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Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.

Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.

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Main Room
Spa- looking towards side yard
Kitchen
Exterior
Deck 1

Overview of Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

forestville, CA
  • Popular LocationKorbel Winery5 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohnson's Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmstrong Redwoods State Park12 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)94 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.

1.5 acre oasis in the Russian River Valley. The property is private, serene & sunny with its own private beautiful beach. The house is modern yet rustic and is said to be "magical". It has gorgeous river/redwood/bridge views, decks, boats, spa, fireplace, a serious kitchen, fruit trees, grape vines & wildlife. Centrally located between Healdsburg, Sonoma Coast & Sebastopol. There are fantastic wineries and redwoods minutes away. 4 beaches and a river park are literally footsteps away.




The house has real character, simplicity and style. The landscape is stunning. The property is often described as spectacular and magical. Dozens of reviews describe how the guests arrive with plans to venture out and see the sights, but end up rarely leaving the house, cuz it is such a rejuvenating/relaxing oasis.

The Fine Print:

The house is beautiful, light, airy, modern, rustic, simple, minimal and serene. The decks are perfect for sunning, outdoor dining and drinking. The beach is perfect for swimming, playing, boating (kayaks and canoe provided) and just soaking in the sun, river and scenery. The yard is lush and private and dotted with fruit trees, grapevines, hot tub and hammocks. This is a perfect romantic getaway or a place to indulge yourself while also thrilling your kids and dog (bring your own-neither provided). The house itself is very small, but feels spacious. Inside the house, you'll find redwood ceilings, fir floors, skylights and dozens of wood windows (all with gorgeous views- some of the river). The house is appointed with striking mid century furniture, a luxurious queen bed and a fully equipped serious kitchen with/gas cooktop. The house is also equipped with a wood burning stove, audiophile stereo (easily connect wirelessly to your devices), 800 Mbps WiFi, TV/DVD and A/C. The construction is sustainable; most of the house is comprised of vintage, salvaged, repurposed, sustainable and/or non (or less) toxic materials. The house has almost every single detail covered- you will want for almost nothing. This is a fully remodeled mid-century cottage, designed by me, for you.

The house opens to 2 decks (furnished with gas grill, dining tables and lounge chairs) overlooking the yard, the river and beyond. Moving outside, the house is framed by fruit trees (plum, apple, fig, pear, orange, etc), olive trees, grape vines and bay laurels. Adjacent to the house is a fire pit and a tomato/herb garden. Moving towards the river, the somewhat orderly yard gives way to fertile riparian habitat- gently rolling grassy meadow with native willow/elder/maple/cottonwood trees cradling a shaded hammock. Descend a little further and the sandy riverbank draped with willows and wild grapevines leads to a pebble beach carved by the waters of the glorious Russian River.

The beach has gorgeous views up and down the redwood-lined river as well as a striking view of the Hacienda Bridge. The river is shallow and calm in the summer (perfect for boating or tubing- canoe and kayaks provided), but the mighty Russian grows immensely (depth and width) and dramatically thunders to life in the winter. It is amazing to see, hear and feel.

The Russian River is home to ducks, great blue herons, osprey, hawks, foxes, river otters, deer, mountain lions and and wild turkeys as well as salmon, steelhead, bass, sturgeon, hippies and rednecks. The property is very sunny (no redwoods), yet has shade trees (with hammocks) for comfort in the summer. The air is scented with bay leaves, lemon balm, fennel, mugwort, redwood and orange blossoms.

Summer is hot and lush, but the water in the river is the perfect temperature for cooling. On winter mornings the sun rises through river fog wisping through the hills and between the redwoods, which typically burns off by 10am leaving sun and clear skies. The nights are cool all year round, which is why the local wine is so good (and so necessary!). The night skies are dark and dotted with stars- unless there is a full moon, which bathes the river in light and makes you wonder why you would ever want to be anywhere else (note -added lunar taxes & surcharges are applicable).

The cabin is only 800 square feet plus decks, however It feels more spacious. It is comfortable for 3 adults and a little tight for 2 adults + 2 kids, but it is very tight for 4 adults (not recommended unless you all really like each other). The bedroom has a queen bed and the living room has a very comfortable queen size Ligne Roset sofa bed. There is also a queen size airbed, but it takes up a lot of floor space.

It is a lovely winter retreat. On winter mornings the sun rises through river fog wisping through the hills and between the redwoods; beautiful, but the fog typically burns off by 10am leaving sun and clear skies. The river fattens and dramatically roars to life after winter rains. There is a hot tub (orange tree within reach), wood burning stove and outdoor fire pit to compliment the winter vibe. There is a pet fee of $50 for shorter stays (4 nights or less) and $100 per week after that.

Property manager

Jay Kammen

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
But not babyproofed.

Events

No events allowed
Max 6 people on the property at any given time.

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs are welcome, but no cats please

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No butts in/under the house. dispose of off-site
All Sonoma County, State of California and Federal Health regulations apply to your stay. Guests are fully responsible for compliance.
No cats and no smoking and no more than 6 people on the property at any given time. Guest agrees to all terms on attached rental agreement.

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Note from host: Max 6 people on the property at any given time.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Forestville

Located in Forestville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Rio Theatre and Pacific Coast Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Railroad Square Historic District and Potter Schoolhouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 1 min walk
  • Korbel Winery - 5 min drive
  • Russian River Vineyard - 8 min drive
  • Johnson's Beach - 9 min drive
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 20 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guerneville Taco Truck - 9 min drive
  • Boho Manor - 15 min drive
  • Rainbow Cattle Co. - 9 min drive
  • Sonoma Pizza Co. - 6 min drive
  • Coffee Bazaar - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin with its own beach. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Forestville cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Russian River and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Korbel Winery. Johnson's Beach and Porter Creek Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Dennis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
48th Anniversary trip
Beautiful property on the Russian River. The house was well laid out and felt much larger than its actual size.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kiersten D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Wonderful property, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
What a location. So much charm inside and outside. The house itself somehow matches the magic of the area/location. I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

leighanna r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Best Location
My husband, myself, and our 2 labradors stayed a week at this property, and could not have been more pleased. The location, especially if you have dogs that swim, is the very best. Lots of amenities on the property to enjoy. Great and very informative communication from the host. Thank you so much for opening your home to us. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

3/5 Okay

Yvonne B.

Liked: Location
Uncomfortable
The location and proximity to the river was great! Everything else was not. The owner stated we could check in early but upon arrival, he was at the property. Talk about uncomfortable. Speaking of, nothing in the house was comfortable. The bed is old and soft with no support, the couch is a terribly uncomfortable futon which we eventually just laid flat and every piece of outdoor furniture lacked any sort of cushion and was unusable. (I will note there are some lovely wood chairs but how long can you sit in a chair?) The house looked clean upon arrival, and we understand it’s located in the woods, but this place is CRAWLING with spiders, bees/hornets and ants. We did not use the hot tub as it was crawling with ants. When I went to sit on an outdoor chair in the yard, I focused on the ground for a minute and it was vibrating with spiders. Forget laying on any hammocks. Hornets or bees of some sort were also entering holes in the house! Worst of all, the trail to the river is fun (my two dogs loved it and the beach) but really needs to be cut back. My wife got horrible itchy legs for weeks after going through the spider infested tall grass. Stay at your own risk!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jay Kammen

Host profile image
I am an architect and graphic designer who loves a great adventure. I have travelled extensively across the planet. I have rested my weary bones at all sorts of places- including 5 star hotels, bug infested chicken bus station, resorts, hostels, motels, dorms, cabins, campgrounds, beaches, B&B's, vacation rentals in deserts jungles, mountains, islands and forests. When traveling off the beaten path, I have stayed in people's houses, government buildings, trains, boats, barns, schools, a hospital, a bank and even an alligator farm.

I am incredibly lucky to inhabit a wonderful little slice of paradise on the Russian River. I get a kick out of sharing this magical place with travelers; helping them have a wonderful and unique experience. I hope that they will leave with memories as cherished as mine. This place is not as grand as a Cambodian alligator farm or a Peruvian barn, but it does have it's own beach and a teeny vineyard. I live in Sonoma County part-time and part time in San Francisco. I'm tiring of the manicured bustle of city life and now enjoy living in nature and experiencing all of its beauty, subtleties, dynamism, flexibility, power, drama and relentless lushness.

Why they chose this property

The land, the beach, the trees, the lush foliage, the hills, the sky, the light; You will understand when you visit. When I purchased the property, it was a sad trashed broken shack in an overgrown jungle on an amazing piece of riverbank. I coaxed it back into the sweet little gem that it was always meant to be.

What makes this property unique

Beach. Privacy. Design. Magic.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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