Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest

Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest

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View from the deck
Great Room French Doors to Deck
Great room
Kitchen Island and Great Room
Master Bathroom: double vanity and oversized jetted, heated tub

Overview of Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cobb, CA
  • Popular LocationCobb Mountain6 min drive
  • Popular LocationTwin Pine Casino19 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiver Rock Casino71 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest

Visiting Starview Lodge makes you feel a world away from the bustle of the city, despite being only 2 hours from San Francisco. Situated on Cobb Mountain – the tallest of the Mayacamas range above Calistoga - you will be treated to the scent of a dense forest, spectacular mountain views, and the best stargazing!

The lodge has three well-appointed bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a great room for entertaining. The master bedroom has a California King memory foam bed, while the second bedroom has a Queen memory foam bed and its own en-suite bathroom. The third bedroom has two bunk beds for a total of 4 twin beds, all with memory foam mattresses. All bedrooms are outfitted with premium linens and comforters.

The open great room combines kitchen, dining room and living room, all view spectacular views of the surrounding forest and Cobb Mountain. The lodge backs up to Boggs State Forest, and sits in a small clearing in the trees. There is a clear view of the night sky - it's a wonderful place to watch a meteor shower!

In the winter months, curl up by the wood-burning fireplace and sprawl on the couch to read a great book. You might also consider watching your favorite Netflix movie on the 50” HDTV.

In the summer, take advantage of the expansive deck with large gas grill, adirondack chairs, gas fire pit and outdoor dining table. Read a book while listening to the birds and deer rummage for food, or invite some friends and have an outdoor feast.

Once you have settled into the relaxed mountain atmosphere, you can leave the car behind and walk to many of the great things Cobb has to offer, including:
• Boggs State Forest – hiking, mountain biking (1/4 mile, 5 minutes)
• Mountain Meadow Golf Course (5 minutes)
• Hardester’s Grocery (10 minutes)
• Monterrey Mexican Grill (5 minutes)
• Mountain High Coffee (10 minutes)
• Cobb Mountain Pizza (10 Minutes)

You can also take a scenic drive through the mountains and discover other great nearby destinations, including:
• Pine Grove Family Resort – 2 swimming pools and a café (3 minutes)
• Boggs Lake Preserve - an ancient volcanic “lake” with guided nature walk (15 minutes)
• Loch Lomond Market & Deli – Food, drinks (10 minutes)
• Mother Loving In the Oven Bakery (10 Minutes)
• Harbin Hot Springs (10 minutes)

Your pet(s) are always welcome at Starview Lodge. There is a fully fenced deck and separate dog run in the side yard for your best friends to enjoy, and a state forest with thousands of acres to play is right outside the back door!

The cabin is equipped with cable TV, high-speed Internet with WiFi, HDTV, and central heat and central air conditioning. If you must work while you are there, rest assured the internet is high speed (100mbps+) and there is a small desk, chair and monitor for you to use.

Where is Cobb Mountain? It is less than an hour from Sonoma, Mendocino and Napa counties. It is two hours from Sacramento / central valley, and two hours from the San Francisco Bay Area. The town of Cobb is above 2600’ and receives several periods of light snow during the winter! And because it is inland and sheltered from the coastal fog, it reaches wonderful but comfortable 80s/90s temperatures in the summer. It’s a perfect escape any time of the year.

Sometimes the name "lodge" confuses people! This is in fact a standalone single family home. We just call it a "lodge" because it's a rustic but comfortable home in the mountains.

NOTE on home layout: This is a two story home and is not wheelchair friendly. From the top of the driveway there are 12 exterior stairs up to the main level and entry. The main level has the kitchen, dining and living rooms, primary California king bedroom and full bath. Downstairs are two bedrooms and one bath. Interior access between floors is via a metal spiral staircase. There are two downstairs exterior doors that open to the driveway (two steps down).

Property manager

David Wallerich
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have lots of child safety gear and furnishings.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at the lodge

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no exceptions!
3 night minimum stay required on US holiday weekends.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Cobb

Located in Cobb, this lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hoberg Forest Lake Golf Course and Adams Springs Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Anderson Marsh State Historic Park and Cobb Mountain. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Cobb, CA

What's nearby

  • Cobb Mountain - 6 min drive
  • Twin Pine Casino - 19 min drive
  • Calistoga Hot Springs - 40 min drive
  • River Rock Casino - 71 min drive
  • Francis Ford Coppola Winery - 71 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mountain High Coffee & Books - 20 min walk
  • Loch Lomond Road House - 7 min drive
  • Rob Roy Golf Club - 7 min walk
  • Brick Oven Pizza - 20 min walk
  • Moore Family Winery - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Starview Lodge: Quiet Mountain Home Bordering State Forest located?

This family-friendly Cobb lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hoberg Forest Lake Golf Course and Cobb Mountain. Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest and Adams Springs Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wine tasting
Overall quite nice. A little further from wine tasting when we realized.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for Get-Away
Our family, six adults, stayed for two nights, it was a very good experience. The house conveniently sits on a quiet street, just a few minutes from grocery store, restaurants. You can reach the hiking trails from the back yard, very nice. The place is very clean, owner was very responsive, always available when needed. We really enjoyed out staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Situated right next to a forest area, had lots of deer and even a wild turkey right outside our window. Beautiful fall foliage and crisp clean air. The only thing to be mindful of is a steep driveway for parking. Near Clear Lake and state park and fun winding country roads.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet & relaxing
Our group had a great stay at this mountain home. The beds were very comfortable, the deck was large and had a great view and the tasteful living room was ample to sit around and visit. On top of it all, the price was reasonable, something increasingly rare these days. I hope to be back again, for the great bed and the tranquility.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing
very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Wallerich

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We are California natives who love the outdoors.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I have owned this property for 7 years. We fell in love with the rural location, small town charm, beautiful forested views, and abundant outdoor activities. The Lodge is shielded from nearby neighbors with vacant lots on each side, and behind the house is state forest land.

Languages:

English

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