Wine Down ~ Hot Tub, Dog Friendly, On the River

Monte Rio, California
$405 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Uncork a bottle and relax at Wine Down, a charming 1924 riverfront cottage blending vintage character with peaceful natural beauty. Wood floors, custom cedar accents, and walls of windows create a warm, light-filled retreat overlooking the ever-changing Russian River.

The open living, dining, and kitchen areas make it easy to gather, with river views throughout. Enjoy cozy evenings by the gas fireplace or dine outside on the deck, where a hot tub invites you to unwind under the stars.<br>
Follow the stairs to the smaller dining deck and seasonal river access. Birdlife is abundant, adding to the tranquil setting. Bedrooms feature comfortable Casper California king mattresses, and the living room offers plenty of space to relax.

Located just half a mile from Monte Rio, three miles from Duncan’s Mills, and ten miles from the Pacific Ocean at Jenner, Wine Down is the perfect base for your Russian River getaway.

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Wine Down is 6 people not including kids under 3 years old. Quiet hours are from 9:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times.

A Note About Our Cleaning Fees:
Thank you for supporting our local business! When you stay with us, you are supporting local families at work. We think everyone deserves a decent living wage, and we make sure to set the rates and fees so that our cleaners and employees earn a living wage in beautiful Sonoma County. The cleaning fee goes directly to the cleaners and inspectors for their hard work in making sure our guests have a wonderful and welcoming space to call home for their stay.

Parking: The parking deck accommodates 2 cars. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: First Bedroom: California King Bed; Second Bedroom: California King Bed; Living Room: Single Day Bed; Queen Sofabed.

Heat Source: Gas fireplace in the living room and electric wall heaters in the bedrooms.

A/C: Wine Down 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.

Baby/Kid-Specific Items: A pack-n-play is provided.

Stairs: There are two steps from the parking area to the house. There are exterior stairs to the outdoor shower, laundry room and river overlook. Seasonal stairs to the river. Inside, the home is all one level.

EV charger: Level 2 EV charger. Please use during non-peak hours/overnight.

Docks, Boats, and River Access: These are seasonal amenities and only available when conditions allow. Expect docks, boats, and river access when the summer dams are in (mid-June to mid- September). Conditions vary from year to year and can change rapidly – use your best judgement to determine your risk level and comfort in the water/physical activity. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are underwater until late spring.

River Stairs: There's a staircase from the lowest level of the yard to the river in the summer months. It is (rarely) shared with one neighbor. There is not a dock – the stairs end at the riverbed or the water depending on water levels.

Boats: When available, there is 1 double kayak, 3 single kayaks, and 1 stand up paddleboard stored in the yard.

Rural Setting and Critters: We live in a rural area with ants, spiders, rodents, and larger critters from raccoons and mountain lions to bears. While we make the best effort to protect against them from coming into homes, we also do not use poison where it can harm wildlife, pets, and children. And keeping all critters out is simply not possible. We appreciate your help in putting tasty smelling items into refrigerators, proper disposal of trash, and understanding that ants (especially) come in without warning and may not have been present at the time of cleaning.

Cell Phones: Please be aware that many cell phones will not have service at this location. There is WiFi though!

Pet Friendly: This home welcomes up to 2 well-mannered dogs. If you have more than 2 dogs or other types of pets, please contact us to see if exceptions can be made before reserving.

Fencing: The main deck is fully enclosed and includes separate gates to the parking deck and stairs to the yard. The lower level of the property is not fenced.

Driving Distances:
Proximity to wineries: Korbel Winery is 7.8 miles and an additional 5 minutes to Westside Road.
Nearest River Beach: For a more traditional sandy beach and summer concessions, the Monte Rio Public Beach is 0.7 miles.
Nearest Ocean Beach: There are many ocean beaches along the Sonoma coast, but one of the closest is Goat Rock State Beach just south of Jenner – 11.2 miles from the house. One of the beaches at Goat Rock is dog-friendly.
Distance to Downtown Guerneville: The Safeway in downtown Guerneville is 5.0 miles.
Northwood Golf Course: 1.9 miles.
Distance to Santa Rosa Airport: 19.9 miles.

Sonoma County TOT #: 2806N
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit #: TVR17-0413
Sonoma County Vacation Rental License #: LIC24-0162

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1024 Sq Ft (95 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Heidi Y.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Really great property. Kitchen had lots to cook with. Great location. Clean and comfortable. We loved it! Thanks!

  • Anuj A.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We had a great time again. Everything was as described and well maintained. We’ll be back again soon.

  • Justin d.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    My family and I loved this property! Tucked away in the Redwoods with the Russian River as your backyard, beautiful oceans 20 min away, and a great 9 hole golf course down the street.We will be back!

  • allison m.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    House was super clean and met all Of our needs. Bonus hot tub and river time. Property company was very responsive and welcoming.

  • Monty T.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    Perfect spot to get away and just enjoy the fresh air and quiet. Parking is a little tight for a full size truck but doable.

  • Mary I.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    Such a great spot. Hot as the weather was, we were happy as can be under the shade of the redwoods with an amazing breeze. House was very comfortable and the outdoor shower was delightful. Neighbors are all pleasant and we would love to return!

  • David H.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    Only here two nights, but it was just as described, and just what we needed. Well supplied and maintained. We enjoyed the hot tub and the river in our full day here, as well as some lovely close-by hikes.

  • Katherine G.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 23, 2024

    Had a great time with my husband and our dogs. Comfortable and clean accommodations great location on the river very dog friendly.

  • Carol L.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2024

    Stayed Mar 23, 2024

    Property was on the Russian River and it was a bit cold during our stay to enjoy the deck and outdoor space, but a comfortable home that was close to coast and hiking for day trips. I really enjoyed the timely text reminders and check-in/ out. This feature made it easy to keep track of the guest details.

  • Susan G.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2023

    Stayed Jun 29, 2023

    Had a great time with family and friends during the 4th of July week! The house is in a great location. Easy access to the river and beach. Late afternoon hot tubbing on the deck.

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