The Best value on the River with Holiday discount rates on December openings
House in Russian River, CA
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
This river front house is an architect-designed, beautifully remodelled, light, airy, private retreat with commanding views of the Russian River fading into hillsides of majestic redwoods. Amazing Deck with a HOT TUB with river views. The 3 bedroom and 2 full bath house is on the point, with a deck, yard, seasonal dock (June to early October dependent on the Summer Dam), and a terrific solarium for indoor relaxing. When not on the river you are one mile from Guerneville’s unique shops, eclectic restaurant scene, and nightlife with festivals, live music and theatre. Ask about bringing a well behaved dog. This well-appointed house offers three queen size beds and a couch with high quality bedding. There are two bathrooms with soft fluffy towels for every guest as well as beach towels. The kitchen is complete for casual to gourmet dining with glassware for wine and cocktails. The house has wireless and Smart Televisions. There is a seasonal floating dock that runs from late April to early November and is dependent on the Summer Dams and the river flow. Kayaks, Canoes, Stand up Paddle Board and inter-tubes are available for your use on the river.
We warmly welcome respectful guests of all lifestyles and family set-ups! Your children are welcome though we hope you’ll help them be extra careful on the deck, dock, and around the river. We hope you enjoy your stay and return often!
Please note we have a 7 person and 3 car maximum reserved parking directly in front of the house. This is a great party house but we have full-time neighbour-friends and late night parties will be reported. After 10 PM no amplified music will be allowed on the Deck.
The cleaning fee is to remake beds, wash linens, towels, put dishes away, clean the bath, vacuum, dust, mop and replace any inventory that is used. Any parties leaving excessive dirty pots and pans or moving furniture or changing the layout of the house will charged extra in cleaning services.
Keywords: Riverfront, house, dock, deck, river views, boating, swimming, kid friendly, inquire with owner on dog visits, great deal, amenities, outdoors, solarium, yard, Wineries, Redwoods, Sonoma
We warmly welcome respectful guests of all lifestyles and family set-ups! Your children are welcome though we hope you’ll help them be extra careful on the deck, dock, and around the river. We hope you enjoy your stay and return often!
Please note we have a 7 person and 3 car maximum reserved parking directly in front of the house. This is a great party house but we have full-time neighbour-friends and late night parties will be reported. After 10 PM no amplified music will be allowed on the Deck.
The cleaning fee is to remake beds, wash linens, towels, put dishes away, clean the bath, vacuum, dust, mop and replace any inventory that is used. Any parties leaving excessive dirty pots and pans or moving furniture or changing the layout of the house will charged extra in cleaning services.
Keywords: Riverfront, house, dock, deck, river views, boating, swimming, kid friendly, inquire with owner on dog visits, great deal, amenities, outdoors, solarium, yard, Wineries, Redwoods, Sonoma
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Russian River, CA
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Reviews
5.0
Good sized house with all the basics you need. Easy access to river and comes with water toys. Checks all the boxes!
4.0
The home was very clean. It had a nice open floor plan with a great deck and hot tub. Great for families. It was located very close to Gurneville, which had good restaurants, grocery store, and shops. Kevin was a really nice host, responsive (although sometimes took over 7 hours to receive a reply when an issue was reported), and wanted to insure that we had a nice stay. There were some hiccups, which Kevin resolved when he could, and stated that the others issues would be worked on.
Biggest disappointment was the dock was not open during our June stay, thus we could not use the water toys or access the Russian River from the back of the home. The VRBO description said that it was open June to October, and we assumed it would be for our June 10-13 stay, but it was dock was not. The description should have said sometime in June, which I would have verified prior to making the final payment.
There an amazing number of books, but only one DVD (Sponge Bob). Luckily, I was able to log into my Netflix account. There were SMALL TVs in all bedrooms, and in the living room. Could not BBQ on our last night as there was no manual, and the knob settings were illegible, and we were not able to turn in on.
The reasonable rental price was indicative as there were some projects that were pending. All in all we had a nice stay and enjoyed the area. One day we went to Safari West (about 35 minute drive) and highly recommend the three-hour tour.
5.0
Great location for coastal activities
5.0
There was a hiccup between the platform and owner, to where the owner was unaware we had rented the home for this weekend. Kevin had to quickly rearrange his plans to accommodate us and did so without hesitation. I'm sure it was a huge inconvenience for him, but he was committed to making sure we were taken care of.
The home is wonderful and just as advertised. Because of stormy weather we were forced to spend more time in the home than expected, but it was comfortable and had everything we needed. The hot tub is great and private. The home is on the third floor so be prepared to climb those stairs. We had no cell service when arriving at the property so have your access code and any other info before arriving. We had to drive a few minutes back into town to get service. The wifi works great once inside. Thanks again Kevin!
5.0
We stayed a week for a family getaway. Plenty of space, very clean and kitchen is fully stocked. Deck is nice with a big jacuzzi. Location is great. You feel away from it all but you are so close to town. Having our own private dock with the canoe, stand up paddleboard, kayak and floaties already on the dock for us was great.
The only small issue was the jacuzzi (which is right off the master bedroom) goes off and on all night. I'm assuming it's filtering itself but it was hard to get used to and we had no way of turning it off. Other than that everything was great.
5.0
Nice end of summer getaway
4.0
The house is in a great location, overlooking the river and about a mile from Guerneville. We appreciated the kayaks, paddle boards and canoe available at the dock - enough for our party of 5 to all go out on the river together.
The house was spacious enough for our family/group. The large deck and view were wonderful - we enjoyed sitting in the hot tub, grilling and sipping wine out there. The host also responded quickly when we had questions about the house.
Some suggestions for improvement would be to update the kitchenware, sheets and towels and to clean the grill - it looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a long time. Also, having 2 twin beds in one bedroom instead of a full-size bed in each bedroom could better accommodate groups and families (i.e. our teenage sons did not want to be in one room and one bed). I think the couch in the living room was advertised as a pull-out, but it is not. Overall, though we had a great vacation and wold return to this house, hoping that the minor improvements could be made!
5.0
Had a great time. The owners’ instructions were all clear and the house has all you need. We were a little disappointed that the dock wasn’t out yet since the listing indicated it should be by the time we visited but the east fix is just reaching out to the owners before your stay. There are plenty of other local access points to the River, too. Not really walkable to the town (since there aren’t sidewalks and it’s a windy road) but Guerneville is super close and accessible. Loved the sun porch and deck!
4.0
Other than a few household problems we had a very enjoyable stay. Some of the things the owner can look at are: there was only one extra blanket for all three bedrooms. Shower nozzle in the guest bath needs to be upgraded it did not work properly. Sliding screen doors very difficult to open either off the track or bent. Only one burner could be lit on the barbecue had to remove the grates and the shield to manually light the other four burners. The kitchen sink faucet is frozen in one position and cannot be swung side to side. Many of the games were missing parts and cards to the particular game. a four-day stay We we’re informed at the last minute, just before entry to the home that the washer did not work. This caused an inconvenience due to our four day stay. All in all we enjoyed our stay with exception of the few inconveniences that we had to deal with.
4.0
We came for Thanksgiving 2022 and had a relaxing stay. The house was located directly on the river and we were happy to find the dock still available this late in the season. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our Thanksgiving dinner. The beds were comfortable and the home had all the amenities necessary for a family of 4.
5.0
Home has a wonderful deck for river and star gazing and a beautiful new hot tub. We spent most of the time on the deck when not out floating on the river or tasting wine or walking through the redwoods. Conveniently located but quiet. Our 5 year old granddaughter loved the toys!
5.0
Enjoyed all the amenities that were included for the stay, enjoyed the water for swimming and scenery.
5.0
Perfect
Everything you need for a getaway, close to town, all amenities for floating, kayaking or paddle boarding the river. Well-stocked kitchen with plenty of spaces to retreat and relax.
5.0
On the River
The six of us--parents, two adult kids with partners-- TREMENDOUSLY enjoyed our stay on the river. Great for just hanging out.... wine touring.... beach ratting.... soaking in the cool ( but, unfortunately, thank you drought/climate change!) low (but not too low) river. Gonna do this again!
5.0
Cozy home with great location on the river and close to town!
This is lovely property. We had all the comforts of home plus the added bonus of river front views, hot tub, floating dock and paddle equipment. We loved to kayaks and paddleboards and the dock was a wonderful spot to just relax and enjoy the birdsong on the river. We would stay again.
5.0
Family trip
We had a great stay on the Russian River. Centrally located for all the activities we wanted to do and see. Memorable stay!!
5.0
Fantastic Rental
We had a wonderful time at Kevin's house on the Russian River. The house was very clean and everything that you can think of was provided. The kitchen was well stocked. Kayaks and SUPs were provided for enjoying the river. To top it off, there was a very nice, large hot tub that everyone really enjoyed, especially since the weekend was a little chilly. It was even better than I expected.
5.0
Best vacay ever!!!
We had a wonderful tim..it was so relaxing and being able to sit out on the deck for coffee and then evening drinks was amazing.. so we’ll stocked..the kids had a wonderful time plating in the yard..too bad the weather was rainy and river so low but it did not stop them..thank you for one of our best!
5.0
Perfect getaway
The house is great, perfect holiday getaway for my family. We would definitely come back.
5.0
Guerneville
Great place for a getaway with friends. House is very roomy and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked if you’re interested in cooking. Close by to the redwoods, downtown, wine tasting and golf course. Short drive to the coast, Santa Rosa and Healdsburg.
4.0
Great spot for close eating and shopping. Also nice that it is on the river.
The ladies had a great time but we were disappointed that the hot tub wasn't working.
5.0
Great house
We enjoyed our stay. The view was beautiful. The house was clean, nicely decorated, and fully stocked with everything we may need. The neighborhood was nice and quite.
3.0
Online description not correct
Nice inside and deck. Not nice outside. Check in time not accurate. TVs don’t work- should not be in “amenities”. Owner never returned our call for assistance on day one. Not in five days! He knows his check in time isn’t accurate on Vrbo site and on his rental agreement. Doesn’t care.
1.0
The owner could not stop talking about "covid cleaning", the place was never cleaned let alone "covid clean", we even had to do the previous guests laundry of towels, sheets etcThe place was great but the experience was not relaxing
5.0
Beautiful home on the river
We loved this house. We spent most of the time on the amazing deck ( when we weren’t in the river) Being able to walk to the backyard and down the steps to access the river and use kayaks, canoe and stand up paddle boat was perfect, especially our 10 and 13 year old sons! On the deck you are surrounded by trees. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere even tho the cute downtown is super close. Beds were very comfortable and kitchen well equipped. The owner is very responsive.
2.0
Bad Experience
The owner could not stop talking about "covid cleaning", the place was never cleaned let alone "covid clean", we even had to do the previous guests laundry of towels, sheets etc
The place was great but the experience was not relaxing
5.0
Fantastic Stay on the River
The house and grounds were perfect for our family, which included an infant of 10 months. The house itself was exactly as advertised, it was well-maintained and close to town. We stayed in August, the weather was great, generally a high between 80 and 88 each day. We used the outdoor deck constantly, it provided a perfect relaxation spot with a nice river view after our midday activities (generally hikes or the beach - see below). You are literally right on the river when you stay here, which is a huge plus versus other rentals in the area that are 'near' the river but not right on it. It was super convenient walking downstairs to the dock for a quick swim in the river or for a longer kayak, paddleboard or canoe excursion, and you have no need to deal with parking / crowds around a public river beach. This house has everything you'll need for the river. There's also a fairly large rock in the middle of the river a quick kayak / paddleboard trip away, so if you have even semi-adventurous kids, they'll love climbing on the rock and jumping off of it multiple times.
We visited Armstrong Redwoods multiple times (less than 10 minutes away), and each time was fantastic. If you're an early riser, you can grab a coffee from one of the two local shops in town that open early and drive 5 minutes to Armstrong and walk through the Redwoods in the morning, which was amazing, you basically have the place to yourself (you can park in the lot just outside the visitor kiosk and walk in). The Pioneer/Discovery trails are great for those early morning walks, but they got fairly crowded during the middle parts of the day, so we opted for the East Ridge and Pool Ridge trails, which have many fewer people because they have some elevation gain (nothing too bad, good for a workout).
This property was also a great base for exploring the coast as we went into Sonoma Coast State Park several times. We explored the Kortum Trail, which is on a bluff and is mostly flat, and we went to Shell Beach, which is extremely beautiful with great sand that's not too sticky, interesting tide pools, and an overall great, peaceful vibe. We tried Goat Rock Beach as well, but it was incredibly windy when we went so we turned around and went back to Shell Beach.
We had no issues with the property or with our trip despite COVID, and with all the outdoor activities, it was easy to forget COVID even exists for awhile. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we visit the area.
5.0
Great vacation
We loved this house and location on the river. We had a couple issues arise but the owner worked hard to get them addressed. Would love to come again.
5.0
Wonderful weekend
This was a beautiful spot for a family weekend. We really appreciated the kitchen because cooking & eating together are important components of a vacation for us. It would be good to review & update the info in the white binder - the instructions for garbage, particularly, were out of date & impossible to follow.
5.0
Great house
This home was beautiful, light and with good bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen was fairly well equipped. The deck was amazing with beautiful views of the river. However, be aware that this house sits on stilts and it is three flights of stairs to get to it!!! It was very difficult for 3 of our party to get inside.
5.0
Beautiful Get Away
This property was clean and comfortable with an amazing view of the Russian River and beyond. Plenty of room for a big family although it was just the two of us. Lots of water toys available. Grounds beautiful. We enjoyed the stars and the hot tub. The Sun Room was an added bonus. Modern appliances and plenty of games or books. TV’s the bedrooms but didn’t spend much time watching when the views and outdoors were so beautiful.
5.0
Great getaway!
The house was very clean with a lot of amenities. Love the dock and water toys, the river is lazy and just out your door. Loved the balcony and hot tub. Will definitely return!
5.0
Family getaway
Cleanest place I’ve gotten through VRBO. Great location we’ll definitely be back for an earlier season stay to do some fishing.
4.0
Pleasant location
The views from the house are lovely looking out over the river.
4.0
very nice place well maintained
We loved the place, very clean, well set up. We did not get to use the kayaks and other water toys due to time of year, but all of agreed, it is a great place to stay in the summer if you have kids and enjoy the river. Only thing I noticed was such a small tv for the main room, otherwise, love the deck and bbq. love the screened in patio room, overall a very nice place to stay. Hot tub was very clean and preheated for us as well.
5.0
Comfortable, well equipped house on the river
Really enjoyed this house on the Russian River. House: great layout, well equipped, good condition. Beautiful dock and all the water toys you could possibly want. Owner was very responsive to couple of small issues we had after moving in. I would certainly go back for another visit to this lovely home.
5.0
Perfect family home
This was by far the best rental we’ve had. Toys unlimited and thoughtful touches throughout. They had a play pen, bed railing, books, and toys to play at the river from kayaks to paddle boards! Kitchen was well equipped and the owners were super nice.
3.0
Bring your coffee pot! Perhaps better suited for late Spring and Summer and 6 people
The interior of the home was nice and well taken care of. Many normal accommodations like pots and pans, books to read, plenty of board games... normal household items. The home was comfortable overall - great beds, clean, and spacious enough for a small group of people. Had a small gathering of friends over... 8 people. The detail page mentions the home sleeps 8. It does not. It sleeps 6; 7 at most. There are 3 beds and 1 couch (not a pull out) somewhat suitable for sleeping. There was as sleeping bag in the closet, perhaps that was the 8th spot for sleeping. So one of our friends got to sleep on the floor.
Small things about this home made it unworthy of a return visit and a little annoying: No coffee pot to make coffee in the morning (there is a coffee maker with no coffee pot); the hot tub was dirty and had no instructions on use that we could find; there were only 2 towels per room and only hand towels in the bathrooms - would have been great if there were more for use of the hot tub (or river if it was summer); only a few extra blankets lying around the home. This last one - while it was a winter stay I was still somewhat surprised by the condition of the exterior... the backyard was really overgrown, any outdoor furniture was completely covered in leaves and mud or dirt, and the underside of the house had all sorts of things strewn everywhere. There are no pictures of the exterior for a reason. Additionally half of the photos currently on the website are old photos.. furniture, exterior, and deck are different now.
It was a comfortable stay but not convenient or worth the money in our opinion. Will not be returning.
5.0
Great!
Wonderful house to gather with friends and family!
5.0
Perfect location
The house was clean, well stocked, and in a perfect location to enjoy both wine country and the coast. I was pleasantly surprised; it's much nicer than it appears in the pictures.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Russian River?
The average price for a rental in Russian River is R 5,180 per night. This rental is R 645 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Best value on the River with Holiday discount rates on December openings. 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 The Best value on the River with Holiday discount rates on December openings pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Best value on the River with Holiday discount rates on December openings?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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