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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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Monte Rio, CA
Russian River
Place, Russian River
1 min walk
Northwood Golf Club
Place, Northwood Golf Club
5 min walk
Monte Rio Public Beach
Place, Monte Rio Public Beach
19 min walk
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
37 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1: Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2: Middle Room
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3: Large Bedroom
2 King Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1: Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2 : Middle Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3: Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!!
Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!!
Just fully renovated, "California Dream," a breathtaking Glass House, is 3,200 sq. ft. with a 2,500 sq. ft. deck and catwalk. Like a Blue Jay's nest in the adjacent 200 year old walnut tree's canopy, the house is 25 ft. above ground. It's perched on 2.8 acres of prime "lazy tubing" River Front Property. Dip in and out of the river all day from its grand 500 sq. ft. seasonal dock.
The deck and dock, skybox and courtside seat, let guests watch who and what floats down the sauntering summer river. In the fall, in addition to wine tasting, the house is great for binge watching football inside, and playing football and golf outside.
The property's Redwood Trees, jarring in size and longevity, welcome and embrace the entrance and front of the house. The house's openness and brightness coupled with the property's privacy, size and natural setting create a tranquil environment.
"California Dream" is bordered by: "Northwood Golf Course," "The Bohemian Club," "the Russian River," and between "Monte Rio Beach" and "Johnson's Beach."
Jenner Beach and Goat Rock Beach are 11 miles west, while Korbel Winery, Porter-Bass Winery and Armstrong Woods are 7 miles east.
Otherwise, just peacefully float throughout the house and onto the deck: make a gourmet meal in the gourmet kitchen, or grill and have cocktails on the deck. From the extra large hot tub, relax and watch the river, sunshine, and sky parade by before the stars and moon takeover at night.
"California Dream" is a contemporary River Penthouse retreat in which to rejuvenate, build bonds, and make lasting memories in a handsome natural setting. It's complemented by an architecturally compelling space in which to live. It is an exceptional mid-century house with provenance that has been refreshed with care, modern design and materials.
"California Dream" is 70 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
To BOOK "California Dream" the owner must speak directly to the prospective guest to address some specific conditions for booking. We are new to renting out our renovated home, as a short term rentals, directly to strangers, so we need to make sure we are doing things appropriately. A mutually beneficial relationship. We don't want to over commit and we want to make sure guest have reasonable expectations. We strive to prove an exceptional vacation rental experience, so "open communication" is paramount.
Ideally, we want repeat guests to reduce wear and tear on our home. We spent a considerable amount of effort with this renovation so we don't want a few bad apples spoiling things for future guests and for my family.
I appreciate your consideration, understanding and support. Hopefully, you'll enjoy the home as much as my family has for the past 10 years. Although, we never got to live in the remodel, outside the pandemic.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Monte Rio
Located in Monte Rio, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Russian River and Armstrong Redwoods State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Sebastopol Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Santa Rosa Station - 32 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Northwood Restaurant - 16 min walk
Rainbow Cattle Company - 5 min drive
Koalas Fine Food - 4 min drive
Guerneville Taco Truck - 4 min drive
The Lodge at Dawn Ranch - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! ?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! on 29 May 2026 start from AU$1,952, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! located?
Located in Monte Rio, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Russian River and Northwood Golf Club. Monte Rio Public Beach and Rio Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful family stay. The house and its amenities were the best! Everything was well planned and convenient. Thank you for sharing your home.
Rolando S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hi Rolando,
Thank you for your stay. I appreciate your consideration. I hope to host you again.
Enjoy the balance of the summer.
We stayed the 4th of July weekend and the pictures do not do this home justice. It is amazing! Loved our stay and we will be back! Location is perfect! Lots of water craft for the water to keep the kids busy. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful Home!
This place has everything you could ever ask for. An amazing location on the river with dock and watercraft. We certainly over packed because the kitchen is fully stocked, even with spices and every appliance. There is plenty to do with outdoor activities and indoor entertainment.
Christine M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hi Christine,
Thank you for your reservation. You were a five star guest. I hope the balance of your summer is great and that I have a chance to host you again.
This property is very clean, beautiful and situated on the Russian River. We really enjoyed our stay and experienced a real feeling of escape from the pandemic.
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Great location, nice house, fantastic property and clean, what more could you ask for?
Conner H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Conner and his family/ friends were great five star guests.
They were respectful of the property, house and host. Communication was easy.
Any host will be lucky to have Conner as a guest!
The huge deck, beautiful redwoods, grass area, large windows, modern aesthetic, wonderful dock, ample river equipment… all these things made for a magical stay! We will definitely book again.
This is a jaw dropping property perfect for special celebrations with friends and family. The host was very responsive to my questions and supplied special touches such as flower pots all around the deck and a fantastic, large dock on the river.
We were there over Thanksgiving. It was very peaceful and the house was more than spacious. The deck is huge and provided great view of the Russian River. And the fact that there were no other houses on the other side provided even more serenity. A very good experienc.
Stunning views, plenty of room to spread out or be together. Great house for games, cooking, running around, tv viewing, resting. Well equipped.
Laura W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
Laura and her family/friends were five star guests.
They were respectful of the property, house and host.
Any host would be lucky to have Laura as a guest.
Exactly as advertised. Host offered many ideas for places to go and things to do. Easiest check-in we've experienced. Highly recommended.
Jeff S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
Jeff and his family/friends were outstanding five star guests.
They were considerate of the property, house and host. Communication was easy.
Any host would be lucky to have Jeff and his cohort as guests.
Everything about this property was amazing. You cannot best waking up just overlooking the river. The dock made it so easy to just hop in as we wanted and avoid crowds at the beaches. The yard was amazing for lawn games and the dogs. The beds were super comfortable and the kitchen was great for preparing meals every day. Already plan on booking again next summer.
Kevin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Kevin and his family/friends were outstanding five star guests.
He was easy to communicate with. His group was very considerate of the property, house and host.
Any host will be lucky to have Kevin as a guest
Everything about the trip was wonderful, except the weather The house was very well equipped, and very comfortable.On Christmas Day, my son and his family joined us and we were able to have a beautiful avocado family Christmas dinner
Immaculate home on the river. Kitchen is incredibly well stocked - two of everything! Close proximity to hiking and beaches. Easy interface with property manager. A true five star experience!
Gennie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
Geniveve, family and guests were outstanding five star guests.
They were respectful of the property, house and host.
Any host would be lucky to have this group as guests.
Beautiful house. So much space. Amazing lawn and access to the river. Owners thought of everything when designing the house. They really make it special for the guests. Looking forward to returning.
Everything was perfect. The home was outfitted with everything you will need. Such a beautiful setting with easy access to anything in Sonoma county and along the coast. Very easy communication with the owner.
Robert M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2021
Robert was an outstanding five star guest. He was considerate of the property, house and host. He was easy to communicate with and his group was very clean.
Wonderful place to spend a rainy weekend with huge walls of glass, spectacular bright and well appointed kitchen. Unobstructed views of river, redwoods, oaks surrounding with amazing natural light. Comfy new beds with crisp sheets and down pillows for all. Fit two families well and hope to be back for summer fun.
William M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
William and his family/friends were outstanding five star guests.
They were respectful of the property, house and host.
Any host would be lucky to have William and his cohort as guests.
The house is beautiful and very peaceful. Very well stocked with appliances and makes for a lovely family get away. The only catch was that the deck is very splintery and we didn’t catch that until too late and my 3 year old daughter’s feet and legs were covered in splinters that we had to dig out a few times. We would definitely stay again. There’s nothing more serene than sitting outside with a cup of coffee in the morning watching the river slowly wake up with birds and kayakers.