Absolute Zen:Happy Cabin in the Redwoods! Upscale! Game rm/WIFI/Pup

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Surrounded by redwoods with a cozy wood burning stove

Comfort and coziness in the open concept living areas

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Location
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4103.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Guerneille, CA

Northwood Golf Club
‪5 min drive‬
Johnson's Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Armstrong Redwoods State Park
‪21 min drive‬
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Our Promise to You.
Upon your arrival we promise a home that will be well-lit, clean, comfortable and safe; complete with music and treats to welcome you after your long day of travel! Let your everyday life slip away and enjoy time w/ your very favorite people. We are avail 24/7 if you need anything during your stay. We look forward to hosting you!

5 Star Reviews are in! Feb 2025
"Great location, quiet & nested in the redwoods. The place was very clean and as described. Very beautiful home w/ everything you need & easy access to Guerneville. The hosts were eager to help if you needed anything else. We loved our stay and highly recommend the place." M.L. Saratoga

House Vibe...
Absolute Zen offers peace & tranquility, nestled in the serene surroundings of the Russian River Redwoods.
With inviting decks to soak in the surroundings, Absolute Zen is designed to be the ideal gathering place for up to 4 people. Recently renovated, this upscale cabin is a blend of warmth, coziness, & style. The addition of a new game room w/ pool & ping pong tables + darts offers endless entertainment.
Located just minutes away from the vibrant downtown area of Guerneville.

ABOUT THE HOUSE:
3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Sleeps 6
Entry Level - Up a flight of stairs from driveway
Main living spaces all on Entry Level
Open Concept Living
Game Room on Lower Level
Fast and reliable WiFi

ENTRY LEVEL:
-Kitchen - Indulge your inner chef in our newly remodeled kitchen, with state-of-the-art appliances.
-Living Room - Sink into the plush comfort of our living room furniture as you unwind and catch up on the day's adventures. Enjoy the new flat-screen Smart TV or cozy up by the wood-burning stove for added warmth and ambiance.
-Dining Room/Area - Gather around the large table for memorable meals and game nights, or pull up a seat at the great breakfast bar.
-Bedroom 1 - Primary Bedroom: Retreat to the spacious primary bedroom, offering a luxurious queen bed. Enjoy the convenience of a new flat-screen Smart TV and step out onto the back deck to soak in serene forest views. Indulge in relaxation in the private bathroom, featuring a large soaking tub and shower
-Bedroom 2 - Find comfort in the second bedroom, furnished with a cozy queen bed and offering sliding doors leading to the back deck, where you can admire the picturesque forest views
-Bathroom 2 - Full bath in the hallway area
-BACK DECK - lounge chairs, dining area & Gas BBQ

NEW DOWNSTAIR GAME ROOM/GARAGE
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong Table
- Dart Board

THINGS TO KNOW:
15 minute walk to the River/ 4 min drive
4 people max Day or Night
Dogs only $100 Dog Fee per Dog - Yard NOT enclosed for pup
2 cars Max day or night
Outdoor QUIET TIME Hours are from 9pm to 9am
No Parties/Gatherings
No smoking of any substances in the home

Staff choices for Local, Tasty Food/Treats/Drinks
Willow Wood Market in Graton
Howards Station in Occidental
Boon, Road Trip, Main Street Station, Trillium, Farm Hand in Guerneville
Northwood at the Golf course in Monte Rio
Cape Fear and Blue Heron in Duncan's Mill
Coffee? Coffee Bizarre in Guerneville
Pizza? - Pizzaleah in Windsor. Worth the drive! Smart Pizza in Guerneville
Pie/Ice cream? Nimble & Finns! Guerneville
Fun Bars? El Barrio, RRR, Rainbow Cattle Co. in Guerneville.

Fun Day Excursions!
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Charter Fishing & Whale Watching out of Bodega Bay
Explore beautiful coastal towns w/ fun bars, cute shops, art galleries
Golfing in Northwood & Windsor golf courses.
Rent Boats/Jet skis, Horseback riding by Lake Sonoma.
Explore Armstrong Woods.
Enjoy over 100 Wineries in the Sonoma Valley!
Kayak in Jenner and the Russian River
Local Taxis? Bill's & R2T2

We can offer you an Early Check-in or Late Check out (If available) for a fee. Let us know if you are interested.

TOT# 3342N
TVR18-0111

Property manager

Stace Jardine

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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Table during the day fire table by the hot tub at night!

Hot tub
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 TVR18-0111

About the area

Guerneville

Located in Guerneville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Northwood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rubicon Adventures and Wild Flour Organic Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm and Dom Whitney Tasting Lounge. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Guerneille, CA

What's nearby

Northwood Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Johnson's Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 km
Korbel Winery - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
Bohemian Grove - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 21 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

Santa Rosa Station - 31 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬4 min drive
‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬3 min drive
‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬4 min drive
‪Korbel Winery - ‬9 min drive
‪Boho Manor - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Zen: Upscale, Happy Cabin in the Redwoods!Game rm/WIFI/Pup pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Zen: Upscale, Happy Cabin in the Redwoods!Game rm/WIFI/Pup?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute Zen: Upscale, Happy Cabin in the Redwoods!Game rm/WIFI/Pup?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute Zen: Upscale, Happy Cabin in the Redwoods!Game rm/WIFI/Pup located?

This family-friendly Guerneville holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Russian River and Johnson's Beach. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

8 January 2025

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

Cozy Guerneville Retreat

I could not have imagined a more pleasant stay than Absolute Zen! We wanted a quiet place near downtown Guerneville and this place was absolute perfection. From the moment we drove up to the redwoods towering over the cabin, we knew we were in for a treat. The accommodations were as described: 2 comfortable bedrooms, a wonderful outdoor space out back, a modern, spacious kitchen with everything we needed to cook our meals - and clean, so very clean! We are already looking at our calendars for another stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Sa W.

14 September 2024

So peaceful in this crazy world

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: we go to the river almost annually,never staying in the same place, which is fun, always and adventure. This house was very nice, seemingly very new, (my husband was convinced that we were the first people to stay there, which I knew we weren't). Very clean, very comfortable. Good layout, so many houses up there are kinda funky, with odd add ons, etc. I didn't know it was so off the beaten track, it's in the deep woods, which makes it a great stay if you want to sleep in. Open floor plan is nice,furniture is very comfortable. Grill located in the back, which is a bit awkward when bring your dinner in, as you can either go along the side of the house, to the front door, or, go through the bedroom, lol. Not a deal breaker. The one thing that "impacted" our stay was a lack of a cutting board. I messaged the managers and they were more then helpful about rectifying the issue. we bought on at safeway, and they said they would reimburse us, but, we decided to keep it, and let them know that they will need to supply one for the next guests. They were very apologetic for the inconvenience, I told them, no worries, we survived. It was fine exchange.The game room was a really fun addition. The ice dispenser in the fridge is apparently possessed, lol, sometimes the ice get jammed, then flooded out, had a few I Love Lucy moments with that.all and all, this is a very nice place to stay, especially if you want to get away from it all.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim B.

2 August 2024

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

Comfortable place in the woods

We enjoyed being under the redwoods in a quiet neighborhood. The beds and living room were comfortable, but furniture could use updating. The soaking tub was a highlight. Kitchen was nice. Showers were substandard, one did not drain. Management offered for maintenance to come but we did not want to wait, we were headed to the river. The management company should have taken care of that and not expected us to be there. Overall, the place worked okay for us but for that price I wouldn’t stay again unless they add a hot tub.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

21 July 2024

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

Zen as promised!

This property has beautiful outdoor grounds. From sipping coffee on the front porch to drinking wine on the back porch, you have everything you need to start and end your day right. There were lots of thoughtful touches in the home, such as welcome snacks and portable A/C units given the extremely high temps. The property management company was wonderful and very responsive. I had reached out prior to confirm coffee options and also during our stay for batteries needed for the kitchen garbage can. They were prompt and helpful in every way. I normally would not give 5 stars without 2 ply toilet paper but they deserve it. Everyone in our family said “give them 5 stars!” The kids rating was for the pool table, of course.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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10/10 Excellent

David M.

10 July 2024

Great vacation rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Much nicer than the pictures. Super comfy. Lots of space. Kitchen was nice and updated. Could use a few more plates. Outdoor area and grill were nice. A hot tub would have been amazing! But overall would recommend

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 June 2024

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

Great getaway location

Absolute Zen is comfortable, well-equipped house in a beautiful setting. The proximity to downtown Guerneville and to all that Sonoma has to offer is great, especially for the price. Highly recommend. I loved the quirky neighborhood that the house is in.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne V.

20 June 2024

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

Peaceful Zen

The location and place was perfect. It's in the woods and completely peaceful, but right by the town. The house is well equipped and has everything you'd need. I'd definitely go again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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8/10 Good

Marty O.

4 June 2024

Good, Clean, Fun

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Reps for the property were very helpful and the place was clean, and well-appointed. Great for 4 people. Kitchen needed a few more basic items like a salad spinner and a few more plates. No dishwasher pods were on hand so we couldn't start the dishwasher. BBQ was nice an clean and we appreciated that. I'd suggest adding a couple of yoga mats as the lovely hardwood floors were just that - hard.Owner's guide to the property was thorough.

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Guerneville, CA

21 May 2024

Comforting and Cozy Home!

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

17 February 2024

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

Comfortable Getaway in the Woods

We enjoyed our stay here. The house was well-kempt and the ping pong and pool table were fun. The only thing that would have improved that would have been if there was a small space heater in the garage, as it was too cold to be down there and playing games for long. There were a couple of routine maintenance things that came up while we were staying there, and someone came promptly to take care of them. Other reviews had mentioned how close the other homes are, and that is accurate, the homes are really stacked in this neighborhood, but that didn't really bother us. There is an abandoned home across the drive from this one, that we affectionately named the "ghost house" and it was a bit of an eyesore.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mika Y.

30 December 2023

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

Cozy relaxing respite

Close to great hiking/nature & fun to hang out with plenty of indoor games!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

10 August 2023

LazyBear Weekend Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is amazing,and suited our needs well. It's very hidden away back in the woods, but is not as private as the picture implies.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

19 July 2023

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

Clean redwood retreat.

We had a great stay over 4th of July. The house was bigger than anticipated and had ample space for two couples and a dog. I wish there was a little bit more outdoor space, but the game room garage was a hit. The neighborhood is nice for walking and close proximity to the river and downtown Guernville.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie K., Forestville, California

26 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Cute House

This house is super cute inside and out. The lower star rating for the listing on VRBO was for 2 reasons, the address of the property was incorrect and the photos of this property make it appear that there aren't close neighbors. There were 2 coffee pots at the house, neither worked. I moved them and it didn't appear the housekeepers had cleaned under the appliances. The property manager was very attentive and got us a new coffee maker within an hour. This house is very comfortable and I would recommend it. The neighborhood is interesting, it's a mix of a burnt out house across the street, some well maintained properties and some not so much. It was extremely quiet out there, you are in the middle of the redwoods. The drawback is getting to the house down a single lane road. If you are there for a few days you get used to it. The house has lots of natural light through all of the windows and very comfortable. They have done a nice job giving you the feel it is inviting and comfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

11 June 2023

Clean, cozy and centrally located

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

30 May 2023

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

Tucked Away in the Redwoods

Beautiful place to hang out with friends and family. Location is perfect for wine tasting and outdoor cooking on the grill. We would book again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

heather d.

22 May 2023

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

Great Zen Place

Beautiful neighborhood and wonderful set up and easy in and out

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

5 April 2023

Relaxing weekend getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at Absolute Zen. My husband and another couple all stayed here very comfortably. We come up and rent a house in Guerneville every Summer, so it was nice to be here in the Spring without the crowds. The house was the perfect amount of space for the 4 of us plus our two dogs. Everything was spotless, the beds were comfy, the furniture and the kitchen/living room layout was very inviting. We cooked dinner both nights and enjoyed playing board games at the dining room table. The kitchen had everything we needed and even had a gas stove which is rare in Guerneville!We appreciated the welcome goodies and the clear directions/info/recommendations in the supplied binder. The roads around the house were great for walking the dogs and breathing in some fresh air surrounded by redwoods. You are very close to the main street of Guerneville (I think about a 6 min drive) and also if you want some ocean air that is a quick drive also(approx 20 min). We enjoyed visiting Jenner and walking the dogs at Goat Rock Beach (where they filmed the final scene of Goonies!)and stopping in Duncan Mills for some coffee and pastries. Russian River really is a magical place and this house was exactly what we needed for our weekend getaway. This is the perfect spot to come and unwind and enjoy all that wine country has to offer.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Davis, CA

19 March 2023

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

very nice

Well maintained, very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

3 January 2023

Loved our stay at Absolute Zen

10/10 Excellent

Maribel B.

28 November 2022

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

Relaxing and Enjoyable Thanksgiving!

This cozy home is nestled by trees. It is furnished with just about everything you will need. The property manager/owner was very kind to leave us with stuff we may have needed to make our Thanksgiving dinner perfect. House is very clean and though the parking is a bit cramped, it still perfect for just 2 cars. We spend Thanksgiving in different locations, in different states, and this home for sure will be a home we will return to.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

8 November 2022

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

House of Zen

Very nice property, modern conveniences and super clean. The only drawback was for the price paid, the bathroom linen was worse than of a cheap motel. Rough, no sizing could almost see through them. You post in your book that a fee would be charged if someone took the towels, but I can not see anyone wanting them.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

13 October 2022

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

Quiet Get Away

We were looking for a place near Russian River wineries and enjoyed this quiet woodsy setting. It was super clean and very easy to live in. The location is terrific and we will definitely recommend to our friends!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

26 September 2022

Cute house in the redwoods

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent two great days in Guerneville in this comfortable house in the woods. Clean, well furnished, well maintained. Nice little touches with a welcome basket of goodies.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark O., San Francisco, CA

9 September 2022

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

Excellent home in the trees

Great location. Constant pleasant surprises when cooking in the kitchen - so thoughtfully stocked! So quiet at night and peaceful in the day. So close to everything! Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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Hosted by Stace Jardine

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

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