Fun for children and adults, alike, with a peaceful river in your own backyard.
Location: Healdsburg, Russian River, Sonoma County, Wine Country, California, USA (Private River Front Setting Just One Mile From Healdsburg) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House/Private Home
Northwoods Lodge appeals to its guests with its spectacular riverfront setting, spacious river view deck, charming decor, exceptionally comfortable beds, outstanding cleanliness, high quality amenities, the private dock and kayaks, a beautiful, tranquil and even "perfect location", with easy access to all wine country attractions, plus outstanding customer service.
Northwoods is a charming and peaceful riverfront getaway that has everything you'll need for a great wine country stay for two to six guests. Located less than one mile from Healdsburg, Northwoods is the perfect choice for summer fun, or cozy winter getaways. There's a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, river views, an expansive deck, a 4-5 person Marquis spa, a private dock with kayaks, and a Weber gas BBQ grill. You'll love the contemplative stillness, sitting on the dock surrounded breathtaking scenery. The only likely interruptions will be the kerplunk of a fish, or croak of a bullfrog. You'll come away refreshed!
There are 3 bedrooms, with comfortable queen size beds and fine linens. A fourth sleeping area is the upstairs sitting room. It has a twin size daybed, plus a twin size trundle that rolls out from beneath. There is one full bath is upstairs, and one full bath on the lower level. Overnight occupancy is limited to 6, plus any children under 3 years of age.
The décor includes vintage, northwoods style birch and willow furnishings, plus leather seating in the living room.
NORTHWOODS is just one of our four beautiful, vacation homes in Healdsburg. Call us for information on them all, or visit our WineCountryLodges website to view our more than 80 photos per property.
For larger groups, our Firefly Lodge is just 4 doors away on the same riverfront lane and sleeps 8 guests. Also nearby is our Riverwood Lodge that sleeps 8 and our Old River Lodge that sleeps 6. Note: Due to the peaceful and residential nature of the neighborhood parties and special events are not allowed.
All four of our beautiful riverside settings are tranquil. The soothing sounds of the river de-stress and relax those needing a break from hectic urban life. Listen to the sounds of nature and unwind while enjoying the charming accommodations, comfortable beds, the cozy fire, and a slower pace, while being a short mile, or so, from the hub of this world class wine producing region. At Wine Country Lodges, we've been inviting guests to enjoy the unique pleasures of Sonoma County Wine Country for over seven years.
- “Three couples just stayed at the Northwoods Lodge and had a wonderful time. It was so nice to have our own private place to come 'home' to after a day out visiting the wineries. At the end of the trip we spent two days in Napa. We were so glad that we spent most of trip in Healdsburg. It has great shopping, restaurants, and is small and quaint. The wineries are on quiet back roads with beautiful scenery. We hope to come back!”
Anonymous, Aberdeen, SD
For more guest testimonials, please visit our website and click on the online guestbook.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : There are six operable skylights, a ceiling fan, pedestal fans, and a portable air-conditioner made available to guests for use during summer, but aren't normally needed.
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Private washer
- Dryer : Private dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : Three bedrooms have very comfortable Queen-size beds. A sitting room has a daybed with two single mattresses. The home has 2 full baths.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : A bonus/sitting room is adjacent to one of the 3 queen-size bedrooms, separated by a pocket door and provides flexibility in sleeping accommodations.
- Crib : There is a Pack n' Play style baby bed. A crib sheet, child sized blanket and baby gate are also provided.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : The Marquis hot tub can hold 4-5 guests. It is well maintained, and is situated on the deck overlooking the river.
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Shared Pool : The river is perfect for swimming, snorkeling and other water fun. Day Passes are also available for $15/day to Healdsburg's Park Point Health and Swim Club with heated lap and children's pools, weight and exercise machines, aqua exercise, and all styles of massage.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : There are high quality appliances (stove, refrigerator, microwave). A portable, automatic dishwasher is also included, as well as small appliances such as a coffee maker, a coffee grinder, a blender, a mixer, and a toaster.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : The Weber gas BBQ on the deck has an auto-lighting feature, is stocked with propane, has an upgraded stainless steel grill, and is easy to use.
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : A stairway leads from the deck to your own private dock and to the river’s edge below. You can step right in for a swim, or to launch one of our kayaks. During the summer months the water is a very comfortable temperature, slow moving, and clear. In the winter the river becomes rapid and ruggedly scenic. Year round guests are drawn to the view of the river, its wildlife, its ebb and flow, and change with the seasons. It’s truly a dynamic force, and enjoyable year round. Summer months are marked by canoe traffic, swimmers, rafting, and guests out for an enjoyable paddle in the two kayaks we provide. Swimming and snorkeling are great pastimes here. In the winter, you can catch steelhead or watch other fisherman in their quest.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Private dock, 2 kayaks, life preservers, 2 fishing poles, fishing tackle, fishing guide books, patio furniture, 4 zero gravity lounger chairs, foosball game, cards, puzzles and games, a library of travel and nature books, a collection of classics and comedy on 'DVD such as "I Love Lucy" shows and old time cartoons, indoor ping pong table.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : The main level only has a few steps to navigate: a few steps up to the front porch. A few steps down to one bedroom and the deck level.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Family fun and outdoor adventures abound! A Canoe Trip down the Russian River, Wine Tasting, Bicycling our country roads, touring Wineries, picnicking in the Vineyards, strolling through the ancient trees at Armstrong Redwoods State Park, taking Scenic Drives, Beach Combing and Whale Watching at our Ocean Beaches, visiting Art Galleries, following "Farm Trails" maps leading to fresh produce at the source, trying natural Hot Springs Spas and Mud Baths in nearby Calistoga, Soaring overhead on a Hot Air Balloon Excursion, shopping in the Charming Shops and Antique Malls surrounding the Historic Plaza in Healdsburg. Check the calendar for free Public Concerts, weekly local Farmer's Markets, and many Special Events.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec-Mar - 4 guests $239 wknt, $299 wknd nt, + $40 ea. addl. guest
April - 4 guests $295 wknt, $349 wknd nt, + $40 ea. addl. guest
May-June & Sept-Oct - 6 guests $399 wknt, $469 wknd nt
July & Aug - 6 guests $415 wknt, $489 wknd nt
November - 4 guests $295 wknt, $349 wknd nt, + $40 ea. addl. guest
Children under 3 free. $115 cleaning fee, $395 fully refundable security deposit
7th Night FREE! 4 person rate avail. year 'round for 4+ nts stay (except July/Aug)
Rates may be differ for Holidays & Special Events; please ask. 11% Occupancy Tax.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Healdsburg
Lisa acquired her first riverfront home, "Firefly",
just four doors away, in 2003, for the purpose of sharing great
times with her family and grandchildren.
The Unique Benefits at this House
It's breathtakingly peaceful setting on the river is one of our guests' favorite things about Northwoods Lodge. A year ago a guest proposed marriage to his sweetheart in that most inspiring setting! In the summer, with our dock right at the water level, there's so much to do, or just sit in the deck chairs and watch. The water is warm, and clean, and the swimming is fabulous! The canoe traffic glides peacefully by. We make kayaks available to you, too. The home itself is as charming as can be. It's neat, tidy, appealing and supplied with everything you'll need to feel at home. It's furnished for comfort, from leather in the living room, to our very comfortable pillow top beds. The decor and antiques are laid back, rustic,and refined all at the same time. The large, beautiful, river view deck, shaded by redwoods and bay trees, is a cool place to relax in the summer. We keep the hot tub sparkling clean and bubbly for your enjoyment, and we provide zero gravity, recliner chairs on the deck for your relaxation. There are plenty of tables and chairs, to, to help you enjoy outdoor living. We furnish a "fishing" room, well stocked with poles, tackle, fishing guide books, and the regulations and information you'll need to know. You'll find Northwoods Lodge to be a wonderful home to return to after a day away touring wineries. It's so close to Sonoma and Napa Wineries, and only one mile from Healdsburg. The location is "perfect"!! We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Enjoy Healdsburg's historic and charming Plaza. It's the hub around which all the excitement in this world-class wine producing region revolves. It's the location for local Farmer's Markets, Public
This public course is one of the oldest and most scenic in Sonoma County. It is just 2 miles from Northwoods.
Beautiful landscape, often compared to the French countryside, is the home to very beautiful vineyards and many famous wineries and tasting rooms. A scenic drive down Dry Creek Road will take you to
Renown Alexander Valley produces some of the most outstanding wines. Its beauty is stunning, and the Russian River flows through it's vineyard filled valley surrounded by beautiful mountains. There
Beautiful, prized, countryside that is filled with pristine vineyards, hills, and mountains in the near distance. The wineries are well regarded, and the wines outstanding.
The Russian River Valley extends through territory that includes the Redwood forests, and follows the valley route of the Russian River as it flows toward Jenner, emptying into the Pacific Ocean. Vin
Armstrong Grove is the home to a beautiful grove of ancient redwood trees, some thousands of years old. A stroll into the grove is impressive and awe-inspiring. There are picnic facilities and interp
This huge lake was formed when Dry Creek was damned to form the reservoir for flood control. The lake is situated in breathtaking terriroty, and is a big draw to boaters. Visit the Fish Hatchery to
Northwoods Lodge is perfectly located in a peaceful and beautiful, wooded riverfront setting that is just one mile from Healdsburg's city limits, and close to all Sonoma Wine Country attractions.
Owner's Map of Healdsburg
Northwood's owner, Lisa Neisingh, grew up in a rural area of Sonoma County, and enjoyed great vacations at her family's summer home. Wanting to share memorable getaway experiences with her children and others, she opened Northwoods Lodge, and three other nearby, riverfront homes, and has been inviting guests since 2003. Wanting to convey a relaxing, back-to-nature environment at Northwoods, she chose upscale, rustic, and charming antique "Northwoods" style furnishings to make guests feel welcomed and relaxed. The home and its accommodations provide the perfect environment for those wanting to create special vacation memories while bonding with family and friends in a relaxingly, peaceful and unspoiled setting.
Property Photos
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- Fun for children and adults, alike, with a peaceful river in your own backyard. - Healdsburg Vacation Rentals
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- Enjoy the stillness of the River in early evening from chairs on our dock. - Healdsburg Vacation Rentals
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- The large deck is a comfortable place to relax and enjoy the river view. - Healdsburg Vacation Rentals
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- The large deck is perfect for dining and watching passing canoes.
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- Northwoods Lodge is a charming two-story cottage in a very special location.
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- There's cozy fireside seating and leather furniture in the living room.
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- The living room with charming rustic decor has TV/DVD/CD and Fireplace.
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- The ultra plush queen-size mattresses are wonderfully comfortable.
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- The kitchen is opens onto the deck & is well outfitted with all the necessities.
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- The day bed in the sitting room has two twin size mattresses.
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- The bathrooms are sparkling clean & have 'On Demand' hot water systems.
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- The river is serene and abounding in wildlife (see the while Heron on the bank).
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- A water wonderland awaits just outside your back door! Kayak, swim, fish!
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- Enjoy Peaceful Bird & Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Boating, or Swimming.
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- We've been told our dock with stunning views has the "Best Seats in Town"
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- We Keep Our Hot Tub Sparkling Clean and Bubbly - Just For You!
Traveler Reviews (38)
Not a Great Experience.............
Guest: Linda
(South San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
We stayed at the Old River Lodge from July 16 thru 24th. We have rented numerous homes in Maui, AZ, CA, & WA. All have been wonderful. This one was definitely NOT. Upon arrival we were not able to get into the house using the code provided. After numerous phone calls, we finally got hold of Lisa. She advised that she had been busy and didn't change the key code. When we went to use the hot tub, we found that it was cold. Called Lisa. She said she could be there in a couple of hours or could walk me thru resetting it. We did it. That took hours to heat up. She blamed the last tenants but made no apology. When we had talked to Jen (owner's daughter) about renting the house, we explained that there would be two small children. She said that there was a beach and the children could wade in and walk out to an island. We got there and there was no beach. There is a small dock. In order to enter the water, you must step off of the dock, onto underwater rocks, grab a broken pipe sticking out of the ground and climb into 5+ feet of water! Precarious for anyone and definitely not for children. We spent the week driving to the local beach. We had explained to them that there would be 4 adults and 2 children but that they would rotate in and out. Come Sunday, son and g/f were still there and other son and family arrived. Shortly there was a knock on the door and Lisa was there demanding to know why we had 3 cars in front of the house and how many people were there! We explained that there was only going to be 4 adults and 2 children there overnight. She went away. The following Saturday, we showered in the third floor bathroom. Prior to that we had only taken baths upstairs. Suddenly we had water pouring into the kitchen downstairs thru an area that had recently been patched. We called Lisa. She accused me of stopping up the toilet. I explained that the toilet was fine and it was the shower. She arrived an hour later and poked holes in the ceiling. This created quite a mess. She went upstairs and saw that there was no water on the floor and that the toilet was working. I explained that it appeared that it was the same area that had previously leaked. She was extremely upset and said she had to curl her hair and was going to be late to the Water Festival. My son told her to go ahead and he would clean up the mess. No apology. just don't use the shower! Told we will not get deposit back for a list of 'invented' infractions!
Owner response:We the respect this guest's right to vent her frustrations, however exaggerations that seem retaliatory do need to be corrected. We've just finished our investigation of the damage done by water flooding and damaging a ceiling. This guest chose to make many exaggerated assertions while waiting for our investigation to conclude. A thorough plumbing check completed yesterday has revealed a fault in our plumbing, and absolves the guest of any responsibility or deduction from her deposit refund. Please know that we never speak to guests as reported, saying we will be several hours before help arrives, or are to busy curling our hair, or any such thing, and that we try very hard to give every guest great customer service! Regarding this guest's comments about the dock and river access, we are actually thankful for her comments. The dock and river access has remained much the same since 1935. The pipe the guests says is "broken" was actually installed there in the concrete by the owner in the 1930's as a loop of pipe set into concrete that is used to secure boats. We do our utmost to be environmentally friendly, and try to be sensitive to the river's edge. However, as this guest suggests there probably modernizations that we could accomplish to the concrete dock, and we will plan that shortly, because it's our desire that all guests find their stays to be totally enjoyable. Hopefully this guest will have a better feeling about her visit after she learns that she was not responsible for the damage, and we look forward to completing our transaction with her shortly.
Recommended for:
JD
Guest: Judy
(Bloomington, WI)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/28/11
This house was great! It is well maintained and very clean. The kitchen was well stocked. The deck with hot tub was relaxing and offered great views of the river. I would definitely recommend this place to any of my friends. It was so nice for the six of us to have such a wonderful place to sit around and relax after a day of touring the Korbel Winery and the Armstrong Redwood Forest. We also enjoyed other wineries in the area and shopping in Healdsburg. We were wishing we could stay longer to enjoy tubing or kayaking down the river as we saw so many going by as we sat on the deck.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Fantastic Deck!
Guest: Mike
(San Jose)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/03/11
Six of us stayed at the "Lodge" and we particularly loved the deck. The views of the river were fantastic and we felt like we were in the forest. Outside of sleeping, we spent the whole weekend on the deck. The house is very comfortable and for the most part, has everything one would need for a great weekend with friends and family. Enjoy!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers.
wedding weekend
Guest: Diana
(Weed, CA. USA)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11
Review Submitted: 05/22/11
Excellent! We would love to come back and stay for Steelhead season sometime. The Russian River Kayak & Canoe race brought back memories from my growing years in Hldsbrg. The house was perfectly appointed, meeting all our needs. Keep up the good work, Lisa.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+.
Northwoods Lodge in Healdsburg is Wonderful!
Guest: Dean & Robin
(Inver Grove Heights, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11
Review Submitted: 03/29/11
The Northwoods Lodge was a wonderful place to stay for us two couples to share while sightseeing and wine tasting! We pulled up to the house and were welcomed with soft lights on inside and the gas fireplace going. Everything about the house was cozy and comfortable, decorated in a charming way. This spot in Headlsburg is in a perfect location as your base for traveling around through wine country. We really liked the fact that we could make our meals at "home" after a busy travel day. The hot tub on the deck overlooking the river was fabulous! This is the second time we've rented from Wine Country Lodges and again, we were extremely pleased with the accommodations! We highly recommend this place!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Northwoods Lodge is Wonderful!
Guest: Dean & Robin
(Inver Grove Heights, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11
Review Submitted: 03/29/11
The Northwoods Lodge was a wonderful place to stay for us two couples to share while sightseeing and wine tasting! We pulled up to the house and were welcomed with soft lights on inside and the gas fireplace going. Everything about the house was cozy and comfortable, decorated in a charming way. This spot in Headlsburg is in a perfect location as your base for traveling around through wine country. We really liked the fact that we could make our meals at "home" after a busy travel day. The hot tub on the deck overlooking the river was fabulous! This is the second time we've rented from Wine Country Lodges and again, we were extremely pleased with the accommodations! We highly recommend this place!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Wonderful home in Sonoma
Guest: pcluvhappi
(Palo Alto)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/02/11
We stayed in the Northwoods Lodge just outside downtown Healdsburg for a family vacation. The home was well kept and very clean. The owners provided useful information about area resources to help plan our visit. The owners are responsive to questions about the home and the process of booking the home was very easy. We were pleasantly surprised by how quickly the owner returned our security deposit. We highly recommend Wine Country Lodges and plan to return in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful home for family vacation in Sonoma
Guest: pcluvhappi
(Palo Alto)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/02/11
We stayed in the Northwoods Lodge just outside downtown Healdsburg for a family vacation. The home was well kept and very clean. The owners provided useful information about area resources to help plan our visit. The owners are responsive to questions about the home and the process of booking the home was very easy. We were pleasantly surprised by how quickly the owner returned our security deposit. We highly recommend Wine Country Lodges and plan to return in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Simply wonderful
Guest: Daniel
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 08/26/10
Review Submitted: 09/14/10
A beautiful property with fantastic amenities and breathtaking views over the river. We were very sad we could not stay longer.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
River House
Guest: Karen K._HAC104168
(Saratoga, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10
Review Submitted: 07/19/10
Enjoyed our stay. River kayak and floaties were fun addition. We would definitely stay there again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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