Secluded Russian River retreat: nature & privacy in pastoral Duncans Mills. | House in Monte Rio

10.0 (40 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Duncans Mills House | Secluded Russian River retreat: nature & privacy in pastoral Duncans Mills.

2 Bedroom House in Duncans Mills, Monte Rio

NEWLY LISTED as of June 2024. This home offers complete privacy in a tranquil forest setting, surrounded by second-growth redwoods, ferns, and Japanese Maples from the west, east, and south. The lush grounds back into the Sonoma Land Trust's Freezeout Redwoods Watershed Preserve, nestled within the picturesque Sonoma Beach State Park. The architect-designed house boasts solid craftsmanship, picturesque views, and includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms over two levels. A new 2024 hot tub is adjacent to the downstairs bedroom, while a heated patio with BBQ on the upper deck overlooks the Russian River ravine and surrounding hillsides. This section of the Russian River is uniquely wild and undeveloped, frequently visited by foxes, deer, river otters, and seals swimming upstream from Jenner. The area is also an open aviary, home to egrets, herons, ducks, mallards, shorebirds, songbirds, and raptors like ospreys and occasionally bald eagles.
Beyond the property, guests can enjoy walking-distance river access and the popular Islands in the Sky trails for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking. The historic town of Duncans Mills is a scenic one-mile walk away, offering various local events and activities (https://duncansmillsvillage.com/events/). Nearby attractions include renowned wineries crafting Russian River Pinot Noirs, such as Fort Ross, Hartford Family Winery, Korbel, and Iron Horse. A few miles east leads guests to the Northwood Golf Course, designed by famous golf course designer Dr. Alister MacKenzie (known for Augusta National, Pasatiempo, and Cypress Point). Golf.com ranks it as the 30th best 9-hole course globally, and TravelAwaits.com places it as the 8th best public course in California. The majestic Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Preserve is a few miles further east, in Guerneville, which boasts massive first-growth Redwood stands. From the property, a seven-mile drive west leads to the mouth of the Russian River at Jenner and the dramatic beaches of West Sonoma County, featuring hiking trails and tidepools. Close to Jenner, the Kortum hiking trail leads to the famous Sunset Boulders, a blueschist rock formation believed to have been used by mammoths as a scratching post 40,000 years ago. Whether exploring West Sonoma and Duncans Mills or just relaxing with a book and a glass of wine, this location offers a perfect retreat.

Secluded Russian River retreat: nature & privacy in pastoral Duncans Mills is located in Duncans Mills. Secluded Russian River retreat: nature & privacy in pastoral Duncans Mills provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Secluded Russian River retreat: nature & privacy in pastoral Duncans Mills has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Duncans Mills has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Duncans Mills, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
Entertainment
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video games
General
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1234 sq ft (115 sq m)
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On the river
  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Stair gate
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Rebecca C.
Jul 9, 2025 11:59:23 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This home was absolutely lovely! It’s in such a beautiful, secluded area with fantastic scenery. The short mile or so walk down to the cute coffee shop is just what was needed to start our mornings. Stunning trees and greenery surround the property and tons of active birds and wildlife! My husband and I were lucky enough to be visited by foxes, raccoons, and a whole family of deer! The hosts were also fantastic, keeping in touch with us anytime we needed anything or if we had a snafu. We would absolutely love to stay at this property again. Perfect location, gorgeous trees, and so so quiet.
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