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Private beach - river view. Complimentary kayaks for our guests.
Front view of house
Wineries nearby
Front deck
South deck with gas BBQ and dining for 8

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Forestville, CA
  • Korbel Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Lower level

1 Double Futon, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3 - Lower level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

~Fall SALE~Upscale GetAway@~Private Beach~Kayaks~SPA,Sauna,Basics,3-5 Nights min

Sonoma County Licence 1213N.
==== Absolutely NO SMOKING policy inside the house. $500 or more (depending on remediation bill) charge. =====
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Glorious, newly renovated in 2021 upscale property with PRIVATE BEACH (for our guests only) is shallow, safe for kids. 25 ft downstream/70 ft upstream, it's deep enough for adult swimming. The beach is located across the road, down a staircase.
- 2-level house - with separate entrances.
- 3 fenced-in decks on the main level.
ALL BASICS: kitchen staples, shampoos, soaps, bedding, towels, beach towels included.
It is not a typical rental property; this is our family vacation home.
- We enjoy all the time we can spend there, the rest of the time we share it with our guests and we are making sure they are getting the most comfort and service for their money.

- Private dock on the river with KAYAKS - summertime only (from the End of May to the End of September).
The house has 2 not-connected levels with separate entrances, perfect for extended/multiple family stays.

- 3 decks with a Japanese privacy fence
ALL BASICS: staples, shampoos, soaps, bedding, towels, beach towels included.
- Chlorine-free HOT TUB (Bromine only - good for your skin :-) )

- River Valley Wineries - see Guidebook with my comments/ratings.
We look forward to sharing our cozy, comfortable, spacious (1800 ft. sq. plus approx. 1000 ft. sq. deck space) ZEN-inspired retreat in Sonoma Russian River Valley with guests worldwide.

Early check-in and late check-out are available on request!
Please let us know in advance.
A private beach just a few steps away (just across the road) with winter and summer docks allows you to walk right out the door and into the water and beach. 4 Kayaks provided.
Russian River Retreat is located on 4 parcels. 2 parcels on the bottom of Redwoods Canyon, and 2 are directly on the Russian River in the heart of the Sonoma Wine Country, near Healdsburg, Guerneville, Sebastopol, and the Pacific Ocean, only a 1-hour drive north of the Golden Gate Bridge and downtown San Francisco.
Surrounded by local wineries: - Korbel: tour guides, garden tours, California champagne, brandy, vines - 1.6 miles, free testing every day.
- Hartford Family Winery: Pinot Noir, old vine zinfandel, etc. - 1.7 miles.
- Moshin Vineyard: petite Sirah, dessert wines, wine-making process - 1.9 miles.
- Porter Bass Winery: Pinot Noirs, Zinfandel, chardonnay - 2.4 miles.
- Iron Horse Vineyards: sparkling wine, estate pinot noir, green valley of Russian river brut - 3.4 miles.
And dozens more within 10-15 minutes of driving among beautiful scenery.
A tranquil place with a zen touch and an inspirational get-away from it all Russian River Retreat offers upscale comfort, relaxation, peace, and quiet, yet close to high-end shopping at Healdsburg and wine tasting of the World Class Sonoma County wineries.

Russian River Retreat is located among stunning redwood trees that naturally shade the decks for comfortable outdoor dining and is surrounded by a beautiful fence crafted in Japanese traditions, that gives it ultimate privacy.

Decks approx. 1000 ft. sq. deck space, surrounding the house:

- North deck with a 6-person hot tub, a dining area, and a covered outdoor couch.
- South deck offering a propane gas BBQ and dining area for 8 persons located under the roof.
- Front deck connects North and South decks, and has a lounge area where you could kick back and watch the sunset.

The vacation rental offers 2 levels - not connected internally with separate entrances:
- Upper level includes 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen beds, a large living room with a couch and a sofa-bed.
Full kitchen with new appliances, dining/bar area with 40 sq ft quartz island comfortably seats 8 people.
-The full bathroom has a jet tub, shower, and sauna with a rest area.
In addition, the upper level has a half bathroom for your convenience.

- Lower level is offering a bedroom with a queen bed, couch, and a living room with a sliding wall opening to the front yard. There is also a convertible sofa-bed, dining set for 4, kitchenette, small refrigerator, and microwave. Full-size bathroom with shower.

You are just a few steps away from the private beach and inspirational, zen getaway - Enjoy it!

3 - 5 nights minimum stay

Please help keep our neighbors happy and our neighborhood's vacation rental-friendly.

Sorry, NO WEDDINGS, PARTIES, EVENTS, or LOUD GATHERING at any vacation rental by Sonoma County Ordinance. Quiet hours are 10 pm-9 am.
Maximum occupancy includes adults and kids over two. Ask about day guests.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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: cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
!!!!!!!!! Absolutely -- NO SMOKING -- policy inside the house. $500 or more (depending on remediation bill) charge. !!!!!!!!

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number Sonoma County Licence 1213N

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 and on the beach. Railroad Square Historic District and Potter Schoolhouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Travelling with kids? Consider Dom Whitney Tasting Lounge, or check out an event or a game at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Forestville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Korbel Winery - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Russian River Vineyard - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 13 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 21 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonoma Pizza Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bazaar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Carr's Drive In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stumptown Brewery - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~Fall SALE~Upscale GetAway@~Private Beach~Kayaks~SPA,Sauna,Basics,3-5 Nights min pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at ~Fall SALE~Upscale GetAway@~Private Beach~Kayaks~SPA,Sauna,Basics,3-5 Nights min?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~Fall SALE~Upscale GetAway@~Private Beach~Kayaks~SPA,Sauna,Basics,3-5 Nights min?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is ~Fall SALE~Upscale GetAway@~Private Beach~Kayaks~SPA,Sauna,Basics,3-5 Nights min located?

This Forestville holiday home is on the beach, steps from Russian River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Korbel Winery and Porter Creek Vineyards. Russian River Vineyard and Hartford Family Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Alex

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We live in San Francisco since 1993. Started renting in the Sonoma, Russian River area different vacation properties in mid 1990s to spend summer time with our kids on the river. Exploring this area (Summerhome Park/Forestville/Guernville) during summer vacations we just felt in love with it. We've got this property from foreclosure (it took 8 months to get it!) in 2010 and finish renovating in 2014. Now we would like to share it with other people.
Our favorite travel destination in US - Sonoma County and Amsterdam in the Old World. Latest visit to Amsterdam - renovated Van Gogh Museum was a killer, must see.
Favorite food - good cheese accompanied with a good wine, you can't beat Sonoma on this one.

Why they chose this property

Property completely updated/upgraded since: all bathrooms are new as well as whole lower level. Property located among magic redwoods on the bottom of the Ice Box Canyon - 150 feet from Russian river.
We have our private beach located on 2 separate parcels and can enjoy swimming/boating on the river during Spring - Fall time (from April- until November). A lot of activities around: wine tasting of the World Class Sonoma County wineries, Korbel just across the river.

Night-life, restaurants in Guerneville within 10 min driving. We also love to shop at various antique stores in Healdsbourg and Sebastopol within 15-20 min of driving.

What makes this property unique

It not usual rental property, this is our family and friends vacation home.
We enjoy it all the time we are able to spend there, the rest time we share it with our guests and we are making sure they are getting the most comfort and service for their money.
The Retreat is located among stunning redwood trees that naturally shade the decks for comfortable outdoor dining and is surrounded by a beautiful fence crafted in Japanese traditions, that gives it ultimate privacy. 1/2 acre land with private beach on Russian River shore.
The weather is generally sunny and beautiful from April through October, yet as our property is also only 35 minutes from the Pacific Ocean, the cooler marine air nearby keeps the summer days from getting too hot. Night time temperatures are cool and refreshing.

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