Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2540 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Sonoma, CA

Sonoma Golf Club19 min walk
Sonoma Plaza7 min drive
Buena Vista Winery12 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

The Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Take in all the Wine Country has to offer from this centrally located cozy apartment overlooking Sonoma Creek! With nearby great wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants, and shops, you'll find lots to enjoy in the area. You can take it all in on the 2 complimentary bicycles parked in the shed!

Please note! For a reservation to be accepted, you MUST tell us a bit about who's staying, and what brings you to the Wine Country.

Guests who book during the winter / rainy season may get a special whitewater treat! Since the Bungalow is overlooking Sonoma Creek, you will enjoy an exciting show if there is a rainstorm, and the rapids get more turbulent! Part of the deck is covered, so you can enjoy a thrill during a rainstorm! (Don't worry, you are safely high above the creek in the ravine below.)

The Bungalow (Sonoma TOT Cert # 1436N ) features a beautiful kitchen, hardwood floors, a cozy gas 'Franklin' stove for cool nights,, and a sumptuous new Beautyrest queen bed and awesome high thread count Egyptian cotton sheets. Fast internet, cable and internet-enabled TV let you watch cable TV or stream movies. While the apartment is delightfully furnished (we own a furniture store!), the real attraction is the deck overlooking the creek. From here, you can sit for hours watching the steady stream of wildlife (deer, mostly) as they make their way along the trails along the year-round creek. When the rains start, the creek goes from a lazy creek to a roaring stream - with rapids just a bit past the bungalow, giving great sound effects. The deck features comfortable patio furniture and an optional gas firepit to enjoy a glass of wine around at the end of a busy day!

The Queen bed is a new Beautyrest that is moderately firm. Some have said it is too soft. Some have said its too firm. It is what it is! The bed is covered with an Organic Cotton mattress protector/pad. High thread count Egyptian cotton sheets complete the ensemble. Spare blankets and pillows are in the closet.

The bathroom features a curved glass shower enclosure and a newly tiled shower. We have just added a Bidet Toilet - we tried one at a Vacation Rental ourselves and loved it - so we added one for you to enjoy as well! It features a heated seat and warm water. Heavenly!

While there are so many activities nearby, we expect that at least one of the days of your visit you'll grab a couple of bottles of wine and want to spend the whole day at the cozy Lazy Oak Creekside Bungalow, enjoying the magical surroundings!

** NOTE** MAX OVERNIGHT OCCUPANCY - 2 PERSONS ONLY ** (Including children)

IMPORTANT NOTE: To ensure your booking request is accepted, please be sure to tell us a little about WHO is staying, WHERE you are from, and WHAT brings you to the Wine Country! You can read about who we are in our VRBO profile, so its a 2-way privacy street!
Coin Laundry machine is located outside the unit under cover.

Property manager

Mike & Theresa Robertori

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Bungalow has not been child-proofed. on a cliff

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

** NO PETS **

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Many of our guests are allergic. No smoking indoor

You MUST tell us something about who you are for booking to be accepted!

Max occupancy 2 humans only! Nothing else.

Quiet Times: 9PM-9 AM.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Boyes Hot Springs

Located in Sonoma, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Napa Valley Wine Train and Opus One Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sonoma Plaza. Depot Park Museum and Sonoma TrainTown Railroad are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sonoma, CA

What's nearby

Sonoma Golf Club - 19 min walk
Sonoma Plaza - 7 min drive
Sonoma City Hall - 7 min drive
Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 8 min drive
Buena Vista Winery - 12 min drive

Getting around

Santa Rosa Station - 33 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

Taco Bell - 3 min drive
El Molino Central - 17 min walk
Animo - 19 min walk
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Sonoma Springs Brewing Company - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sonoma Golf Club and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Sonoma Plaza. Vallejo Home and Transcendence Theatre Company are also within 3 mi (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

Mar 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Oasis

I love this property. It’s my second time staying. I enjoy the quiet oasis it offers!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alana B., Santa Fe, NM

Feb 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs a bit of upkeep.

Pros: Located above a nice river with a charming meadow view. Updated kitchen. Warm gas fireplace. Cons: Washer and dryer are not only located outside, but they are also coin operated… and one of the dryers was duct taped shut. I had to clean the windows to enjoy the view. The bathroom lights are motion censored. So getting up during the night did not only disrupt my partner, but it was like being in an airport runway light show. The threshold between the living room and kitchen was missing, so you could see screws and bare floor. The blanket at the foot of the bed, and the one in the living room were not washed. There were only about five adult hangers and 20 children hangers. We would not stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Jan 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful weekend place!

A beautiful and pleasant bungalow with beautiful views of Sonoma Creek and wonderful neighbors.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hemaka R.

Jan 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway or wine country visit

My wife and I spent a few enjoyable days at this property. The unit is clean and as described. The kitchen is well equipped and includes basic condiments. Location is in a quiet neighborhood backing into a pretty big stream, and we saw plenty of birds and a few deer. Also convenient to Sonoma town, Napa, Redwood National Forest and the coast. Hosts are easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Jan 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Bungalow

Very clean with all amenities for our stay . We really felt at home in this bungalow. Very comfortable with a nice deck and the view was beautiful. Really enjoyed this little hidden gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Theresa Robertori

Avid travelers, my wife and I frequently stay in vacation rentals all over the world. We know what it takes to make a place special, and we know what we need to feel at home! We're confident that our properties will make you feel like you're in your home away from home! This is our second vacation rental, our first vacation rental (VRBO number 497125) is very popular and is nearly always booked! We strive to offer a great value in a fully legal, permitted vacation rental, so you can enjoy our town as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property because we took one look at the last (creekside) unit of this 4-unit (2 duplexes) property, and realized it was a gem we needed to share! The first 3 units are home to people who have lived in the apartments for a long time. The last unit on the creek is very secluded and quiet, and offers incredible creek views and unparalleled wildlife viewing.

What makes this property unique

In the shade of the big oak tree near the rear of the property (hence: Lazy Oak), the large tree provides an idyllic environment for enjoying the wine country. The apartment is tastefully furnished and secluded. The outdoor spaces are oriented for maximum enjoyment of their creekside frontage. Patio furniture and firepit are provided for your enjoyment of the outdoors. The Creek babbles in the summer, and can roar in the winter. The constant presence of deer, squirrels, birds, and other wildlife in the riparian means you can lose yourself for hours watching as the animals traverse through the trails. Go on photo safari right in Sonoma!