City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Bernstein Institute and The Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. Seed Bank and AMF Petaluma Lanes are also within 2 miles (3 km).
The Petaluma Historical Library & Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Seed Bank - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Phoenix Theater - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Petaluma Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Santa Rosa Station - 26 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McNear's Saloon & Dining House - 14 min walk
Sax's Joint - 8 min walk
Wild Goat Bistro - 14 min walk
Paradise Sushi & Grill - 17 min walk
Aqus Cafe - 9 min walk
About this property
The Water Tower on 7th Street
A stunning guest house. Stay in a gorgeous example of Wine Country History. A beautiful 19th Century water tower flanking a historic Petaluma Victorian home - converted to contemporary boutique hotel style with stunning hand painted floors. Relax in the modern country kitchen/diner and ascend the spiral stairs to snooze under the stars in the loft bedroom with vaulted ceiling. Just 7 blocks and a 15 min leisurely walk to the historic Petaluma downtown PVL1-21-0040 The space The Tower is bright and light, with a calming and relaxing feel. Completely refurbished in 2020. The Tower is incredibly clean, all kitchen/bath items, linens, beds, sheets and towels are brand new, and great care is taken to ensure proper sanitation and thorough cleaning.
Once a Victorian farmhouse on the edge of Petaluma, the property was built in the 1890's, was home to a prominent early Petaluma family and in the 1990's was a fully operating bed and breakfast. Our loving restoration of the Tower respects its history with the modern luxury of a boutique hotel.
Just 7 blocks from downtown, all the great shops and amazing restaurants on Petaluma are just a short walk.
The bedroom: both roomy and cozy, accessed by a stunning iron spiral staircase, the loft style bedroom has a queen bed and vaulted ceiling. Lots of storage under the bed, and hooks on the wall for hanging your clothes. The space has a good relaxed vibe for a great nights sleep. Good to know: All bedding is professionally laundered offsite!
The kitchen and diner: has compact oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee/tea maker. Smart design means the foodie chef has everything they need.
Bathroom: features an antique roll-top, claw-foot bath (and shower of course). Local organic shower gel, bubble bath and shampoo provided.
An office away from home: the table in the kitchen can sit 4 and great to work at. WiFi is fiber, Tower has its own mesh router - expect 50-60 Mbps down, 70-90 Mbps up.
There is a TV in the bedroom, 28 inches HD with Netflix, Hulu & HBO Max.
Good to know: we now have aircon! Guest access You’ll head through your own access gate to the left side of the main house and use the keypad to enter the water tower.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 400 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Quiet after 10pm please
Please park on the street (not in the driveway) - lots of street parking available
No shoes in the bedroom (help keep our hand painted floor flawless)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
The stunning Water Tower Petaluma
The stunning Water Tower Apartment
The stunning Water Tower Apartment Petaluma
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Water Tower on 7th Street to the airport?
This apartment is 26.8 mi (33-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Water Tower on 7th Street have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
Does The Water Tower on 7th Street offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The Water Tower on 7th Street?
No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Parkwest Casino Sonoma (8-min drive) and Graton Resort and Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at The Water Tower on 7th Street?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at The Water Tower on 7th Street?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does The Water Tower on 7th Street have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does The Water Tower on 7th Street have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is The Water Tower on 7th Street to downtown Petaluma?
This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Petaluma.
The Water Tower on 7th Street Reviews
Reviews
6.8
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Kelly B.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Kelly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
Ali S.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
HOTBOX
Initially the check in and communication was good however upon entry the smell of the unit was nauseating but clean. The tower is an upstairs loft without proper A/C, the unit provided was poorly installed with a gaping hole of hot air and bugs coming into the space. If you like privacy, this is not the place as there were no coverings on the windows the bedroom faced. I was going to be in town 2 weeks for work and found out the first day that it would much shorter. I contacted them straight away to let them know my stay would be much shorter so they could advertise for tenants and asked them to comp me a portion of the unused visit. She asked me for confirmation of dates, which I provided and then I no longer could get in touch with anyone. In summary: hotter than is comfortable, smelly and poor communication. It is situated by a private pool that can be noisy at night. Pros: cute
Ali S.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Z H.
Jun 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Very nice place and nice walkable neighborhood, definitely enjoyed staying here, thank you!