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Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More!

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Glen Ellen, CA
  • Place, Jack London State Historic Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More!

GATE HOUSE VACATION RENTAL ... Located in a quiet Glen Ellen neighborhood, this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers lovely views, a large deck, beautiful landscaping, a saline pool and hot tub and a spacious interior, all ideal for a relaxing wine country vacation.

Enter Gate House through the “mud room” and you’ll find formal living & dining rooms, a family room with entertainment center, cable TV and DVDs. The living room has a large stone fireplace and there are wood floors throughout the house. The charming furnishings reflect a country style with some interesting art and antiques.

The large, remodeled kitchen is a chef’s dream – planned by the owner who is a professional chef himself! Every amenity is offered in the kitchen and there’s a new grill for preparing part of your meal outside.

The master bedroom with a queen-sized bed, has a separate glass shower and soaking tub in the attached bathroom. There is a second full bathroom with tub/shower combo and ½ bath accessed from the hallway. The second bedroom has a queen bed, while the “kid’s room” (third bedroom) has a bunk bed and a trundle bed that can become a king sized bed. There is also a “bonus” room with queen-sized sofa bed, TV, library, kid’s games and tapes.

The lovely, large deck is new and has a table for al fresco dining. Meander down the steps to the lovely pool with built-in hot tub and lawn area. The views of the Glen Ellen hills and Jack London State park are particularly lovely at sunset.



Keywords: Located in a quiet Glen Ellen neighborhood, this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers lovely views, a new deck and landscaping with saline pool and hot tub and a spacious interior, all ideal for a relaxing wine country vacation.
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The PRMD rules state; Quiet hours must be observed between 9pm and 9am, no exceptions. No outdoor amplified sound (music) is allowed at any time.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Glen Ellen

Glen Ellen is home to this holiday home. Sebastiani Theatre and California Missions Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Consider Napa Valley Balloons and Napa Valley Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Glen Ellen, CA

What's nearby

  • Jack London State Historic Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Benziger Family Winery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sonoma Golf Club - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 16 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 26 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Molino Central - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cielito - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Brinquito - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria La Hacienda - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Market & Deli - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Vacation Rental with Fabulous Views, a Pool and More! located?

This family-friendly Glen Ellen holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sonoma Valley Regional Park, Quarryhill Botanical Garden and Jack London State Historic Park. Jack London Village and Benziger Family Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amazing pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay here - the photos don’t do justice to the property’s lovely pool views nor to the spaciousness of the interior. Also a great kitchen for cooking and a sweet short walk into town for food, wine, coffee and baked goods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was in a fantastic location, and the outside space was amazing. The sunset views from the deck were fabulous and we enjoyed sitting out under the stars and listening to a band play in Jack London Lodge. The kitchen is truly a dream kitchen, and although we didn't use as much as we could have, it was so nice to have everything we could have needed (and then some!). The layout of the house was great for two couples as the main bedroom and guest rooms are on opposite sides of the house. The only upgrade we could suggest is a new mattress in the guest room. Other than that, we enjoyed the space and truly enjoyed our stay in Glen Ellen.
Sunset from the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Great Home Away from Home

Great location, house is really as described. Plenty of room, great kitchen, pool is awesome. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Celia G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property in a great location!

This house was perfect for my group of 7 girls! The backyard is a dream. Unfortunately the hot tub jets were not working while we were there but the pool is lovely and the views are beautiful! The location of this house was perfect for us to do wine tastings in Sonoma. The town of Glen Ellen is very cute and a short walk. The check in process was so easy and the communication with the host was great. The only reason I did not give this property 5 stars was the cleanliness. There were a few spider webs in the bathtubs and we noticed alot of hair and dust but overall we were extremely happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney S.

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

Long Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful weekend at this property. The house was pretty and clean with a nice large kitchen, and the deck and pool in the back were great places to relax in the mornings and evenings. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew H.

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

Wonderful experience in Glen Ellen

Had a great stay in the Glen Ellen area at Barry's place. Check-in was easy and the host worked with us to accommodate our flight delays and didn't make us feel uncomfortable. Everything we needed in the house during our stay was there for us, as well. The town was just a short drive or walk down the hill with shops and restaurants for all your needs. Great location overall and would highly recommend staying if you're in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan P.

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

Great stay in Glen Ellen

Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to downtown Glen Ellen. Views, pool, back deck were fantastic. Hot tub was not functional. Kitchen very well stocked. Communication with Barry was great. Stayed with 4 adults, but definitely space for more. Recommended to all!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio B.

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

Great

My sister got married in Napa Valley. This was affordable and relatively close by. The property is great and in a quite neighborhood. We walked to a cafe 7 minutes away that was yummy. The hot tub wasnt working but overall 10/10 stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Fabulous 60th Birthday with Family

Perfect location, host, and home! We loved staying here and want to come back year after year. We toured Sonoma and truly enjoyed all that Glen Ellen had to offer - a lot! The house was very comfortable for five adults. The pool was perfect! We had a few pool afternoons together and those were some of my favorite moments with my adult children. Absolute fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B., Sacramento, CA, USA

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

Total Relaxation by the Pool

My husband and I were looking for a peaceful and quiet place to relax and isolate - we found it at Barry's home in Glen Ellen. The pool was perfect to cool off and though the afternoon summer sun really warms the house, Barry provided tips to keep the house cool (or just jump in the pool!). The property was super clean, the yard was impeccable with so many hummingbirds, and we had the best time just hanging out by the pool and enjoying the views from the deck and TV room. We did attract ants in the kitchen (our bad, sorry Barry, we accidentally left food out on the counter overnight) so just make sure to keep your food secured, closed completely, or put it in the fridge. Once we did that, no ants were found. Thank you for this opportunity to relax amongst the hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barry greeted up upon arrival and gave us a tour and pointed out specific things to be mindful of while staying on the property.There are beautiful views and the home is fully equipped with anything you possibly would need.We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay ! Beautiful pool, hot tub , quiet area, short walk to restaurants and grocery store , great for biking and hiking and wine tasting !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

eleanor r.

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

Getaway done right

We decided on a staycation over the 4th of July and this property was a great venue for it. There was something to do for everyone and space to spread out. We ended up getting getting to know Barry, the host, well. He was prompt in his responses and welcoming so it came naturally to reciprocate. We'd stay at this home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Napa getaway

Nice large home with plenty of space for 8 adults. Made for a nice jumping off point for a weekend in Napa. Wish the pool was heated, otherwise enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luisa I.

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

Perfect poolside getaway for a Sonoma wedding weekend

The Glen Ellen house was cute, comfortable, and convenient for a wedding weekend trip! The pool was perfect for beating the heat and the backyard views are beautiful. It has a large and well supplied kitchen that was great for cooking our own meals. House is close to town but also tucked away in a nice neighborhood. The host Barry was helpful and communicative. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Glen Ellen house

Barry was onsite to welcome me and to give me a rundown of the property. The kitchen was great and well supplied with every sort of cooking utensil you could imagine. We didn't get to use the pool as much as we would have liked to, but it was beautiful. The layout of the house is very nice and the bedrooms were clean and well appointed. Overall, this worked out very well for my family. Thank you, Barry
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Wonderful home!

My family had a wonderful stay ! We had a blast in the pool . Deck is gorgeous. Huge Kitchen. House is much larger than anticipated. Primary bedroom is huge. Perfect bunk room for kids. Barry was very responsive and helpful. The town is so cute and a great market within walking distance. Restaurants close by. We can’t wait to come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Great location!!

Property was in an amazing location able to walk to great restaurants and local wineries. Wine snob is a short 5 minute walk away and is a great spot for a tasting! Would definitely stay again. Backyard and pool were amazing with great views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey S.

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

Lovely area, lovely stay!

You can't beat this location! The pool is much bigger than it looks in the photos and has an automatic cover which was really nice. We stayed at the end of June so it was hot without A/C (106 outside) but the pool felt great and was nice and warm. We cooked a handful of meals at the house and it was just a great experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle H.

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

Great location

Overall, we had a fabulous stay with our family. We LOVED the pool and the house was perfect for us. There is a gorgeous view and the location was just what we were looking for. The owner is friendly and personable. It should be noted that there is no central AC, but with the weather in the area, it worked out just fine! The house is spacious and was a great home base for our family during our vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Karin & Len W.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Dates Sonoma house

We were disappointed with the condition of the house. The house has many redeeming features including the backyard and the kitchen but needs maintenance, cleaning and updating. We found the house cluttered and the kitchen cabinets and refrigerator in need of cleaning and decluttering. Also the mattresses in the back bedrooms need to be replaced. Our friends were rolling to the middle in the queen and moved to the twin beds. The daybed in there was not up to par either. We were given one hand towel per couple for three days stay which is unacceptable. All in all the house was roomy and has good bones but needs major maintenance both inside and out and TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lorissa O.

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

Fabulous Stay

On our stay we had 8 women & enjoyed our stay immensely. Barry had house stocked with all essentials needed. At first we were alarmed about AC being from Louisiana, but it wasn’t even needed due to temps cooling down in evenings. House is very centrally located, everything was so close. Glen Ellen Village & The Mill was so quaint with several restaurants & even wine tasting right there. Sonoma was 45 minutes & Napa Valley an hour away & Oakland Airport was 1.5 hours. Thanks again Barry for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob G., WEST PALM BEACH

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

Great "Secret" Find

Can not say enough about how nice this place is....it was like your own little hidden secret in Glen Ellen. We were greeted by the owner and shown the property. Coming from Florida, it is unusual for a house not to have AC and I was a little concerned BUT the house has a wonderful cross breeze with just one or two windows open and it was never a thought (in fact, it was chilly one night). It was soo nice to come back to after a day of winery tours to enjoy the pool, grill up a tasty steak (the grill is awesome) and just enjoy the back porch (huge w/awning!!). It is located within easy walking distance to the little downtown area. The house has a very homey feeling with a gourmet kitchen. Check out was the easiest I think of anywhere we stayed. There are 2-1/2 baths so as 3 adult friends, we found getting ready in the mornings was very easy. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Sonoma County.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Campbell

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

Just do it!! The Getaway is Worth It!!

I found this lovely home tucked away in a beautiful Glen Ellen neighborhood for our getaway. We loved having this home as our home base for the weekend of relaxing and wine tasting. The house is quite spacious with a well equipped kitchen which we took advantage of. I wish I could recommend some of the yummy restaurants close by but having been out all day wine tasting we enjoyed a home cooked meal and hanging out. The backyard was a lovely space to enjoy with a deck (fully equipped with seating areas and a grill) to the lower tier with pool and hot tub. The views from the backyard are truly beautiful. Barry cares for his home and was a good host giving me the grand tour to help get us all oriented. Thanks for sharing your home with us Barry. Kim and Geoff/Laura and Jeff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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