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

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sonoma, CA
  • Sonoma Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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

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.
This vacation home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Sonoma Golf Club. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Sonoma Golf Club and 7 minutes from Sonoma Plaza
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Mike & Theresa Robertori

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Many of our guests are allergic. No smoking indoor

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 540 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please turn AC/Heat off
Shut lights, except exterior ones
Check AGAIN for left items! (chargers, iPads, hearing aids, ear buds)

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: ** NO PETS **

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Bungalow has not been child-proofed. on a cliff

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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.
Property Registration Number 1436N

Property is also known as

Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 378 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Gretchen C.

Fantastic location and close to everything! Unfortunately, we had a few hiccups regarding the home's general upkeep which was disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sonoma Visit

Cute little spot to enjoy some peace and quiet. The patio was wonderful and you could listen to the creek and even get to see some deer walking around from time to time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely quiet property

Tucked away by a stream on the outskirts of Sonoma. Quiet, clean, and everything you need for a stay. The bikes were a nice bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, nice space

The bungalow is in a quiet neighborhood and perfect location to access the plaza, wineries, hiking and biking trails. The interior was very clean with great amenities and well represented in the listing. The updated bathroom was a highlight. However, the outdoor space and bicycles - which were the main selling points (and one of the reasons we chose this property), did not appear well maintained. The deck wasn't clean or nearly as beautiful as the photos. It appeared as though it hadn't been used in a while - lots of cobwebs, lichen and mildew on the furniture. It needs a good pressure washing. I spent about 30 minutes sweeping cobwebs, leaves and bugs, then wiping down all of the furniture before we could use it - not what I want to do on my vacation. The bikes need a tune up and the tires were quite worn. We took them for a short trip and had no issues, but it was just a disappointment. I will say Mike was quite responsive when I contacted him about the bike tires. I would imagine those will be serviced before the next renters. Overall, we enjoyed our stay very much. I just would have expected a more inviting area outside based on the pictures and description. It was definitely a good value. Easy check in, clear instructions, good communication and wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need.

Pleasant and comfortable. Nice location. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R., Longmont

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary trip

The bungalow in Sonoma was the perfect place to stay to celebrate or 20th anniversary. Located in a quiet neighborhood. Great view of the creek from the deck. Close to restaurants and wineries. The amenities in the house, particularly the Franklin, stove were perfect for a spring trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C., Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

This was our 3rd stay at this property. It is immaculate and has everything you could want. The deck overlooking the woods and babbling brook is the highlight of the property. We normally go when it is warmer so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck as much this time because it was chilly. It is very peaceful, relaxing and close to restaurants, grocery store, pharmacy etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sonoma Visit

We enjoyed our stay. Space is cozy and has a great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas V., Gretna

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Content

Great place to stay for traveling all over
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Valentine’s Day Weekend

My fiancée and I had a great stay for a long weekend. The place was great for cooking meals in and hanging out on the deck. Very clean and in good condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

As good as the first time!

This is our second stay at this property. We had an amazing time. The deck is a wonderful place to have a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. The newly renovated shower was terrific! We will definitely return when we are staying in the Sonoma area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Creekside

Comfortable place. Didn’t know the washer and dryer were coin op. Would recommend adding that to property description so guest can bring quarters.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Fantastic place to stay in Sonoma. Charming, clean, and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas was wonderful

It's near my mom's house on the creek that I used to play in as a boy. Each morning we watched the deer grazing from the back deck and then headed to moms house. It was very cozy and warm through the storm and I love continuous hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peg S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cozy and comfortable

We spent three nights to visit wine country. Found everything clean and welcoming. Had to purchase coffee and did not know the fire pit was an extra (though nominal) charge. Chilly nights but warmed up quickly with cute little Franklin stove. Bidet was fun;). Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

angelina d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway for a wedding

The bungalow is just as described. I have no complaints! Spacious enough for my husband and I and had all the necessary amenities. Great porch but unable to take advantage of it due to the rain. Stayed 2 nights as we were attending a wedding and it was great driving distance to the wedding venue in Sonoma. Would def stay again for the great price, cute home and great location to Sonoma plaza and all the wonderful wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

Stayed two nights while in wine country and loved it. Close proximity to everything yet the backyard views made you feel like you were in the middle of nowhere. Would highly recommend and would stay here again when/if I a Sonoma again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutie & cozy

Very cutie place to stay. Loved sitting on the back porch. Quiet and peaceful. Bathroom very updated. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John S., Fair Oaks Ranch TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time but trouble contacting host

We tried to contact the host…left two messages within 1 hour of leaving the property after we realized we left a pair of hearing aids and have not heard back. We are desperate to get them back and cannot figure out another way to reach them.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little Bungalow

Stayed here as a stop for Sanoma wine tasting. Good little spot and the description is accurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger, Forest Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great private retreat

Very much enjoyed the quiet retreat with nature behind us off the back porch. The accommodations were very nice and we will definitely stay here again on our next visit to Sonoma
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

The location and place was okay for our stay. However, the address provided didn’t match up when clicking on “get directions” under the map. We finally had to copy the address and input it into our own maps to get the directions to the location. We are not from the area nor the state and lack of trust of following the directions on Vrbo didn’t make us feel safe. We did enjoy the deck area. We wished we could explore the area on bikes but no bikes anywhere at the location even though it was listed in the amenities. The barn door to the bathroom was tricky to close and kept moving. That was annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris H., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT GET AWAY

THE PLACE WAS PERFECT FOR THE 2 OF US. ESPECIALLY LOVED THE OUTSIDE PATIO!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024