Perfect Vacation Home 1.5 Mi. to Healdsburg + Ping Pong +Spa +Sauna +Kayaks
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Special offer: Weeknight Summer Special Details
Riverwood Lodge is an impressive residence with a spectacular riverfront setting, just outside the city limits of Healdsburg. Guests remark about its comfortable furnishings, upscale rustic decor, wonderfully spacious floor plan, outstanding cleanliness, high quality appointments, true riverfront location with a private beach and kayaks, plus its central location to all wine country attractions, and, additionally, its excellent customer service.
This beautiful Wine Country Vacation Home lies hidden at the crossroads of some of the most prized wine producing valleys in the world, and as close as three minutes to Healdsburg's charming, historic Plaza, which is the hub of all the excitement surrounding this World Class Wine Producing Region. 'Riverwood' enjoys a beautiful, private riverfront setting - away from all traffic noise and urban sights and sounds. The stunning riverfront location offers views of lush green mountains, sparkling water, and it's own private beach. Large wrap-around covered decks provide the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors year 'round, and are furnished for dining and lounging. The very spacious interior has open beamed pine ceilings and an impressive dining room. From the moment you arrive and begin enjoying the aroma of tall cedars and listening to the babbling of the rapids, you'll know you've come to the right place to relax and unwind. There's the impression of being 'far away' but in reality you are only 2.4 miles from the closest wineries, with nearly 90 more within a 15 minute drive! You're in the ideal getaway location where you can enjoy privacy and unwind, while being just a mile or two from all the exciting activity in this World Class wine producing region.
At Riverwood, guests will find many choices of places to gather for conversation. This lovely, spacious home has a comfortable circle of leather sofas surrounding the stone fireplace and log mantle. The grand size dining room with its large custom dining table and views of the river, creates the perfect environment for an unforgettable dining experience. In the kitchen guests enjoy a charming atmosphere and riverview, great rustic furnishings, and a Heartland Range (a high-end contemporary range hidden in a classic reproduction). There are things to impress and delight at every turn. Overlooking the beach and passing canoes you will find the hot tub - the perfect place to soak and unwind. The cedar sauna (the same top-of-the-line model from Sunlight Sauna as demonstrated by Dr. Oz on Oprah's Show on longevity)is enjoyed by guests, and sits overlooking the river. There are kayaks, a hot and cold outdoor shower, a huge recreation room with an indoor ping pong table.
The mattresses and bedding at Riverwood have been carefully chosen with our guests' comfort in mind. We offer three king bed rooms with new Cal-King mattresses, as well as rooms with very comfortable queen and full size beds. We have many sleeping options and can accommodate groups of singles with individual beds for 8, as well. There are three bathrooms, and a full size washer and dryer. We take care to provide something to interest every age and activity level, with a library of travel and nature books, board games, a checkers table, videos, beach inflatables, log bench swing, round lounger, picnic table under the trees, fishing poles and tackle (licenses required), two kayaks, life preservers, passes to the upscale Park Point Health Club in Healdsburg with heated lap and children's pools, our own restaurant guides with menus and pricing, shopping information, information on wine tasting at local wineries, and maps and brochures to help our guests explore everything this bountiful area has to offer.
Interesting trivia: Riverwood Lodge was formerly the vacation home of the Oakland Raider's Super Bowl winning coach, Ollie Spencer. Here he entertained friends and the Super Bowl trophy was on display in the great room.
Here are the comments from a recent guest. 'A Perfect Getaway'
'A wonderful house for a reunion with old friends! We came together here for a weekend, and immediately settled into absolute comfort. It was great for relaxing, cooking, and playing games, and served as a perfect home base for forays into Healdsburg (beautiful!) and the surround wine country (delicious!).
The management was clear and responsive, the value outstanding, and the house itself impeccably well-kept and lovely. We'll surely return to this perfect getaway.'
JL, Minneapolis, 3/2/2010.
To read more guest testimonials, please visit our website and view the online guest comments section.
Keywords: House/Private Home
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 2800 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
- Concierge
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Low Allergen Environment
- Pets Not Allowed
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
- Riverview Master Suite
- 1 king
- Private Master Bath
- Willow Room
- 1 king
- Riverside Room
- 1 king
- Recreation Room
- 2 double
- Portable crib and high chair available
- Baby Equipment
- 1 baby crib
- Portable crib and high chair available
- Pine Cone Room
- 1 queen
- Great Room
- 1 twin/ single
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Main Level Bath
- toilet, shower
- Lower Level Bath
- toilet, shower
- Lower Deck
- outdoor shower
- Hot and cold outdoor shower.
- Master Bath
- toilet, combination tub/shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Books
- Video Library
- Stereo
- Toys
- Books For Kids
- Radio
- Game Room
- Games For Kids
- Television
- Games
- Books For Adults
- Ping Pong Table
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Luxury
- Sports & Activities
- Adventure
Attractions
- Restaurants
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
- Playground
- Forests
- Churches
- Festivals
- Cinemas
- Autumn Foliage
- Museums
- Library
- Winery Tours
- Coin Laundry
- Zoo
Car
- Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Paddle Boating
- Shopping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Photography
- Sight Seeing
- Scenic Drives
- Antiquing
- Beachcombing
- Boating
- Gambling Casinos
- Horseback Riding
- Walking
local services and businesses
- Babysitter
- Massage Therapist
- Hospital
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- Fitness Center
Location Type
- Beach View
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Beachfront
- River
sports and adventure activities
- Snorkeling
- Golf
- Tennis
- Mountain Climbing
- Kayaking
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Wind-Surfing
- Cycling
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Ice Skating
- Fly Fishing
- Water Tubing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Mountaineering
- Freshwater Fishing
- Jet Skiing
- Rafting
- Whitewater Rafting
- Sailing
- Fishing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Mountain Biking
- Water Skiing
- Hiking
Arrival Day
- Flexible
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Parking
- Internet
- Ceiling Fans
- Paper Towels
- Laundry Soap
- Hair Dryer
- Alarm Clock
- Heating
- Sofa Bed
- Towels Provided
- Local Maps
- Basic Soaps
- Iron & Board
- Activities Guide
- Living Room
- Wireless Internet
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Telephone
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Parking Off Street
- Free Long Distance
- Water Cooler
- Local Activities Guide
- Gas Fireplace
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Toilet Paper
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Optional
Kitchen
- Coffee Grinder
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Stove
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Blender
- Microwave
- Grill
- Stove
- Pantry Items
- Oven
- Toaster
- Freezer
Outside
- Barbecue
- Beach Towels
- Terrace
- Walkway To Water
- Deck / Patio
- Small Cooler
- Bicycles
- Porch / Veranda
- Boat
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
- Wood Deck
- Kayak / Canoe
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Large Cooler
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Binoculars
- Beach Chairs
Payment Type
- Discover
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Amex
Pool / Spa
- Communal Pool
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Spa Whirlpool
- Whirlpool
Reviews
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Great house for families!
Great house for families!
- Guest Jarama
- Date of stay 10/10/11
- Review Submitted 10/24/11
Lots of room both inside and out. Easy river access for kyaking or rock skipping. House is well apointed and taken care of, with very attentive and responsive owners. A pleasure to deal with...Recommended for: Families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
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No Better Way to See WIne Country
No Better Way to See WIne Country
- Guest Cyrus L.
- Date of stay 06/10/11
- Review Submitted 06/29/11
I took my family to the Napa/Sonoma wine country for a vacation. We had 8 adults and a couple of young children. We found Riverwood via a web search and thought it would support us. Well, it turned out to be a perfect place to base our 7 days of wine country excursions! First, located in Healdsburg, it was a central launching point for wine country drives each day to different "wine roads." In addition, Healdsburg itself was a super place for wine, shopping, and visiting. Second, the house itself was just wonderful! It is extremely large with 4 quite large bed rooms and several smaller options. Seating was everywhere, inside and out. It was well supplied and furnished. Access to the River was easy and we enjoyed the River each day. Third, the booking process was easy and came well informed for the house as well as the area. We could not recommend a place more than RIverwood.Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Owner response: We are very rewarded when we hear that guests have so thoroughly enjoyed their stay. Thank you, so much, for taking time to let others know about Riverwood Lodge, its special amenities and location, and also for recognizing us for excellent customer service. Comments such as yours inspire us to work even harder at our customer service, to do more and to provide the best for our guests. We thank you, and wish you many happy memories of your visit!
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Large comfortable home
Large comfortable home
- Guest GirlsTrip
- Date of stay 04/15/11
- Review Submitted 04/21/11
We stayed in Riverwood for a girl's trip and had a fantastic time. The house is in good shape, with a lodge feel to it. The beds are comfortable and there was plenty of bedding and towels for all the guests. This would be a great house for a multiple family vacation with several living areas. This house is close to Healdsburg which has a nice square and lots of shopping, resturants, etc.Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children.
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Lovely home on the river
Lovely home on the river
- Guest Karin
- Date of stay 03/11/11
- Review Submitted 03/15/11
Riverwood is a spacious, very clean, comfortable home on the Russian River. We had four couples staying here for wine barrel tasting. Each morning we all commented on how comfortable all the beds were (3 Kings!) and how quiet it was. The guys enjoyed the sauna downstairs and we had nice walks along the river. We will definitely stay here again!Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
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Great getaway!
Great getaway!
- Guest Steph
- Date of stay 01/29/11
- Review Submitted 02/10/11
We had a Board retreat at the Riverwood house and had a fabulous experience. I just wish we could have stayed longer! Accommodations were very comfortable. The house is open and conducive to large groups, and the hot tub is wonderful. The view of the river is so inviting, it makes you want to sit riverside. I would definitely return for another stay.Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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Fantastic house with a great location
Fantastic house with a great location
- Guest Pete & Lillian
- Date of stay 01/25/10
- Review Submitted 01/20/11
We stayed here for a few days after Christmas with some good friends. Absolutely loads of space in the house, the kids loved the room downstairs where they had many ping pong tournaments. The house is kept in excellent condition, with a beautiful view of the river from the back deck. It was fun for everyone to switch between the hot tub and the sauna, although the kids liked the water better than the dry heat. We are now looking forward to maybe re-visiting in the summer, when we could experience more of the outside ... drinking wine on the deck and watching the river run by sounds fantastic.Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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Had a great time here!
Had a great time here!
- Guest robin r.
- Date of stay 12/24/10
- Review Submitted 12/29/10
My family just stayed here for the Christmas holiday (7 adults and 4 kids) and had a fantastic time! We've rented a lot of houses over the years and this is one of the best we've experienced. The kitchen is very well equipped with utensils, pots, pans, dishes and glasses (which isn't always the case). The dining room table was perfect for our whole group. The view is beautiful - we saw 3 deer while we were there. To top it all off - the house was beautifully decorated for the holiday. The only sad part was when we had to leave.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Had a great time!
Had a great time!
- Guest robin r.
- Date of stay 12/24/10
- Review Submitted 12/29/10
My family just stayed here for the Christmas holiday (7 adults and 4 kids) and had a fantastic time! We've rented a lot of houses over the years and this is one of the best we've experienced. The kitchen is very well equipped with utensils, pots, pans, dishes and glasses (which isn't always the case). The dining room table was perfect for our whole group. The view is beautiful - we saw 3 deer while we were there. To top it all off - the house was beautifully decorated for the holiday. The only sad part was when we had to leave.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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A family wedding in wine country
A family wedding in wine country
- Guest Linda
- Date of stay 10/20/08
- Review Submitted 11/06/10
I rented this fantastic home for immediate family to stay together during our daughter's wedding. Everyone loved the home, we cooked, ordered pizza and had lots of wine and great conversation. The bedrooms and extra space provided plenty of room for everyone, and the evenings in the hot tub with my sisters chatting away was great. We even used the ping pong table for flower assembly for the wedding bouquets. I would come back to Riverwood in a second, wonderful home.Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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A Great Retreat
A Great Retreat
- Guest Wamp
- Date of stay 05/28/10
- Review Submitted 06/14/10
I highly recommend this property. It was clean, well appointed, and a terrific location on a quiet street. We made good use of the spa, sauna, and kayaks. The kids enjoyed swimming and playing in the river. The upstairs and downstairs rooms allowed three generations of family to spread out and to have quiet time when needed. The view from the deck was awesome. For those thinking about renting my only caution to you would be that neighborhood quiet time begins at 10pm and is strictly enforced.Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+.
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Rates
Special offer: Weeknight Summer Special
Stay any night Sun thru Thur Now thru August and we will take 20% Off your daily rate at any of our 4 Luxury Riverfront Lodges. If you are looking for a last minute getaway you can Save even more with a Last Minute Special. Book any Sun thru Thurs night within 7 days of your stay and we will take 30% Off your daily rate at any of our 4 Riverfront Lodges. (2 night minimum) www.winecountrylodges.com
Offer for: May 22, 2013 - Aug 31, 2013 View calendar
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| MAY-JUNE May 1 - Jun 30, 2013 2 night min stay |
$680 | $770 |
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| JULY-AUG Jul 1 - Aug 31, 2013 2 night min stay |
$690 | $790 |
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| SEPT-OCT Sep 1 - Oct 31, 2013 2 night min stay |
$680 | $770 |
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| NOV Nov 1 - Nov 30, 2013 2 night min stay |
$550 | $610 |
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| DEC-MAR Dec 1 - Mar 31, 2014 2 night min stay |
$470 | $520 |
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Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency ($) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
Additional information about rental rates:
Fees and Taxes:
- Tax Rate 11%
- Cleaning $250
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2005
About the owner: Riverwood's owner, Lisa Neisingh, grew up Sonoma County, where her family enjoyed great getaways at their beachfront summer cottage. Wanting to share those sorts of memorable experiences with her children and others, she bought a riverfront home in Healdsburg in 2003, and soon thereafter purchased three more, as the number of returning guests was greater than the home's capacity to serve their requests. The third home that Lisa bought, and the largest, was Riverwood Lodge, a vacation home previously owned by Ollie Spencer, (a former Super Bowl winning coach of the San Francisco 49ers). The Spencer's architect had added an impressive addition to the original 1930's home, and Lisa has continued the improvements, making additions and adding upscale rustic furnishings and decor. Since opening its doors in 2005, Lisa has been inviting guests to enjoy this lovely home and beautiful setting.
Why the Owner Chose Healdsburg:
The location of this spacious home was ideal. It sits at yet another spectacular riverfront location and just a half mile from our Firefly Lodge home.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Experience pristine surroundings, sparkling water, and memorable, natural landscapes. The gentle rustling of the giant sequoia tree welcomes guests, as does the enveloping fragrance of the cedars, the chirping of the crickets, and the babbling of the rapids. This is a special place to gather your family and friends, and make memories. At Riverwood fishing is right at your feet, while all the sights and sounds of a world class wine region wait, only 3 minutes away! Come to escape, to relax, and recharge. We look forward to being able to welcome you!
Contact us
- Primary: +1 866 786-2778 (Toll free)
- Secondary: +1 707 478-4152 Office / Message
- Fax: +1 707 637-8166 Fax
Links to more information:
Photos
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View of Riverwood Lodge, Fitch Mountain behind and the Russian River below.
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Enjoy the health benefits of the state of the art, far-infrared, cedar sauna.
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In the evening, enjoy the warm glow of the hearth with friends.
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Serve memorable meals around the grand sized dining table.
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Our riverside location is hidden at the crossroads of 3 famous wine valleys.
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The well-stocked gourmet kitchen, has a classic reproduction range.
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Dine on covered decks overlooking the river, while kayaks and canoes glide by.
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A king-size guest room adjoins patio with easy access to the hot tub & sauna.
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Riverwood Lodge sits on a quiet, peaceful, dead-end lane.
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Enjoy the spacious interior, and comfortable furnishings.
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Relax in our log swing that overlooks the river.
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The hot tub sits under the stars and the sauna & outdoor shower are steps away.
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Dine on covered decks overlooking the river, while kayaks and canoes glide by.
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Launch your vacation with exploration and adventure at Riverwood Lodge.
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Guests enjoy the intimate seating area by the fireplace.
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Another view of the very large great room with custom dining table for 12.
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Coffee and conversation are enjoyed in the charming, rustic kitchen.
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The master bedroom has a king size bed, open-beamed ceiling, and river views.
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One of 5 comfortable guest rooms decked in woodsy, rustic charm.
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Riverwood Lodge sits at the perfect spot at the Russian River's edge.
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A cozy reading nook offers an array of books on local history and wildlife.
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Large covered decks for year around outdoor dining.
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Picnic area wtih riverviews and pick your own fruit.
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The large recreation room has ping pong and an over sized TV.
+1 866 786-2778
(Toll free)