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    $3,100/mo

    26492 Barb Wire Ln, Colfax, CA 95713

    5beds
    2,645sqft
    Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
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    Single family residence
    Available now
    Dogs OK
    Central air
    Hookups laundry
    Attached garage parking
    Forced air

    What's special

    Boat rampForest and mountain viewsEntertainment centerFlatware platesElectronic devicesNewer appliancesWhirlpool dishwasher
    This very spacious semi custom ** Home and 2 acre property is located 200 steps from the Rollins Lake shoreline. It is also very near the lake's, boat ramp, and if parked at the boat-dock, you'll live within swimming range of your boat. One of the most popular lake recreation areas; Long Ravine resort offers fishing and camping, a restaurant, supply store, boat rentals, dock rentals and is the only Marina on the Lake offering gas on the water. The area features Rollins Lake, the Bear River, and Tahoe National, Forest , and is an ideal location for the Outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy, Fishing Boating, H20 / Sno- Skiing , Dirt-bike & Quad Riding, hiking, biking and Equestrian activities. The house and property is situated in one of the most beautiful and sought after neighborhood's equidistant from Colfax, CA and Grass Valley's Chicago Park, CA. The Property is 95% usable, and the layout is such that one feels that there are multiple areas where you could for relax, work or play within your own private park-like living area. In short, This single-family home and property is a unique semi-custom HOME offered for Rent by its owner. It is offered with a (6) six Mo lease to start, with negotiations welcomed for longer at the inception. This Bi-Level Home has a deep 3 car Garage, with a designated handyman workshop attached. There is also a universal gym set, which comes with the rental. The home has been "upgraded" with ceramic tile-countertops and the kitchen and dining areas are adorned with beautiful Laminate as well as Hardwood plank flooring. A Large Redwood Deck with beautiful forest and mountain views is just outside of the kitchen and the dining room areas. The home is located on 2 acres, and the tenants are welcome to frolic throughout, enjoying the woods, nature, Wildlife, birds, and All are welcomed to use our "private trail", which leads directly to the Rollins Lake Shoreline in just under 200 steps. (Our trail runs right into our favorite Fishing cove, which is just across the docks and boat launching ramp of Rollin's Lake's, Long Ravine resort. ) Negotiable/Optional: Section 8, OK The house is "Minimally furnished", {NO BEDS} HOUSE INCLUDES(2) two sectional sofas, wall decorations, curtains and blinds, 2 temp/beds, a large oak entertainment center with: TV, DVD player, CD player, Audio-Video Receiver, Klipsch Speakers (3), (set up for surround-sound-system. * (No Charge to tenants) Home Network Capabilities: The Home Network is already setup for high speed Internet and premium cable TV streaming. The local Internet company named smarter broadband supplied the home with a special modem to work with their equipment, so the tenant will pay the monthly fee of $89 along with the monthly rent to the landlord on the 1st of each month, which includes the rental of their equipment. (the plan speeds can be chosen by tenants which will determine price , (which is usually $89/mo. This system offers the tenants a unique way of combining Internet, productivity and entertainment- through video streaming providers like Apple TV+, MAXX, Prime Video, etc.; Since the Broadband service and L.O.S Cellular is set to use Company's Modem- landlord has supplied a long distance router, which will come with the rental. It is a specific specifically programmed -"Geo-Fenced-router", that is set for xtra Bandwidth Internet/streaming & Basic cable television at increased speeds at a lower cost. Newer Appliances: All of the kitchen appliances are NEWER BRANDS, like an : LG - 25 ft3 (cubic foot) refrigerator, featuring filtered water and automatic ice maker. The 5 ft3 Smart WiFi Enabled "GE oven" and 5 Element Propane stove is a definite upgrade for the gourmet cook. Among some features are: Wi-Fi controlling, radar range (with or without convection options) for cooking; and the stove cooktop features 4 Iron grated gas burners ; various & appropriate sized, (large, medium and small), and a large Centered Stove Burner for indoor grill cooking, which also doubles as a skillet burner, perfect for cooking omelettes, pancakes and sausage. The "Whirlpool dishwasher" is 3 yrs NEW & the "Samsung Microwave" is only (2) two years new. There is a full laundry room, complete cabinets for storage, cleaning supplies (utility/cleaning rm), There are: Hookups for both Electric 110 and 220V for washing machine, and for the Dryer you can choose either 110 V , 220 V for electric or Propane Gas hook ups for your Dryer. Home Layout/ Catering to: This homes floor plan/layout is perfect for the Self-Employed, Remote- telecommuter, or the working professional with the desire to live the peaceful, rich and secure life, while commuting only 20 to 40 minutes (at the furthest) to Grass Valley, Lake Tahoe, Auburn, Roseville, or E. Sacramento. The location is great for the outdoor enthusiast, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, water-skiing, snow-skiing, and dirtbike riding; all which are accessible just outside the front door with a small hike or ride to the "trailhead" , or the Rollins Lake Resort's shoreline (only 200 steps). In the Winter, a mere 30 minute drive gets you to Sugar bowl and Boreal - the 2 closest (North-lake Tahoe ski resorts) from this pristine location. Located in the unincorporated area of Colfax just adjacent to the bear river and Grass Valley's Chicago Park, offers the inclusive proximity to the unique Culture offered by the historic towns of COLFAX, Grass Valley & Nevada City. Bus children to Colfax Elementary and Colfax high schools. Academic Scores are Above Average to Excellent. (4, 8/10) standard educational scales, and an "Inter-District transfer" to *Chicago Park School in Grass Valley, is easily attained(score; 9/10) *More about the area: The marina or Long Ravine resort offers public functions featuring weekend bands, dancing, dinner and drinks, and the ever popular outdoor Eatery "The Beach Hut Deli". It is the only Marina/ boat dock resort on Rollins Lake that has a fuel pump selling gas to the public (out of six resorts in all ). *As a Local resident in the proximity, and just across from Long Ravine resort, many of us living along Barb Wire Lane enjoy being Private "Boat Slip holders", which for a nominal fee, entitles us to park our boats on their docks, (in the water for 4-1/2 Mos. From May 1-Sep 15 yearly; which means, only having to launch the boat once. A must-have for the avid Boating enthusiasts and/or fishermen-Anglers. Dining Out / Entertainment: There are several quality restaurants and eateries in historic downtown *Colfax, as well as historic *Grass Valley AND *Nevada city (close-by towns), for dining in and delivery, including many varieties of International cuisine- from: Mexican Foods, Italian, Pizzerias, Steak Taverns, Subway- sandwiches, unique, and gourmet burger-joints, and Chinese Food places, as well as-fast food's, like McDonalds, etc. There are coffee-shops, wine bars, Brew- pubs- "brewery restaurants", and the popular locals favorite places for good food and friends are the country and mountain-motif bars, like the Red Frog, and the Railhead Saloon, that also offer dancing and socializing, as well as other activities and community events. Amtrak's "California Zephyr" stops at the new and improved Train Station in downtown Historic Colfax every day at 12:00, and at 3:00 PM going either east to Salt Lake City, UT or West to Emeryville, CA. were they stop off in the famous, the "biggest little city in the world" , Reno, Nevada . Did I mention that Colfax's beautiful " train station Park" - has just been modernized? This 4 Bdrm Custom - Rental Gem is available on Jun 1, 2025. * (being offered for rent is THIS (4) four bedroom two bath single-family home) Section 8, OK The house is offered for Lease for 1 year and will convert to a mo to mo. Agreement beginning the 1st of the month. After 1 year either tenants or landlord will have the option to dissolve the rental agreement for any reason with a mandatory written 60 day notice. * Rent is Due on the 1st of each Month; We extend a grace period of 4 days, but beginning the 4th day if rent has NOT been paid, a late fee of $100 will be charged to the tenant. There is No smoking inside and within 10 ft from any doors or windows if the house. Dogs are great! There is an extra deposit for each ($1000 ea) neg. There is NO smoking "inside" at any time or in any of the rooms and/or hallways of the residence. Tenants agree to keep dirt, debris, and trash contained in the receptacles provided until *trash pickup day (Fri AM) *weekly. (p/u subscription is tenants expense) Tenants will place electricity in "their name within two days" of move-in for PG&E and Pioneer energy. *The garbage pickup subscription must also be be put into tenants name with "Tahoe Truckee Disposal Company" (N. Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City ) within same timeframe. **Tenants also agree to keep leaves and dry/fallen Tree branches away from structure to keep/ create defensible fire space at least 50 feet away from home structures at all times. Gutters and downspouts are to be kept clean and flowing throughout the duration of the lease. All messes and/or damages which is the result of the tenants Dog(s), will be the tenants responsibility, and will be cleaned/repaired as soon as possible upon discovery There will be a "one time" fee charged to tenants at move-in for $500 which pays for the first 100 gallons/250 gallon propane tank delivery and minimum fill up. To be paid with 1st months Rent (05/10/2025). * There is a "monthly fee" which the tenants will pay to Landlord directly of $89/MO for television/cable streaming and high-speed Internet, unless Tenant agrees to put streaming cable and Internet in their name with Smarter Broadband out of Chicago Park, CA. {Minimal Futnishing} * USE of router, modem, and all electronic devices (Hardware), as well as the Entertainment center, sectional couches, coffee tables, (all existing furniture) , as well as minor amenities for kitchen and bathrooms will be supplied for 4 persons. (if needed by the new tenants); (flatware plates, bowl, cups, tumblers, towels (4). (No Charge) (Tenant responsible for major damage and theft only) Section 8, OK
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, WD Hookup
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Features
    • WD Hookup
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,645 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Off Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Disabled access
    Features
    • Exterior features: 3640 Gererac portable gasoline Generator - included - (emergency use only), 4th bedroom (downstairs) separate outdoor entrance, Bicycle storage, Boat parking (Must Run), Extra Patking (designated areas), Filtered shower heads, Forest Setting, Heating system: Forced Air, Optional/separate entrance for downstairs; 4th bedroom, Pet & Wildlife Sanctuary, Property has 2 Mercury Vapor outdoor lights, Track Lighting, Universal Weight Training Set, Water Softener included (option), Wrap-around driveway, property has low-voltage and solar lights in front and backyard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 099080054000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Colfax

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 6 Month

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/22/2025Price change$3,100-3.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/29/2025Price change$3,200-5.9%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/26/2025Listed for rent$3,400+6.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/11/2025Listing removed$3,200$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/9/2025Listed for rent$3,200-2.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: 95713

    • Special offer!
      NOTE: The Main House is offered for Rent, which is a 4 (four) bedroom 2 Ba w/ attached Garage. It is a "titled" - 5 Bedroom, but the fifth (#5) bedroom is a detached permitted bedroom/office ; Self Contained Living Space .{NOT INHABITED/4RENT presently}
      Expires June 30, 2025