Tucked among the trees just 10 minutes from downtown Nevada City, this home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. It features vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed beams, and a cozy, heat-efficient, brick hearth with a wood-burning stove ideal for chilly mountain evenings. An updated, propane-fired, central heating system provides a secondary heat source. Greeted with hickory wood floors and a large, open carpeted living room, you will enjoy peaceful forest views from nearly every window. The kitchen includes, modern appliances, granite countertops, wood cabinetry, and vintage character with tile accents. A 520 sq. ft. attached garage and a 200 sq. ft. covered front porch add practical utility and inviting outdoor living potential. With 4.3 mostly usable acres, this property offers exciting potential. Self-sufficiency is ensured with the following amenities: well, septic, propane, and an AutoStart backup 10kW Generac generator. Located on a county-maintained road, 8 minutes to Scotts Flat Lake, this peaceful mountain home is a rare Nevada County find. Don't miss your chance to enjoy nature, privacy, and potential, all just a short drive from Historical Downtown Nevada City.