10/10 Excellent
Shelly M.
12 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelly M.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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Modern Wine Country Cottage in Historic Healdsburg, Premiere Location
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Healdsburg, CA
- Place, SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek10 min walk
- Place, Dry Creek Vineyard11 min walk
- Place, Wilson Winery3 min drive
- Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Modern Wine Country Cottage in Historic Healdsburg, Premiere Location
*FLEXIBLE Cancellation Policy, Exemplary Cleaning Protocols and Contactless Check-in*
Location! Location Location!!!
Our property is smack dab in the middle of one of the most prestigious wine growing regions in Sonoma County - Dry Creek Valley. The First Crush Cottage is just five miles out of the historic, quaint town of Healdsburg. This renovated, charming, modern cottage provides it all.
Spectacular vineyards surround the meticulously landscaped grounds. It offers terrific location and access to some of the best wineries and restaurants in the world.
The cottage is walking distance to wineries and the historic Dry Creek General Store and just six minutes by car to downtown Healdsburg.
Every stay at the First Crush Cottage also includes a complimentary tasting at world renowned winery - Lambert Bridge. This seated tasting will include a flight of Bordeaux wines expertly paired with local cheeses. This experience will take place in the comfort of their redwood barrel room and is hosted by a Lambert Bridge wine educator. The tasting is valid up to four people and reservations are required at least 24 hours advance. The value of this experience is $75 per person.
Enjoy our garden from May to October and help yourself to the complimentary fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs located on the grounds.
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TOT Certificate # - 680N
Keywords: Vacation House
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$150 Pet Fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Healdsburg
Located in Healdsburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Dry Creek Vineyard and Unti Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek and Healdsburg Center for the Arts. Raven Performing Arts Theater and Dom Whitney Tasting Lounge are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
Healdsburg, CA
What's nearby
- SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Dry Creek Vineyard - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Unti Vineyards - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Wilson Winery - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Healdsburg Plaza - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Los Plebes Taco Truck - 5 min drive
- The Lodge at Healdsburg - 5 min drive
- Dry Creek General Store - 6 min walk
- Francis Ford Coppola Winery - 8 min drive
- Folia Bar & Kitchen - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
James M.
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terry D.
22 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terry D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenelle M.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Jenelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacquelyn S.
9 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Healdsburg 2025
Jacquelyn S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
6 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was a wonderful home with a great kitchen, outdoor barbecue and two wonderful bedrooms.
Kim K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
18 Nov, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Susan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Rita M.
21 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fantastic Place in Dry Creek
Rita M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula R.
15 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage for two couples
Paula R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ron H.
22 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Ron H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Rita M.
3 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun wine country getaway place
Rita M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Denise N.
1 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
Denise N.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bobby T.
14 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Bobby T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
21 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
18 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Healdsburg
Kim K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natalie R.
2 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat
Natalie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Rita M.
30 Mar, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent find!
Rita M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Meg M.
14 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in a great spot
Meg M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Laurel P.
9 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable
Laurel P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
19 Oct, 2017
Outstanding Wine Country Getaway!
Jeff B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Chrissie L.
9 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and a wonderful host
Chrissie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
14 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Kim K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Michael W.
9 Jul, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage in Dry Creek Valley
Michael W.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Trish C.
12 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing wine country property
Trish C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Betsy B.
4 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wine country reunion with old friends
Betsy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
About the host
Hosted by Kimberly DesJardine
My husband and I purchased the First Crush Cottage as a weekend getaway from our hectic life in San Francisco.
It is the refuge that we go to relax, unwind and exhale. Our girls, who are now grown, spent their childhood exploring the vineyards, canoeing the Russian River and discovering the rich countryside on hikes and bikes.
Over the years, our backyard has been host to a multitude of food and wine feasts with our friends and family. The fond memories are endless and rich.
Twenty years later and we still can't get enough of Healdsburg and our little slice of wine country heaven.
It is the refuge that we go to relax, unwind and exhale. Our girls, who are now grown, spent their childhood exploring the vineyards, canoeing the Russian River and discovering the rich countryside on hikes and bikes.
Over the years, our backyard has been host to a multitude of food and wine feasts with our friends and family. The fond memories are endless and rich.
Twenty years later and we still can't get enough of Healdsburg and our little slice of wine country heaven.
Why they chose this property
In the heart of Dry Creek Valley, the First Crush Cottage sits between miles and miles of beautiful vineyards and picture perfect countryside. You can walk to a half dozen wineries or mosey up the street to the historic Dry Creek General Store, where you'll find the best sandwiches in the county.
The bucolic town of Healdsburg is home to world class wineries, the best of farm to table dining and a host of unique specialty retail and antique stores line its quaint town square.
It is no wonder that Healdsburg continually tops America's Best Small Towns lists.
The bucolic town of Healdsburg is home to world class wineries, the best of farm to table dining and a host of unique specialty retail and antique stores line its quaint town square.
It is no wonder that Healdsburg continually tops America's Best Small Towns lists.
What makes this property unique
The First Crush Cottage is:
-The best of both worlds. Nestled in majestic wine country vineyards and just five minutes from downtown Healdsburg.
-Beautifully appointed furnishings and meticulously landscaped grounds with hobby vineyard.
-Walking distance to wineries and the Dry Creek General Store.
-Fully equipped to meet all of your culinary needs including outdoor grill and herb garden May-October.
Each rental also includes wine and cheese tasting for four at the renowned Lambert Bridge Winery ($200 value).
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