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3 BR
3 BA
8 Guests
Stairs down to the creek and the hot tub - just steps from the house.Spectacular boulders and little waterfalls.Welcome to Buck Hollow!Hang out on the front porch under the Japanese maple and other trees.Step into the living room and dining area.With high ceilings and lots of light.An additional seating area opposite the kitchen.A great spot to work remotely.Back patio with outdoor dining and lounge chairs.Follow the trail to the bridge to the path to the creek.Look out over Ward Creek from the hot tub.Pristine Ward Creek flows seasonally.Outdoor dining with a view.Soak up some sun!With a wood-burning fireplace.And another dining/sitting area and steps out to the deck.Settle in for a movie.The dining area in the living room.Take a seat at the counter or start cooking!An open kitchen encourages fun and conversation.Ample room to cook up a storm.Where the food magic happens.Coffee station!Upstairs master suite with king bed.A king bed, seating area, and tree-filled views.Master suite seating area and built in window seat.View from the master suite deck.High ceilings and room to spread out.Spacious master bathroom with windowseat.Master bathroom with windowseat and double vanity.Custom tilework in the master bathroom.It's a murphy bed!Queen bedroom upstairs.Private deck off the upstairs bedroom.Charge up!The view from your deck.Upstairs full bathroom on the hallway.Upstairs bathroom on the hallway.Shower over tub in the bathroom.The laundry and utility room off the living room upstairs.The downstairs patio is fenced and dappled with sunlight.Downstairs suite living room.A small kitchen in the downstairs suite.Small but efficient!Close the curtains for privacy, or not!King bed in the downstairs suite.Downstairs bedroom and full bathroom.Full bathroom in the downstairs suite.Open floorplan downstairs.Entertainment station and electric fireplace downstairs.Shower off outside before or after the hot tub.No cold showers here!Part of the driveway and entry to the house.Enjoy the hot tub any time of day - it has a shade cover.Hike down to Ward Creek.Dip your toes!Scramble over the rocks and through the water.It's a great spot to watch for birds and other wildlife.It's just a little hike to the creek.Stairs from the back patio to the downstairs suite.Main Level Floor PlanLower Level Floor Plan
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Now available for shorter stays! Buck Hollow is your personal retreat in the hills of historic Cazadero! The crystal-clear waters of Ward Creek flow between massive boulders creating perfect spots to cool your toes or splash about! Follow the trails… You’ll enjoy views of the creek and towering trees throughout this acre+ property.

Outdoor dining, multiple patios and decks, a shade-graced hot tub, and outdoor shower keep your attention in the immediate space around the house, but inside is fantastic too!

Upstairs, the spacious master suite, second bedroom and full bathroom, kitchen, living room and additional seating/work area share high ceilings and views into the trees and out to the hot tub and patio. An open floorplan encourages conversation. Downstairs is a fully contained guest suite with a small kitchen and full bathroom. You can use the “ladder-stairs” between the two levels or walk outside. There are ample seating areas, window seats, and cozy spots to enjoy a book or settle with a glass of wine.

Families, Sonoma County explorers, and remote working folks will enjoy Buck Hollow! Adventure and relaxation are at your fingertips.

Know Before You Book:
Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Buck Hollow is 8 people. Quiet hours are from 9:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times.

Parking: There is parking for a maximum of 4 vehicles. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.

Pet Friendly: This home welcomes up to 2 well-mannered dogs. If you have more than 2 dogs or other types of pets, please contact us to see if exceptions can be made before reserving.

Security Cameras: For the safety of guests and the home, there are exterior security cameras for the front entry area.

Bed Sizes: Upstairs Master Bedroom: King bed; Upstairs Bedroom: Queen bed; Downstairs Suite: King bed. Downstairs Living Area: Queen Sofa Bed

Heat Source: Central heat and A/C and woodburning fireplace upstairs. Firewood and kindling are not provided, but you are welcome to use any left by prior guests. Electric fireplace and electric heat downstairs.

Work from Here: There are several working spaces at Buck Hollow and Xfinity broadband/wifi so you can comfortably work remotely.

Location: Buck Hollow is set on an acre+ parcel, but sound carries so we ask guests to be aware of noise – especially once quiet time starts at 10 pm. The road to the home is narrow and you may need to stop/pull over for oncoming traffic. There are deer and other wildlife on the roads and in the area. We recommend taking the road slowly.

Stairs: There are no stairs from the parking area to the front door or within the upper level of the house. There is a set of automated “ladder-stairs” between the upper and lower levels that you are welcome to use or there are stairs around the front and back of the house. The paths, stairs, and bridge to the creek are many and varied - please use caution.

Fencing: Most of the property is not fenced, but the yard closest to the lower unit is enclosed with gates at either side of the yard.

Seasonal Creek: The water level in Ward Creek varies seasonally. Some years we see deep spots to splash about in the summer and some years they are mostly dry. With heavy rainfall in the winter, it may not be safe to play in the creek. Please use caution.

Proximity to wineries: There are wine bars in Duncan’s Mills (8.2 mi) and Jenner (13 mi) and Fort Ross Tasting Room 12.6 miles from the house and oodles more within 20 miles.

Nearest River Beach: The Monte Rio Public Beach is 10 miles away.

Nearest Ocean Beach: The coastal beaches in Jenner are approx. 13 miles from the house.

Sonoma County TOT Number: 3159N
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit: TVR23-0053

Amenities

Facilities: 
  • Pets Allowed
  • Express Check-in
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Basic Supplies
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Central Heat
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Work Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Electric Heating
  • Electric Fireplace
Outdoors: 
  • Gas BBQ
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Direct Creek Access
  • View
Area: 
  • Creekfront
  • Walk to Creek Access
Kitchen And Dining: 
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Full Kitchen
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
Entertainment: 
  • Telephone
  • Internet Access
  • Television
  • Smart TV
Games And Recreation: 
  • Hot Tub

Availability

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Restful 3 nights

Reviewed on 2024-04-02 by Giselle Bergeron , Anchorage, Alaska USA
Overall
5

We used the upstairs section of the house and only went into the downstairs unit to turn off the porch lights, so my comments will reflect that. Check in was easy with a door combination given a week before arrival. The drive from the Santa Rosa airport was uneventful, with a stop at Safeway in Guerneville for food supplies. Good thing, too. Buck Hollow was so restful, we didn't want to get in the car and drive anywhere. There's a nice living room with an amazing Lego Titanic as artwork. Walking further into the house, we were met with windows. Lots of windows and skylights that brought in the late afternoon sun. Off to the left is the kitchen; to the right is a table and sitting area that faces the fireplace (we forgot to kindling at Safeway, so if you want to have a fire, remember that wood is provided, but not kindling.). This is one of the places where there are sliding glass doors to the outside. The windows give a stupendous view of the creek. There had been a storm the day before we arrived, which meant there was lots of water pounding through the rocks. The kitchen is nicely stocked and the dishware has personality rather than a generic white that is often found in vacation rentals. Moving down the hall, there is a small bedroom with a queen bed overlooking the creek. The view is awesome. Opposite the bedroom is a bathroom with a combo shower/jacuzzi tub (5 feet in length.) Further down the hallway you enter the master bedroom, which holds a king bed, built in shelving with drawers and holds a tv on top, along with a built-in couch and a stand alone chair. Because this room has two walls of windows and the other two walls are mirrors, it feels light and cheerful even on an extremely rainy day (which we had on our first full day there). The bed was comfortable and the attached bathroom is unique. On our second full day, the rain stopped overnight and we were able to use the hot tub which overlooks the creek. The sun was warm and especially nice for sun-starved Alaskans. Later we walked up the road and watched a field of sheep. The whole experience was pastoral, and so relaxing. The staff at River Homes were extremely responsive when I had questions about the heating system. I never did get the hang of changing the temperature, but that was okay because once the sun came out the house warmed up quickly with all the windows. (there are a bunch of skylights, too). Overall I'd give this house an 11/10. A big thanks to the owners and the vacation rental company. PS - Oh, did I mention rocks? The hot tub platform is actually built on a glacier erratic and there are little rock surprises inside the house in various places. Finding them brought a smile to face..

Manager's Response

Hello Giselle, Thank you for the glowing review of Buck Hollow!! We are thrilled you all enjoyed the home, the details, and the beautiful surroundings. We do our very best to ensure guests have an amazing stay and help in any way we can, before, during, or after! Thank you for being such fantastic guests, we would love to host you at any of our rental properties :)
-The Team at Russian River Vacation Homes

incredibly spacious

Reviewed on 2024-03-22 by Stuart
Overall
5

An incredibly spacious, comfortable home in a spectacular location. -via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Stuart, 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 :)

Weekend getaway

Reviewed on 2024-01-15 by Joe N
Overall
5

Have already recommended the property to friends. Wonderful stay and communicative hosts. -via Vrbo

Manager's Response

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

Very beautiful and relaxing

Reviewed on 2024-01-01 by Eric
Overall
5

Wonderful home and space. Very beautiful and relaxing. Loved the waterfall and outdoor space.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Eric, We are so glad you enjoyed the nature and surroundings at Buck Hollow! It is truly beautiful as you described, thank you for your review and for being wonderful guests :)

feels like a resort!

Reviewed on 2023-11-12 by Erin
Overall
5

Gorgeous location. Very private and feels like a resort! You can hop down into the creek from the backyard if you'd like, it is a truly wonderful property to explore. And very clean and comfortable inside- great for a large group like we were, cooking dinners and doing puzzles :) Master bedroom is palatial!! One thing we didn't realize is that the pullout bed is in the attached studio, not in the main house- so we had someone end up sleeping on the couch just for the level of privacy we expected (which was comfortable though!). So this place has a main floor with a grand master bedroom, a lovely second bedroom, and a huge living room- and beneath that, a studio unit that has an extra sofa bed.-via Airbnb

Manager's Response

Hello Erin, Thank you for your lovely review and for being our first guests at Buck Hollow!! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and the property itself, you all were a joy to host :)

Buck Hollow is your next perfect getaway!!!

Reviewed on 2023-03-08 by J Barnes , Walnut Creek, CA USA
Overall
5

We closed out the summer with a vacation at this breathtaking rental. This place feels carved out of a storybook - a stunning, spacious home amidst a dramatic backdrop of giant boulders & trees on a sparkling clear creek. This home checks all the boxes: Tons of natural light, spacious common areas & bedrooms, everything updated & modern, large kitchen is open & very well stocked, cozy fireplace, washer/dryer, super comfy furniture & beds, tons of outdoor seating on both front and back patios, BBQ, hot tub and a gorgeous outdoor shower!. Also, a studio bedroom on bottom level complete with full bath, kitchen and its own living area. We spent our time there with cherished friends - we created delicious meals in the incredible kitchen, enjoyed listening to the creek & hanging out on the patios soaking in nature, romped around the property trails with the pups, hit up the general store for any supplies (a must!!), devoured pizza & live music @ Raymond’s Bakery, even made the short drive out to the ocean to walk along the beach! We simply cannot wait to get back to Buck Hollow - five stars hands down!!

Manager's Response

Hello J, We are so glad to hear you all had such a fantastic time at Buck Hollow! We hope to host you again soon :)

Beautiful and Enchanting!

Reviewed on 2023-02-18 by Susannah Scheier , Oakland, CA United States
Overall
5

To say that staying at Buck Hollow is a magical experience would be an understatement. As soon as you make your way down the steep driveway, you feel as if you’ve entered a serene and enchanted space. The trees seem like they’re whispering to you and the air feels slightly different. The house is gorgeous: spotless and roomy. There is enough space to have a feeling of privacy but also just cozy enough to feel intimate. The separate studio downstairs is great for anyone wanting some extra privacy. The creek that runs through the property is perfect for warm summer days. Our kids (ages 7 and 9) were in heaven exploring and climbing the rocks and swimming in the several small dipping pools (but parental supervision is a must). Lounging in the hot tub or showering in the heated outdoor shower feels absolutely decadent and the patio is spacious and complete with a gas grill and shaded dining table. There is a semi hidden walking trail on the property that is great for some solo meditation or a romantic stroll. All in all, Buck Hollow is an amazing get away for anyone in need of the ultimate forest bathing experience.

Manager's Response

Hello Susannah, Thank you for the lovely review! Buck Hollow is quite wonderful and we are so glad you think so too! We welcome you back anytime :)

Charming property, a hidden gem!

Reviewed on 2022-11-06 by Florentina Buchholz , Palo Alto, CA USA
Overall
5

We were guests at the property over the summer and had a fantastic time: the house, the appliances and the barbeque, any utensils – everything you would wish for was available and in excellent condition. The luxurious home is tucked away on Ward Creek, which also crosses the plot. In early to mid-summer, the creek forms a small natural pool with refreshing cool water at the border of the property. Our children (11 and 15 years of age) had a great time wandering up and down through the creek. The outdoor shower has a tropical feel to it, cools you down on warm days, while outdoor meals on the backyard patio were fabulous. Sunsets and evenings are magical in the hot tub, especially enjoyable with a glass of excellent local, Russian River wine: Korbel, Gary Ferrell, Moshin, Porter Creek are 20-40 minutes’ drive. Trips to Russian River with many options to kayak/swim/enjoy beach days, as well as to the world famous wineries are a must. The Pacific Coast is a quick drive away and gives you numerous options to cool down or enjoy the fantastic oysters right off the boat. Do not miss out on local events like the Russian River Rodeo in Duncans Mills or the local music festivals in and around Guerneville. We will definitely come back!

Manager's Response

We are so glad your family enjoyed Buck Hollow! We love scrambling up and down the creek - when the water level is safe - too! Cali, the office dog, didn't want to leave either... Thank you for sharing a review with future guests and we hope to see you at the house sometime again!

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