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19-Acre Russian River Wine Country Retreat, Private Beaches, beautiful house

19-Acre Russian River Wine Country Retreat, Private Beaches, beautiful house

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Main house, photo by Guest
Set up umbrellas and chairs in the river for a relaxing day!
Property grounds
Property grounds
Clear water at one of our beaches

Overview of 19-Acre Russian River Wine Country Retreat, Private Beaches, beautiful house

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Cloverdale, CA
  • Popular LocationCloverdale Historical Society4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiver Rock Casino22 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Sonoma23 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom

Upstairs Bedroom

Upstairs Bedroom

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half-bath off kitchen

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

19-Acre Russian River Wine Country Retreat, Private Beaches, beautiful house

Beautiful 19-acre one-of-a-kind riverfront retreat at the confluence of the Russian River and Big Creek in the Sonoma Wine Country’s Alexander Valley of northern California. Several private beaches offer fantastic world-class river swimming in clear, relatively warm comfortable water (about 9-degrees warmer than most California rivers) with a reasonably mild current, all in a wonderful natural setting teeming with wild life - - the trout fingerlings will nibble at your toes! Downstream towns like Rio Vista and Guerneville, while charming, offer less ideal river swimming conditions because they are often located in cooler redwood forests and the water isn’t as clear.

The comfortable, clean 3-bedroom (all with walk-in closets) 2 ½ bath house (sleeps 6 + 2 sleeper couch = 8) includes a 7-person hot tub/spa, TV (all cable channels), DVR, Wi-Fi, propane BBQ, decks, fire pit, fruit tree orchard and separate Horse Barn game room/beach clean-up station with pool table, darts, horseshoes and badminton, basketball hoop and an outdoor shower.

The peninsula property is located in Cloverdale, 3 minutes from downtown, only 20 minutes from enchanting Victorian Healdsburg and surrounded by 40 notable Alexander Valley vineyards including Rodney Strong, Francis Ford Coppola, Ferrari Carano, Dry Creek Vineyards, Fritz and Geyser Peak. Just 80 easy freeway miles north of San Francisco. Enjoy a perfect summer day with wine-tasting in the morning, beaches in the afternoon and fine dining and hot tub under the stars at night. In summertime, it’s fabulous swimming and hot, dry weather (limited floaties provided for guests). A great road trip includes small river towns nestled in redwood groves like Monte Rio and Forestville, then on to the Pacific where the misty rock pillars of Jenner tower majestically in the sea. Don’t miss old Fort Ross, the early 19th century Russian empire fur trading post, and magical Mendocino, the Victorian gem atop the cliffs overlooking the ocean. Sorry no pets; non-smokers only. Check out our Sunday night special for $550! Have a great trip!

SUGGESTION: Stay all day at Two Rivers as a “destination” resort: Excellent river swimming at 6 private beaches; downriver floating; hot tub; fishing (license required) and cray-fishing (no license required – Owner will lend Guest a crawdad trap upon request); game room with pool table, darts, badminton, basketball hoop, ping-pong / beer pong table, etc.; camp fire pit; property exploration over 19 acres; riverside and in-river lounging; BBQ; star-gazing under Cloverdale’s renown summer night skies; and birding -- best areas are at the confluence of 2 streams at Two Rivers Beach and also the woodpecker colony at entrance on Big Creek.
*the caretaker's cabin is next to the house, you may knock on their door if you’re in need anything. You will not be bothered and they don't use the facilities. Presence of docks on water are subject to river water level. No more than 8 people allowed on property at a time, no parties*

Property manager

Tova Sloan
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
SEPTIC TANK SYSTEM: Please no bleach, tampons or baby/handi-wipes in laundry, toilets or drains. Owner provides all septic-friendly products.
No more than 8 guests allowed on the property.

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 deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Cloverdale

Located in Cloverdale, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. BobDog Winery and Fritz Underground Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russian River and Cloverdale Plaza. Traveling with kids? Consider McFadden Vineyard Tasting Room and Solar Living Institute Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cloverdale, CA

What's nearby

  • Cloverdale Historical Society - 4 min drive
  • Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds - 5 min drive
  • Francis Ford Coppola Winery - 18 min drive
  • River Rock Casino - 22 min drive
  • Lake Sonoma - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 7 min drive
  • Wolf House Brewing - 4 min drive
  • Pick's Drive-In - 5 min drive
  • Zini's Diner - 6 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best vacation homes for family
Two years ago, we ventured to this property with another family and had an absolute blast during the summer. So, we decided to return to celebrate my daughter's birthday. The transition from summer to spring brought a whole new perspective to our visit. We were able to gather around a massive campfire and bask in the beauty of Mother Nature as the colors changed and the grass turned lush green. Our hosts, Tova and Steve, truly made our stay unforgettable with their warmth and hospitality. Steve even treated us to a delightful bird-watching excursion, which we all thoroughly enjoyed. This hidden gem has become our go-to spot for family and friends looking for a tranquil getaway. I can't recommend it highly enough to anyone seeking a memorable retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family trip
This was our second time at this property and we hope to return again in the future. If you are looking for a peaceful place to relax but still have plenty of fun things to do as a family this is it! We spent most days on the river and also enjoyed the hot tub and activities at the horse barn. The beds are so comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped for cooking. It’s clean and very well maintained. I would not change a thing about this place, we love Two Rivers!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place for a Family Vacation
The property was pretty much perfect for our family of five. The house was clean and the owners had thought of practically everything. Our family really enjoyed the river. Besides that, it is conveniently located to downtown Cloverdale and other activities. The caretaker, Steve, is an awesome host. Check in and out was very easy. Overall, a great spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great House for a Group, but BE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE CAPACITY RULES
I booked this house for 8 members of my family visiting for a reunion and did not stay here; I and the rest of our group stayed nearby. The family loved the venue, especially the access to the Russian River. This review is not 5 stars because the owner says she misunderstood the fact that I and my 7 family members in the nearby house wanted to spend some daytime hours enjoying the river access with the rest of our family who were staying at this house. We had travelers from as far away as Texas, and we selected our 2 vacation houses many weeks in advance. Spending time together was a top criterion. My booking specifically explained our desire to visit only during the day. The booking was confirmed. I paid the entire amount the day we booked. Later, I received the 11-page Hold Harmless Agreement, which requires initials and signatures, One provision states that the property capacity limit is 8 for the house; 2 more can visit but not overnight, subject to the discretion of the owner. I emailed the owner, reminding her of our desire for as many as 16 to be on the property during part of the visit. She cancelled our booking, saying it didn't meet our needs. She sent an email apologizing for her misunderstanding, but it arrived in the late afternoon on a Friday when we were away, and she had already started refund procedures. Very stressful, as there were no similar venues nearby. We were able to re-book, but could not gather on the property, which was a big disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Another summer, another fantastic stay at Two Rivers. It is a magical place with wonderful hosts and it is perfect for our family of five. We return every summer and everyone in our crew loves the river and the house. We can't wait to return for our sixth summer next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tova Sloan

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Stable, responsible senior husband and wife married decades with two grown children. Our daughter, Tova manages the property. Sometimes we stay on premises in nearby caretaker's cabin working, gardening or recreating but keep low profile and allow Guests the "run of the place" whenever possible.

Why they chose this property

Available for rent first time in 100 years. The house is fairly new, being built in 2008 and very comfortable, but the property is special because it is a 19-acre peninsula located at the confluence of two great Sonoma County streams: Russian River and Big Creek. These amazing people-friendly streams offer world-class river swimming thanks to the relatively warm, clear, mild-current water teeming with wildlife in a beautiful natural setting.

What makes this property unique

Lots of space to roam around in this huge private island-like 19-acre resort with 6 beaches, landscaped grounds, good house and views, all in a beautiful natural setting. Only 20 minutes from upscale Healdsburg and located in the heart of the Wine Country with 40 prominent wineries. Decks, views, fire pit, orchard, garden, mature landscaping, and especially fantastic river swimming in the Russian River, certainly one of the most people-friendly rivers on earth.

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