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'River Gardens' Riverfront on Private, Fully Fenced 3/4 Acre
| Sleeps | 5 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths, (Sleeps 4)
Welcome to River Gardens, the remarkably versatile Russian River property that is just as suitable for a family retreat as it is for a honeymoon stay.
Say goodbye to stress and hello to peace, privacy, romance, and plain old fun on a very lush, fully fenced, 3/4 of an acre. Perfect for one or two couples, or a family.
Let the kids run and play on the large lawn while you enjoy a cocktail on the porch. Watch them swing under the shade of the huge bay tree while keeping your other eye on the otters swimming in the river. Wake up early and see a blue heron catch its breakfast.
Launch our canoe or kayaks from the private beach and paddle up to the town of Guerneville or down to the mouth of the Pacific. Cuddle by the fire when the fog rolls in. Relax in the jacuzzi bathtub and settle in for a night of comfort on premium mattresses and fine linens. Play a boardgame or grab one of our 150 books and dig in.
Location, location, location. Drive to Jenner and the ocean in 10 minutes (make sure to take our kite!), Bodega Bay in under 30, and Guerneville in 15 minutes. Renowned wineries dot the area and make for a wonderful afternoon of wine tasting and picnicking.
The driving destinations are plentiful, but it's what's in easy (and we mean easy!) walking distance that makes River Gardens the ultimate location. Located at the end of a country lane in Duncans Mills (on the town side of the bridge if you're familiar with the area), it's a breeze to walk to town where you'll find gourmet coffee and mochas, antique and specialty shops, wine and cheese tasting, the post office, brick oven pizza, and the popular Cape Fear Restaurant. You can also walk to the town's General Store for food staples, ice cream, or a nice bottle of local wine. It is entirely possible to leave your car in Park for the whole weekend and still find everything you need.
A beautiful setting. A beautiful house. It's all here, at River Gardens.
784N Registered with County of Sonoma
Keywords: House
Guestbook comments from the owner
Thank you so much! We had a wonderful time this weekend--we all enjoyed the yard and beach, especially Veikko. Veikko says thanks for the dog treats! We love your home and hope to return soon. Thanks so very much.
Mike, Regina, and Veikko the dog
San Francisco, CA
Amenities
Duncans Mills House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- Max. occupancy: 5
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
- pets considered ...
- children welcome ...
- non smoking only
- Beachfront ...
- Mountain View
- River
- Water View
- Waterfront
- Family
- Romantic
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Filtered Water
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Free Long Distance ...
- Linens Provided ...
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Parking
- Parking Off Street ...
- Sofa Bed
- Telephone ...
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet ...
- Wood Fireplace ...
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining Area
- 1 Bathroom,
- 1 Half Bath
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Bathroom 1.5 -
toilet
Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , jetted tub
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
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Bedroom 1 -
1 king
Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
- Books
- Books for Adults
- Books for Kids
- CD Player ...
- DVD Player
- Games
- Games for Kids
- Music Library ...
- Ping Pong Table
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo
- Television
- Toys
- VCR
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Video Library
- Binoculars
- Child's Swing
- Deck / Patio ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Patio
- Walkway to Water
- Wood Deck
- wheelchair inaccessible
- cinemas
- forests
- health/beauty spa
- library
- restaurants
- winery tours
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- rafting
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- surfing
- swimming
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(91 traveler reviews)
A dream come true
The pictures do not even come close to what this property has to offer. Peace, tranquility, closeness to nature, privacy - all in a well-kept, cozy home full of light. One can slip into this oasis and never feel as if one is in a rented place - it becomes home immediately. It is ideal for a personal retreat, for sharing unforgettable memories with a loved one, for relaxing and getting off the grid (almost). I am sure families would enjoy it, too, because the garden is expansive and the river access a delight. One can only wish that all visitors treat this exceptional home with the respect it and its generous owners deserve.
Wonderful place and gorgeous!!!
My family loves bed staying at his home - the grounds are especially Beautiful!!
Beautiful property and home! The owner has done a lovely job decorating and making use of the space.
Loved it. Very comfortable and welcoming! Nice to unplug and relax for a few days! We will definitely be going back! Loved Duncan's Mills shops, restaurant and overall feel!
Beautiful property!
Stayed for 3 days at River Gardens, what a great house and the grounds were beautiful. We were sad to leave, would absolutely visit again.
Adorable cottage on the river
House was a great size and function for a young family of 4. Our three year old enjoyed running around the yard, the swing and watching all of the butterflies. Access to the kayaks and river was super easy - no trudging through muddy steps - the dock was perfect. Also loved that it was only a short walk to the Gold Coast Coffee shop!
Awesome, beautiful & relaxing!
This was our 2nd visit to River Gardens. The first time was in winter. We loved it then and even more so now. So private and spacious. Our dog had a great time too. Go there!
Map
10 minutes to the ocean, 10 seconds to the Russian River!
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Rates & Availability
Duncans Mills House Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
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Summer Rate
Jul 1 2017 -
Aug 31 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$300
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$325
Fri,Sat
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Fall Rate
Sep 1 2017 -
Oct 15 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$300
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$325
Fri,Sat
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$1,800
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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$300
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$1,800
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $110 |
| Additional Guest Fee | $50 per person per night |
| Pet Fee | $40 |
| Damage Insurance | $59 |
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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