Name: Harmony Ridge Lodge
Address: 18883 State Highway 20, Grass Valley, Grass Valley, Grass Valley, CA 95959, United States of America
Rating: 9

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Harmony Ridge Lodge

Grass Valley

Attended a wedding at this location. First let me say, most of all the photos shown for Harmony Ridge are OLD. There is NO grass, it's turf, there is no covering on the deck, all of the greenery has been removed around the wedding arch and beyond the deck. I didn't see any pictures that resemble what Harmony Ridge looks like present day. It's still lovely and very pleasant for a wedding or event but be prepared. NOW, for the main review. A friends wedding in which they paid top dollar, booked well in advance, for whole location, lodge included, for entire weekend of wedding. Informed the day of wedding, decorating going in and out of the Lodge that we had to keep door closed and NOT let the CAT out!  No prior mention of any cat and now we had to monitor and not let it out!  Friday night realized many of the outdoor lights DID NOT work, seems those should have been attended to before our arrival, yet we had to ask they be replaced day of wedding. Approx 2 hrs it took for them to be fixed so no, it wasn't just a couple bulbs.  Wedding party was informed upon arrival that they had to be out Sunday at 11am due to another event booked. No prior communication of this was given, it wasn't until arrival on Friday the venue mentioned it. This was not what had originally been told. Their lack of communication is very frustrating. Last, seems things are not being kept up, repairs, painting, decor, and just common things to make it what is once was have fallen to the wayside.  It's disappointing. AND yes the  2 breakfast meats per person is completely off putting! Do better Harmon Ridge.

Mixed Feelings Too

Myself and it seems a few other guests had high expectations from all the 5* reviews. A 5* property should be in the league of a Four Seasons or St Regis hotel. Although HRL has its charm, it does not meet those standards. I'll start with the negatives. No TV, no phone, no alarm clock. Thin polyester-blend bedsheets.
A tasty breakfast but with a two-pieces-of-bacon limit. Also, hard to reach by phone if you have any questions. One call was answered by a man with a thick Asian accent. He hung up on me before I was done talking. My 2nd and 3rd calls went to voicemail (with the same man's outgoing message), and neither call was returned.

There are positives. We had a suite with large windows over the beds and great views of the forest (if you're facing away from the other buildings). The room was neat and very clean. Housekeeping did a great job. Towels soiled from people using outside at the lake, etc, are removed from bathroom use and offered for messier situations. And Clark was an amiable host.

Overall I feel a 3.5* rating is fair. I had to downgrade to offset the abundance of 5* reviews. I respect those who had a different experience than I; nonetheless I feel those reviews create unrealistic expectations.

Mixed feelings.

After reading all of the reviews, we were very excited to stay at the Harmony Ridge Lodge for a special birthday weekend,  However, we were sorely disappointed!  From the lukewarm reception to the shabby rooms our first impression was not good.  The furniture was dated and mismatched, carpet industrial, linens cheap.  Certainly nothing like the picture on this ad.  I thought, “Well, at least we have a great breakfast to look forward to!”  We were served cold pancakes with industrial sized syrup in its plastic container, half sausages and bacon ( told to only take two pieces), hard boiled eggs and yogurt.  It was Comfort Inn fare, not breakfast to order as stated in one review.   I don’t know if this was an off weekend or they had a temporary host/chef, but based on my stay I would not recommend this lodge.

Disappointing!

Harmony Ridge Lodge is a must-stay in Nevada City! They recently hosted my brother's wedding, and we stayed on-site for the weekend. The venue was gorgeous, complete with lush greenery, gardens and flowers which add to the natural ambiance.

I can't say enough nice things about the staff. They are warm, friendly and extremely hospitable. Clark made us breakfast each morning, which featured homemade ingredients picked from the garden on-site. Such a pleasant way to start each day!

The rooms are spacious, comfortable and quaint. The aesthetic isn't modern, rather it fits the ambiance of a lodge in this area of California.

Whether for a wedding, retreat or just a weekend getaway, you won't regret staying at Harmony Ridge Lodge.

A must-visit in the Nevada City area!

We booked last minute for our stay.
It was clean.
staff fantastic.
Location Beautiful and its Dog Friendly.
The location was outside
Little Milo met us when we checked in.
Its outside Nevada City.
The rooms were spot less.
Great areas to take your four legged friends for a walk.
We plan to book another trip here
Prices are great.
Served breakfast which we took to our room.
Would recommend this to all.

Simply the Best

This is the absolute best place to stay handsdown! I have traveled so many places and this beats them all! The customer service is the best. These people go out of the way to help make you feel at home. Beautiful and extra clean. Even there towels smelled amaizing! Very impressed. Very quiet and relaxing. Good breakfast and beautiful views. Could not ask for a better experience.

If you are looking for somewhere to stay, look no further!

The Harmony Ridge Lodge is at the edge of a national forest, but just a few minutes outside of Nevada City. It felt like we had the best of both worlds. Our room at the lodge was very large and spacious, and we got to enjoy the forest right outside our window. However, it was very easy to pop into town for dinner. It definitely felt like a retreat. The manager was really warm, friendly, and personable, and the breakfast was a very ample buffet with different foods each day.

In the winter, it was a cozy and warm place to stay with beautiful Christmas decorations, but in the summer it would be even better! Our room had an outdoor patio that would be perfect for reading on a warm day.

Warm and cozy retreat

This place is quiet and very relaxing!  The staff was very friendly, they let us check in super early so we could go hike.  Breakfast was good and shared with the other people staying at the lodge.  We thought the place was a great bargain and will definitely stay there again.  

Relax & Enjoy Nature

A thousand words will not do this place justice - you have to see it to believe it! A truly beautiful B & B in beautiful surroundings, plus, your breakfast will be made to order. The place serves also as a wedding venue.

Gorgeous B & B!

This was a wonderful place. The location was spectacular and the accommodations were extremely comfortable. The grounds were beautiful and peaceful. Our stay was topped off in the morning with a homemade breakfast. We will definitely be back.

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