Cabin in Forestville, CA

Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

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Summer Fun at The Rhondavous!
The Russian River, Redwoods and Vineyards
The Rhondavous
The Rhondavous
The Rhondavous

Overview of Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Forestville, CA
  • Popular LocationKorbel Winery9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmstrong Redwoods State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson's Beach19 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bonus Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Hallway Bath 1

Hallway Bath 2

Primary Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

The Rhondavous should be called The Rhonda-View! Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Russian River from every room of the house (minus the bathrooms). This sunny, window-studded 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom cabin is a great place to relax and immerse yourself in our laid-back river lifestyle.

Built back in the Russian River’s initial heyday, The Rhondavous was originally the general store for Summerhome Park residents and river travelers. Canoes could pull up to a dock, send up their order and receive their purchases on a zip line, all without leaving their boat.

Perched high above the river, The Rhondavous is tucked away from the road by a large private fence. There isn’t much to see from the road, but once you open the gate and step inside, the stunning view and charming cabin will simultaneously take your breath away and melt away the stress of the world. The large deck at The Rhondavous has an outdoor dining table and propane barbecue.

Entrances to all sections of the cabin are accessed from the deck. At the top level (road level), there are two exterior doors opposite each other. The door to the left leads to the main living space, which has an open living area and kitchen. The door to the right opens to a granny unit with a Queen bed and a full bathroom with a shower. Exterior stairs from the main deck take you down to 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (also with showers) and a bonus room with recreation items and a Double futon. From the lower level, gated stairs continue down to the river, which has private deep river access.

The Rhondavous is a member of the Highcroft community and has access to Highcroft Beach (not shown) - a quieter spot which allows dogs before 11:00 am and after 4:00 pm - just a short walk from The Rhondavous. The beach shown in the photographs is the Summerhome Park Beach which is for members and residents of Summerhome Park only. The Summerhome Park Lodge is open to both members and guests when open (except when rented for private parties).

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at The Rhondavous is 8. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: There is a narrow space in front of the house for 1 larger vehicle or up to 2 small size cars. Please be careful to pull vehicles fully off the road to allow room for everyday traffic and emergency vehicles. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed; Second bedroom: Queen bed; Third bedroom: 2 Twin beds; Bonus room: Double futon.

Heat Source: Woodstove (no firewood provided); portable electric heaters

Driving to Summerhome Park: Summerhome Park Road is a narrow, one-lane country road - you may need to pull over for oncoming traffic. It is, at times, steep with sharp turns, and the road is paved but not necessarily smooth. Additionally, the surrounding side streets are narrow and steep with little to no street parking or shoulder

Common Amenities not Included: No dishwasher.

Dogs: Dogs are most certainly welcome at The Rhondavous. However, guests should be aware that Highcroft Beach only allows dogs in the morning and evenings (specific hours posted at the beach) and guests and dogs are not allowed at the Summerhome Park beach.

Docks & Boats: Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-June to mid-September providing the summer dams are in. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and rowboats that are provided in some of our homes are also available from mid-June to mid-September only. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring.

Summer Rotation Day: Saturday
During the Peak Season, which runs end of June through August, The Rhondavous has a 7 night minimum and rents on a Saturday to Saturday pattern. If you make an online reservaton outside of this rotation day requirement, we may contact you about altering your dates.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 2124
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: ZPE11-0244

Property manager

Russian River Vacation Homes
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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

Pets allowed: restrictions apply

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

About the area

Forestville

Located in Forestville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Railroad Square Historic District and Potter Schoolhouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Armstrong Redwoods State Park and Laguna de Santa Rosa. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk
  • Korbel Winery - 9 min drive
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 16 min drive
  • Northwood Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Johnson's Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guerneville Taco Truck - 13 min drive
  • Boho Manor - 19 min drive
  • Rainbow Cattle Co. - 13 min drive
  • Sonoma Pizza Co. - 9 min drive
  • Coffee Bazaar - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Russian River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Korbel Winery and Russian River Vineyard. Hartford Family Winery and Johnson's Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

eve y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We very much enjoyed our stay. So nice to be able to sit by the river. I think it would have been quite boisterous earlier in the summer because of the lodge next door, but it was quite quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River View!!! And More!
Great Cabin!!! Great hosts! This cabin has the most beautiful views!!! The extra touches made this stay amazing…. Kayaks! Mini pool table, sweet little dock for morning coffee!! My family is hoping we get lucky enough to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Xaviet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice river house
Really nice house very practical and with direct access to the river. We will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EVERYTHING WE WANTED!
The property was so amazing, with the layout between private and common space for the adults and teens. Private dock and proximity to beach made it as active or restful as anyone wanted. We greatly enjoyed the SHP Lodge including movie night, food, and recreation center.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Russian River Cabin
We had a great time at this cabin. It is a great location with access to the river. We love Highcroft and hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

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

Summer Home Park was established in 1908 as a recreational resort community located on a bend of the lovely Russian River.

Today it consists of about 125 summer homes, a beautiful beach, and a "Center" area which includes the Lodge, an outdoor amphitheatre and clubhouse.

Summer life along the river at Summer Home Park is like a step back in time; we love our traditions and we have families that have summered there for five generations!

Summer activities are run by the volunteer board of the Summer Home Park Improvement Club and many of it's members. Activities include outdoor movies, arts and crafts for the children, and many social events: the Memorial Day Chicken BBQ, July 4th Races and Beach Party, Theme Night, and golf tournament to name a few.

What makes this property unique

This house was the original general store for the Summerhome Park Area. People could order groceries and other supplies here. Also, canoe-ers would pull up at the river bank, place an order for lunch or snacks, and their food would come back down in a basket by zip line! Many long-time vacationers and area residents still remember this house as “The General Store.” In keeping with the history of the house we want to keep it as original as possible.

Languages:

English

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