Title: Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly ![Outdoor dining - Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly (Monte Rio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109430000/109424400/109424381/0535f081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices - Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly (Monte Rio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109430000/109424400/109424381/e129fbc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly (Monte Rio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109430000/109424400/109424381/b699a6b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly (Monte Rio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109430000/109424400/109424381/4acb0509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly (Monte Rio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109430000/109424400/109424381/fb5fc7e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled among towering redwoods, Camp Totoro offers a serene escape in the heart of the Russian River Valley. This enchanting home promises comfort and tranquility with its cozy treehouse design, spacious bedrooms, modern bathrooms, fireplace lounge area with large windows overlooking the surrounding forest and fully equipped kitchen. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly Summary: Nestled among towering redwoods, Camp Totoro offers a serene escape in the heart of the Russian River Valley. This enchanting home promises the peace of a secluded treehouse with the comforts of a modern retreat. A perfect getaway for exploring the area’s rich offerings, including prestigious local wineries, majestic forests, top-notch dining, and pristine beaches. •Steps from the Russian River •5 minutes to Guerneville •10 minutes to Armstrong Woods •15 minutes to the Pacific Ocean The Space: Nestled amidst the majestic redwoods, this enchanting retreat, lovingly known as Camp Totoro after the homeowner’s dog, offers a unique and tranquil escape. The home’s design evokes the feeling of a cozy treehouse, surrounded by the lush forest, providing a peaceful sanctuary where nature and comfort blend seamlessly. This spacious home comfortably accommodates up to six guests across its four well-appointed bedrooms. Three bedrooms feature plush king-sized beds offering a restful night's sleep under the towering trees, while the other bedroom include two twin beds, perfect for kids. The home also boasts two full bathrooms, both thoughtfully designed with modern fixtures and plenty of natural light, providing a spa-like experience to refresh after a day of exploring. The living area is the heart of the home, where large windows invite the beauty of the surrounding forest inside, creating a serene ambiance. Here, guests can gather around the cozy fireplace, perfect for cool evenings, or relax on the comfortable seating while enjoying a movie night on the flat-screen TV. The fully equipped kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring modern appliances and all the essentials needed to prepare delicious meals. A large dining table offers ample space for family meals, where you can savor your creations while enjoying the views of the redwoods. Step outside onto the expansive deck, where you can soak in the tranquility of the forest. The outdoor space includes comfortable seating, perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails, and a barbecue grill for alfresco dining. Whether you're reading a book in the fresh air or simply taking in the sights and sounds of nature, the deck offers a perfect spot to unwind. For those looking to explore, the home is ideally located within walking distance of the beautiful Northwood Golf Course & Restaurant. A short drive will take you to the sandy shores of Monte Rio Beach, where you can swim, kayak, or simply relax by the Russian River. The vibrant town of Guerneville is also nearby, offering an array of restaurants, bars, and local shops. And for wine lovers, some of the world’s most renowned wineries are just a short drive away, making this the perfect base for a Sonoma County adventure. With its perfect blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, Camp Totoro is more than just a place to stay—it’s a destination in itself, offering a truly memorable experience in one of California’s most beautiful regions. Guest Access: Parking is available for 2 cars in the driveway, and additional cars can be parked along the street. Please do not park in the adjacent open area, as it belongs to another property. The garage is temporarily inaccessible. While Monte Rio is a walkable riverside town, we recommend having a car to explore the surrounding area, including nearby redwood trails, beaches, and wineries. The scenic roads in this region also make for beautiful cycling routes. Whether you're headed to the coast, the forest, or a tasting room, most destinations are just a short, peaceful drive away. •2-minute drive / 10-minute walk to Monte Rio Beach •3-minute drive to Northwood Golf Club •5-minute drive to Guerneville •10-minute drive to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve •15-minute drive to Korbel Champagne Cellars •20-minute drive to Jenner & the Pacific Ocean •35–40 minute drive to Santa Rosa The Neighborhood: Monte Rio is a picturesque and welcoming community nestled along the scenic Russian River, enveloped by towering redwoods and stunning natural landscapes. This tranquil town is renowned for its laid-back atmosphere, making it a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A standout feature of Monte Rio is the Monte Rio Community Beach, a beloved spot where residents and visitors alike enjoy swimming, picnicking, and relaxing by the river's edge. Beyond the beach, the neighborhood boasts charming local cafes, unique boutiques, and vibrant art galleries that reflect the town's creative spirit. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the numerous hiking and biking trails that traverse the lush redwoods and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Additionally, Monte Rio is conveniently located near renowned wineries and other charming Sonoma County towns, providing ample opportunities for exploration and adventure. Whether you're seeking relaxation by the water, immersion in nature, or a taste of local culture, Monte Rio offers a diverse and inviting experience for all. Getting Around: Monte Rio is a small, walkable town, but having a car is recommended for exploring the wider area, including nearby wineries and coastal spots. The town’s scenic roads are popular with cyclists, offering a beautiful way to explore the Russian River region. For cyclists, there are routes that range from leisurely rides along the river to more challenging routes through the redwoods. While public transport is limited, cycling and driving are both great ways to experience the natural beauty of the area. Other Things to Note: Dog Policy: 🐾 2 dogs max without host approval. No aggressive breeds or other types of pets allowed. 🐾 Please keep dogs off all furniture and beds. 🐾 Dogs must never be left unattended on the property. 🐾 Always clean up after your pet, both inside and out. 🐾 No excessive barking. 🐾 Keep dogs on leash when outside the private yard. 🐾 A small pet fee is charged to cover the cost of additional cleaning; however, this fee is not meant to cover any damage caused by guests' dogs. 📌To ensure a seamless check-in, all guests must complete a quick pre-check-in verification through our secure guest portal; a link will be sent after your booking is confirmed. 📌Please note that during the rainy season (typically October through March), outdoor furniture cushions are stored away to protect them from the elements and ensure they remain clean and dry. Consequently, outdoor seating may not be set up as pictured during these months. Interaction with Guests: We strive to strike the perfect balance between giving you privacy and being available whenever you need us. Your comfort is our priority, so while we won’t intrude, we’re always just a message away. If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like local tips and recommendations, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to help make your stay memorable and enjoyable. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Cycling 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: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65410000/65402900/65402873/35c577cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rivendell \~ Lovely Riverfront Home, Classic Style with Modern Amenities Monte Rio - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=65402873&PinnedHotelID=65402873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112174900/112174839/bbbf15e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bodega Shoals Beach Access, Hot Tub & BBQ Bodega Bay - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=112174839&PinnedHotelID=112174839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99580000/99573700/99573633/43d07ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Dog-Friendly Home Near Regional Park Sebastopol - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 18 reviews CA $404 CA $772 total includes taxes & fees Dec 29 - Dec 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=99573633&PinnedHotelID=99573633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87914800/87914795/179440b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boho Manor Resort - Studio G Monte Rio 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $357 CA $520 total includes taxes & fees Dec 22 - Dec 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=87914795&PinnedHotelID=87914795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95433200/95433114/238d88eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stairway to Haven \~ Family Cabin in Monte Rio Monte Rio - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=95433114&PinnedHotelID=95433114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96150000/96145600/96145522/0ef8fbab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mint To Be - Modern Farmhouse-Style, Dog Friendly Monte Rio - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=96145522&PinnedHotelID=96145522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118270000/118266100/118266061/c0747a84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redwood Cabin w/ Hot Tub | Canyon View | Dogs OK Guerneville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $221 CA $673 total includes taxes & fees Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=118266061&PinnedHotelID=118266061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88210000/88207500/88207429/57af443f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boho Manor Resort - Studio E Monte Rio 6.0 1 review CA $266 CA $398 total includes taxes & fees Dec 22 - Dec 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=88207429&PinnedHotelID=88207429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84048200/84048111/fe06743d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Salmon House is incredibly family-friendly! 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Guerneville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=84048111&PinnedHotelID=84048111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89920000/89915700/89915645/2270461e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly home in the redwoods with hot tub & amazing deck - steps to river Guerneville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=89915645&PinnedHotelID=89915645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 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 Property Registration Number LIC24-0657 ### Property is also known as 66bda1d5edb20d00112f1373 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.47584%2C-122.99891&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Xj_Ixng6WgVxMDU2BzsJ_iM8BFQ=) Monte Rio, CA #### What's nearby - Russian River \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Northwood Golf Club \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Rio Theatre \- 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - Monte Rio Public Beach \- 1 min drive \- 1.5 km - Armstrong Redwoods State Park \- 8 min drive \- 10.9 km #### Getting around - Santa Rosa Station - 32 min drive - Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬5 min drive - ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Lodge at Dawn Ranch - ‬4 min drive - ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬5 min drive - ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Home Among The Redwoods - Dog-Friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Valerie C. Dec 6, 2025 ##### Valerie C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juanita L. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Juanita L. 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