14631 Empress Mine Ct, Nevada City, CA 95959

Discover a rare 3.13-acre residential land parcel in a private, gated enclave near the legendary Bitney Springs in Nevada County, California. This exclusive Sierra Foothills property offers unparalleled privacy within a secure community of just four parcels, perfectly positioned between Grass Valley and Nevada City. People travel from across Northern California to visit nearby Bitney Springs, where the renowned natural spring water attracts daily visitors who line up with jugs and jars to collect water praised for its exceptional taste and rumored health benefits. Now you can build your dream home less than a mile from this celebrated natural water source that has remained one of Nevada County's best-kept secrets. The property features a capped well and completed perc and mantle test (buyers should verify current status), providing an excellent foundation for custom home construction, hobby farming, or creating your private Sierra Foothills retreat. Accessed via a scenic tree-lined private dirt road, this gated community land offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, and the historic charm of Grass Valley and Nevada City. The gently rolling terrain showcases mature trees and classic Sierra Nevada landscape character, ideal for those seeking acreage with natural beauty and exclusivity. Located in the heart of California's Gold Country, this buildable lot provides proximity to outdoor recreation and the natural springs that make this area so desirable. Whether you're planning a custom estate, weekend getaway, or investment property near one of the region's most unique natural attractions, this 3.13-acre parcel in a gated Nevada County community represents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers seeking privacy, acreage, and access to the Sierra Foothills lifestyle. All showings require agent accompaniment; do not enter gated property without permission.