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La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies

La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies

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Step out to the back deck and enjoy!
Dine outside in fair weather!
Incredible view from the hot tub on the back deck.
Summer fun at the dock. (seasonal amenity)
An heirloom apple tree and lush garden welcome you.

Overview of La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 884 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Monte Rio, CA
  • Popular LocationNorthwood Golf Club3 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmstrong Redwoods State Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson's Beach11 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom King

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bath

Primary Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies

La Rive Gauche is a charming family home nestled among the redwoods and overlooking the Russian River, but still near restaurants. This cozy and rustic home features warm rich colors, wood floors, woodstove and country charm. Two sliding glass doors from the living room open onto a sunny deck with river views. The deck features a 4-person hot tub, redwood furniture and a charcoal barbecue. A flight of stairs leads to a seasonal vegetable garden and fenced yard with outdoor furniture. From the yard, 40 steps lead down the riverbank to a seasonal deep-water dock and 3 kayaks (available mid-May through mid-September depending on river conditions). A great home for families in a quiet, residential neighborhood!

With 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, this home comfortably sleeps 8 guests. On the main floor, you'll find a full bath and 3 bedrooms (1 King and 2 sets of Twins). On the second floor is a master suite and full bath with lovely river views. The well-equipped kitchen has a large refrigerator, granite countertops, garbage disposal, electric oven, gas cooktop, work island, plenty of counter space and a laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer. No dishwasher.

Centrally located in Monte Rio, La Rive Gauche is within walking distance of many local attractions, including the Monte Rio public beach, Rio Theater, Bartlett's grocery, restaurants, bars, and shops. Jenner by the Sea, Northwood Golf Course, Armstrong Woods, and many Russian River wineries are just a short drive away. Explore the river by kayak, go fishing in the river, feed the ducks from the dock, or watch for river otters, turtles, ospreys, and herons. The garden is for guests to enjoy, so feel free to pick some blackberries for breakfast, or vegetables for dinner.

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at La Rive Gauche is 8. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: There is off-street parking for 2 cars in a narrow driveway and carport. Two small cars (or one larger vehicle) can park directly in front of the house. Additional street parking is available on a first-come first-served basis around the corner from the house. RVs, trailers, and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed; Second bedroom: King bed; Third bedroom: 2 Twin beds; Fourth Bedroom: 2 Twin beds.

Heat Source: Central heating, woodstove (no firewood or kindling provided).

Rec/Game Room: The game room is an unheated, uninsulated space. Temperature varies throughout the year.

A/C: The house 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.

Pet Policy: La Rive Gauche no longer allows dogs.

Game Room: The air hockey table is no longer at the house, but there is a ping-pong table!

Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-May to mid-September at La Rive Gauche. The home is located below the summer dams and is not impacted by their installation and removal. Kayaks at this home are available starting mid-May to mid-September only and will be on the dock for you. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring.

Standard amenities not included: The kitchen does not have a dishwasher.

Sonoma County TOT #: 2116
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit #: ZPE11-0187

Property manager

Russian River Vacation Homes
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Monte Rio

Located in Monte Rio, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Potter Schoolhouse and Fort Ross State Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River and Armstrong Redwoods State Park. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.
Map
Monte Rio, CA

What's nearby

  • Rio Theatre - 12 min walk
  • Northwood Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 11 min drive
  • Johnson's Beach - 11 min drive
  • Korbel Winery - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 34 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guerneville Taco Truck - 6 min drive
  • Boho Manor - 4 min walk
  • Rainbow Cattle Co. - 7 min drive
  • Coffee Bazaar - 7 min drive
  • Koalas Fine Food - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Russian River and Rio Theatre. Northwood Golf Club is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful family get-a-way
The entire family enjoyed the lovely river setting and cozy house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R., Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway along the river
The house was very nice for 6 adults. It was very clean and had all the amenities. The private dock, kayaks and floaty toys were a huge plus. As was the very nice hot tub! We were on the river every day. The garden provide some yummy veggies for cooking. The only very slight improvement that could have been made is the sitting areas in the back of the house. Lots of overgrown weeds and thistles made it hard to use. But the outside deck had plenty of sitting area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home-away for the holidays
Our family, including 2 young kids and their grandparents, had a very comfortable stay. We loved the holiday decor (a decorated Christmas tree!), the hot tub overlooking the River, and the proximity to Monte Rio shops and Guerneville. The home was warm, had everything we needed in the kitchen, and felt safe with our small children. We hope to return in the summer so we can enjoy the kayaks and dock!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great river trip
Great house to stay with family. Having four separate bedrooms is really nice. Nice open living area and kitchen area. Outside deck and hot tub are nice. There is a garden to get vegetables from. Direct access to the river, two single kayaks and one double kayak were great. We kayaked a lot this trip. It is an uncrowded part of the river and it is very peaceful. There’s a nice restaurant A couple minute walk from the house which was a nice bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael V., Herndon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family retreat
Great river side get away with privacy and a quaint atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Russian River Vacation Homes

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We are Russian River Vacation Homes, a part of D&G Equity Management, Inc., a family owned and locally owned/operated property management company.

Our Story:
In 1980, D&G founders and owners Michael and Patty saw a need in the area for habitable, affordable housing. At that time, many of the little cabins along the Russian River, originally built as summer cabins, were unsuitable for year-round occupancy. D&G assisted property owners with fixing up and renting their cabins. As the largest property management company in western Sonoma County, D&G Equity Management continues to be a staple in the Russian River community.

Russian River Vacation Homes is an off-shoot of D&G. One fine day in 1985, Michael's client, Bob, asked "Hey Mike, can you rent my cabin out just for the week or weekend instead of by the month?" Michael said "Sure!" and Russian River Vacation Homes was born. As renting vacation rentals became more popular, Russian River Vacation Homes grew into a full-time business with its own office. Today, Russian River Vacation Homes professionally manages over 60 high-quality vacation rentals.

We strive to make each and every stay the best one ever. If you have any questions or concerns about reserving or staying with us, please don't hesitate to contact us! We are here to help.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to vacation wonderland! Monte Rio has a great dog friendly beach along the Russian River that has seasonal canoe rentals. Visit The Rio, an historic quonset hut movie theater on the Russian River, including a cafe with great food and beer, and a sunny outdoor market on summer weekends.
Monte Rio is home to the beautiful Northwood Golf Club, a 9 hold course amongst the redwoods designed by Alister MacKenzie, of Augusta fame. There is also a popular bar and restaurant on the golf course property.
Monte Rio is just a short drive to the many Russian River Valley Wineries to the east, and is also a short drive west to the ocean where you’ll find scenic beaches and hiking trails.
This is a great launch point for your outdoor and wine tasting adventures!

What makes this property unique

La Rive Gauche is traditional Russian River Vacation home with all the modern amenities you'd expect in a vacation home! Close to downtown Monte Rio, and just a short drive to Guerneille, this is a really great location.

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English

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