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Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!!

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

Property manager

Chrys Gakuba

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

Map
Monte Rio, CA

What's nearby

  • Northwood Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bohemian Grove - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Korbel Winery - 10 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 32 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Korbel Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬2 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).

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).

Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in the Redwoods
Fabulous time with family on the river look forward to coming back
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic for friends and family!
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslee L., San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
INCREDIBLE
Wonderful vacation Everything as described Perfect in every way
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful
All aspects of stay met or exceeded expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard j.

Liked: Cleanliness
check in
Cleaners were 1 hour late for entry
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conner H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Great location right on the river, lovely clean house, everyone enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property with wonderful amenities
The property itself was absolutely stunning - a beautiful home right on the river with wonderful amenities. The location could not have been better. However, after our stay there were some disagreements with the property owner regarding the condition in which we left the home. While we took (and always take) extra effort to be respectful guests and leave the property in good shape, the owner claimed our stay necessitated excessive cleaning, which we strongly dispute, and that we broke a chair, which was broken when we arrived. In the end, I believe we were able to resolve the matter and move on, but the post-stay interaction left a bit of a cloud over an otherwise wonderful weekend at a gorgeous property. I'm hopeful the owner and I can simply agree to disagree and leave the weekend and the property with positive reviews, as it deserves.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely with lots of nature.
Exactly as advertised. Host offered many ideas for places to go and things to do. Easiest check-in we've experienced. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern mid century
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gennie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home on the river
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Stunning views, plenty of room to spread out or be together. Great house for games, cooking, running around, tv viewing, resting. Well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Conner H.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the river!
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Great location, nice house, fantastic property and clean, what more could you ask for?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., Novato, California

Liked: Cleanliness
River Bliss!
Beautiful property and the house was amazing. We loved the fact that the windows & doors all opened to the sides and gave you that wonderful outdoor experience. Double everything! Grills, ovens, stove, dishwashers, sofas, tv's, tables & chairs! Super large 12 person hot tub and enough water toys for all. Large level yard for kids and dogs to run around. Great dock with 3 ladders for easy access in & out and the river wasn't to deep but just right. Redwood trees everywhere and a nice quiet neighborhood, with plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house and location to the river was stunning. We absolutely loved the view, the massive decks, the windows that opened up to the outside and the size of the house was fabulous. The beds were comfortable, and there was plenty of supplies within the kitchen to cook for a large party. We also loved the dock on the river, the convenience of the location, and all the kayaks and canoes they had available to us. The house had been remodeled, however, the bathrooms had not. All the bathrooms had old, outdated fixtures, holes in the tile potentially posing problems to bare feet, and lots of mold. We also did not feel super safe given one of the very large windows would not lock and one of the doors. I messaged the manager of the property and never got a response. If they corrected these issues, we would certainly return, but for the immense cost of the rental, the bathrooms and guests safety were the only real let down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remarkable
Ideal. Wonderful. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical!
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Stay on the River
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous. Relaxing, well-equipped, private, close to fun stuff.
Magnificent. Like being in an isolated Hollywood hills mansion. All supplies and equipment needed (e.g., two gas grills on deck, lots of kayaks, canoes, etc.) Gorgeous river views and direct access. Easy couple of minutes’ drive from great restaurants, beaches, redwood forest. Lots of rooms for group activities and privacy for reading/working.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
A fantastic location right on the river with easy access to the private dock. The house is open and spacious but still allows some privacy for the adults. The house is well taken care of, very clean and easy to figure out where things are and how to use the appliances. We will be coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Argyrios Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic river getaway
Beautiful place, close to the river, perfect for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This is a lovely house with an excellent view of the river. My family and I had a wonderful time at this house. And my son could walk 3 minutes to the golf course.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing stay
This place is perfect for a Russian River getaway. Bright house right on the river with a large car and amazing hot tub. We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021