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As featured on CBS's Staycation! Luxury Retreat Overlooking Sonoma Valley

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Glen Ellen, CA
  • Sonoma Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Glen Ellen

In Glen Ellen .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Glen Ellen vacation home, you'll find B.R. Cohn Winery and Valley of the Moon Winery & Vineyards. Sonoma Valley Regional Park and Imagery Estate Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sonoma Golf Club - 14 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Jack London State Historic Park - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 19 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 21 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Buena Vista Winery - 25 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 39 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Molino Central - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cielito Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Baker and Cook - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

As featured on CBS's Staycation! Luxury Retreat Overlooking Sonoma Valley

Enjoy breathtaking wine country views and sunsets from this peaceful hillside retreat. A stand-out feature is the four spacious primary suites, well-separated from each other to offer privacy and comfort for all our guests. This makes the house ideal for four couples or extended family gatherings.

A vast deck off the chef's kitchen offers swimming, lounging, grilling, dining, sunset views and star-gazing around the fire pit.

And there’s a choice of three locations for elegant dining and four locations for cocktail hour: the indoor dining/ living area, the pool/spa deck, the covered porch (all of these with sunset views), or under the olive trees.

Cavedale Ridge overlooks Sonoma Valley with the wineries and restaurants of historic Sonoma, Glen Ellen and Kenwood only a 20 minute drive away. Napa Valley is a 45 minute drive over the mountain.

YEAR ROUND VACATION
Cavedale Ridge is idyllic at any time of year. In the Summer, the pool (heated from Memorial Day weekend through September), spa (year-round) and deck are the focus of activity. During Fall and Spring, the folding doors between the kitchen and deck create an indoor/outdoor living space that you can flex according to the weather. They also give quick access to the outdoor spa. Even in the Winter, its light-filled contemporary interiors with panoramic views through picture windows make this an uplifting and warm retreat. At night, year round, the firepit comes into its own. There are three internet-enabled TVs and Starlink wifi with speeds of over 60Mbps.

LAYOUT
In the main house, as you enter, there is a Chef’s kitchen, open-plan dining and living room (leading onto the pool/spa deck), and one Primary Suite. This can be made up as King or as Twins. Upstairs is another Primary Suite (King).
Stairs lead down to a large covered porch off which are third Primary Suite (King), the Office, and a separate Guest House. This has its own private living area (with fire place), wet bar and the fourth Primary Suite (King).

WINE-TASTING, YOGA AND MASSAGE
We can recommend local private chefs, wine drivers and visiting yoga, reiki and massage services.

A/C AND HEATING
The Main House enjoys under-floor heating throughout, with in-room air-conditioning in the bedrooms only. In the Guest House there is central air-conditioning and heating. The Sunset Suite and office have underfloor heating and air-conditioning.

NEED TO KNOW
There are security cameras covering the parking area.
This is a rural location with a steep, narrow and windy access road. Particularly nervous drivers are discouraged. No parties are allowed on the property but guests are rewarded with serenity, luxury and a real escape!

NEARBY AIRPORTS
The closest airport is Santa Rosa (STS), about 45 minutes' drive away with nonstop service from several airports in the LA area plus Phoenix, Dallas, San Diego, Portland, Seattle and Las Vegas. Other airports within 2 hours are San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK) and Sacramento (SMF).

Property manager

Norman Brown

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off a/c in the Garden Suite and the Sky Suite.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House may be unsuitable for very young children

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 and a first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number LIC24-1025

Property is also known as

House
Contemporary Wine Country Retreat
Secluded Luxury Wine Country Retreat
Luxury Hillside Retreat with Amazing Views Pool
Secluded Luxury 10 Acres With Pool Amazing Views
Luxury Hillside Retreat with Amazing Views & Pool Glen Ellen

As featured on CBS's Staycation! Luxury Retreat Overlooking Sonoma Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Sonoma Mountain Retreat

The house was phenomenal and we truly enjoyed our stay. The bedrooms all have large beds and bathrooms and are separate which provided nice privacy. The hot tub, common areas, and view were all amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property with beautiful views!!!

Our group of 6 absolutely loved this property! From the spacious bedroom suites, to the spacious kitchen, to the pool and hot tub. Then, there was the firepit that was used every day. You will find so much to love!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not As Advertised

My family booked this property for a week starting Dec 8. Four days before our trip, the host (who is based in London) notified us that the main road to the house was closed due to a mudslide and that this would only add "13 extra minutes to Glen Ellen and 20 extra minutes to Sonoma." This information was inaccurate as it actually takes over 40 min just to get from the house to the main road alone and the road is extremely curvy and steep. The host said he had just found out about the road closure when he told us on December 3, which makes the review dated December 8 confusing. Public records show the mudslide took place on Nov 22, so why did the host not inform us of the road issue if his other guests had known about this? We planned our stay based on the host's description of the house, being 20 minutes from nearby restaurants and wineries. Due to the length of time and extreme difficulty getting to and from the home, requiring a drive up and then back down the mountain, on a single lane road, we had no choice but to find a different home for our vacation. Had the host been transparent and honest with us, we would never have made a final payment, nor would we have wasted 2 days of our vacation finding and moving to a new property that was actually 20 minutes from town. The host eventually reimbursed us for 57% of our stay but only after we contacted VRBO and initiated a dispute. This house has nice views, but the host is difficult to work with, the house is isolated
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mountaintop Villa

We had an awesome stay at Cavedale Villa. The view was spectacular. The road to get there is not for the faint of heart, especially since the main road was closed due to a recent mudslide, but that just added to the “adventure”. The location gave us good access to both Sonoma and Napa, although it took us about 40 minutes to get to either side due to the redirection from the mudslide. The Villa had been updated and was in good shape. The four separate master suites worked well for our group of 8. If you are looking for beautiful views and isolation, I recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

The photos do not come near adequately showing just how special this place is. We had a group of 4 couples and the layout was perfect. While we had wine tastings scheduled daily, the highlight was returning to the house each afternoon to watch the sunset. Perfect location and perfect house for large groups. Hope to enjoy again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krissy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

November Stay

Great place with all amenities. The house was spacious and the views are spectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sonoma and Napa wine tasting

This property is amazing! It is well appointed, very spacious and the views are incredible. Anything our group of 5 adults needed was at our fingertips. The property manger was easily available to answer our questions. We were initially nervous with the road to the house, however we very quickly adjusted and enjoyed the ride. We highly recommend this property and want to go back again. Thank you, Paulette, Rick, Sharon, Nadine and Gary
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and Napa

Outstanding house with private ensuites. great balance of togetherness but with privacy of you own rooms. Drive up and down the m,ountain was intense and if afraid of heights or narrow roads yoou may want to rethink. If no fears the views and property was outstanding!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellene V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cavedale

Perfect layout for 4 couples. Each bedroom has its own en suite bath - which was lovely. Although the driveway was long and narrow - the views were spectacular and worth it. PJ was a great property manager. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Glen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular views

Beautiful house. Treacherous drive up. The views are spectacular. Very well-appointed home. Every amenity you could want. Perfect for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Friend Vaca

I can't say enough about this beautiful home. We had 4 couples and plenty of space for all of us. The kitchen and bedrooms had everything that we could have possibly needed even with the chef that came in to cook us a meal. The views were spectacular and we really enjoyed sitting by the fire or hot tub enjoying them. I hope to be back again to enjoy more wineries.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H., Fremont, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

3rd time back, Magical as always!

Our 3rd time at the property and still left in awe of this amazing home and team that supports its renters. We won the rain/storm lottery this year but it was actualy awesome to be on site safe and sound watching the clouds and weather roll up the valley sitting in front of the fireplace indoors and outside at the most amazing fire pit in the world during breaks in the weather. The hot tub was perfect! The new additions opening up downstairs for a 2nd master suite were really appreciated! Internet was fast as in previous stays for streaming and meetings. PJ who is the nearby white glove service contact is a great and fast communicator and even made extra trips to receive some late mail order food that was delivered to the property to make sure it wasn’t returned. Thanks PJ again! We had a chef come in this time and they and we are still very appreciative of all the gourmet kitchen has to offer— nice glassware, decanter, restaurant quality kitchen equipment— and stovetops, fridge space and a wine/champagne chiller to let anyone shine. The fire pit is the crown jewel of the property— you have to spend a few hours out there unplugging from everything and you’ll know what I’m talking about! The whole home and property held up during the rain, we all felt comfy and secure during the 5” of rain we got. The road is great after its repaving a couple years ago. All in all 5 stars for the property and crew and service-- We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and Enjoyable secluded in the hills

Amazing trip away from the city! The drive up the hill is best during the day.. it bit scratchy at times, but that was because we have 6 people in a large SUV.. cars are no problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Hideaway

The view is amazing, the property is well-kept, and the and the host/manager interactions were very professional. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning!

Top notch accommodations with stunning views! Highly recommend dinner at home by Isa and Sonoma Yoga for private class on pool deck- a perfect way to start the day!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing

This home is gorgeous and the house manager PJ is FANTASTIC to work with. They even had a bottle of wine for us! I can’t recommend this home enough!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H., Fremont, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay at Cavedale Ridge!

From the great communication before and onsite with PJ, to the flexibility for us adding more days, and of course the property itself it was a magical trip for us. We are very appreciative of the newly surfaced road and the remodeling and upgrades since our last stay. Its the best firepit in the world, and the hot tub was wonderful in the cold weather. We were able to host a private chef in the completely outfitted gourmet kitchen again, and if you stay we highly recommend hiring Isa Jacoby- we got another world class Charcuterie and veggie cheese Board and she even made treats for the kiddos. Everything was in great working order and the internet was solid like it was last visit. We're excited about the next remodeling plans PJ shared with us as well and can’t wait for our next visit. We miss those sunrises and sunsets and that view already.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleni Nitsa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home and hosts

Beautiful property and the host and caretaker couldn't be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend!

Had a great time and everything about the property was amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like family

A group of seven colleagues met up here and cook, ate, drank and relaxed for a long weekend. It is absolutely serene. So many different sitting areas and views to enjoy. The road is absolutely not an issue. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

dennis c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property well eauipped

Fantastic trip
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Property

This is our fourth time staying in Norman's lovely home. The view, the service, the pool, the kitchen - all perfect for our trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Home

This home had views that did not disappoint! Just sitting outside by the amazing fire pit or swimming was the highlight of our trip. The home is very comfortable and easily accommodated 2 families. We would adventure during the day and stay in for dinner at night and it was one of our best trips to CA. Would highly recommend this property and would stay there again without hesitation. The property manager PJ was so helpful as well!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022