Location: Healdsburg, Russian River, Sonoma County, Wine Country, California, USA (We are located within 8 blocks, walking dist. of the Plaza.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3.5+ Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House
Step into this mid-century modern and drink in the vibrant garden, the beautiful attention to every detail and the serenity.
Relax at your luxurious Healdsburg hide-a-way with friends (perfect for 3 couples), or escape here for a romantic weekend. Venture out (less than a mile) to the farm fresh flavors of Healdsburg Plaza's local organic markets, many top rated restaurants and wine tasting rooms. Or cook up a storm in our HUGE kitchen with every beautiful amenity.
Explore the scenic country side using our bikes and picnicing at one of the many wineries in the area. Get your daily walks in, strolling down to the plaza for a fresh roasted cuppa joe from Flying Goat and soaking up the charm of Healdsburg. And at the end of the day, lift a glass or two of phenomenal California wine as you enjoy this place with wonderful meals, starlit skies and the magic of wine country.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Luxurious 100% Cotton Turkish robes, Westin Heavenly Down pillows. High end Aveda products to enjoy while bathing!
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage : The garage has plenty of natural light with 5 sky lights, built in cabinets with all the kitchen extras.
- Off Street Parking : Driveway parking available.
- Gas Fireplace : Located in master bedroom
- Wood Fireplace : Located in livingroom
- Beds
- King Bed : Located in large Master bedroom
- Queen Bed (2) : One queen bed in 2nd Master bedroom, another queen bed located in third bedroom
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : One large built in flatscreen in livingroom and second smaller built in flatscreen in kitchen area.
- DVD
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Gas range with grill, coffee maker, espresso machine, coffee grinder and toaster included in this well stocked kitchen.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : On the back deck is a large built in seating, soaking tub with jets, and nearby a private outdoor shower.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Fitch Mountain is within walking distance
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- This wine country home offers the true outdoor retreat with plenty of comfortable seating, surrounded by an exquisitely maintained flower/herb gardens and extensive decking. The outside comes in with nine (9) skylights throughout, which provides a warm and light interior. You will also find fireplaces in both the livingroom (wood burning) and large master bedroom (gas). Two bathrooms have the floor radiant heat for those cool, crisp mornings.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- So many wineries so little time, or stay nearby visiting our local tasting rooms around the plaza. Head for the nearby Russian River for canoeing, kayaking, swimming. Or borrow our picnic set and walk to nearby Giorgi Park to eat and take in a game. Four bikes (included) are available to explore around town. Farmer's Market June through November.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
LOW SEASON 1/1/12-4/30/12
Minimum 4nts, up to 4 guests $450/nt, up to 6 $550/nt, wk $2250-2600
30 Day Rental $6500
HIGH SEASON 5/1/12-5/31/12 Min.4nts, up to 4 guests $495/nt, up to 6 $595/nt
Week Rate $2600-$3000
6/1/12-9/30/12 SEVEN NT. MIN. 4 Adults-$2600,5+ Adults-$3000
30 Day Rental $7500 SECURITY DEP. $1000 ($200 nonrefundable), 9% Occupancy Tax
Our home is not available for hosting events. No smoking on property.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Sunset Magazine Meets Healdsburg - Foodies & Wine Lovers
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Healdsburg
Perfect get-a-way. Easy access to town & the plaza, as well as to the wineries.
Owner's Map of Healdsburg
Canadians who love food and wine, we found ourselves returning several times a year to Sonoma Valley and began to think about having a vacation home here, that we will be able to use more often when we eventually get to retire. We found the most amazing realtor, and fell in love with the first house he showed us! We looked at a few more, just to be sensible, but we returned to the house the same day and made an offer! It is a truly amazing place that is perfect for us! We are pleased to be able to share it with you. We have filled the house with things that we love, we think you also will love the house, and Healdsburg, and Sonoma Valley as much as we do. We live in Vancouver, it is only a 2-hour flight to San Francisco, and depending on traffic, less than a 2 hour drive to the house - Highway 101 takes you right to Healdsburg! Santa Rosa is 20 minutes away, there are direct flights from places like Seattle on Horizon Air, and for those of you with a plane of your own, the tiny Healdsburg airport is right around the corner! Healdsburg is like heaven on earth, apparently it gets its rain between November and May, but is virtually rain-free from May to November, and for those of us used to Vancouver-style rain, even that seems pretty mild - besides which it doesn't rain inside the wine-tasting rooms! We have umbrellas at the house, but we haven't had to use them yet!
Property Photos
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- Al fresco dining, steps away from gourmet kitchen - Mountain View Healdsburg House in Wine Country, with WiFi and Garden
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- Large gourmet kitchen, two sinks, plenty of lighting and counter space - Mountain View Healdsburg House in Wine Country, with WiFi and Garden
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- Kitchen includes high end appliances, well laid out floorplan with every amenity - Mountain View Healdsburg House in Wine Country, with WiFi and Garden
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- Pendant lighting and bar seating with room for several chefs in the kitchen
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- Dine nestled in between the kitchen & livingrm areas with a few steps to patio
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- Comfortable and spacious livingroom includes built in t.v. and wood fireplace
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- Escape to the den for quiet time, reading or working at the built in desk
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- Master bedroom with queen bed, skylights, sitting area and lg. walk in closet
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- Mstr also includes fireplace, french doors opening to back garden, deck & spa
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- Mstr bathrm with lg. sink, shower head, bath tub and radiant floor heat
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- Bedroom 2 with king bed, plenty of built in cabinets and own bathroom
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- Comfortable seating off the master bedroom, nearby private shower on right
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- Overlooking herb & floral garden, enjoy the beautiful evenings in Healdsburg
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- Bedroom 3 with queen bed and large bathroom across hallway
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- Outside entertaining area with built in seating, gas grill, spa & private shower
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- A slice of heaven in wine country..
Traveler Reviews (10)
Two Wine Loving Couples from Florida
Guest: quinnjohnson
(Sarasota, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
We stayed here with our best "wine loving" friends and had one of the most memorable visits to wine country we have ever had. We have visited the area many times, but this home made this visit so extra special.. Barbara goes above and beyond to make sure your visit is everything you want it to be and more. The accomodations were perfect for us. We each has our own suite including high end bed linens, down pillows, plush bath towels and robes. The kitchen is a cooks dream and our husbands proved it. They cooked us gourmet meals five nights during our 10 day stay, while we poured the wine purchases. The outdoor dining table was so much fun during the cool evenings. The fresh herbs available in the garden were perfect for our "chef" husbands. The walk in to town was great for getting some exercise while picking up the newspaper. We can not say enough good things about this place. We did not want to leave. They have stocked the place with everything you will need and more to have a wonderful wine country vacation. Thank you Barbara, so much, for a wonderful visit. We WILL BE BACK!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
Paradise in Wine Country!
Guest: Gary
(United States)
Date of Stay: 10/05/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
We are frequent VRBO renters and have experienced the good and the bad. This house is truly outstanding. The house is one mile from Healdsburg where we enjoyed great restaurants and tasting rooms. But we were also very happy just enjoying the newly remodeled and tastefully decorated house. A fully equipped and modern kitchen and great outdoor BBQ and eating space made eating in a great option. The spacious living space, both inside and outside (beautiful deck and gardens), comfortable bedrooms, beautiful bathrooms, all added up to a great experience. We would highly recommend, without reservation, this beautiful home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
This IS the Perfect 'Home Away' from Home.
Guest: Robert G.
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 10/16/11
One word: AMAZING! Upon our arrival, Barbara (the housekeeper) was ever-so pleasant. First, she extended to us a thorough tour of the house. We so surprised by not having to purchased anything, except food (of course). Everything else, though - bed and bath linens and dishes - were provided. Nice touches! Second, Barbara left us with a couple bottles of wine, fresh fruit, and beautiful flowers she picked from her garden. We knew from the first day that our week would be most enjoyable. But... As the week progressed, we discovered that EVERYTHING was within a short distance of the house without having to be in the middle of it all: wineries (and lots of them, too!), grocers, restaurants and other neat little shops. The perfect location. And we received fresh muffins from the house manager that contained a little 'Welcome to Healdsburg' message. A really warm touch. I guess I should also recommend hiring a private chef while you are there (just for one day). For two reasons: 1) The kitchen screams "dinner party" and 2) It's a nice touch to having a relaxing and enjoyable evening with family and friends. And if you decide to hire one, please ask the house manager to recommend the one we had during our stay, You will not be disappointed. Overall, I highly recommend this property to a small group of people, no more than 4-5 adults.
Recommended for:
Wine Lovers Dream
Guest: Chris S.
(Peytonapolis, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
This home exceeded our expectations. The pictures don't do it justice. Newly remodeled with all the top-notch goodies including heated floors in two of the bathrooms. Back yard and deck are spectacular. Three bedrooms and three full baths plus a half bath. Clean and well maintained. Very close to downtown Healdsburg. Tons of great wineries nearby. Would definitely rent again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
Fabulous House in Healdsburg!!!
Guest: Tammy
(Plactias, NM)
Date of Stay: 04/12/11
Review Submitted: 07/01/11
My Mother and I stayed in this house in April. We loved it! We couldn't have wished for more. The open floor plan of the house is roomy and allows each guest privacy as needed. The large spacious kitchen is a "chef's dream"! Anything and everything you could possibly want to use to cook for an "evening in" is there. And I mean EVERYTHING!! We were greeted by Barbara and given a full tour of the house. She is very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and really made us feel welcome. The house is only minutes from downtown Healdsburg's shops and restaurants and easy access to the freeway that took us on all of our wine tasting adventures. I would highly recommend this property as a great place to get away and enjoy the wine country. I hope to get back there again in the very near future!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Perfect Four Days
Guest: Mary
(Oakland CA)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
In a quiet part of lovely Healdsburg, this seemingly unassuming ranch-style residence is a hidden treasure. With a classy, completely remodeled interior and a beautiful garden, this 3 BR 3 bath home (perfect for 3 couples who all want their privacy) is tastefully decorated and wonderfully equipped with state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, a roomy living area, and a gorgeous rear deck and backyard. During our early June visit, we enjoyed indoor-outdoor living for all of our breakfasts and our at-home dinners, and our hosts thoughtfully provided picnic equipment for our lunch rambles through Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and the Russian River Valley. A fourth "bedroom/den" provides internet access, lots of vacation novels, jigsaw puzzles, etc. Our wonderful greeter/housekeeper Barbara made sure that everything was spotless - and I do mean spotless - for our arrival. She provided an introduction to the many features of this home and brochures for a host of area activities, and was available for any questions. Jamie delivered wonderful baked goods for our first breakfast and made sure that all was well. A leisurely 15-minute walk through charming and historic neighborhoods landed us in Healdsburg Square each morning, and the myriad wineries in the area are as close as ten minutes away by car. If you're looking for a bit of exercise, there are four bicycles in the garage, which otherwise operates as an extension of the amazingly well-equipped kitchen. We loved our stay and would return in a heartbeat. Book early, because this charming abode will fill up fast at its current rates.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Everything we expected, plus more....
Guest: Gregg
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 12/20/10
Review Submitted: 01/10/11
With adult children on each coast, we decided on a Christmas vacation in Wine Country rather than our home in MN. Granted we gave up a white Christmas for what ended up being a rainy one, but luckily we found the perfect house in the perfect town. We had been to Sonoma and Napa several years ago, but this was our first trip to Healdsburg. What a fantastic town. Laid back and friendly, it was a great setting for us. And while we had high hopes for the rental property, we all agreed it had exceeded our expectations. This was our first home rental experience, and the bar has now been set. No question it will be tough to beat. The owners seemed to have considered every detail to make the house comfortable for our family of 5. Barbara, the housekeeper, is wonderful. Great communication prior and during our stay. And she even prepared the home with a Christmas tree and other decorations. It truly was the perfect house for our family. We are hoping to return in a warmer and drier season (as the outdoor space is incredible, and we also would have liked to use the bikes), but the truth is, the weather didn't matter much when we were all together as a family in such a great place. Thank you very much for a wonderful Christmas.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Perfection in Healdsburg
Guest: Jana
(Fort Myers, Florida)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 10/27/10
This was absolutely the best home that we have ever rented and I cannot say enough good things about our experience here. My husband and I were lucky enough to stay here for the whole month of August and everything was handled perfectly from the email communication answering all of our questions to being greeted upon arrival by the housekeeper, Barbara, who made sure we not only had everything we needed in the home, but knew our way around town and the surrounding areas including an update on the month’s activities. No detail was overlooked when this 1950’s home was recently renovated inside and out with a comfortable, contemporary feel. The 3 bikes came in handy when we had our children come to visit and the place was large enough to accommodate 3 couples perfectly without getting in each others way. The kitchen is large enough for 2 or 3 gourmet cooks to each enjoy their own space while using the best equipment. We really enjoyed the large deck with gas grill and private back yard with the plum and lemon trees and the tomatoes, and herb garden. The best part after a fun day of biking or kayaking on the Russian River, shopping, or vineyard hopping was indulging in a glass of wine while soaking in the outdoor Jacuzzi tub overlooking Fitch Mountain. Healdsburg is the best little town in America! The shopping, restaurants, wineries, the Farmers Market and the Tuesday evening summer concerts on the square were all within walking distance of this PERFECT retreat.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Absolute Paradise
Guest: Emily
(Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 08/19/10
Our family was fortunate enough to call this wonderful house "home" for a month this summer. After 5 long days of driving, we opened our stay with lemonade made fresh from the lemons off the backyard tree, and later enjoyed fresh tomatoes, squash and plumbs. We made the easy bike to the square almost daily, rode to several nearby wineries, and grilled on the back porch several times a week. The house and yard are simply beautiful. Bright, modern, simple but elegant, and in a perfect location, my husband, I, and our 2 children felt perfectly at home. And we had more than enough room for friends with young baby to stay the weekend. Barbara, the caretaker, was wonderful, providing everything we could need and more. And the espresso machine... *sigh* Our children attended and loved a summer camp at a nearby community center through Healdsburg Parks and Recreation, we used a local gym and the pool just around the corner, instantly loved Big John's Market, watched most of the World Cup at Healdsburg Bar an Grill (where you MUST have a burger, the garlic fries, and a Damnation Ale), and tasted more fantastic wine that I can possible recall. Our two minor complaints: the skylights in the Master bedroom, while giving lovely light during the day, also gave lovely light starting at about 5:45am. Though keep in mind this was July. And the internet was fast, but often had trouble with the initial connection to a new site. For a shorter stay, I doubt we would have noticed, but as we were "working from home," it was occasionally difficult. I cannot recommend this home highly enough. The town is lovely, Sonoma County is essentially heaven with really good wine and food, and nearby Santa Rosa has three Trader Joes! Every aspect of our stay was better than we'd hoped.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Surprise Oasis in Healdsburg
Guest: dream drop lady
(Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/17/10
Review Submitted: 05/10/10
We found the PERFECT home through the VRBO website. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, Villa Morfio was the oasis we were looking for!! 3 bedrooms plus a den and 3 and 1/2 baths were more than enough for 3 couples. The master suite was very romantic. The gourmet kitchen was a pleasure to prepare a meal in. The outdoor patio deck with large gas grill was a big PLUS in our book. Then we even used the outdoor soaking tub and shower for the total package of outdoor bathing! Restaurants in downtown Healdsburg cover every food liking. Cyrus and Dry Creek Kitchen are the 2 top and MUST be on the list. Prohibition wine bar was our afternoon favorite especially the manager, Harvest, a local woman with a wine to please anyone. The local grocery store only a few blocks away, Big John's was a pleasure to shop in. The meat counter had the freshest meats. The wineries were close and SO many to choose from. We even golfed at the local golf course. Overall a wonderful visit for the 6 of us. We would definately return to Healdsburg with the hope of renting this beautiful property again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
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