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6 Guests
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Description

Sanctuaire is tucked away in a sunny riverfront neighborhood. The fully enclosed yard, great for dogs and kids, is equipped with outdoor dining, gas grill, sauna and hot tub. Enjoy relaxing indoors and out or walk to the river and the town of Monte Rio, less than a mile away.

The interiors are comfortable. The main cabin sleeps 4 people, with two bedrooms (one with a connected bathroom), a second full bathroom, and an open living space complete with dining area, full kitchen, woodstove, and living rooms with television.

The studio (no bathroom), with wood interiors, sleeps 2 more people on the twin daybed with twin trundle. The sauna is also located in the studio. The fully fenced property is private, and fully encases the studio and main cottage, making easy access between the cottage and studio. Landscaping is rustic with blooming bushes, giant bamboo, and stepping stones.

Know Before You Book:

Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Sanctuaire is 6 people not including kids under 3 years old. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times.

A Note About Our Cleaning Fees: Thank you for supporting our local business! When you stay with us, you are supporting local families at work. We think everyone deserves a decent living wage, and we make sure to set the rates and fees so that our cleaners and employees earn a living wage in beautiful Sonoma County. The cleaning fee goes directly to the cleaners and inspectors for their hard work in making sure our guests have a wonderful and welcoming space to call home for their stay.

Parking: There is parking for a maximum of 2 vehicles, one in the carport and the other on the street in front of the house. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Bed Sizes: Primary Bedroom: King; Second Bedroom: Queen; Studio: Daybed with trundle (2 twins).

Bathrooms: 2 Full Bathrooms: Front bathroom: shower stall; Master bathroom: shower over tub combo.

Heat Source: Electric baseboard heaters, woodstove (firewood and kindling are not provided).

Location: Sanctuaire is in a cozy residential neighborhood. It is a mix of permanent residents and vacation rentals, families, working folks, and visitors. To honor this balance, we ask guests to park in designated parking and respect the quiet hours in addition to general family-friendly, residential neighborhood expectations. Thank you for helping to continue the tradition of a mutually beneficial relationship between vacation rentals and local community!

About the Yard: The landscaping style is “natural.” The grassy area is more meadow than lawn and the giant bamboo sheds leaves with each breeze.

Stairs: 4 stairs to the front door, several stairs from the back door into the yard, and a couple of steps into the studio.

Pet Friendly: Two dogs allowed per reservation.

Fencing: The backyard is fully fenced, but we always recommend checking the fence line before letting your dog off leash.

Wifi Speed: Advertised: 40 Mbps, tested 26 Mbps

Entertainment: Television with Roku

Additional Amenities: Sauna

Common Amenities not included: This home does not have Air Conditioning, Cable TV

Nearest River Beach: 0.8 mile to the Monte Rio Beach

Nearest Ocean Beach: approx. 10 miles. Sonoma Coast State Park, from Jenner to Bodega Bay.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 2085N
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: ZPE11-0276

Amenities

Facilities: 
  • Pets Allowed
  • Express Check-in
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Basic Supplies
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Wood Stove
  • Electric Heating
Outdoors: 
  • Boats (seasonal)
  • Gas BBQ
  • Fenced Yard
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Garden
Area: 
  • Walk to River
  • Walk to Food and Drink
Kitchen And Dining: 
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Full Kitchen
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
Entertainment: 
  • Telephone
  • Internet Access
  • Television
  • DVD player
  • Roku
Games And Recreation: 
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna

Availability

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Location

Reviews

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Quirky river cottage

Reviewed on 2024-08-04 by Josh
Overall
4

Overall this quirky river cottage provided us a great weekend to hang out with friends and enjoy the russian river. It's well laid out so the five us of each had our own space and didn't feel cramped. The kitchen is well stocked and the house is tastefully decorated, with many great perks. Dog friendly++ This home does feel like it was put together as an Airbnb quickly, and there's a lot of deferred maintenance and overgrown landscaping. The home appears to have foundation issues, so all of the floors are uneven and there are noticeable dips as you walk. Some doors don't fully close, and the toilets are no longer secured to the floor. Also, the shower in the master bedroom poses a safety issue. It's high up, with a cheap bathmat that's not secured and no grip (someone in our group fell and wasn't hurt) The internet is Starlink, but doesn't work well enough to work remotely with any reliability. Overall, it's charming and quirky, but expensive given its condition and location. -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Josh, We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We are sorry to hear about the internet and the bathmat. After your stay, the mat was replaced and we also checked on the internet and it was in working order. Thank you for your review and for being great guests!

I love Monte Rio

Reviewed on 2024-07-26 by Judy
Overall
5

We had a great time. It was nice and relaxing and such a cute little place. -via Vrbo

Manager's Response

Hello Judy, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review :)

cute, clean, and beautifully cool

Reviewed on 2024-07-07 by Lauren
Overall
5

We had the most wonderful time this Fourth of July holiday! The place is cute, clean, and beautifully cool with all the trees and forest surrounding it. The backyard is amazing and kept so nice and breezy in the evenings. Loved the location and the space was very serene and private. We will be back for sure and would highly recommend!! -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Lauren, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were great guests :)

our second stay

Reviewed on 2024-06-30 by Sathya
Overall
5

This was our second stay. Great little cabin near the river. The backyard was very private. We also love the hot tub and sauna, and the fact that it is dog-friendly. -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Sathya, We are so glad you enjoyed your second stay! It is a great area to stay in and we are happy you appreciated the home and its surroundings. Thank you for your kind words and for being such fantastic guests! We would love to host you again :)

Could be a gem…but

Reviewed on 2024-06-24 by Gary
Overall
2

Unmatched dishes, one teaspoon, every surface and cupboards filled with glassware ( enough for a small commercial bar), multiple utensils but all in terrible condition (including pots and pans). Bathroom and closets stuffed with towels, blankets, miscellaneous junk, no hangars ( but no room for a single guest item). Exterior maintenance marginal with little yard work and a broken gate. If you like leaving your belongings on the floor or in the living room… this place is for you. Single handle faucets made control of water temp very difficult and the hot water was dangerously hot. -via Vrbo

Manager's Response

Hello Gary, We truly appreciate you reaching out after your stay about your concerns at Sanctuauire. We did forward your email to the owner after your departure and they have made many improvements since. New kitchenware and cookware were added. Yard service is scheduled bi-weekly and as needed. We are sorry you did not enjoy the home or the stay and we hope to impress you in the future.

a cute little town

Reviewed on 2024-06-02 by Rachel
Overall
5

Wow! What a wonderful stay we had. It was so peaceful in the backyard. Such a cute little town. The Russian River is walking distance! Big plus it’s dog friendly. The backyard is fully fenced so we didn’t have to worry about our pup getting out. Would love to come back sometime!-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Rachel, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were great guests :)

Sanctuarie in Monte Rio

Reviewed on 2024-05-28 by Lisa
Overall
5

Lovely spot near the river. The house was small but has a lovely garden just perfect for enjoying a sunny morning. We didn’t take advantage of the hot tub or sauna - maybe next time! -via Vrbo

Manager's Response

Hello Lisa, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! It is a great area to stay in and we are happy you appreciated the home and its surroundings. Thank you for your kind words and for being such fantastic guests! We would love to host you again :)

5 stars for the whole experience

Reviewed on 2024-05-05 by Robin
Overall
5

Absolutely loved this place. The backyard was cozy, and private, with beautiful plants and ample comfy sitting areas. The hot tub was CLEAN, and hot! The sauna was clean and easy to use. The master bed was extremely comfortable, in fact it was the most comfortable Airbnb bed I’ve ever slept in. Location is perfect. The home was stocked with more than enough towels, linens and blankets. Plenty of kitchen items too. The place was easy to keep warm on a rainy day. I loved our stay and would definitely book this house again! Our dog was welcomed, our 5 year old found plenty to keep occupied and slept great. The hosts were extremely proactive and we had everything we needed before our stay started. 5 stars for the whole experience. -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Robin, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were great guests :)

Beautiful Yard and Amenities

Reviewed on 2024-06-11 by Sue , San Francisco, CA United States
Overall
5

My guests and I really enjoyed this place. House cute and well equipped. Linens on Master Bed heavenly soft! Deck seating area and eating area were comfortable. Nice to have the gas grill. Great private yard for sunning, hot tubbing and outdoor shower. Trees and foliage very beautiful! Day bed in the studio could use a memory foam topper as it was a bit hard. And it seems the gardener did not get there on our arrival day to blow the bamboo leaves off the decks and furniture which I ended up having to sweep but these were our only complaints. Would definitely rent this place again!

Manager's Response

Hello Sue, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were great guests :)

the promised private garden

Reviewed on 2024-03-24 by Mark
Overall
5

We had a very nice stay at Sanctuaire. It was very much the promised private garden retreat, the separate studio and sauna were very cool extras though we did not use them. Ours was a chilly, rainy weekend so our outside time was mostly in the hot tub, the backyard would definitely be a great place to relax when it gets a little sunnier :-) -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Mark, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad everything was to your liking and we’d love to host you again. You were wonderful guests :)

hot tub and sauna

Reviewed on 2024-02-25 by Rebecca
Overall
5

Home was what we expected, it was cozy, mostly clean, and had everything we needed. The hot tub and sauna were excellent. A few tips for future guests, 1. at night we saw a skunk in the backyard. Thankfully we saw it before our dogs did. 2. Our small dog went under the guest house and smelled so bad I had to give him an outside bath. -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Rebecca, Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the home. You were great guests :)

Wonderful place

Reviewed on 2023-12-29 by Bryan
Overall
5

Wonderful place! We had a great time. Sauna was great. Would definitely love to come back! - via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Bryan, We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being wonderful guests, we would love to host you again :)

nice place for a 6 member party

Reviewed on 2023-10-02 by Kevin
Overall
4

Very nice place for a 6 member party. the two single beds are accessed through the bathroom which was a little strange. the location was great except for the steep climb. most cars won't make the climb to the real driveway. so walking the steps is most likely. With all of the redwood leaves deposited on the steps up to the house, the wetness of the recent rain shower made it difficult to navigate at night. But this place is worth another rental! we loved the views and the hot tub! Thanks again for opening your place for us!-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Kevin, We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review :)

Great Stay in Monte Rio

Reviewed on 2023-10-01 by Laura
Overall
5

We had a great time in Monte Rio. This house is in a great location, is well-appointed, and very comfortable. We loved that it had a sauna and hot tub. We also loved the backyard; very private and nicely landscaped. I highly recommend it!-via Vrbo

Manager's Response

Hello Laura, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being such wonderful guests :)

house was so fun

Reviewed on 2023-09-24 by Brett
Overall
5

We had an amazing stay and had plans to go out for a few meals but the house was so fun that we just stayed in and hung out in the backyard. The hot tub and sauna were a great addition.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Brett, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for being fabulous guests :)

peaceful with friendly neighbors

Reviewed on 2023-09-21 by Carrie
Overall
5

The neighborhood is peaceful with friendly neighbors. Less than a mile walking to the public river beach with boat launch and free parking; perfect for the wonderful kayaks we borrowed from the home for a great day on the water. The nearby construction could not easily be heard inside the home but if that bothers you, we heard it most days from outside in the garden until about 5pm. Such a great location as it is halfway between Guerneville/Rio Nido for some riverside night life and Jenner Gulch for tide pooling, hiking and playing stick in the ocean with our dog. Bodega Bay is a quick drive for fresh seafood. There’s a general store for basics in walking distance. The home and garden are beautiful. So many towels and linens and cooking supplies! Beds and sheets are soft like home. We many wonderful meals out on the grilla and in the spacious kitchen. Of course the hot tub and sauna were a dream! I feel so relaxed now! Wish I lived there!-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Carrie, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being such great guests :)

very comfortable

Reviewed on 2023-09-10 by Yolanda
Overall
5

Good location near the Monte Rio beach. The house is very comfortable and well stocked. Beautiful garden Cell service was very spotty wifi a little slow. Overall we enjoyed our stay!-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Yolanda, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being wonderful guests :)

Nicely decorated

Reviewed on 2023-08-28 by Dave
Overall
5

Charming little place from an earlier era in a great location. Nicely decorated. Good place to hang out with a small group. Close to everything Monte Rio has to offer and a short drive to most of the other places Russian River is known for. But, no need to leave since everything you need to relax and pass time is available at the house -- cook, read, soak sauna, etc. Would definitely recommend.-via Airbnb

Wonderful!

Reviewed on 2023-08-20 by Mike
Overall
5

Comfortable home in a charming area.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Mike, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!

Great location

Reviewed on 2023-08-10 by Peter
Overall
3

Great location but the property has some issues, water pressure, old deck, unkept hot tub, broken doorknob, and expected wear and tear on an older house. The location really is the reason to stay here. You won't spend all that much time hanging out at the house itself.-via Airbnb

We will be back

Reviewed on 2023-08-07 by Ariann
Overall
4

Overall this is a nice rental. Peaceful, quiet neighborhood and close to the river. We will be back.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Ariann, We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review.

peaceful and secluded

Reviewed on 2023-07-27 by Sathya
Overall
5

We had a great time. It’s tucked in a quiet neighborhood. The yard is peaceful and secluded, loved that the rental is dog-friendly. Close to the river, Guerneville and Jenner. River Homes sent helpful daily messages through the Air B&B app. We would definitely visit again.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Sathya, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being wonderful guests :)

very well-equipped for cooking

Reviewed on 2023-07-12 by Elizabeth
Overall
5

We loved the house, especially the awesome studio to give our adult son privacy. The kitchen was very well-equipped for cooking, which is a rare thing to find in a rental house. I appreciated the friendly and quick communication from the rental agency, too. I think that if it were accessible to the river (we never used the kayaks because of this), it would definitely be worth the price.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Elizabeth, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being such wonderful guests!

the river!

Reviewed on 2023-07-09 by Justin
Overall
4

Absolutely enjoyed our time in the river!-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Justin, Thank you for your review! And for being great guests :)

location of the Sanctuaire is fantastic

Reviewed on 2023-07-05 by Amy
Overall
4

The location of the Sanctuaire is fantastic- a short stroll to a few restaurants and the river beach. The back garden is beautiful and peaceful. The house itself is rustic, but also cozy and we enjoyed the games. The neighborhood is very quiet which was great.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Amy, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being great guests :)

lots of greenery

Reviewed on 2023-06-26 by Sarah
Overall
4

Backyard is the highlight- private, lots of greenery, a nice couch area and eating table. It is well fenced in- great for small dogs, but not room for a bigger dog to run. Loved that there was a hot tub but there was so much chlorine in it that it was unusable. The house itself is nothing to write home about. Older vacation home that has been semi kept up. Terrible thrift store art, outdoor table set indoors, mold in the main shower. The kitchen was well stocked. Enjoyed the woodstove. The main bedroom had a very comfortable mattress but a mildew-y smell. That second bedroom has a full, not the queen mattress listed. Great location, walkable to a few things and a easy drive to Guerneville or the coast. Very quiet neighborhood. The front of the house is not attractive, there's a reason they don't have a picture of it listed. Obviously that doesn't matter, but it would help for first finding the place. Overall had a nice stay but it was in no way worth $1200 for a long weekend.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Sarah, Thank you for your review! We are appreciative of your feedback as this is a new listing for us. We are a phone call or email away if any guest has concerns or issues at any of our properties and would have loved to help you during your stay. We are happy to hear overall you had a nice stay and will note your concerns for the homeowner.

easy to feel right at home

Reviewed on 2023-06-23 by Kathleen
Overall
5

The property was so cozy and comfortable it was easy to feel right at home. The garden is lush and beautiful and the smell of jasmine floats on the breeze. This was probably the most well stocked airbnb I’ve ever stayed in. Anything you could need in the kitchen or to make cocktails and enough towels to last a month without laundry. The yard is completely private. I enjoyed my stay so much I asked to stay an extra night and the hosts were prompt in response and kindly accommodated. I would definitely visit again. There is no cell service in the area and the Wi-Fi works but is not great, so wouldn’t recommend if you plan on working during you stay.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Kathleen, Thank you for your review! We are elated you enjoyed your stay and the outdoor spaces at the home. We would love to host you again-Thanks for being an amazing guest :)

beautiful outdoor area

Reviewed on 2023-06-19 by Gustav
Overall
5

We had a wonderful stay at Sanctuaire Garden Retreat in Monte Rio. It’s a cabin style home with a beautiful outdoor area. The home is spacious, cozy and well-equipped with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. The jacuzzi and sauna are amazing, and the garden is beautiful and peaceful. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the Monte Rio beach and a few minutes drive to other attractions along the Russian River. The Boho Manner Resort is also a short walk away for some live music, food and drinks. We would recommend this place to anyone looking for a serene and comfortable retreat in nature.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Gustav, We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review! We would love to host you again :)

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