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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
NZ$330
avg per night

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Cazadero, CA
  • Northwood Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining Area

Room

  • 46.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Price is NZ$330 avg per night,

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About the area

Cazadero

Located in Cazadero, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area. Northwood Golf Club and Flowers Vineyard and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sonoma Coast State Park and Salt Point 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.

What's nearby

  • Northwood Golf Club - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 23 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Korbel Winery - 25 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 48 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage

Nestled among the redwoods of Cazadero, Gravenstein Cottage is located in the oasis of Elim Grove, on the grounds of the award-winning Raymond's Bakery – the perfect place to unwind and enjoy Sonoma County.

The owners provide a warm, appetizing atmosphere in this undiscovered woodland paradise along tranquil Austin Creek, only 20 minutes from Guerneville, Russian River wineries, or the Pacific Ocean.

Decompress from the stresses of everyday life in the front room on a comfy six foot antique couch beside a real wood stove. Or refresh yourself with a hot shower under the bathroom skylight. Relax in the queen bed watching the golden varigated leaves of bamboo sway gently in the breeze outside your window.

The cottage is only a stone's throw from Austin Creek swimming hole. Wake up to the bubbling of the creek, take a plunge, enjoy strolls along nearby trails, play bocce, relax under the gazebo and nap in the garden room or under the Gravenstein apple tree. Share a romantic evening in front of the stove or by the campfire. There is also a microwave and fridge for your convenience.

For larger groups of up to 17 persons, book Gravenstein Cottage together with Creekside Cottage, Paradise Grove Cottage, Elim Cottage, Baker's Loft – all located on the grounds near the bakery.

'We stayed a few nights with Mark and his children, and all I can say is they are the best hosts ever. . .Our daughter loved the little playground next to the bakery, it was also a plus that Mark offered a stroller which we forgot at home. Every morning a hot breakfast was provided and it was delicious!'

Satisfied Guest, 5/2011

'Friendliest family around! The generosity was astounding.'

- Satisfied Guest, 2/2011

Property manager

Mark Weiss
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:30 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
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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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 9 miles (15 km) of Russian River, Rio Theatre and Monte Rio Public Beach. Sonoma Coast State Park and Northwood Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Gravenstein Cottage is cozy and quiet. We enjoyed Mark's amazing pastries delivered to us each morning, walking among giant redwoods at Armstrong Grove, and along the coast at Shell Beach. A wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway!
This was a nice weekend getaway for myself and my dog (who often can’t travel as she exceeds pet weight limits). Mark was so welcoming and kind to us both during our stay. My dog loved playing in the creek next to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cazadero Weekend Stay
My mom and I visited Cazadero for my cousin's wedding. The Gravenstein Cottage was perfect for us. It was quaint and tranquil. Mark is the kindest host. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Very nicely appointed. Slightly odd layout but great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Friendly Get-Away in the Redwoods
Very casual, easy going and friendly and the location was so convenient for our specific needs! Will visit again when in the area and definitely consider this accommodation for our next stay while attending music workshops at Cazadero Music Camp in the mystical, magical Redwoods!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great property with plenty of areas to hang out. Great host and fun music night. Friendly goats behind the cottages.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage in the redwoods
My partner and I stayed here for New Years and had a wonderful, cozy stay. The fresh pastries for breakfast were divine, and Mark is a delightful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay among the redwoods!!!
This is an amazing place - a beautiful cottage among centuries-old redwoods, next door to a real bakery! Mark is a wonderful host, and he makes fantastic bread and other treats. On Friday nights there is live music and fresh pizza at the bakery, a real local hot-spot. At any other time, it's the epitome of tranquility. Thank you Mark for your hospitality!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

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Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Needs TLC
I've lived in a tiny mountain town for years so I was looking forward to quiet and nature. Unfortunately that did not happen here. The bakery was not open during the week (not indicated on listing) although we were going to have pastry and coffee delivered in the morning. The property itself was not maintained. My husband thought it was deserted and not even operating. I know this is a different review than others have written because I read them all before we went and trusted them. If you are looking for solitude...a place to relax in a comfortable location...this is not for you. The cottage itself was fine and clean but not true to the photos in the listing. The owner seemed very nice and welcoming. The main issue was the condition of the property...it needs TLC...it could be such a lovely place....but currently it is not.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

pat l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cozy cabin. Mornings pastries delightful
Will come again. Host friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

elena b., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place ! I was able to relax . Breakfast goodie and coffee
Nice quiet place to relax Friday night pizza and music was great .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
Hospitality and Tranquility beneath the shadows of the Elim Redwood grove best describes our experience. Naturally, the fresh, warm French pastry served daily, the nearby rugged coastal beaches, and the iconic Cazzadaro grocery store deli call us back very soon. If you need detachment from the world, Raymond’s Bakery is the place. Enjoy! Thank you Mark and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and relaxing
The host is responsive and so helpful! He brought us fresh baked goodies and roasted coffee. The house quaint and clean and endearingly old fashioned. The property is well maintained and has so many hidden treasures. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Stay
Wow! Mark's place was absolutley fantastic. Upon our arrival, our cottage had a beautiful fire inviting us in, along with a variety of cherished treasures inside the cottage. My wife and I sat near the fire, playing cards and listening to old LP's on the record player. What a great experience. Mark provided amazing fresh baked pastries and breads which were second to none, hot out of the oven!! We also got to sample his amazing fresh roasted coffee beans in our provided coffee maker. Absolute heaven! Spending time with Mark and the other guests at the campfire, we realized this was a unique experience. Thank you Mark for your wonderful hospitality and making our getaway unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility and hospitality
Mark and his family have created a peaceful and cozy spot off the beaten path and are very generous hosts. Mostly all you can hear is the wind in the trees and a soft tap at the door when he delivers his freshly baked treats and coffee in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth O., Redwood City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin escape under the redwoods
We had a wonderful 3 night stay in the Gravenstein cabin, and Mark was an incredibly accommodating and kind host who went out of his way to make our first family get away since before pandemic extra special! The cabin, true to listing, is perfect for 2 adults, and for keeping an eye on our 1 yo and pup. While we spent the days hiking the local state parks and along the coast, we loved coming back to the cabin at the end of the day to curl up beside a fire in the new woodstove and put on the record player with an impressive selection of vinyl to pick from. Mark dropped off fresh out of the oven breads and pastries every morning - not to be missed! While the towering redwoods obscure much of the sky, where you can see through at night, the stars were stunningly bright, so worth stepping out from the cabin at night to appreciate the majesty of the location both in day and night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy P., Sacramento, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Redwoods Stay
We stayed at Raymond's Bakery & B&B for a week, Marc and his friends and family made us very comfortable and cozy in the Greenstein Cabin. Wood burning fireplace was a welcoming warm surprise each morning, along with Marc's pastries, bread & treats. Thank you all for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Unique and Cozy Stay in a Beautiful Location
We enjoyed a lovely 2 night stay in the Gravenstein Cottage. Mark was an extremely gracious host and made it clear that he wanted to do whatever he could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The cabin was quite small as expected, but very cozy, and we loved having the wood burning stove to keep warm. It was also fun to explore the property and enjoy the fun space that's been carved out there, and we interacted a bit with Mark and his family, all of whom couldn't have been nicer. The baked goodies that were provided were also outstanding! Our only complaint was with the difficulty of preparing and enjoying meals during our stay. Under normal circumstances, I would just say this is the kind of place where you should plan to have your meals out: there's no kitchen in the cabin and it's too tiny to add much else. But given the pandemic, we wanted to be able to cook for ourselves, and with restaurants doing take-out only, we'd still need a comfortable place to EAT the food if we went out. The Gravenstein Cottage didn't have a coffee table or anywhere very comfortable to sit down to a meal, and there were very limited plates, cups, and utensils available in the cabin. We made due, and Mark was really helpful in setting us up with a gas grill, access to an outdoor propane stovetop, and any supplies/utensils we asked for. It just would have been easier if there were a few more essentials already provided in the cabin (things like coffee filters, salt and pepper, extra plates...). Anything we asked for we received, but it felt a little awkward to have to contact Mark (who could be at a number of different places on the property) for everything. I also think the listing on VRBO could use more photos and some updated ones: the picture of the living room shows a little table in front of the couch that wasn't there, but would have been useful! Had we had a better idea of what would be available, we probably would have prepped a little better and brought more of our own stuff. With that said, we still had a great time and truly appreciated Mark and his family's hospitality. Would love to come back sometime in the warmer months when the pandemic is over, as I think we would have been able to enjoy things even more under better circumstances!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

loriana v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil oasis
What a wonderful place a absolutely lovely host. The cottage was a perfect mini get away for me and my dog. Mark was a very thoughtful host and amazing baker. Oh the bread and the brownies! 😋 We will return again soon I hope! Loriana
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great little place to stay
unique, cool and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria.Edgardo, Stockton CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great. Beautiful and relaxing. Very tucked away and so be prepared. Although there is WI-fi, you still get a lousy reception. So bring some good movies from home, bring some table games and some good music. Bottle of wine, crackers and cheese. Plus, bring a few meals so u don’t have to travel out to eat. Mark was very gracious and his baking skills are great!!! Loved every food item. Wat a hidden gem👌😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vinita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marc and his family are so sweet. Elim Grove is in the middle of beautiful redwoods.
It was a very easy process to rent this property through VRBO. We will be using it to plan our next getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Mark and his kids were super welcoming and they are great people. Such a beautiful property too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amina L., Ft. Worth, TX

Come for the cozy cottage, stay for the delicious pastries
This cottage provides the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. The cottage sits among beautiful gardens, and a patio area that contains a cozy fire pit. There's tons to do nearby, or just cuddle up by the wood burning stove, and enjoy some delicious bread & pastries from Raymond's Bakery. Bonus: You couldn't ask for a better host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean A., Seattle

Nice little cabin in the redwoods.
Cabin was clean and we enjoyed the atmosphere on Friday with pizza and live music outdoors. Very fun!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019