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Riverfront, dog-friendly home with private hot tub, fireplaces & amazing decks

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8.0 out of 10 Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8226 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Forestville, CA
  • Popular LocationKorbel Winery6 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson's Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmstrong Redwoods State Park13 min drive
  • AirportSanta Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Riverfront, dog-friendly home with private hot tub, fireplaces & amazing decks

River Classic

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Perched at the foot of towering evergreens just above the riverbank, this waterfront home in Forestville is Russian River living at its most atmospheric. Enjoy direct access to the river, a private hot tub, and gorgeous outdoor spaces where you can relax in a serenely beautiful setting.

This multi-level, riverfront home is located in the Forest Hills neighborhood on the south bank of the river, only a tenth of a mile from Mother's Beach. It's the perfect place for swimming, kayaking, and taking scenic drives, with multiple beaches, world-class wineries, excellent restaurants, Armstrong Redwoods, and the wild Sonoma Coast all close by.

The grounds of the house are extensive and scenic, ideal for both spending time with loved ones and finding private moments. There are spacious decks out front and in back where you can grill, dine alfresco, and take in views of the river, hills, and forest. Enjoy multiple seating vignettes tucked into the garden, terraced patios leading down to the river, and the hot tub for evening stargazing sessions.

Inside, the house is full of character, with natural wood, antler chandeliers, and plentiful seating at every turn. The main floor features a living room with a woodstove and wood-burning fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen that opens to a window-lined dining room, and a cozy study where you can work from home with the deck doors open and a view of the river below. Of the three bedrooms, one is on the main floor with a smart TV and the other two are upstairs - one with with balcony access and a smart TV of its own, and another with a commanding river view and a great desk workspace.

THINGS TO KNOW
A staircase leads down to the river.
Streaming services are available with guests' own account credentials.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the nightly pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting "Yes" to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The nightly fee ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

County permit number: TVR22-0113

County tax number: 4350N

Property manager

Vacasa of California
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 35 lbs each.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Forestville

Located in Forestville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Pacific Coast Air Museum and Rio Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts or Redwood Empire Ice Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Forestville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk
  • Korbel Winery - 6 min drive
  • Russian River Vineyard - 8 min drive
  • Johnson's Beach - 10 min drive
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 20 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rainbow Cattle Co. - 10 min drive
  • Sonoma Pizza Co. - 6 min drive
  • Coffee Bazaar - 10 min drive
  • Koalas Fine Food - 10 min drive
  • Korbel Winery - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront, dog-friendly home with private hot tub, fireplaces & amazing decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

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4/10 Poor

Thomas S.

Negatives outweighed the positives
While the home has some nice features, we were unable to use most of it because there was NO HEAT. When we arrived, the temperature in the house was about 50 degrees Fahrenheit. We contacted Vacasa and were told that there were space heaters in the closet. Throughout the night, temperatures dropped to near freezing. Coupled with drafty windows and doors, for all but two rooms, the house was unusable. And since the heaters were not set up when we arrived, we slept in all of our clothes because it took hours for the rooms to heat up. In its current form, the house is just not suitable for a four season rental. The owners should be more transparent in the listing (note: space heaters are not an amenity and will not heat a house of this size especially in its current condition)Vacasa made no attempt to make it remedy the situation. It is a shame, because the outdoor areas (deck, grounds, seating, river access, hot tub) are great. But in cooler weather, you’ll need to be inside…and for that you’ll want heat.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!
This funky, spacious property was just perfect for two couples for a cycling holiday. We loved hanging out in all the social spaces, inside and out. The river was great to cool off in. The routes inland, south in the forests, and west to the coast are excellent for road biking. The gardens were beautiful & the fencing made parking & setting up the bikes secure. We appreciated the hot tub after one misty ride. We had no problems with rodents, since we kept all our food in the fridge. We had a lot of trouble with inconsistency across the app, emails, texts, and at the site. Vacasa needs to make the arrival, use, and departure info easy to find and consistently available in all locations (we didn’t get the checkout instructions until after we’d left, as an email, for example).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sloane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely WONDERFUL
We celebrated my 60th and my daughters 30th- 7 family total including mom who’s 82! We floated, we grilled, we toasted and we all had a WONDERFUL time. The house is very special and we felt honored to be able to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cinda b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th birthday celebration
We loved this place for it's amazing location and plan to return. Being right on the river is everything. It is right next to Mother's Beach and lots of people came onto the property on the weekend so bring your stuff up when you aren't around the beach area. This is an old house which makes it absolutely charming and a bit rustic at the same time. It could use some personal attention (leaking faucet/moldy shower curtain/cobwebs/etc.) vs. the vrbo property management from afar. The mouse problem is real (we could hear them in the walls downstairs and we left an apple out and it got nibbled) but totally manageable if you follow the suggestion of putting all food/garbage in laundry room at night, cleaning counters/etc. No mouse poop everywhere. Did not impact us at all. There are not as many stairs as some Russian River properties and the grounds were beautiful, with huge redwood trees. We didn't use the hot tub as the previous guests got in dirty and it just felt a bit risky but we are babies. Frankly, after paddling and swimming all day we crashed at night anyway so the motivation factor was low for us. There is a lot of space in each room and the large dining room table easily seating 8 feels wonderful. The two decks and grounds with tons of seating areas made it easy to find some privacy and peace if you wanted. You can be outside in the sun or shade any time of day with decks on both sides of the house. The two sit on top kayaks were great. Coming back asap!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home right on the river
We had a wonderful time at this home! A group of six adults had plenty of space in this unique home! Big bedrooms with extra space for air mattresses and two huge decks perfect for grilling, star gazing and watching people float by on the river. We parked a car a couple miles up from the home and ended our tubing trip right at our backyard. So convenient! Home was clean and looks better than it does in pictures. Hot tub worked well! Only thing to mention is that you have to bring your own propane for the grill. However they will reimburse you if you tell the management company. Overall we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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