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Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side.

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Massages in spa
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Sonoma, CA
  • Place, Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side.

Surrounded by vineyards, open spaces and country roads leading to premium wineries, Shandon Oaks is a quiet retreat. The private cottage is located just over a mile from the Sonoma Plaza, home to the Mission, barracks, restaurants, cafes and tasting rooms. We are just as close to four of Sonoma’s most famous, historic wineries.

You'll enjoy outdoor garden seating under shady sycamores and oaks. Inside, the cottage is fitted with a kitchenette, home theatre with 65" screen, surround sound. Apple TV box with multiple streaming apps, including Xfinity, Netflix, Hulu, Prime, Paramount+, YouTube. WiFi averages 1.2 gigabyte download speeds.

All the creature comforts are included - fluffy towels, puffy comforter and high thread count sheets. Microwave, coffeemaker, kettle, toaster, small under-counter refrigerator with ice maker, coffee and teas are stocked for you. However, it is not a full kitchen. No stove or oven. Clawfoot tub with shower, not walk-in. NOT suitable for guests with mobility issues.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
No need to clean up. Just leave the key in the little tray and close the door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 436
Property # 625490vb
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

Sonoma

Located in Sonoma, this cottage is in a rural area. Napa Valley Wine Train is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Carneros and Silverado Resort - North and South Courses. Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Napa Symphony are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Sonoma, CA

What's nearby

  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sonoma Valley Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Napa Valley Wine Train - 22 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Sonoma Raceway - 23 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HopMonk Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Town Square - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Småstad Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cochon Tasting Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Shandon Oaks. Private 1-Bedroom Garden Cottage on Sonoma's East side. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Sonoma Plaza. Sebastiani Theatre and Sonoma State Historic Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 159 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place if you want a clean place to sleep and don’t mind a little walk to the plaza!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, cute, and nicely decorated. The host was very accommodating and our stay was perfect. Beautiful to sit outside in the beautiful yard. I would highly recommend staying here and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice guest house on a beautiful property on a quiet street. It was about 30 minute walk to the square, not bad, though some areas of the walk did not have sidewalks but the shoulders are wide. The shower is a little odd and I don't think I'd want to use it to wash long thick hair, but it's good for a general wash over r weekend. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect sized bungalow next to owner’s house. Wooded lot away from low traffic road behind security gate. Very quiet and private. Small kitchenette, nice private patio with three patio umbrellas and a table. Very convenient to Sonoma and Napa wineries. Tub with wrap-around curtain for showering. Large bedroom with comfortable King mattress.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was exactly as advertised. Property Manager proactive with communicating. Close proximity to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is excellent and Joe was very accommodating. The place was clean and comfortable. The TV system and heated bathroom floors were a big plus. Outside spaces are cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Social

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved it and we look forward to our return
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Braedon M.

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

A great stay

Our stay at Joe's was great. Just a few minutes from town, and everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My sister and I had an excellent stay! Joe was extremely accommodating and friendly. Walking distance to Sonoma Square - very safe and beautiful area. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe was very friendly and so were the pups! Perfect little spot to have as home base for wine country. Very comfortable size and a beautiful setting, and the gate on property felt like an extra layer of safety on a trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Spacious, Great location, quiet.

Everything as expected, great location. Would stay here again 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki S.

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

Quick weekend get away

Close to places we needed to go, quiet and we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

A lovely bit of charm

This is a fantastic place to stay and exactly as pictured. Joe was wonderful to interact with and the place was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui C.

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

Great location and accommodations

Great location, stocked with tea, coffee, hair dryer and some toiletries. Joe and his adorable dog Fergus were very welcoming and also gave us privacy, despite the VRBO being a guesthouse on their property. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Sonoma

Perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

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

Wine country!

Perfect location and peaceful atmosphere. A great place to un"wine"d!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DIane B.

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

Another great stay!

This our second time staying here. The cottage is very nice, with a comfortable bed. Nice patio to enjoy the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

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

Needed a quiet place to stay

My husband and I came to Sonoma for our son’s wedding. We needed a quiet refuge and that is what we found. Simple and lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Sonoma weekend

This property is so lovely inside and out! It was a perfect place for our weekend getaway to Sonoma.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan N.

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

Great getaway in Sonoma

Spacious and well equipped cottage ~1 mile from the Sonoma Plaza. Very nice backyard, comfortable bed - perfect for a weekend getaway in wine country!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Beautiful Sonoma stay

Beautiful property and Joe was so easy to communicate with! We loved the back patio and the visits from Joe's adorable dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised! Clean, easy to get in and out. Comfortable stay. Thank you Joe!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Slice of Sonoma heaven!

We stayed here for a wedding, and the space was beyond perfect. A lovely backyard, comfortable bed, cozy couch, and awesome bathroom; we got a surprise weekend getaway we didn’t know we needed! Thanks for having us, Joe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy & charming getaway

Our stay was amazing. Loved the patio/garden and enjoyed a glass of wine outside. The house was decorated so beautifully. A very quiet neighborhood and a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe was a lovely host! He was easy to get in touch with and answer all questions. The property was very clean and spacious and the blackout curtains were a great touch! We got to meet Fergus, which was an added bonus as well. I have nothing bad to say about this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Joe McConnell

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Your on-site hosts are longtime residents with extensive knowledge of wineries, restaurants and local history. We are delighted to help you with recommendations for the best Sonoma and Napa has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Quiet, peaceful, suburban-country setting, filled with large lots, multiple trees and gardens, just outside the city limits on Sonoma's east side. Safe, walkable and bike-able neighborhood. It's only about a mile and a half away from the Plaza, grocery stores, restaurants and other services, but comfortably away from commercial areas. Sonoma's Best, a small market and wine shop, is only a half mile away. Four historic wineries are just over a mile away. Hundreds of other wineries and dozens of restaurants are a short drive away. Easy access to Napa Valley. The city of Napa is only about 20 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

Large one-bedroom, detached guesthouse in a quiet, private, country-feeling setting that's close to The Plaza, wineries and restaurants but away from the noise and traffic. The house is setback about 200 feet from the street, offering secure off-street parking right at your door. Two outdoor seating areas, surrounded by gardens.

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