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Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg!

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Our backyard (dog not included :)
Terrace/patio
Picnic table fits 8 comfortably.
Interior detail
Breakfast Nook

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Healdsburg, CA
  • Russian River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Healdsburg Plaza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jordan Vineyard & Winery
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg!

MTR is a perfect starting point to Alexander Valley and Dry Creek wineries and a short walk to the banks of Russian River where you can float, kayak, paddle board or just lay in the sun.
Nested on Fitch Mountain, MTR is in the heart of nature. You are close enough to downtown Healdsburg (less than 10 mins by car) yet far away to enjoy some peace and quiet.

Enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the exquisite views from the backyard in a very quiet and relaxing environment.

Our elegant 3 story-home is limited to 6 overnight guests. There is a total of 3 bedrooms, 2 with queen size beds, and one bedroom with 2 twin beds (each room is on a separate floor which provides more privacy)
Our gourmet contemporary kitchen is fully equipped for the chefs among you. Our 3 ovens make cooking multiple dishes a much easier task. Off the kitchen is a cute breakfast nook area for 4.

The open living / dining area at the top level makes it perfect to gather around a meal with friends or family. Enjoy your own space with a separate bedroom / bathroom area downstairs (middle level). The 3rd room (lowest level) is off the 2nd bedroom and shares a master bath that is located in the 2nd bedroom. Please note that in order to access the 3rd bedroom you must do so from the 2nd bedroom vus a set of stairs.
Our garage has been converted into a very fun game room which includes a pool/ping pong table.

There are activities to interest everyone, from swimming, to winery tours, hiking, biking, kayaking, playing games in our garage, and the myriad of top restaurants in town. Healdsburg historic plaza is a great place to start your day for a cup of coffee or to end it by visiting one of the many wine tasting rooms and restaurants.

River: (Open from memorial day weekend in May to September!)
Del Rio beach is less than a 10/15 minutes’ walk downhill from our home. The walk back to the house is uphill so be prepared. The parking is open but it gets full fairly rapidly so go early (you could pack your car with beach items and leave it there for the day and just walk / float down when ready. It's always so nice to have the car at the parking lot after a long day at the river.

We love our backyard and the coziness of our home. We love hanging out in downtown Healdsburg yet get a complete different experience when we come home. We are convinced you will enjoy it as much as we do.

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- This is a 3 level home so there are LOTS OF STEPS which may not be ideal for someone with mobility issues or young children.
- It's a one way windy road to get to our home from Fitch mountain road.
- There is a minimum of 1 week stay for major holidays (thanksgiving, Christmas etc...)
- You do need a car to get around.
- There is off-street parking for 3 cars right in front of our home

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Property manager

Nez & Brent
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Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a pack and play!
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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
No parties or events. You can have up to 6 guests over for a gathering but no more than 3 cars parked in front of our home.
Sonoma county mandated quiet hours are from 10 pm - 7am .
Please tell me what brings you to the area, and if you are celebrating anything special?

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Healdsburg

Located in Healdsburg, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve and Russian River, while Healdsburg Museum and Raven Performing Arts Theater are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek, or check out an event or a game at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Healdsburg, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Healdsburg Plaza - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Dry Creek Vineyard - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Jordan Vineyard & Winery - 17 min drive - 11.2 km
  • River Rock Casino - 22 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Oak Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Duke's Common - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noble Folk Ice Cream and Pie Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Matheson - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Flying Goat Coffee - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Mountain Top Retreat (MTR) less than 10 mins from downtown Healdsburg! located?

This family-friendly Healdsburg holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Russian River, Healdsburg District Hospital and Healdsburg Golf Club. Badger Dog Park and Healdsburg Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eugene H.

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

Wonderful house in Healdsburg

Our family (two parents, two teenage kids) stayed here for four nights to enjoy Thanksgiving with family friends who have a house up here. The neighborhood is great - Healdsburg is a really cute town with plenty of good food and wine, and great trails / hiking readily accessible. The house is close to the river, where we spent a morning walking, and which provides really majestic views in the morning. The house is clean, well maintained and decorated, and stocked with all of the basics for cooking, coffee, etc. We didn't get a chance to hang out on the deck much as we had too much going on, but I imagine it's great out there in the summer. Communication with Nez and Brent was great. There was a hot water issue because of some recent storms, which was not their fault or foreseeable - but they found a plumber to come out and remedy it as quickly as possible so we weren't inconvenienced at all. Overall we were very happy with our stay - thank you, Nez and Brent!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

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

Wine experience

The home was very well maintained and nicely decorated the views from the nearby hiking trail was spectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ken M.

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

Wine!

Close to so many premium vineyards and wineries. Great food in town. Loved Healdsburg Bar and Grill.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Mountain EscPe

Was a great time staying at the home for a getaway Only negative was the stairs with a daughter with a fractured ankle. She accomplished this with great finesse! The VRBO home was gorgeous with every comfort taken care of. We would come and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Connie C.

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

Healdsburg cliff hanger

The property is located on a hillside, however the road in is narrow with a drop off. We arrived at the property and were told to park by a utility pole. Said pole is on the road. We had a large vehicle that prohibited emergency vehicles to pass which would result in tickets or tow. The turn around area is not as described and we didn’t feel safe access the home or parking our vehicle on the side of the road (not much side as the road has eroded.) we decided it was not safe and left the location. The owner would not refund. Certainly something to consider as both Vrbo and the owner did not have concern for our safety. Book with caution.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Mountainside retreat

10 mins from downtown. Peacefully oasis.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Private, cozy mountain cottage

The perfect cottage for a family or friends! Nez and Brent’s home offers cozy areas to gather for games, meals and conversation. The kitchen and bathrooms are well-appointed and nicely updated, the beds are all very comfortable, and the playroom is a fun getaway! The drive into Healdsburg is a quick 10 minutes, surrounded by wineries and about an hour from the breathtaking Sonoma Coast State Park with redwood forests and quaint towns in between. We had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois C.

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

Cozy spot for Christmas

The house is cozy and cute. Very well stocked kitchen, better than most. The stairs to get up to the house were a bit challenging with all the things we had to bring for Christmas. It's out the river a ways and very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M., Michigan

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

Mountain hideaway

Lovely home tucked into the side of a mountain. An easy drive to Healdsburg. Clean, incredibly well stocked, hiking trails outside the door. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Amazing place to stay outside Healdsburg!

This place looks even better than the photos! We loved the location being so close to Downtown Healdsburg but was in a quiet setting up in the hills! Our hosts were so welcoming and responsive. Would definitely recommend this property for a family or group of friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby N.

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

Hilltop stay

We had a great time at this property. The host was quick to respond to our questions. The house was clean and well-stocked. It was within 10-15 minutes to anything we needed during our stay and very conveniently located for the sites and activities that we chose to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carey T.

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

Great weekend in wine country

We had a wonderful stay in the house. The kitchen, living room, and bedrooms are very well set up. The deck is lovely. Renters should be aware that the twin bedroom is only accessible through the master bedroom and that parking is alongside a narrow road. Neither issue was a big problem for our group but may be relevant for others. Otherwise, great option for weekend in wine country!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Hiking and wine trip

We had a great time exploring nature and tasting wine. This was a perfect spot to do both. Centrally located yet far enough away from town that you feel totally immersed in nature. The house is beautiful with lots of space and the deck is wonderful. We loved our time and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

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

Views of River and Hills

This is a cozy little property up on Fitch Mountain. The road to get there is a little twisty and there are a lot of steps to the front door, but the view is worth it. You can see the river and the surrounding hills. The kitchen is well appointed and the deck is delightful to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sunshine. A walk down to the river is only 10 minutes. The hike to the top of Fitch mountain is 2 + hours round trip and a steep hike.(no markers on trail). The town is only about 8 minutes away. We hired a local driver DaVine Tours to take us to the local privately owned vineyards. Way better than the large vineyards, and would book DaVine Tours again. The beds were comfy and the bathrooms were all remodeled as well. The host was easy to communicate with and responded right away with any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curran B.

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

Treetop Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful time exploring the surrounding National/State parks. We also had a chance for a couple of vineyard tours. Healdsburg was a charming destination. Big shout out to Nez, the owner. So nice and thoughtful. You can’t go wrong with this VRBO listing. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony A., Lino Lakes

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

Russian River Hillside

House was well kept and clean. Pretty straight forward like most other reviews state. No complaints , would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hollie W.

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

Treehouse respite

We enjoyed this lovely three story home overlooking Russian River Valley. Beautiful views, secluded feeling, comfortable beds, delightful patio, and all the necessary amenities. Nez provides a wonderful portfolio with great recommendations. Only problem is - we couldn't stay longer!! Would have loved to have nested in the house for a couple of weeks. Thank you,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen t.

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

STEPS!

There are 46 steep steps to get from the street to the front door. This needs to be in the property listing. The four of us are all over 65 and the steps were an issue. I would NOT have rented the property if I had known about the steps.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L., Austin, TX

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

Lovely Property!

The hosts were super responsive and friendly. The house was spacious, well appointed, and had wonderful views. There were several great outdoor spaces to relax in. We loved our stay!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Wine Country visit

A nice place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Great Rental!

Great, very comfortable place. The owners are very thoughtful about their guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Lovely Retreat for the Family

I thought the house and the owners were exceptional! The entire home had everything we needed and then some! Nez was incredibly communicative both leading up to and during the stay (appreciated the quick response on an errant corkscrew.. so sweetly handled!). There was a lot of love and thought put into the rental - including a helpful house manual with some of the most useful GuIdes to the area I’ve seen!! Two tips for future travelers: the house is truly a hillside retreat so be prepared for some tight winding roads. Absolutely worth it for the gorgeous views, but us midwesterners were white knuckling the turnaround a bit! Second, recommend bringing easy on and off shoes as there are multiple entries out of the house with several exit points and I found myself needing to run down some stairs to grab shoes - with kids I got quite the stair climbing in! Also, if you stay here, make sure you have at least one clear evening to stand out on the front deck for sunsets and star-gazing. Spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D., San Francisco

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

Great getaway!

Nez & Brent are lovely hosts. We had such a great time! Their home was clean, comfortable, and so charming. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

dianne m.

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

Perfect

This was such a great place to stay. We went with another couple and we were all so impressed with this place. The location was beautiful and so comfortable, we had everything we needed. So many different beautiful views where you could just relax and enjoy your first cup of coffee in the mornings or glass of wine in the evening. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great hilltop house nicely furnished

House is very nicely decorated and furnished. It is more roomy than expected and very clean. We would definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nez & Brent

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We love to travel and discover new cultures. Traveling is our passion. Healdsburg is our little sanctuary to relax from our busy daily lives. We love being in the middle of nature and walking distance to the river where we spend our summers floating and relaxing. We also love the proximity to town and to all the wonderful world class restaurants and wineries.

Why they chose this property

We got married in Healdsburg so this place is very special to us.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests