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Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 14697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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St Helena, CA
  • Rutherford Hill Winery
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • V. Sattui Winery
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Opus One Winery
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Napa, CA (APC-Napa Valley)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 7 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Bathroom 11

Bathroom 12

Bathroom 13

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley

Located in St. Helena, in an exclusive gated enclave rests a truly magnificent estate on a rare 70 acre property with uninterrupted 360 degree views of mountain ranges, vineyards, and a perpetual blue sky. With 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, a theatre, wine room, game room, and separate family and formal living rooms, every room in the house has access to extraordinary views and/or access to the breathtaking exterior living space. See more info at HillHouseNapa. Inquire about our 30 day minimum.
1. Maximum Occupancy: The maximum number of overnight guests is limited to 14 persons.
2. Booking Rules: Guest agrees to abide by the Booking Rules attached as Exhibit A at all times while at the property and shall cause all members of the booking party and anyone else Guest permits on the property to abide by the following rules at all times while at the property.

3. Access: Guest shall allow Homeowner and Homeowner’s agents access to the property for purposes of repair, inspection and marketing purposes. Homeowner shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner.

4. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation or early departure does not warrant any refund of booking fees or deposit, unless Guest has purchased additional travel insurance, and in that event, Guest may apply for a refund with the travel insurance agency. Homeowner may cancel reservations prior to 30 days of guest arrival time, due to circumstances causing the property to become unavailable with a full refund to Guest, to be processed immediately after notification of cancellation. In the event there's a storm, a lockdown, or other natural event that prohibits getting out of the area you live in or you cannot get access to our area, we will rebook you at a different time or give a full refund.


5. Insurance: We encourage all guests to purchase traveler interruption insurance. No refunds will be given due to circumstances where Guest needs to cancel.


6. By my acceptance of this booking, I agree that all booking monies are non-refundable per cancellation policy above. I have read my rights to purchase travel insurance.

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Exhibit A

BOOKING RULES

1. Smoking is NOT allowed on the property.
2. Firearms are not allowed on the property at any time.
3. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person on the property is the sole responsibility of Guest and Guest must notify Homeowner for approval prior to allowing access.
4. The Homeowner is not responsible and all Guests agree to fully indemnify Homeowner for any damage, accidents, injuries or illness that occur while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm or damage arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.

5. Guests agree to keep the property and all furnishings in good working order.
6. Security Deposit: Security deposit of up to $5,000 or guest must purchase security deposit insurance prior to arrival.
7. Guests shall only use appliances for their intended uses.
8. Guests agree to keep all interior and exterior furnishings in the same physical location as they were upon check in.
9. No furniture should be brought onto the property.
10. No heating lamps are allowed onto the property.
11. Only flameless candles can be used at the Estate.
12. Pets are NOT allowed.
13. Events: No events or parties are allowed at the property unless a separate agreement is signed for the specific event or party.
14. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. For an additional fee, Homeowner can arrange cleaning services for daily or weekly service. Additional charges may apply, if applicable.
15. Spa & Pool: No children are permitted in the pool and/or spa without adult supervision. When using the pool and/or spa, there are health and safety risks associated with this facility. Diving in the pool is expressly prohibited, given the depth and multiple platforms and elevations within the custom designed pool. Guests agree to fully indemnify Homeowner for any risks associated with attendant use of pool and spa facilities.
16. Spa & Pool heater: The Spa heater is available for activation at no charge and can be heated to 104 degrees. The pool temperature can be heated for a fee and can be heated to reasonable industry standards at an average of 80 degrees as long as the weather isn’t extreme. Please inquire with Homeowner regarding the time of year for your visit.
Should you wish to have use of the pool heater, an additional propane surcharge of $250/ day will apply and applied to your booking agreement.
17. Driving and Walking on Premises: Guests acknowledge that this is an exclusive mountaintop property and as such, care needs to be exercised when walking and driving to and from the premises. Guests agree to exercise caution when accessing the property and agree to fully indemnify for any accidents, loss or casualty that may occur as a result of such use by Guest.
18. Interior Fireplaces: The fireplaces are vented propane gas fireplaces. Caution should be used and fireplaces should be turned off when not in use, or when Guest is not present in the room.
19. Exterior Fire tables: The fire tables should be turned off when guest is not present.
20. Outdoor BBQ Grill: The outdoor grill must be turned off while not in use.
21. Doors and Windows: Please keep all doors and windows closed when not in use. This is a Mountain Top property and can experience unexpected strong winds. To lock doors, make sure the left door is locked first. To lock the doors, close door, lift handle up, and lock to the left (counterclockwise). To unlock, unlock lock to the right (clockwise). If these directions are not followed exactly, the doors can break. It costs $350.00 per door to fix this break.
22. Water and Septic: The property is on a well and septic systems. The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper material is flushed. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. The water system is fully filtered and on a well. California is currently experiencing historic drought conditions. PLEASE CONSERVE WATER WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

23. In the event of inclement weather, Guests agree to secure all windows and doors in locking position to prevent damage from wind, rain, hail or snow and assume full responsibility for any loss that may occur due to negligence in this regard.

Property manager

Monica Lax
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Helena

Located in St. Helena, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Maxville Winery and Quintessa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Napa River Ecological Reserve and Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Folie a Deux and Napa Valley Balloons. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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St Helena, CA

What's nearby

  • Rutherford Hill Winery - 24 min drive - 18.1 km
  • V. Sattui Winery - 28 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Opus One Winery - 30 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Robert Mondavi Winery - 31 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Silver Oak Napa Valley Winery - 34 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtle Rock Bar & Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paraduxx - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Silver Oak Cellars - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Lede Vineyards - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Auberge du Soleil, an Auberge Resort - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Mountaintop Estate in Napa Valley located?

This family-friendly St. Helena villa is located in the mountains, 6 mi (9.7 km) from Maxville Winery, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Berryessa and Quintessa. Rutherford Hill Winery and Mumm Napa are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This property is truly stunning! The pictures don’t do it justice. The view is breathtaking. Monica and Ivan were great to work with. We had a fantastic time and wished we could stay longer. The drive up there is not easy but well worth it. Definitely hire Patrick the chef to do a dinner for you. He and his staff were so fun and the food was amazing. We would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally awesome!
Three generations enjoyed the remoteness, quiet, views, birds, sunrises, sunsets, pool, spa and game room. Separate wings and six bedrooms provided respite and privacy. It could not be better nor improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We had the best time staying here. Plenty of room to spread out and the kids loved the movie room. Can't say enough great things about this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous, private property
We loved staying here so much none of us wanted to leave. The grounds are stunning, as is the house. Kitchen has everything you need, comfortable beds, incredible pool and jacuzzi. The VIEWS! The only thing is that it is a pretty windy and remote road to get up here so just be prepared. After doing it once it wasn't so bad but the first time was just a bit of a surprise. Honestly though, worth it for the totally private feeling property. No neighbors in sight, just natural beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!!
Incredible property—the photos don’t do it justice. The property owner is great to work with, as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow.
Hard to believe but the pictures don’t do the property justice. The views are incredible. Beautiful and varied outdoor areas, well appointed and vast indoor spaces. 10 people with us and we had far more than enough space. It’s a long (and winding) drive to get there so need to plan days around it, but 100% worth the effort to get there. Highly recommend having Chef Patrick cook for your group - did two dinners (one formal one informal) and 3 breakfasts for us - excellent food and let’s you take full advantage of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wine trip
Wonderful property. Very few issues, but very efficiently addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
I was celebrating my 60th (!) birthday with my adult children and could not have picked a more perfect spot! The home is spectacular, with views literally for miles and luxury amenities. Our family of seven wanted mostly to spend time together enjoying meals (and drinking wine) so this was ideal, with plenty of space to spread out and relax, enjoying the pool, hot tub, bocce and other games, theater room... We did visit four wineries and eat out several times (Mustard's, Press, Auberge du Soleil) and Monica provided a comprehensive list of services, restaurants, and general info which was super helpful. She was great about checking in periodically, and the caretaker was wonderful at check in and responsive if we ever had a question about anything. We tool advantage of a private chef and also did our own cooking one night. I highly recommend having the house stocked with groceries and hiring drivers for your entire stay. The spot is very remote and the climb up the mountain from the main road not for the faint of heart. It's not a good choice if you plan on heading out a lot to do heavy sightseeing, wine tours and restaurants daily. But if like us, you plan on heading out for a portion of every day but want to enjoy the group you are with in privacy and luxury, you could not pick a more perfect spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful estate with breathtaking views
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison H., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th bday celebration
Beautiful home with so much space- the pictures don’t do it justice. Views are phenomenal. Monica is attentive and responds quickly to all communication. Ivan, the house manager, is the same way. I highly recommend this property!!! Worth every penny.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Napa Family Vacation
Spectacular home. Located at top of mountain. A very spacious and comfortable home which accommodated our whole family of 10. Fantastic kitchen and pool with the most incredible views of Napa. This home is a must. Just know that winding narrow roads for vehicles. Suggest smaller vehicles and no evening driving as dark roads.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House
This house is beautiful and fully stocked. It’s up in the hills and 30min from town. Once you get to the top it has beautiful views. We did find it a bit windy at the house but that didn’t stop everyone from enjoying the pool. You do have to pay a extra charge to heat the pool. We really enjoyed having all of the family stay together at such a beautiful location. Very relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible week stay
I just checked out from an incredible stay in Monica’s home. The home was not only immaculate but warm and inviting and perfect for a large group. The doors open up into an easy flowing kitchen, pool, and outdoor dining space. We spent majority of our time outside enjoying the views that were exceptional. The fire pits were perfect for at night when it gets chilly along with the spa. The kitchen is fully equipped for meals. This is by far the best house I’ve stayed in and will absolutely be back. The only thing to mention is the drive up the mountain is a good 15 minutes and 30 minutes to town. We had quite a few people getting car sick so be aware when booking. Otherwise there isn’t a single negative I can think of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

aimie f., Venice, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible house. The pictures don’t do it justice
We came here for a friends birthday for wine tasting, great food and laughs and the house made the trip even more unforgettable. Stunning views, high ceilings, great rooms with comfortable beds, incredible chef’s kitchen. This was perfection. Already trying to come up with another reason to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monica's estate is fantastic!
We rented Monica's estate for a small retreat with clients and had a fantastic time. The home and views are beautiful. Monica and Ivan made the check-in/out process extremely smooth and checked in a few times to make sure we had everything we needed. The highlight of the trip was the private dinner with Chef Patrick at the house. Couldn't recommend enough! Garrett
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Love the remote location with 100% wifi - pool is stunning. Chef Patrick was awesome. I would recommend planning accordingly to spend good time at the house - worth it. Awesome hiking in the area as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand mountain house
This is a lovely, private, mountain estate. All of the suites are luxury for your guests and the rooms are extremely spacious but still warm feeling with many fireplaces throughout. The kitchen is perfect for multiple people foraging at the same time or a professional chef’s preparation. The hot tub and infinity edge pool overlook a stunning view.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin S., Las Vegas, NV USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home!
We fully enjoyed our stay at this well equipped, inviting home! The views are amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Spectacular
We rented this beautiful property for a milestone birthday celebration for five couples for four nights in September. To say that if far exceeded our expectations is an understatement. The house is situated on the crest of the mountain and has sweeping views of the hills and vineyards in the valleys below. The pictures really don’t convey the grandeur of the space or the attention to detail in decorating. The house is built for entertaining, and with five couples, we still had plenty of room to spare. The layout provided privacy at night with huge entertaining spaces in the living room, great room and the beautiful outdoor entertaining spaces. We ate outdoors on two of the three nights that we had dinner on property and marveled at how much space we had to stretch out. The firepits were super fun for socializing, and given the house’s orientation, you have one outdoor space to enjoy the sunrise and another to enjoy the sunset. The infinity edge pool provides magnificent views of the valley and hills, and the integrated hot tub is a great place to unwind at night. The resources provided by Monica the owner were outstanding. We used her recommendations for limo service to visit the wineries, and also an on-site yoga class. But the highlight of the trip was definitely having Chef Patrick and his team come on site one night and prepare a multi-course birthday dinner! It was truly a turnkey operation, the food they prepared was exceptional, and to top it off they were so fun to talk to and took great care of us! Our guests still talk about it. Finally, the caretaker for the estate was outstanding and truly keeps the property in tip top shape. Our only regret is that we did not spend more time enjoying the property and less time visiting wineries. We will definitely be back and look forward to spending more time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In a word: Magnificent.
Our stay could not have been any better than advertised and in fact exceeded my expectations for our executive retreat. The property owner and staff were amazing to work with throughout the process and up until leaving the property they were quick to respond and very helpful in all of my requests along the way. The house and grounds were gorgeous and the views of Napa Valley were extraordinary. Just an amazing experience all the way around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family retreat
Great property with amazing views. The owner was awesome . On top of everything and full of valuable information. We were 11 people and there was plenty of space for all of us without being on top of each other. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly amazing house
This house is absolutely amazing. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you could possibly need. From the expansive pool to the huge grassy area you will not be disappointed. We traveled with adults and kids and everyone had a blast. The movie theatre and huge game room was a hit with the kids. The adults were able to lounge in so many different areas over our 4 day stay. We had their incredible chef cook one of our meals and it was fantastic. Monica and her team are excellent at communicating the entire time. It’s a bit of a steep windy road to get to the house but you don’t get the amazing views without that. We would love to return to this property in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R., West Bloomfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly Amazing Property - Stunning Views
My group of ten - five couples - stayed for five nights, and everyone of us thought this was a trip of a lifetime. The views are stunning; one side of the house for coffee in the morning and the other for poolside cocktails and wine in the evening. The property is large enough that it easily houses five couples; if one wanted to get private time and be separate from everyone else, that is no problem here, as there many many separate seating areas where you see or hear no one. We had two private dinners cooked by Chef Patrick at Shackford's. We highly recommend that. For other nights, highly recommend planning to cook dinner in in the spacious kitchen and grill area to enjoy every sunset on the property. (In addition, this dinner planning will allow you to avoid navigating the steep winding road to the house at night-time.) Can't say enough about this great property and location; we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Monica Lax

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