Reviews for Sebastopol Vacation Rental - VRBO 410306 - 0 BR Sonoma County Cottage in CA, 'Little Bird Cottage', Perfectly Located.

Little Bird was perfect!

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Little Bird was perfect!

Guest Lowell and Jeanne
Date of stay 04/05/13
Review Submitted 04/22/13

Thank you for all your hospitality and the nice touches like the great wine, yummy strawberry chocolate sauce, and lemons from your garden. Where they Meyer? Little Bird was the perfect size and place to relax and soak up the sounds and smells of the beautiful countryside. Our only complaint is that we wished we could have stayed another month or so! Your weather was awesome and all the sights were amazing (Armstrong Woods, Point Reyes, rolling green hills, etc., etc.). We really love where you call home. Of all the places we visit in the country, I don't think we ever had as good of time as we do in your neck of the woods, and Little Bird Cottage helped make our experience this time the best of our visits. You can be sure we'll be sharing our experiences with our friends and highly recommending your place. Thank you (and Ken) for sharing Little Bird!

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Perfect little cottage

Guest Anita C.
Date of stay 01/18/13
Review Submitted 01/23/13

Ken and Kathy are wonderful hosts, and the way they've set up this great vacation space reflects their genuine hospitality. Not only is Little Bird Cottage beautifully decorated (just like the photos) but it's thoughtfully set up in just the way you'd want to welcome guests to your own home. We cooked a few meals there over a long weekend, and we found absolutely everything we needed, including a few Ziplog bags and Tupperware for storing leftovers, and even a few staples in the pantry. The linens are lovely, the fireplace is mesmerizing (all the more impressive because it's gas), and the space could not be cozier. The location is great, just outside of downtown Sebastopol but along a quiet private road. We wouldn't hesitate to return, or to recommend Little Bird Cottage to friends.

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you both for choosing our cottage to celebrate your birthday weekend, and we are so appreciative of how thoughtful your review is and how nice you left the cottage. Glad it provided a cozy place for you to watch the football playoffs as well. Next time stay longer please!

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Little Bird In Big Country

Guest Heidi
Date of stay 12/26/12
Review Submitted 01/20/13

Little Bird In Big Country My wife and I are from the big city of Los Angeles. Our stay at Little Bird Cottage was the right choice for a couple of tired, haggard, overworked minions suffering from urbanitis. We wanted all the peace and tranquility of the California countryside, but didn't want to give up on any of our citified creature comforts. The cottage is a large studio size (approx. 15 X 20 ft.) space with a well-equipped kitchen, private bathroom and sitting area in addition to the comfy queen size bed w/ potbelly stove/heater. We were warm and cozy at night and awakened to abundant sunshine streaming through many windows with eye-catching views. We lacked for nothing and we were provided chocolates, wine, fruit, friendly smiles and hospitality from our hosts, Ken and Kathy. More than kind people, they sensed our need for privacy and serenity, but close enough in case we needed anything. They left us a basket of champagne and chocolate on New Year's Eve and decorated the front of the cottage with festive holiday lighting that added the perfect touch to our seasonal vacation. And the cable was great for college football access. The surrounding Sebastopol community was so scenic that we wanted to soak in as much as we could. We travelled everywhere by bike and discovered the little towns of Graton and Forestville. Kathy knew we biked, so she left us a bicycle guidebook which proved indispensable to our trekking. Graton has two great places to eat, Underwood and Wildwood Market, but the closest best place to eat is in Sebastopol at K & L Bistro. It's French, it's reasonably priced, and it's got a Michelin STAR! Sometimes we didn't want to miss football games, so we got take-out. Sequoia Burger makes the freshest burger, the fries are formidable, and Viva Mexicana is to beans as Sonoma is to grapes. After two days of biking our immediate area we were ready to branch out a bit. We took our bikes to other outlying towns. Everything around is close to Sebastopol. It's the hub of all the best places including Sonoma, Windsor, Glen Ellen, Healdsburg, Bodega Bay, Kenwood, and Santa Rosa. We loved all of them and look forward to returning in the spring.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: We are home preparing taxes, and filling out college papers, and we needed a pick me up today. Your review came just at the right time. Taking the time to write such a great review means so much to us, and it helps our future guests as well. The detail in your review was wonderful, and again thank you, please come back. Little Bird in Big Country is waiting!

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Judy's Journey

Guest Kanoot
Date of stay 11/24/12
Review Submitted 12/16/12

I am going through major changes in my life and found myself at loose ends. I could not have chosen a better place to be than "Little Bird Cottage". The cottage was beautiful - all clean and white - very calming. The trickle of the fountain outside and, the little birds at the feeder added to the feeling of "home". Kathy was delightful - made me feel like family. I can't say enough about her attention to every detail and the obvious care she gives to the cottage. I felt so very welcome (and pampered) - just what I needed. Thanks again, Kathy, for everything.

Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Judy we are so glad the cottage provided you with a sense of peace and comfort. We hope Judy's Journey continues to be fruitful and full of new and exciting outcomes. Thank you again for your wonderful review.

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Fall retreat

Guest MW
Date of stay 11/13/12
Review Submitted 11/21/12

Little Bird was a perfect place to stay while up in Petaluma for a retreat at the nearby Strozzi Institute. The cottage has everything anyone could possibly need--spare toiletries, kitchen, cosy fireplace, and more. The light is lovely and the cottage is incredibly clean. It felt very homey right away. I'm gluten-free and Kathy even went to the trouble of making me some gluten-free brownies--she told me everyone gets a treat at Little Bird! I'd definitely stay here again and recommend it highly.

Recommended for: Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you so much Maggie for the nice review. It just seemed you got here and then you were gone. Way too quick, and next time, try and plan some fun and exploring time for yourself. We appreciate it very much when our guests are so pleased and share it with others. You even had some rain to deal with, but we hope the fireplace kept you warm and cozy. Please come again.

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Great Little Cottage!

Guest Maddie
Date of stay 11/10/12
Review Submitted 11/13/12

My boyfriend and I stayed here to celebrate our 4 year anniversary and we are so glad we chose to stay at the Little Bird! The location was very close to all the wineries where we had a great time going wine tasting then bringing back a bottle (or two!) to enjoy in this romantic little home away from home. Kathy really thought of every detail to make this the coziest cottage, it felt like it was designed especially for us! The bedding and towels are fluffy and soft, the little fireplace in the corner keeps you toasty warm at night, the kitchen is perfectly sized for making breakfast in the morning, and the cupcakes and wine and "happy anniversary" sign that were waiting for us when we arrived made us feel extra special! We will definitely be returning!

Recommended for: Romantic getaway

Owner response: We loved having you both stay at Little Bird. We are so glad you had a short, but memorable weekend together. We appreciate your review so much, and it is our pleasure to provide you with such a comfortable feeling about the cottage. Please come back; but for a bit longer for sure! Thank you again for the review.

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30 Years of Wedded Bliss!

Guest Linda and Rob
Date of stay 11/03/12
Review Submitted 12/02/12

My husband and I decided to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary in Sonoma County and began our search for a special place to stay. After narrowing our search, we contacted several properties regarding their location and amenities. I knew I found the perfect place after I read the description and details about Little Bird Cottage. Kathy greeted us when we arrived at the Little Bird Cottage and showed us around. A welcome tray included a great bottle of wine and brochures featuring local activities. She surprised us with two delicious gourmet cupcakes decorated with a grape motif. Kathy stopped by mid-week and dropped off the sweetest raspberries and tomatoes harvested from her own garden. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to your beautiful town of Sebastopol. We were close to one of our favorite wineries (Dutton-Goldfield) and well situated to visit the towns of Sonoma, Healdsburg and Calistoga. We also explored the beautiful coastlines of Pt. Reyes, Bodega Bay and Jenner north to Ft. Ross. We saw miles and miles of pristine and nearly isolated coastline. Highlights of our trip included a visit to Wild Flour Bakery (the scones are out of this world!), a tour of Bodega Artisan Cheese (an artisan cheesemaker featured on the Sonoma Marine Cheese Trail), wine tastings at Joseph Phelps Freestone Vineyards, St. Clement Vineyards and Sbragia Family Wine (each of these tasting rooms offered a personalized experience not soon to be forgotten), lunch at Spud Point Crab Company (order the crab sandwich and clam chowder to go and drive up to Bodega Head for a picnic with spectacular views!), dinner at the Himalayan Tandoori & Curry Restaurant (located 5 minutes from the cottage and perfect after a long day of traveling) and a shared appetizer at Barndiva in Healdsburg (where most of the ingredients for the food are grown or raised close by). Well thought out amenities were included with the cottage which helped to make our stay even more enjoyable. The compact but well-appointed kitchen allowed us to cook several times during our stay. We enjoyed a delicious Coffee and Pepper Crusted New York Strip Steak which was cooked perfectly on the newly purchased gas grill Kathy provided. The Adirondack chairs were positioned to enjoy the view of the night sky which was lit up with too many stars to count. Thanks, again, Kathy and Ken, for sharing Little Bird Cottage with us and for your incomparable hospitality. It was a wonderful week that went by too quickly.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Your extensive and complimentary review makes us fee all of our hard work is so worth it. You not only helped us with such great feedback, you help so many of our future guests with all the tid-bits and recommendations from your stay here in Sonoma County. Thank you so very much for taking the time and extra effort, we appreciate your time and thoughtfulness.

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Cottage Review

Guest BreckSunshine
Date of stay 10/17/12
Review Submitted 10/29/12

My recent stay at The Little Bird Cottage was fabulous! As soon as I entered, I knew I had made a great choice in lodging. I was in town for a conference and only wish I would have had more time to enjoy the beautiful accommodations that Kathy provides. The unit offers all the amenities that one needs when traveling. I loved the homemade cookies, complimentary wine and tips on restaurants and local things to do while visiting the are, too. The unit is very private and yet, it was nice to know that Kathy was available, if I needed anything. I highly suggest this adorable cottage for anyone visiting the area. You won't be disappointed! Thanks again, Kathy for your kindness and hospitality. I hope to return someday.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you Soni, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Bird. We appreciate how spotless you left it and it means so much to us to receive such a nice review. We are constantly striving to provide a comfortable, clean and peaceful place for our guests. Next time, save some time for more play and not so much work. Please come again.

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Perfect for a couple! Very comfortable and clean

Guest Dana
Date of stay 09/27/12
Review Submitted 10/15/12

The studio cottage is small, but extremelely comfortable and clean. The owners did a great job creating a lovely, cozy cottage with many thoughtful details. Bed was comfortable! Towels and linens were high-quality and the wood floors were beautiful. The location was convenient to a lot of great wine tasting in the area as well. Kathy also prepared a recommended running route for me for my morning jogs which was extremely thoughtful. We also really appreciated how private it felt and loved sitting out under the apple trees in the evening. We will be back!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you for your review. We strive to provide our guests with a good experience, hospitality, and a comfortable place for their get-away. We are thrilled you enjoyed the cottage, and it met your expectations. Please come again, and again thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review.

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Colorado Family

Guest Jessie
Date of stay 09/20/12
Review Submitted 10/02/12

We cannot say enough good things about the LIttle Bird Cottage! It is a beautiful, new, clean, beautifully decorated cottage. It is located next to the owners home but it you feel very private as there is a privacy fence and a nice little water feature. We brought our two young boys and they had fun picking apples while my husband and I lounged in the shade, it was just such a quiet relaxing spot. When we arrived we were welcomed by Kathy with a bottle of wine and 4 of the most amazing cupcakes I have ever eaten. The cottage is stocked with EVERYTHING you could ever need (food to get you started, half and half for your coffee, ironing board/iron, fan etc etc). The cottage is so bright and decorated so well. This cottage worked so well for our little family of 4, there was an inflatable twin size mattress and my 4 year old crashed on the area rug with lots of extra blankets. They even had really nice black out blinds so that we could sleep in a bit. One night our toddler got a hold of the remote and pushed some buttons so that we couldn't figure out how to turn the TV back on, Ken came over at 8:30 at night and very patiently figured it out for us (all the while answering 100 toddler questions and put up with kisses on his leg from our 2 year old). Now while I have been raving about how perfect it was for our family situation I must say that this cottage would be a perfect romantic getaway! The location was perfect for us, you got the feeling of being in the country but were very close to Sebastapol and an easy drive to the coast too. We felt VERY welcome and will stay here next time we come to California. We even arrived home to a basket of freshly picked raspberries on our front porch compliments of Kathy, all the personal touches make this place so special. I can't say enough good!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you Colorado Family. We really enjoyed having you stay, and are very appreciative of the great review. Your two adorable boys were so fun, and we are glad you had a moment to relax between all the wedding stuff. Please come back, and don't forget those adorable boys.

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Little Bird Cottage - Great Place To Stay

Guest Shebi
Date of stay 09/04/12
Review Submitted 09/17/12

Perfect place to stay for one or a couple, priced perfectly, has everything you need, clean and private. I would recommend this cottage to anyone visiting wine country. It is centrally located to everything. Take an easy trip to Bodega Bay. Check out Sabastopol itself for good eats, even has a WHOLE EARTH MARKET. Owners are great, will never bother you except to make sure you are happy and have what you need.

Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you so much Shelagh. It was great to receive your review. It is so helpful to hear from our guests about what they liked about their stay and the cottage. We appreciate you taking the time, and please stay longer next time; you got a lot in, but it seemed you needed more time and wanted to have just a few more days. p.s. thank you for leaving the cottage so neat and clean.

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Perfect place to stay while in wine country

Guest Amanda M.
Date of stay 08/22/12
Review Submitted 08/28/12

We came out for a wedding, and needed a place to stay near Santa Rosa where we could cook for a post wedding brunch. We saved money staying here instead of the Hilton, and we certainly saved money by not catering the brunch. So hopefully, you will not be cooking for 50+ people in this kitchen, but if you need to, it's do-able. Kathy was very accommodating with our needs, and was willing to lend us anything we needed. When we actually had time to relax, the cottage was perfect. I was pleasantly surprised by our choice to stay in Sebastopol. I loved sitting in the adirondack chairs under the fruit trees while listening to the little fountain in the pond. It's the absolute perfect place to enjoy a bottle of wine that you may have picked up at one of the nearby vineyards. That was a pleasant surprise - only a few minutes to more wineries than you can handle in a day. The cottage is also only a 30 minute drive to the beautiful coast! And nearby downtown Sebastopol had lots of cute shops, restaurants and everything you need. There is plenty to keep you busy within a short drive.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: We are glad we were able to help you with such a big undertaking, and it always helps for us to hear how much our guests appreciate anything extra we do for them. Even though your days were full, you both managed to leave the studio clean, and thanks for the extra effort; we always appreciate that. Please come again.

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Great place!

Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 07/27/12
Review Submitted 08/11/12

We stayed here for ten days. We travel and rent every year and this is the best place we have stayed at in many years. Ken built and Kathy decorated this little cottage. They are both super nice people. The cottage is very clean and the kitchen is great for breakfast and lunch. The area is quiet and is only five minutes from the town of Sebastopol. It's a great place to explore the bay area from. Little bird cottage is comfortable and peaceful and we highly recommend this rental.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thanks Tom for the great review, and thanks for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. Your strawberries were delicious and thank you both for the wine treat! Wow, such a nice thought, and we welcome you back any time. Please come again.

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Fabulous!

Guest Polly and Pete
Date of stay 07/11/12
Review Submitted 07/30/12

We have run out of positive adjectives to describe our wonderful stay at Little Bird Cottage. We travel alot both in and out of this country and this is one of, if not the most, comfortable, attractive places we have ever stayed. It is exactly as the pictures portray and more. No detail was overlooked in providing for our comfort. We stayed 13 days at the cottage. Every few days we found fresh berries, fresh flowers or cookies left on our porch. Kathy and Ken are nearby but there was total privacy. We never saw them unless we sought them out. It is a very quiet, private neighborhood. Only 6 turkeys visited us every morning and a friendly cat came to sun herself on the warm woodchips in the front yard. While in Sebastopol we visited the wineries, the redwoods, biked, hiked, shopped and went to the beach - all within a short, beautiful drive. The cottage is clean, comfortable, well appointed in the extreme. We simply can not praise it enough and would absolutely stay there again - and hope to soon!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: You guys were great to have, and we are thrilled you enjoyed Little Bird Cottage so much. We love to hear how comfortable you were and that you felt you had a great visit with family, and got to experience beautiful West county, here in Sebastopol. Please come back, we would love to have you again.

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Sebastopol Secret! Shhh!

Guest Lainie
Date of stay 07/06/12
Review Submitted 07/26/12

Katy really knows how to Welcome someone to her cottage!! We found the most decadent little treats waiting for us as well an unexpected gift for our toddler upon arrival, (psst, she is still playing with those bubbles!) There were a few other special treats which we won't mention so we don't spoil it for others in the future! Altogether there were 3 adults and a toddler. She has an extra bed to set up and its comfy cozy for a third person. We enjoyed our stay in this charming get-away home. It is wonderfully designed and maintained for casual living with comfortable furnishing and conveniences. We did not feel that we were in a "rental property". The kitchen is stocked with fresh fruit, light breakfast items and juices and water in the refrigerator. All the amenities to make a nice meal from the bounty collected from the neighboring farms and the market are available in the kitchen. The cottage sits adjacent to the owners home, yet its situated in a way that still gives a feeling of peace and seclusion in a rural setting. We enjoyed the farms and the wineries in the area, sightseeing along the Russian river and playing on the riverbank in Guerneville. We would recommend this cottage to friends and family and will definitely stay there again when in the area. So go ahead don't keep it a secret, tell your friends!! Thank you again for an enjoyable stay! See you again sometime.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: What a gracious and kind review Lalaine. We are so glad the cottage met all of your needs, and you enjoyed the area so much. It was a joy to have you as guests, and thank you for leaving the cottage so neat and tidy. Please come back, we would love to see you again, and say hi to Lola for us. Kathy and Ken

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Fantastic!

Guest Matthew T.
Date of stay 06/01/12
Review Submitted 07/11/12

My wife and I stayed here for nearly a month. We loved it! It was comfortable and clean. There were nice touches: for example, when we arrived late at night after a long flight, we found wine and fresh baked cupcakes waiting for us. 5 mins from downtown Sebastopol but on a very secluded street. You hear the birds at night and in the morning. Very tranquil. A great jumping off point for wine tasting. Exactly what we wanted. Definitely recommended!

Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: We appreciated having you both, and are thrilled your stay was what you expected, and that Little Bird Cottage provided you both with tranquility, and that you were able to enjoy some of the outstanding wineries. Please come again.

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Linda and Mike

Guest Linda
Date of stay 05/05/12
Review Submitted 06/27/12

This cottage is so cute! Very clean and comfortable. It was the perfect little getaway located close to the ocean and wineries. We would definitely stay there again!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you for your kind review. We would love to have you both back, but try and stay a little longer if you can. Have a wonderful summer.

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Exactly What We Needed and Much More Than we Excpected!

Guest SoCo Travler
Date of stay 04/07/12
Review Submitted 04/18/12

My Husband and I were in Sebastapol for a family event and needed a lodging for the weekend. We decided to avoid the hotels and motels this time and look for something with a bit more privacy and character.. Well we found it here, and were glad we did! The Little Bird Cottage was more than we had hoped for, and was exactly what we needed. The Cottage is nestled in the outskirts of Sebastapol and shares very nice piece of property that is secluded from heavy traffic, and other city noise. Which was nice cause we needed some peace and quiet badly The inside of the cottage was very warm and cozy, and the decor was very tastefully done. What I really enjoyed was the attention to detail that the owner put into every part of the cottage, coffee maker, nice cozy bedding, comfortable chairs, and recliners, we felt as if the cottage was our very own private cottage and had the natural feeling of being at our very own home way from home. The owners were very discrete and made sure that we felt at ease the whole time during our stay. Even though this cottage is on the outskirts of Sebastapol is was still on 5 min to downtown, where we were able to enjoy all the local shops, and some great food! We are definitely re-booking Little Bird Cottage on all our visits to Sonoma County.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you for your review. We appreciate your taking the time to share your visit with us. We can't tell you how happy we are to hear your stay was so comfortable. Please come back, and let us know if we can ever help you in the furture.

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Traveler Reviews (18)

Little Bird was perfect!

Little Bird was perfect!

Perfect little cottage

Perfect little cottage

Little Bird In Big Country

Little Bird In Big Country

Judy's Journey

Judy's Journey

Fall retreat

Fall retreat

Great Little Cottage!

Great Little Cottage!

30 Years of Wedded Bliss!

30 Years of Wedded Bliss!

Cottage Review

Cottage Review

Perfect for a couple! Very comfortable and clean

Perfect for a couple! Very comfortable and clean

Colorado Family

Colorado Family

Little Bird Cottage - Great Place To Stay

Little Bird Cottage - Great Place To Stay

Perfect place to stay while in wine country

Perfect place to stay while in wine country

Great place!

Great place!

Fabulous!

Fabulous!

Sebastopol Secret! Shhh!

Sebastopol Secret! Shhh!

Fantastic!

Fantastic!

Linda and Mike

Linda and Mike

Exactly What We Needed and Much More Than we Excpected!

Exactly What We Needed and Much More Than we Excpected!