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Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Columbia, CA
  • Place, Columbia State Historic Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child locks & plug covers provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
May be additional fee for more than 2 dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you permit dogs on furniture, please use provided furniture covers. Thanks!

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 646
Property # 2126335vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Regal Sonora and Gianelli Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Columbia State Historic Park and New Melones Lake. Me-Wuk Cultural Center and Mother Lode Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Columbia, CA

What's nearby

  • Columbia State Historic Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Columbia Schoolhouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Columbia Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Oak Casino - 33 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Day-O Espresso - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Frosty - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lunch Box - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mandy's Breakfast House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪St. Charles Saloon / Bixel Brewery - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

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

How much is parking at Bixel Bungalow- Cottage in Gold Rush Columbia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Columbia State Historic Park, Columbia Museum and Old Columbia Schoolhouse. Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House and Me-Wuk Cultural Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

oscarin61

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay there was a comforting pleasure, just like the first time. It's location is central to the old towns there, yet in a quiet, secluded area. Everything you need is in the bungalow and the fenced back yard perfect for our Daisy (older dog). Look forward in staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim was able to accommodate are needs for our stay. The bungalow is a wonderful place to stay at. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th time staying here. We love the fact we are allowed to bring our dogs and the back yard is fenced in. It's quiet and we sure look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2025
Thanks for being a great guest! Glad we met your expectations again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
quiet, clean, idyllic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri L.

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

Great place!

This is a great place to stay and it’s dog friendly. Close to Columbia State park and it’s a short drive to Jamestown and Sonora. It was very peaceful and so much wildlife to watch as we drank our coffee in am. Would recommend this place to anyone:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

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

Great Place

Very relaxing and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our favorite place for a weekend getaway and Kim is the most awesome hostess ever. She has truly thought of everything. We will continue to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

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

Another great stay

This was our third time staying at this property, which in itself should say something. Great experience as always. Looking forward to the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kris n.

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

A beautiful space

This little house is the one of the best places we've ever stayed in. Just up the road from the town of Columbia. And the mosaic backspash in the kitchen area is so beautiful! The cute little garden area outside on is so peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

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

Lovely stay in Gold Country

The bungalow was perfect - clean, cozy, private with a fully fenced yard for our pup, too! Kim was a dream to work with. Only 20 minutes to Murphys, less than 45 minutes to Big Trees and walking distance to the cute historic town of Columbia. Just an awesome visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

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

About the host

Hosted by Kim Baker

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Why they chose this property

We built this small house on our property in 2015 for family. It is decorated with many custom made mosaics inside and out. We love the rural nature of the community, lots of wildlife around, and many options for outdoor recreation in the area.

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