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Sensational Pool & Spa. Views to the Bay. Close to Sonoma Plaza and Wineries. – Home 6574765 House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 7 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Sensational Pool & Spa. Views to the Bay. Close to Sonoma Plaza and Wineries. – Home 6574765

  • House
  • 3 bedrooms
  • sleeps 7
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 66 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

Description from owner

Description

SPECTACULAR NEW STONE POOL AND SPA. A VERY SPECIAL HOME AWAY FROM HOME - WARM AND WELCOMING, FILLED WITH ART AND BOOKS, AMAZING AMBIANCE, VIEWS TO THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY.

WHILE COVID SHELTER AT HOME ORDERS ARE IN PLACE WE ARE ACCEPTING 30 DAY MINIMUM RENTALS

ESTATE FEATURES AT A GLANCE

A spectacular state of the art stone pool, spa and terrace with bubbling stream, adds immeasurable ambiance to the warm and welcoming Summers House, a favorite of many travelers who visit Sonoma Valley from around the world. The house exudes charm. Sweeping views reach to the San Francisco Bay from the expansive deck and living area. Nestled into three, private wooded acres, this gated one-of-a-kind country home, is near Sonoma and Napa wineries, and is just 10 minutes from Sonoma Plaza restaurants, shops, and events. Well equipped kitchen, great dining spaces, comfy beds.

A rustic contemporary country home and architectural gem, Summers House is warm and welcoming. A massive native stone fireplace anchors the living area. Filled with art, antiques, and books, the house garners rave reviews from groups who enjoy its embrace. As one notable author who who enjoyed the house stated, 'Now I have been spoiled; every other place we stayed in after yours seemed well, soulless. That might be so for all our future vacation homes."

Summers House has views that reach to San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge, yet is just three miles, 10 minutes, from Historic Sonoma Plaza. Designed by award winning architect Robert Zinkhan, and beautifully integrated into the natural landscape, it epitomizes his goal: To create “The house as art”.

DESIGN AND DECOR

Summers House features Mexican paver tile floors, a beautifully tiled, handcrafted, fully equipped kitchen, and massive native stone fireplace. The striking fireplace was constructed from cobblestones left behind when quarries on the property provided stones to pave the streets of San Francisco during the 19th century. Massive moss covered boulders sculpt the land. Tumbling historic stonewalls built by Chinese laborers during the 19th century have been restacked to enhance the landscape, while maintaining the property's historical integrity. Native American arrowheads found on the property also provide reminders of the past.

Comfortable and practical leather furnishings complement the home’s natural cedar walls and exposed posts and beams. A large 18th Century European dining table comfortably seats guests. A quarter sawn oak upright piano, a part of the family for more than sixty years, has been restored and tuned.

Three bedrooms, all with lofts, and two bathrooms welcome groups of six (up to or eight with approval.) The master bedroom boasts an extremely comfortable king bed, and Jacuzzi bathtub. The two bedrooms that once housed the Summers children, feature queen sized beds and share a bathroom accessible from both bedrooms. Each bedroom includes a private sink and vanity.

An enormous deck, with a jarrah wood outdoor dining table, spans the south side of the house and captures views of Mt. Tamalpias, the San Francisco Bay, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Views can be enjoyed from the living and dining areas as well. Sunsets are breathtaking.

LOCATION

Wind up one of the most scenic country roads in Sonoma to reach Summers House, located on a private country property in east side Sonoma. Drive through vineyards and climb up into the hills where the house is nestled on a wooded hillside where wildlife abounds. Drive slowly as the road is a hiker's paradise and wildlife crossing. Upon arrival an electronic gate will grant you admission. Fenced in the same cedar which clads its buildings, the property is a private retreat.

SONOMA ~ A SPECIAL PLACE FOR YOUR VACATION

Sonoma Plaza tasting rooms, restaurants, shops, galleries, historic sites; and art, cultural, film, food, wine, entertainment events are just three miles away. Enjoy Sonoma's Seasonal Farmers Market in Sonoma Plaza on Tuesday evenings and in Depot Park on Friday mornings.

Enjoy personalized wine tours - we recommend Burdick Vineyard Tours - Bicycle Tours, Segway adventures, and hiking. Jack London State Park is a personal favorite. Indulge in a message at one of our nearby spas. Visit galleries and unique shops around Sonoma Plaza, and at Cornerstone Gardens near Gloria Ferrer in the nearby Carneros Appellation.

Summers House is perfect for intimate reunions, getting together with family and friends, girlfriend's getaways, housing relatives, and housing your family during a business trip to the wine country. It is centrally located for visits to Sonoma, Carneros and Napa wineries. San Francisco and Pacific Coast beaches are one hour away.

Summers House has been the pride and joy of its owners for more than 40 years. It has provided the setting for many family-owned business gatherings, which have supported food, wine and art, charitable endeavors. It is an inspired and inspiring home.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
    Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
    Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
    Beds in other rooms: Full bed
  • 2 Full baths

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Private outdoor pool (heated)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Mountain Views
  • Grill
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Safe
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking

Getting around

It is preferable to rent a car as the house is three miles from town, restaurants, tasting rooms, shops, markets, historic Sebastiani Theater. Numerous tour companies are available for special wine tasting trips. We recommend Burdick Vineyard Tours and California Wine Tours. Guests often also use Uber.

Interaction with guest

Pat Summers is available to assist during your stay. She can be reached by cell phone and is happy to provide restaurant, winery and activity suggestions. She will also provide a "tip sheet" with suggestions in advance of arrival. Family members will be allowed to use the pool when guests are off site. A tentative schedule such as weddings or events, wine tasting plans, etc would be greatly appreciated. Her guests' schedules always come first.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: $1,000.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Summers House is very desirable for intimate friend and family gatherings. Families with children are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children are not permitted to roam the property alone. The deck, pool and spa are excellent places for outdoor living.

Summers House is located in a very private rural residential community. It provides a warm and welcoming space for family and friend get-togethers. It is not suitable for larger groups or loud parties.

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About the owner

Pat S.

Tourist License
ZPE15-0529

Response rate:
76%
Calendar last updated:
10 May 2024
Years listed:
9
Based in:
United States
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

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“Clean,comfortable and a great view”

Reviewed 12 Sep 2016

The residence lived up to its description. Was occupancy ready and very well kept. The view from the deck is breath taking. Six adults in comfortable beds, two queens, one king in master. The house is… More

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Response from the owner We very much enjoyed having this group of extremely gracious, complimentary people. We do strive for cleanliness everywhere - including the deck! We do last minute checks before every arrival. The birds do visit daily and add ambiance to the great outdoor space, along with their calling cards. We look forward to accommodating all of our return guests. The house is just shy of 40 years old. Very original 1970s kept in good condition. Our guests love its charm.

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“Great escape in Sonoma”

Reviewed 1 Sep 2015

We stayed at the Summers home for a three day weekend. All was very clean and the views from the porch were spectacular. The drive up the road was always a treat. Lots of folks walking and riding bike… More

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Response from the owner It is a pleasure to accommodate guests and assist them with their enjoyment of our wonderful wine country. We provide a tip sheet that encourages all to stock up on supplies when they arrive in Sonoma before driving up to the house. Suggestions from our guests are greatly appreciated and help us insure great experiences. We will definitely now provide coffee just in case. Bathrooms are stocked with quality liquid soap and ample towels. We ask guests to bring other preferred personal toiletries.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

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Send Pat (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

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What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Pat (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Pat (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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You can also request a quote from Pat (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Pat (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

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Why can't I call Pat (the owner) before booking?

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If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Pat (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Pat (the owner) a message.

If Pat (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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