1525 Ridge Rd, North San Juan, CA 95960

Sometimes the best places ask you to drive a little farther. When you reach this forest retreat, you'll understand why. The road winds through towering pines and mountain views until you arrive at five private acres-quiet, sunlit, and deeply peaceful. Just 35 minutes from Nevada City, but a world away from noise and traffic. This home has been thoughtfully remodeled with bright, open living spaces and windows that pull the forest inside. It has a large bedroom with a balcony and the extra room adjacent to it also has a balcony, your view out every window is magical. Owned solar power keeps life sustainable and independent, while plowed year-round access and a circle driveway make it easy to come and go, even when it snows. There's a detached workshop, a second out building that was built to brew beer, ample parking, and usable land for gardens, gatherings, or simply room to roam. Spend afternoons swimming at Oregon Creek or fishing at Bullards Bar, then end the day under skies bright enough to see every star. If you've been craving space, light, and stillnessyou'll find it here.