Spacious Modern Home - Pool, Views And Acres
About this house rental
Starlings Rest: Nestled in the heart of Sonoma's famous Alexander Valley, this four acre poolside retreat offers beautiful mountain and vineyard views, a gourmet kitchen, fireplace, large swimming pool, hot tub, bbq, play structure, and much, much more. Repeat guests 10% discount Parents Relax: the large salt-water pool (SOLAR HEATED MAY - OCTOBER) is chemical free and comes with a PIN coded motorized security cover, so that everyone can relax and enjoy the surrounding views, gardens, multiple fire pits, outdoor movie theatre, swings, badminton, water volleyball, and wildlife set in a tree lined amphitheater. Set in four acres this retreat offers the perfect indoor outdoor experience, modern amenities (inc Sonos digital music system, unlimited Internet, PS3 and TVs) in a beautiful tranquil setting. Starling's Rest is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, and ideal as a home base for enjoying the many outstanding and exceptional attractions that Sonoma County offers. Enjoy charming and historic Healdsburg, the artisans and restaurants of Windsor, Geyserville, Cloverdale; Sonoma Lake for Boating, Russian River for Kayaking. And of course all the famed vineyards of Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley are on your doorstep. Local Entertainment: - Healdsburg and other winery towns - Dozens of Vineyards and Wineries - Golf Courses - Bicycling - Coppola Winery Resort - Russian River - for tubing and Kayaking - Sonoma Lake - for boat rental, water skiing, tubing, pontoon boats, walks - Sky Diving at the Cloverdale Airport - River Rock Casino The house is a spacious four-bedroom, three-bathroom, ranch house featuring a great room with a large granite island centerpiece. The gourmet kitchen comes complete with high-end appliances, including Viking range, Fisher Paykel double oven, and the convenience of a microwave, warming draw, dishwasher and all the accoutrements you need -- this is the perfect place to entertain and release your inner foodie. Your dining options extend outside with a large cedar 10-seat dining table on the expansive front deck overlooking the valley’s vineyards and mountains, and the back deck too, which enjoys its own views of oaks, redwoods and a recessed hot-tub. There's also an additional viewing patio just above the pool, perfect for that sunset cocktail. NOTE: Pool IS NOT HEATED NOVEMBER - APRIL
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(56 Reviews)
5.0
Great for a family gathering
5.0
While the furniture in master was outdated and the flooring in master bathroom everything else was great. We had an amazing time! Thank you
3.0
I went with my family (wife, 3 kids under 5) and my brothers family (wife and two kids under 5). The outside area was great for the kids, very happy. The kitchen was nice and open. Obviously, we had to cook so it was nice having the kitchen. However, we arrived to a half roll of paper towels and hand soap that only got us through the first night. I've never stayed at a rental that didnt provide enough of these for your stay. The rest of the main shared living was fine.
The master bedroom was pretty much disgusting. The carpets had stains on them everywhere and big sections of them were pulling up off the ground creating a ridge (for lack of a better term). The bathroom was pretty gnarly as well. It honestly felt like I was in a Motel 8 at best. The bed sheets were like sandpaper and towels were cheap and very small for body towels.
The worst of all was how the management handle it. I wrote complaining about the carpet and they wrote back saying "most people appreciate the living and outdoor space and do not prioritize the bedrooms." I sent them a video and pictures to fully express how gross the carpets, vanities and doors in the bedroom looked and they just threatened me that they would "go over the house with a fine tooth comb" because I brought a service animal with me.
I wish I could post pictures to show. The house overall is fine if you dont care about your bedrooms at all. Management very rude. Not worth the amount of money that they charge.
3.0
Beautiful property and surroundings except the old carpets in the bedrooms. Upon arrival no bathroom amenities and paper towel in the kitchen. Management promised delivery of said items ASAP which took half day.
Our stay would be so much more pleasant if more than one paper towel and Kleenex were provided! ( Even Motel 6 provides Kleenex.)
5.0
Our group of 6 adults and 3 kids (ages 3-9) stayed for 4 nights and had a great stay. We didn’t need anything - kitchenware, utensils, all things we needed to cook (except for food, oil) was there. We didn’t run out of dishes and utensils when dishwasher was running, with more than enough indoor dishes and outdoor dishes for our group to use throughout the day. More than enough cleaning supplies were there, like spray cleaner, dishwasher pods, detergent, trash bags, a vacuum cleaner. They supplied a nice set of shampoo, conditioner, soap, and lotion, as well as plenty of towels. Rooms and bedding felt clean, and one of our guests even said the bed was nice and firm, unlike other places with sagging mattresses, and not lumpy pillows. More than enough space to spread out, with two very large common areas to hang out inside and out. It was HOT outside 3 of 4 days but A/C kept us comfortable inside when we needed a break from the heat. The house had some puzzles and games to keep us occupied. Best part was the outside. Pool was nice and warm, kids never wanted to get out! It was clean, with a nice shady area to sit. A lot of places to sit, nice working BBQ (with tools!), and large grassy areas to run around and play. The outdoor movie area was a huge plus!
The host/manager was very responsive throughout our stay. We had some questions and a couple problems (not the fault of the house) all resolved quickly. Would definitely book again.
5.0
We celebrated my sister getting married at this house and had an incredible time. The kitchen was the perfect size to host our group of 10 ladies and was the common area for us all to hang out, eat and enjoy girl time. The pool and hot tub in the backyard were perfect for just enjoying each other’s company and the sunshine. The backyard is beautiful and spacious enough for us to host a yoga class. The best part though, were the neighbor goats. I loved seeing them every morning on the hill grazing.
We had a few hiccups with our stay but nothing that the property manager didn’t immediately address. Our first issue was trying to get the key out of the lock box, but once we called they gave us a different code to try and it worked - someone must’ve forgotten to update the code after the previous guests.
The other issue, the electricity was out in a portions of the master suite side of the house. We tried to hit the breaker ourselves to see if that was the problem, but that didn’t fix it. A few hours later the property manager sent out their handymen to take a look and it ended up being an issue where an electrician was needed. We mentioned we weren’t in an urgent need of this to be fixed because it was about 8pm on a Friday night at this point, but they still sent someone out. He was there for maybe 30 minutes and was able to fix the electrical issue. We were very pleased with the communication and the quick response of the property manager and their team.
5.0
Great property and excellent management. Prompt response to question. Neat, clean, nicely appointed. Kitchen has everything you need for preparing food. Pool is the BEST! Perfect temp - refreshing but not cold. Great fun to watch movie on the back patio with the fire feature. Lovely soft throws everywhere for cool evenings. Beds were comfy, not hard. One bathroom very convenient to the pool and backyard. Little ones loved the play structure. Very, very happy with our stay.
4.0
Family get away weekend
We loved the privacy of the property. Also, all the different venues outside to sit. The pool was enjoyed by all, especially the teenagers. The house accommodated all 10 of us very well. The kitchen was huge and easy to navigate and work in. We also liked the sleepy town of Cloverdale.
5.0
Beautiful Home
The property was amazing. Pam was wonderful to work with and her tips on stores and restaurants were so helpful. Everything was close by to the home. We were outside the whole time swimming, playing on the play structure, watching movies and roasting marshmallows. Everything was perfect and we had a lovely time. The kitchen is well equipped and the bedrooms had plenty of room in them for my grown children to have a playpen/crib for their toddlers to sleep in. Highly recommend the property.
5.0
This house was fantastic! Everything from the pool, kitchen, playground, outdoor movie theater, fire pit, jacuzzi… just amazing! We were a group of 3 families with kids ages 8-13 and this house was perfect for everyone. Highly recommend this house for anyone looking for a quiet but luxurious getaway in Sonoma.
5.0
Perfect Sonoma Getaway
This house was fantastic! Everything from the pool, kitchen, playground, outdoor movie theater, fire pit, jacuzzi… just amazing! We were a group of 3 families with kids ages 8-13 and this house was perfect for everyone. Highly recommend this house for anyone looking for a quiet but luxurious getaway in Sonoma.
5.0
Starling's Rest is a wonderful property for family and friends to enjoy. We had a group of kids who loved being able to watch an outdoor movie, play on the play structure and of course enjoy the pool and hot tub. Downtown Cloverdale with plenty of dining options is quick drive and there is a lovely local winery almost next door (William Gordon, make sure to make an appointment) for the adults. The property manager was very responsive to our questions and requests. Would definitely come back!
5.0
Beautiful property with great amenities
Starling's Rest is a wonderful property for family and friends to enjoy. We had a group of kids who loved being able to watch an outdoor movie, play on the play structure and of course enjoy the pool and hot tub. Downtown Cloverdale with plenty of dining options is quick drive and there is a lovely local winery almost next door (William Gordon, make sure to make an appointment) for the adults. The property manager was very responsive to our questions and requests. Would definitely come back!
4.0
The outside is wonderful! The pool and setting outside is great. The inside of the house needs updatbig.
The outside is wonderful! The pool and setting outside is great. The inside of the house needs updating. For the cost, I would expect the inside to be more updated. Also, chairs at outdoor dining table in back were rickety a d basically broken (unisable). No tissues provided and no hand soap in the bathrooms.
4.0
Great outdoor space
The outside is wonderful! The pool and setting outside is great. The inside of the house needs updatbig.
The outside is wonderful! The pool and setting outside is great. The inside of the house needs updating. For the cost, I would expect the inside to be more updated. Also, chairs at outdoor dining table in back were rickety a d basically broken (unisable). No tissues provided and no hand soap in the bathrooms.
4.0
Overall the property was what we were looking for and the pool area was amazing. A few minor issues like the trash being full and at the bottom of the hill when we arrived, broken pool toys, lack of hookup/propane for the fire pits, but nothing too significant.
5.0
We spent a week at Starlings Rest (grandparents, "kids" and their three children ages 8-14). The house was exactly as advertised but even better. FULLY equipped with every possible kitchen item one could want and so much storage, the only challenge was finding everything. We recommend a thorough tour of the kitchen cabinets before thinking something is not provided! We loved the fantastic pool (with lots of pool toys) and new hot tub with colored lights (fun at night). The fire pit up on the hill is a great spot for making s'mores and just hanging out in the evening. The front deck with the beautiful wood table and ten chairs comfy chairs plus a swing has lovely views of the hills and some peeks at the vineyards. We loved having brunch and some dinners out there. Golf at the Windsor Golf Club and the "amazing" ziplline (age 10+) at Occidental were two off-site activities enjoyed by our teen and male adults, but the younger kids never left the property (their choice) and must have spent 30 hours at least in the pool. We'd hoped to do a river activity but alas, very little water due to the drought.
For beautiful scenery, take Dry Creek Road into Healdsburg and enjoy the Plaza, shops and restaurants, but if you just want to relax, it would be hard to beat Starlings Rest. And Pamela and her management team were incredible to work with - very responsive and helpful in answering questions. Everyone in our group would highly recommend this property.
5.0
A perfect choice for a family group
We spent a week at Starlings Rest (grandparents, "kids" and their three children ages 8-14). The house was exactly as advertised but even better. FULLY equipped with every possible kitchen item one could want and so much storage, the only challenge was finding everything. We recommend a thorough tour of the kitchen cabinets before thinking something is not provided! We loved the fantastic pool (with lots of pool toys) and new hot tub with colored lights (fun at night). The fire pit up on the hill is a great spot for making s'mores and just hanging out in the evening. The front deck with the beautiful wood table and ten chairs comfy chairs plus a swing has lovely views of the hills and some peeks at the vineyards. We loved having brunch and some dinners out there. Golf at the Windsor Golf Club and the "amazing" ziplline (age 10+) at Occidental were two off-site activities enjoyed by our teen and male adults, but the younger kids never left the property (their choice) and must have spent 30 hours at least in the pool. We'd hoped to do a river activity but alas, very little water due to the drought.
For beautiful scenery, take Dry Creek Road into Healdsburg and enjoy the Plaza, shops and restaurants, but if you just want to relax, it would be hard to beat Starlings Rest. And Pamela and her management team were incredible to work with - very responsive and helpful in answering questions. Everyone in our group would highly recommend this property.
4.0
Nice Property
Overall the property was what we were looking for and the pool area was amazing. A few minor issues like the trash being full and at the bottom of the hill when we arrived, broken pool toys, lack of hookup/propane for the fire pits, but nothing too significant.
4.0
Summer getaway - great outdoor grounds
Overall, this is a great place to come with a family for a summer getaway - the backyard has a playground, lawn for kicking around a ball, warm heated pool, hot tub and nice shaded veranda for lounging and watching the kids and for outdoor family meals.
The kitchen was well stocked with pots/gadgets for cooking and we liked the open floor plan.
We really appreciate the owners being very responsive and making our stay comfortable.
5.0
Nice place. Quiet, peaceful. Fire pit on patio and pool cover were not working while we were there but did not affect the stay (though we were kinda excited about the fire pit when it cooled off at night).
Home was very clean and well stocked in terms of dishes, kitchenware, etc. Hosts communicated very well. Would definitely recommend to families and groups.
5.0
Great, quiet home.
Nice place. Quiet, peaceful. Fire pit on patio and pool cover were not working while we were there but did not affect the stay (though we were kinda excited about the fire pit when it cooled off at night).
Home was very clean and well stocked in terms of dishes, kitchenware, etc. Hosts communicated very well. Would definitely recommend to families and groups.
5.0
Extremely positive experience. Pamela was amazing to work with.
5.0
Beautiful home with outstanding backyard. Everything is first class.
Extremely positive experience. Pamela was amazing to work with.
3.0
Beware of Property Manager
If you rent this property I would advise you to take pictures of everything around the house when you arrive and when you leave to document how everything looks because she made serious, unfounded false claims against us.
The house was comfortable and spacious, and the backyard was ideal for a group gathering. There were a few things that we would have expected to be in better condition, considering the cost, but all in all it's a great property and we enjoyed our time there.
3.0
If you rent this property I would advise you to take pictures of everything around the house when you arrive and when you leave to document how everything looks because she made serious, unfounded false claims against us.The house was comfortable and spacious, and the backyard was ideal for a group gathering. There were a few things that we would have expected to be in better condition, considering the cost, but all in all it's a great property and we enjoyed our time there.
5.0
The property was as advertised. This was a wonderful location for our family to get away and relax. We ended up staying at the property the complete trip so can't comment on the surrounding areas. We enjoyed the pool and the kids enjoyed the playground which was just enough for them. The kitchen was great for us to cook meals and the rooms equipped with all we needed.
5.0
Great getaway
The property was as advertised. This was a wonderful location for our family to get away and relax. We ended up staying at the property the complete trip so can't comment on the surrounding areas. We enjoyed the pool and the kids enjoyed the playground which was just enough for them. The kitchen was great for us to cook meals and the rooms equipped with all we needed.
4.0
Lovely summer escape
We loved the pool and the great big backyard!! Hot tub was sparkling clean as well and House is spacious with big kitchen to cook in.
Only drawback was slow wifi.
4.0
We loved the pool and the great big backyard!! Hot tub was sparkling clean as well and House is spacious with big kitchen to cook in. Only drawback was slow wifi.
5.0
Second Stay
This was our second stay at the property and was great for our family! Would consider coming back again.
5.0
What a great getaway!
From the open living spaces, to the bedroom space, to the great backyard, had a great time! There were many appliances, pots and pans, and gadgets in the kitchen. The pool had great toys and inflatables as well. Thank you for the great stay!!!
5.0
Love This House!
This house was a perfect family getaway. Totally stocked, clean, and well done, but also very comfortable and casual enough for a family with young kids. Communication was top notch. We have already booked our second stay!
5.0
Lovely Property
We had a fantastic stay. The hot tub was sparkling and hot when we arrived, and the house was clean and inviting. The most attractive feature for us was the kitchen, with it's huge island and open concept. A great place for several couples to gather. There was a maintenance problem with one of the showers, but the management is addressing it. High marks overall, we will be back!
5.0
Great wine country werkend
Wonderful property in beautiful location. Easy access to the best vineyards around. Kitchen had every utensil one could hope for. Fire pits were a great place for us to end each day. Property Manager answered all question right away. Perfect place for our fall visit!
4.0
Lovely large spacious home
The house is great for a large group or family stay. The property is beautiful with great amenities like the pool and hot tub.
4.0
Overall + Electrical + driveway
We enjoyed the property and had a very nice time. The porch light was burnt out and a light on the back porch came on at night sometimes other times not. No big issue but wanted to make you aware. Also the driveway could certainly use some repair.
5.0
Great stay! Fantastic grounds
Really great house with spectacular outdoors, with beautiful grassy grounds, a private playground, a large swimming pool and a hot tub.
The indoor space is also very comfortable. All in, a great property!
4.0
Beautiful property
10 of us stayed in this lovely home for the Santa Rosa Ironman race and Mother’s Day. It was close to Lake Sonoma and part of the bike route. We had 4 kids 4-9 yrs and they loved the play area and the lawn as well as the swimming pool. The guys were very happy to have the hot tub to jump into after 140.6 miles of exercise! We made 2 dinners and Mother’s Day breakfast and had everything we needed!
Beds were slightly more firm than we were used to. We had a wonderful time and we would do it again. You won’t regret coming to this property.
5.0
Great House!
Great house and property-we would, and will, return again in the future
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Russian River?
The average price for a rental in Russian River is $341 per night. This rental is $683 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious Modern Home - Pool, Views And Acres. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Spacious Modern Home - Pool, Views And Acres. Enjoy the water!
Is Spacious Modern Home - Pool, Views And Acres pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Spacious Modern Home - Pool, Views And Acres?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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