Wildwood Gardens Scenic Rustic Vacation Retreat on the River

Monte Rio, California
$431 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Rustic Wildwood Gardens (Cert No. 721N), is a lush and serene haven located on the banks of the scenic Russian River. Adults, children and pets will enjoy the one-acre lawn and garden under the shade of the majestic redwoods. Follow a short private path a few feet from the lower deck down to the river and to the right to swim, play or launch one of the house kayaks. There are three sundecks on which to relax and read a good book, listen to the birds, watch the wildlife on the lazy river or enjoy the hot tub with spectacular views. Wildwood Garden has something for everyone.

Wildwood Gardens is delightful and relaxing every season of the year.

In summer, enjoy Monte Rio’s 4th of July fireworks from the hot tub, or from the spacious lawn. Build a campfire in the fire pit on the lawn and enjoy the long summer nights. Wildwood Garden is secluded from other houses in the area so you can enjoy your own private oasis.

Fall still has warm days and nights and most of the tourists have gone home, but they miss one of the best times to enjoy the sunsets on the river that attract thousands of small jumping fish. Watch the birds as they migrate south.

Winter is perfect time for a cozy and romantic weekend to enjoy the fireplace, a good book and a glass of wine while watching the wildlife and river float by. Take a long soak in the Jacuzzi tub and feel like all of your worries have washed away with the river.

In spring, greenery abounds.

This water front house has a short private path to the Russian river, just a few feet from the lower deck. Depending on river conditions, in the summer there is a small beach to the right at the bottom of the path. Guests may use any of the boats and life safety vests that Wildwood Garden provides. [Boat use is prohibited in the high water winter months, usually between November and April.]. Because the river is constantly changing our bank, we do not guarantee easy beach access.

The house is rustic cabin but well appointed. Both bedrooms have queen size pillow top beds. The main bedroom opens to the deck area with a hot tub and river views. There is a small loft overlooking the living room for the kids. While our permit allows for six overnight guests, the house comfortably accomodates four people.

The living room/dining room has vaulted wood ceilings and accent lighting. There is a flat panel TV above the fireplace, with streaming services, and a large sectional sofa. WiFi is available throughout the house. From the living room and bathroom you can access the river view redwood deck that spans the riverfront side of the house and a large picnic table and comfortable chairs expand your living space to the outside. The hot tub and BBQ are also on the riverside of the deck.

The kitchen has everything you will need to feel at home. The bathroom has a Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and plenty of fresh towels. The house is equipped with an on-demand water heater so the last person in doesn’t have to worry about getting a cold shower and all of the rooms have recently upgraded heaters. For those staying extra days, a washer dryer is available.

You can spend a leisurely afternoon wine tasting at nearby Martinelli and Korbel wineries or dozens of other smaller wine boutiques. Enjoy a 9-hole game of golf at the nearby Northwood public golf course or bring your bikes to explore the breathtaking road to the river’s end at the Pacific Ocean in Jenner. Cyclists from all over the world now explore the Russian River backroads. Antique shops, restaurants and art galleries await in nearby Duncan Mills, Guernevile, Healdsburg and Sonoma. A short drive takes you to the quaint hamlet of Occidental with old family restaurants in buildings dating to when the town was a booming railroad outpost.

Please note for guests booking on a Thursday or Friday, our gardeners will usually spend about 1 hour mowing and trimming the lawn.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) 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: 900 Sq Ft (84 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Limited Housekeeping
  • 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 : 6

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Review Review

  • Kari M.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    Host was welcoming and responded timely when needed. This cozy river property was perfect for a weekend getaway with our pups. We love being within 20 minutes of the ocean. Lots of great beaches and hiking trails to explore. We will definitely come back again in the summer or fall to spend some time on the river.

  • Samantha P.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    Had a wonderful relaxing time. Would love to comeback anytime. Host was accommodating and always quick to respond.

  • Jill H.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    beautiful spot by the river; hot tub was relaxing; rooms are cozy.

  • Thomas T.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2025

    Fantastic stay on the Russian river. I appreciated the proximity to town while still being tucked away quietly on the river.

  • Ben B.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Beautiful location, stairs right to the river from the backyard. Cozy bedrooms and living room excellent for movie nights. Kitchen has everything you need to cook and a solid coffee maker. Hot tub was very nice and clean for cold mornings and nights.Quick walk or drive to the Monte Rio beach, Boho Manor for dinner and drinks, Monte Rio Redwoods Trailhead for hiking.Definitely recommend!

  • Beth B.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    My family enjoyed this gem on the Russian River. The house was comfortable and very clean. Pet friendly too which was great! The hot tub in the rain was delightful! The large yard with fire pit was perfectly maintained and had a path right to the water. They even have kayaks available for use! The hosts were very friendly and easy to reach. I look forward to staying here again!

  • Ivy E.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    This was a perfect stay In a charming house with an incredible lawn and deck. For our stay we had to navigate down a small embankment to get into the water but it was easy for us. We spent all weekend out on the river. Our dog was also in heaven and we were devastated to leave. The hosts were also so kind and easy to communicate with.

  • Chip R.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Love the space. A bit more roadside noise in one bedroom than I anticipated. Glad I brought ear plugs

  • Laura M.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    This was our second stay at this house. We loved our stay just as much as the first time! The house is in an ideal location, well appointed and has great amenities. Check in and checkout was a breeze! We highly recommend this property!

  • Patricia G.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    This is NOT worth the price per night. 250.00 /nite TOPS. Tire on bike flatFloor so uneven my friend got vertigo and had to go home! Cracked tiles in kitchenBathroom’soap shampoo conditioner: one 1/3 full suave shampoo Deck floor slantedWashing machine area ‘up to code?’ Floor with soft spots . Grounds are beautiful but this house needs ALOT OF WIRK

  • Zane F.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Bliss on the Russian River. Great location to access the river and spend time enjoying the beautiful views. We saw lots of birds our favorite was the Great Blue Heron. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. Bed was comfortable and kitchen had everything we needed to feel at home. Also dog friendly we will book again!

  • Kathleen F.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Had a wonderful stay at this riverside house. Sat on the banks of the river and watched people float on by. Dogs loved it too! We went to beach at Jenner, played golf and Northwood, had champagne at Korbel, shopped at Duncan Mills and had excellent meals at Blue Heron (Duncan Mills) and Road Trip (in Guerneville).

  • Michael R.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    Overall, a great little cabin for a weekend away. The house is small, cozy, and has everything you need to enjoy yourself be it the middle of summer or the middle of winter. The back lawn is spacious and offers plenty of spots to lounge in the sun or hide in the shade. The water access is only OK...there's no real private beach to speak of, just a lot of mud. If you want to lay down on a beach you either need to wade across the river and lie down on the sandbar OR walk/bike/drive about a ⅓ of a mile to Monte Rio public beach.

  • Mariah L.

    Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this home on the river. The decks, and large, private, river front yard were beautiful.

  • Vicki H.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 10, 2025

    Our first trip to Sonoma County and we couldn’t have found a better location. The area was so beautiful and diversified with quaint towns surrounding it on the ocean, in the vineyard areas ,in the Redwood Forests , and on the Russian River. Fabulous place to stay.

  • David S.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 17, 2024

    Small inside, but very clean and comfortable. Quiet and peaceful, we had a good stay

  • Philip B.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay at the property. The only downside was the lack of hot water in the shower. Otherwise nice!

  • Christy B.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    We had a lovely and relaxing stay on this river front house. Being on the water was a joy and it was so easy to pop down to the river and play. The hosts were very helpful, too. There was a small hiccup with the propane and the hosts went out of their way to fix the problem and communicate with us.

  • Cori F.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    Staying at a property right on the river was a treat! I've been to the area many times and having the direct access to the river made for wonderful views but also so convenient for kayaking and floating. The outdoor property was our favorite but the house was tidy, check in process easy and great for a weekend getaway with friends and family.

  • Susan G.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 2, 2024

    This is our second time staying at Wildwood Gardens. Had a great time with family and friends, everyone loves the scenic view from the house!

  • Katy H.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    The setting is gorgeous and private. The outdoor space is amazing. The kitchen is really well stocked. We enjoyed a relaxing week of preparing delicious meals, playing board games, swimming, reading, and enjoying one another's company. Thank you for a perfect opportunity for mom to spend some quality time with her adult children. We all loved it!

  • Vivian L.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed May 27, 2024

    Not sure how the current review from Laura M who claimed to stay there May 28 of this year as I never saw her in the house with me and my husband lol. But I can tell you the photos of this property are not current and you need to check with the host before you check in to make sure you’re getting what you paid for, hopefully things have changed since we left this property end of May. I have learned my lesson call the host first to make sure what you see online is what you’re gonna get in person. The house was clean. check in was easy communication with host was good and thanks to me now have access to the small beach to the river. The host had a tree service come out in the evening on our second day to take away the tree. The hot tub was great we made the best of it as we could for our short stay but like I said have learned my lesson call first to confirm what you see online is current. You don’t want any surprises on your vacation.

  • Laura M.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 23, 2024

    We had a great time in this lovely little house right on the river. The house is well appointed and close to the town center. The large property is so beautiful and peaceful. We will definitely stay here again!

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