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You'll be treated to spectacular views in the morning like this! peace&quiet
Mutli-level rear yard: grass lawn/paver patio w/huge 47ft x 25ft deck
Panoramic view from the rear of the home looking south.
Turn-around driveway that serves our wedding and special events perfectly.
The Estate & Patio...

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10390.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Livermore, CA
  • Mount Diablo State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • San Francisco Premium Outlets
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Livermore, CA (LVK-Livermore Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)

This Gated Country Estate, surrounded by a natural stone wall, offers expansive views of the Bay Area from the snow-capped Sierras to the San Mateo peninsula and is adjacent to the Mt. Diablo/East Bay Regional Park with over 1000 miles of hiking, biking, and riding trails. Horses graze peacefully on the grassy foothills, and the estate abounds with wildlife, which you can view from the picture windows in every room. This is a beautiful venue for an event, like a wedding, but it is important to understand that events are charged separately from overnight rental.

This magnificent, serene setting has been described by visitors as comparable to being on a perennial vacation. Very private, yet just minutes from the 580 and 680 freeways, this 16-acre gated retreat has be to experienced to be believed.

Located close to the expansive Delta system connecting the Bay Area with Sacramento. Fishing, boating, swimming, and all water sports are readily available.

The location offers close proximity to airports, both private and international, Bay Area Rapid Transit, and numerous golf courses. The thriving Tri-Valley area abounds with restaurants and shopping. Numerous tourist spots are nearby: San Francisco, AT&T Ballpark, the wineries of Napa/Sonoma/Livermore, Great America, Marine World/Africa USA, and Water World. Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, and ocean beaches are close by.

This nearly 5,000 square-foot mountain home is a stunning retreat that has a gourmet kitchen; expansive family room, many antique furnishings and bathrooms with tumbled marble. The house features extensive use of redwood, hardwood flooring, marble, stone, and brick, with all the upgrades.







Keywords: Private Estate in Country, Weddings, Events

Property manager

Cheryl Green

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Families welcome.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events must be approved by host upon booking
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Requires extra overnight fee per dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON PREMISES.
A completed rental agreement is required. It includes several clauses you must adhere to, or our security deposit will be forfeited.
This is a non-smoking property due to high fire danger. Violation of this rule will result in the forfeiture of your security deposit.
Excessive cleaning or trash disposal will be deducted from your security deposit. Trash must be sealed and placed in proper receptacles on site.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Note from host: All events must be approved by host upon booking
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Livermore

Located in Livermore, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Vaqueros Reservoir and Watershed and Mount Diablo State Park, while Bankhead Theater and Blackhawk Automotive Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Boomers and Boomers Livermore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Livermore, CA

What's nearby

  • Mount Diablo State Park - 16 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tesla Vintners - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
  • San Francisco Premium Outlets - 22 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory - 26 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Wente Vineyards - 26 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Vasco Station - 22 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albertos Cantina Blackhawk - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Dms Innovation - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪J B Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Web Site Design Online Ordering For Restaurants 1-866-308-9546 - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Thunder Dome - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gated Country Estate | High Elevation| Views| Weddings (Fee Applies) located?

This family-friendly Livermore holiday home is located in the mountains, steps from Los Vaqueros Reservoir and Watershed and within 12 mi (20 km) of Boomers and Boomers Livermore. Mount Diablo State Park and Ohlone Trail are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 97 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gisselle P.

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

Amazing

We had an amazing weekend. My family really enjoyed this trip. The property was beautiful & the host was very attentive. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea R.

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

Lovely property

Wonderfully large home with the most amazing view! My friends and I were so comfy and hope to visit again in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Kay S.

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

Family Wedding Trip

This is a beautiful location with amazing view amazing views. The road leading up to the property is very narrow but we navigated it slowly and enjoyed the adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice m.

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

family visit

Our family, from Virginia, could not get over the beauty of the place. We were 9 people and we were all very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Livermore stay

Really a great property. Very cool location. Was off the beaten path and a little farther from where we were spending our days. But the one of a kind spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Relaxing

Unbelievable view. Spent most of our time looking out the window or outside on the deck enjoying the view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Secluded Getaway

The property was well maintained with a great view in a secluded area. The home has rustic charm on a horse ranch. Plenty of wildlife we seen daily. The entrance road is a little tough for someone not used to narrow pass ways but also well maintained.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Very Impressive Location!

It was just what we were looking for, and needed. A quiet, away from the world location, with the feel and the comforts of home. Most enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

nagaraviteja g., farmington hills,michigan

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

Beautiful place with breathtaking view.

We enjoyed our stay. Cheryl is so welcoming and responsive. The place is big, clean and has everything. the view from the deck is breathtaking. Will definitely recommend it to my friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis B., San Francisco, CA

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

Amazing!!!

This location and property was just what my friends and I needed. The views are stunning and the house soo spacious. It was calming and restful, perfect to rejuvenate. Would definitely recommend for a retreat getaway. Cheryl was amazing and in communication. I am grateful for the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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

Fantastic Family Retreat

What a lovely long weekend we had with extended family on top of the world! This spacious house with sweeping views from kitchen, living- and dining rooms, (and Master bedroom) and from patio and deck was the perfect setting for our little family reunion. This property features quiet privacy within the gate of this mountain compound, with daily viewing of deer, and turkeys and horses and soaring birds of prey! With a short drive to the parking lot of the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve, we spent a memorable morning hiking trails during our visit. The WiFi worked well in this location: we were able to "Zoom" meet with other family that could not make the trip. The hot tub was a draw for the younger among us. All in all, we had a great time in a gorgeous spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Top of the World

The views from this house are magnificent. It felt like an aleph point that was somehow in Northern California, England, Ireland, and Italy. I loved looking at a book about castles of the world while on the couch overlooking the land, sunrise and sunset. My kids loved the hottub. You can tell this home was a happy place with good vibes built into it. Hosts were communicative and helpful. We would stay again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

Beautiful Location

We stayed here for the weekend for a book club getaway and had a great time. The host Cheryl was awesome, very accommodating and communicative when needed. There were a few hiccups outside of her control but she did her best to help. There was a major power outage for a good portion of our stay but she was great about letting us know what was going on, keeping us up to date and helping where she could. You can't beat the view and even during a power outage in a heat wave, it's location allowed for a slight breeze that kept it bearable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Christine F.

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

Location, location

Wonderful property. A few pros and cons: 1) Pro: Location/view are absolutely stunning 2) Con: A bit of a mouse problem, we were cleaning up quite a bit of feces and they even ate our food. Owner is trying to remediate, hope it goes better for the next guests 3) Pro: New hot tub! The view from it can not be beat 4) FYI: Long single lane road to property. Was a bit scary around the blind corners. Still worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie V.

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

Amazing country mountain home!

Cheryl’s estate is nothing short of amazing! We absolutely loved our time spent. The home is so warm and inviting, and the scene around the property is spectacular with rolling hills and mountain views, whether you love the sunrise or sunset, you have it all! The kitchen as well appointed, and the home is so comfortable and cozy! We loved watching her horses, Roam in front of us and even got to see some wild turkeys, running around and some deer. Our family truly appreciated every ounce of our stay and working with Cheryl was a real pleasure. Thank you again and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Elise N.

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

Beautiful Location, Quirky Facilities

The views were incredible and while this property was in some ways a lovely home in the Livermore hills, there were many issues that impacted our comfort. Cleanliness could improve: fridge was dirty; dishes and kitchen supplies dusty requiring cleaning before use (with liquid hand soap; there was no liquid dish soap). We found mouse feces in the master bathroom. Blankets were stained or without covers.Other issues were plentiful. There were no curtains on any of the bedroom windows, so unless you bring an eye covering, you wake with the sunrise. The heating system in the bedroom wing was particularly problematic; the unit was extremely loud. The hot water situation was highly inconvenient, as we were intermittently unable to get hot water for showers. The hot tub, which we chose this particular property for, was cold on our first night, and there were no directions for use provided. Basic essentials, such as paper towels, dish towels, coffee grinder, and a kitchen recycling bin missing. No doors on one of the bedrooms, not mentioned in listing. Owners offered a gesture of check-in/check-out flexibility and use of their personal firewood, coffee and tea. After we enjoyed extra time on Sunday, taking in the views & wildlife from the hot-tub, several messages were waiting asking us to leave asap! We felt horrible. We appreciated the kind gestures, however we feel we must say the challenges and inconveniences we faced staying here were quite the adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Denver, CO

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

Beautiful Stay, Beautiful Views, Beautiful Home!

We had a wonderful time celebrating my mom’s 60th birthday with friends and family at this home! Cheryl was a great host and easy to communicate. If you stay here we highly recommend waking up for the sunrises!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Nice place

Incredible views. Very comfortable property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Serene Views

House was charmingly decorated and full of character. Property was very fun to stay at with the views stealing the show. we spent most of the time out back just enjoying the scenery. The spa was broken and that was the only negative.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Beautiful house with spectacular views!

Our group of ten had a great time! The house is large, comfortable, and well-furnished. The spacious kitchen had everything we needed to cook large meals. The highlight, of course, is the view! We spent most of our time on the patio and deck behind the house enjoying the scenery, and also played some yard games on the lawn. Unfortunately, the hot tub was not working, but the owner told us a new one is on the way for future guests. Would highly recommend a trip to Del Valle Lake about 45 minutes away. Would definitely recommend this place! Thank you to our hosts for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G., WILMINGTON

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

Beautiful and Relaxing Property

The views are amazing and it's such a comfortable place to be. We truly got to relax and enjoy the quite and the peaceful sounds of nature. Highly Recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

DANDAN L.

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

Amazing stay

Great house and amazing view. Highly recommended we stayed for more than a week, and everyday there is a different view down the mountain.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya O., Rancho Cordova, USA

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

Perfect for a home away from home feeling

We stayed 3 days, 2 nights. The host was very receptive to our questions before our trip. The home is lovely. There are beautiful views of the mountainside. Our trip did have a hiccup with a power outage from a downed redwood tree, but the host kept us updated with electricity restoration. The groundskeeper was very friendly and lent us a butane stovetop to use. Nonetheless, we kept warm with the cozy fireplace. There was ample supply of blankets to keep everyone warm through the night. The kiddos loved the giant block set...lots of toys which was a bonus for them. Our family enjoyed the visit and the memories we made.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

suzanne g.

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

Excellent value for big open spaces

We rented this house for room space and a great view for a bridal shower. It was an ever-changing view; and an excellent spot to retreat up into Old California.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Parthiv T.

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

Great getaway just outside Bay Area

We stayed at Cheryl’s property for a couple of nights. It’s great place with beautiful antics, views and so spacious! It’s very kid friendly place We would love to return. Just 1 thing to note: nearest grocery store or restaurants are about 20 mins away and nighttime drive may not be safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Green

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Why they chose this property

The Gated Country Estate is a very unique opportunity for your lodging and event needs that cannot be matched in the San Francisco Bay area. We have the ability to host an event (weddings, corporate gatherings, family reunions), for an additional fee, while providing overnight lodging for up to 14 people when taking advantage of sofas. The expansive acreage, with its remarkable views, allows you to experience large estate living, as we are surrounded by more than 4700 acres of conservancy land. Our higher elevation, sometimes above the clouds, looks down across the East Bay area and it is breathtaking. Both daytime and night-time views take your breath away.

What makes this property unique

Private Gated Estate
High Elevation For Spectacular Views
Events | Weddings | Corporate Gatherings for an Additional Fee
Expansive Acreage
Wildlife Conservancy
Hiking Near (4700 acres)