and Grass Valley and just 55 miles to Sacramento International Airport, this Northern California ranch combines scale, water, infrastructure, awesome weather and lifestyle into one extraordinary offering. SEE THE CINEMATIC VIDEOS and property website.

20945 Bear Hollow Road, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of GUIDE Real Estate.

19787 Calle Toro Lane, Penn Valley
$650,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2,475 SqFt. ⋅ 226113783 MLS
**DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH Extraordinary Potential on Nearly 10 Private Waterfront Acres!** A rare opportunity to transform a truly special property into a spectacular private estate. With a very large pond, dramatic mountain and sunset views, distinctive Modern Spanish architecture, and **no neighboring homes in sight**, the ingredients are already herethe next owner simply has the opportunity to unlock its full potential. Tucked behind a stone-pillared gated entrance and approached by a long winding driveway, the property feels remarkably private and secluded, yet is just minutes from shopping, dining, and conveniences. Expansive windows frame captivating water views while wildlife, changing skies, and sunsets create an ever-changing natural backdrop. The custom residence has tremendous character and great bones, highlighted by a dramatic Great Room with soaring 17-foot ceilings, hand-hewn Sitka spruce beams, Kiva fireplace, and walls of glass. The spacious kitchen features a large center island, custom cabinetry, pantry, fireplace, breakfast nook, and beautiful views across the water. Curving walls and distinctive architectural details give the home a style rarely found in today's construction. The generous primary suite features tray ceilings, views, and a spacious bath. A private guest suite offers its own bath and patio, while the office/optional bedroom includes custom built-ins. Stucco construction, pecky cedar trim, and a classic Spanish tile roof reinforce the home's timeless Southwestern character. The detached art studio offers even more upside with potential for conversion to a guest apartment, private retreat, office, or wellness space. Nearly 10 gently sloping acres provide room for gardens, horses, a future ADU, workshop, or additional improvements, while **NID irrigation water** adds tremendous versatility. **Bring your vision.** With thoughtful cosmetic improvements and a deck replacement, this Diamond in the Rough has the potential to become an exceptional waterfront showplace. Properties offering this combination of **acreage, privacy, water, architecture, views, and proximity to town are exceedingly difficult to replicate.** An outstanding opportunity for the buyer who recognizes what this property can become.

19787 Calle Toro Lane, Penn Valley

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty.

11215 Bonanza Way, Rough And Ready
$3,000,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4,000 SqFt. ⋅ 226079873 MLS
DEER CREEK FALLS ESTATE ~ Approx 340 Acres. Nearly One Mile of PRIVATE DEER CREEK FRONTAGE. Waterfalls & Swimming Holes. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Northern California's most extraordinary private estates. Comprised of FIVE SEPARATE PARCELS, Deer Creek Falls Estate offers an exceptionally rare combination of LUXURY, RECREATION, PRIVACY & NATURAL BEAUTY. Featuring WATERFALLS, crystal-clear SWIMMING HOLES, PRIVATE roads and trails, historic GOLD MINES, NID trails and Breathtaking LONG RANGE VIEWS, this is a property unlike any other. The heart of the estate is a recently built custom 4,000 square foot luxury residence, thoughtfully positioned to capture SWEEPING VISTAS and a remarkable sense of peace and seclusion. Designed and built for enduring quality and low maintenance, the home offers refined living in harmony with its spectacular natural surroundings. Additional improvements include a PRIVATE Swimming Pool, TWO Workshops, RV parking & SOLAR Array (minimal PGE bills), a property that is both elegant and highly functional. True magic lies beyond the home. Explore miles of private trails by foot, ATV, SUV, horseback, or mountain bike. Fish secluded stretches of Deer Creek, discover hidden Waterfalls, swim in your own Natural Pools, spend the day exploring Historic Gold Mines and the irrigation canal that meanders through the property. Whether envisioned as a Luxury Family Retreat, Equestrian Estate, Recreational Playground, Conservation Property, vineyard, orchard, corporate retreat, or Multi-generational LEGACY holding, the possibilities are as expansive as the land itself. RARE IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT! Includes Private pool, Workshops & Solar infrastructure. Minutes to downtown Nevada City & Grass Valley, close to Shopping, Restaurants, Entertainment, Hospitals/Medical. Properties of this scale, quality, and natural significance are nearly IMPOSSIBLE TO RECREATE. Deer Creek Falls Estate is more than a home it's a PRIVATE WORLD, an OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PARADISE, and a Legacy Property to be enjoyed for generations. Paved road, paved driveway, car storage, perfect for the auto collector. Prefer horses over horsepower? Ride miles of trails without ever leaving your property. Dirt bikes? Side by sides? Fish rarely touched waters! Endless Opportunity. Drivebys are not possible. Gated, Fenced and out of view, securing privacy, security and peacefulness.Own your own magical retreat paradise

11215 Bonanza Way, Rough And Ready

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty.

13598 Desperado Dr, Penn Valley
$575,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1,432 SqFt. ⋅ 226075396 MLS
NEW PRICE $575,000! Now offered at approximately $48,000 per acre, this 12-acre Penn Valley property presents a compelling opportunity with abundant water, multiple residences, and significant upside potential. Fully fenced and ideally located just minutes from Grass Valley and Penn Valley Village, the property combines usable farmland, privacy, history, and future flexibility. The land features rolling pasture, irrigated areas, scenic hilltop views, multiple fenced enclosures, and potential to split the property into two separate parcels. Water is a major highlight, with 2 miner's inches of NID irrigation water, a high-producing well, an additional capped well, and a picturesque approximately 2-acre pond. A remodeled 1-bedroom, 1-bath manufactured home is move-in ready and offers an excellent option for immediate occupancy, guests, extended family, caretaker housing, or rental income. The historic two-story cabin, dating back to the early 1900s, offers approximately 1,432 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Rich with character and history, it provides a unique renovation opportunity for someone with the imagination to transform it into a truly special home with a story to tell. With a move-in-ready second residence and a historic cabin ready for renovation, this property may also be an excellent candidate for buyers exploring rehab or renovation financing, offering the opportunity to improve the property while financing eligible renovation costs. Additional improvements include a historic barn converted to a functional chicken coop, covered equipment storage, a large fenced garden area, livestock infrastructure, two septic systems, and two propane tanks. Whether envisioned as a working farm, multi-generational property, investment, homestead, or future development opportunity, this is a rare chance to acquire 12 beautiful acres with exceptional water resources and tremendous potential at an attractive new price.

13598 Desperado Dr, Penn Valley

Listing courtesy of Better Brokers Realty Group, Inc..

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