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Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!

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A traditional room with a wooden fireplace, a sofa, a table with books, and a chandelier.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden bar stools, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A house with a porch, surrounded by a garden with red and yellow flowers.
A wooden interior with a kitchen area, including a sink, cabinets, and a window with curtains.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a red umbrella, and potted plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Russian River
Sleeps 9•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Monte Rio, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnson's Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Athenia

1 Queen Bed

Jezebel - downstairs front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lolita

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Ophelia

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!

Duncan House is a historic Inn from the 1880's adorned w/ art, antiques & spirits! Enjoy the elegant design w/ 18 foot ceilings, multiple sitting rooms, stunning kitchen & formal dining, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large deck, front porch & hot tub. Walking distance to historic Duncans Mills on the Russian River w/ many local shops, a General Store, the Blue Heron, Cape Fear, Sophie's Cellars, Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery, etc. Duncan House is where old magic & new memories have a cup of coffee. Pets OK!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs are step, watch your small children.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small gatherings up to 20 people - no weddings!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
I may allow some dogs, please ask.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outside on the deck & front porch
I try to keep a shoeless house if possible
Please keep the outside lights off at night
Noise ordinance from 10pm to 7am - no loud parties.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2089278vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Small gatherings up to 20 people - no weddings!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cazadero

Located in Cazadero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River and Armstrong Redwoods State Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Map
Monte Rio, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Northwood Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 19 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 42 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Baked On The River - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar at the r3 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Russian River and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Sonoma Coast State Park. Rio Theatre and Monte Rio Public Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duncan House is an extremely fun place to stay. The antique furnishings are gorgeous, the amenities modern, and the grounds are perfect for relaxing. Duncan Mills is a short walk, with fun shops, good food, and music weekend afternoons. This was our fourth visit, and we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Great location - easy walk to stores in Duncan Mills. Very pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duncan House was beautiful! Karen was very helpful and the house is well stocked with everything we needed. It was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! Property was awesome and the perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia H.

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

Lovely Stay

Beautiful Historic Inn. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, wonderful decor, great amenities and lots of outdoor things to do nearby. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Beautiful house

There wer so many interesting things in the houseIt was.absolutely wonderful...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

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

One of a Kind home!

Great interiors, historic layout, beautiful scene.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fun place to be

Had a great time. The property was perfect for our family getaway. Close to the Pacific ocean across from the Russian River. And good food of all kinds close. We were able to do adventure and do yard games in the same day. Family enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Duncan’s Mills 30th birthday

We will definitely stay here again. Really great location and a lovely place with a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

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

Great house

Great House
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Historic property in great location

This historic home is in a wonderful location to access both the Russian River Valley and the coast. Walk to charming Duncan Mills or a short drive to Guerneville or Jenner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Would Recommend

Great location, beautiful property, lots of unique details. The furniture, lamps and artwork are really fun to discover throughout your stay. The whole family really enjoyed our time at the house. Plenty of room for 8 people. Everyone slept great in the beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn I.

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

awesome place

What was not to love about this place? From comfortable beds, to great location (close to hiking, beaches, cool independent stores), to the awesome antiques throughout the house, to the amazing art on the walls. It was a wonderful place to hang out with friends. I felt like I was staying in a historic museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

short stay

very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ioana and Yoram D.

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

Amazing house

We spent two days with a party of 7. Plenty of places in the house and in the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela j.

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

Pre Thanksgiving Getsway

Lovely old house with interesting art and antiques. Lovely location with a beautiful patio garden. The house had everything we needed for 9 people. Cozy sitting rooms. Very responsive owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya L.

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

Wonderful & Unique

This is a truly exceptional, historic place to stay. Each room is special with art and antiques. The grounds and views are stunning. Extremely well stocked kitchen with all the items you need for making home cooked meals. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody E.

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

Just lovely!!

This is one of the most beautiful homes I have stayed in! I wanted to stay longer. Beauty inside and out. Karen was amazing. We will definitely be back! ♥️ Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R.

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

Perfect place for a getaway

This place is fantastic! We stayed a weekend with 3 couples and 3 kids. The house is so beautiful and well appointed. Hot tub was clean. Beds were comfy. So easy to walk into Duncans Mills for a glass of wine. We will certainly return for a getaway weekend with friends. Thank you Karen!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Perfect for our reunion at Casini Ranch

We were attending a family reunion at the Casini Ranch campground. My wife and I and some other family members prefer to camp in something nicer than a tent. This place was absolutely perfect for us. We were able to use the hot tub and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and it was close to our reunion. We went down to Shell beach, Gold coast Coffee and walked downtown while there. Very quaint and comfortable. Would definitely stay again if in the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Peaceful, Lovely & Historic

Our family had such a wonderful stay at the Duncan House celebrating my parents' 50th Wedding Anniversary. We were all impressed by how beautiful and historic the home was. The kitchen had everything we needed and there was plenty of space for everyone to both gather and spread out. We enjoyed the views, the hot tub, the nearby river and ocean, and spending time among big trees. Our host was excellent as well with great communication. And how awesome that we could bring our dog too! 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sacha E.

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

Duncans Mills Gem

I have stayed at a lot of vacation rentals and the Duncan House exceeded expectations on every level. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with all necessities. All the beds were comfortable and cozy. The entire home from floor to ceiling is beautifully furnished and decorated. The grounds are immaculate. Every square inch of the property has been lovingly cared for. I look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Historic Beauty in the Russian River Valley

This house is amazing. The historic nature of the home made us think of all that has happened in this area and the people who have lived here. The house is so comfortable with many extras. Each bedroom and bath is beautifully appointed. They've really tried to think of everything a guest might need. We even got to enjoy breakfast while watching the cattle grazing in the meadow next door. Easy access to the shops and bakery at Duncan's Mills was a plus and also the short drive to the coast. We'd love to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

Perfect house for a family

The Duncan House could not have been more perfect for our family. The location is great, and is just a short walk to the cute village of Duncans Mills. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need (and about 6 ways to make coffee!). The beds are extremely comfortable and the bathrooms are roomy. We enjoyed the outdoors and spent most of our time on the deck. In fact, we ended up just staying at the house most of the time rather than venturing out. An added plus was hearing the great music being played at the rodeo grounds.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Webb

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Real Estate Broker/Attorney/Entrepreneur with 2 grown daughters. Lover of nature, travel and animals. Purveyor of all things-

Why they chose this property

This house is where old magic and new memories have a cup of coffee. Unique and memorable.

What makes this property unique


A one of kind house with history and charm, located in arguably the best kept secret on the Russian River, historic Duncans Mills. Close to Jenner, Guerneville, the Pacific Ocean, Hwy 1, Armstrong Woods, and more. Plus walking distance to Willowcreek Preserve with miles of hiking trails, the Russian River, and the adorable town of Duncans Mills. Perfect location to explore this beautiful section of the north coast.

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