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Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
Lake
TV, fireplace, books
Golf

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

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Monte Rio, California
  • Russian River
    1 min walk
  • Monte Rio Public Beach
    7 min walk
  • Rio Theatre
    8 min walk
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    33 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View

Enjoy spectacular views of the Russian River and the surrounding redwood forest from this lovely 2-bedroom, 1-bath sanctuary in Monte Rio, also known as Sonoma County’s ‘Vacation Wonderland.’ Just steps from your door, choose to paddle along the river, enjoy a leisurely beach picnic, or bike along scenic Redwood-lined trails. If outdoor adventure doesn't keep you busy enough, venture further for wine tasting in the area's world-class wine country, or visit beaches on the Pacific coastline.

-- THE PROPERTY --

TOT Certificate #: 4257N | TVR17-0385 | Dog Friendly | Walk to Riverfront Beaches | Peaceful Hilltop Surroundings | Access Only By Stairs

Rustic woodsy hideaway meets elegant wine country escape at this cozy Monte Rio vacation rental, where outdoor enthusiasts and Pinot Noir lovers are sure to delight.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin Futon | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Queen Futon | Additional Sleeping: Cot

HOME DETAILS: Gas fireplace, large flat-screen TV, laptop-friendly workspace, 6-person dining table, board games
RIVER & REDWOODS VIEWS: Spacious deck w/ dining set & lounge chairs, forested backyard w/ manmade pond
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, Crockpot, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, blender, wine glasses
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), direct access to pond, noise sensors, exterior security camera (1, facing out), quiet hours (after 10:00 PM), no A/C, homeowner on-site
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, steep exterior staircase to enter
PARKING: Street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT: Monte Rio Skate Park (0.4 miles), Monte Rio Theater (0.4 miles), Northwood Golf Club (1.6 miles), Sonoma Zipline Adventures (4.0 miles), Pegasus Theater (4.5 miles), River Theater (4.7 miles), Pee Wee Golf & Arcade (5.0 miles)
FLOAT THE RIVER: Monte Rio Public Beach (0.3 miles), Johnson’s Beach (4.7 miles), Guerneville River Park (5.2 miles), Sunset Beach River Park (9.4 miles), Forestville River Access (10.3 miles)
WINE TOUR: Rio Crest (5.4 miles), Porter-Bass (7.4 miles), Korbel Winery (7.6 miles), Square Peg Winery (8.7 miles), Freeman Vineyard & Winery (11.0 miles), Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery (12.0 miles), Iron Horse Vineyards (13.3 miles)
SCENIC TRAILS: Willow Creek Open Space (5.6 miles), Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (7.3 miles), West County Regional Trail (12.0 miles), Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail (15.6 miles), Shiloh Ranch Regional Park (22.0 miles)
SHOP & DINE: Downtown Monte Rio (0.3 miles), Duncan Mills (4.5 miles), Guernveville (4.7 miles)
AIRPORT: San Francisco International Airport (85.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- No dogs in the pond
- No gate around the pond
- Please remove shoes at home entrance
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story home requires a steep exterior staircase to enter
- NOTE: The property may not be suitable for small children because it is not child-proofed and features direct access to a small pond
- NOTE: This property features noise sensors inside the home. These devices do not record sound (or video), only noise levels
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera located by the front gate, facing the property entrance. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera will not actively record video or sound while guests are in residence
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM
- NOTE: Fireworks are illegal in the Sonoma County Fire District
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit, and may be present during your stay. The owner also uses an area near the rental with a separate entrance for their office and to do laundry. The laundry may be done and heard during the stay
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Russian River. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio
  • Steps from Russian River and Monte Rio Public Beach

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

461856

Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness
issues
The house was very nice and comf9rtable and had most things needed for comfort and efficiency. What was not noted was the amoudlyt of noise from outside, the disturbance of the rural view by roads, and the gathering of a loud church gathering singing loudly for hours on a Sunday morning. Also access to the river on a weekend is difficult and very crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home to enjoy the river
Four friends stayed here and enjoyed the patio overlooking the river. Was great for cooking---new can opener needed though :) 5 minute walk to Bartlett's grocery and nearby tennis courts. Really enjoyed the space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

SUSAN N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heat Wave
Stayed during a heat wave, but was cool in this home even without air conditioning. Great view of the river and Monte Rio beach is less than a half mile. Grocery store is near beach, so very convenient. Home was super comfortable and lots of room for a 2 bedroom home. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Accommodations
The house was very nice and clean. The view was very nice. My greatest concerns came about up on arrival. First, there is no mention of the extremely narrow street and no dedicated parking. My son drives a large diesel truck that had to be parked far away. They have a 4 month old that had to be walked in the rain. Secondly, the steps were mentioned on the booking site but the steepness was not mentioned. I have very painful knees and walking up and down these stairs was painful and dangerous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views but
Our stay was disappointing. We had come to the Russian River to celebrate my birthday. We soon discovered upon arrival that we were not alone. What we thought was a private home actually had a tenant living downstairs and another tenant in the guest house. We could hear the downstairs tenant talking, coughing, singing, playing music and showering. I'm sure she could hear us as well. From the guest house, we could hear music, could smell and feel the hot air from the clothes dryer vent in the courtyard when it was being used. The shutters to the guest house would be open and closed at various times and the tenant downstairs told us that someone was living there. There was a sign in the house asking us to observe a quiet time from 10pm to 9am so as not to disturb the downstairs tenants. I could find nothing in the online description for this house that included information about a tenant downstairs or an occupant in the guest house. There was a license posted at the front door of the house stating that this property should only have 1 tenant. Renting this home for 3 nights was not a small investment and our expectation was that it would be private. I think we were sold something that was misrepresented.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a very pleasant stay at this wonderful home. The house is tastefully furnished with everything we needed, to include a full kitchen, for a quiet getaway. We especially enjoyed the close proximity to Armstrong Redwoods State Park and downtown Guerneville, which was less than five miles away. Also, there is a free EV charging station less than 4 1/2 miles away from the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jochen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monte Rio Russian River
Very comfortable nice home in Monte Rio overlooking the river. We stayed 3 nights and really enjoyed our mini-vacation at the Russian River Area. The kitchen was well equipped, so was the rest of the house. The owner was very helpful. Will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2023
We were celebrating our 40th anniversary and had a wonderful time staying here. I don't think the pictures really do it justice. We spent most of our time outside on the large deck in the lounges watchiing bats, satellites, the space station and numerous perseid meteors. And of course the Redwoods! The inside is very nicely decorated, comfy/cozy! Some previous comments mention the stairs....I think they must have been fixed as I didn't find them rickety at all. And prior comments about ice.....there is now a separate freezer with ice which we really appreciated. We golfed 2 days at the beautiful Northwoods golf course. The restaurant there is quite good too. NOTE - It seems many many places are closed on Monday and/or Tuesday. Eating is rather hard to find. We Will stay here again, maybe sooner than we thought when we first rented. But we would so it Wednesday and on. It was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

PHAIK IM O., San Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness
Baptism with nature
Best Russian River experience. Beautiful house with splendid view of the R River just outside of wide balcony. Soothing lovely Zen-like pond in front garden. Delightful , Delightful , Delightful .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

larry b., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great deck and view
We enjoyed our stay and will stay again in the summer if available. The house was clean and spacious, especially the large and well equipped kitchen. Large deck over looking river and bridge. A few minor things; The stairs to get down to home were a bit wobbly near the top and once inside the gate your standing on a stair to close it not a landing. Street is very narrow and parking was a challenge.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nuala M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views, short stroll to river
We really enjoyed the peaceful surrounding and deck views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Place
We really enjoyed our stay. The facilities were true to the website pics and description, clean and charming. The view from the deck of the river was fantastic. We ran into the owner who even gave us some fresh salmon just caught that day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda v., San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Monte Rio peace
Our stay in Monte Rio with beautiful views from the deck was heavenly. The garden and pond was serene and brought a sense of zen and calm. The interior of the home was comfy and clean. In the mornings we freshly ground our coffee beans and brewed our cup of joes. Then sit on the deck overlooking the river and listening to birds chirping. If you want a relaxing stay to read a book, walk into town without TV then this is a place for you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

FRED V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was my wife’s birthday week, daughters visited on the weekend. The rest of the time we relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful view. Would recommend this to anyone looking for peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022