House in Russian River, CA
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Enjoy extraordinary views and re-connect with what matters in this secluded, completely remodeled cabin with custom craftsmanship and creatively repurposed materials in every room. The setting is private with nearly 200 acres of unspoiled woods out the back door - yet we're just seven minutes from Healdsburg square with great shopping, a wealth of tasting rooms and restaurants to please every palate. Wine tasting along Russian River's still-small and beautiful wine road is close and convenient.
Climb the steps to a tranquil getaway with exquisite views, and you'll not want to leave. Our most consistent feedback is that this 'tree house' feels like a world away from it all with its own little peaceful gravity well.
This is not a house for partying or for folks who cannot handle stairs.
From April through August, enjoy walkable Russian River access down the street for kayaking, tubing, or lounging on the beach. Year-round, there are hiking trails to choose from just outside the front or back door, as well as biking and paddle-boarding on the river. Within a short drive are some of the area's most beautiful trails and rides.
We have hand-crafted hardwood floors and tile throughout with well-placed windows for a very open feel, that never-the-less maintains total privacy. Enjoy the outdoor patio while taking in the views, napping, reading or sipping wine. Or venture out back to take in 180 degree views from above the trees, BBQ under the open sky, recount the days' events, or just play horseshoes.
For all the charm & craft, you'll find that the layout makes sense. In the master suite is a Cal king bed, 'en suite' full bath and private patio. Upstairs in the guest bedroom are two extra long twins looking out into the forest, with a separate full bathroom on this main level. We also have two more regular twins available on the covered porch, as well as a convertible twin/full sofabed in the entry den. The kitchen opens onto the porch, looks out beyond the trees and is connected with the main living room.
We strive to keep the house tastefully appointed and amply stocked with all that you'll need for a comfortable & relaxing stay - from toiletries & hair dryers to a cook's kitchen, 'smart' TV & WiFi, and plenty of games for the playing.
See our Flickr stream for more photos: flickr.com/photos/96378452@N08/
Our Transfer Occupancy Tax (TOT) number is 782N
Sonoma County quiet hours: 9pm - 7am
PLEASE NOTE ::
~ YOU WILL SAVE $ PAYING BY CHECK, and are welcome to do so.
~ We have a 3-NIGHT MIN. on WEEKENDS, during the high season, and 4 - 5-NIGHT MIN. on holidays + winery events (e.g. Passport, Barrel tasting). If a weekend remains open, we will release it for a shorter booking the Wednesday before.
~ There are three flights of stairs up to the house.
Keywords: House; Healdsburg; views; mountains; river; retreat; wine country; romantic.
Climb the steps to a tranquil getaway with exquisite views, and you'll not want to leave. Our most consistent feedback is that this 'tree house' feels like a world away from it all with its own little peaceful gravity well.
This is not a house for partying or for folks who cannot handle stairs.
From April through August, enjoy walkable Russian River access down the street for kayaking, tubing, or lounging on the beach. Year-round, there are hiking trails to choose from just outside the front or back door, as well as biking and paddle-boarding on the river. Within a short drive are some of the area's most beautiful trails and rides.
We have hand-crafted hardwood floors and tile throughout with well-placed windows for a very open feel, that never-the-less maintains total privacy. Enjoy the outdoor patio while taking in the views, napping, reading or sipping wine. Or venture out back to take in 180 degree views from above the trees, BBQ under the open sky, recount the days' events, or just play horseshoes.
For all the charm & craft, you'll find that the layout makes sense. In the master suite is a Cal king bed, 'en suite' full bath and private patio. Upstairs in the guest bedroom are two extra long twins looking out into the forest, with a separate full bathroom on this main level. We also have two more regular twins available on the covered porch, as well as a convertible twin/full sofabed in the entry den. The kitchen opens onto the porch, looks out beyond the trees and is connected with the main living room.
We strive to keep the house tastefully appointed and amply stocked with all that you'll need for a comfortable & relaxing stay - from toiletries & hair dryers to a cook's kitchen, 'smart' TV & WiFi, and plenty of games for the playing.
See our Flickr stream for more photos: flickr.com/photos/96378452@N08/
Our Transfer Occupancy Tax (TOT) number is 782N
Sonoma County quiet hours: 9pm - 7am
PLEASE NOTE ::
~ YOU WILL SAVE $ PAYING BY CHECK, and are welcome to do so.
~ We have a 3-NIGHT MIN. on WEEKENDS, during the high season, and 4 - 5-NIGHT MIN. on holidays + winery events (e.g. Passport, Barrel tasting). If a weekend remains open, we will release it for a shorter booking the Wednesday before.
~ There are three flights of stairs up to the house.
Keywords: House; Healdsburg; views; mountains; river; retreat; wine country; romantic.
Amenities at Healdsburg Hilltop Retreat :: Craftsman detail, modern comforts & stunning VIEWS
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Russian River, CA
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsOutstanding views, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, peaceful location, and great communication from the host. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Heather was an excellent host. The house is super beautiful and comfortable, the kitchen is very well stocked with anything you might need to cook a meal. Definitely take a peek at all the house materials she sends you - the instructions to get to the house are very useful, and her recommendations for local restaurants and activities are really great! We also loved that the house is so close to a magnificent trailhead!
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
A little further drive to town than we expected.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Lovely hilltop retreat! Enjoyed our stay that was ultra convenient to Healdsburg Town Square. As stated in property description the four flights of stairs from road to the house are not for those with any mobility issues.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2023
The place is actually lovely - beautifully designed and great views. We originally had booked it for five people and at the last minute two did not come, and that worked out well. It is too small to comfortably host five people.
The owner was initially hard to communicate with about adding another person, but when I reached her she was great. During our stay, we had a little outbreak of ants in the kitchen, and she was super responsive and brought over ant traps.
There were a few downsides. The description says there is air conditioning, and there is not. This was kind of a bummer on days when the temp was in the high 80s.
The description does mention steps, but it does not say that there are 67 - quite a schlep for moving baggage in and out. Also, it was challenging for my 81-year-old mother, who is in great shape but still had a hard time with the climb and descent.
But probably the biggest issue was the access. The map shows that it is a somewhat windy road, but there is no mention that the last part of the trip is on a narrow one-lane road with a sharp drop on one side. It was harrowing coming back at night.
All of these things would have been deal killers had I known about them. That said, we had two people over to visit who fell in love with the place and were not bothered by them. So I guess it just varies based on your expectations and what amenities you are willing to sacrifice. This could be a great place for the right people, but that was not us.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(167 Ratings)
Outstanding views, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, peaceful location, and great communication from the host. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.
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