Home | Nevada County | Nevada City | 95959 | 12940 Discovery Way
MLS: ME226038611 | Status: PendingDoNotShow | Price: $965,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 /1 | 2,863 | 3.08 | – |
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 energ
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ME226038611 |
| MLS Source | MetroList Services, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Kitchen | Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Granite, Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pantry, Skylight(s) |
| Appliances | Built-in BBQ Grill, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Oven - Gas, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Warming Drawer |
| Dining Room | Formal Area |
| Family Room | Deck Attached, View |
| Flooring | Carpet, Tile, Wood |
| Laundry | Cabinets, In Laundry Room, Laundry Area, Tub / Sink |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air |
| Heating | Central Forced Air, Fireplace Insert, Propane, Solar |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Raised |
| Pool | Pool - No |
| Style | Custom, Victorian |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, RV Possible, RV/Boat Parking, Tandem Parking, Garage: 4 Car(s) |
| Sewer | Shared Septic |
| Water | Well |
| HOA Fee | $600 |
| HOA Fee Frequency | Annually |
| Complex Amenities | Barbecue Area |
| Zoning | R-1 multi-family |
Maryann Rutherford
Re/Max Gold
License #: 02198097
Phone: (530) 559-5024
| # Buildings | # Leased Units | # Total Units |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | – | – |
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada Adult | public | UG | 2.03 mi | N/A |
| North Point Academy | public | 9-12 | 2.08 mi | 7 |
| Nevada Union High School | public | 9-12 | 2.08 mi | 7 |
| Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School | public | K-4 | 2.40 mi | 3 |
| Grass Valley Preschool | public | UG | 2.50 mi | N/A |
| Lyman Gilmore Middle School | public | 5-8 | 2.57 mi | 4 |
| William & Marian Ghidotti High School | public | 9-12 | 2.64 mi | 10 |
| Early Childhood Education | public | UG | 2.64 mi | N/A |
| Bell Hill Academy | public | K-4 | 3.01 mi | 7 |
| Nevada County Special Education School | public | K-8 | 3.20 mi | N/A |
| Earle Jamieson Educational Options | public | 7-12 | 3.21 mi | N/A |
| Seven Hills Intermediate School | public | 4-8 | 3.22 mi | 7 |
| Deer Creek Elementary School | public | K-3 | 3.23 mi | 6 |
| Nu Tech High School | public | 9-12 | 3.29 mi | N/A |
| Silver Springs High (Continuation) School | public | 9-12 | 3.36 mi | 2 |
| Union Hill Middle | public | 7-8 | 4.45 mi | 7 |
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12562 Rough and Ready Hwy | $848,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,700 | Active |
| 12735 Davis Lane | $975,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,296 | Active |
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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 16, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Maryann Rutherford, (530) 559-5024.