Here is everything you could want in a wine country vacation. Sonoma Rosso is a private, gated residential compound on the Highway 12 Wine Trail in Kenwood. Ideal location for wine-tasting in Sonoma Valley, Russian River and Napa Valley, taking scenic drives to the Pacific Coast, hiking at state and regional parks, shopping and golf. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds and a game of bocce with a glass of wine. Sit out by the pool and enjoy the Sonoma sun.

The Guest Cottage is a 624 sq. ft. poolside cottage with a comfortable living room with spacious sectional couch for spreading out with a book or streaming a movie on 42-inch screen SMART TV. The separate eat-in kitchen has a table for 2, full-size range/oven, microwave, and refrigerator and is fully outfitted with cookware, dishes, glassware, flatware and utensils. It has a private patio with a gas grill and outdoor seating for two. The bedroom is a peaceful retreat with a queen-size pillow-top bed with luxury cotton sheets, your choice of pillows, blanket and duvets. Individual nightstands with reading lamps and storage drawers have built-in USB chargers for your phone or tablet. There is a vanity table, full-length mirror and closet. The en-suite bath features a deep soaking tub and shower combination.

Spa robes and pool towels are provided – you’ll want to pack slippers or beach sandals for walking on the gravel path to the pool.

Daily housekeeping is not included. The cottage is deep cleaned between every stay, There is a washer and dryer available for small loads - please note we are on a private well and septic system and there may be some limitations on using the laundry based on the day's water.

The Property

The property is located amidst vineyards and wide-open fields studded with ancient oaks to rolling hills and dramatic mountains. We live in the main house on the property We have an organic garden and love to share seasonal goodies with our guests. There is a bocce ball court ringed with grape vines, olive and fruit trees. The cottage looks out onto the pool area. The pool area sunny all year, with lounges for relaxing, and in the warmer months, you’ll be delighted to dip in the large saltwater pool. The pool is not heated but is protected with a solar cover so water temperature is dependent on hours of sunshine and general weather. Generally, the swim season is May - October.

The grounds of the property are spacious, but they are shared. We live in the main house and generally give everyone their space, but you may find us out in garden or enjoying a meal on our patio. There is a second cottage with a longer term tenant.

EV charging is available onsite for an additional fee per use. There are convenient public chargers located throughout the Sonoma Valley.

The Location

Kenwood is a quiet hamlet on the Highway 12 Wine Trail in the Sonoma Valley, midway between the cities of Sonoma and Santa Rosa. We are located 13 miles north of Sonoma Plaza and 5 miles south of the Calistoga Road which leads over the hill to Napa Valley. The property is approximately 5 minutes to Glen Ellen, 20 minutes to Sonoma Plaza, 30 minutes to both central Napa Valley or Healdsburg, and one hour to the Pacific Coast at Jenner. One hour to San Francisco.

There are more than two dozen wineries and tasting rooms nearby, including St. Francis, Chateau St. Jean, St. Anne's Crossing, La Rochelle, VJB, Ty Caton, Muscardini, Mayo, EnGarde, Deerfield Ranch, B. Wise, Landmark, Kenwood, Kunde, and Ledson. There are many notable restaurants a short drive from the property and three Michelin star restaurants in Sonoma County. You will need access to a car to get around.

The Fine Print

We are on site hosts and live in the main house on the property. This a fully permitted vacation rental. Sonoma County TOT #1402N and the county collects a Tourism Tax of 12% on rent and cleaning fee, which is included in the overall price.

Total maximum occupancy 2 adults. The calendar only shows availability for 9 months in advance. If your dates are later, please inquire - your dates are likely available! (5053)

Refund Policy

We are unable to provide refunds or compensation to guests if you need to cancel outside the timeframe of our cancellation policy. We encourage you to carry travel/personal liability insurance that covers any related personal injury, injury to others, damage or loss of personal property, and any foreseen or unforeseen event* that may cause your stay to be shortened or any loss whatsoever to be incurred. It is required that you read, understand, acknowledge and agree to all of the listing rules, instructions, and requirements that are provided in this listing before you book.

* Our local power utility, PG&E, has informed us that if elevated weather conditions, including potential fire risk, threaten a portion of the electric system serving our community, it will be necessary for them to turn off electricity in the interest of public safety. This is called a Public Safety Power Shutoff. We are not responsible for these temporary shutoffs, and cannot provide alternate accommodations should this occur. We have a portable backup generator to operate the property's well pump and septic system for a few hours each day to provide water flow to cottage.

In the event of an evacuation emergency: Written evacuation instructions identifying the evacuation zone and evacuation route are posted within the vacation rental. Guests must leave the property when a Voluntary Evacuation Order is issued for the evacuation zone, per county ordinance.

House rules

Check-in is 3 PM - 6 PM and check-out is 10 AM unless special arrangements are made. The cottage is designed for a couple: one bed, two-person occupancy. Minimum guest age 25. We may make exceptions for infants.

Please provide the full names of your traveling companions. Only guests in booking party are permitted on the property – no one else may use the pool or sleep
over.

Parking is available for one car in a designated parking area. If you have a large vehicle such as a truck, please let us know in advance as we will send you different parking instructions.

Sorry, due to health issues, we cannot allow pets or assistance animals in our cottage.

No smoking (including vaping and e-cigarettes) allowed inside or outside on the property. No candles or open flames. No drugs, no parties, no loud music.

County regulation: Quiet hours 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Use of the swimming pool is during daylight hours and at your own risk. Please do not operate the swimming pool cover without instructions. The hot tub is not available.

Please do not use indoor furniture, plates or glassware outside.

The property has a septic system that requires following simple rules that are posted in the kitchen and bathroom. We are on a private well, and California has had a drought for several years, so we ask that you be conscientious about water use.

Please let us know if anything needs repair or replacement. We want to make sure our guests receive all amenities and conveniences and find everything in working order.

And finally...if you use wi-fi network, you agree to use it only for legal purposes and promise not to use it for illegal uploading, downloading, or other illegal activities. (We know this sounds nit-picky but this has happened and our internet provider has notified us we could have our service de-activated.)