Location: Guerneville, Russian River, Sonoma County, Wine Country, California, USA
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST. THE HILLSIDE COTTAGE IS CURRENTLY RENTED THROUGH FEBRUARY 2010.
THIS PROPERTY IS ON A STEEP REDWOOD COVERED HILLSIDE AND IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR PERSONS WITH HEALTH CONCERNS OR UNCOMFORTABLE WITH STAIRS.
Alec,
What a treat to arrive at the Hillside Cottage on a cold and rainy Friday night to find the lights on, classical music playing, a bottle of chilled champagne and the perfect fire in the wood-burning stove!! The Cottage has proved to be the perfect warm and cozy weekend retreat - how we wish we could stay longer! You are the perfect "inn-keeper"!
Martha & Tim
San Francisco
Outside: Charming, Rustic, Private - Inside: Cozy, Elegant, Romantic.
Relax and enjoy the Russian River for $119 a night ($129 a night June through September) for two persons.* Romance and relaxation are in the air. A hot fire burning in the wood stove, a bottle of local wine and the sound of rain on the roof create the perfect inexpensive escape. *Add $15 per person per night for the third and fourth persons. FOUR PERSONS MAXIMUM.
Enjoy a holiday that truly is over the river and through the woods! The Hillside Cottage, located approximately a mile from downtown Guerneville, features a large sunny wrap-around deck on two sides, an additional private bedroom deck, towering redwood trees and a beautiful hillside perennial garden. The fully stocked modern kitchen, with complimentary coffee, staples and condiments, has everything necessary to prepare that special romantic or holiday meal.
The cathedral ceilings, skylights, large picture windows and a sliding glass doors enhance the feeling of spaciousness throughout the home and provide a welcome breeze in summer and lots of light in winter.
The livingroom is designed for comfort and enjoyment. The large comfortable sofa, wood burning stove, video collection (VHS & DVD) and popcorn maker make a fun night at the movies without leaving the house. Wireless internet access is available for your laptop and the house computer. For those who prefer more interactive activities, playing cards, dominos and wide variety of board games are available for you to enjoy.
The bedroom has a new queen bed and a built-in entertainment center with a television (cable), stereo, and an eclectic library. Floor to ceiling mirrored closet doors opposite the bed enhance the natural lighting during the day and create a romantic ambience in the evening. This north facing room is the perfect place to sleep on a lazy morning or to enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee, tea or hot chocolate on the enclosed, redwood surrounded, private bedroom deck. The bathroom has an electric wall heater, heat lamp, full-size vanity, large mirrored medicine cabinet and vanity lighting. The tub/shower has a detachable shower massage.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Stove: Wood is not provided. Several Guerneville business offer small amounts of wood for very reasonable rates. For your convenience the owner is happy to purchase and deliver wood to the Cottage. He will also have the wood stove "match ready" for you at your request. The purchase receipt is provided by the owner for cash or check reimbursement. For your convenience you may also request it be deducted from your security deposit refund.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Video/DVD Library, Classical Music Library, Electric Frying Pan, Coffee Maker, Bean Grinder, Espresso/Cappuccino Machine, Toaster, Electric Wok, Slow-Cooker/Crok pot, Electric Blender, Electric Mixer, Cooking Utensils, non-stick Pots & Pans, Linens and Towells provided, Smoking outside only please
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June-September: $129/night $750/wk, October-May: $119/night $600/wk
Double Occupancy. Add $15 each per night for the third and fourth persons.
Full Payment due with reservation for bookings within 30 days.
No refunds within 30 days of reservation unless property is successfully rented.
We accept cash, checks,money orders and major credit cards via Pay Pal.
We welcome well-behaved dogs($25.00 pet fee). Dogs must be kept in the large
fenced yard or on a leash when outside. Guests are expected to pick up after pets.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- The Hillside Cottage, Guerneville, CA - Russian River Vacation Rental
- Living room, warm, comfortable and decorated for the holidays. - Russian River Vacation Rental
- Northern exposure and a private deck for lounging guarantee rest and tranquility - Russian River Vacation Rental
- Dining Area features large picture windows with views of the forest and hillside
- The kitchen features lots of counter space and lots of extras the Cook will love
- Outside the kitchen is the BBQ, dining and lounging on the southern sunny deck
- Giant redwoods grace the northern hillside.
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Kris & Doug , San Leandro, CA
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Hi Alec, This trip was planned my son, so I left without knowing where we were going. Our time here was too short but it was a wonderful opportunity to relax. From the moment I stepped into the Cottage,the warmth, soft music, chilled champagne and the clean linens... it all made me feel so welcome and at home. Alec, you've an excellant host! P.S. I love all the Asian themed artwork in and around the house. (Translated from Korean by Matthew)
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Dear Alec, It makes me sad to think this is the end of a lovely Thanksgiving tradition. The idea of leaving Northern California for New York City fills me with both sadness and excitement. Well, we are comforted knowing we will take the pleasant memories of the Hillside Cottage with us. Thank you for your thoughtfulnes and hospitality. This is a special place and you are a wonderful host. If our potential move to the East Coast doesn't happen we'll be back. If it does, we'll keep dreaming of the day we can return. All our best,
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Dear Alec, Thank you for allowing us to stay in your cottage. This place clean, comfortable and very quiet! It is a perfect location for hiking at Salt Point, Fort Ross and Armstrong Woods. Our busy lives came to a much needed rest. Thank you again. We will be back. P.S. California continues to amaze me! It is so beautiful!
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Once upon a time a country girl from Oregon a Mexican boy from South Central Los Angeles, and a (formerly) abandoned cat from a snotty beach town found themselves at the perfect vacation cottage!
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Alec, Thank you for your hospitality! It's really a lovely place and a wonderful setting. Even though we were here just a couple of days it was wonderful! Thanks again. P.S. It was really great to have a kitchen and laundry area - this is towards the end of our total trip in CA and it was great to have these amenities.
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Thank you for the wonderful stay. You are an excellant host and we really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you for everything!
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Alec, I enjoyed staying in this lovely cottage nestled in the redwoods! Thank you for making it so comfortable and cozy. The "sunflower" in the livingroom was a big hit! We went for dinner at the Village Inn - what delicious food! This morning we plan to have a nice walk at Armstrong Woods. Thanks again for a most enjoyable "get-away" and for making our stay most enjoyable with the coziness jof your place. I'll be back.
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Alec, What a perfect cottage and you are the perfect host! Thanks so much for the chilled champagne. We thoroughly enjoyed it plus our tour of Korbel Champagne Cellars. Your cottage is so quiet and the bed was very comfortable. We also appreciate the cleanliness of everythihg here We will definitely stay with you again when we are back in this lovely area of California. Thanks again for everything.
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Alec, We had a fabulous weekend. We love the Buddha statues outside. :) Thank you for letting us stay at your cozy cottage.