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Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Seating area on the patio up behind the house. Stunning views & deep tranquility
Welcome!
Room
Well-stocked kitchen w/new appliances. Custom cabinets & just off the porch.
Upstairs: Living room looking into guest bedroom. Backyard & forest behind.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Healdsburg, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Healdsburg Plaza
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

Guest room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS

Enjoy extraordinary views and re-connect with what matters in this secluded, completely remodeled cabin with custom craftsmanship and creatively repurposed materials in every room. The setting is private with nearly 200 acres of unspoiled woods out the back door - yet we're just seven minutes from Healdsburg square with great shopping, a wealth of tasting rooms and restaurants to please every palate. Wine tasting along Russian River's still-small and beautiful wine road is close and convenient.

Climb the steps to a tranquil getaway with exquisite views, and you'll not want to leave. Our most consistent feedback is that this 'tree house' feels like a world away from it all with its own little peaceful gravity well.

This is not a house for partying or for folks who cannot handle stairs.

From April through August, enjoy walkable Russian River access down the street for kayaking, tubing, or lounging on the beach. Year-round, there are hiking trails to choose from just outside the front or back door, as well as biking and paddle-boarding on the river. Within a short drive are some of the area's most beautiful trails and rides.

We have hand-crafted hardwood floors and tile throughout with well-placed windows for a very open feel, that never-the-less maintains total privacy. Enjoy the outdoor patio while taking in the views, napping, reading or sipping wine. Or venture out back to take in 180 degree views from above the trees, BBQ under the open sky, recount the days' events, or just play horseshoes.

For all the charm & craft, you'll find that the layout makes sense. In the master suite is a Cal king bed, 'en suite' full bath and private patio. Upstairs in the guest bedroom are two extra long twins looking out into the forest, with a separate full bathroom on this main level. We also have two more regular twins available on the covered porch, as well as a convertible twin/full sofabed in the entry den. The kitchen opens onto the porch, looks out beyond the trees and is connected with the main living room.

We strive to keep the house tastefully appointed and amply stocked with all that you'll need for a comfortable & relaxing stay - from toiletries & hair dryers to a cook's kitchen, 'smart' TV & WiFi, and plenty of games for the playing.

See our Flickr stream for more photos: flickr.com/photos/96378452@N08/
Our Transfer Occupancy Tax (TOT) number is 782N
Sonoma County quiet hours: 9pm - 7am

PLEASE NOTE ::
~ YOU WILL SAVE $ PAYING BY CHECK, and are welcome to do so.
~ We have a 3-NIGHT MIN. on WEEKENDS, during the high season, and 4 - 5-NIGHT MIN. on holidays + winery events (e.g. Passport, Barrel tasting). If a weekend remains open, we will release it for a shorter booking the Wednesday before.
~ There are three flights of stairs up to the house.





Keywords: House; Healdsburg; views; mountains; river; retreat; wine country; romantic.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel playpen provided. House not childproofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, of any kind, anywhere on the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash dishes & take out kitchen trash, please.
Put any moved furniture or household items back where you found them.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Cancellation policy outlined in contract - $150 admin fee held back for any cancellation. Sonoma County quiet hours are from 10pm - 7am.
Sonoma County quiet hours for vacation rentals apply: 9pm - 7am, no outdoor noise.

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Healdsburg

Located in Healdsburg, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve and Russian River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SingleThread Farm at Dry Creek and Dom Whitney Tasting Lounge. Travelling with kids? Consider Powell's Sweet Shoppe - Windsor, or check out an event or a game at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Healdsburg, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Healdsburg Plaza - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • River Rock Casino - 18 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 27 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 59 min drive - 68.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acorn Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bravas Bar de Tapas - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Oak Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Villa Chanticleer - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SingleThread Farm, Restaurant, and Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS located?

This family-friendly Healdsburg holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Russian River, Healdsburg District Hospital and Healdsburg Golf Club. Badger Dog Park and Healdsburg Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather was an excellent host. The house is super beautiful and comfortable, the kitchen is very well stocked with anything you might need to cook a meal. Definitely take a peek at all the house materials she sends you - the instructions to get to the house are very useful, and her recommendations for local restaurants and activities are really great! We also loved that the house is so close to a magnificent trailhead!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valvo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!! Beautiful property. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay and the view was absolutely beautiful! We should stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was outstanding, and the house was comfortable, beautiful and well appointed. It was perfect for our time in Healdsburg with our grandson.The hosts were very helpful.We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hilltop retreat! Enjoyed our stay that was ultra convenient to Healdsburg Town Square. As stated in property description the four flights of stairs from road to the house are not for those with any mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, just a great home. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOISES A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was a little tough to get to, but the views were worth it! Loved the balconies. Heather is a great owner to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with beautiful views and close to Healdsburg. It's like being in a tree house.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

doug g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Cabin

I don't want to say how awesome this place is for fear that it will be fully booked the next time we want to stay there, but oh well, it is a great cabin in a fabulous location, with amazing views, outfitted with everything you need for cooking in, with great hikes and the Russian River nearby, and a host who provide great insights into nearby activities that we fully took advantage of. Yes you have to climb some stairs but the payoff of spectacular sense of solitude and amazing view is well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

This was our 3rd time staying here. We really enjoy the covered deck overlooking the Russian River. The house is well stocked for cooking with most everything you’d need in the kitchen. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view!

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Padraic R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Furnished Rental EVER

What a great spot!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home in an amazing location. We have stayed numerous times in Healdsburg but this was a first renting a home, I would stay here everytime moving forward!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House & Beautiful location

The house was really nice and very well stocked. The location was so peaceful and quiet. The beds were all very comfortable. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An incredible oasis

One of the best vacation homes I have rented. Tucked away in the nature on Fitch mountain, while still being close to the town of Healdsburg. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular views, close to town!

We LOVED our stay! The home is so well done, thoughtful craftsman touches, well appointed and comfortable. We very much enjoyed the porch, coffee in the morning watching the day start. Heather's communication prior to arrival was so detailed and appreciated. Proximity to town was also terrific and the neighborhood quiet. Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vibes!

This was such a great experience. The outdoor space was one of our favorites and we definitely put it to great use. The beds were very comfortable which my husband who ran the Sonoma Lake 55k very much appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place!

We love this place! The deck is just the best, even in the winter on a rainy day! Great views. Cozy place. Kitchen is really well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Reno, NV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property with amazing views!

We just loved staying here! There are a lot of stairs, but if you're healthy, it's easy! The views are just beautiful and we really enjoyed sitting on the deck every evening!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Hilltop Retreat has so many wonderful attributes. The home’s interior is graciously accomodating-we were 5 grown-ups-and we were very comfortable. The deck attached to the kitchen is very comfortable and it has great views of the Sonoma hills. The kitchen has every piece of equipment necessary to cook a full meal for a family. If you drive or rent a Full-size SUV, as we did, (A Jeep Waggoneer) you will have to park it very carefully in the space across the street to allow for emergency vehicle access. It is truly a hilltop home- there are 53 steps from the street to the front door.We were fortunate to stay here-it was as close as we could get to our planned activities (without camping in a vineyard).The owner was very helpful and responsive to all our communtications.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

What a great place! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beautiful house

The house was great. Great sitting area behind house to watch the sun set over the vineyards
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Reno, NV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fitch Mtn dream

We love staying here. The deck with amazing views is the best! Wouldn’t ever go back to staying at a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful retreat

My sister, 4 of our friends and I stayed here for a long weekend in May. The house is very nice, well-stocked, with gorgeous views. I particularly loved sleeping on the sleeping porch looking out at the stars. The host was quick to respond to texts and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy mountain retreat

We had a lovely stay here. It was peaceful and quiet with many thoughtful touches from our host. The view from the balcony was spectacular and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked to cook and the host was very responsive to questions and suggestions for what to do locally. 10’out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather

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We are a couple from San Francisco who have long loved the Russian River valley and Healdsburg in particular. Sharing this place with others is a pleasure and a privilege for us.

Why they chose this property

It's a well-situated, peaceful getaway with stunning views & incredible craftsman detail. Healdsburg & the Russian River wineries are still intimate & small, yet sophisticated.

What makes this property unique

Best of both worlds :: At the end of the paved road & up in the trees, time slows down & life feels quieter here - but then Healdsburg food, shopping & wineries are 7 minutes away.

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Spanish

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