HeartoftheRiver~ Warm & Enchanting River Retreat! HtTb/WiFi/Pup/3 for 2

Sonoma and Marin Coastlines have recently been named, "Best Whale Watching in the San Francisco Bay Area!" You can watch whales breach and mother's with their calves right from our beaches! Keep and eye out for seals and pups and dolphins too!

3 Nights for 2 thru April (mid-week stays only) Holidays excluded.

“Hospitality is Our Happy Place” ✨
We’ve been proud Superhosts for 8 years and consistently earn 5-Star Ratings on VRBO/HomeAway across Sonoma and Marin Counties—including Dillon Beach, Bodega Bay, and the Russian River Wine Country. Google even calls us a Top Vacation Rental Company in the region! 🌊🍷
We invite you to walk in, relax, and feel at home. Every space is bright, clean, cozy, and safe, with thoughtful touches like music, treats, and little extras to make your stay feel special. Hang out, laugh, and make memories—we’re just a phone call away 24/7 if you need anything. As locals who live, work, and play here, we know what makes a getaway magical.
Our mission?
To make your stay easy, fun, and full of happy moments—from morning coffee on the deck to stargazing at night, and from check-in to check-out, we will make your stay sweet and seamless!
We look forward to your arrival! 💛
— Wine Country to Coast Vacation Rentals



Heart of the River – Your Russian River Playground! 🌲💦
Welcome to Heart of the River—a 5-star, laughter-packed retreat where adventure, chill vibes, and Redwood magic come together! Just a short stroll to the Russian River and minutes from downtown Guerneville, this playful getaway is perfect for families or groups ready to relax, explore, and make memories that last a lifetime.
The main house has two cozy bedrooms and a full bath, while a separate bungalow adds extra sleeping space—and a super-fun arcade console that’s a hit with kids and adults alike. Spread out, connect, and let the good times roll!
Step outside to your twinkly-lit deck, hot tub under the stars, ping pong tournaments, and a private yoga studio. After a sunny river adventure, rinse off in the wonderful outdoor shower, sip cocktails on the deck lounge and gather around for stories and laughter.
Heart of the River is relaxed, whimsical, and full of forest magic—a Russian River escape where joy, connection, and fun flow naturally from sunrise to starlight.


HOUSE ESSENTIALS:
3 Bedrooms / 1 Bath / Sleeps 6
A few steps up from driveway - then one level
Located in a quiet Guerneville neighborhood
Walking distance to 2 popular Russian River beaches
Bonus sleeping in separate bungalow
Fast Xfinity WiFi
Pup Ok


ENTRY LEVEL:
Living room - Spacious & inviting w/comfortable furnishings & windows open to yard. Large flat screen Smart TV, a Cozy gas-log Fireplace

Kitchen - A Chef's dream! Well appointed, large w/a copper farmhouse sink, butcher block kitchen bar & state-of-the-art appliances

Dining area - Between the living room and kitchen - Large table perfect for meals & Game nights w/ large windows opening to the yard

Bedroom 1 - Spacious w/ a very Comfy Queen bed - Flat screen TV

Bedroom 2 - Very Comfy Queen bed

Bathroom - Beautifully remodeled


BONUS BUNGALOW SPACE:
Media
Arcade Game Console
3rd room w/comfy Full size bed


OUTDOOR SPACES:
The yard is an English garden paradise w/tons of butterflies
Fully fenced exterior
Large patio & deck space
Fab Remote control lighting system in the yard! Magical space!
In-set Hot Tub
Gas BBQ
Outdoor dining for 6
Detached yoga/meditation studio- Has yoga mats and flooring is meant for yoga.
Outdoor Ping Pong table
Outdoor shower
Comfy outdoor seating


GUEST GUIDELINES:
Occupancy: 6 Adult Max or 8 Max w/2 children -
NO Parties/NO Large Gatherings/Please No Drop-in Guests. In an HOA
Parking: 3 Cars Max - 2 in driveway + one street-side in front of the fence
Dog Friendly - $120 Dog Fee per Dog - Yard is enclosed-Dogs may not be left alone in the home unless QUIETLY crated.
Kayaks avail ONLY when Dams are in. Late June thru-early Sept.
NO Smoking of Anything on Property


Local Food & Drink Favorites
Graton: Willow Wood Market & Underwood Bistro – Lunch or dinner with a scenic drive.
Occidental: Howard Station – Top breakfast spot at the top of the Coastal Redwoods. Union Hotel – Excellent Italian cuisine.
Guerneville: Boon, 3 Cultures Kitchen, Main Street Station, Trillium, Farm Hand, Saucy Mama’s, Baked on the River at 3-R Resort.
Monte Rio: Northwood at the Golf Course – Breakfast or lunch with outdoor seating on the course.
Duncan Mills: Cape Fear, Blue Heron, Gold Coast Coffee – Great for lunch or dinner.
Pizza: Pizza Leah & Smart Pizza – Pizza Leah is worth the drive to Windsor! Smart Pizza in Guerneville
Sebastopol: Sushi Tozai - Great Japanese cuisine!
Dessert: Nimble & Finns in Guerneville – Pie & ice cream.
Coffee: Coffee Bizarre – Breakfast or lunch.
Bars in Guerneville: El Barrio, 3-R Resort, Rainbow Cattle Co.
Local Taxis: Bill’s & R2T2

Fun Local Day Excursions:
Hot air balloon rides for a stunning aerial view of Sonoma
Charter fishing & whale watching out of Bodega Bay
Over 100 wineries in Sonoma Valley
Kayaking in Jenner, the Russian River, or Bodega Bay
World-class spa experiences at Osmosis in Freestone or call us for an In-Home Massage
World class cycling in our area
Stunning Scenic Drives along Hwy 1 and Coleman Valley Rd.

Explore Coastal & Wine Country Towns:
Guerneville, Healdsburg, Windsor, Occidental, Bodega Bay, Jenner, Sebastopol, Petaluma – shops, galleries, antiques, restaurants, and wineries
Golf at Northwood, Monte Rio – a top-ten 9-hole course in the US. Or 18-holes in Bodega Bay or Windsor!
Lake Sonoma - Boat or jet ski rentals & horseback riding
Easy walks to challenging hikes in Armstrong Woods


OTHER THINGS:
Winter Special! Discounted 2 Weeks to Monthly Rates!
Ask about our Concierge Service, Our Local Private Chef and our In-House Massage Therapists!

CHECK-IN INFORMATION:
All arrival details—including the home address, access code, check-in/check-out times, house-specific notes, and local recommendations—will be sent to you 3 days before arrival.

You’ll receive a link with everything you need, and a printed copy will also be available in the home.
***If you do not receive your arrival information the day BEFORE your check-in, please call us and we’ll resend it right away.
***Please Do Not arrive at the house without your check-in information.

Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Early Check-in or Late Check-out (only if available) for a fee.
We’re available 9AM–9PM daily for general questions, with after-hours live support available for emergencies.


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