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Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger.

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Peaceful, canyon and creek side setting. Comfortable front garden and entry.
Covered porch looking out to lovely enclosed front yard. Solar & Battery backup.
Plenty of places to sit and have a glass of wine or read. Quiet and peaceful!
Covered front porch with bench, chairs overlooking private front yard.
Warm entry way with guest book including where guests loved to go while staying

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Front Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger.

Kenwood Cottage is located in the heart of Sonoma's wine country and the town of Kenwood. This two bedroom, two bath vacation home is walking distance to Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and to some of the premiere wineries in the region. Our house is now Tesla (EV) ready - we are an approved Tesla destination charger, and free charging is included for overnight guests.

We have full solar and battery backup. None of our competitors have this! Relax! No worries about power outages which have been recently discussed in the media.

This idyllic cottage rests on a year round creek in the historic Adobe Canyon and is situated in a bucolic setting. With private gardens, luminous canyon scenery and wildlife spilling through your cottage windows, you can walk to hiking trails that lead over bridges and waterfalls to spectacular vistas. Picnic at Sugarloaf Ridge or hike to Bald Mountain with 360º views of Northern California and the Golden Gate Bridge. Spend an evening at the Robert Ferguson Observatory at Sugarloaf Park stargazing and learning about current astronomical events.

Kenwood is in the heart of the Valley of the Moon and is considered one of the premiere towns in Sonoma's wine country. This retreat offers privacy and serenity, yet is only minutes to some of the best wineries in the region.

The interior design has an eye for sophistication, simplicity and beauty, and this cottage is artfully appointed with many of the amenities of a 5 star resort. There is a spa/hot tub only a few steps from the master suite overlooking the creek, with exquisite views of the stars, mountains and the majestic trees that surround this private oasis.

The kitchen and main bathroom were just remodeled, added a second (full bath but a little smaller with shower but no tub) bathroom in the front bedroom, central air conditioning, new doors and windows, solar and battery backup, new furniture, along with many other upgrades to make your stay more relaxing and enjoyable.

We added a desk with spare PC monitor to plug into your laptop to keep in touch with the office or to work from “home” at the Kenwood Cottage!

Each room at the cottage was thoughtfully crafted with our guest’s comfort in mind. From plush down comforters and 100% cotton linens, to all the amenities of a gourmet kitchen, the cottage is a place for true pampering & relaxation. Each room at Kenwood Cottage has been given detailed attention for our guest's satisfaction.

Our beds are top of the line Serta pillow-top mattresses. The master bedroom opens up to the back deck where the hot tub/spa are a just a few steps from your room. Both rooms have remote controlled ceiling fans.

The outdoor spa/hot tub is set on the back deck overlooking Sonoma Creek - the largest year-round creek at the Valley of the Moon.

Sip our bottle of complimentary wine while you take a dip in the hot tub under starry nights or have your breakfast on one of the several outdoor tables thoughtfully placed around the cottage. An outdoor grill (Weber gas grill) and fully equipped kitchen is ready for your culinary artistry.

While there are plenty of wineries to choose from in Sonoma Valley, should you decide to experience more of what the wine country has to offer, the Kenwood Cottage is centrally located to the other wine regions. Driving times to other famous regions from the Kenwood Cottage are as follows:
Kenwood wineries < 3 min
Sonoma Square 20 min
Carneros Region 25 min
Russian River 25 min
Calistoga 30 min
Healdsburg / Dry Creek Valley 40 min.
Napa valley / St. Helena 40 minutes
There is one internet camera above the garage so we can keep an eye on the property when not rented. Another camera is located overlooking the creek so we can watch the water level during large storms.
Keywords: cottage, winery, wine, creek, vacation, peaceful, relaxing, home, house, Kenwood, Sonoma, wine country, Napa, vacation rental, romantic, honeymoon, anniversary, electric vehicle ready, EV ready, Tesla destination charger, solar, tesla powerwall, hi speed internet, wifi, hot tub, balcony, patio, onsite parking
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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Yes. Creek on property at lower level so caution.
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Events

No events allowed
Parties or gatherings of any type not allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed at the Kenwood Cottage.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Minimum rental period is 2 nights, 3 on some holidays. Maximum rental period is 14 nights
Contract is sent to guest at booking. A credit card number is required in lieu of a security deposit. 5 days are allowed for return of contract

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
Note from host: Parties or gatherings of any type not allowed
This property uses solar energy
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
Property Registration Number TOT Cert# 547N

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Kenwood

Located in Kenwood, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Castello di Amorosa and Calistoga Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sonoma Plaza. 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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Kenwood, CA

What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Ridge State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 30 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Calistoga Hot Springs - 43 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Castello di Amorosa - 48 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Napa Valley Wine Train - 50 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 22 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wine Country Cafe & Deli - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Matanzas Creek Winery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪St Francis Winery & Vineyards - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stella - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. on Mar 29, 2026 start from $429, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kenwood Cottage-Canyon & Creek Setting, No cleaning fee, Tesla Charger. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Chateau St. Jean Winery, and Ledson Winery and Vineyards. VJB Vineyard & Cellars and Trione-Annadel State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for local wineries and area attractions. We enjoyed the hot tub and back deck grill!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

THADDEUS V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are repeat guests. This is a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Everything was labeled and neatly arranged. My mom was amazed at all kitchen equipment. It worked out perfectly for home base for wine tasting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

We had everything we needed at this perfect cottage! We enjoyed the hot tub and creek very much too. The owners were responsive and very helpful too. I would definitely return here and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LAURA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We adored this lovely house. The kitchen was amazingly well-stocked and the grill ready to go. The creek behind the house made the place magical. We will definitely stay here again and for much longer. Thank you for providing such a beautiful, well-kept place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish we could have stayed another week! The location was perfect. We were going for a less touristy experience on this vacation. The setting in a canyon was the perfect vibe. The house was welcoming, comfortable. Hot tub! Kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, cooking essentials, etc.Communication was perfect. Our favorites? Kenwood market, Sonoma plaza, Kendall Jackson winery. Bodega Bay and driving down the coast also close by and lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David & Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Retreat

We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Kenwood cottage was perfect for our trip. It had all the right amenities and was exactly as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Spot

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely home in a beautiful, quiet, and peaceful setting. Great location to the Kenwood wineries and perfect space for a few adults to get away and enjoy some quiet time together.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and relaxing

Great location to the wineries. Nestled back in a park like setting and very clean. You can tell the owners take pride in this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

Kenwood Cottage was just as advertised. A lovely, peaceful setting with a babbling brook set the tone for a relaxing stay. The house was clean and had everything we needed. It is in a great location. We were able to visit vineyards in Healdsburg and Sonoma easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Excellent Stay in Wine Country!

We had a wonderful stay at the Kenwood Cottage! The house was spotless, had everything we needed, comfortable beds, and we enjoyed spending time on the deck as well. The location was perfect for exploring wine country and we enjoyed a hike in the neighboring SugarLoaf Park as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing comfortable place to stay - will stay again

Very nice and enjoyable place to stay. Enjoyed the deer across the creek every morning while drinking my coffee. The owners responded very quickly when I had a question. I will be spending more time here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAMILLE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Kenwood Creekside Home

This is a perfect wine country home on a creek with a great hot tub. It’s close to wineries, hiking and restaurants. I highly recommend this home for a couple or small family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location/Quiet/Amenities galore/Kitchen fully stocked

Owners easy to work with. Great pride in their property.. Excellent wineries close by. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenwood Jewel

House was exactly as advertised, clean, and cute. Nice stream in the backyard and a great location next to Sugar Loaf State Park. I think the only comment I can make beyond “great” is that we stayed there in March and hoping to enjoy warmth and escape the Midwest cold and the house is in a steep valley and so AM/PM sunlight is limited …but that is being pretty pick. Great VRBO
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammye M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Escape

Kenwood Cottage was the perfect place for us to stay while in the area for a wedding. We specifically came a few days early to enjoy the surrounding area as well as the peace and quiet of this beautiful cottage. The cottage is very close to numerous wineries. If available, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth-Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

California Dream Spot

This property was incredible!! We enjoyed everything about this little well appointed luxury cottage close to Napa and Sonoma wine country. My favorite part of the whole trip! The hosts are lovely and offer a wonderful vacation spot for cooking, relaxing, and sightseeing. The best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and reflect

Great location and beautiful serene setting makes this an ideal setting for 2 couples
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicolette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The rules were incredibly strict. No visitors beyond the 4 people on the reservation. Everyone was required to be over 18. Questioning about what our intentions were with renting the property. Luckily we were there for a 1/2 marathon and were able to meet all the criteria but the rigidness of the rules and questioning would be why I wouldn't choose to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenwood Cottage Weekend

My son, his wife, and I spent the weekend at the Kenwood Cottage for a quick trip to Napa/Sonoma. Everything about the cottage was as described. The house was spotless, and easy to find things. Wayne and Laura provided directions on how to operate things like the hot tub and TV. The kitchen had everything you would need for cooking. The garden and patio were immaculate and very comfortable. Access to wineries and restaurants was easy. I would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Beautiful Kenwood Cottage

My wife and I spent two nights at this wonderful cottage. Beyond charming, it's as described by Wayne and Laura. The grounds are so well kept and the back of the property with the stream running through is so peaceful. Wish we could have stayed longer! We definately plan to visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm and quiet by the creek

Very nice setting by the creek. Even though much of our time was spent indoors due to the rainy weather, we could hear and see the creek from the house. Very calming setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Merridee M.

Awesome get away!

This place was fantastic. Close by good wineries, right at the foot of the park and a fabulous hike up Bald Mountain, near wonderful restaurants, plus so cozy and quint. They provide all the amenities and it is so clean and well kept. Perfect size hot tub in the back, creek flowing in the back, chairs, lunges, BBQ, wifi, even oils and spices and some essentials in the kitchen. I would highly recommend them!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Sonoma

Peaceful, cozy, exceptionally clean, sets the standard for any place we visit in the future. The setting was beautiful. The only thing we needed was food. Restaurants and wineries were easily accessible. On a scale of 1 to 5 we rate Kenwood Cottage a 10! Hosts Wayne and Laura were always available if we needed them.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wayne and Laura Best

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We are a happily married couple of over 42 years and live in the San Francisco Bay Area. Wayne is the chief economist at a Fortune 500 firm and Laura spends time with their grandson and manages the Kenwood Cottage. We enjoy cooking, wine tasting, relaxing, travel and sight seeing; all of these we found at the Kenwood Cottage!

Why they chose this property

Kenwood is a small town in the heart of Sonoma Valley. We spent over 5 years looking for just the right place in the wine country. Once we became familiar with the differences between Sonoma and Napa, we landed on Sonoma due to its more laid back and friendly atmosphere. The charming town of Kenwood had it all for us and the Kenwood Cottage with its canyon setting and lovely sounds from the year round creek really sold us. We have had this property since 2006 - we are constantly upgrading the Kenwood Cottage!

Not familiar with Kenwood? Look what the Wine Spectator wrote in a recent edition about the area, “There are beautiful wine roads all over the world, rambling through Tuscany and Provence, or along the Rhine in Germany's Rheingau. But you needn't cross the ocean to find some. The route, coming into Kenwood as you drive north through Sonoma Valley, the mountains ribbed with hillside vineyards, is in the same league.”

This is why we so fell in love with the area and why this is such a great place to relax and unwind.

Experience the much more laid back atmosphere of Sonoma vs Napa valley where it is not uncommon to have the wine maker pouring his own wines, the staff more friendly and passionate than we have found in other regions.

What makes this property unique

Nearly all the other properties listed above and below this one on VRBO do not have the quiet, canyon setting with a creek running through the property and the ambiance that creates for our guests. Don’t be misled - other properties are nearly all in residential neighborhoods and are not a serene, relaxing environment. Yet the location of the Kenwood Cottage is so ideal: only a mile from over 25 excellent wineries, yet romantic and secluded. It was everything we had hoped for after looking for a second home for over 5 years.

We use the cottage when it is not rented and thus, have it fully equipped the way we want to enjoy it and make all of these amenities available to our guests.

We provide a complete guest guide that tells you not only everything you need to know about the cottage, but also all the great wineries, restaurants, and things to do around the cottage.

Walking on the seldom traveled road in front of the Kenwood Cottage is a favorite thing to do in the morning hours. Coffee on the secluded rear deck overlooking the creek (or while in the hot tub) is also a morning favorite. We often head to a local store (we provide many ideas where in our guest guide) to pick up picnic supplies (we keep a picnic cooler for you at the cottage) and then head out for wine tasting and picnicking.

The exciting part for us is that every year, the wines change! So we often revisit the local wineries several times per year to enjoy their new offerings. Once back from wine tasting/exploring/hiking, we relax in our front yard garden with some wine and cheese and then either enjoy one of the many great restaurants within minutes of the cottage or prepare a feast with our fully equipped kitchen. We finish the evening sitting in the hot tub looking up at the millions of stars (it is amazing what a slight elevation change from the valley floor will do to make millions more stars appear!). Tell me, what is there not to LOVE about this destination!

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