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Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat

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Smart TV, ping pong, offices
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12396 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    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.

Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat

Welcome to Malvasia! This unique 5BR retreat puts you within 20 minutes or less of some of the best wineries and vineyards in Sonoma Valley. With a stunning exterior and private pool with valley views, you'll enjoy an escape like no other. Spread out between two living rooms, with a pool table in the family area, as well as dual dining spaces designed to accommodate your entire group. Malvasia’s interior boasts unique architectural details, tons of natural light, and an upscale, curated design that will have you feeling right at home in Wine Country. There’s even a dedicated office space and desks in multiple bedrooms if you’re looking to stay productive while you’re here. Book today and begin your escape!

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

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. Touring local wineries, dining at farm-to-table restaurants, and visiting world-class spas are just a few ways to experience this pristine destination. While unwinding is certainly the attitude in Sonoma, activities such as horseback riding and hot-air balloon rides attract those looking for an adventure.

Local Attractions: Safari West, Charles M Schulz Museum, Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley, Russian River, Lake Sonoma, Bodega Bay, The Barlow, Bravas Bar de Tapas, Barndiva, Diavola Pizzeria

Home Truths:
- Please note that the fireplaces are not available for guest use.
- 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.
- Pool heat is available for an additional fee, but must be requested at least 48 hours before your stay.
- Pool heat is not available during the summer months.
- This home does not offer AC.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count, including a queen-sized sleeper sofa located upstairs. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- Please note that Landscaping will be onsite every Wednesday.
- Please note that the large open spaces on the property are only mowed twice per year. The property is in a rural area and the large grassy areas are not manicured in hopes of preserving the natural ecosystems and habitat.

Parking Details:
- Garage accommodates 1 car
- Driveway accommodates 8 cars.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed w/ ensuite (2)
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed (2)
Bedroom 3 / Queen bed (2)
Bedroom 4 / Full bed (2)
Bedroom 5 / 2x bunk beds (4)
Hallway Landing Area / Queen sized sleeper sofa (2)
+ 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats (2)

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

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.

Property manager

AvantStay

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball 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
  • Unit size: 4,262.5 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Santa Rosa, California

What's nearby

  • Sonoma County Fairgrounds - 11 min drive
  • Sonoma State University - 12 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Junior College - 14 min drive
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 17 min drive
  • Oakmont Golf Club - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 16 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wine Country Cafe & Deli - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Donald & Maureen Green Music Center - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Matanzas Creek Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lazzini's Market and Delicatessen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Trione-Annadel State Park, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, and Crane Creek Regional Park. Morton's Warm Springs and Bennett Valley Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Malvasia by AvantStay | Luxe Wine Country Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

emily m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot for a large group getaway
This was one of the most beautiful rentals we have ever stayed in. The pool and jacuzzi were a highlight. Check in was a breeze and there was more than enough towels and parking to accommodate the group.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lola A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Spent a long weekend here with my daughter and her bridal party. The house was perfect for the 12 of us and truly is beautiful. The location is amazing but the house could use some updating. Needs more lighting outside on the deck and we could not get the thermostat to work. The WiFi is terrible!!!! Overall it was a great place with plenty of room and very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great multi-family getaway
This is a beautiful home which easily accommodated three families of 4. There are lots of sitting/living areas big and small for people to be together or spread out over the course of several days as needed. The kids loved the basketball court and the pool. TO NOTE- the pool never really gets warm, the heat just makes it “not freezing”. And the hot tub was definitely only kinda warm. For a $500 add-on fee that was a disappointment, but the home and the service otherwise overdelivered so I wouldn’t dock a full star for this.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing Girl's Long Weekend
Pros – house if really quite beautiful, nice layout, super comfy beds/bedding (we rated them A++!), good size kitchen, overall clean and good location. Cons – request for heated pool failed; local team sent handyman (thanks David!) to repair 48-hours after we arrived (after multiple text messages to local team and upon my request). I did receive a full refund for the fee but super disappointing since we planned on using each day. No mirrors in some of the bathrooms (very strange), empty/watered down handsoap and shower soap, cheap coffee maker (not even an auto shut-off), not enough coffee mugs for group of nine, mix & match dishware, no ice-maker or ice trays, no AC (that is noted in the description but it was 85 degrees in the house when we arrived!), some windows have no screens (so couldn’t open all windows), cobwebs in some rooms, not all outdoor lighting worked (safety issue with steps), no lights by grill (used iphone to cook), freezer did not work well, smoke alarm chirped (handyman fixed), beeping from utility room near garage, yard overgrown, house needs power washing, faded pool chair cushions, insufficient furniture on huge deck. Overall, if someone would invest a couple of thousand dollars on some of these items, the house would be a 10. House seems neglected. Would also be useful to have a guest binder with various instructions, recommendations, etc. I've stayed at several VRBO locations and overall, this one was very disappointing (at a cost of $10k+).
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work celebration trip
Great facility and great views with quick and easy responses
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
stairs galore
One thing that is not obvious is that there are stairs inside and out. Not just a staircase but 4 steps to downstairs bedroom which is not shown in any pictures. The pool is lovely, the amenities are nice. There were a few issues, shade was missing in bedroom, dishwasher doesn't work really well. Issues were addressed adequately, staff was friendly. A downstairs floorplan should be on the web site plus pictures showing the inside stairs. Plus railing does not go all the way down on the pool side outdoor stairs and is broken.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Loved the property and the amenities offered by Avant. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

john o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This is a beautiful property that is perfect for groups. Only downside is that there is no air conditioning. It’s not entirely necessary with the cool evenings in the area, but the days can be quite hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So close to amazing, but missing the final details
Overall the house is setup for a great vacation stay, especially the outdoor setup and the pool. It appears we may have been one of the first to rent the house, it felt as if it was rented before it was fully furnished and ready. Two of the bathrooms fully lacked mirrors (you just looked at tile), the rooms were quite sparse, and most of the walls were empty. With just a little more work, this place would be a 5-star stay and an amazing destination.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation spot!
This property is perfect for a family gathering. The privacy and views made it so easy for us to connect. Tons of space and super helpful support and communication helped to make things more enjoyable. Biggest downside was we had little ones and the house is more adult friendly (stairs). Pool and outdoor space created so many memories. What a trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wine Country Dream
20 starssss!!! It was all a dream... This is the MOST gorgeous property I have stayed at! It exceeded our expectations and we did not want to leave! The pool is absolutely spectacular and the view is breathtaking! The view. The view from anywhere on this property is amazing! The house is enormous and fully equipped and absolutely beautiful, modern, clean, and so spacious! The rooms are beautiful! The beds are soooo comfortable! The beds are sooo comfortable. I have not slept in, in 16 years! Avantstay was awesome! They are very fast and attentive! I would be lucky to bring my family and friends back to stay at Malvasia again! Thank you for opening up this home, er, mansion dream...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023