St Charles Place

St Charles Place is one of the places you have to see if you are ever in the area. It is worth the drive to see the town of Downieville. The atmosphere is great and a good stop to relax and have a drink. You will enjoy looking over the interior of the bar area and its decorations.

All the stars for being one of the most authentic places in the all around category...for the history and decor, long wood bar, pool table, back patio looking over the river, being able to get phone reception -[only 2 bars but better than none like the surrounding area..not saying that is bad..just that one needs to check for emergency messages every few days or so while way out here]
people are really friendly and the bartender made a nice patron margarita on the rocks.
it was relaxing sitting in the window, next to the natural history display of wild geese and old glass bottles, looking out at the passerby's passing by.
The St. Charles Place is a real piece of old town history indeed.

You don't deserve five stars by any means; however, it was hot as hell when Downieville hosted the Hot Rod show and Poker Run and this was the ONLY spot in town to get a mixed drink!

For that reason alone I'm giving you five stars.  If I am ever back in Downieville (don't hold your breath) I will re-visit my thoughts and see if I still feel this generous!