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Terrace/patio
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Monte Rio, CA
  • Northwood Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bohemian Grove
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Monte Rio

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Russian River and Monte Rio Public Beach. Rio Theatre and Northwood Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Monte Rio Public Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Northwood Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bohemian Grove - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Johnson's Beach - 14 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 24 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 35 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Korbel Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location!

Welcome to The Grove, a world of privacy, with redwood-covered ridgetops above and redwood forests below. Perched on a hill above the Russian River, The Grove is an amenity-loaded haven for your Sonoma County stay.

Is BBQing your thing? The Grove has a lovely back deck equipped with a large gas grill, outdoor dining table, bistro seating, wine barrel gas fire pit, all arranged to maximize the redwood and partial river views. Or, do you want to watch the big game? The home theatre system, with 120 inch projector screen and surround sound, is great for watching sports and movies. Looking forward to a soak in the Hot Tub? Climb into the secluded spa and look up and you will see how The Grove got its name: you are surrounded by a fairy ring of towering 175 foot redwood trees that lead your gaze to the stars.

Is Gourmet Coffee your passion? Treat yourself to a European style espresso with a Nespresso pod, a cup of French Press drip or Pour Over freshly ground beans. Looking to explore? Both the Russian River and the town of Monte Rio are within walking distance. The Sonoma Coast, numerous Russian River Valley wineries and the neighboring towns of Guerneville, Duncan's Mills and Occidental are all a short drive away.

The Grove is a delightful property with two levels of ample living space, perfect for groups that want a little space to spread out.

Upper Level (entry level): The entry level has the main kitchen, living and dining room, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and the main deck. The kitchen is well equipped and well-stocked with everything needed to cook. The living/dining room has a comfortable sofa and chairs and the dining table seats 6. Sets of French doors lead out to the deck. The upstairs master bedroom has a queen bed and en suite bath with shower (the only upstairs bathroom). The second bedroom has a queen bed and charming French doors that lead to the side deck - the perfect place for a morning cup of coffee.

Lower Level: The lower level has a living area, kitchenette (no stove), deck, bedroom and bathroom. The lower living area has cable TV and a double sleeper sofa. The large bedroom has a king bed. The downstairs bathroom is lovely, with both a walk-in shower and a soaking tub.

Know Before You Book

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at The Grove is 6. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: Parking is permitted for a maximum of 2 vehicles in the carport. There is no additional parking nearby. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance. IF YOUR VEHILCE HAS EXCEPTIONALLY LOW CLEARANCE, PLEASE NOTE: Access to the parking deck requires that vehicles have at least 5" clearance (less than a typical small sedan). Smaller vehicles with very low clearance, such as certain sports cars, may need to park parallel to the road. Large vehicles with low clearance will not be able to park at the house. RVs, trailers, and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Security Cameras: For the safety of guests and the home, there are security cameras outside facing the carport area.

Bed Sizes: Upstairs Bedroom 1 (with en suite bath): Queen Bed, Upstairs Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Downstairs Bedroom: King Bed, Downstairs Living Area: Double Sofa Bed

Heat Source: Electric Baseboard Heaters and Wood Stove in Living Area, Wall Heaters in Bedrooms. Firewood is provided for the Wood Stove. The Wood Stove is the best source of heat for the upstairs during cold months.

Outdoor Firepit: The outdoor gas firepit is not available during the winter/rainy season.

Stairs: There are 38 stairs - with three landings - from the parking area to the front door. The house is two stories with interior and exterior stairs between the levels.

Work from HERE: Separate from the crowd and work in the lower living room looking out onto the back deck and redwood trees.
Advertised Wifi Speed: 200 mbps

Road: The Grove is on a narrow, one lane road.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 2465N
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: ZPE15-0728

Property manager

Russian River Vacation Homes

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Grove Serene Retreat Under Redwoods. Give Back Promotion House
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The Grove Third Night Free Jan march! Hot Tub Bbq Bring the Dog!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! to the airport?

This cabin is 20.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! to the beach?

This cabin is a short 12-minute walk from Monte Rio Public Beach and 5 mi (14-min drive) from Johnson's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! to downtown Monte Rio?

This cabin is 0.4 mi away from Monte Rio.

Forest, Spa, Dog Friendly, Great Location! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Redwood Thanksgiving Respite

Our stay in this wonderful Monte Rio home cannot be overstated. We had a thoroughly enjoyable Thanksgiving week here. The home had everything we needed. The hot tub had a few easily solved quirks, but that was it! We stayed warm, ate well, and really enjoyed the area. We hiked along Jenner Headlands Preserve, wine tasting at Lambert Bridge Winery,awesome sandwiches at The Farmer’s Wife in Sebastopol, and attended an extraordinary concert at the Iccidental Center for the Arts. The Russian River country is special, and staying here made the entire week more special. What’s not to like about watching Thanksgiving football on a projector screen. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay! Cozy place to stay in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy P., San Ramon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Peaceful Place

Such a beautiful place in the redwoods. The road getting there is definitely unevenly paved with big dips - don’t rec low clearance cars. We have a big truck and it was fine. You just have to park in an angle to make it work. The other car was a sedan and again if you park in an angle it will be fine. Loved the hot tub in the redwoods and the big screen for movies. The base is broken but it’s still very cool. My family of five (two couples ) stayed at the place. The fire pit is lovely. The kitchen has just enough to get by for cooking. Definitely dog friendly. The only downfall is not having a third bathroom for the person staying in the second bedroom next to kitchen as they have to use the master bedroom to get to the bathroom. For families it’s okay but for couples it might be an issue if it bothers you. 15-20 min walk to beach in a very quiet neighborhood. Loved how peaceful it is!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness

TREE-mendous

This was our family of six’s (dad, mom, 3 teens and a pup) first experience staying in a vacation home. Boy did you all set the bar high. LOCATION: TREE-mendous spot perched perfectly amongst the redwoods, and I do mean amongst! Yes the drive on a one lane road that carries two way traffic was a bit hairy the first time (I recommend getting here with daylight to spare); however, it just became a fun adventure after the first drive. We were in a minivan, and after I saw a UPS truck squeeze by, I thought, “If he can do it, so can I.”. Just remember your driver’s ed class; cars going downhill have the right of way. Be aware that there’s lots of stairs from the parking spot and in the house. I’m 55 with a back that feels 88, but I was still fine. HOME: Trees envelop you as you sit on one the deck(s) or relax in the jacuzzi. It is quiet and peaceful. The owners thought of EVERYTHING. If you have it in your home, it’s here too. Directions and notes on how things work are everywhere. The binders of information are really helpful.. The pictures don’t do the property justice. The beds were too soft, but that’s a “me” problem. SERVICE: We had a small inconsequential issue which required attention. This being our first experience in a vacation home, I didn’t think it would be quick. I was wrong. A couple of texts and a phone call later, issue addressed! Great customer service.. I wholeheartedly recommend this wonderful home. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Skye L.

Liked: Cleanliness

House nice. Parking a challenge.

The house is very nice but located on a very narrow street with difficult parking. We had two larger cars. Parking is a narrow platform and turning radius was a challenge to say the least. The property description should include this information. We would not have stayed here if we had known. Nothing wrong with the house, just would have appreciated knowing about the parking challenge in advance since we had two vans. Also, the beds were a bit too soft.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C., Westminster California

Liked: Cleanliness

The Grove Terrace

We loved this house in the trees it was so tranquil. It was layed out so 2 small familys could share this home 1 upstairs 1 downstairs.The beds were very comfortable the kitchen was well stocked. The theatre size viewing screen was a delight for a movie evening. We used the bq on the the deck for quick dinners and roasted marshmallows for s'mores over the firepit. We enjoyed many excellant nearby wineries, tryed river floatubing remember to bring your own tubes or rent some.Monte Rio beach was our go to beach with free parking and dogs allowed. We made some lasting memories with our family here in the Grove house in the trees we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mital P., San francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Serenity in the trees

My family of 4 came here for spring break and wow! The house is more beautiful in person. The details to the decor were amazing. The furniture pieces including beds were comfortable. Hot tub was perfect temperature when we arrived too. The individual heaters in every room were great since we came during a week when it was cooler and the house warms up nicely. The two decks are beautiful and perfect for outdoors when it’s warmer. The narrow windy road leading to the house is a bit daunting but so long as you drive during the day it’s good. Follow the directions to the house provided by the manager for sure! I had to use the vacuum and only thing there is that is a non pleasant smell comes out from it. Maybe it’s the vacuum bag? The house was well stocked with cleaning and bathroom supplies too. The downstairs area with second kitchenette was super cute. We didn’t use it but I enjoyed looking at how it was decorated. Communication with the property manager was efficient and prompt. She was super friendly. We would totally love to stay here again. Its proximity to the beach and other landmarks is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place. Thank you

Na
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely home in the treetops; outstanding features

This home is likely to be remembered as one of the best ofs in our vacation rentals. I generally like to spend most of my time exploring but I was content to hang around this home enjoying its outdoor deck in the treetops, the hot tub, and the very enjoyable home theater. Traveled with our adult children and having two floors gave us plenty of room to sprawl out. The three bedrooms were all nicely appointed, as was the home overall. Loved the decor throughout and the high level of thoughtfulness for guests. I’ve truly NEVER been in a rental that considered so large a range of guest needs and provided such detailed instructions to make you feel at home. Whatever eventuality could have happened, I felt like I could just open the guest book & find where to find what I needed or where to go to get it. When I searched the first aid kit for a bandaid, I was so impressed to see it stocked with all the basics plus things like activated charcoal, pepto pills and allergy meds. the kinds of things you never find except in the bottom of a Mom tote. Really appreciated the thoughtfulness when I had some tummy rumbles one day. The whole house is that way: I kept expecting to not find something I needed but they have thought of it all. They even provide accessories for dog guests. The beds were super comfortable with high quality bedcoverings. The two kitchens have all you need (basic spices) to make great meals. Loved the coffee making options. Lots of games and puzzles; musical instruments to play. The decks are wonderful places to just relax. Loved watching leaves drop and spin down to the ground. There were only two things that I were less than perfect. 1) my son went to bed and was greeted by a dead bug on the duvet. We also found that some of the hand towels had makeup stains that were not evident until unfolded. We thought the towels were left dirty so we washed them & the stains remained so I am going to guess they were just stained but housekeeping should know that a guest has no way to know that. It just looks like someone hung up dirty towels. 2) the one way road is a bit daunting to navigate, especially in a larger car/SUV, but worse is the parking. You WILL LIKELY scrape the *^# out of your car if you don’t have the clearance. The parking deck entry is VERY oddly dipped. Adding a pic w/a parked sedan would help make the point of how this affects many normal cars. My SUV was fine. My son’s Lexus badly scraped its fender and underbody.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway in the Redwoods

We loved our stay here. The layout for our two families was perfect with two levels of living space. The early risers were able to use the space in the lower level without waking others. The views were incredible. The sports fans in the group loved the large screen television too. The attention to deals was wonderful, even the light switches were labeled. The owners provided a wonderful binder of local information that we used frequently. The beds were comfortable, the bathrooms were beautiful. We would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful escape in the woods

The Grove is a great getaway nestled between towering redwoods. You'll want to spend most of your time on one of 2 decks--bbq'ing, eating, staring into the trees, but other options for passing time include the outdoor jacuzzi and GIANT projection screen in the living room. And you're close to Monte Rio river access. Everything you might possibly need has been thoughtfully provided, from games to 5+ ways of making coffee to twinkly lights that come on at dusk. The 2 levels of the house (each with bathroom, lounge area, deck, coffee makers) are good for people who rise at different times or just want to be able to get a little separation. The beds are comfortable, with good linens. The cons: A winding 1-lane road for the last 5 min so arrive before dark. Steep staircase down from the road will be difficult for anyone with mobility issues or carrying heavy loads. Distant traffic noise is surprisingly audible from the decks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C., California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

Booked this property for a change of scenery. Lovely spot to hang out and do day trips wine tasting or the ocean. We also enjoyed the projector screen for a family movie night. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

Very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Property

Stayed here with my wife for her b-day and found property to be spacious and gorgeously nestled among the redwoods on the Monte Rio hillside. Hot tub was clean and private and decks were great for relaxing in morning and afternoons. We enjoyed wood burning fire place and big screen projector in living room. Wluld definely stay again. I will say that road to property and parking is not suited for sports cars. I have a Porsche and I scraped underbody on road to property and could not make the parking spaces work without damaging my car.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

We had a simply wonderful time staying at the Grove. The accommodations were even better than I had expected! My family and I really enjoyed our stay and we all felt very comfortable and welcome. It is located very close to the river front. Totally worth the very reasonable price. Thanks for the very special memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jaime P.

Family Vacation for Sonoma County Barrel Tasting

Awesome hideaway house, clean and roomy! Well stocked and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Melissa a c.

Memories of The Grove Experience.

Location, layout and amenities of the house is great. Until you get the hang of the narrow and winding roads leading to the house is a bit challenging and recommend your first arrival is during daylight. Lots to do in all of the towns in this vacinity. Suggestion: I am assuming there were a few weeks since the previous renters as we found upon arrival many dead flies, cob webs and dust in the house and large debree on the steps leading into the house. Found cigarette butts in the ashtrays outside too. Perhaps you could consider someone doing a spotcheck before guests arrive at 4 pm. We did enjoy ourselves. Thank you for this opportunity to share ideas for improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Private - Clean - Enjoyable

Very nice quiet place a few minutes from the river. House was comfortable and clean. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Relax in the redwoods

There's nothing quite like waking up in the morning and stepping out on the deck to enjoy the splender of nature surrounding you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Boris D.

Beautiful

Beautiful....
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Perfect house for a group!

Such a fun house in the most beautiful setting. The house has truly everything you need - you can tell that the owners have thought about every possible way to maximize your enjoyment! Tons of fun of things to do in the area. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Beautiful views from the Tree House

This place is amazing. The views of the trees and mountains are breathtaking. The home was perfect. It was fully stocked with everything and more. Very comfortable and feels like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D.

Lovely stay, absolutely magical

I visited The Grove in March for an extended weekend getaway with friends and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was everything we could have hoped for and more - the photos don't even do the place justice. The home was comfortable and cozy, while still being spacious and well-equipped with all of the comforts of home. The auto-timed tealight candles upon arrival were such a nice touch. Love the musical instruments, board games, and television for the rainy Saturday we had during our stay. The house binder was also very helpful. It was detailed and answered any questions we had about the house. The area is absolutely stunning. Just magical. I would definitely love to return again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chrisinte A.

Gorgeous, convenient, wonderfully equipped.

Lovely stay- we didn’t even care it rained!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sybil H.

I love the Grove

Such a lovely home in a beautiful place. Everything is well taken care of in this home that feels both luxurious and cozy. It was the perfect place to getaway from it all with good friends.