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Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region

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Dining room with view to back deck and kitchen on right
Second bedroom
Master bedroom and adjoining bathroom
Kitchen with adjacent laundry room and view of yard
Living room with slider to shady deck

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Sebastopol, CA
  • Wild Flour Organic Gardens
    9 min drive
  • Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary
    9 min drive
  • Marimar Estate Vineyard
    10 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region

(FYI the monthly rate calculated by this website may not be accurate. Please inquire)

Set well back from the road on 4.5 acres...birds, hawks, owls, turkeys, deer, dragonflies, trees, lawns, flowers, grape arbor, wisteria, and, seasonally, apples, blackberries, and persimmons. The level walk-out from the living room to the patio and garden provides comfortable,private in and outdoor living during spring, summer and fall. The winters are cozy too with the wood burning fireplace and a sofa bed in the living room. We recently added a zoned mini-split heating/AC system to improve comfort summer and winter.

Our place is not luxury but very comfortable for a relaxed vacation. It is perfect for two couples and people with children. The two bedrooms are on opposite sides of the hallway and each has a queen bed. One has a private full bath with a European style clawfoot tub and hand held shower. The other bath has a stall shower. The living room has a double sofa bed. We have a paknplay and plenty of toys for the under 8 crowd. The backyard, though unfenced, is well defined and excellent for play. There are two acres of woods on the hillside.
Our formal dining area seats six easily with immediate access to the shady backyard. The Kitchen is fully equipped and has stainless steel appliances including an induction range, dishwasher, refrigerator.
The private back yard of the house has a trellised patio, a lawn area,and steps to the upper acres. It is great for viewing birds and other wildlife. It is often chilly in the evening so bring a jacket to enjoy our deck.
Our garden has paths with pretty flowers in the spring and summer. Don't forget to check out the stone waterway at the south end of the property. In summer it feels like a different climate- a nice cool place to relax on hot days. An extra pair of flat shoes are a good idea for walking on the gravel paths. This property was named Owl Hill because the owls will call back and forth to each other from the tree tops.
Approximately 20 minutes to Bodega Bay. Less than 10 minutes to the town of Freestone, Osmosis Spa, and Wild Flour Bakery and within minutes to some of the best West Sonoma County wineries.
We try to offer a great value both in and out of season. Check out our off season and long term rates. We have had several monthly guests in the last few years. An easy house to "settle in". We are a Bay Area family, grandparents of three families each with two kids. All of us enjoy this vacation home when we can get away. Not luxury but very comfortable for a relaxed vacation.
The cottage shares a driveway with caretaker unit that is downhill and facing away from the vacation rental.

Sonoma county TOT certificate #679N

Property manager

Dawn Daro
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Pack n' play and toys for kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Some exceptions. Contact me

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No open flames (except fireplace) of any kind. Because of potential drought please conserve water.
Please follow the guidelines in the blue binder for our heating and air conditioning system.
Only human waste and TP should enter our septic system. Please dispose of all other waste into the receptacles provided.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Sebastopol

Located in Sebastopol, this vacation home is in the city center. Laguna de Santa Rosa and Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Rubicon Adventures. Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Redwood Empire Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sebastopol, CA

What's nearby

  • Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary - 9 min drive
  • Marimar Estate Vineyard - 10 min drive
  • Russian River Vineyard - 13 min drive
  • Laguna de Santa Rosa - 14 min drive
  • Iron Horse Vineyards - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 28 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fandee's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sebastopol Cookie Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Underwood Bar and Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Westside Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable Two Bedroom Two Bath shingled cottage in the West Sonoma wine region located?

Located in the heart of Sebastopol, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Marimar Estate Vineyard and within 6 mi (10 km) of Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm and Ragle Ranch Dog Park. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Main Stage West are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dirk W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and quiet
Kitchen well equipped. Good location. Very private.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage in the woods!
If you’re looking for a rustic but well appointed get away in the woods in the wine country, this spot is PERFECT!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Just amazing location and house was really wonderful. Cozy and roomy for a cottage. Comfortable beds and lovely bedding. Warm welcome and very responsive host. Just perfect for a quiet weekend. We even got to walk to a local winery for a lovely tasting. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Chad L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a nice stay
This is a charming little cottage surrounded by a simply marvelous garden on the backside of the home. The listing is slightly misleading as the property may be 4.5 acres, but most is not easily accessible and there is another home immediately next door (streetside) of the cottage that is occupied by multiple individuals. Nevertheless, it is quiet and peaceful. The house has all you should need for a comfortable stay. My wife found some parts of the home in need of a good cleaning, but it was mostly surficial dirt and no big deal to me. Wifi is terrific. Climate is just awesome for leaving the windows open all night for a nice cool sleep. Sebastopol is great little town that is readily accessible for good shopping and food. You are surrounded by wineries, so no complaints there. Good access to the rest of Sonoma as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owl Hill Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The place was clean and set up well for our stay. It was easy to communicate with owner and she was very helpful when we were making our plans. Overall, it was the perfect get away spot for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
We enjoyed our stay in this cozy, well-appointed cottage in the woods. It reminded us of staying in our family lake cabin where things were a bit rustic and very peaceful. The only downside for us in particular since were are both tall is that there was not a king-sized bed. We would go there again! B&C
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
We enjoyed this lovely property. It was clean and had everything we needed for our comfort. The location is excellent to reach Sebastopol or Occidental, many wineries and spas. This was the perfect place for our ladies getaway. We hope to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Quiet Retreat
A perfect, quiet getaway spot that transported us to a time when life was slower, more thoughtful. Surrounded by green trees and flower gardens, the older yet modernized home with its wood floors and wood molding around the doors immediately made us feel at home when we walked through the door. We were even blessed by a visit of three deer and two delightful robins as we sat quietly on the back patio. It was a perfect spot for our quiet retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noella G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful.
Beautiful and very peaceful property. Was perfect for me, my husband, our baby, and grandpa. We had family over for a lovely dinner and the kids enjoyed playing with the onsite toys. Very quiet and clean. You can hear the sounds of nature and wildlife. It was nice being close to our family, parks, groceries etc. Hopefully we can stay again next time we are in town! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We had a wonderful stay, the cottage and its grounds were spectacular and the Host was very responsive. Peaceful with just the sounds of nature. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful respite
We really enjoyed our stay here. Super quiet and private; the outdoor space is ideal for relaxing. We were challenged with some rare, weather-related issues (loss of electric due to crazy storms) and the owner was super considerate and responsive. This place is ideally located to explore both wine country and the beaches. Highly recommend.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family trip
Quiet ,secluded,we had deer sightings daily!Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
Beautiful setting, thoughtfully furnished, very attractive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DRIG L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Thanks for hosting our technician!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sebastopol vacation
Family get together
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So nice
Great spot. Very quiet calm clean
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F., Sacramento, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity in Sebastopol
We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend. The cottage is everything you could ask for and more. The property is is private and so quiet. Dawn is a wonderful host. We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M., Menlo Park

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable
The cute cottage has everything you need, is comfortable and quiet. The host communicates so you aren't left wondering what's up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natural beauty in Northern California
My sister and I had a wonderful stay. The house is very comfortable, and immaculately clean and well equipped. Our favorite part of the property was the deck which looked out at the trees and open space beyond. We were delighted with the doe and her twins who visited in the morning and evening and loved the birds which were ever present. We were in the very quiet and peaceful country and also just a short ride into the town of Sebastapol. The host was responsive to our questions and correspondence. I'd love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois P., California,USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hide Away
We saw a baby fawn, deer and many quail while enjoying the deck with our coffee. Our only regret was that we couldn't spend more time in this charming house. We were spending our days and evenings at a reunion with family. The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet weekend
Very quiet and peaceful. Pictures do not do it justice, it is so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little retreat in the woods
Our family came to stay to visit our son’s new restaurant in Sebastopol! It’s called The Redwood! You should go and stay at this VRBO!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
What a lovely rustic setting! The house was quite comfortable - I was impressed that all details for a comfortable stay were addressed, we were not at all wanting. The house was just as pictured. The kitchen had all cooking utensils and serving dishes we needed. We enjoyed all the comforts of home. The temperature was quite cool, so we made use of the wood burning fireplace. Beds were comfortable. I would certainly recommend this to anyone looking for a place to stay while visiting the Russian River valley and surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country setting near wineries and towns
This was comfortable and the owner communicated well. The binder is sooo helpful. We had a glitch with the wifi only in that our devices would not save the password so most every time we had to sign back in. I knew how to use the mini splits but my cousins had no clue so info in the binder on settings would be helpful for some. We all shared the one shower as the master tub had a hand held showerhead but no high mounting or curtains so they would have had to sit in the tub to use it. The patio is a lovely setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sonoma/Napa wine tasting visit
Dawn was responsive to any and all questions, property was clean and as advertise. Heat worked wonderfully as the first couple days were a wee bit chilly. Comfortable, country cottage. Met our needs for our visit, would stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Daro

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We are a Bay Area family,grandparents of three families each with two kids. All of us enjoy this vacation home when we can get away. Not luxury but very comfortable for a relaxed vacation.

Why they chose this property

We bought this home to be close to wineries, hiking and ocean but also for the beautiful gardens and trails that are on the property. While the home has been updated, it is still casual and comfortable. We enjoy having our grandchildren visit and they enjoy it too.

What makes this property unique

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