During the crazy bay-area power outages (fires) we sought a place with power. Ours was scheduled to be out in the Oakland area. Mgmt was very responsive and proactive in communication as we tried to urgently figure out if this house would have power or not. They were extremely accommodating.

If you're eyeing this property because you'd like a well heated pool, think again. I spoke with the owner and we agreed that I'd pay the heating costs and manage the temperature on my end. He agreed, I sent a deposit to cover costs, he unlocked the pool heater remotely. The heated pool was the main factor in my decision to stay at Casa Sonoma by myself during the pandemic. As a pool enthusiast, I know the equipment and how long a pool of that size needs to reach 80F, the default setting for most pools, so I turned it on Friday morning. By Saturday noon it was a perfect 89F. Then the landscaper came and instead of me enjoying the pool I waited for him to mow the lawn then use a blower which covered the pool in debris. There wasn’t a functional pool net. I turned the pool heater off Saturday evening, on Sunday morning, off Sunday evening. An 80F pool is ideal for intense exercise and swimming laps and maybe hot summer days, but if you want to lounge the recommended temp is 86-92. Google it. On Monday I set the heater to 90F but after a couple hours it wasn't heating and was set back to 82F. Hmm. The owner texted he was getting a warning that the pool is going above 82F and that can 'overload the system'. He said I had 'tripped the safety switch' and the system isn’t 'rated to go higher than 82F without risking damage to the equipment'. If you know anything about pools there are some problems with this interaction. The Jandy Jxi pool heater there is designed to operate continuously and heats water at 104F while on. It doesn’t run hotter or colder to heat the pool or spa to a temperature, it only runs less or longer. There isn’t a safety switch and the warning was an app notification because I set the pool temperature higher than the owner’s preference. There also isn’t 'overload' from heating the pool 12F less than the owner's preferred 102F spa setting. I was never told & it’s not written in the listing, contract, or stay guide, that there is an arbitrary 82F owner remotely enforced maximum pool temperature. The owner misrepresented his preference as being the maximum for the equipment and being safety or equipment related and reneged on our agreement after I'd paid and was halfway through the trip. Luckily he allowed me to set the Nest thermostat and hot tub to my preferred temperatures. I paid the gas bill in full after the trip. I expect honest and clear communication from property managers and I didn't get either.

If you're eyeing this property because you'd like a well heated pool, think again. I spoke with the owner and we agreed that I'd pay the heating costs and manage the temperature on my end. He agreed, I sent a deposit to cover costs, he unlocked the pool heater remotely. The heated pool was the main factor in my decision to stay at Casa Sonoma by myself during the pandemic. As a pool enthusiast, I know the equipment and how long a pool of that size needs to reach 80F, the default setting for most pools, so I turned it on Friday morning. By Saturday noon it was a perfect 89F. Then the landscaper came and instead of me enjoying the pool I waited for him to mow the lawn then use a blower which covered the pool in debris. There wasn’t a functional pool net. I turned the pool heater off Saturday evening, on Sunday morning, off Sunday evening. An 80F pool is ideal for intense exercise and swimming laps and maybe hot summer days, but if you want to lounge the recommended temp is 86-92. Google it. On Monday I set the heater to 90F but after a couple hours it wasn't heating and was set back to 82F. Hmm. The owner texted he was getting a warning that the pool is going above 82F and that can 'overload the system'. He said I had 'tripped the safety switch' and the system isn’t 'rated to go higher than 82F without risking damage to the equipment'. If you know anything about pools there are some problems with this interaction. The Jandy Jxi pool heater there is designed to operate continuously and heats water at 104F while on. It doesn’t run hotter or colder to heat the pool or spa to a temperature, it only runs less or longer. There isn’t a safety switch and the warning was an app notification because I set the pool temperature higher than the owner’s preference. There also isn’t 'overload' from heating the pool 12F less than the owner's preferred 102F spa setting. I was never told & it’s not written in the listing, contract, or stay guide, that there is an arbitrary 82F owner remotely enforced maximum pool temperature. The owner misrepresented his preference as being the maximum for the equipment and being safety or equipment related and reneged on our agreement after I'd paid and was halfway through the trip. Luckily he allowed me to set the Nest thermostat and hot tub to my preferred temperatures. I paid the gas bill in full after the trip. I expect honest and clear communication from property managers and I didn't get either.

Comfortable, near many activities, spa fun, host accessible.

My family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home. The yard is huge and lovely with a fruiting date palm, big pool and hot tub under the stars. We loved starting and ending our day outside looking at the trees, birds and stars. The house is spacious and clean and the location is convenient for walks in Jack London state park or a regional reserve, as well as picking up groceries at Glen Ellen market or takeout from the many great restaurants minutes away. The host is helpful and responsive. Thanks for your great hospitality!

Our family truly enjoyed our stay at Tom's property. It is well appointed throughout the whole house (kitchen utensils, spices, towels, paper products, sheets, etc.). The house, although not huge, is well laid out and fully functional. Our two children loved the pool but the grounds were amazing as well. The lawn is large and there is an area with paths and plants that made the kids feel like they were out in nature. Beyond the property, working with the homeowner (Tom) was an absolute delight! We booked for 5 days in September and were worried about the recent fires. He kept us up-to-date on current conditions and was willing to work with us if the situation changed. The only thing I want to point out is the property sits on a corner and one of the roads is high traffic. There was some street noise but it didn't detract from our enjoyment of the property. We just used the outdoor speakers on the porch to lessen the impact. Even so, we would come back in a heartbeat!

Our family truly enjoyed our stay at Tom's property. It is well appointed throughout the whole house (kitchen utensils, spices, towels, paper products, sheets, etc.). The house, although not huge, is well laid out and fully functional. Our two children loved the pool but the grounds were amazing as well. The lawn is large and there is an area with paths and plants that made the kids feel like they were out in nature. Beyond the property, working with the homeowner (Tom) was an absolute delight! We booked for 5 days in September and were worried about the recent fires. He kept us up-to-date on current conditions and was willing to work with us if the situation changed. The only thing I want to point out is the property sits on a corner and one of the roads is high traffic. There was some street noise but it didn't detract from our enjoyment of the property. We just used the outdoor speakers on the porch to lessen the impact. Even so, we would come back in a heartbeat!

We had a great stay. The owner was prompt and attentive to any/all requests. We had a fabulous stay!!! Highly recommended this property. Such a welcoming property!!!

We loved the big yard, pool and fire pit. House had everything we needed.

Beautiful house with every amenity possible for the kids and chef

Good location, central to plaza and wineries. Relaxing and perfect size for a girls weekend away or a few families to come relax. Thanks Tom!

Very nice property in the heart of wine country

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Sonoma. The owner made the process very smooth and the home was just what we expected. Loved the outdoor area. We would definitely stay here again.

That is the only word that we can use for this property and Tom - ease of use - simple instruction and the property and weather just what

Renting this property was a breeze! Would definitely visit again!

The property was clean and exactly as photographed on the listing. It is a perfect place to stay for a couples getaway to travel to wineries in both Sonoma and Napa. We enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Thanks for a great stay!

House was very comfortable and centrally located in Sonoma, just a few miles from town. owner was great and responded whenever we needed anything. 3 couples fit comfortably in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath house. Backyard was very large with pool and hot tub, would be great summer get a way! fire pit added a fun night after wine tasting all day! would highly recommend!

We loved Casa Sonoma. It is a comfortable, well appointed property with beautiful grounds. Unfortunately for us, but not for Sonoma, it rained for most of our stay. So we couldn't enjoy the pool, yard and patio as we'd hoped. Tom was responsive to our questions and even got a crockpot and roasting pan for our Thanksgiving turkey. We will be back!

Beautiful Home! Owners were easy to reach and very accommodating! Back yard space is heaven, we spent every night outside enjoying a glass of wine! Plan on returning!

This is our second time staying at Casa Sonoma and we love it. Tom is very responsive and helpful. Highly recommend it!

What a terrific place! Tom was unusually responsive and helpful. The house is about a 10 minute drive into town. The kitchen is well equipped, the bedrooms and living room very comfortable. All amenities are of high quality. The highlight for us was the beautiful yard with pool and hot tub. There was a little noise from the street but that did not prevent us from spending lots of time relaxing outside. We may choose to vacation in Sonoma again just to stay in this perfect spot!

We had a very relaxing stay at Casa Sonoma. The house is lovely with classy decor and everything you need. We took advantage of the large garden with lots of different seating areas and most of all the pool. Only a short drive to Sonoma or Glen Ellen which is a fav village of ours.

The home was located just outside of downtown Sonoma. You can be in Sonoma Square within 5 minutes. Where there are 3 grocery stores, plenty of great restaurants, bars, wine tasting rooms and shopping! It was nice to grill out and enjoy the amazingly large backyard with a lovely pool and spa. We took our 3 adult children and had plenty of room in this home. Highly recommend!

Casa Sonoma was an amazing find. The home was great for our party of five. Everything was ready when we arrived and the home was extremely comforatable. The supply of board games were a huge treat for our group. Tom was very helpful and responsive.

We stayed at Casa Sonoma for a few days to celebrate NYE. It was the perfect place for our group. The house itself was stocked with everything we needed, including the kitchen which we took full advantage of. The location was extremely convenient close to downtown, grocery stores and shops, plus close to the main hwy to get up to healdsburg and other areas. The property was so pretty, we really want to book another stay in the spring or summer to really take advantage of the pool and backyard. Tom was a very responsive and helpful host. Overall the group was extremely happy, we will be bookmarking this place as a favorite in the area!

I can't say enough about this place! Beautiful property, great amenities and had everything we needed for the kitchen. Slept three couples perfectly! Owner Tom was extremely responsive to my questions during the fire and was 100% accurate on all he claimed. Will definitely stay again! Thanks Tom! Allan and Laurie