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Red Castle Historic Lodgings Review

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Red Castle Historic Lodgings

$-$$$, Nevada City

User Rating: **** 4.4

Fodor's Review:

A state landmark, this 1857 Gothic-revival mansion stands on a forested hillside overlooking Nevada City, and is a special place for those who appreciate the finer points of Victorian interior design. Its brick exterior is trimmed with white-icicle woodwork. A steep private pathway leads down through the terraced gardens into town; there's also a well-lighted set of city stairs. Handsome antique furnishings and Oriental rugs decorate the rooms. Red Castle features a delightful afternoon tea, by request, and morning breakfast buffet that is unparalleled among Gold Country B&Bs. Pros: Friendly owners, spectacular food, fascinating architecture. Cons: You'll get a workout walking up the hill from downtown.

Member Reviews & Ratings:

An Old Favourite

Posted by Cromwell from Ontario, Canada on 8/17/07

We returned to the Red Castle 20 years after we had first stayed there. It remains a charming inn with an exceptional location ... as long as you don't mind climbing the steps from town. The trees have grown up, making the place shady but a little dark. Our room had a lovely verandah. Furnishings are Victorian but comfortable, and the plumbing is modern enough. Excellent breakfast.
ROOM: 4.0
ATMOSPHERE: 5.0
SERVICE: 5.0
VALUE: 4.0
RATING: 4.4

 

INFO

  • Address: 109 Prospect St., Nevada City, CA, 95959
  • Phone: 530/265-5135; 800/761-4766
  • Web site
  • Hotel Details: 4 rooms, 3 suites
  • Rate includes: Full breakfast
  • Credit Cards: MC, V

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