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Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!

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View of the river from seasonal private dock.
Welcome to Irish Mist!
A great place to gather with a gas fireplace in the living room.
The dining room opens to the kitchen, living room, and back deck.
View of river from back deck.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8188.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Guerneville, CA
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnson's Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!

Over the river and through the woods, to Irish Mist we go! Feeling nostalgic? Irish Mist is a classic riverfront Russian River vacation rental with original knotty pine interior, antique furnishings, a large sunny deck overlooking the river, and a private year-round river dock. This multi-level home features a downstairs living room with wood floors, high, open beam ceiling, and gas fireplace. A separate dining area offers river views and French doors leading to a homey kitchen. Sliding glass doors lead to a large river-facing deck.

Upstairs, there are 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom (bathtub/shower combination). Plus, a family room with large windows and a sofa bed for additional sleeping space faces the river. The downstairs living area includes a bedroom, full bath, kitchen, a separate dining room and a sunny deck. From the back deck, stairs lead to a private river dock - a great spot for sunbathing or swimming during summer months. Irish Mist is located one mile west of downtown Guerneville and is walking distance to two restaurants and a dog friendly public beach. Russian River Valley wineries and the Sonoma Coast (Bodega Bay and Jenner) are a short drive away!

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Irish Mist is 8. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times.

Parking: There is space in the driveway for 3 vehicles (the garage is used for storage and is not available for guest use). RVs, trailers, and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed; Second bedroom: Queen bed; Third bedroom: 2 Twin beds; Living room: Queen sofa bed.

Heat Source: Gas fireplace, central heat.

A/C: The house does not have air conditioning. Being near the coast, the nighttime temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house.

Docks and Boats: Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-June to mid-September providing the summer dams are in. Irish Mist does not provide canoes or kayaks. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring.

Sonoma County TOT #: 2114
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit #: ZPE11-0217

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Guerneville

Located in Guerneville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Rio Theatre and Main Stage West are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Potter Schoolhouse and Fort Ross State Historic Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Guerneville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Korbel Winery - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 45 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 29 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar at the r3 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Dawn Ranch - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!?

As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly! on 1 June 2026 start from AU$457, 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 Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Irish Mist ~ Family Home, Gas Fireplace, Year-round Dock, Dog-Friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Russian River and Johnson's Beach. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Northwood 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 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The kitchen is stocked with everything you may need and the access to the river from the dock is wonderful. Great place to stay with family and pets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven L J.

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

Great place to hang out

Beautiful view of the river, great for barbeques. Not the greatest weather when we were there, but we just enjoyed hanging out there -- very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you for the lovely review of Irish Mist! We are glad you enjoyed the home despite the weather
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10/10 Excellent

Ti D.

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

A perfect getaway for our mutual aid group

This cozy spot was lovely and had ample natural light and easy access to the river. Getting to the beach was just a short ten minute walk away, and we spemt the afternoon laid out next to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you for the lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed Irish Mist and we'd love to have you back any time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cua V.

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

Nice quiet stay

We loved the closeness to the river and the quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our 20 minute drive to the beach and walk to the river access for some swim. The town was not too slow and not too busy. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Hello Cua, Thank you for taking the time to review the stay. We're happy you enjoyed it! We would love to host you again :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Blake J.

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

Great spot

We had a great time here. The private dock was a huge plus. Comfy beds. Clean home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2022
Hello Blake, We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Irish Mist! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Perfect

Loved the setting, it was gorgeous. The dogs loved the deck and the dock and the proximity to town was just right. Sort of like visiting an old friend in their very clean lived-in house. Hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2024
Hello Anne, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review and for being lovely guests :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very cool place to stay

We had a great experience with the rental company, they tended to any need we had. The place is very nice and bonus it has a year round deck on the Russian River. Nice and quiet at night, very comfortable place to stay at. Highly recommended and we will see you next time !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Hello Lee, Thank you for being wonderful guests! We would love to host you again and are elated you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Birthday weekend

The house was clean and we had excellent communication before check in and during our stay. It was an exceptionally warm weekend and the river access and dock were perfect! The water was low flow and many people were kayaking on the river already. Everyone went swimming and then hung out at the deck and later on the porch and bbq. Plenty of parking which was nice, and lots of room for my whole family. Overall a great time and a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Hello Sharon, Thank you for being wonderful guests! We would love to host you again and are elated you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward M.

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

Relaxing on the River

Only had 7 (including my wife and I) people for 4 days. 4 people for 4 days, and 3 people for 4 days. First time renting a house without any boats. Kids and guests missed boating. Winds cooled the house every afternoon, even when temps were in the 90's. Great neighbors next door. Papers say I have a lab. Yet 3 years old and still not going in the water, Hmmmm. Saw no blue algae this year. Saw an egret and a couple of blue heron. Great time to swim 6:30 - 7:30am. Peaceful and no sun for us skin cancer people.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Hello Edward, Thank you for your review and for being such a great repeat guest at Irish Mist. We are glad you enjoyed another stay :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade H.

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

So quaint

This was such a quaint property. Access to the dock via stairs and blow up toys were a plus we weren’t expecting! There was a slight maintenance issue, but after a quick call Brian showed up and fixed everything up so fast. He was so nice! Very personable and was so great ti chat with while he worked. I spoke with several ladies at the office (forgive me I can’t remember their names) but they were so great and I loved being here. Everything was clean and as described in the website. I did NOT bring my fur babies with me, but you’d never know pets were allowed(no smell or hair). The neighborhood was really nice. And quiet hours were honored by the whole street which was so nice. Would definitely reccomend if you’re bringing The whole family!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2022
Hello Jade, Thank you for being such great guests! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We loved hosting you and hope to see you again soon :)
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2/10 Terrible

Kim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not worth it

Grandmas furniture is not quaint, it is tired and worn out. The dishwasher barely worked, many important light bulbs were burned out and no replacements. Don’t get me started on the terrible shower downstairs, the dock is to high from the water to put our kayaks in from, the outlets are so old when you plug something in it just falls out-fire danger, it was just a huge expensive disappointment. Couldn’t wait to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Hello Kim, We are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your stay at Irish Mist. We are always available for guests to call and reach out with any concerns or issues at the home and happy to help! We have forwarded this feedback to our maintenance team so they can check on these items. We would love to host you again, perhaps at a different home.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

Really Comfortable!

Just completing our stay in this very comfortable and roomy home on the river. Lovely, wood living room with gas fireplace leads into a well equipped kitchen and dining area. Plenty of cooking utensils, dishes, pots and pans. We had no needs for the preparing of our Thanksgiving Meal! Great wrap around deck was dog secure, a real convenience since we had significant rain during our stay and the road infront of the property flooded making walking our pet a bit challenging! Plenty of sleeping space with upstairs and downstairs bedrooms well separated giving everyone some privacy as well. The upstairs sitting area has a lovely view of the river. If you like to dine out, Guerneville's main street is virtually one restaurant after another, something I would let the Chamber of Commerce know is not a great recipe for economic success! There was a couple of Recycled Clothing Stores, a stain glass showroom and a great 5-10 Cent store with a bit of everything for sale. I would honestly say Irish Mist is a lovely, comfortable home to stay in with excellent river access. We would definitely recommend it and would return to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Sarah, Thank you for your lovely review of Irish Mist. I couldn't agree more, it really is a comfortable home! We hope to have you back again soon. Ellen ~ Russian River Vacation Homes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

A Great Cycling Hub

This house was a great place for a large group of friends. Lots of sleeping options for doubles, singles, and couches. Plenty of different places to hang out, indoors and out. Everything was in working order with a decent sized kitchen and good washer/dryer. It wasn't fancy, which we liked (we don't need high end furnishings, fast wifi throughout, or trendy decor). We particularly liked that the rear deck is a mix of sun and shade, with several tables, lounge chairs, and a good gas BBQ. We received excellent communication from the host. Because the water level was at its lowest in late September, it was a bit of a workout to get in & out of the water because the ladder up to the very nice, very high, dock was a foot above the water level. A few guests decided not to swim, because they were concerned they wouldn't be able to get out. Not a big issue for us, but something to think about if swimming or kayaking easily off the dock is a priority for you. There are plenty of other public beach put-ins nearby! This is a very relaxed, flexible, comfortable accommodation and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Hello Jennifer, Thank you for the glowing review! We are so glad everyone enjoyed the stay at Irish Mist! The dock and the boats are seasonal amenities, the dock at this house is permanent and we advise guests to get in the water at their own discretion. We are happy to help and thank you for being such fantastic guests, you are welcome back any time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

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

Great place!

Stayed here before, love the space. The dock was just perfect. Love this place and will absolutely book it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you for being wonderful guests! We would love to host you again and are elated you enjoyed your stay
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara B.

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

Right on the river

We have stayed at this house before. It's a great location, and very comfortable. This time the house was beginning to be in disrepair. It is still functional and comfy (the beds are super comfortable). But...outlets not working, dishwasher not working, ripped screen, dingy/chipped paint, one door had a hinge off it, carpet stains...that kind of thing. It just doesn't look like it's been maintained. We still had a great time, but hopefully someone can put some LOVE back into this house! Regardless of all those details, it's still an amazing location. You sit out on the deck, and just enjoy peacefulness of the river. And the dock is great - right at a deep part so you can do cannonballs off the dock. And we always rent kayaks and have them delivered. We all had a great time at this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina S.

Relaxing Sister Weekend was a success with this view

Relaxing Sister Weekend was a success with this view and the quiet of the area. The deck was amazing for coffee and reading each morning and wine and conversation each night. The one thing we noticed was each flooring change on the 1st floor also had a height change by an inch or sometime two which tripped us up at the beginning of our stay, bathroom to hall, living room to kitchen - a bit odd.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Beautiful home on the river

It was everything we were looking for! Beautiful fireplace and great room that was fantastic for sitting and watching Netflix while chatting. Nice, big dining table that accommodated all of us perfectly. Big deck with gates. River was too high and fast for floating, but it gets sun on the deck and was nice for drinking coffee. A bit hard to find later at night, but it worked out. Bring extra blankets because it gets cold and we couldn't find too many extras! Comfy beds, Lots of extra pillows, though, and a great selection of magazines and games. Wifi was good. Close to town and activities in the Russian River area. Cons: - no sponge or scrubby for handwashing dishes - had to use paper towel for scrubbing. - ants (only on first floor?); but it's in the woods, so this is to be expected. - AT&T cell service was spotty, so if you *need* to use phone, make sure it's Verizon or Sprint. Would definitely visit here again!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thank you for the review! We, and future guests, really appreciate the shared info and feedback! We're sorry to hear about the missing sponge. There should be a brand new one for every set of guests. Sometimes under the sink or in a drawer, but we'd have run one over to you if we'd known. And, yes, ants certainly can happen - especially in the rainy months. We try to keep them at bay with kid and pet-friendly products, but it can be a challenge. We hope to see you again soon! ~ The Team @ Russian River Vacation Homes PS - There's also a landline at the house in case you don't have cell service.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mariah S.

Beautiful Spot

Easy to get to, close to downtown, lovely porch and access to the river! Our family had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Fun River Access

Great place, we had a ball. Excellent private river access.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

We had a relaxing time.

Irish Mist is a spacious home with good amenities. I have previously noted that the upper deck needs another gate to make it truly "dog friendly." I had to use the trash cans to close the open area so that my dog would be corralled. Also, the living room needs more lighting. It is pretty dark. These are minor complaints. We liked the place very much.
Archival

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

Our family loved the house

Irish Mist is a place we'd love to return to. Having met the owners who are wonderful, we were eager to spend some multi-generational time there late July. The house is spacious, allowing for everyone to both be together and have time alone. We enjoyed the sunny deck, as well as the gas fireplace for cool mornings and evenings. Being able to have pets was also a plus. While there are many stairs to get down to the large permanent dock, they are sturdy with railings and worth the steps to get to the river where there is also a small beach directly on the opposite shore. The newer upstairs area was also useful for families having an open room with a window wall facing the river, and two bedrooms (one with 2 twin beds which we needed) and a bath. The street is quiet and only a mile from the town of Guerneville.
Archival

8/10 Good

Ashley M.

Girl's Weekend

Went with some girlfriends for a quiet weekend away. Had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Plenty of room for hanging out as a group in or out doors and lounging around. Also visited Korbel and some wineries, enjoyed a scenic drive, and did a little shopping with a moderate drive.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Great family get away

For the past few years my family and I have rented the Irish mist for my mothers birthday. Its spacious, so you don't feel so on top of one another which is nice with a large group. Even though it spacious and roomy, its tall wood ceilings, cute quaint dining room, and big cozy fireplace, make it feel like your home away from home! I have written it in the guest book, and I'll write it here, if you ever sale the Irish mist please contact Dave and Jacqueline Lopez from Windsor ca. You can call the rental company and get our info! :•) A+++ we love this place!

About the host

Hosted by Russian River Vacation Homes

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We are Russian River Vacation Homes, a part of D&G Equity Management, Inc., a family owned and locally owned/operated property management company.

Our Story:
In 1980, D&G founders and owners Michael and Patty saw a need in the area for habitable, affordable housing. At that time, many of the little cabins along the Russian River, originally built as summer cabins, were unsuitable for year-round occupancy. D&G assisted property owners with fixing up and renting their cabins. As the largest property management company in western Sonoma County, D&G Equity Management continues to be a staple in the Russian River community.

Russian River Vacation Homes is an off-shoot of D&G. One fine day in 1985, Michael's client, Bob, asked "Hey Mike, can you rent my cabin out just for the week or weekend instead of by the month?" Michael said "Sure!" and Russian River Vacation Homes was born. As renting vacation rentals became more popular, Russian River Vacation Homes grew into a full-time business with its own office. Today, Russian River Vacation Homes professionally manages over 60 high-quality vacation rentals.

We strive to make each and every stay the best one ever. If you have any questions or concerns about reserving or staying with us, please don't hesitate to contact us! We are here to help.

Why they chose this property

Guerneville is the largest town on the Russian River, and has a variety of excellent restaurants and shopping. There are many wineries within 15-20 minutes. Guerneville is also home to the amazing Armstrong Woods, and it's just a quick drive out to the coast! Guerneville is a fun and free spirited town that makes for a great getaway!

What makes this property unique

Why we love Irish Mist!-
Irish Mist has been home to many happy vacationers! It's perfect for families or groups of friends. With 2029 square feet, a dining room, two living areas, and a wrap around deck, there is plenty of room to spread out!

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