Blissful Rest

Guest: Rick (Santa Clarita and San Diego)
Date of Stay: 02/15/11 Review Submitted: 02/03/12

My wife and I loved staying here. Very nice (newly constructed) cottage with everything you need for a restful get-away. We especially loved the ultra-warm gas fireplace insert that was thermostatically controlled. The bed was very comfortable (pillow top) and the kitchen was fully equipped. Couldn't ask for more, but there was more. Pretty setting with a stream nearby, big sun deck, plasma TV with DVD player and surround sound. We highly recommend this place.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.

Cozy, tasteful, and very private

Guest: Ann H. (Santa Fe)
Date of Stay: 11/15/11 Review Submitted: 12/02/11

We loved our stay. The cottage is tucked among trees in a very private spot, and beautifully appointed. In particular, we as enthusiastic cooks appreciated the well-thought-out kitchen. The fireplace added a perfect note to a cozy getaway. The wine, cheese, crackers, and wine tasting coupons we found waiting for us upon arrival show a level of attention to detail that we've only found before at much more expensive accommodations. We felt very well looked after.

Owner response:Ann, We love to cook as well especially with all the wonderful local fresh fruits and vegetables. The local wineries love your business so I am able to pass on to you the complimentary wine passes. Thanks for your review and we look forward to your next visit us and to Sonoma Wine Country. Michelle and Oso

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.

Beautiful Cozy Cottage

Guest: Cristina R. (Santa Barbara, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11 Review Submitted: 11/29/11

We stayed at the Twisted Willow Cottage over Thanksgiving for a family reunion in Windsor. As soon as we arrived, we knew we chose the right place for us (2 adults and 2 children, ages 6 and 12). The cottage is not big, but we were comfortable. My husband, who loves to cook, forgot to bring his knives. He felt that the knives in the kitchen were a bit dull. Other than this minor issue, we had a wonderful time and made wonderful memories of our stay in Sebastopol. It's extremely private, and the fireplace kept us warm throughout our stay. The bed in the bedroom was extremely comfortable. The pull-out sofa sleeper in the living room wasn't as comfortable (the bar in the middle poked through the mattress), but we made do. We absolutely love this little town and fell in love with the scenic beauty of the place. Andy's Fresh Produce Market and Pacific/Fiesta Market are a must if you're looking for fresh vegetables, fruit and meat. Hole in the Wall and Underwood Bar & Bistro are a must for breakfast and dinner, respectively. Michelle was always available to answer our questions and accommodated our requests. We will definitely be back (without kids next time)!

Owner response:Cristina and Family, Thanks for your review. Good to know about the knives, I'll get them sharpened. I know about those sofa bed mattresses, that's why I have a foam pad and 2 mattress covers to ease that darn bar. However, I am so happy you toured our lovely town and we look forward to your next visit with us(without the kids)! Michelle and Oso

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

wonderfully cozy

Guest: cycle/travel bug (Boise, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 11/09/11 Review Submitted: 11/14/11

I enoyed my stay at the Twisted Willow Cottage. I was seeking a clean and comfortable place to stay. The location of the cottage was excellant for both wine tasting touring and cycling! I could simply ride my bike to the biking trail less than one mile away. Excellant stores and restruants are nearby as well. The cottage is very cozy with attention to detail in warmth and hospitality. The only suggestion I would have is including a stackable washer/dryer unit. Seeking out a laundrymat and spending time in one while on vacation is not pleasent. I did not need one during my stay. I just noticed that there were none.....unless I missed seeing them!

Owner response:Teresa and Jerry, I am glad to hear your wine touring and cycling around our beautiful wineries and country roads was a a big plus for you. I agree, it would be great to have a stackable washer/dryer, not enough space, however. In the past, when my guests have asked me about this amentity, I have suggested a 3 min drive to Forestville, there is a laundramat with a great coffee shop right next door and also a wonderful breakfast place as well. In the town of Sebastopol, 12 min away, there is a fluff and fold servce if you do not want to wait for your laundry. I appreciate your feedback as to all my future guests. We hope you visit us again! Michelle and Oso Koenigshfer

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.

A little piece of heaven

Guest: Viviane (Piermont)
Date of Stay: 10/10/11 Review Submitted: 10/31/11

My husband and I absolutely loved this quiet and peaceful cottage. Totally private and very comfortable. We enjoyed reading in the garden and sipping wine by the fireplace. This is our second visit and we will be back for sure... The only possible improvement would be WiFi.

Owner response:Thanks for coming to visit Wine Country again. We are working on getting WiFi!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway.

Wonderful Honeymoon and Retreat

Guest: Sue (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

We just returned home from a fantastic, week-long, stay at the Twisted Willow Cottage. The setting, nestled in the woods is bucolic and serene. The location is a wondeful "base" from which to explore the surrounding areas and wineries. Michelle and Oso have created a truly blissfull oasis. The cottage is beautifully furnished with everything one would need and some wonderful extra touches. I highly recommend a stay here.

Owner response:Please come back and enjoy more of our Wine Country flavor!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Wonderful Private Getaway

Guest: khofmanncurry (San Jose)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/14/11

We spent a beautiful weekend in the Twisted willow Cottage and could not have found a better place. The house is absolutely adorable.It was very clean and well decorated. There is every amenity you could want. From two nice TV, a kitchen with everything in it, and best of all a huge deck. It is very close to a number of wineries and great restaurants. We rented bikes and road around on the bike path to a variety of different wineries. I would recommend this place to my friends and family and would stay here again in a heart beat.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.

Big A

Guest: Alice (Lake Elmo, MN)
Date of Stay: 08/15/10 Review Submitted: 08/30/11

We have stayed at the Twisted Willow Cottage several times and have always enjoyed our stay. The area is beautiful and the cottage is peaceful and quiet. If you dont' feel like going out to the wonderful restaurants in the area, you can sit and relax on the nice deck and BBQ or cook dinner in the fully equipped kitchen. There are plenty of winery's in the area to visit. The cottage is exceptionally clean and well mainted and the owners Michelle and Oso make sure that your needs are met. I have recommended Twisted Willow to my friends, family and associates.

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Wonderful Weekend Getaway

Guest: SanFran (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

We had a wonderful weekend getaway to the Twisted Willow Cottage. It's a lovely and peaceful spot in the woods, but very near several great wineries and outdoor activities. Michelle was so very helpful and her attention to detail is highly evident! We had everything we needed to make the most of our stay. We rented bicycles at West County Revolution in Sebastopol and biked the West County Trail on Saturday, and then on Sunday we visited Iron Horse winery (incredible views)! We took advantage of the deck and grill at the cottage to cook a feast on Saturday night (highly recommend Andy's produce market nearby) and enjoyed some of the wine we picked up on our bike ride. The queen bed upstairs was very comfortable for me and my husband, and my sister who was visiting from the East Coast said the sofabed in the living room was one of the most comfortable she's used. The cottage is so quiet and dark at night we had one of our best nights of sleep in a long time. Everything was very clean, well-maintained, and tastefully decorated. We'll definitely be back!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.

Sweet Sonoma Seclusion

Guest: Donna~ (Yorktown Va)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11 Review Submitted: 05/08/11

Lovely little cottage nestled away off the beaten path, offered just the peace and quiet I was looking for. Lots of nearby wineries, shopping and the Russian River Valley is close by with plenty to do there. Cottage contained everything needed for our stay and Michelle is really good about answering questions on local towns. Can't wait to go back again. So glad that I chose to stay here over staying with a hotel chain just no comparison!

Owner response:Thank you for you comments and receive a !0% discount on your next stay with us. I also have some complimentary wine tastings for you as well. Best, Michelle

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.