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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9288 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Monte Rio, CA

Sonoma Coast State Park5 min drive
Northwood Golf Club6 min drive
Johnson's Beach15 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)109 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

very good

Kelly M.

Feb 21, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Athenia

1 Queen Bed

Jezebel - downstairs front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lolita

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Ophelia

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!

Duncan House is a historic Inn from the 1880's adorned w/ art, antiques & spirits! Enjoy the elegant design w/ 18 foot ceilings, multiple sitting rooms, stunning kitchen & formal dining, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large deck, front porch & hot tub. Walking distance to historic Duncans Mills on the Russian River w/ many local shops, a General Store, the Blue Heron, Cape Fear, Sophie's Cellars, Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery, etc. Duncan House is where old magic & new memories have a cup of coffee. Pets OK!

Property manager

Karen Webb

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Your Private Dock with paddle board, kayaks and canoe (spring through fall)

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Stairs are step, so older children are fine.

Events

Events allowed

Perfect place for gatherings up to about 20 people

Pets

Pets allowed

I may allow some dogs, please ask.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You may smoke outside on the deck & front porch

Shoeless house and try to keep the outside lights off at night.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Perfect place for gatherings up to about 20 people

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cazadero

Located in Cazadero, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fort Ross State Historic Park and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Armstrong Redwoods State Park and Laguna de Santa Rosa. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Monte Rio, CA

What's nearby

Sonoma Coast State Park - 5 min drive
Northwood Golf Club - 6 min drive
Johnson's Beach - 15 min drive
Korbel Winery - 15 min drive
Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 27 min drive

Getting around

Santa Rosa Station - 42 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cafe Aquatica - ‬8 min drive
‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬10 min drive
‪Boho Manor - ‬6 min drive
‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬10 min drive
‪Coffee Bazaar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Duncans Mills historic beauty with vast valley views & hot tub - pets ok! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Russian River and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Sonoma Coast State Park. Rio Theatre and Northwood Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sacha E.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duncans Mills Gem

I have stayed at a lot of vacation rentals and the Duncan House exceeded expectations on every level. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with all necessities. All the beds were comfortable and cozy. The entire home from floor to ceiling is beautifully furnished and decorated. The grounds are immaculate. Every square inch of the property has been lovingly cared for. I look forward to coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

21 Feb 2024

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short stay

very good

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

10 Jan 2024

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Historic Beauty in the Russian River Valley

This house is amazing. The historic nature of the home made us think of all that has happened in this area and the people who have lived here. The house is so comfortable with many extras. Each bedroom and bath is beautifully appointed. They've really tried to think of everything a guest might need. We even got to enjoy breakfast while watching the cattle grazing in the meadow next door. Easy access to the shops and bakery at Duncan's Mills was a plus and also the short drive to the coast. We'd love to come again!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

5 Jan 2024

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Would Recommend

Great location, beautiful property, lots of unique details. The furniture, lamps and artwork are really fun to discover throughout your stay. The whole family really enjoyed our time at the house. Plenty of room for 8 people. Everyone slept great in the beds!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

8 Nov 2023

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Duncan's Mills is beautiful!

Local girls getaway. I had never even heard of Duncan's Mills and it is lovely. Beautiful in itself and close to beautiful things. The house was so much fun. Lovingly restored, super comfortable, aesthetically fantastic. Good instructions book, which is always super appreciated. We did have reason to call the owner once about hot water in one of the bathrooms and she couldn't have responded any quicker. It wouldn't have been a big deal as there are two bathrooms, but one of our guests had recent knee surgery and was trying to avoid stairs. All in all, it really is a fun place to stay. Not everyday you get to live in a true and beautiful victorian.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

1 Oct 2023

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Historic property in great location

This historic home is in a wonderful location to access both the Russian River Valley and the coast. Walk to charming Duncan Mills or a short drive to Guerneville or Jenner.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R., San Francisco

25 Sept 2023

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Perfect place for a getaway

This place is fantastic! We stayed a weekend with 3 couples and 3 kids. The house is so beautiful and well appointed. Hot tub was clean. Beds were comfy. So easy to walk into Duncans Mills for a glass of wine. We will certainly return for a getaway weekend with friends. Thank you Karen!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

19 July 2023

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Perfect house for a family

The Duncan House could not have been more perfect for our family. The location is great, and is just a short walk to the cute village of Duncans Mills. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need (and about 6 ways to make coffee!). The beds are extremely comfortable and the bathrooms are roomy. We enjoyed the outdoors and spent most of our time on the deck. In fact, we ended up just staying at the house most of the time rather than venturing out. An added plus was hearing the great music being played at the rodeo grounds.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maya L.

9 June 2023

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Wonderful & Unique

This is a truly exceptional, historic place to stay. Each room is special with art and antiques. The grounds and views are stunning. Extremely well stocked kitchen with all the items you need for making home cooked meals. Can't recommend highly enough.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

7 June 2023

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One of a Kind home!

Great interiors, historic layout, beautiful scene.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

24 May 2023

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Duncan’s Mills 30th birthday

We will definitely stay here again. Really great location and a lovely place with a well equipped kitchen.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia H.

3 Jan 2023

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Lovely Stay

Beautiful Historic Inn. We had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

29 Dec 2022

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Brief change of venue that worked well

I booked this so we (2 adults, a 21 year old, and 14) could get near the coast - even in the winter- from living near Sacramento. We could bring our dog which was important to us. Plenty of bedroom and sitting space, good kitchen , hot tub and a lot of character made this a great place. Yes , as other reviews state, Internet is weak, so not a heavy work from home, or stream place or a place to watch live TV- it won’t happen. If you need that , don't book here. House floors are cold so bring house slippers. Rooms have good hvac systems. It’s over 150 years old and better than many places 30 years old. Upper master is quant and great with many amenities. if your under 5’10, you will love it. I am 6’4” so I struggled in bathroom and hit my head a few times walking around. I like having a bathroom suite so I chose that over headroom :). Town is nice. Great little country store. Went to goat beach which was amazing. We will return.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

28 Nov 2022

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Historic home

Historic home with plenty of indoor and outdoor space near a quaint town. Enjoyed the place

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie U.

26 Nov 2022

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Best location for our Friendsgiving

We loved everything about out 3-night stay in this lovely, historic Duncans Mills home! We hiked, we kayaked, we explored the Russian River roadways, and the charming shopping village. This 1880's home was the perfect spot for our two families (with teen boys): wi-fi worked great, kitchen was beyond well-appointed, and the parlor room was perfect for playing card games in front of a fire. We'll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY S., San Francisco

6 Sept 2022

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Quiet retreat, great for mixed groups and pets

Stayed here with friends, their children and a set of dogs...it was perfect. Quiet house, lots of land and set back from the street. We all had places to be alone and also enjoyed the welcoming communal areas, especially the kitchen. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

15 Aug 2022

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Love this place

We’ve stayed here two years in a row and hope to come back again and again. The owner, Karen, is very friendly and helpful, and the house itself is uniquely beautiful and had everything we needed for our week long stay. Within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of duncan mills and just a few minutes from jenner, occidental, northwood golf course, the river… our family loves this place.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B., San Francisco

21 July 2022

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What a gorgeous place

We had a weekend away with girlfriends in Duncans Mills - the house was perfect. Everything about it felt inviting, the hot tub was a nice touch for the afternoon, the kitchen was well stocked, the location was secluded and yet close to things. Loved waking up to the sound of cows!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P., San Francisco

17 July 2022

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Charming, wonderful stay!

Incredibly charming house. Meticulously decorated in an antique style, well stocked kitchen (eg hand beater for baking, good knives, baking sheets, etc), beautiful bedrooms & bathrooms, good seating area for conversation & games. It’s a <5 min walk to the adorable, tiny town of Duncan Mills. Do bring warm clothes — the house is very chilly at night! Really lovely stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor M.

6 May 2022

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Lovely retreat!

The home was lovely, it was everything that was described. The location of the home to the beach was perfect. It was lovely to walk to the store locations and restaurants, we had so much fun enjoying what they had to offer. I would highly recommend this home if you want to shut down and disconnect and reconnect with yourself, your family or friends. It was so nice to shut off the phones, iPads and computers. Play games, just sit around and talk and enjoy each other's company. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosie K.

22 Apr 2022

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Beautiful and Special Home near the river

My friends and I had such a wonderful stay at the Inn. There were 7 of us total and we were very comfortable in the spacious and gorgeous home. We loved the unique and vintage design of the home. From the hot-tub to the piano, we enjoyed all the amenities. The inn is walking distance to a restaurant, bar and a few other fun businesses. We spent Saturday a short drive away on the river in Guerneville. We stayed in Saturday night because the house was so fun we didn't want to leave!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

7 Mar 2022

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Spring escape

Historic house with charm Perfect for friends to cook hike and visit

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Laura & Kent C.

27 Dec 2021

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Christmas Trip 2021

The home is charming, well-appointed and well equipped for a several days stay. We were very disappointed by the fact there was no cell phone coverage at the property, and the wi-fi at the home was virtually nonexistent. There was a tv at the house however it could only be used by streaming. Because of the poor internet quality, it might as well of been absent as an amenity. The master bedroom had no closet or rack to hang clothes, also no window coverings, hence the light shone in the bedroom all night long! We stayed during the week of Christmas, we wanted to catch up on sleep and relax with a few Christmas movies, we noticed that 5G was able in this location, but not at Duncan House! Had the host/owner disclosed the lack of phone coverage and pathetic internet situation, we most definitely would not have spent our Christmas 2021 at the Duncan House.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Nov 2021

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Beautiful spot for a family getaway

This is a lovingly restored old house full of beautiful antique furniture. The kitchen and bathrooms are modern and well equipped. The house is set back from the highway and very quiet, but only a short walk into town. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evan S., San Francisco

11 Sept 2021

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Perfectly perfect.

We k ew instantly that Duncan House is special- to feel a part of such a perfectly balanced historic moment. The houses history, with the amazing antiques, artwork, views, town, forest, river, coupled with such kind and considerate hosting. Add in the stillness of evening fog, cows, killer kitty, and an evening glowing soak and history was made for us all. Each room has its own epic. Just beautiful in every way. If west Sonoma means anything to you, you can’t not spend some time here. It’s required :)

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Karen Webb

Real Estate Broker/Attorney/Entrepreneur with 2 grown daughters. Lover of nature, travel and animals. Purveyor of all things-

Why they chose this property

This house is where old magic and new memories have a cup of coffee. Unique and memorable.

What makes this property unique

A one of kind house with history and charm, located in arguably the best kept secret on the Russian River, historic Duncans Mills. Close to Jenner, Guerneville, the Pacific Ocean, Hwy 1, Armstrong Woods, and more. Plus walking distance to Willowcreek Preserve with miles of hiking trails, the Russian River, and the adorable town of Duncans Mills. Perfect location to explore this beautiful section of the north coast.