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Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit

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Roast marshmallows around the fire pit.
Formal living area.
Large window lets in natural light.
Spacious backyard features a large lawn and a bocce ball court.
Relax with a dip in the hot tub.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa, CA
  • Place, Ledson Winery and Vineyards
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chateau St. Jean Winery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Anne's Crossing Winery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit

Welcome to Valley of the Moon, your delightful retreat nestled in Sonoma's picturesque wine country. Tucked away on 1.5 acres in the tranquil valley, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect escape for those seeking peace and privacy.

As you step inside, you'll immediately feel at home. The charming formal living area boasts a fireplace and a large arc window, letting in natural light and views of the surrounding nature. In the back of the house, an open floor plan connects the family room, kitchen, and second dining area, creating the perfect setting for quality time with loved ones. Whip up delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with an island and stainless steel appliances. There's plenty of space for your group to spread out with the additional den and upstairs loft, which is fully stocked with toys and games providing kids with endless entertainment.

Outside, the large, private backyard beckons you to embrace outdoor living. Step onto the spacious deck, where an outdoor kitchen with a grill awaits. A shaded outdoor dining area provides the perfect place for alfresco dining at any time of day. After dinner, unwind in the hot tub or gather around the fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars. With a large lawn and patio seating area nestled in the middle, there's no shortage of ways to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Valley of the Moon boasts a prime location for experiencing all that wine country has to offer. Next to the charming town of Kenwood, Valley of the Moon is within walking distance of an abundance of wineries and less than a 5-minute drive from restaurants and the golf course at Valley of the Moon Club. Outdoor lovers will enjoy exploring the nearby Sonoma Botanical Garden, or the recreational activities at the nearby regional and state parks. Hood Moutain Regional Park, Trione-Annadel State Park, and Sugarloaf Ridge State Park are all just a 5-minute drive or bike ride away. Valley of the Moon is also only 10 minutes from Morton's Warm Springs, Glen Ellen, and Jack London State Park.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Known for its vineyards, local cuisine, and nature parks, Sonoma County (45 minutes from San Francisco) offers a wide array of activities for those looking to retreat from city life. World-class spas provide relaxation after a day of hiking in the Redwoods. A tour at a local winery is a must, followed by a farm-to-table dinner in town. While unwinding is certainly the attitude in Sonoma, activities like horseback riding, hot-air ballooning, and kayaking attract those looking for a little adventure. In the evening, watch the sunset over the vineyards and rolling hills, wine glass in hand.

Local Attractions: Valley of the Moon Club Golf Course, St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Ledson Winery & Vineyards, Chateau St. Jean Winery, Palooza Brewery & Gastropub, VJB Vineyard & Cellars, Muscardinin Cellars, Salt & Stone, Kenwood Inn & Spa, Sonoma Botanical Garden

Home Truths:
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.

Parking Details:
- The parking area can accommodate 4 cars.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / Full over full bunk bed

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff.

We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

STR Permit Registration Number: TVR19-0059

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TVR19-0059
Property # 3951765vb
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

Kenwood

Located in Kenwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Castello di Amorosa and Calistoga Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sonoma Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Redwood Empire Ice Arena.
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Santa Rosa, CA

What's nearby

  • Ledson Winery and Vineyards - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chateau St. Jean Winery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St. Anne's Crossing Winery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • VJB Vineyard & Cellars - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Trione-Annadel State Park - 5 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wine Country Cafe & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪St Francis Winery & Vineyards - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Matanzas Creek Winery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Colleen’s Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Valley of the Moon by AvantStay | Tranquil Escape, Large Yard, Hot Tub, Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Kenwood holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ledson Winery and Vineyards and Trione-Annadel State Park. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and Oakmont Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene M.

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

Great house

We loved everything about the house and property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thank you, Charlene! We’re delighted to hear that you loved everything about the house and property. We’d be delighted to host you again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Lovely stay

Had a great time reuniting with old friends here - gorgeous views in the area and plenty to do outside, but it was just as enjoyable to hang out inside playing board games and cooking in the nice kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Thank you, Andrew! We're so glad to hear that you had a great time reuniting with friends. It sounds like you made the most of both the beautiful outdoor views and the cozy indoor space for games and cooking. We’re happy the kitchen worked well for your meals, and we’d love to host you again for another memorable stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather t.

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

Great house in Kenwood

Perfect house for a ladies trip to Sonoma wine country. House is fully equipped and private. Would definitely rent the house again for a future trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you, Heather! We're so glad the home was perfect for your ladies' trip to Sonoma and that you found it well-equipped and private. We'd love to host you again for a future getaway!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly H.

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

Birthday Week

Overall the house is great. The kitchen is spacious and has most everything you need to cook
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2025
Thanks, Kelly! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the house and found the kitchen spacious and well-equipped. We appreciate the feedback and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Len K.

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

kenwood home

loved our stay. Place was well-kept, master BR was wonderful and hot tub/fire pit both great amenities. would stay here again in a heartbeat. Only negative was the 400 cleaning fee which was way too steep in our case.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2025
Thank you for your review, Len! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, the master bedroom, and the hot tub/fire pit amenities. It's great to hear you'd return in a heartbeat! We understand your concern about the cleaning fee and appreciate your feedback. We’ll certainly consider it moving forward. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inday Michelle R.

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

Bachelorette Weekend

The home was very clean. T
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2025
Thank you, Inday! We’re so glad to hear the home was perfect for your bachelorette weekend and that it was very clean. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajdip G.

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

Excellent place to stay with family

The place was exactly as described with lots of open space for everyone to enjoy. Kids especially enjoyed the play room upstairs. My family loved the hot tub. We weren't able to use the fire pit, spoke to the AvantStay folks but didnt still couldn't get it to light. The house is in a picturesque location within 15 mins to Sonoma downtown and within an hour of all Napa wineries. There are quite a few good wineries in walking/biking distance. Would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2025
Thank you for your review, Rajdip! We’re so glad to hear that your family enjoyed the spaciousness of the home, the playroom, and the hot tub. We apologize for the inconvenience with the fire pit and appreciate you reaching out to our team. We're thrilled that the location worked well for your visit to Sonoma and Napa, and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

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

Friends weekend adventure

Friends adventure weekend, 7 of us all over 50. We loved the property. Spacious. Beautiful yard. Lots of room to be on your own or great gathering spots. Rooms were nice and comfy. Quiet location. Spent most of out me time in the kitchen when we weren’t out hiking, running, exploring or tasting wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Vicky. We're so glad to hear the property worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the spacious yard, comfortable rooms, and quiet location. It’s wonderful to know you had plenty of gathering spots and enjoyed spending time in the kitchen. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure weekend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josue F.

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

Girls wine trip

Our girls’ trip to Sonoma was absolutely perfect, thanks to this incredible stay! The house was beautiful, spacious, and well-appointed with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The outdoor space was a dream—perfect for sipping morning coffee or unwinding with a glass of wine after a day of tasting.The location couldn’t have been better! We were just minutes from some of the best wineries and fantastic restaurants, making it easy to explore without spending too much time driving. The hosts were wonderful—responsive, welcoming, and full of great local recommendations.If you’re planning a wine country getaway, this is the perfect place to stay. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience, Josue. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed our property and had a memorable girls' wine trip! You and your group were such a pleasure to host, and we’re so thrilled you felt at home. Please come back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The house was great. Enjoyed the hot tub, comfortable beds, and spacious rooms. The property management company was terrible though. They were totally unresponsive to questions within the app. They did not provide check in instructions before check in. We had to call to get them to send instructions. Then they sent incorrect instructions and we had to call again. They also send constant spam emails from the time we booked trying to upsell their services and I was afraid to opt out and miss important communications.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience. Glad to hear you enjoyed the house, hot tub, and comfortable space! Sorry to hear the communication and check-in process fell short—clear and timely info is so important, and it sounds like that caused some unnecessary hassle. We appreciate the feedback and will work on improving responsiveness and streamlining communications for future guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

James Z.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice House - Confirm Amenities

This is a nice house in a convenient location. We were a little disappointed that we paid more for this property to enjoy the hot tub only to find it not working. I’d add that the Avant Stay customer service was responsive although inconsistent as they responded to the issues but didn’t resolve the matter as they promised.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Thanks for your feedback, James. We’re glad to hear you liked the house and its location. We sincerely apologize for the hot tub issue and understand your frustration, especially since it was something you were looking forward to. While we strive to provide prompt service, we’re sorry to hear that the resolution wasn’t as consistent as we would have hoped. We’ll be sure to address this with our team to prevent any future issues. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to host you again under better circumstances.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia J.

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

Lovely property!

We stayed for 2 nights on a long weekend in November. The heating worked perfectly, and the pizza oven and hot tub were definitely crowd pleasers. Plenty of seating space and a large kitchen. All bedrooms are downstairs as well which made it very accessible. I have all my questions answered in a timely and polite manner. No major complaints just a note to any future guests the master bedroom does not have opaque curtains so if light impedes your sleep I’d suggest packing an eye mask. Otherwise the stay was enjoyable and the hosts were nice and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2024
Thank you so much, Sonia, for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the pizza oven, hot tub, and the spaciousness of the property. It’s great to know the heating worked well for you and that you had everything you needed during your stay. We also appreciate your feedback about the curtains in the master bedroom – we'll definitely keep that in mind for future improvements. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! The location is so central to all the wine regions. We feel that was our biggest plus. Very convenient. As for the house, the rooms are spacious. Furnishings are so nice. It felt like home! The kitchen is fantastic! There are more kitchen utensils than I have at home. We really enjoyed the hot tub. Every day, in fact. Tons of games and books and DVDs. Beds were comfortable (The guest bed is starting to “bowl” but it is still comfortable. I would consider replacing it soon.) We enjoyed the use of the washer and dryer a couple of times. The property manager (AvantStay) is very responsive. We had a concern about the A/C one evening. A technician came the next morning. All said, I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thank you, Mark! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home, its central location, and all the amenities from the kitchen to the hot tub and games. It’s great to hear it felt like home during your stay. We appreciate your note regarding the guest bed and will keep it in mind for future updates. We're happy to know that our team was able to assist you quickly with the A/C, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Megan K.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not what we expected

For the price per night we paid we were expecting a lot more. The entire entry way is covered in spider webs and there are no curtains in the master bedroom. The third bedroom has bunk beds which was not shown in the photos and overall the property felt very dated. We were really disappointed overall and wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanine H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Overall we enjoyed our stay but we booked this property for the outdoor area and it definitely needs some care & upkeep. The outdoor pizza oven (still in the listing) is not operational and the fire pit didn't work. AvantStay offered to have someone come out and check the firepit but it was already in the evening and we declined due to the time of night but no one came during the remainder of our stay and the fire pit was unusable. The whole outdoor area looked like it wasn't readied for guests and gave off a neglected vibe. The deck hadn't been swept and the outdoor kitchen covered in cobwebs. The grill ignition didn't work either. The house is a different color than the listing too. We enjoyed the hot tub. The beds were comfy and the kitchen had everything you'd need to cook at home. The house felt like we were staying in someone's home. Every room was filled with furniture, books, and other ornamental items. It felt very cluttered and personal. We were only 2 couples but there was plenty of space for families with children to enjoy the loft and all the games. A little more attention to the outside and this would have been a great stay. We loved the location and proximity to the wineries. Dinner at Salt & Stone did not disappoint!
Outside area
Deck lounge chairs
kitchen windows
step down to the hot tub area
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thank you for your detailed feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the comfy beds, well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and the location near the wineries. We sincerely apologize that the outdoor area didn’t meet your expectations — your comments about the pizza oven, fire pit, grill, and general upkeep are important, and we’ll be addressing these issues right away to improve the guest experience. We also appreciate your thoughts on the home’s décor and clutter; we want every guest to feel comfortable and at ease. Thanks again for sharing, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back for an even better stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth V.

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

Girls Wine Country Weekend

Property is a little more "worn" than the pictures would indicate. bunk beds situated differently than picture, and in such a way that getting to the top bunk is potentially unsafe. Bugs crept into master bedding, and a bug bite occurred on the first night. Ants were ubiquitous throughout master bath and kitchen. Hot tub rocked!! We were unable to use the firepit, as it would not light. Although the kitchen was very well stocked with pots/pans etc. Vey basic stables, like Olive oil, salt and pepper were either not apparent, or were empty. Looked as though past renters had left some spices which were used, so we left the our additions as well ( salt and pepper) Overall, the stay was quite nice, but just wanted to give honest input on little items that might help with future renters.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2024
Thank you, Beth, for sharing your honest feedback. We’re glad to hear that overall your stay was nice, and we truly appreciate your detailed input. We’ll look into the issues you mentioned, including the bunk bed safety, bug concerns, and the hot tub, to ensure a better experience for future guests. We also appreciate your note about the kitchen staples and will make sure those are replenished. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to welcome you again for a more seamless stay in the future.

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