Riverfront Cottage in Wine Country - Seasonal River Access - Dogs Stay for Free!

Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(298 Ratings)

Cottage in Monte Rio, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

Jujube has been a much loved vacation rental for almost 20 years.

Recently remodeled, Jujube has a brand new kitchen with high end stainless appliances, an updated bathroom with a marble top double sink vanity and a glass walk in shower.

Other updates inside and out: new larger flat screen televisions in the living room and bedroom, lots of new furniture, a new high efficiency convection wall heater, soft goods (curtains, bedding, towels and more), a new river view hot tub deck with seating area and two new kayaks.

Most recently we have added a private outdoor shower.

We are dog lovers, and the property is super dog friendly. Unlike most vacation rentals, we do not charge a pet fee. We've been able to continue that policy for almost ten years now because our guests have consistently been very responsible dog parents!

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Jujube is a stylish, light and airy one bedroom for two people only.

She is a thoughtfully remodeled and updated vintage cottage on the banks of the Russian River with river access (typically safe May to October) from the yard and down a metal staircase to the seasonal dock. River access is seasonal and never guaranteed.

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It is important to note that the Russian River is not safe for swimming or kayaking from November to April. The river level fluctuates constantly depending upon rain amounts, and the currents can be extremely dangerous.

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After parking in your dedicated off street parking space, you enter the property through a private garden and head down the right side of the house to the sunny riverfront deck, where you will find your outdoor seating area and wood-burning chiminea fireplace, gas grill, hot tub deck, lawn and river access with two kayaks.

There are no houses across the water from you, so it’s just the river and redwoods. Cocktails on the deck, a soak in the hot tub, swimming or kayaking in the river, or just enjoy the sun and scenery.

Entry to the house is via keyless entry code through the central pair of three French doors that open to the deck. Once inside, you will find a spacious one bedroom cottage with river views from the living room, dining room, bedroom and bathroom and a garden view from the kitchen.

Read a book, watch a movie on the large flat screen television or just relax in the living room in front of the wood burning fireplace, in the leather lounge chair or in the vintage rocking chair.

The open kitchen is well-equipped for your stay, ready for morning coffee and toast on the deck or a gourmet meal for two at the river view dining table.

The sun sets over the river and redwoods you see from the comfy, cozy bedroom. There’s plenty of storage, extra blankets and pillows, and another flat screen television.

Off the bedroom is the bath, with a marble double vanity, walk in glass door shower, extra towels and a separate exit to the deck.

Back outside where most guests begin and end their days at Jujube, the river changes hour by hour and season by season, from placid mornings to sunny afternoons to starry nights, which tend to be cool year round.

Light a fire, enjoy a glass of local Pinot. And welcome to Jujube.

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Your total booking cost will include the nightly rate, a cleaning fee, occupancy tax (same rate as a hotel room) and a refundable security deposit. VRBO now also may charge a service fee.

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DETAILED AMENITIES
Riverfront Property, River & Redwood Views
Private Path to Seasonal Beach and River Access (you can kayak to the ocean)
Less than 10 miles from where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean
Very Dog Friendly!
Keyless Entry
1 Bedroom (queen)
1 Bathroom (walk in shower)
All linens and towels provided
Propane fired wall heater (living room)
Wood Burning Fireplace (living room)
2 Cable TVs
50" Flatscreen TV Streaming Enabled (just enter your login and password), DVD and Bluetooth surround sound bar
Flatscreen TV in Bedroom Streaming Enabled
Wireless Broadband Internet
Large Stainless Refrigerator in the Kitchen
Stainless Dishwasher
Stainless Gas Range
Coffee Maker, Microwave, Fully Equipped Kitchen
River View Dining Table
Riverfront Deck with Deck Chairs, Outdoor Fireplace, Gas Grill and River View Dining Counter
Hot Tub Deck(2 person)
Back Yard with path/metal staircase to Seasonal Beach and River Access
Two Seasonal Kayaks
Walking Distance to Dining, Cocktails, the Monte Rio Beach, the Monte Rio Theater and more.
Short Drive to Wine Tasting, Golf, Hiking, Coast

Maximum Occupancy: Two Persons
Maximum Vehicles: One
Sonoma County TOT Certificate

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(298 Ratings)
6.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
The Good: The bathroom and kitchen were great. The bed was also great. The Disappointing: The online photos showed the living area bright and light. The deck had no sun on it until 4pm each day, and there were only small lamps in the living area so it was dark, with the exception of the bedroom and the bathroom. The kitchen had good lighting. I was grateful for the heater as the house was cold, and you're required to provide your own wood. No coffee filters, but we found a cafe filtre that worked. We were disappointed mostly in the lack of light and left early so as not to spend another dark evening.
8.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This is a cute bungalow for sure with some caveats. First - When we checked in we found a pile of small pale squishy things on the end of the bed on the window side. There was also a pile of brown 'sand' like dust against the wall right there next to the bed as well. With further investigation we discovered they were termite eggs! And the brown 'dust' is wood dust/termite poo. I looked up and sure enough on the ceiling (which is painted wood) you can see remnants of dead insects and cob/spider webs. Second - The cottage is directly on the river which is awesome, but on the other side of the river is the 116 main road and so there is traffic noise pretty much most of the day and evening. So sitting out staring at the river you don't get a quiet peaceful soundscape, you get traffic noise. Third - As some have noted, the wi-fi is pretty weak. In the living room, sometimes, and especially in the bedroom, the television had trouble streaming consistently, which again, not a problem if you don't watch TV at night, but it was the Olympics so... Just be aware. Fourth- The only fenced area is a very petite from garden area. There is irrigation in this small gravel covered front 'yard', which comes on automatically around 8:30 am. Unfortunately the pipes have come looses and spray water at you as you walk by, it was quite a surprise, but it was warm that day so no big deal... There are pros: The bed was reasonably comfortable, the outdoor shower wonderful, kitchen well equipped.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
spent our anniversary in this magical spot. We hiked, kayaked, swam, sat in the hot tub, showered outside, cooked, read and relaxed. Watched the ospreys in the tree across the river. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable. Wished we could have stayed longer. Thank you Bridgette!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We really loved this spot. It’s dog friendly, there is a yard for them to play, kitchen was nice, bed was comfortable. They have access to the river and kayaks so we took our dogs out. We had a great time! Would stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
A very nice place. Although next to other homes, the place feel very private. Beautiful scenery.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This was our second time staying at the cottage, and my wife me and Mac our dog loved it! It’s great being right on the water, having an outdoor fireplace, a beautiful new deck on the river, two kayaks, and an outdoor shower! Need I say more.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We both loved the property, the access to the river, everything we could want was close by. The house is very cozy and had everything we could want. We also drove to the ocean a few times to let our dog run on the beach. Bodega Bay and Jenner are close by. The house and property are very private and tucked into the beautiful tall redwoods. We liked the neighborhood and all in all we had a lovely time. We would go back.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, in a good location, and in a nice walkable neighborhood. We had a lot of fun using the kayaks. I would recommend the home for a relaxing place to stay on the river.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Monte Rio?

The average price for a rental in Monte Rio is $397 per night. This rental is $5 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Riverfront Cottage in Wine Country - Seasonal River Access - Dogs Stay for Free!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Riverfront Cottage in Wine Country - Seasonal River Access - Dogs Stay for Free! pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Riverfront Cottage in Wine Country - Seasonal River Access - Dogs Stay for Free!?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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