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The Hideaway: 4 Bedroom Russian River FRONT Cabin in Guerneville w/ PRIVATE DOCK

The Hideaway: 4 Bedroom Russian River FRONT Cabin in Guerneville w/ PRIVATE DOCK

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The fireplace and the greatroom are the center of the house.
Front of house, surrounded by Redwood Trees.
The front garden with rose bushes, a fig tree & bougianvilleas.
The fireplace & greenroom during the daytime.
20-foot ceilings and batten board finishings make the great room great.

Overview of The Hideaway: 4 Bedroom Russian River FRONT Cabin in Guerneville w/ PRIVATE DOCK

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Guerneville, CA
  • Popular LocationKorbel Winery5 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmstrong Redwoods State Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson's Beach7 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Hideaway: 4 Bedroom Russian River FRONT Cabin in Guerneville w/ PRIVATE DOCK

Year Round Fun! This is an amazing family cabin tucked in among the redwoods. The location is ideal. Literally just steps away from the Russian River with a private dock, you can't get much closer to the river without falling in.

The house itself is a gem. Having been redone multiple times, it is a beautiful blend of classic traditional with the right amount of new touches. Stunning redwood batten board throughout the house sets the perfect backdrop for the house.

The house has been raised off the street and has a great deck off the front which is perfect for summertime barbeques and enough room to accommodate teak cocktail chairs with a modular square cocktail table, a round picnic table with chairs and piazza lights. Perfect for winding down in the evenings following a great day on the river.

As you enter the house, there is a great room with a phenomenal fireplace. The nearly 20-foot ceilings scream for you to sit by the fire and enjoy a glass (bottle?) of your favorite found chardonnay or pinot.

And, the back enclosed porch is a wonderful gathering place for dining and lounging with views of the surrounding vistas.

The house really is a great place to getaway to. The access to the river is amazing. The dock is a great way to enjoy the water. Whether you want to rent paddle boats or canoes from Johnson's Beach or just lounge on an inner-tube or raft, there is something special about just going for a swim in the river.

For the beach-goers, Johnson's beach is less than a mile and is a great walk.

For the SPORTSMAN, the fishing is great. Do that from the dock, wade upstream and use the adjacent beach, or take a short drive out to Jenner or Bodega to charter a trip. Some friends of ours often plan abalone dives and use the river as a homebase.

If you are into GOLF, the Northwoods golf course is only 3.8 miles from the house. Designed by Dr. Alister MacKenzie in 1928, the course is a classic MacKenzie design with 9 holes winding through giant redwood trees. (This is the same architect who designed Cypress Point, Augusta National, Meadow Club, Pasatiempo and many other great courses).

For the WINE lover, the list of amazing Russian River wineries is tremendous. Korbel does a terriffic tour and has a really great deli and picnic area. Gary Farrell is one of the most well respected wine makers around, producing some super premium wines. Porter Creek is a little more laid back ... and a lot of fun.

For the FOODIES, there is a wide variety. Everything from tasty comfort food and special breakfast places (See: The River Inn, Piknik Town Market) to pizza to brewery / pub food (Stumptown Brewery) to high end / romantic / special dinners at Applewoods and Boon. And, delicious eats and mezcal at El Barrio.

For the KIDS, there are a ton of possible adventures. One of our favorites continues to be Pee Wee Golf & Arcade which is just across the river from town (about a mile from the house) and Rio Nido Pee Wee Golf. Armstrong Woods is very nearby and a great spot to stand among giant redwood trees. There are hiking trails here but also a flat walkable area.

Guerneville Farmers Market is active Thursday evenings June through August.

January:
Winter Wineland (1/13/2024 - 1/14/2024)

March:
Wine Road Barrel Tasting (3/2/2024 - 3/3/2024)

April:
Battle of the Brews (4/1/2023)
IPA10K + Beerfest + Beer Mile (4/20/2024)
Bodega Bay Fisherman's Festival (4/22/2023 - 4/23/2023)
Apple Blossom Festival & Parade - Sebastopol (4/29/2023 - 4/30/2023)
Passport to Dry Creek Valley (4/29/2023 - 4/30/2023)

May:
Women's Weekend Guerneville (5/17/2024 - 5/19/2024)

June:
Sonoma County Beerfest - The Good One (6/10/2023)
North Coast Wine and Food Festival (6/17/2023)
Taste of Sonoma (6/22/2024)
Russian River Rodeo (6/22/2023 - 6/23/2023)

July:
Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic (7/15/2023)
Lazy Bear Weekend (7/29/2024 - 8/5/2024)

August:
Gravenstein Apple Fair (8/12/2023 - 8/13/2023)
Beer Revival and BBQ Cookoff (8/19/2023)
Bodega Seafood Art and Wine Festival (8/26/2023 - 8/27/2023)

September:
Best Buck in the Bay Duncan's Mills Rodeo (9/9/2023 - 9/10/2023)
Tumble on the River Music Festival - Rio Nido (9/16/2023)
Real Neato Music Festival - Rio Nido (9/23/2023)

October:
Russian River Pride (10/13/2023 - 10/15/2023)
Hitchcock Film Fest - Bodega Bay (10/20/2023 - 10/21/2023)

November:
Wine and Food Affair (11/4/2023 - 11/5/2023)

December:
Guerneville Holiday Parade of Lights

All in all, there is something for everyone here. The Hideaway is a cozy home and a great place to anchor your stay.

Sonoma County Code Section 26-88-120 (Vacation Rentals) Requirements:
* County of Sonoma Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Certificate No. 1067N.
* Quiet Hours to be observed by all guests 10pm-7am.
* Maximum number of guests allowed: 6 people.
* Maximum number of vehicles allowed: 3 vehicles.

Property manager

Erin Strain Elliott
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. until 9 a.m. Pacific Time.
DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper down the toilet.
Secure the Property when Away. Please close/lock all screens; this will keep the bugs, flies, scorpions, and centipedes to a minimum.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Guerneville

Located in Guerneville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Potter Schoolhouse and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Dom Whitney Tasting Lounge and Powell's Sweet Shoppe - Windsor are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Map
Guerneville, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk
  • Korbel Winery - 5 min drive
  • Northwood Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 5 min drive
  • Johnson's Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 28 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guerneville Taco Truck - 2 min drive
  • Boho Manor - 8 min drive
  • Rainbow Cattle Co. - 16 min walk
  • Coffee Bazaar - 16 min walk
  • Koalas Fine Food - 19 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S., BRISBANE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverside fun
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Wonderful property with a very communicative host. The dock and river access made for an exceptional trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Erin’s place made for an incredible weekend with family. The house was very cozy, with amazing views from the dining table, and wonderful flourishes of history throughout. And to top it all off, the backyard and deck made us question how we got so lucky. We truly appreciated how accommodating Erin was, thanks so much, Erin! We cant wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guerneville getaway
We loved the cabin. It was a perfect combination of rustic, cozy, and spacious for 2 adults and 4 teens. We enjoyed the modern shower with views of redwoods, the fully equipped kitchen, the great room with fireplace, and the dining room overlooking a field and more trees. We loved having a sunset cocktail on the private deck by the river. The whole weekend was so relaxing, even with 4 teens along.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dolores M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Thanksgiving
Very cozy, warm, and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Erin Strain Elliott

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This is a family owned property that is working on its 3rd and 4th generations. Our grandparents (Frank and Retta) originally purchased the 'cabin' as a getaway place from their home in the City (San Francisco). They loved it so much that they moved up here full time.

For years, 'the River' has been a very traditional vacation spot for families and adults from San Francisco. In 1964, my parents met at the River when my mom was there for a 'girls weekend' and my dad was up with the guys. I guess it was fated for us to be here. We should all be so blessed.

Growing up, this became our getaway. Only an hour north of San Francisco, we spent many of our best days swimming in the river, building tree forts, playing football on the lawn. Thanksgiving at the river is amazing.

As we have gotten older, it is great to get away to enjoy the tremendous wineries and great cuisine that has made its way into the region. This is a playground for all.

Why they chose this property

This property sits at the end of quiet street on the river side. With direct access to the river and a private dock that we put in, we have tremendous access to the river -- you can throw a football from the house to the dock.

Growing up, we had a view of the river and the beach. As the river has moved over time, the view has changed as is now one that provides us beautiful panaromas of the willow trees on the beach with a stunning backdrop of redwood trees on the mountains surrounding the Russian River Valley.

And, the house itself is set among a tremendous strand of giant redwoods that are stunning.

What makes this property unique

With a private dock on the river, there is no better way to spend some lazy days just enjoying the spectacular weather.

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