Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok!

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A modern kitchen with a round dining table, wooden chairs, and a view to the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee maker, a kettle, and various kitchen utensils on the counter.
A deck with outdoor furniture, a red umbrella, and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining area with a view, and a bar stool.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by greenery and a sign advertising art & antiques, tea shop, wine & cheese tasting, and jewelry.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Russian River

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Duncans Mills, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sonoma Coast State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Duncans Mills

Located in Duncans Mills, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fort Ross State Historic Park and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River and Sonoma Coast State Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Duncans Mills, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Northwood Golf Club - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 17 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 21 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 42 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar at the r3 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Baked On The River - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok!?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok! on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$1,509, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront cottage w/ hot tub, lush gardens, privacy & river access, pets ok! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Russian River and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Sonoma Coast State Park. Rio Theatre and Monte Rio Public Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Cozy & comfortable. Sweet layout.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and separate sleeping unit--a great view of the meadow with its wildlife (mostly deer and fox) and the river beyond. Amazing garden. The cottage was sparkling clean and comfortable. We especially loved the reading nook window off the dining room. The host is kind and communicative. This was our 2nd stay. We'll be back
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house with dock and paddle boats and separate cottage for privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful home and location!! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Lovely property, well managed. Really enjoyed being on the Russian River, would absolutely book this one again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and experience

We enjoyed this space, it was beautiful and had everything we needed! Such a beautiful location as well. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at The River Cottage. The property was beautiful and the location was awesome! Close to both Jenner and Guerneville- where we made day trips. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Came here with my husband and parents! We had an amazing time. Planning to come back again in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with a gorgeous view

Our stay was truly wonderful. The property was exactly as advertised with an amazing view and fun activities like kayaking. We enjoyed a fun night of dominos with the in house games and had an overall lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

artist retreat on the river

Fabulous location and a beautiful house, perfect for a shady rest or a day full of activity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Awesome location, beautiful view of the river. A very magical place, the accommodations were perfect for two couples.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

Peaceful getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Views!

eclectic contemporary cottage. nicely appointedand our dog could go to. loved the views and the fireplace; dining area and reading nook and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family of 4

We loved this place. Walking distance to Duncan's Mills, a beautiful hiking trail just down the road, dog friendly, super clean, thoughtfully designed space. We hope to come back. If I say too many good things it will be all booked next time we want to use it so I will stop ;).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River retreat

Clean, comfortable, nice house, that has everything you need. We had 2 family couples and a dog enjoying great area. Fishing was good too! We have seen deers, raccoons, otters, hawks, all kind of birds. We love this place,
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick River Trip

We loved our short stay here. The property was clean, well appointed and the layout of the home utilized the small space well. We enjoyed using the canoe. My daughter loved the outside bathtub. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We left a valuable item behind and are so thankful that MamaK retrieved it for us and worked it out with us to retrieve it. We really appreciate that Karen Its a very cozy place. What’s not to like when you are lounging in the outdoor clawfoot bathtub, at 7am, listening to cows, a rooster and lots of birds, as deer saunter by in the yard. The hot tub was very clean and the unit was very well provisioned. Uniquely and tastefully decorated. We head to the area at least once a year but have never stayed in Duncan Mills but this will be our go to place from now on. And by the way, visit the bakery there, the baker there bakes up super good pastries and stuffed lunch croissants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A meadow with goats sweeping down from house to river

My partner and I spent a great weekend with another couple enjoying this exceptional property, run by the best kind of host you could imagine. Finer touches throughout interior and garden spaces, art, a dock and boats, hot tub and porcelain bathtub on either side of the house. None better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Paradise

Nice clean home on the Russian River. Beautiful redwoods throughout the area. Peaceful sounds of a waterfall and creek near by. Thankful for a great place to go with our four legged kid, Goldie. The only thing that would have made the trip slightly better would be a king size bed in the bedroom. Beautiful and peaceful vacation spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Loved everything about the home; clean, comfortable, and centrally located for what we had planned. c
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning, Magical, Scrupulously Clean

This is a once in a lifetime property. It has been lovingly and thoughtfully decorated. It’s very comfortable. It’s got world class views. Everything you could need has been provided. You really do feel like a cherished guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect New Year Re-set

Needed a getaway to unwind from all the holiday shenanigans where we could rest and start fresh. Everything about this property is wonderful! We already want to return in the summer. My dog does not get to enjoy a yard at home so Nancy really really loved having the freedom to run and play here. Views of the river did not disappoint. Local grub is absolutely fantastic! Slept so well and it was bittersweet to leave. Thanks ever so much for having us! ~Carrie, Barb, and Nancy~
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our week at the Riverfront Cottage was a picture perfect getaway for my husband, Dog and I! We stayed at the cottage for a week as a work/relax get away. during the days, we both toiled aways and had no problem with the Wifi, and still enjoyed relaxing breakfasts, walks, and breaks at the cottage while our pup would sunbath on the porch, and on the evenings and weekends we got out and about in Jenner, Guernvillie, and just hanging out in the cottage, grilling, cooking and reading in the wonderful daybed nook. it felt extra special to be able to wake up early and do a morning canoe before a 9am meeting. the hottub was wonderful for an evening wind down and stargazing on a clear night, and we even played a few rounds of Cornhole! Watching the door, quail, and foxes trot by from the patio was a favorite activity of our pups. Not only is the home beautiful and cozy, but feels like it has a soul. not just a rental house with the bare minmum. But that people visit, play, connect, unwind and bond over food and activities there. its a beautiful space we Hope to come back to!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Premier rental property

I have stayed @ countless VRBO properties stateside and abroad. This property is the “Maybach” of rental properties. Our entire party appreciated the eclectic, beautiful decor/artwork. We all appreciated the attention to detail in providing any thing a client might need to be comfortable inside or outside of the home. We will absolutely return and stay longer next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Nice house that appears to be a recent remodel. Everything was new, clean and comfortable. Lots of amenities with private access to the river, hot tub and great outdoor lounging area. One thing to note is that the 2 bedrooms are in completely separate buildings. Not really an issue other than the fact we were traveling with our 5yo. We didn’t feel comfortable having her sleep alone as we wouldn’t be able to hear her if she woke up in the night. But if your kids are older then having a separate space might be a blessing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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