Rustic chic with wine country flair can be used to describe the Gold Rush Getaway – a stunning 2-year NEW 3 bd 2 ba home just a 10-minute walk to picturesque, historic downtown Murphys! Nationally recognized as one of the “Coolest Small Towns in the United States” by Budget Travel Magazine! Take a step back in time to the gold rush days of the mid-1800’s with a stroll down charming tree-lined Murphys Main St. with its numerous restaurants, shops and galleries, and over two dozen wine tasting rooms.
Attention to detail is apparent as you enter the home to find a stylish, open concept living/dining/kitchen area with 9 ft ceilings and high end finishes throughout. The spacious former model home sleeps up to 6 with 1600 sq. ft of living space on a 1/3-acre flat lot.
The state of the art fully stocked gourmet kitchen features an oversized 10-ft island, perfect for gathering with a group. The living area leads to the professionally landscaped rear yard perfect for relaxing, barbecuing on the Weber grill, and enjoying mountain views.
Awake refreshed in the primary bedroom with a King TempurPedic bed and enjoy the large ensuite with a spa-like oversized shower. The primary bedroom also opens to the rear yard. The 2nd bedroom features a queen bed. The 3rd bedroom has two full beds. Both the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have new Simmons BeautyRest mattresses and large closets.
Start your mornings with a cup of Starbucks coffee, provided in the coffee bar, which can be enjoyed on the inviting front porch or in the relaxing rear yard.
Enjoy high-speed Xfinity internet and 3 smart TV’s (55″ in living area, 43″ in two bedrooms). Ceiling fans in all bedrooms. The laundry room features a new GE front loading washer and dryer.
Guests have use of the entire home including the attached 2-car garage with a standard 220V electric vehicle car charger. Must bring own car charging cable. Guests have the option to download the MyQ App and control the garage door from their phone during the duration of the stay.
Known as “Queen of the Sierra” Murphys was once frequented by such notables as President Ulysses S. Grant, author Mark Twain, financier J.P. Morgan, speaker and activist Susan B. Anthony, and outlaw Black Bart to name a few.
The historic buildings in town have been preserved bearing original stone walls, iron shutters and white picket fences – some with hidden garden pathways and courtyards. Never lacking for things to do, this vibrant community hosts numerous events, festivals and concerts throughout the year.
If you decide to venture out of town a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities abound! This four-season destination has something for everyone! Within a short drive find numerous wineries, spectacular hiking trails, scenic drives, lakes and rivers, cave and cavern tours, zip-lining, boating/kayaking and golf courses. Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Columbia State Historic Park are just a 30-minute drive. And in winter enjoy one of the local ski resorts or snow play areas.
The convenient location is also just a 5-minute walk to other restaurants and businesses including popular brewery and eatery The Watering Hole, full-service grocery store Sierra Hills Market, the adjacent natural foods market, and Murphys Pizza.
Be our guest and enjoy a stay in this fabulous Murphy’s home!
