The Dry Creek Residence
Perks for the Parents
This modern rustic family home with views of Mount St. Helena, California is private and serene with a large outdoor deck and hot tub. It sleeps 6 + 2. With a fully equipped kitchen, family-sized dining area, plus 2 outdoor grills, dining is easy. The decor is modern yet comfortable, with a great giant bean bag in the living room that kids will love lounging on. Watch the sun set from the garden in Adirondack chairs surrounding the fire pit, or take a dip in the hot tub on the deck - this beautiful outdoor space has spectacular views of Dry Creek Valley from all angles, framed by the garden’s mature oak trees.
Why Kids Love it
There is ample room to roam throughout the property for kids of all ages, a lush lawn for little ones or family ball games, and screened-in porch for kids and adults alike to spend time outside yet in the shade. Older kids will love the hot tub and double outdoor showers for an easy, fun rinse. Plenty of toys and books for babies and toddlers are provided. A full size crib, high chair, changing table, baby bath, and diaper pail can be provided on request. There are minimal stairs in the house, and no need for gates.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 3 nights from May through October. The living room is sunk a couple of steps down from the dining room, and adults should keep watch of smaller children. Extreme caution should be taken to keep small children away from the wood-burning stoves and outdoor fire pit. The hot tub has a safety cover. WiFi, air conditioning, washer/dryer, private parking and housekeeping included. Babysitting/nanny provided upon request. Car rental is recommended and there is plenty of private parking space.
About the Location
Surrounded by expansive nature and outdoor play space, this Healdsburg family home is extremely private with access to pickable fruit trees and forest views. There are wineries within walking and biking distance, including Quivira winery, which has a pig and fancy chickens that will fascinate kids. Downtown Healdsburg's plaza is about 10 minutes from the house with restaurants, toy shops and gourmet markets. Santa Rosa airport (STS) is about 20 minutes south; San Francisco (SFO) is 1 hour and 40 minutes away.
Accommodation Details
This 3-bedroom home on over 16 acres includes an open-plan kitchen, family sized dining with farmhouse table seating 6, sunken living room, plus direct access to porch, dining patio, hot tub and 2 outdoor showers, and screened-in porch with wood-burning stove. There is a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and queensize bed, children's bedroom with a double bed and crib, and additional bedroom with California kingsize bed. Bathrooms include shower and bathtub. The outdoor dining patio is complete with 2 umbrellas and plenty of seating.
Style Notes
Modern rustic. White walls, wooden accents, exposed brick and modern style notes make this family home fresh and comfortable. The bright family dining room is the center of the home with sleek farmhouse table, antique chicken wire hutch, modern urchin pendant lamp and ghost dining chairs for a chic touch. The colors throughout the home are serene and calming, spotlighting the gorgeous rolling landscape. We love the large white sunroom with wood-burning fireplace and string lights, outdoor showers and wild lavender and succulent gardens.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
Healdsburg, Sonoma
Wine, Peanuts and picnic groves
Picture-perfect Healdsburg is one of the most beautiful small towns in northern California and the ideal place to base yourself for vineyard tours and Russian River exploration. Stroll around its 19th century plaza, sip wine in tasting rooms and enjoy the great outdoors. Family-focused wineries nearby entertain all ages with picnic areas, swimming pools and bocce ball courts. Beyond the wine, there is a Charles Schultz Museum in nearby Santa Rosa for big Peanuts fans, Safari West, and San Francisco is an easy hour's drive away.