Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!!

Monte Rio, California
$1204 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Stunning Contemporary Home, a River Penthouse on Russian River, like No Other!!

Just fully renovated, California Dream, a breathtaking Glass House, is 3,200 sq. ft. with a 2,500 sq. ft. deck and catwalk. Like a Blue Jay's nest in the adjacent 200 year old walnut tree's canopy, the house is 25 ft. above ground. It's perched on 2.8 acres of prime lazy tubing River Front Property. Dip in and out of the river all day from its grand 500 sq. ft. seasonal dock.

The deck and dock, skybox and courtside seat, let guests watch who and what floats down the sauntering summer river. In the fall, in addition to wine tasting, the house is great for binge watching football inside, and playing football and golf outside.

The property's Redwood Trees, jarring in size and longevity, welcome and embrace the entrance and front of the house. The house's openness and brightness coupled with the property's privacy, size and natural setting create a tranquil environment.

California Dream is bordered by: Northwood Golf Course, The Bohemian Club, the Russian River, and between Monte Rio Beach and Johnson's Beach.

Jenner Beach and Goat Rock Beach are 11 miles west, while Korbel Winery, Porter-Bass Winery and Armstrong Woods are 7 miles east.

Otherwise, just peacefully float throughout the house and onto the deck: make a gourmet meal in the gourmet kitchen, or grill and have cocktails on the deck. From the extra large hot tub, relax and watch the river, sunshine, and sky parade by before the stars and moon takeover at night.

California Dream is a contemporary River Penthouse retreat in which to rejuvenate, build bonds, and make lasting memories in a handsome natural setting. It's complemented by an architecturally compelling space in which to live. It is an exceptional mid-century house with provenance that has been refreshed with care, modern design and materials.

California Dream is 70 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge.


To BOOK California Dream the owner must speak directly to the prospective guest to address some specific conditions for booking. We are new to renting out our renovated home, as a short term rentals, directly to strangers, so we need to make sure we are doing things appropriately. A mutually beneficial relationship. We don't want to over commit and we want to make sure guest have reasonable expectations. We strive to prove an exceptional vacation rental experience, so open communication is paramount.

Ideally, we want repeat guests to reduce wear and tear on our home. We spent a considerable amount of effort with this renovation so we don't want a few bad apples spoiling things for future guests and for my family.

I appreciate your consideration, understanding and support. Hopefully, you'll enjoy the home as much as my family has for the past 10 years. Although, we never got to live in the remodel, outside the pandemic.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Rafting Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Table Tennis Video Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea Next To A Golf Course On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kimberley

    Submitted Jul 30, 2023

    Stayed Jul 21, 2023

    The house and location to the river was stunning. We absolutely loved the view, the massive decks, the windows that opened up to the outside and the size of the house was fabulous. The beds were comfortable, and there was plenty of supplies within the kitchen to cook for a large party. We also loved the dock on the river, the convenience of the location, and all the kayaks and canoes they had available to us. The house had been remodeled, however, the bathrooms had not. All the bathrooms had old, outdated fixtures, holes in the tile potentially posing problems to bare feet, and lots of mold. We also did not feel super safe given one of the very large windows would not lock and one of the doors. I messaged the manager of the property and never got a response. If they corrected these issues, we would certainly return, but for the immense cost of the rental, the bathrooms and guests safety were the only real let down.

  • Robin B.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    My son my sister and I stayed for 4 nights in October.Opening the house up and letting the outdoors in was a real treat. The kitchen has everything you need to make a gourmet dinner. The house was very clean and welcoming.Living among the redwoods was very picturesque.

  • Rolando S.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    We had a wonderful family stay. The house and its amenities were the best! Everything was well planned and convenient. Thank you for sharing your home.

  • David J.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We stayed the 4th of July weekend and the pictures do not do this home justice. It is amazing! Loved our stay and we will be back! Location is perfect! Lots of water craft for the water to keep the kids busy. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful Home!

  • Charles D.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Really fantastic property.

  • Christine M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    This place has everything you could ever ask for. An amazing location on the river with dock and watercraft. We certainly over packed because the kitchen is fully stocked, even with spices and every appliance. There is plenty to do with outdoor activities and indoor entertainment.

  • Eric A.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    Wow! The listing was stunning. The reality was even better. Now for the practical stuff:3 large bedrooms all with Kings (one with 2 King beds);Single floor house with wonderful open concept;Very well stocked with all essentials like towels, bedding, condiments, dishes, cooking tools, two gas grills, (they have thought of most everything and provided it);There are some steps leading from the drive to the entry but they are broad, slip proof, and have easy hand rails;The combination contemporary and mid-century design works like a dream. If you love these styles you will be thrilled to find this gem;Quiet, beautiful neighborhood for walking among the redwoods with an Allistair McKenzie designed 9 hole golf course a couple minutes from the house;The views from the massive deck are amazing with multiple seating areas and the views from inside through the floor to ceiling windows make the home seamlessly integrated with the surroundings;The host was responsive, well prepared, and provided videos of how to operate certain features of the house prior to arrival. Could not have asked for more and did not have to. Great for a couple who likes space, or several couples who want to vacation together. Also great for a family with the river and activities right there. Please don’t screw this up with a big, noisy party. The house is great for entertaining but the vibe is quiet relaxation and it delivers on all levels. Thank you Fidel! Already planning a return trip.

  • Ellen J.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    Everything about the trip was wonderful, except the weather The house was very well equipped, and very comfortable.On Christmas Day, my son and his family joined us and we were able to have a beautiful avocado family Christmas dinner

  • Greg N.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    We were there over Thanksgiving. It was very peaceful and the house was more than spacious. The deck is huge and provided great view of the Russian River. And the fact that there were no other houses on the other side provided even more serenity. A very good experienc.

  • Donna B.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    Fabulous time with family on the river look forward to coming back

  • Heather M.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    This is a jaw dropping property perfect for special celebrations with friends and family. The host was very responsive to my questions and supplied special touches such as flower pots all around the deck and a fantastic, large dock on the river.

  • Leslee L.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    Wonderful vacation Everything as described Perfect in every way

  • David D.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    All aspects of stay met or exceeded expectations

  • richard j.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Cleaners were 1 hour late for entry

  • Conner H.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    Great location right on the river, lovely clean house, everyone enjoyed it!

  • Keri F.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    The huge deck, beautiful redwoods, grass area, large windows, modern aesthetic, wonderful dock, ample river equipment… all these things made for a magical stay! We will definitely book again.

  • Seth D.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    Great!

  • Christopher C.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    The house is beautiful and very peaceful. Very well stocked with appliances and makes for a lovely family get away. The only catch was that the deck is very splintery and we didn’t catch that until too late and my 3 year old daughter’s feet and legs were covered in splinters that we had to dig out a few times. We would definitely stay again. There’s nothing more serene than sitting outside with a cup of coffee in the morning watching the river slowly wake up with birds and kayakers.

  • John W.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2023

    The property itself was absolutely stunning - a beautiful home right on the river with wonderful amenities. The location could not have been better. However, after our stay there were some disagreements with the property owner regarding the condition in which we left the home. While we took (and always take) extra effort to be respectful guests and leave the property in good shape, the owner claimed our stay necessitated excessive cleaning, which we strongly dispute, and that we broke a chair, which was broken when we arrived. In the end, I believe we were able to resolve the matter and move on, but the post-stay interaction left a bit of a cloud over an otherwise wonderful weekend at a gorgeous property. I'm hopeful the owner and I can simply agree to disagree and leave the weekend and the property with positive reviews, as it deserves.

  • Jeff S.

    Submitted May 26, 2024

    Stayed May 18, 2024

    Exactly as advertised. Host offered many ideas for places to go and things to do. Easiest check-in we've experienced. Highly recommended.

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