Founded in 1851, Genoa is an unincorporated town in the Carson River Valley of Douglas County, south of Reno, Nevada. Prior to the creation of the Nevada Territory in 1861, Genoa was in the Utah Territory, and first settled by Mormon pioneers. Known as Mormon Station, it served as a trading post and stop for travelers along the California Trail. The original Mormon settlers withdrew during the Utah War of 1857, after which the settlement was renamed Genoa. Nevada’s first hotel, newspaper and court were in Genoa, although the newspaper -- Territorial Enterprise -- relocated to Virginia City in 1860. The Genoa Bar was patronized by Mark Twain, Teddy Roosevelt and Johnny Cash, and was used in John Wayne and Clint Eastwood movies. Genoa was also the setting for Misery, the movie starring Kathy Bates, during which the town doubled in size temporarily, as buildings were added and then removed after the completion of filming. Located seven miles south of Minden, the Genoa Historic District is a portion of the community that is listed in the US National Register of Historic Places, although it was historically the site of Mormon Station.
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1862 David Walley’s Restaurant and Saloon
Operated by Summer Winds Resort Services, the 150 year-old restaurant and bar are located in Genoa, Nevada. Its history, location, menus, and hours of operation area featured.
http://www.1862davidwalleysresort.com/
David Walley’s Hot Springs Resort
The condominium resort features five hot springs, a full-service spa, and the in-house 1862 Restaurant & Saloon. General information about the facilities, special offers, vacation ownership plans, and photographs are featured. Rooms may be reserved online and a private login is available for owners.
http://www.davidwalleys-resort.com/
Lodge 12 is a Freemason organization in Genoa, Nevada. An outline of Freemasonry, membership information, lodge officers and contacts, a calendar of events, and announcements are featured.
http://www.douglas12.org/
Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber if a non-profit membership organization comprised of business within the Genoa, Nevada and surrounding region. Membership policies and benefits, meeting schedules, a calendar of events, and a newsletter are featured.
http://www.genoachamber.com/
Situated in Genoa, Nevada, at the foothills of the Sierra Mountains, the hotel features eleven guest accommodations, which are highlighted in photographs, a list of amenities, pricing, and online bookings.
http://www.genoacountryinn.com/
The annual event is highlighted, with photographs of past events, schedules, and information about, and online sales of tickets and day passes, maps of the festival area, and a social blog.
http://www.cowboypoetrygenoa.com/
The business offers walking tours through the historic town of Genoa, Nevada’s oldest settlement, highlighting the history of the Genoa Bar, the Genoa Courthouse, the Dake House, the Genoa Cemetery, the Hanging Tree, and other parts of the town rumored to be haunted. Schedules and contacts are featured.
http://www.genoahistoricghosttours.com/
Genoa Lakes Golf Club & Resort
Featuring two championship golf courses, located two miles apart, the golfing facility includes guest accommodations, a restaurant, and banquet facilities. Its membership policies, tee fees, directions, and contacts are posted.
http://www.genoalakes.com/
Located in the historic district of Genoa, Nevada, the dining facility specializes in French cuisine using seasonal menus. Directions, menus, hours of operation, and online reservations are featured here.
http://lafermegenoa.com/
Currently hosting weddings and special events, the former bed and breakfast facility is located in historic Genoa, Nevada. An overview of its services, both flash and non-flash photography, and policy information are featured.
http://www.orchardhouse.us/
Located in Douglas County, Nevada, the unincorporated town is Nevada’s oldest settlement. The town office location and hours are posted, along with a history of the community, calendar of events, and meeting agendas and minutes. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.genoanevada.org/
Open year round, the business sells Ranch One locally-fed beef, as well as gifts and gourmet foods. A map shows the location of the store, and its products are highlighted, along with policy information and contacts.
http://www.trimmeroutpost.com/
The Victorian bed and breakfast facility is located in Genoa, Nevada. Its rooms are highlighted and shown in pictures, along with the common areas, rates, and policy information. Reservations may be made through the site.
http://www.wildrose-inn.com/
