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1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Front of house.  Parking for up to 5 cars in the driveway and garage.
View of pool area from the back deck
Lounge chairs by pool
View of backyard and the pool entering from driveway gate
Beautiful landscaped yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Glen Ellen, CA
  • Place, Jack London State Historic Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool

Glen Ellen getaway 1 hour from the Golden Gate Bridge. The indoor/outdoor format allows you to flow back and forth between climate controlled comfort and swimming in the large custom in-ground pool (not heated), lounging on the deck, perusing the flower gardens, picking fresh produce from the garden in the back, lawn games or bocce, al fresco dining and refreshments on the deck, decompressing in the hot tub, or just letting the warm sunshine wash over you in one of the chaise loungers until you enter a Zen-like state. Spacious indoors and out, a dining room and two large common rooms with masonry fireplaces offer gathering places to relax and wind down after a full day with a meal and fire.

We are located in the heart of Sonoma Valley wine country. Several wineries are walkable, and dozens more are within a 10 minute drive. Hiking, biking, and picnicking in Sonoma Valley Regional Park, as well as guided nature walks in Bouverie Wildflower Preserve, are both a mile away. Charming downtown Glen Ellen is 1.5 miles down a country lane. The entrance to Jack London State Park and amazing hiking, picnicking, and historic buildings are two miles away; guided horseback riding is also available. The renowned Sonoma town square is 7.5 miles down Highway 12. Glen Ellen and Sonoma both offer great restaurants, Sonoma a wider selection. Your spirit of adventure will be met in full by the world class recreational activities at your fingertips.

The house itself is remodeled with abundant light from skylights, picture windows, and sliding glass doors. Almost every room has views of the lush, private back yard with extensive lawn, mature trees, and flowers in bloom most of the year. The house has 3 full baths including an en-suite master bath.

RATES

Discounted rates are available for longer stays. No County tax on stays longer than 30 days.

AMENITIES

• Exclusive and private central wine country location in Valley of the Moon.
• 1.5 miles to downtown Glen Ellen and 7.5 miles to Sonoma
• 5 full bedrooms: 3 upstairs – all with queen beds; 2 downstairs – master with queen bed and en-suite bath, and another with two twins
• 3 full bathrooms
• Renovated, fully appointed kitchen with double oven
• Informal breakfast/lunch nook & counter
• Deck connecting the family room,kitchen, and master bedroom to the back yard
• Two wood burning masonry fireplaces
• Central heat & air conditioning
• High quality linens, down duvets, and pillow top mattresses.
• 2 flat screen TVs, cable
• Free Wireless internet and local phone
• Pool with cover and hot tub off deck
• Full size washer and dryer
• Oversized 3 car garage plus additional parking in front
• Pak'n'Play


POLICIES

Maximum permitted occupancy at Bonnie Glen is 10 adults. There is a limit of 5 cars allowed on the property per booking. There is a strict “no party” policy (details provided in your confirmation and agreements). Children are welcome. No pets. No smoking. A signed liability release and agreement and guest code of conduct will be required prior to check-in.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
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
Children welcome by prior arrangement.
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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
No amplified music allowed outside per County ordinance.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Glen Ellen

Located in Glen Ellen, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sebastiani Theatre and California Missions Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Consider Napa Valley Balloons and Napa Valley Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling and horse riding.
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Glen Ellen, CA

What's nearby

  • Jack London State Historic Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sonoma Golf Club - 8 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Buena Vista Winery - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pillowfight Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Market & Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Jack London Lodge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Benziger Family Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Stone - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1-acre Private Backyard with Large Pool located?

This family-friendly Glen Ellen holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Quarryhill Botanical Garden and Sonoma Valley Regional Park. Imagery Estate Winery and Jack London Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

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

Great setting for friends and family to explore wine country

Wonderful property for our friends and family to spend time together exploring all that Napa and Sonoma has to offer
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly as described. Kitchen was fully stocked with all types of pot, pans and cooking utensils. Large living room and family room allowed for family to spread out. We didn’t use the pool or hot tub, (too busy exploring Napa) but there were tons of pool towels and pool floats in the garage. Robert was a receptive host, texting me right away after I asked a question. A great house for a family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

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

Beautiful property

The owner was very communicative and offered nice recommendations, many of which we followed and enjoyed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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

Fantastic escape

An absolutely wonderful property and nestled in a perfect location. Hosts were extremely responsive and flexible. Could not ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

girls getaway

This was a great, clean and spacious house for 9 ladies!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Glen Ellen

Lovely property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Wine Country Birthday

The pictures on the VRBO are not as good as the actual house. We had a great week at this house and it was a super cute town close to many great vineyards.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Great group get away spot

We used this lovely home as our base for exploring Sonoma. Made it to wineries, hiking, into Glen Ellen, and attended a wedding in Sonoma. The bedrooms were comfortable for everyone, and the kitchen/family room/deck provided plenty of casual spaces to hang out all together or in small groups. The mid century modern furniture is classic and lovely. The pool and all the games and accessories make the back yard lots of fun on a sunny weekend. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Better than the photos!

This house met our needs perfectly even as a large group of 9. We all commented on the beds and bedding being comfy, and the upstairs bathroom is set up great for sharing with two vanities. Multiple seating areas with comfy couches and beautiful outdoor area, fully stocked kitchen supplies for cooking. Host responded immediately even at 9:30pm about issue with hot tub that was quickly resolved. There were even extra pool floaties and an air machine to fill them. Would definitely recommend for a group gathering either with kids or adults!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Relaxing in Sonoma

This was a great house for family to gather during my son’s wedding in Sonoma. The house is well laid out to accommodate a large group very comfortably and the beds are comfortable too. We loved the outdoor spaces and the large pool was enjoyed by all ages. Overall the house was very clean, but the pool area could have used a sweep and the pool chairs were a little bit dirty. We used towels over them so not a problem. Overall everyone had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy M.

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

Great house, great neighborhood

This house is as advertised. It's in a beautiful neighborhood. The 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms made it easy for our group of 8 to stay here comfortably. The kitchen is big and very well- stocked, and the two eating areas allowed everyone to spread out for meals. The backyard is park- like, and the outdoor seating made it possible for everyone to enjoy the space. Things to be aware of - there's no closet in the master bedroom. There are a few hangers in the other bedrooms. The tile floors make it a cool-temperature house during colder weather. We'd definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

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

wonderful home in a beautiful location

We rented this property for a group of 9 cousins as a family reunion. The home is lovely, and very equipped. The backyard is like a park! There is a very large swimming pool and hot tub, as well as bocce ball court. The neighborhood is quiet, beautiful and peaceful. There are numerous vineyards within either walking distance, or a short drive. The town of Glen Ellen is maybe 10 minutes away, and there are several good restaurants, and a very nice market. It is about 20 minutes to the town square in Sonoma, with many good restaurants & shops. Our host, Rob, was very helpful, and he even let us check in early. I would highly recommend this property if you would like a lovely home in a beautiful & peaceful wine country location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Arturo A.

Amazing Location, Fantastic House

We stayed at this Bonnie Glen home for a family get together over Labor Day weekend and could not be happier with our decision. The house is the perfect size for a large family with 2 living rooms and a huge yard including a pool and a hot tub. We made good use of the kitchen and found everything we needed. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious. One of the best parts about this home is that it is as convenient as it gets. The house is literally a few feet from the main Sonoma highway, with a few wineries actually walkable. Sonoma town square is only about 5 minutes away and you are no more than 30-40 min from Napa, Russian River, and Alexander River Valleys which is incredible. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a relaxing weekend in Sonoma or needing a home base for exploring wine country.

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

Good stay

We rented the house as three families with kids. The house was spacious and provided good accommodations for our stay. We enjoyed spending time in the hot tub and took advantage of the wood burning fireplace. The house is very well stocked for kids, there's a whole lot of toys, games, pack n' play, feeding chair, and kids plates. That makes the stay with kids so much easier. The kitchen was generally really well stocked and has everything needed to cook. Everything in the kitchen is nice and it looks newly renovated. There were some pretty minor things we didn't like about the place: the heating system is uneven with the upstairs bedrooms staying rather chilly when the rest of the house is warm, the shower has a low-flow showerhead (though it's a fancy big one, there's just not enough water!), and some parts of the house feel a bit older/worn. However, overall it was a great stay. The location and the property are amazing and we generally enjoyed our stay! Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as advertised. Beautiful location and perfect setting for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great location. Easy to get to all the fun spots we wanted to see in Sonoma and Napa. Plenty of room to spread out and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space, very clean, lived the hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, well appointed home. We were able to relax and enjoy the area. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russel R.

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

Couldn’t have been better

This home proved to be ideal for our week together as a family, perfectly suited to four couples, plus a separate bedroom for our grandchildren to have one twin bed for each of them. The spacious layout afforded the right mix of together and separate space, both inside and out. The pool, hot tub, outdoor games (bocce, cornhole, basketball, and neighborhood walks) were great. The kitchen and grill facilitated home cooking very nicely. The location allowed nice day trips to Muir Woods and Sausalito, San Francisco, and Napa, while the local Sonoma, Santa Rosa, and Glen Ellen wineries, restaurants, and shopping allowed “home days” to be as good as our excursions. It will prove to go down in our family history as a treasured location!
The pool
Eating area
Shooting hoops
The grill
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

70th Birthday Fun with the Family

We fully enjoyed our stay in this home. The house and the grounds are beautiful. The layout is perfect for groups and allows for several spots to gather or separate as needed. It is close to so many wineries and towns. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

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

Lovely place with great access to Sonoma and Napa

We just had a great time with eight of us total. Communication was excellent and Robert helped us out with great recommendations. Provides a perfect home base for your travels in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. A.

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

peaceful location, close to several towns and wineries

The home is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood. It is an easy 5 minute drive to Glen Ellen and 10-15 minutes to Sonoma. We spent a day in Healdsburg as well (highly recommend the French bakery there!). There is a master with bath on the main floor and 3 additional bedrooms upstairs sharing a bath. There is also a room with twin beds off the living room. The house was clean. The kitchen was well-stocked, and we cooked several meals during our stay. The backyard is lovely and private.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brad B.

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

Serenity

We enjoyed a 3 nt stay in Glen Ellen with peace, quiet, and serenity. We were visiting several winery’s and the proximity was a huge bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

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

Five stars, absolutely above and beyond

I booked this stay for my best friend’s bachelorette trip, six people total. The home was outfitted with everything we needed to luxuriate and was perfectly close to Sonoma and many wineries. We spent most of the time poolside near the huge pool and in the hot tub. We felt so rested, it is a perfect home. Robert left detailed instructions and was responsive to any question we had, he went above and beyond and left a bottle of bubbles chilled in the fridge for us so we could toast our arrival (for a charge and by request of course). We would not hesitate to book again next time we visit wine country, this listing has it all!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Portia W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large house with lots of kid toys

We stayed at the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Robert Dusenbury

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The owners live in nearby San Francisco. Rob is an engineer, which helps keep the house in good working order, and Mary is a 10-year veteran of the wine business. We are glad to answer any questions, provide advice on wineries to visit, and help you realize the vacation you are imagining. Call Rob at 415-308-4010, and we'll go from there.

Why they chose this property

We searched for the perfect house for five years, and feel that we have found it. It is a slice of heaven.

What makes this property unique

Location, amenities, and enchanting setting provide a one-of-a-kind experience.

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English

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