Sold on May 15, 2026 for $965,000

12940 Discovery Way, Nevada City, CA 95959

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3 bd · 4.0 ba · 2,863 sqft · $337/sqft · 3.08 acres

Residential · Single Family Residence · Built 2003

Description

Experience refined country living in this elegant Mountain Lakes estate, set on over 3 usable acres with serene lake views and a seasonal stream. A grand staircase welcomes you into this timeless 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and entertaining. The main level features a formal dining room, a beautifully appointed kitchen, a spacious family room, custom parlor, and a private ensuite bedroom ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an expansive office complete with custom built-in cabinetry perfect for working from home or creative pursuits. Wraparound decks extend across much of the home, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy gatherings in the outdoor kitchen area, with an unfinished concrete patio ready to be equipped with electrical and water ready for your personal finishing touches. Car enthusiasts and adventurers will appreciate the oversized detached garage with RV access and four-car capacity. Above the garage sits an approximately 800 sq ft private living space, complete with its own living room, kitchen, newly tiled shower, and bedroom ideal for guests, rental income, or extended family. Additional highlights include fully owned solar for energy efficiency and peace of mind. All this, just 15 minutes from historic Nevada City offering the perfect blend of privacy, nature, and convenience.

Agent & source

Listed by
Maryann Rutherford
Brokerage
Re/Max Gold
DRE
#02198097
Bought with
Dana D. Stevens
MLS # 226038611 Source MetroList Services

Property details

Rooms & Layout

Levels
Two
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4.0 (3 full, 1 partial)
Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area
  • Pantry Closet
  • Skylight(s)
  • Granite Counter
  • Island
  • Kitchen/Family Combo
Dining
Formal Area
Living Room
Deck Attached, View
Family Room
Deck Attached, View
Primary Bedroom
  • Closet
  • Ground Floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Outside Access
  • Sitting Area
Primary Bathroom
Double Sinks, Tub w/Shower Over, Walk-In Closet 2+
Other Bathrooms
Closet, Tile
Laundry
  • Cabinets
  • Dryer Included
  • Sink
  • Ground Floor
  • Washer Included
  • Inside Area
  • Inside Room

Property Features

View
Panoramic, Lake, Woods
Lot features
  • Auto Sprinkler F&R
  • Garden
  • Stream Seasonal
  • Low Maintenance
Pets
Yes
Lot dimensions
Nevada County
Road
Paved
Topography
Level, Trees Many

HOA

This home has an HOA.

Building & Construction

Architectural Style
Victorian
Construction Materials
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Raised

Exterior & Parking

Parking
4-car garage, Attached, RV Garage Detached, RV Possible, Detached, Tandem Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest Parking Available, Workshop in Garage
Patio & Porch
Front Porch, Wrap Around Porch
Exterior Features
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Built-In Barbeque
  • Fire Pit
Other Structures
Shed(s), Storage

Interior & Comfort

Heating
Propane, Central, Fireplace Insert
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features
Formal Entry, Wet Bar
Windows
Dual Pane Partial

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances
  • Gas Cook Top
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Hood Over Range
  • Compactor
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Double Oven
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Warming Drawer
  • Wine Refrigerator
Other equipment
Central Vacuum, Water Filter System

Utilities

Water Source
Well
Sewer
Shared Septic
Electric
Generator
  • Sewer Connected
  • Internet Available
  • Solar
  • See Remarks
  • Propane
  • Propane Tank Leased
Irrigation
Agricultural Well

Nearby

Active Pending Closed Rental
Elementary
Nevada City District
Middle
Nevada City District
High
Nevada Joint Union District

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