The bakery + winery at the end, though—truly worth the detour. While Grass Valley + Nevada City are (fairly) well-known stops in the Sierra Foothills, few travelers venture out to Brown’s Valley, a beautiful yet truly off the beaten path corner of rolling hills and farmland. One reason to visit? The 1-year-old farmstay, @bluerubyfarm . Run by wife/husband, host/chef duo, Stephanie + Paul, it’s a really unique experience. Inspired by their travels in Europe and Paul’s time as a chef at Chez Panisse, the experience centers around healthy, locally-sourced meals that bring guests together to socialize and get to know each other. Other nearby highlights include: 🥐 @artisanlavinia: Open only on Saturdays, don’t miss this local bakery and community hangout spot. Flour for their breads + pastries are milled on site 😍 🍷 @frenchtownfarms: Just down the road from Lavina, these wines are interesting and good. Reservations needed. 🏞 South Yuba River State Park: Go for a swim or hike trails like Independence Trail or Point Defiance Loop. It’s cozy, welcoming, and completely off the radar—for now. If you’re craving a slower, more meaningful escape, this place is so worth the trip. Who would you bring here? Tag them below. 👇 👉 Follow @wheresjessieb for more unique California travel ideas. #jessiebincalifornia #californiagetaways #sierrafoothills #travelcalifornia #sierranevadas