Gorgeous lush private RIVERFRONT modern cabin

1.5 acre oasis in the Russian River Valley. The property is private, serene & sunny with its own private beach adjacent to 2 very large neighborhood beaches. 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.

This cottage offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Forestville cottage is smoke free.