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A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.

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Large open interior space for family & friends to gather.
Front with large overhang perfect for rainy days
Kitchen with counter seating.
Fully stocked kitchen with a six gas burner cooktop, double oven, & wine cooler
Coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle and coffee supplies.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Cazadero, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Monte Rio Public Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Coast State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.

Villa Ratto is a private two-acre family retreat that has been passed down to the next generation. The property is nestled among the stunning California Redwoods in historic Cazadero. It is the perfect setting for a memorable vacation with family and friends or a romantic couple's getaway. Plus, it’s the ideal spot to relax, unwind, and balance yourself with nature.

The grounds offer a large grassy area for outdoor games such as volleyball and badminton and a campfire ring in back for a relaxing evening by a warm fire.

The newly remodeled contemporary style accommodation showcases simplicity, style, and comfort. The main room with it vaulted wood beam ceilings features a large living room area, an open gourmet kitchen, and a spacious dining area that seats up to ten guests.

The living room area with its stone fireplace includes a comfortable and spacious leather sofa.

The fully stocked gourmet kitchen includes professional cookware, 2 sinks, double ovens, ample prep areas, gas cook top, wine refrigerator, and quartz stone counter tops.

The master suite has a king size bed with a private bathroom. The master bath showcases a large walk-in shower and double vanity sinks. The two guest bedrooms are spacious with queen size beds and large closets.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs Only Please (Limits Apply) Must be approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the home.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Renter is responsible for putting away clean & dry kitchen & dinnerware items that have been used during their stay. It is acceptable to load the dishwasher and run it upon departure.
Leave bedding and sheets as is in the bedrooms. Place all soiled towels in the laundry room basket. place all household trash, recyclables, and food waste in the proper receptacle bins outside.
Food and beverages brought by the renter must not be left behind. The renter is required to leave the house and property in the same general condition that it was received.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pet Policy is described in more detail. See Section 9 of the rental agreement. No Events. Prohibited by Sonoma County.
Quiet hours are strictly enforced by Sonoma County Ordinance. Guest may not make an unreasonable noise between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7 a.m.
License No. LIC24-0185

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TOT# 1093N | Permit No.: ZPE13-0078 | License No. LIC24-0185
Property # 468264vb
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

About the area

Cazadero

Located in Cazadero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Northwood Golf Club and Sonoma Zipline Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russian River and Sonoma Coast State Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Cazadero, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Monte Rio Public Beach - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Rio Theatre - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Northwood Golf Club - 10 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 39 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Baked On The River - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods. on 26 August 2026 start from NZ$1,105, 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 A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Russian River, Sonoma Coast State Park and Rio Theatre. Monte Rio Public Beach and Monte Rio Redwoods Trailhead 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. 77 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful quiet property tucked away in the redwoods. We had a very nice time with our young kids, and getting to and from Monte Rio for food and river time was easy. We also dipped in the creek on the property (the weather was cool for our visit but this would have been a great option in warmer weather). Overall had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, great host! I had some difficulty getting the fireplace going without triggering the smoke and fire alarm going off. He walked me through the whole process very patiently, and then talking to my daughter about the whole history of the place. Great experience!
Front window’ s view
On a tree stump on the property
The dogs exploring
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying at Villa Ratto. We will be back again! The house is set up with everything you could possibly want/need in a vacation home. The host is exceptional- responsive and helpful. The setting is beautiful and offers privacy/quiet yet is close enough if you want to go grab something to eat! We love it here and are anxious to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lazib008 E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing property. Extremely peaceful. Thank you Tony!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is spectacular; has everything and anything you will ever need! Fantastic location to either Guerneville, Duncan Mills and the coast (Goat Rock Beach a must)! House was impeccably clean and the access to Austin Creek behind the home was great for our dog to romp around in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect start to the summer!

We had the most amazing stay! The property is gorgeous! The house is
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

4th year in a row at Villa Ratto

We love coming to the Villa Ratto because it combines a wonderfully comfortable house with a terrific outside fenced in area property for kids and dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri J.

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

Wonderful!

This place has it all. It stocked with everything, the yard is expansive, and the creek is awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Benjie K.

Beautiful space

We had a wonderful time at this location. The house was amazing, full stocked, and the grounds were beautiful. I would highly recommend this place and will be returning in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. I'm glad to hear everyone had a great time and look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Wonderful family destination

Spacious, clean, great appliances and furnishings. A huge yard for children. Hot tub, fire pit and grill all great! I highly recommend this property! (Owner very helpful and quick to respond to questions) Everything was perfect for our family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey G.

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

Great spit

It was a beautiful setting in the redwoods. Super clean and exactly what was advertised. Great accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzan S.

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

The perfect place

We enjoyed everything about this house, property, and location! Well equipped and easy to make wonderful and memorable meals together. Great hiking and coastal trips near by. Thank you Tony for all your info and help to make this a wonderful trip for us 4 girlfriends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

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

Lovely property

Had a great time relaxing and hanging out with family and friends. Sunday morning our son made cinnamon rolls in the fabulous kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2022
Hi Monica, Thank you for choosing my vacation home in Cazadero. Sounds like you had a wonderful time. Hope to see you again in the near future. Regards, Tony Ratto
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabe V.

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

Perfect…Perfect…Perfect

The home was perfect for our stay and then some. It was quiet, peaceful and serene. The house was clean, and well stocked Our host was amazing and an excellent communicator before, during and after. We highly recommend this place for your Russian River stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Sweet spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tony's villa. The kitchen was very well stocked and a joy to cook in, and the rest of the house was beautiful too. Lovely grounds and orchard. Thanks, Tony!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess T.

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

Idyllic

Perfect spot for families with kids - they spent hours and hours playing in the meadow. Sunshine, redwoods, smores at the campfire, and access to the creek - what more can you want? Kitchen spacious and well appointed. Private, quiet, clean - this is our second visit and we'd love to make it an annual tradition.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Beautifully situated house amongst the Redwoods. The grounds are spacious for play and relaxation. The home is lovely and well stocked (best stocked rental ever)! It has everything you would ever need. Clean and comfortable. Would love to return someday. Thank you, Tony!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rhiana M.

Amazing property

This was our second time at villa ratto and my family has begun to think of it as our sanctuary away from the city. The yard- the creek- the fire pit and hot tub- it is simply perfect. The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary equipment and the beds are super comfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review. We are very pleased that you and your family returned and enjoyed our place again. Hope to have you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family thoroughly enjoyed your home! We found it to be clean and well stocked with everything we might need. The location is peaceful, quiet, secluded. We especially liked it being on Austin Creek. We went walking or swimming in the creek most every day. We also gathered around the fire pit most days. Tony was always available to answer a question or handle a concern. A wonderful host. We toured wineries, spent a day along the coast and a day at Armstrong Redwoods. A perfect blend of activity, relaxation and connecting with family. We would definitely stay here again! I would consider booking your stay now!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geri B.

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

Happy New Year

This house has everything you need to relax, cook up gourmet meals and play games and have some fun! Tony is great to work with, and we ran into 0 problems. This is the second time we stayed here, and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

Our family enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving at this amazing property. The kitchen was well equipped to cook our holiday meal, we lacked for nothing. We loved the redwood trees and fruit trees on the property and the flat area was great for playing cornhole. We used the fire pit and jacuzzi almost every night. We will recommend this property to all our family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2020
Glad to hear everyone enjoyed themselves. Hope to have you back again soon. Thank you for choosing my vacation home for your holiday getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Above Expectations

Everything about this home exceeded our expectations. The kitchen was huge and contained more items than any gourmet cook could hope for. It was near a large table that was perfect for group meals and family games. The hot tub was the best we have ever used - very clean, hot and great jets. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is everything the reviews say it is. We stayed for a week…. a long weekend with our children and grandchildren and the rest of the week just the two of us and the property and home here fit all of that perfectly. While there is so much to do in the area, we also were quite content with staying on property and never lacked for things to do or for peace and quiet. We dropped our paddle boards in the creek, played numerous indoor and outdoor games and enjoyed the fire pit and new hot tub as well as the fireplace inside. This home is exceptionally stocked, and the owner has obviously spent a lot of time and effort to make this home inviting and homey. Tony was a great communicator as well and made checking in and out seamless. Hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Ratto is it for us! Since 2013, my family of 3, my sister’s family of 3 and my parents (who are in their mid 70’s) have been vacationing together. We have never once stayed in the same house twice. However, after our week at Villa Ratto that will change. We cannot wait to come back. The yard is amazing! We played kick ball in the back, went “snipe hunting”, the kids floated in the creek, we enjoyed both patios and even roasted hot dogs and marshmallows in the fire. The house was spacious enough for all of us, and the kitchen is well stocked. The host had thought of everything you could need and is generous with supplies. He’s very responsive and helpful as well. 10/10! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Five of us in our family (three humans and two dogs) had a terrific stay at the property. The home was comfortable and extremely well-stocked. The kitchen had anything you could want, there were plenty of towels and linens, and a nice collection of games. Wi-fi worked well through the home. The fenced in yard was great for the pups (although the yard is big enough that you should keep a very close eye on unleashed dogs). Would recommend for a lazy trip away for some terrific quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2021
Hi Josh, Thanks for selecting my place for your weekend getaway. Sounds like everyone had a terrific time. Hope to have you back in the near future. Regards, Tony

About the host

Hosted by Tony Ratto

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For 50 years, Cazadero and the Russian River has been our family summer and weekend getaway. Our family vacation home holds a special place in our hearts since our parents bought it in the summer of 1969. It holds wonderful memories and it is our pleasure to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

It is a great place to come together with family and friends. The redwoods, Austin Creek, the sunny open space, and the location are the perfect setting for a memorable vacation. Plus, it's only a two hour drive north of San Francisco. Great for a quick weekend getaway.

Also, it's only a 5 minute drive to the Russian River and the charming town of Duncans Mills, 15 minutes to Guerneville, 15 minutes heading west to the scenic Sonoma Coast, and close to some of the best wineries in Sonoma County.

What makes this property unique

It’s one of those places that you have to see to believe. You can enjoy spending the whole day here. As evening approaches it becomes quiet and calm. It's the perfect setting to start a warm campfire, sit back, and relax.

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