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Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views.

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A view from the Carriage House. Huge pool, complete privacy, unbelievable views
Endless views of rolling Sonoma and Napa hills
Huge 10' couch, chaise lounger, 1.5+ chair, gorgeous vaulted ceilings

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sonoma, CA
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views.

Over 150 5 Star Reviews!
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El Mirador (from Spanish, from mirror to look, affording a view of the surroundings)

This gorgeous, private, and gated 1.8-acre estate is located just behind the historic Sonoma Square in the country. Newly remodeled in early 2014 & 2017, the property features 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, a large living room with 13-foot french doors offering endless views of the Sonoma hills, and a 26-foot dining patio for gathering friends and enjoying the weather.

Come enjoy the view over the pool, relax on a daybed suspended from a perfectly placed old oak tree while listening to the koi pond quietly cascading in the background, BBQ warming your dinner as you sample some local wine and cheese.

El Mirador could be one of the finest places to sit and relax after a long day of wine tasting, hiking, ballooning, biking, shopping, or just enjoying the slow-paced local atmosphere.

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Please note:
* DOGS: Small/medium-sized dogs (less than 30 lbs) are permitted with prior approval for the stated daily fee per pooch. Note that larger dogs and dogs with long hair that go in the pool are not allowed.

* PARTIES: The property is not permitted to host weddings, receptions, or large parties (more than 13 people). These events require a commercial license and insurance.

* POOL: The pool is solar-powered and typically warm enough for swimming from April through October, often into November. During the hot summer months, the temperature is 80+. New for 2021, insurance is mandated, and we have added a secondary safety measure and a "kid-safe" fence around the pool.

* SMOKING: This is a non-smoking property. Smoking will result in losing your deposit, as it is a serious offense.

* VIDEO: The property has a security camera for the safety and security of the property and our guests. It is visible above the garage and, for privacy reasons, only faces the driveway and gate. As with all Nest cameras, it records video and audio for security.

* COVID-19: If you are worried about COVID-19, please purchase appropriate trip insurance. We will refund your deposit if the county closes us, but otherwise, please purchase trip insurance.

* SMOKE: Same as COVID-19, if the county closes us, we will refund your trip. Please purchase the appropriate trip insurance.

* Please be aware of this listing showing up on Craigslist. The Craigslist post is a scam (they copy the listing and post the house for long-term rent)! Please flag it if you see it. Thank you, Steve.

Property manager

Steve Shepard
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Please, no dog over 20 lbs or who swim in the pool
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1) Sorry, I am strict on the 8 overnight guests and 5 day-time visitors limits and the 10 pm quiet hours (please, respect the neighbors)
2) Pets are $100 a night. Please let me know if you plan on bringing a pet, please ask first.
THE POOL: Please be note the Pool is heated by Solar. The pool is warm May-October but not guaranteed as it is determined by the weather.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Sonoma

Located in Sonoma, this vacation home is in the city center and near theme parks. Napa Valley Wine Train and Mission San Francisco Solano are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Napa Premium Outlets and Oxbow Public Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Sonoma TrainTown Railroad, or check out an event or a game at Sonoma Raceway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sonoma, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sonoma City Hall - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Buena Vista Winery - 11 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 41 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Molino Central - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Girl & The Fig - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Where is Spa-like Estate, Sonoma Square, Amazing Views. located?

This family-friendly Sonoma vacation home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sonoma State Historic Park and Sonoma Plaza. Sebastiani Theatre and Sonoma Valley Museum of Art are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Wine Trip with Friends

Everything about the property was as advertised or better. Great location, plenty of room, and well equipped. We would gladly stay there again. The owner was responsive and truly worked hard to make sure our stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Birthday trip

The house was perfect our family of eight. Beautiful, clean, every amenity was covered. Steve was awesome as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Beautiful Home

We stayed here with 4 couples. The house is beautiful and had everything we needed. The bed linens and towels are very nice, the kitchen was well stocked, we enjoyed the pool and the large table on the porch. Great views and close to downtown Sonoma.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

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

Large Group House is Perfect!

Every room had a king size bed. Linens were luxurious! The patio dining and pool chairs were plentiful for our 7 and more. Large kitchen was helpful as we ended up cooking alot. Only 2 miles to Sonoma Square. Owner Steve was very responsive! They give you lots of recommendations for dining and wineries.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Family Celebration

Spent 5 wonderful days at this lovely home with our three adult children and their spouses. We all enjoyed spending time at the house that we did very little wine tasting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK M.

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

Amazing views, great location

Beautiful house with amazing views. Only five minutes from the center of town. Very clean and beautifully decorated. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami S., Troy, MO

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

Absolutely perfect!

The view is stunning and so is the property. Well stocked with everything you could need. We had a wonderful time here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D., Columbus, Ohio

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

Amazing Sonoma

El Mirador was amazing, felt like we were in the middle of the mountains! Sunrises we beautiful, property is well equipped, comfortable beds, and a quick drive away to the trailhead of Somona Overlook Trail - a must do!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

amazing getaway

5 day trip to NAPA for the first time with friends. This house was amazing. We enjoyed staying in Sanoma. The town was fantastic. The views from this house are unbelievable. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

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

Great Place in Sonoma

Excellent place, great location to town and wineries, very clean, well appointed, everything that you could possibly need in the kitchen, and what a kitchen. Great pool, grounds, I wish I lived here year round!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean K.

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

Wonderful stay

Steve was very responsive, accommodating and we had an awesome stay. Home was well maintained, comfortable, and location was conveniently located close to town. Great pool, beautiful oak trees, and spacious house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Great Getaway Spot!

Lovely property, very comfortable. Definitely recommend!!! Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi G.

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

Lovely girls getaway

Totally relaxing vacation! The home was stocked with everything we needed, the pool and outdoor space was lovely, and the house is conveniently located a few minutes from Sonoma Square. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleni L.

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

Lovely, peaceful oasis

We stayed for 2 nights and it was wonderful. We didn’t want to leave! Great location- very convenient. Koi pond was a fun surprise for my kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly O.

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

Great weekend with friends!

Wonderful location to enjoy wine country! Steve is a great host, made it very easy to check in - stocked the house with anything you would need in the kitchen, linens and even shower basics. Would stay again! Thanks Steve!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Sonoma perfection

Lovely stay with our adult children and spouses. Photos of the home are accurate. We enjoyed a lovely dinner on the covered patio catered by Chef Lela. Everything you need to enjoy a vacation in Sonoma.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Great location, beautiful views

House is a great location less than a 10 minute drive to Sonoma square with easy access to everything you need. It’s up in the hills so the views (and sunrises) were beautiful. Kitchen is very well equipped and we were able to host a lovely Thanksgiving dinner with the heaters on the patio. Easy check-in and lots of good recommendations from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Beautiful views

Amazing house with 4 king bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Pool and outdoor dining space. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

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

Beautiful Sonoma Property

The house is beautifully decorated and the views are amazing. The house is fully equipped with all the essentials and extremely well organized and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B., Columbia, SC

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

Great house in a great town

We had four couples - all in our 60's-70's looking for a fun four day wine country trip. This house was perfect for us. Four king bed bedrooms-each with private bath, pool, great view, kitchen with everything we needed. Steve was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Reding

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

Wonderful Sonoma week

This house was just as advertised. We had a wonderful view of the sunrise most mornings. Tiffany came to the house and cooked us an amazing meal one night. There were 8 of us and we were all comfortable with our own king bedrooms with bathrooms. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Amazing views!!

This place is lovely. Great place for a girls trip. Love that it's up in the hills with great views. The sunrises were picturesque! Clean. Comfortable. Spacious. Kitchen has everything! Steve was very responsive and provided lots of information for our stay. Would totally come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D., New Orleans

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

Relaxing week with friends

Beautiful well appointed home. Spacious and comfortable for our 4 couples. Great views of the valley and wine country. Location close to all the attractions the area has to offer. Manager/owner very responsive and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Beautiful and amazingly clean property

The house was perfect for our family of 8 - clean, comfortable, and quiet. The outdoor patio was great for relaxing at night - beautiful view . Very convenient to go into town. Steve was very prompt and helpful with all our inquiries. Thank you, Steve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Beautiful home in a great location

We spent 5 nights in early June with our two sons and their spouses. The layout of the house works really well with 4 king bedrooms all with their own bathroom. Two of the bedrooms are in the carriage house which is a few steps away. The location about 5 minutes above the Sonoma Square was convenient although not really walkable due to the steep incline and no shoulder. Steve provided some great information regarding local grocery delivery, names of chefs willing to cook at the property, and guide services in the area. The pool is lovely and stayed really warm throughout our stay. Having a private sleeping space for 4 couples and ample gathering space in the home made this the perfect choice for our family stay. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Steve Shepard

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I have lived in the Bay Area my entire life and have no intent of leaving. Between Marin, Sonoma and Tahoe I can; bike, hike, ski, eat, dine and play just about anything with some of the worlds great people.

Why they chose this property

Having lived in the Bay Area my entire life, I truly believe Sonoma is one of the great hidden gems of the world (and yes, I have traveled extensively. The best comparison I have found is the slow pace of Southern France.) Where Napa may have the name for wine, Sonoma has access to all the great wine PLUS small old-town charm. Sonoma Square (one of two, Healdsburg is the other) offers a relaxed atmosphere that has not changed in 100 years. This is also the birthplace of California for history buffs.

El Mirador (from Spanish, from mirror to look, affording a view of the surroundings) offers unparalleled views from Mount Tamalpais past Mount Diablo, in the middle, through the East Bay. Truly amazing on a clear day. All while less than 5 minutes (under 2 miles) from the square. Read the reviews as pictures cannot do it justice. The house was fully remodeled in 2014 and 2017 and has all the bells and whistles you could ever ask for while keeping this tranquil hilltop location quiet. You will not be disappointed.
Sonoma TOT #: 133N

What makes this property unique

The comfort of Home with Privacy and unmatched Views.

Languages:

English

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