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Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly!

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A wooden deck with a grill and outdoor furniture, surrounded by tall trees.
A wooden staircase leading down to a body of water, surrounded by lush greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a red sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Russian River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Guerneville, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pee Wee Golf and Arcade
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath off TV Room

Hallway Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly!

Boathouse is a classic 3 bedroom, 2 bath, riverfront home featuring a two level deck with river views. It is conveniently located next to a large sandy neighborhood beach. Boathouse is a one level home (all rooms situated on the upper level) with wood floors, a living room with a fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a downstairs basement with a pool table and ping pong table.

Enjoy river views as you dine al fresco on the large back deck or relax on the upper sitting deck. Boathouse offers a yard area with river views and a brand new floating dock(photos of dock coming soon)! Additionally, it is just a short walk to a sandy, dog-friendly neighborhood beach. The home includes a double and a single kayak (available mid-June through mid-September).

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Boathouse is 7 people. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: There is parking in the driveway for 2-3 cars. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: First bedroom: King bed; Second bedroom: Queen bed; Third bedroom: 1 Queen, 1 Twin bed

Heat Sources: Central heat, wood burning fireplace (no firewood or kindling provided).

Rec/Game Room: The game room is an unheated, uninsulated space. Temperature varies throughout the year.

A/C: The house does not have air conditioning. Being near the coast, the night time temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house.

Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-June to mid-September providing the summer dams are in. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and rowboats that are provided in some of our homes are also available from mid-June to mid-September. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 2465N
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: ZPE15-0728
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 676075
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

About the neighborhood

Guerneville

Located in Guerneville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Potter Schoolhouse and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Porter-Bass Vineyard. Rubicon Adventures and Sebastopol Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Guerneville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pee Wee Golf and Arcade - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Korbel Winery - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 29 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar at the r3 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Baked On The River - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly!?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly! on Oct 18, 2026 start from $512, 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.

What time is check-in at Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Boathouse ~ On River, Deck, Steps to Beach, Family Dog Friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Pee Wee Golf and Arcade, Johnson's Beach, and Russian River. Northwood Golf Club and Porter-Bass Vineyard are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place has it all: great location on river and close to town! We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Comfortable house, great river access.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 6, 2024
Hello Amy, thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Repeat Stay

We always have a great stay at the Boat House. The dock with direct river access is a great place to spend the day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2024
Hello Christopher, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were great guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a group

Lovely house and great location. Very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 18, 2023
Hello Amy, We are so glad you enjoyed the home! Thank you for being wonderful guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable with river access

We had a lovely weekend here with our pup, who of course loved the river. Quiet neighborhood, lots of water toys if you have kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 5, 2024
Hello Cindy, We are glad to hear you had a great stay! Thank you for being amazing guests and for your review :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Amazing property with views and quick access to the river. Easy checkin and out process
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 7, 2023
Hello Sean, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being great guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful retreat

Beautiful getaway right on the river. Kayaks and an expansive game room with ping pong and pool made for excellent entertainment throughout the stay. About a 20 min walk from town, we made the trek daily for coffee, a great way to wake up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2022
Hello Alex, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! thank you for being terrific guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem

This is a really great spot, right on the river. Comfy beds and an overall comfy atmosphere. Oh, and a 10/10 VHS tape collection for movie nights. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 10, 2025
Hello Bryan, Thank you for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure to host you. You’re welcome back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean home, great river access

Repeat guests. We always appreciate how clean the house is and love spending the whole day on the dock at the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 30, 2023
Hello Christopher, Thank you for being such fantastic repeat guests! We enjoy hosting you, and are so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home in a great location

This home is perfect for a group of folks looking to enjoy the Russian River!!! The dog friendly property has the perfect attention to detail like locks to keep furry friends on the deck and outdoor shower to rinse sandy toes. We look forward to returning back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2022
Hello Brittany, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Boathouse!! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Gathering

We had a wonderful Christmas week here. Very convenient location Comfortable for 6 adults. Cooked most of our meals here and had plenty of supplies. It rained while we were here so we did not get to enjoy the decks and outdoor area but it would be so fun when the weather cooperated. Redwoods are amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 22, 2025
Hello Daphne, We’re so glad you had a wonderful Christmas week with us! It’s great to hear the location and amenities worked well for your group. Sorry the weather didn’t cooperate for outdoor fun, but we hope you’ll have the chance to enjoy the decks and surrounding redwoods next time. We’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy river-front property

Booked this place as well as another place down the street for my bday weekend. While i did not sleep at this house (6 close friends did) they said it was super comfortable. I briefly toured the house and would have to agree--and the back yard providing direct access to the Russian River is so peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 10, 2025
Hello Adam, We are so glad your friends enjoyed the stay and found the beds comfy! We hope we can host you all another time and thank you for being great guests :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location on the Russian River

We loved our stay and hope to return. This house has great water access from a private dock and a large deck. We really appreciated having access to 3 kayaks for our use. We brought many bikes with us and it was great to be able to secure them in the garage (the property manager originally told us that guests didn't have access to the garage, but fortunately that wasn't true. One upgrade suggestion would be to add code key remote so the garage can be opened from outside, rather than only through the Recreation Room).
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2024
Hello Dan, We apologize for any confusion! Guests are able to access part of the garage to bring the boats down to the dock during their stay. We are so glad you were able to store your bikes and enjoyed the home! We would love to host you again :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

Hands down one of our favorite family summer vacations. The cottage itself was stocked well and provided a comfortable spot for cooking, sleeping, and out of the sun activities (board games, cards, puzzles, pool, and ping pong). The real treasure of this property is the direct access to the river including your own little floating dock. We spent hours multiple times a day on the water. The hosts provide a variety of floating toys in addition to a couple of river kayaks. I really can't speak highly enough of our experience staying at the Boathouse. It was R&R at its best. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2024
Hello Tiffany, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! It is a great area to stay in and we are happy you appreciated the home and its surroundings. Thank you for your kind words and for being such fantastic guests! We would love to host you again :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful setting

Beautiful location on the Russian river. Quiet and peaceful surrounded by trees. Large fenced yard with two decks overlooking the river. Access to the river was down a set of stairs and a short steep bank or walk past the empty lot next door and down a path to a neighborhood beach. Some road noise across the river, but not enough to bother us. The house was large and comfortable and very clean when we arrived. The bathrooms are newly remodeled and the shower was great. Beds were super comfy. The kitchen was small but well stocked. A bit of a challenge for cooking with a tight layout and an oven that didn't work well, but that was a good excuse not to spend time cooking when we could be outdoors enjoying the river. Its only a short drive into Guerneville for groceries and take out, but we barely left the house as we had everything we needed right there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Hello Jennifer, Thank you for being wonderful guests! We would love to host you again and are elated you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at this home. The location is just a few minutes walk to the edge of the river and the river area is so beautiful. The beds are comfortable and the house was clean. Tons of games and puzzles and movies to watch.There were a few things could have been better, however. The property has a beautiful apple tree and we did enjoy cooking a few of the apples while we were there, but when we arrived, there were over 100 apples on the ground in the driveway in various stages of decay and we had to clean up the driveway ourselves into the yard waste container to avoid stepping on them or driving over them. While we were there only about five or six fell so it makes me think they had been sitting there a long time. The downstairs recreational room is interesting. There is a lot of stuff to do down there, but I couldn’t find the light and the room is unfinished. It just wasn’t comfortable being down there. The pictures make it look like the living room area is bigger than it is. Considering we were all there to do craft projects for the weekend, there wasn’t a lot of common space to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 18, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're sorry the space wasn't perfect for your groups needs, and we're sorry about the apples! We've reached out to our yard service, and would have come by during your stay had we heard. Thanks again for the feedback — we’d welcome you back to any of our properties.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The space is beautiful, well-equipped, and full of fun amenities. The game room was a big hit with our group, though a few games could use updating (for example, there were only two darts). We also loved having access to the kayaks, but carrying them to and from the dock each day was a bit cumbersome It would be even better if they could be securely stored at the dock. The kitchen was great, though a larger coffee maker would be a welcome addition for bigger groups. Overall, we had a fantastic time and would happily stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great spot

Accurate description in listing. Cozy home- great for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Hello Fiona, Thank you for being wonderful guests! We would love to host you again and are elated you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On the river

Kitchen really in need of a couple of new frying pans. Handle on one ready to fall off. Lamp by front door needs a bulb. We all enjoyed hula hoops, ping pong and pool table.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice location and clean Place

Well organized, good directions to unit. Easy way to get access in. Most had some amenities like shampoo and coffee. Not issue, just speaks well for those who provide.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Great get away

The Boat House is a great get away house. The location is great - quick walk to the beach, river view, and an easy stroll into town for coffee and the morning newspaper. The house itself is well-stocked, often unusual to find in a rental home. Having the kayaks, canoe, and rec room available really make this an enjoyable spot to spend a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Great getaway

Had a great time. Took our 3 small kids who played safely on the large enclosed deck. Will definitely go back with friends next time so we can have "adult" time and relax watching the rafters go by on the river. Loved the BBQ! Michele W Turlock Ca
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean and Bigger than it appears

We had a great time at the Boat House. We were a little worried the cabins interior was on the small side from the photos, one of our friends is 6'7", and other than the showers the cabin was perfect. The game room downstairs is also in better shape than the impression the photos give off. This cabin is great. The view and amount of space on the decks is spectacular, it felt like another living room looking straight at the river. River access is easy, entrance is just next to the house, and a short walk down. It only took us 15min to walk home from downtown. Really a spectacular cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice house

We enjoyed our stay at the Boat House. It is nice and big. My daughter just loved the Master Bed. The beach is really close by. The kitchen is a bit small. Only one cook at a time, but well stocked.
Archival

8/10 Good

Recommended

Stayed 3 nights. Very comfortable and well equipped. Beach was very near - 'as if' on the property itself. It was pretty easy to drag the 2 kayaks to the water, but we passed on trying to lug the much heavier canoe. Traffic noise from the other side of the river was quite audible when outside in the back. The part of the river where the house is, is very calm. Kayaking is best in the morning before the afternoon wind comes through. The spacing for the deck railing posts was very wide on the lower deck - easy for even a large dog or child to go through. I have a large dog (German Shepard) so won't go back to the Boat House, but otherwise would highly recommend the house. On the positive side, the beach was usually deserted, so my dog was able to romp freely. As did I.

About the host

Hosted by Russian River Vacation Homes

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Guerneville is the largest town on the Russian River, and has a variety of excellent restaurants and shopping. There are many wineries within 15-20 minutes. Guerneville is also home to the amazing Armstrong Woods, and it's just a quick drive out to the coast! Guerneville is a fun and free spirited town that makes for a great getaway!
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We are Russian River Vacation Homes, a part of D&G Equity Management, Inc., a family owned and locally owned/operated property management company.

Our Story:
In 1980, D&G founders and owners Michael and Patty saw a need in the area for habitable, affordable housing. At that time, many of the little cabins along the Russian River, originally built as summer cabins, were unsuitable for year-round occupancy. D&G assisted property owners with fixing up and renting their cabins. As the largest property management company in western Sonoma County, D&G Equity Management continues to be a staple in the Russian River community.

Russian River Vacation Homes is an off-shoot of D&G. One fine day in 1985, Michael's client, Bob, asked "Hey Mike, can you rent my cabin out just for the week or weekend instead of by the month?" Michael said "Sure!" and Russian River Vacation Homes was born. As renting vacation rentals became more popular, Russian River Vacation Homes grew into a full-time business with its own office. Today, Russian River Vacation Homes professionally manages over 60 high-quality vacation rentals.

We strive to make each and every stay the best one ever. If you have any questions or concerns about reserving or staying with us, please don't hesitate to contact us! We are here to help.

Why they chose this property

Guerneville is the largest town on the Russian River, and has a variety of excellent restaurants and shopping. There are many wineries within 15-20 minutes. Guerneville is also home to the amazing Armstrong Woods, and it's just a quick drive out to the coast! Guerneville is a fun and free spirited town that makes for a great getaway!

What makes this property unique

Boathouse is a classic riverfront home, perfect for your Russian River Getaway. Just one mile to downtown Guerneville with shops and restaurants, The Boat House is also a short drive to many Russian River Wineries, and to the Sonoma Coast. This home is great for families and groups of friends looking to have a fun, relaxing getaway!

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