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A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods

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Large open interior space for family & friends to gather.
A relaxing evening by a warm campfire
Front with large overhang perfect for rainy days
Kitchen with counter seating.
Fully stocked kitchen with a six gas burner cooktop, double oven, & wine cooler

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cazadero, CA
  • Northwood Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods

Villa Ratto is a private two-acre family estate that has been passed down to the next generation. The estate is nestled among the stunning California Redwoods in historic Cazadero. It is the perfect setting for a memorable vacation with family and friends or a romantic couple's getaway. Plus, it’s the ideal spot to relax, unwind, and balance yourself with nature.

The grounds offer a large grassy area for outdoor games such as volleyball and badminton and a campfire ring in back for a relaxing evening by a warm fire.

The newly remodeled contemporary style accommodation showcases simplicity, style, and comfort. The main room with it vaulted wood beam ceilings features a large living room area, an open gourmet kitchen, and a spacious dining area that seats up to ten guests.

The living room area with its stone fireplace includes a comfortable and spacious leather sofa.

The fully stocked gourmet kitchen includes: 2 sinks, double ovens, ample prep areas, gas cook top, wine refrigerator, and quartz stone counter tops.

The master suite has a king size bed with a private bathroom. The master bath showcases a large walk-in shower and double vanity sinks. The two guest bedrooms are spacious with queen size beds and large closets.

Property manager

Tony Ratto
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs Only Please (Limits Apply) Must be approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the home.
Pet Policy is described in more detail. See Section 9 of the rental agreement. No Events. Prohibited by Sonoma County.
Quiet hours are strictly enforced by Sonoma County Ordinance. Guest may not make an unreasonable noise between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7 a.m.
License No. LIC24-0185

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 ZPE13-0078

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cazadero

Located in Cazadero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Northwood Golf Club and Sonoma Zipline Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russian River and Sonoma Coast State Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cazadero, CA

What's nearby

  • Northwood Golf Club - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Korbel Winery - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 40 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 39 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Korbel Winery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Grand Family Retreat Among the Redwoods located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Russian River, Sonoma Coast State Park and Rio Theatre. Monte Rio Public Beach and Northwood Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

4th year in a row at Villa Ratto

We love coming to the Villa Ratto because it combines a wonderfully comfortable house with a terrific outside fenced in area property for kids and dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Wonderful family destination

Spacious, clean, great appliances and furnishings. A huge yard for children. Hot tub, fire pit and grill all great! I highly recommend this property! (Owner very helpful and quick to respond to questions) Everything was perfect for our family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect start to the summer!

We had the most amazing stay! The property is gorgeous! The house is
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri J.

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

Wonderful!

This place has it all. It stocked with everything, the yard is expansive, and the creek is awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabe V.

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

Perfect…Perfect…Perfect

The home was perfect for our stay and then some. It was quiet, peaceful and serene. The house was clean, and well stocked Our host was amazing and an excellent communicator before, during and after. We highly recommend this place for your Russian River stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan S.

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

The perfect place

We enjoyed everything about this house, property, and location! Well equipped and easy to make wonderful and memorable meals together. Great hiking and coastal trips near by. Thank you Tony for all your info and help to make this a wonderful trip for us 4 girlfriends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey G.

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

Great spit

It was a beautiful setting in the redwoods. Super clean and exactly what was advertised. Great accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Benjie K.

Beautiful space

We had a wonderful time at this location. The house was amazing, full stocked, and the grounds were beautiful. I would highly recommend this place and will be returning in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

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

Lovely property

Had a great time relaxing and hanging out with family and friends. Sunday morning our son made cinnamon rolls in the fabulous kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geri B., Hydesville

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

Happy New Year

This house has everything you need to relax, cook up gourmet meals and play games and have some fun! Tony is great to work with, and we ran into 0 problems. This is the second time we stayed here, and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Sweet spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tony's villa. The kitchen was very well stocked and a joy to cook in, and the rest of the house was beautiful too. Lovely grounds and orchard. Thanks, Tony!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess T.

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

Idyllic

Perfect spot for families with kids - they spent hours and hours playing in the meadow. Sunshine, redwoods, smores at the campfire, and access to the creek - what more can you want? Kitchen spacious and well appointed. Private, quiet, clean - this is our second visit and we'd love to make it an annual tradition.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Above Expectations

Everything about this home exceeded our expectations. The kitchen was huge and contained more items than any gourmet cook could hope for. It was near a large table that was perfect for group meals and family games. The hot tub was the best we have ever used - very clean, hot and great jets. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rhiana M.

Amazing property

This was our second time at villa ratto and my family has begun to think of it as our sanctuary away from the city. The yard- the creek- the fire pit and hot tub- it is simply perfect. The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary equipment and the beds are super comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Candace N., San Francisco

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

Holiday Haven!

The photos definitely do the property justice! The home is perfect, and as other reviewers mentioned, the kitchen is the most well appointed we've ever experienced at a rental! I normally always bring a few items we can't live without and the house had them all! The grounds and creek access were so wonderful! The kids and pups had the absolute BEST time running around the property and enjoying the creek! Truly wonderful and the most kind host!! We're so grateful we were lucky enough to enjoy this property and look forward to a future stay! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

Our family enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving at this amazing property. The kitchen was well equipped to cook our holiday meal, we lacked for nothing. We loved the redwood trees and fruit trees on the property and the flat area was great for playing cornhole. We used the fire pit and jacuzzi almost every night. We will recommend this property to all our family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Josh S., Sunnyvale, California

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Five of us in our family (three humans and two dogs) had a terrific stay at the property. The home was comfortable and extremely well-stocked. The kitchen had anything you could want, there were plenty of towels and linens, and a nice collection of games. Wi-fi worked well through the home. The fenced in yard was great for the pups (although the yard is big enough that you should keep a very close eye on unleashed dogs). Would recommend for a lazy trip away for some terrific quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Delightful in every detail

The house is not large, but it is beautifully appointed and very comfortable. We've never had such a well-stocked kitchen in a rental home. The location is lovely, and the property is private and quiet, with several stands of large redwood trees. Charming little town of Cazadero is four miles away. Don't miss Raymond's Bakery. Owners helpful and thoughtful, with amazing attention to detail throughout the house.

10/10 Excellent

Sherri J.

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

Great Property!

Our family loved this place inside and out! Our yellow lab stayed busy chasing balls in the large, fenced yard, and our grandchlidren stayed busy splashing around in the peaceful creek just outside the property gate! We didnt even need to fight the crowds on the Russian River! Then, there was the hot tubbing, Smores around the fire pit, and the gourmet kitchen! Loads to do and not enough time to do it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashton B.

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

A Hidden Gem!

This is the absolute best VRBO in the Cazadero area. We've stayed at many and none were as spacious, clean, well-stocked, or beautiful. There was so much open space for our dogs to run. Plenty of space to talk and spend quality family time. This was also the most stocked rental house I've ever rented. They have EVERYTHING you could possibly need in the kitchen - it's better stocked than my house! Tony was super helpful and communicative. The house was even nicer than the photos. We really had the absolute best weekend and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cherisse B., Berkeley, CA

Absolute gem in the redwoods!

Thank you for sharing your home with us. Our family (3 generations) had a very enjoyable weekend, cooking together in your gourmet kitchen, playing badminton and volleyball, relaxing in the hot tub, hiking along the creek, watching movies and more! Your home is spacious and beautifully appointed. Your thoughtfulness shows through in every detail. So peaceful. So serene. In addition, the rental process was so clear and easy! Thank you Tony!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Redwood Heaven

My husband and I, along with two other couples, booked a zip line trip at Sonoma Canopy Tours in Occidental last summer. When looking for place to stay and we were fortunate to discover Villa Ratto. Let me say, we absolutely loved this place! It's a stunning home under some of the most spectacular redwoods with plenty of open space all around. The kitchen is fantastic! It has everything. It was the perfect spot to hang out, cook, and chat it up with our friends We were able to unwind from our day by soaking in the hot tub, cool off in the pool, and kick back by the campfire out back with a glass of wine. The easy access to Austin Creek out back is such a bonus. We skipped rocks in the water and explored nature just a few steps away. Best of all, it’s located nearby so many places; Sonoma Canopy Tours, Duncans Mills (love the old fashion general store and cute little shops there), Korbel Winery Tour, Armstrong Woods, and the most gorgeous drive along the coast to Bodega Bay. We did all that in one weekend. For our next trip to the area, we will definitely be staying at Villa Ratto. By the way, the zip line tour was completely awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., San Francisco, U.S.A.

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

Villa Ratto=Valhalla

This home was even better than billed with amazing amenities such as Ghiradelli chocolates, Peets Coffee, Popcorn, Hot Chocolate. If this house doesn't have it. You probably haven't found it like we forgot to bring bakong powder for pancakes from scratch and my wife made do with a trick of using vinegar...before we found that yes, the Ratto larder did have baking powder. The interior is perfect for a family with an open kitchen living room dining room design but three private bedrooms. The 2 acre grounds with fruit tree orchards and redwood stands were jeavrn for our two city dogs and our busy toddler granddaughter. The hot-tub was a delight. We had one problem that only highlighted how thoughtful and responsive our host. Tony Ratto was. He discovered a problem with the refrigerator that was a glistening pretty new Kenmore Elite...it wouldn't cool! He only discovered it the morning of our arrival. He texted us, but in the chaos of our departure I didn't see it. We arrived with a full week of food for our stay and were worried we would lose some of it to spoilage. Tony saved the day by arriving with a new 5ft tall backup new fridge from home depot because getting the big one repaired just couldn't be done in a timely way. We lost nothing and Tony gave us money to buy ice since it didn't have an icemaker or come with ice trays. Tony was the perfect host who really cared about our family having a good time which we did. Only thing wrong was one week was not enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Beautifully situated house amongst the Redwoods. The grounds are spacious for play and relaxation. The home is lovely and well stocked (best stocked rental ever)! It has everything you would ever need. Clean and comfortable. Would love to return someday. Thank you, Tony!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura V., Oakland

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

Excellent Estate

This grand home was perfect to celebrate our family Christmas together. The kitchen is one of those types that budding chefs dream of. It is well stocked with all the tools of the trade and is integrated into the living space so that we could cook and visit at the same time. The giant hot tub was a plus, we even jumped into the river for a cold plunge. The house has a good heating system and three bathrooms is a nice bonus with 7 people. The beds are top of the line with cozy bedding. The only thing, and it is small, is I wish the lighting over the dining room table was not the outdoor type spot lights with cold color lighting. This took away from a cozy atmosphere that the rest of the house radiates. Overall, this was an amazing home and we loved the beautiful redwood setting with so much property to walk the dogs through.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tony Ratto

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For 50 years, Cazadero and the Russian River has been our family summer and weekend getaway. Our family vacation home holds a special place in our hearts since our parents bought it in the summer of 1969. It holds wonderful memories and it is our pleasure to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

It is a great place to come together with family and friends. The redwoods, Austin Creek, the sunny open space, and the location are the perfect setting for a memorable vacation. Plus, it's only a two hour drive north of San Francisco. Great for a quick weekend getaway.

Also, it's only a 5 minute drive to the Russian River and the charming town of Duncans Mills, 15 minutes to Guerneville, 15 minutes heading west to the scenic Sonoma Coast, and close to some of the best wineries in Sonoma County.

What makes this property unique

It’s one of those places that you have to see to believe. You can enjoy spending the whole day here. As evening approaches it becomes quiet and calm. It's the perfect setting to start a warm campfire, sit back, and relax.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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