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Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Forestville, CA
  • Russian River
    1 min walk
  • The Lodge At Summer Home Park
    2 min walk
  • Santa Rosa Station
    23 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    21 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly

The Rhondavous should be called The Rhonda-View! Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Russian River from every room of the house (minus the bathrooms). This sunny, window-studded 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom cabin is a great place to relax and immerse yourself in our laid-back river lifestyle.

Built back in the Russian River’s initial heyday, The Rhondavous was originally the general store for Summerhome Park residents and river travelers. Canoes could pull up to a dock, send up their order and receive their purchases on a zip line, all without leaving their boat.

Perched high above the river, The Rhondavous is tucked away from the road by a large private fence. There isn’t much to see from the road, but once you open the gate and step inside, the stunning view and charming cabin will simultaneously take your breath away and melt away the stress of the world. The large deck at The Rhondavous has an outdoor dining table and propane barbecue.

Entrances to all sections of the cabin are accessed from the deck. At the top level (road level), there are two exterior doors opposite each other. The door to the left leads to the main living space, which has an open living area and kitchen. The door to the right opens to a granny unit with a Queen bed and a full bathroom with a shower. Exterior stairs from the main deck take you down to 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (also with showers) and a bonus room with recreation items and a Double futon. From the lower level, gated stairs continue down to the river, which has private deep river access.

The Rhondavous is a member of the Highcroft community and has access to Highcroft Beach (not shown) - a quieter spot which allows dogs before 11:00 am and after 4:00 pm - just a short walk from The Rhondavous. The beach shown in the photographs is the Summerhome Park Beach which is for members and residents of Summerhome Park only. The Summerhome Park Lodge is open to both members and guests when open (except when rented for private parties).

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at The Rhondavous is 8. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.

Parking: There is a narrow space in front of the house for 1 larger vehicle or up to 2 small size cars. Please be careful to pull vehicles fully off the road to allow room for everyday traffic and emergency vehicles. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed; Second bedroom: Queen bed; Third bedroom: 2 Twin beds; Bonus room: Double futon.

Heat Source: Woodstove (no firewood provided); portable electric heaters

Driving to Summerhome Park: Summerhome Park Road is a narrow, one-lane country road - you may need to pull over for oncoming traffic. It is, at times, steep with sharp turns, and the road is paved but not necessarily smooth. Additionally, the surrounding side streets are narrow and steep with little to no street parking or shoulder

Common Amenities not Included: No dishwasher.

Dogs: Dogs are most certainly welcome at The Rhondavous. However, guests should be aware that Highcroft Beach only allows dogs in the morning and evenings (specific hours posted at the beach) and guests and dogs are not allowed at the Summerhome Park beach.

Docks & Boats: Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-June to mid-September providing the summer dams are in. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and rowboats that are provided in some of our homes are also available from mid-June to mid-September only. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring.

Summer Rotation Day: Saturday
During the Peak Season, which runs end of June through August, The Rhondavous has a 7 night minimum and rents on a Saturday to Saturday pattern. If you make an online reservaton outside of this rotation day requirement, we may contact you about altering your dates.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 2124
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: ZPE11-0244
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Russian River. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 3 bathrooms in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Steps from Russian River and 9 minutes by car from Korbel Winery

Property manager

Russian River Vacation Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Rhondavous Unwind River Amazing Views Beaches Dog Friendly Cabin
Rhondavous Unwind River Amazing Views Beaches Dog Friendly
Rhondavous Unwind River Amazing Views Beaches Dog Friendly Cabin
Rhondavous Unwind River Amazing Views Beaches Dog Friendly Cabin
Rhondavous Unwind River Amazing Views Beaches Dog Friendly
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Unwind on the River, Views, Beaches, Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eve y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We very much enjoyed our stay. So nice to be able to sit by the river. I think it would have been quite boisterous earlier in the summer because of the lodge next door, but it was quite quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness
River View!!! And More!
Great Cabin!!! Great hosts! This cabin has the most beautiful views!!! The extra touches made this stay amazing…. Kayaks! Mini pool table, sweet little dock for morning coffee!! My family is hoping we get lucky enough to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xaviet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice river house
Really nice house very practical and with direct access to the river. We will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
EVERYTHING WE WANTED!
The property was so amazing, with the layout between private and common space for the adults and teens. Private dock and proximity to beach made it as active or restful as anyone wanted. We greatly enjoyed the SHP Lodge including movie night, food, and recreation center.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Russian River Cabin
We had a great time at this cabin. It is a great location with access to the river. We love Highcroft and hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Great visit
Nice place, beautiful deck, wonderful hikes. We had a terrific time
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

It had everything we needed
The Rhondavous home was perfect for a small group of friends to have a lovely get-away on the river. We cooked breakfast and dinner and the kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. The peace and quiet of the community contributed to our relaxing weekend. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017