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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

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Sonoma, CA
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Winery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sonoma

In Sonoma .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Sonoma vacation home, you'll find Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma State Historic Park. Sonoma City Hall and Sonoma Barracks are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sonoma Plaza - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Sonoma City Hall - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 11 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Buena Vista Winery - 14 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sonoma Golf Club - 15 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 45 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Molino Central - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cielito Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle and enjoy some quality time at Villa Serena, our relaxing, peaceful, sacred retreat. 2 night minimum stay except over major holidays which require a 3 night minimum stay.

Villa Serena is located in the prestigious Mission Highlands, just a six minute drive from the historic Sonoma Plaza. As you begin your ascent up the hill you will be transported into a world of quiet tranquility.

Our luxurious private residence, surrounded by majestic oaks, olive trees and Chinese maples offers secluded privacy with sweeping views of the Sonoma Valley and Mount Tamalpais.

Beautifully appointed, with impeccable attention to detail, our home is comfortable and soothing while aesthetically pleasing to the Soul. All rooms have cathedral high ceilings which fill with light while displaying stunning views of our natural gardens or the sprawling landscapes below.

Relax in the calming, inviting living room with its stone wood-burning fireplace or
dine in the glass solarium under the oaktrees on a moonlit night.

Indulge in a mid-morning brunch outside on the spacious deck with captivating views. Cook in our fully equipped kitchen, then take a break in the lovely sitting nook and sip on some wine.

Rest in our gorgeous master bedroom and admire the view, complete with a fully remodeled en-suite bathroom and soaking tub.

Read a good book in our cozy guest room with breathtaking views and get comfy in the luxurious bedding and linens. Pamper yourself in the newly remodeled guest bathroom with a soothing full streaming shower.

The open writer's den offers additional sleeping for two on the comfortable queen sleeper sofa with beautiful views out to the enchanting pool garden.

The glorious refreshing pool in its lush garden setting beckons you on warm summer days and nights and is a tranquil haven for meditation and renewal.

Once you've experienced the magic at Villa Serena your Spirit will be touched by the Grace it bestows and like many of our guests, perhaps you will find yourself returning year after year.

May your journey to Villa Serena be filled with Peace, Joy and Serenity.

Warmest Regards,
Alana and Jo


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Property manager

Jo Howard and Alana Leigh

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed anywhere on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 690N

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.5 mi (66-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. to downtown Sonoma?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Sonoma.

Amazing Get-Away! Enjoy the Views! Relax on Deck or by Pool. Minutes to Plaza. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Sonoma

Loved lounging by the pool. Beautiful home in a beautiful area. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vida S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, charming, and comfortable home. Clean and everything functional. Lovely upscale, quiet, secluded neighborhood while also convenient to the town square.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shenell A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay in wine country!!

This was the perfect accommodation for the perfect trip! The pictures online did not do this property justice!! We absolutely loved the house and our stay. The natural lighting, coffee on the deck in the morning. Perfect! Only thing we could have wished for more would have been a heated pool this time of year. But we loved being up high with a view of Sonoma!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10

This was an amazing stay for my 27th birthday with friends! The host was super nice and responsive and even welcomed us with a bottle of champagne for my birthday- it was so sweet! It was super close to the wineries we planned for tastings but tucked away with the most stunning mountain views! Best of both worlds truly!! Would definitely come back and stay here! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up the Hill

This is a lovely home. It was clean, comfortable and has so many spaces to relax and enjoy. The view out the back is beautiful and the pool in the front was very welcome on several hot days. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, fantastic view

This was our second stay at this home and we had another amazing anniversary. The location is quiet and the view is spectacular. Very close to tons of restaurants just a few minutes down the hill. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property, lovely view and close to everything!

Our family of 4 (2 adult children) very much enjoyed our stay. Alana and Jo were very communicative, calling to see if we had any questions about the property before we arrived, always available during our stay and even treated us to a bottle of wine. Their messages were always warm and helpful. The house itself was clean, well stocked and just lovely. We enjoyed the different spaces available, including the large deck with views of wine country. The beds were comfortable and the showers had great water pressure. Perfect location; remote enough to provide privacy and close enough to Sonoma square to have access to shops, restaurants and groceries. Hope to stay here again soon; thank you, Alana and Jo, for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anthony S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Misleading!!!

Property needs a cleanding crew .Pool needs to be closed. I. Do not believe Jo's explanation of the pool's condition.The window's are all filthy dirty.Will not never book VRBO ever again, as your cleaning fee is a scam.Anthony.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little getaway

Came here for a long weekend with friends in wine country and this Vrbo did not disappoint!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Beautiful spot...

We rented the home for a wedding we were in town for. It was my adult son and his wife visiting from Austin. and my husband and I. I didn't want to leave the property to participate in the wedding celebrations because I loved the home so much! Relaxing, unbelievable views, tastefully decorated. Clean, and bright! Just so welcoming. I would stay here again absolutely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Place for a Wine Country Trip

My fiancé, my friend, and I stayed here after four long days of hiking at Yosemite. To say this home is relaxing and tranquil is an understatement. The home is gorgeous and quiet, the views are immaculate, and Jo and Alana could not have been better hosts. It’s a 10 minute drive at most to downtown Sonoma and there is so much to do and see around the area. We definitely look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

THERESA J., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, view & area and refreshing pool

The home is so tastefully decorated, just loved it. I was impressed with how well the kitchen was stocked. We were planning to cook and BBQ so we were prepared, but they had thoughtful things that we forgot like having foil and a shelf full of spices. We rented the home for a week to get out of the usually foggy city, so we wanted a view and a pool. A house with a pool not too big for two people is not easy to find, so it was perfect for us. The bed was comfortable and my sister stayed one night in the guest room, and she said the twin bed was comfortable and linens were quality. We loved waking up to a view of the Sonoma valley. The pool was my first requirement and I usually like the temperature like a bathtub. I was hesitant because it's not heated. Temperatures went from over 90 to over 100 and the pool was just right; we even swam in the evenings. We could live on the deck, coffee in the morning, happy hour in the afternoon and dinners each night out doors. We took walks every day and found the neighbors friendly as well. The view reminded of us of a place near Todi, Italy, a favorite of ours. We are in Sonoma often, but still ventured out for a lunch and a few tastings. You are away from it all and it's a peaceful location, and at the same time, the square is 8 mins away We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R., Cleveland, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Beautiful home , great stay . Everything you could need provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful beauty

There was no question that this beautiful property was perfect for the celebration of my birthday with my family, but I didn’t expect the remarkable peacefulness as well. Each morning we would sit on the deck and marvel at the beautiful vista below. Jo and Alena were perfect hosts in their communication and welcoming spirit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few things…

We had hoped for a king-sized bed in the bedrooms, a shower in the master and a heated pool and hot tub. The TV wasn’t really accessible or watchable, but we didn’t need it for us. The place was very serene and we loved all the outdoor spaces, the views and wind chimes. The host was very communicative. The lighting was very confusing even with all the explanations and some didn’t work.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Incredible

We couldn't get over ever aspect of this house, the property and the views! Although we went about the town shopping, we couldn't wait to get back and spend the evenings and mornings on the patio. It was the perfect house for a retreat that we didn't know we needed so badly. Thank you for the incredible kindness and sincerity in making sure we enjoyed every moment of our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay & beautiful host!

Beautiful serene property minutes to downtown & yet you feel away from it all. Jo was super gracious & a great communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great wine country getaway

We enjoyed our stay at Villa Serena. It was a great location for our plans. We visited multiple wineries in the Napa & Sonoma area and also visited with friends in Santa Rosa, visiting 2 state parks. Our drive was 50 minutes or less for all our planned destinations. The house was immaculate. Directions, locations of anything we could need was very clear through email and a binder within the residence. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking implements. We cooked almost every morning and every night while there. There is a Whole Foods and Safeway very convenient to the house. The view out the windows and off the deck is lovely. Many thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Serena

Lovely property. Beautiful views, very peaceful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends reunion

The property is amazing! Everything advertised and more! Perfect location to reconnect with good friends and unwind the crazy of life. Truly therapeutic! Will definitely book again and again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

The photos do not do this property justice. It was immaculate with amazing views and lovely shaded areas. This was the perfect place for a girls trip. We enjoyed the pool, kitchen, deck, and sitting area! Thank you for a wonderful stay. Jo was so communicative and welcoming. We could not have had a better weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location and Beautiful House- THE VIEW!!!! WOW

We had an amazing stay at your house and appreciate how great your communication was as we prepared for our trip. Your house is amazing with breathtaking views. If anyone is looking for a first class home and owner in wine country this is it. Thank you for the bottle of wine upon arrival! Top notch class! And very easy access to Somoma Square within just a few minutes. You made our trip amazing. Thank you. Oh- and I don’t want to forget- it comes with a pool too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just like the pictures!

Lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Property with an amazing view

My family and I stayed for the Christmas holiday and had a wonderful time. The location is convenient to the main square in Sonoma and yet it feels like the property is remote given the stunning landscape views. The house is cozy and comfortable with multiple seating locations for working, eating or reading. Jo is a lovely host and very communicative. She will reach out via phone to provide an overview and recommendations on things to do locally. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022