Location: Sebastopol, Sonoma County, Wine Country, California, USA (Bodega Bay 20 min., 10 min wineries, 90 min SF airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Keywords: House
Comfortable updated place on 4.5 acres...birds, hawks, owls, turkeys, dragonflies, trees, lawns, roses, grape arbors, wisteria, apples, pears, blackberries, persimmons, plums.
2 BR/2BA house with hardwood floors, fireplace, laundry room. The living room couch makes into a small twin bed or an aerobed is available if needed, (5 total). Living room with fireplace and views of the big garden.
Large formal dining area with immediate access to back yard with lawn, ferns, plum tree, crab apple, pear trees, rose and much more. Sycamore trees, maple and aspens change color in fall. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, dual fuel range, dishwasher, refrigerator. Through kitchen is laundry room with a washer and dryer.
Master bedroom with private bathroom with claw foot tub. Nice views of trees including Fuyu persimmon tree outside the window. When the leaves change it floods the room with a beautiful gold orange glow.
The second bedroom with a queen size bed is off the hall as is the main bathroom with stall shower.
The private back yard of the house has trellised patio,lawn area,and steps to the upper acres. It is great for viewing birds and other wildlife.
The big garden has apple and pear trees, blackberries, foxglove, borage, lions tail, lavender, roses and more. Also, butterflies, dragonflies, hummingbirds, hawks, luna moths and of course, deer. 7 minutes to Pacific Market (a gourmet market in Sebastopol). Approximately 15 minutes to Bodega Bay. Less than 10 minutes to the town of Occidental, Osmosis Spa and Freestone Bakery.
Beautiful garden with gravel paths and pretty flowers in the spring and summer. Don't forget to check out the stone waterway, feels like a different climate a nice cool place to relax on hot days. An extra pair of flat shoes are a good idea for walking on the gravel paths. This property was named Owl Hill because the owls will call back and forth to each other from the tree tops. Gorgeous property in every season
Midweek and full week discounts.
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"We want to thank you for renting us your lovely vacation cottage this past week. We found it to be very comfortable and inviting. We look forward to our next trip to California."
Dan and Beth
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : Parking off street for two cars
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : One queen bed in each bedroom
- Convertible Bed : Inflatable bed available as well as three cots for outdoor sleeping under the stars
- Crib : Pac n play available.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Dual paned windows,easy access from outdoors to home,lots of shade in hot weather,very kid friendly
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Pack n' play crib available.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$175/night (2 people and 2 night minimum)Friday, Saturday, holidays
$150/night (2 people and 2 night minimum) for midweek, Sun through Thurs.
$1000 per week/Apr-October (Contact owner for November-March discounts)
$25/night extra for more than 2 people
$90 one time cleaning fee
9% local tax
pay with paypal (3% surcharge)
Check in at 3:30 pm Check out at 11 am. Call for special check-in possibilities
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Owl Hill Cottage on 4.5 Wooded Acres in Sebastopol
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Sebastopol
We bought this home to be close to wineries, hiking and ocean but also for the beautiful gardens and trails that are on the property. While the home has been updated, it is still casual and comfortable. We enjoy having our grandchildren visit and they enjoy it too.
Property Photos
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- Brown Shingled Cottage - Sebastopol, California Vacation Home
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- Cottage style home with deck - Sebastopol, California Vacation Home
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- Living room - Sebastopol, California Vacation Home
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- Kitchen
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- View of house from the big gardens
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- View of dining room, kitchen and immediate backyard
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- One of the bedrooms
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- Pretty little bathroom off master bedroom. Clawfoot tub. Pedestal sink.
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- Second bedroom
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- Pathway in the gardens
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- One of the back yard areas, view from dining room
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- Rock waterway
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- The gardens in summer
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- Autumn colors
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- Gardens in summer
Traveler Reviews (11)
Christmas at Nana and Papa's home away from home
Guest: Nana Max
(Asheville, NC)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 01/12/12
Owl Hill was a perfect choice for a family Christmas. We have family in Sebastopol and Petaluma so it was fun to host Christmas in our own cozy cottage (and then sleep in our own bed). Very cold outside so the fireplace was wonderful and with the well equipped kitchen and lots of extra chairs we were able to all gather for dinner. Grandkids found toys in every room and enjoyed walking the paths in the garden. The property is perfect for wandering, I would love to see the pond when it has water in it. Cozy beds and all the comforts of home. Great place to go wine tasting and lots of great restaurants around too. Surrounded by redwoods and about 30 minutes from the ocean, this would be a perfect spot for you to get the feeling of the real California.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
The perfect get away
Guest: Lisa
(Santa Barbara, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11
Review Submitted: 09/25/11
This was our first time using VRBO and we could not have been more pleased. Owl Cottage is cozy and comfortable and perfect for anyone wanting a get-away from a busy life. And, it's perfectly located for exploring the beautiful countryside. The cottage is wonderful, tucked into the woods. We never saw another soul the entire time we were there, except for visitations from a doe and her fawn, we were alone in the woods. There is plenty of room to roam the gardens, explore the grounds and take walks down the lane. The kitchen is large and well equipped, which was perfect for us. Loved the hardwood floors. We were so comfortable here, it was truly like home only better. It was better than I expected and though we were only two I could see this for anyone with a family, there's plenty of room. We loved it. Thank you, Dawn. Lisa and Chris
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Perfect in every way
Guest: Kat
(Colorado's Front Range)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/17/11
My family of four from Colorado stayed at the Owl Hill cottage after a fast-paced week in San Francisco. I can't imagine a more perfect spot to slow down and relax. We hope to visit "our" cottage again next year.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Our stay at Owl Hill Cottage for son's wedding
Guest: Mishel
(Boulder, Co)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/21/11
Our stay at Owl Hill cottage was great in every way. A comfortable home away from home. We needed to have somewhere for his Aunt to make the wedding cake and this kitchen was perfect for it. Landscaping is beautiful and I wish I could have had time to just sit and enjoy it, maybe next time!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
great for kids!!
Guest: michelle
(San Luis Obispo, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/24/11
Review Submitted: 05/26/11
We loved our stay here at the Owl Hill Cottage. We're frequent vacation renters and this has been the most accommodating by far. My kids loved the toy cabinet. The grassy lawn was perfect for the kids to play on -we even set up a Easter Egg Hunt the day we arrived. This place is well cared for and loved. Easy access to town. Great rates...book early.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Spectacular!
Guest: M
(Hazelhurst)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11
Review Submitted: 03/20/11
We called the Owl Hill Cottage our home away from home in mid March 2011. What a comfortable well stocked home! Beautiful yard and gardens, and oh the Redwoods! The sound of running water in the seasonal stream, and the scents of blossoms in the air were so soothing. Speaking of water the tap water is awesome. Yes we are water snobs from the north woods of Wisconsin and find city water and bottled water terrible tasting.. The location is great, we found ourselves heading west on Bodega Road, to head over to Freestone or Bodega for supplies to whip up gourmet meals in the fabulous kitchen. We have 5 and 8 year old boys and my brother along, and found the size of the owl Hill cottage to be just right. (A toy box in the yard kept the kids entertained when they were not exploring the great trails throughout the property.) For our family this is a MUST STAY AT, when in the Sebastopol area!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children.
Peaceful, relaxing retreat
Guest: Reg
(Olympia, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/03/11
We rented this cottage over the Christmas holiday because it was so convenient (< 3 miles) to my son's home. Everything was as stated in the advertisement, from the pictures to the description. The fully equipped kitchen, the hardwood floors, the absolute silence at night were a real treat. The cable and WiFi were also a real plus. We will definitely plan to visit again in the very near future. We highly recommend it for its convenience to wineries, Hog Island Oysters in Marshall , Spud Point in Bodega Bay for crab, and K&L Bistro in Sebastopol (fabulous menu).
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
All the comforts of home
Guest: Grand Fondo cyclists
(Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 10/05/10
Review Submitted: 11/24/10
Three of us (in our 30's - early 40's) spent a week at the cottage. We were looking for a home base in which we could (road) bike during the days and relax in the evenings and we found it. The cottage had everything we needed. Lots of space to relax, a fully equipped kitchen to make hearty meals, comfortable beds and a nice shady deck. When we arrived, the previous renters mixed-up their check out dates and left a clogged toilet, but Dawn quickly fixed the issue and we were right on track within a few hours.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Australian family loves Owl Hill Cottage - planning return visit in 2011
Guest: Aussie Gang
(Sydney Australia)
Date of Stay: 09/07/09
Review Submitted: 11/24/10
My partner, son and I stayed at Owl Hill cottage in 2009. My partner's "US family", including his first son Dillon, live in and around Santa Rosa. We found Owl Hill a peaceful retreat - amongst the charming Sebastopol community - close enough to Santa Rosa, but also a quiet and peaceful place with plenty of space. The property has a welcome level of seclusion but all the mod cons - from internet access and cable TV to toys for the kids. Two bathrooms are a welcome bonus for any family and the beds are big and comfy. The charming town of Sebastopol is just up the road and Bodega Bay is not far as well. It's more than well place for anyone wanting to visit the Napa Valley or the increasingly popular (at least in Australia) Sonoma Valley (certainly our preference). Food and wine options abound. We are coming back in 2011 for our biannual visit - we decided that as we'd had a memorable and happy stay last time that looking for an alternative this time around was a waste of time - we've booked Owl Hill for a week next April. This time, we'll have the full family (2 adults and 3 kids) and we know that not only will be have the privacy and space we need but also the practicalities will be taken care of. We highly recommend... Jane, Ian and family (from Sydney Australia)
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Perfect for 3 Generations!
Guest: trish
(san francisco)
Date of Stay: 08/27/10
Review Submitted: 11/23/10
My family and I stayed here for a long weekend getaway. It was myself and my husband, our 16 month old son, and my in-laws. The house was perfect! My in-laws had a wonderful time, my son went bonkers for the toys, especially the antique fire truck. We made a wonderful dinner one night and ate out at great restaurants the other nights. We are looking forward to another stay again soon! Thanks Again, The Haileys
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with young children.
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