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

9.9

Outstanding(36 Reviews)

House in Russian River, CA

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

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

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

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!

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

9.8 mi

Goat Rock State Beach - Sonoma Coast State Park

6.6 mi

Fort Ross State Historic Park

18 mi

Safari West

33.1 mi

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

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9.9

Outstanding(36 Reviews)

House in Russian River, CA

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

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

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

9.8 mi

Goat Rock State Beach - Sonoma Coast State Park

6.6 mi

Fort Ross State Historic Park

18 mi

Safari West

33.1 mi

Reviews

9.9

Outstanding(36 Reviews)

10.0

Aug 2024

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!

10.0

Aug 2024

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!

10.0

Jul 2024

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.

10.0

Jul 2024

We spent two days with a party of 7. Plenty of places in the house and in the surroundings.

10.0

Apr 2024

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!

10.0

Feb 2024

very good

10.0

Jan 2024

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!

10.0

Jan 2024

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!

10.0

Nov 2023

Local girls getaway. I had never even heard of Duncan's Mills and it is lovely. Beautiful in itself and close to beautiful things. The house was so much fun. Lovingly restored, super comfortable, aesthetically fantastic. Good instructions book, which is always super appreciated. We did have reason to call the owner once about hot water in one of the bathrooms and she couldn't have responded any quicker. It wouldn't have been a big deal as there are two bathrooms, but one of our guests had recent knee surgery and was trying to avoid stairs. All in all, it really is a fun place to stay. Not everyday you get to live in a true and beautiful victorian.

10.0

Oct 2023

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.

10.0

Sep 2023

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!

10.0

Jul 2023

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.

10.0

Jun 2023

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.

10.0

Jun 2023

Great interiors, historic layout, beautiful scene.

10.0

May 2023

We will definitely stay here again. Really great location and a lovely place with a well equipped kitchen.

10.0

Jan 2023

Beautiful Historic Inn. We had a great time.

10.0

Dec 2022

I booked this so we (2 adults, a 21 year old, and 14) could get near the coast - even in the winter- from living near Sacramento. We could bring our dog which was important to us. Plenty of bedroom and sitting space, good kitchen , hot tub and a lot of character made this a great place. Yes , as other reviews state, Internet is weak, so not a heavy work from home, or stream place or a place to watch live TV- it won’t happen. If you need that , don't book here. House floors are cold so bring house slippers. Rooms have good hvac systems. It’s over 150 years old and better than many places 30 years old. Upper master is quant and great with many amenities. if your under 5’10, you will love it. I am 6’4” so I struggled in bathroom and hit my head a few times walking around. I like having a bathroom suite so I chose that over headroom :). Town is nice. Great little country store. Went to goat beach which was amazing. We will return.

10.0

Nov 2022

Historic home with plenty of indoor and outdoor space near a quaint town. Enjoyed the place

10.0

Nov 2022

We loved everything about out 3-night stay in this lovely, historic Duncans Mills home! We hiked, we kayaked, we explored the Russian River roadways, and the charming shopping village. This 1880's home was the perfect spot for our two families (with teen boys): wi-fi worked great, kitchen was beyond well-appointed, and the parlor room was perfect for playing card games in front of a fire. We'll be back!

10.0

Sep 2022

Stayed here with friends, their children and a set of dogs...it was perfect. Quiet house, lots of land and set back from the street. We all had places to be alone and also enjoyed the welcoming communal areas, especially the kitchen. Highly recommend!

10.0

Aug 2022

We’ve stayed here two years in a row and hope to come back again and again. The owner, Karen, is very friendly and helpful, and the house itself is uniquely beautiful and had everything we needed for our week long stay. Within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of duncan mills and just a few minutes from jenner, occidental, northwood golf course, the river… our family loves this place.

10.0

Jul 2022

What a gorgeous place

What a gorgeous place

We had a weekend away with girlfriends in Duncans Mills - the house was perfect. Everything about it felt inviting, the hot tub was a nice touch for the afternoon, the kitchen was well stocked, the location was secluded and yet close to things. Loved waking up to the sound of cows!

10.0

Jul 2022

Charming, wonderful stay!

Charming, wonderful stay!

Incredibly charming house. Meticulously decorated in an antique style, well stocked kitchen (eg hand beater for baking, good knives, baking sheets, etc), beautiful bedrooms & bathrooms, good seating area for conversation & games. It’s a <5 min walk to the adorable, tiny town of Duncan Mills. Do bring warm clothes — the house is very chilly at night! Really lovely stay!

10.0

May 2022

Lovely retreat!

Lovely retreat!

The home was lovely, it was everything that was described. The location of the home to the beach was perfect. It was lovely to walk to the store locations and restaurants, we had so much fun enjoying what they had to offer. I would highly recommend this home if you want to shut down and disconnect and reconnect with yourself, your family or friends. It was so nice to shut off the phones, iPads and computers. Play games, just sit around and talk and enjoy each other's company. Highly recommend!

10.0

Apr 2022

Beautiful and Special Home near the river

Beautiful and Special Home near the river

My friends and I had such a wonderful stay at the Inn. There were 7 of us total and we were very comfortable in the spacious and gorgeous home. We loved the unique and vintage design of the home. From the hot-tub to the piano, we enjoyed all the amenities. The inn is walking distance to a restaurant, bar and a few other fun businesses. We spent Saturday a short drive away on the river in Guerneville. We stayed in Saturday night because the house was so fun we didn't want to leave!

10.0

Mar 2022

Spring escape

Spring escape

Historic house with charm Perfect for friends to cook hike and visit

8.0

Dec 2021

Christmas Trip 2021

Christmas Trip 2021

The home is charming, well-appointed and well equipped for a several days stay. We were very disappointed by the fact there was no cell phone coverage at the property, and the wi-fi at the home was virtually nonexistent. There was a tv at the house however it could only be used by streaming. Because of the poor internet quality, it might as well of been absent as an amenity. The master bedroom had no closet or rack to hang clothes, also no window coverings, hence the light shone in the bedroom all night long! We stayed during the week of Christmas, we wanted to catch up on sleep and relax with a few Christmas movies, we noticed that 5G was able in this location, but not at Duncan House! Had the host/owner disclosed the lack of phone coverage and pathetic internet situation, we most definitely would not have spent our Christmas 2021 at the Duncan House.

10.0

Nov 2021

Beautiful spot for a family getaway

Beautiful spot for a family getaway

This is a lovingly restored old house full of beautiful antique furniture. The kitchen and bathrooms are modern and well equipped. The house is set back from the highway and very quiet, but only a short walk into town. Highly recommended.

10.0

Sep 2021

Perfectly perfect.

Perfectly perfect.

We k ew instantly that Duncan House is special- to feel a part of such a perfectly balanced historic moment. The houses history, with the amazing antiques, artwork, views, town, forest, river, coupled with such kind and considerate hosting. Add in the stillness of evening fog, cows, killer kitty, and an evening glowing soak and history was made for us all. Each room has its own epic. Just beautiful in every way. If west Sonoma means anything to you, you can’t not spend some time here. It’s required :)

10.0

Sep 2021

Perfection!

Perfection!

We had a lovely stay at this charming property. The host has gone to great lengths to assure that each room is sparkling clean, very comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. The kitchen is well stocked with both cooking and pantry items. The many, many beautiful plants inside and outside provided us hours of pleasurable viewing. The hot tub was a hit. And the walking proximity to a small enclave of great stores and restaurants and a bakery further enhanced our vacation. Thank you very much for providing us with such a beautiful vacation stay!

10.0

Aug 2021

Excellent!!!!

Excellent!!!!

What an amazing house!!!! Thank you!!!

10.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful Home

Beautiful Home

The house is very large with tons of space for everyone to gather, eat and play games. It is in a great location next to restaurants, shops, the Russian River, and the beach.

10.0

Jul 2021

Unique and wonderful

Unique and wonderful

The Duncan House’s host, Karen, is very responsive and helpful throughout the rental process, though after checking in there wasn’t anything we needed from her because the House is so completely and beautifully appointed. It’s an old, charming building and everything works - plenty of hot water, the appliances are new, the hot tub and bbq in great shape, the towels soft, etc… The location allows for a quick walk to the shops and restaurants of Duncan’s Mills as well as a beautiful set of hiking trails off of nearby freezeout road, and goat rock state beach and Northwood golf course are a short drive away. Our family of five adults all love the place and hope to rent it again when we return to the River area next year.

10.0

May 2021

Amazing historic getaway

Amazing historic getaway

Historic home with period decor that made the setting as if you were experiencing its history. So peaceful and quiet with all the necessary amenities. Easy walking distance to Duncan’s Mills with its unique shops and restaurants and friendly people. Easy access to beaches, trails, and Russian River activities. Owner was very accessible and helpful. Can’t wait to visit again!

10.0

Nov 2020

Great house

Great house

Great House

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Russian River?

The average price for a rental in Russian River is $451 per night. This rental is $389 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

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

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

What amenities are available at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

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

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

House in Russian River, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

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

House in Russian River, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Russian River?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

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

What amenities are available at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

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