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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Forestville, CA
  • Russian River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Russian River Vineyard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rubicon Adventures
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine

A luxurious, relaxing, wine country getaway with privacy and views, designed for entertaining and cooking with friends. The large property has a pool with a year round hot tub. The house is within minutes of all the award winning wineries of the Russian River Valley, inspired restaurants, and a short drive to the historic towns of Healdsburg, Sonoma, and the Napa Valley. All only 1 hour from San Francisco!

The house is set up well for family groups of different sizes and the twin bed bedrooms can have the beds combined to create king beds, perfect for a group of four couples.

The property is perfect for enjoying the sunset over the mountains, lounging in the sun, cooking with friends, and tasting the wines of the Russian River while taking in the views.

Property manager

Jennifer
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to answer a series of questions via Vrbo inbox 24 hours from booking confirmation
Guest is required to read and sign the house rental agreement

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 2707

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Forestville

Located in Forestville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sonoma County Fairgrounds is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River and Safari West. Travelling with kids? Consider Rubicon Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Forestville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Russian River Vineyard - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rubicon Adventures - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Korbel Winery - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 18 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mom's Apple Pie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Underwood Bar and Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonoma Pizza Co. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Joseph Swan Vineyards - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kistler Vineyards - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Architect Designed Wine Country View Home - Pool and Spa - Published in Magazine located?

This family-friendly Forestville holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Russian River, Russian River Vineyard and Hartford Family Winery. Iron Horse Vineyards is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Best House Stay Ever

The farmhouse exceeded our expectations and was furnished perfectly. We stayed for the month of April, and had family and friends come out to visit. Everyone’s accommodations were comfortable and everyone raved about the house. The location was perfect for our needs, and it had spectacular views of the surrounding area. We have already booked a return visit for August, and will plan to stay there again for a month next year. Our hosts, Jennifer and Douglas, were easy to contact and their communication with us was flawless. Any issue that arose was immediately resolved by them. Can’t say enough about how enjoyable they made our experience.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Beautiful!

Great place in a beautiful area. Excellent communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Beautiful home with amazing views

Gorgeous pool and grounds with exceptional views make this home perfect for a getaway. Well stocked kitchen and lovely dining room. Easy communication with helpful owners. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke R.

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

Beautiful home and view!

The property was stunning! The view from the backyard is heaven. Our family enjoyed the pool and loved sitting on the back porch as well as having brunch outside under the beautiful foliage. I would stay here again in a heart beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Absolute perfection!

Jennifer, the house manager was so kind and very responsive. We had a few questions and she always got back to us right away. All the house information and instructions were at your fingertips, as well as recommendations for restaurants, shopping, activities and more! The house is absolutely perfection. The views are spectacular! Sunsets and sunrises and all day watching hawks and hummingbirds. The pool was clean and easy to open and close each morning. It was truly an amazing setting with the views and pool area - by far the best we’ve stayed at! The Kitchen came with everything you could need for cooking dinners at home. We took advantage of the house so we cooked most meals there. The house is close to Healdsburg square and many wineries, which was so convenient for us. We will definitely be returning to this special place. Thank you, Jennifer, for making our short stay so memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

Excellent Stay - Highly Recommended

Perfect location for time with family or friends in wine country! House is well appointed and well laid out. Pool / outdoor space was excellent. Highly recommended property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Beautiful Farmhouse & Sonoma Views

Excellent home base for relaxing, exploring Sonoma vineyards, redwoods and coast. Views wonderful - and recommendations helped us quickly find the best places around. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Somoma Review

This was an absolutely beautiful property and perfect for our 70th birthday celebration. The house was immaculate and had all the amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen so we could spend the evening relaxing after a fun day of wine tasting. The view was inspiring and a great way to start your day over breakfast around an amazing dining room table. We all agreed that we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Wonderful

Fantastic property with amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

joy e.

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

Tasteful home with sublime views (healdsburg)

Before this visit I’d never heard of forestville, now I wish I lived there. The house is immaculate, the kitchen a chefs dream, the views are 360 degrees from the house of vineyards, mountains and morning coastal fog. You are close to healdsburg, a wonderful hike path to Sebastopol, Pinot noir country but settled into a sleet paced rural setting. Great owner communications and responsiveness. A beautiful home. Was sorry to leave.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Great property, beautiful location, as advertised!

Perfect property for 3 to 4 couples visiting wine country. Home is in great condition, everything you need. Great location with beautiful views. Owner was easy to communicate with and prompt with responses. Very helpful with great recommendations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

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

Beautiful Farmhouse

My husband and I rented this beautiful renovated farmhouse for 3 weeks. We felt very comfortable, everything was clean and all amenities were at our fingertips! The owners provided us with detailed instructions concerning the house and a list of favorite wineries, restaurants, etc. The property is lovely - many places to sit outside and enjoy the view including the gorgeous pool and spa. We found it to be a great jumping off point to many hiking trails, a paved biking trail, wineries, the coast and Healdsburg. We hope to return some day soon!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Sumptuous Sonoma Retreat

We are pushing back from the gait at San Francisco Airport and we are all sad to be leaving. There are 6 adults in our party and we all feel the same. The purpose of our trip was to explore wine country of Sonoma County. However, after the first day we found ourselves looking at the clock and wanting to return to Jennifer’s beautiful home, perched on its nest above the rolling vineyards. Jennifer, thank you for being a wonderful host and allowing us to enjoy your amazing home. We loved the well stocked kitchen, in fact we opted to cook all our meals in and enjoyed exploring the garden to see what we could harvest for dinner! The outside of your home was just as magnificent as the inside; the pool and hot tub were key elements that promoted our relaxation and allowed us to decompress from our daily routines . We also loved the chilly quiet mornings which allowed us to do our HIIT workouts on pool deck! Found the yoga mats, they came in handy! Location was key, we were close to golf courses, vineyards, and shopping. In addition, your home was by far the cleanest property we have ever stayed at! Whoever wrote the review and suggested that you should declutter your home has no idea what they are talking about! It was those little things that made us feel like we were home. We often do not stay in a place twice but we definitely will book your place again when we return to explore more of Sonoma. This home is definitely for families and friends but not sure if I would bring small children that didn’t know how to swim and were mobile since the pool and hot tub are not secured with a fence. And if you would make that change then you would detract from your amazing views of the valley. Thanks again, Pam
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Peter Y., Boca Raton, FL USA

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

Loved the property, just needs a few improvements.

The house is in an excellent location and the views are amazing. The house has too much stuff including furniture and decorations. The kitchen is very well equipped and I loved it but the pantry and all shelves were completely full so my food had to be stored on the countertop. Bed linens need to be updated in every room. The best thing the owner could do is to get rid of clutter.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Family time

Second time we’ve stayed in this lovey farmhouse. Incredible space that gives three generations of family space to come together and also have quiet respites. The photos don’t do the views justice and everything about the property is thoughtful. Great hosts and can’t wait to come back for a third stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

KATELYN R.

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

Secret slice of heaven

If you are considering renting this property and are on the fence, do it!! You will be beyond impressed and happy with your choice. The views from the property are not given justice in the online listing photos. They are more expensive and more scenic than the listing shows. There is everything in the house that you would ever need! The kitchen is well stocked, the TV room has a ton of games, there are pool noodles and water guns, outside games like ping-pong and spike ball! It’s within 5 to 10 minute driving of some absolute gorgeous wineries with delicious wine tastings. On one of the days we rented we had a very special family celebration on the property. We were able to bring in a florist, a photographer and a caterer and all vendors were stunned by the beauty of the home and the views. I am so incredibly grateful for Jennifer and her great communication and making us feel welcome and answering all of our silly questions around getting the music speakers to work and getting the pool settings just right. This home will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline L.

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

Heaven on earth.

One of the loveliest vacations we’ve ever had as a family. Jenn couldn’t have been lovelier. The house has absolutely everything you need in exactly the place you need it. Beautiful views and great vibes. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Sipping through Sonoma

Our group of 8 stayed here for a few days in the fall. The property exceeded our expectations! Very spacious, clean, fully stocked pantry, and unbelievable views. Great location for visiting Healdsburg vineyards. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matias C.

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

Amazing stay!

Thanks Jennifer for allowing us to stay at this beautiful house! We were 4 couples and we had a great time. The house is definitely incredible, lots of open spaces to share, including a fully equipped kitchen and bedrooms/bathrooms. Can't say enough things on the outdoor area... those sunset views over the valley are priceless.! The ride to downtown Healdsburg isn't bad, but it is a good 20 minutes ride. Keep in mind that getting Ubers in that area could be challenging, especially during the weekends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Fantastic property and location!

Everything about this house is top notch. The pictures are great and they still don’t do it justice on how nicely designed and decorated the house is and how great the views are. The owners were very responsive on helping us find some things. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

A Magical Experience

My husband, baby boy, and I spent 3 unforgettable weeks at Jennifer's house in Forestville. The house is picture perfect (even better than you imagine from the photos) and the views are jaw dropping. Every morning we could enjoy the sunrise looking out over rolling hills from the master bedroom and end every day with sundowners on the back deck. The location was phenomenal too, enabling us to spend days exploring the coast (only 30 mins away) along with everything the Russian River Valley has to offer. We are already dreaming of returning!
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W., New York, NY

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

Above and Beyond

This house is extraordinary and it, along with Jennifer, provided the perfect vacation for our family before our daughters go off to college this fall. As others have written, the pictures do not do the house justice. It is an ideal setting, secluded with the land and space to feel like you're getting away but close so many things to do and see. Waking up to the valley view with a slight chill in the air each morning was like heaven. The pool provides the great way too cool off in the heat of the afternoon and we made it a nightly thing to warm up in the spa, looking out at the stars and having a chance to talk. We tried but we could not think of anything the house doesn't have. Our girls baked cookies and a pie, all courtesy of the fully stocked kitchen. We used the outdoor grill for many meals. The decor is so warm and comfortable that you immediately feel at home, with so many different places inside and out to eat or play a game or watch a movie or take a nap. Jennifer is a wonderful host, she provided everything we needed and did not flinch when we accidentally set off the fire alarm when we used the range grill. I could not recommend this house more highly and we hope to return in the very near future.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Amazing Views

We loved our stay at the modern farmhouse! The house is so inviting and is equipped with everything you could possibly need. There are so many different outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy the gorgeous views. The pool and hot tub just make it that much better!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Memorable stay with breathtaking views

We came to Jennifer's house for a multi-generational vacation. The views are INCREDIBLE, so much better in person than in pictures. The house is exactly as pictured, so charmingly decorated and unique. I appreciated that the house felt lived in-- I was able to find small things we happened to need, like tape and a stapler! We used the pool almost every day and appreciated the pool noodles and pool inflatables provided. When we weren't outside, we relaxed in the lovely and spacious sitting room, which to my surprise had an electronic piano! The kitchen was well stocked with various kitchen tools, and plenty of silverware, glasses, and dishes. It was hot while we were staying at the house and the A/C upstairs is not very strong, but it cooled down nicely in the evening. Jennifer was very responsive and helpful during our stay and we loved all her local recommendations! We had such a lovely time on this truly special property-- I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben R., New York

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

Great house for family gatherings

A spectacular and beautifully designed property. Feels like a real home, not a vacation rental. Very well furnished for cooks. The views are stunning, the location is perfect. For those who know northern California weather, this is a sweet spot that is slightly cooler than the Sonoma valley floor, but out of the coastal fog belt (mostly). We plan to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer

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We are a San Francisco family who dreamed of a house in Wine Country for weekend and summer getaways. We love family and friends, we love to cook, we love wine, we love to swim, we love architecture and design, we love to travel to Italy and France, we love scenic rolling hills in a rural setting, and we wanted to bring all of these loves together in one place.

Why they chose this property

The views are spectacular here and ever changing. The sunrises and sunsets with the mountains in the background are unparalleled. We relished the opportunity to renovate this house with respect for the details and history, while changing it in a way that is modern and conducive to family gatherings and relaxation.

What makes this property unique

The living room has a beamed ceiling with a grand fireplace, the dining room has windows on every side, the kitchen is a chef's dream, the terraces on each side of the house have a distinct and lovely view, the bedrooms are all stylish and have their own views. The 5 acre property has a large hilltop pool and hot tub with vineyard views, terraces for dining and lounging, an arbor with mature table grapes, scattered apple, plum and pear trees, and new landscaping of native grasses and meadowland.

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