La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies

Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, table tennis, stereo
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Hair dryer

About this house rental

Nestled in Monte Rio, this attractive house for $491 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. La Rive Gauche is a charming family home nestled among the redwoods and overlooking the Russian River, but still near restaurants. This cozy and rustic home features warm rich colors, wood floors, woodstove and country charm. Two sliding glass doors from the living room open onto a sunny deck with river views. The deck features a 4-person hot tub, redwood furniture and a charcoal barbecue. A flight of stairs leads to a seasonal vegetable garden and fenced yard with outdoor furniture. From the yard, 40 steps lead down the riverbank to a seasonal deep-water dock and 3 kayaks (available mid-May through mid-September depending on river conditions). A great home for families in a quiet, residential neighborhood! With 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, this home comfortably sleeps 8 guests. On the main floor, you'll find a full bath and 3 bedrooms (1 King and 2 sets of Twins). On the second floor is a master suite and full bath with lovely river views. The well-equipped kitchen has a large refrigerator, granite countertops, garbage disposal, electric oven, gas cooktop, work island, plenty of counter space and a laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer. No dishwasher. Centrally located in Monte Rio, La Rive Gauche is within walking distance of many local attractions, including the Monte Rio public beach, Rio Theater, Bartlett's grocery, restaurants, bars, and shops. Jenner by the Sea, Northwood Golf Course, Armstrong Woods, and many Russian River wineries are just a short drive away. Explore the river by kayak, go fishing in the river, feed the ducks from the dock, or watch for river otters, turtles, ospreys, and herons. The garden is for guests to enjoy, so feel free to pick some blackberries for breakfast, or vegetables for dinner. Know Before You Book: Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at La Rive Gauche is 8. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time. Parking: There is off-street parking for 2 cars in a narrow driveway and carport. Two small cars (or one larger vehicle) can park directly in front of the house. Additional street parking is available on a first-come first-served basis around the corner from the house. RVs, trailers, and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance. Bed Sizes: Master bedroom: Queen bed; Second bedroom: King bed; Third bedroom: 2 Twin beds; Fourth Bedroom: 2 Twin beds. Heat Source: Central heating, woodstove (no firewood or kindling provided). Rec/Game Room: The game room is an unheated, uninsulated space. Temperature varies throughout the year. A/C: The house does not have air conditioning. Being near the coast, the nighttime temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house. Pet Policy: La Rive Gauche no longer allows dogs. Game Room: The air hockey table is no longer at the house, but there is a ping-pong table! Docks and beaches are seasonal only and available from mid-May to mid-September at La Rive Gauche. The home is located below the summer dams and is not impacted by their installation and removal. Kayaks at this home are available starting mid-May to mid-September only and will be on the dock for you. The river is usually too swift for boating in the winter and many docks and beaches are under water until late spring. Standard amenities not included: The kitchen does not have a dishwasher. Sonoma County TOT #: 2116 Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit #: ZPE11-0187

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
Garden

Map of Monte Rio, CA

Reviews

4.5/5.0
Excellent(14 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2023
The entire family enjoyed the lovely river setting and cozy house!
5.0
Jul 2023
The house was very nice for 6 adults. It was very clean and had all the amenities. The private dock, kayaks and floaty toys were a huge plus. As was the very nice hot tub! We were on the river every day. The garden provide some yummy veggies for cooking. The only very slight improvement that could have been made is the sitting areas in the back of the house. Lots of overgrown weeds and thistles made it hard to use. But the outside deck had plenty of sitting area.
5.0
Dec 2022
Our family, including 2 young kids and their grandparents, had a very comfortable stay. We loved the holiday decor (a decorated Christmas tree!), the hot tub overlooking the River, and the proximity to Monte Rio shops and Guerneville. The home was warm, had everything we needed in the kitchen, and felt safe with our small children. We hope to return in the summer so we can enjoy the kayaks and dock!
5.0
Aug 2022
Great house to stay with family. Having four separate bedrooms is really nice. Nice open living area and kitchen area. Outside deck and hot tub are nice. There is a garden to get vegetables from. Direct access to the river, two single kayaks and one double kayak were great. We kayaked a lot this trip. It is an uncrowded part of the river and it is very peaceful. There’s a nice restaurant A couple minute walk from the house which was a nice bonus.
5.0
May 2022
Great river side get away with privacy and a quaint atmosphere.
5.0
May 2022
Family retreat
Family retreat
Great river side get away with privacy and a quaint atmosphere.
3.0
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May 2019
We picked this place because it had a dock leading to the river and was fenced in for dogs and had a play room for our teen kids. We booked 3 nights in April. Before finalizing the reservations, I was notified that because of the recent rains, the dock was inaccessible. I understood...that was fine. When we got there and surveyed the area, we found the backyard almost totally inaccessible. There were no lawn chairs/umbrella laid out, no vegetable garden, no FENCE, only posts remained. There was a note taped to the downstairs playroom asking us not to enter and that everything was destroyed in the flood. The entire backyard was dried mud. I understand that weather is out of our control, but what was frustrating was that none of this (except for the dock) was revealed to us beforehand. If we had known the condition, we would not have rented this place. We emailed Russian River Vacation Homes the next day at noon and notified them that we would not stay the 3rd night given the condition and asked for a refund. They did not respond until we phoned them before close of business and they agreed that they would refund us for the 3rd night plus $99 for fees and compensation. We felt that they should have compensated more since the photos were misleading and not as advertised. The inside of the house was accurate and that was it. This place is not fenced for dogs...the front gate did not even close and the backyard had no fence. My dog ran 2 houses down before we caught her. I've been renting from VRBO for over 10 years and this was the worse simply because it was false advertising. This place should have been closed for repairs after the flood. It should not have been available to rent in order to be accurate to the photos.
5.0
May 2019
The ladies in my family have been coming to the Russian River for our “Girls Weekend” for over 20 years, and this spot got rave reviews from all of us! The house is on a beautiful spot on the river, it’s accessible for all ages, and so adorable. The kitchen had everything we needed, the remodeled bathroom downstairs is like a SPA, and the back deck with the ideal spot for sunning and soaking! Oh! And EVERYONE slept like babies in the beds. But above all, the customer service with the owner and Russian River Rentals was phenomenal! We had a beautiful welcome gift and the rental company was so beyond helpful and communicative and easy to work with. Can’t recommend it enough!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Monte Rio?

The average price for a rental in Monte Rio is $215 per night. This rental is $276 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at La Rive Gauche ~ Relax on River, Views and Garden + Wine and Cookies?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, balcony / patio, hot tub / spa, and garden.

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