Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

House in Russian River, CA

13 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 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

This 3,700 sqft open floor plan home will leave you awe struck the minute you enter with it's rustic pirate themed decor and unique touches throughout the home.
This home was constructed using old growth timber from the Fort Bragg bridges and the Potter Valley Lumber Mill with over 1,300 lineal feet of large timber mixed with patina sheet metal and 36 feet high ceilings. It features an arched bridge spanning over 20 feet across open air space to access the master bedroom. The home is sitting on a 7.5 acre land overlooking the Kelseyville valley. The home also offers a 40,000 gallons deep water swimming pool, hot tub, gas fire pit and a large bar.

The Space
A private road will lead you up the hill to the of this one of a kind Barn structure, we call it The Shack on the Hill. As you walk in through the double entry doors, be ready to be wowed! The main floor has open floor plan with high ceilings, 2 seating areas, fully functional kitchen, large dining area and a bar. Once you come up the stairs, the second floor has 2 bridges - one connecting to the master bedroom and one connecting to the loft area. It has 3 spacious bedrooms, a loft and a laundry room.

Features of this home
- over 3,700 sqft of space with giant wood posts and beams with patina metal walls
- Conreate floors with radiant heat downstairs
- A statement wood burning fireplace in the living area
- 36' high ceiling with a life size pirate hanging from the ceiling
- An arched steel bridge spanning over 20'
- unique touches throughout the space
- 40,000 gallon deep water pool with a rock waterfall
- Hot tub(s)
- In ground built in gas fire pit
- beautiful views of the valley with lookout deck and a gazebo
- lot to explore on this 7 acre property

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

56.6 mi

Goat Rock State Beach - Sonoma Coast State Park

68.8 mi

Fort Ross State Historic Park

64.2 mi

Safari West

58.3 mi

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Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views

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5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

House in Russian River, CA

13 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 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

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

56.6 mi

Goat Rock State Beach - Sonoma Coast State Park

68.8 mi

Fort Ross State Historic Park

64.2 mi

Safari West

58.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(34 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Every detail of this house has so much personality. We all loved it

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Three generations enjoyed a wonderful girls getaway at the Shack on the Hill. This large house is full of delightful surprises and the pool and gardens are perfect for relaxing together. Wayne and Nina made us feel welcome and took care of all our needs. We will be back.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

The Shack on The Hill is everything as shown on the VRBO listing, and then some. The place is Eclectic, my family and the teens were engaged the entire time. This could easily be a movie set or place at Disneyland. And it’s located where views of the area are pretty relaxing 😎 Great Thanksgiving time away

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Really cool house, great backyard, had everything we needed provided

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Loved the place and time spent together!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

The area is nice and beautiful. The views are amazing and the house is wonderful. The pool was extremely cold which made it difficult to swim. Also, some of the burners on the stove were not functioning making cooking inside a bit tricky. Overall, a very nice place that I would consider stayig at again.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Hands down one of the coolest and unique properties you will ever encounter. Many cool features and the flow of the home is very well thought out. Here’s our experience: First stepping in the house, you’ll feel how much space there actually is. The floors are well maintained, clean and warm and the home smells pretty great! The sound system works for indoor and outdoors The kitchen is large with a reverse osmosis water drinking system. Plenty of pots, pans and dishware. Plenty of prep space for food. The stove top knobs are a bit difficult to turn, but once you figure them out they’re fairly easy to work with. there’s alot of space in the living room and bar. The outdoor space is incredible with a gas fire place that we utililized at nighttime. Hot tub is great! Unfortunately, pool isn’t heated but wouldn’t be a problem during summer heat. The outlook area is a great place to spend some quiet time. Upstairs bedrooms are great! All beds are comfy and clean. There are extra beds in 2 of the bedrooms that are not shown in the pics. Really unique features upstairs with some pirates hanging around. Overall, this is an incredible space with well thought out aesthetics and flow. Communication with owners are easy. Don’t pass up on this property!

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Overall we had an excellent stay. The house is eclectic in a great way. From the jukebox to the football table to the pirate hanging from the ceiling. Had some minor needs along the way. Wayne was super attentive and helpful filling those needs. absolutely would stay again.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Loved this property. We had three families and our trip was really amazing. The house is well equipped with everything and the pictures probably don't do justice to the stay experience. Wayne the house manager was amazing with the house tour. Nina, the new owner reached out to check on us and responded promptly to any of our queries. Already shared the listing with so many of our friends

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Was hoping for a little getaway after thanksgiving and what a pleasant surprise. For once the place is better than the photos. Everything is so clean. So well maintained. The property is gorgeous! Already talking about coming back. So much fun. The host was so accommodating. Wayne gave us a great tour and we felt at home. Great town. Went to the Dickens festival and hung out with the locals. Love this place!!!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

This house is amazing! So fun! Staff (Wayne) is very attentive and nice. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Brad for sharing this jem with us! 🤗

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

We stayed for an anniversary trip and everything was sooooo perfect. The house is very neat. Always something to look at or do. Very very well stocked. I would recommend bringing a good fan if you stay in the summer. It gets pretty warm. Me and my friends can't wait to stay again in the future

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

The Shack provided a wonderful retreat in a unique and beautiful setting. The valley view was breathtaking and the property itself was amazing.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

This property is likely going to the most interesting house we will ever stay in, in our entire lives! The decor is so fun! The property location is perfect, atop a hill but also very close to local amenities (grocery store, take-out options, downtown, the Lake). The children loved exploring the house and even more loved the pool. The view was amazing! There is no doubt that this house has (and will continue) provide many families with great memories.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

The Shack on the Hill was much more impressive in person than online. The moment we got to the property we were in awe! At least every half hour someone would comment about how cool it was. It's so unique and fun! It has a great flow to the floor plan too so it makes it easy to socialize. We had a blast and can't wait to go back! Wayne was amazing too in explaining all the amenities for us.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

We had the best time staying at the Shack. There is so many tiny details that you could see something new each day. The views are amazing and you can’t beat that fireplace. The master bed is super comfy and our family really had a great time!

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2022

The home was absolutely beautiful and brad was great and very accommodating

2.5 / 5.0

Mar 2022

Great place. Lots of parking for those who have boats. Wayne was very helpful with getting familiar with all the amenities. Very nice people.

2.5 / 5.0

Jan 2022

Thie Shack on the Hill would always be one of my favorite places .The owner ”Brad”is a super host.He deserves a 5 stars for VRBO.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2021

I wish I had the time to type out the novel length review this vacation home deserves! We took our family of 10 here for Labor Day weekend with the intent to spend most of the time at Clear Lake, but the amenities were so amazing at Shack on the Hill that we opted not to leave this private resort! Or as our kids would call it “Pirate Resort”! We couldn’t have found a more exciting and accommodating vacation home to have our family weekend getaway! From the huge beautiful resort style pool, to the breathtaking views, to the pirate fun house for the kids (and adults!), to our own private party stage and bar with disco ball, to the finishing touch of a rope swing, I really can’t think of one single thing I could add to this perfect vacation spot…other than maybe a pirate ship somewhere on the private acreage! And on top of ALL that…the owner, Brad, and property manager, Wayne, couldn’t have given us a warmer welcome! Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay at your AMAZING vacation home Brad!! We had a truly wonderful stay and we will count the days for our next booking! We also decided that as cool as the name “Shack on the Hill” is, this name does not do it justice! You need to add “WONDERLAND Shack on the Hill”😍! Cheers🍻, -The Verberne Family

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2021

The owner of this house “Shack On The Hill” must have a superb taste on putting things together which combined with location,theme,and fantasy dreams.Three nights staying at Shack has passed by so fast I wish I could stay even longer since my niece and nephew enjoyed everything around them;swinging ropes,swinging pool,and the hot tub.And most of all the owner and the caretaker Brad and Wayne are so nice and very helpful and easy to reach..We will be back again soon.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

The pictures don’t do this place enough justice - it’s such a creative oasis. Our family very much enjoyed our time! We highly recommend booking a stay at the Shack on the Hill.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

The pictures really don't do it justice - a big interior space, full of adventurous decor (pirates! elephant!), a great kitchen, a fantastic bar lounge. Outside, there was almost never a moment when someone wasn't in the pool or hot tubs. Lots of outdoor seating, fire pits, grills and a griddle. We had a stellar time, and hope to return again and again.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

We rented this property for my daughter’s 11th birthday. She brought a friend with her. The girls had a great time. The Shack is really close to the lake and the town. It has AC which is great cuz it was hot this weekend. The pool is great and the property itself is huge so the kids had a lot to do. Wayne, the property manager and Brad the owner are amazing to communicate with. The only downside is because of its remote location, internet is spotty… but it worked out great because it prevented me from checking work emails. So it’s not a real downside since we had a lot of QT with no screens. We had a great time and will likely rent this place again. ☺️

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

I brought my wife, our adult kids and grandkids and we loved it. House was like a disneyland ride. We had a couple minor issues with power and toilets but I called their guy and he showed up to fix it right away. Pool and hot tubs were never empty and the free jukebox is great.

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2021

The listing and photos don't even come close to seeing this property and the experience that comes with it first hand. It was amazing in person and my group of friends all had a lifetime of memories together because of what this property had to offer us. Awesome pool, kitchen, bar, sleeping areas, views, plenty of open area inside the barn, interesting barn construction materials and decorations for visual pleasures. The hosts were great in communication, property introduction and anything that we needed within reason. We can't wait to book it again sometime in the future. This place will not disappoint you in anyway!!!!!

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2021

We had the most excellent stay. The pool, the hot, and the bar were so fun. The view is insane. Already can't wait to stay again!!

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Great property and great hosts in a pretty location. We'll be back!

2.5 / 5.0

May 2021

Brad’s place is a great spot! Very cool unique property with a great outdoor space and view, great for a group. The jukebox was a hit. Brad was great and would definitely recommend to others!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Russian River is R 5,234 per night. This rental is R 10,663 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views. Enjoy the water!

Is Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views 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 Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views

House in Russian River, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views

House in Russian River, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Russian River, CA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and 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 Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Unique Stay! Pool/ Hot Tub/ Game Room/ Bar/ Views?

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