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Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View

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Monte Rio Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 1,200 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Home Exterior | River & Redwood Views | Pond | Seating
Living Room | Free WiFi | Gas Fireplace | Open Floor Plan
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Monte Rio, California
  • Northwood Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bohemian Grove
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View

Enjoy spectacular views of the Russian River and the surrounding redwood forest from this lovely 2-bedroom, 1-bath sanctuary in Monte Rio, also known as Sonoma County’s ‘Vacation Wonderland.’ Just steps from your door, choose to paddle along the river, enjoy a leisurely beach picnic, or bike along scenic Redwood-lined trails. If outdoor adventure doesn't keep you busy enough, venture further for wine tasting in the area's world-class wine country, or visit beaches on the Pacific coastline.

-- THE PROPERTY --

TOT Certificate #: 4257N | TVR17-0385 | Dog Friendly | Walk to Riverfront Beaches | Peaceful Hilltop Surroundings | Access Only By Stairs

Rustic woodsy hideaway meets elegant wine country escape at this cozy Monte Rio vacation rental, where outdoor enthusiasts and Pinot Noir lovers are sure to delight.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin Futon | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Queen Futon | Additional Sleeping: Cot

HOME DETAILS: Gas fireplace, large flat-screen TV, laptop-friendly workspace, 6-person dining table, board games
RIVER & REDWOODS VIEWS: Spacious deck w/ dining set & lounge chairs, forested backyard w/ manmade pond
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, Crockpot, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, blender, wine glasses
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), direct access to pond, noise sensors, exterior security camera (1, facing out), quiet hours (after 10:00 PM), no A/C, homeowner on-site
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, steep exterior staircase to enter
PARKING: Street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT: Monte Rio Skate Park (0.4 miles), Monte Rio Theater (0.4 miles), Northwood Golf Club (1.6 miles), Sonoma Zipline Adventures (4.0 miles), Pegasus Theater (4.5 miles), River Theater (4.7 miles), Pee Wee Golf & Arcade (5.0 miles)
FLOAT THE RIVER: Monte Rio Public Beach (0.3 miles), Johnson’s Beach (4.7 miles), Guerneville River Park (5.2 miles), Sunset Beach River Park (9.4 miles), Forestville River Access (10.3 miles)
WINE TOUR: Rio Crest (5.4 miles), Porter-Bass (7.4 miles), Korbel Winery (7.6 miles), Square Peg Winery (8.7 miles), Freeman Vineyard & Winery (11.0 miles), Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery (12.0 miles), Iron Horse Vineyards (13.3 miles)
SCENIC TRAILS: Willow Creek Open Space (5.6 miles), Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (7.3 miles), West County Regional Trail (12.0 miles), Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail (15.6 miles), Shiloh Ranch Regional Park (22.0 miles)
SHOP & DINE: Downtown Monte Rio (0.3 miles), Duncan Mills (4.5 miles), Guernveville (4.7 miles)
AIRPORT: San Francisco International Airport (85.6 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- No dogs in the pond
- No gate around the pond
- Please remove shoes at home entrance
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story home requires a steep exterior staircase to enter
- NOTE: The property may not be suitable for small children because it is not child-proofed and features direct access to a small pond
- NOTE: This property features noise sensors inside the home. These devices do not record sound (or video), only noise levels
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera located by the front gate, facing the property entrance. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera will not actively record video or sound while guests are in residence
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM
- NOTE: Fireworks are illegal in the Sonoma County Fire District
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit, and may be present during your stay. The owner also uses an area near the rental with a separate entrance for their office and to do laundry. The laundry may be done and heard during the stay

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are 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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Monte Rio

Monte Rio is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Armstrong Redwoods State Park and Sonoma Coast State Park, while Rio Theatre and Bodega Bay Heritage Gallery are cultural highlights. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Monte Rio, California

What's nearby

  • Northwood Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bohemian Grove - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Korbel Winery - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 23 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 34 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Korbel Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tasteful Home w/ Stunning River & Valley View located?

Situated in Monte Rio, this holiday home is steps away from Russian River and Monte Rio Public Beach. Rio Theatre and Northwood Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Great home to enjoy the river

Four friends stayed here and enjoyed the patio overlooking the river. Was great for cooking---new can opener needed though :) 5 minute walk to Bartlett's grocery and nearby tennis courts. Really enjoyed the space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Great views!

The views are great and the place is even better than the photos. Plenty of places to relax and enjoy the quiet surroundings of Monte Rio!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

SUSAN N.

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

Heat Wave

Stayed during a heat wave, but was cool in this home even without air conditioning. Great view of the river and Monte Rio beach is less than a half mile. Grocery store is near beach, so very convenient. Home was super comfortable and lots of room for a 2 bedroom home. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Grace

Great stay

A wonderful, spacious house with a great kitchen for us to cook meals in. Many thoughtful touches and you can tell that the hosts have made a lot of effort to meet all the needs of guests. Jeannie was communicative and friendly. A great house for a little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jochen B.

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

Monte Rio Russian River

Very comfortable nice home in Monte Rio overlooking the river. We stayed 3 nights and really enjoyed our mini-vacation at the Russian River Area. The kitchen was well equipped, so was the rest of the house. The owner was very helpful. Will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
My wife and I had a very pleasant stay at this wonderful home. The house is tastefully furnished with everything we needed, to include a full kitchen, for a quiet getaway. We especially enjoyed the close proximity to Armstrong Redwoods State Park and downtown Guerneville, which was less than five miles away. Also, there is a free EV charging station less than 4 1/2 miles away from the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

issues

The house was very nice and comf9rtable and had most things needed for comfort and efficiency. What was not noted was the amoudlyt of noise from outside, the disturbance of the rural view by roads, and the gathering of a loud church gathering singing loudly for hours on a Sunday morning. Also access to the river on a weekend is difficult and very crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHAIK IM O., San Ramon

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

Baptism with nature

Best Russian River experience. Beautiful house with splendid view of the R River just outside of wide balcony. Soothing lovely Zen-like pond in front garden. Delightful , Delightful , Delightful .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

PHAIK IM

Russian River sojourn

This nicely laid-out house has the BEST views. Just stand on the wide balcony , and you see the mighty RRiver: WOW! House provides full amenities (though I miss the washer/dryer.... just bring more change of clothes). There's a Zen-like garden in front of house too with a pleasingly soothing pond. Loved our stay.

6/10 Okay

Lynda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice Accommodations

The house was very nice and clean. The view was very nice. My greatest concerns came about up on arrival. First, there is no mention of the extremely narrow street and no dedicated parking. My son drives a large diesel truck that had to be parked far away. They have a 4 month old that had to be walked in the rain. Secondly, the steps were mentioned on the booking site but the steepness was not mentioned. I have very painful knees and walking up and down these stairs was painful and dangerous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

M Seeley

Nice view, but there are some issues

Nice deck with views. It was a fun experiment to use the smoker/grill. Kitchen well stocked. Owner responded quickly when asked about borrowing beach chairs and towels. No designated parking on a very narrow curvy road. Entry stairs can be treacherous. No ice. Bed pillows were yellow with sweat and age. Furniture is tired.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

August 2023

We were celebrating our 40th anniversary and had a wonderful time staying here. I don't think the pictures really do it justice. We spent most of our time outside on the large deck in the lounges watchiing bats, satellites, the space station and numerous perseid meteors. And of course the Redwoods! The inside is very nicely decorated, comfy/cozy! Some previous comments mention the stairs....I think they must have been fixed as I didn't find them rickety at all. And prior comments about ice.....there is now a separate freezer with ice which we really appreciated. We golfed 2 days at the beautiful Northwoods golf course. The restaurant there is quite good too. NOTE - It seems many many places are closed on Monday and/or Tuesday. Eating is rather hard to find. We Will stay here again, maybe sooner than we thought when we first rented. But we would so it Wednesday and on. It was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views but

Our stay was disappointing. We had come to the Russian River to celebrate my birthday. We soon discovered upon arrival that we were not alone. What we thought was a private home actually had a tenant living downstairs and another tenant in the guest house. We could hear the downstairs tenant talking, coughing, singing, playing music and showering. I'm sure she could hear us as well. From the guest house, we could hear music, could smell and feel the hot air from the clothes dryer vent in the courtyard when it was being used. The shutters to the guest house would be open and closed at various times and the tenant downstairs told us that someone was living there. There was a sign in the house asking us to observe a quiet time from 10pm to 9am so as not to disturb the downstairs tenants. I could find nothing in the online description for this house that included information about a tenant downstairs or an occupant in the guest house. There was a license posted at the front door of the house stating that this property should only have 1 tenant. Renting this home for 3 nights was not a small investment and our expectation was that it would be private. I think we were sold something that was misrepresented.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

larry b., USA

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

Great deck and view

We enjoyed our stay and will stay again in the summer if available. The house was clean and spacious, especially the large and well equipped kitchen. Large deck over looking river and bridge. A few minor things; The stairs to get down to home were a bit wobbly near the top and once inside the gate your standing on a stair to close it not a landing. Street is very narrow and parking was a challenge.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nuala M.

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

Lovely views, short stroll to river

We really enjoyed the peaceful surrounding and deck views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Fantastic Place

We really enjoyed our stay. The facilities were true to the website pics and description, clean and charming. The view from the deck of the river was fantastic. We ran into the owner who even gave us some fresh salmon just caught that day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda v., San Jose

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

Monte Rio peace

Our stay in Monte Rio with beautiful views from the deck was heavenly. The garden and pond was serene and brought a sense of zen and calm. The interior of the home was comfy and clean. In the mornings we freshly ground our coffee beans and brewed our cup of joes. Then sit on the deck overlooking the river and listening to birds chirping. If you want a relaxing stay to read a book, walk into town without TV then this is a place for you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Great view and location

Nice location. Short drive to beach and to Guerneville. Not too far to Sonoma and Santa Rosa either. Walking distance to market and a couple nice restaurants. Right on the Russian River with easy beach access. Great views from back windows and patio deck. Place is rustic but clean and nice. We had a great stay.

10/10 Excellent

FRED V.

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

Wonderful

This was my wife’s birthday week, daughters visited on the weekend. The rest of the time we relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful view. Would recommend this to anyone looking for peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

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