Sweet cottage in the redwoods with river beach access & fireplace

Monte Rio, California
$267 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Terra Haven

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Gorgeously tucked away in a grove of soaring, fragrant redwoods, this cottage provides a peaceful retreat in the artistic hamlet of Villa Grande. This woodland oasis, which sits 500 feet from a beach on the banks of the Russian River, offers an open living space with custom woodwork and lovely touches of vintage architecture, abeautiful deck and gas grill to enjoy beneath a canopy of trees, and a wood-burning fireplace to curl up to on chilly Sonoma County evenings.

This home sits within a short stroll of a community beach on the Russian River, one mile northwest of the amphitheater and the riverfront park. The Northwood Golf Course is less than two miles east, and the tiny community of Duncans Mills is five miles west. Take a drive to explore the eclectic shops and restaurants in downtown Guerneville, six miles east, admire the rugged beauty of the ocean at Sonoma Coast State Park, 10 miles west, or spend a day (legally) foraging mushrooms at Salt Point State Park, 27 miles northwest, before catching the sunset at Timber Cove on the way back.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
This vacation rental does not provide access to a washer/dryer.
EV car charger is not for guest use. Please help owner keep electrical costs down and do not use
All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor Policy and shall not engage in illegal activity.
Quiet hours are from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Security camera details: There are two security cameras on-site: one outward-facing camera on the front deck plus an outward-facing camera on the front porch (both with listening capability).

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the Rental Agreement on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 894 Sq Ft (83 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Gas Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Free Toiletries Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rafting Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Audrey K.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    The house was just perfect: great location, right size, everything was ready and in place. Hope to stay again!

  • Elizabeth F.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Great space, had what we needed, and loved being nestled in the woods.

  • Steve H.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We had a great time grilling over the holiday weekend and spending time at the river. Great location for cycling with Occidental and Cazedero within easy distance. Thanks for a great stay!

  • Janet D.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    We liked the house & the area. My primary issue was the washer & dryer that was listed under amenities was not available to use. Be aware if renting. We had problems with the keyless entry. Although the house was very clean, the dishes were not, we bought paper & plastic.

  • Amanda W.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Cute house close to the river.

  • Sarah P.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    A very cozy and clean home. Perfect for our girls getaway and fur babies.

  • Donna S Q.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I gave a 4 star due to the run-down furniture otherwise it’s a beautiful area.

  • Neil K.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    A nice house. But not well cared for. We planned to have meals on the nice deck. We knew in advance that the oven did not work. But we couldn’t even use the BBQ grill because it was missing the electronic starter. And then only one burner would light manually, and not adequately enough to cook our planned meals. Silverware in the kitchen drawers were not clean. No screens on windows. The back screen door was crumbling apart and the screen itself was partly detached. The steps going up to the front door were partly rotten. The neighborhood is basically like Tobacco Road. Would never stay here again. Vacasa, the management company, responded to my messages about the issues, said they were sending out the local “team” to fix things, but no one ever showed up or called. We just left a day early out of disgust. To top everything off, the front door key code lock would not function on the last morning before we left. Luckily the back door was unlocked at the time. In summary - don’t trust Vacasa managed properties.

  • jennifer s.

    Submitted May 14, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had the perfect getaway here! We loved sipping on coffee while sitting on the deck and the short walk to the private beach was very convenient. The place was peaceful, clean, roomy, and comfortable. It had everything we needed for the weekend and we highly recommend it!

  • Pavel V.

    Submitted Apr 30, 2024

    Stayed Apr 26, 2024

    We loved the view of the stars through the skylight from the bed at night, and the sunlit sequoyas view in the morning. The lovely interior design full of natural light and the great lighting choices made the mood great throughout the day and at night. Many choices for trips in nature around - near and further, and great choices for eating out or grilling on the deck! Thank you very much for a wonderful experience!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$267+
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