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Comfortable, super clean, beautiful river setting, and ultra responsive hosts. When our place developed a shower faucet problem that they couldn’t fix same day, they found us a new place to stay among their other properties. Highly recommended!

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Thank you for your hospitality

This is a great house great for a cozy get together by the river. We had a fantastic stay. Debra was a great host. She was very communicative and ensured we have everything we needed for the perfect family holiday.

Had a memorable afternoon on the deck.

Honestly couldn’t be more happy with the communication or the ability to enjoy such peace.

This property was exactly as described, and is in a very beautiful setting. It is in a beautifully wooded neighborhood with fairly close neighbors, but located in such a way that it feels safe, very private and blissfully quiet. The back deck with hot tub is wonderful and so relaxing! Everything was in working order with plenty of room for all guests. It is a bit further from town than we realized from looking at a map but the setting is worth it, especially if you plan to spend some time at the property relaxing. We all found ourselves wishing we had two more days just to enjoy the property as we felt four nights was not enough. Our ONLY negative comment; The ensuite bedroom has a less than ideal mattress, which 2 of our adult guests found impossible to sleep well on (ok for kids/teens maybe?) and needs to be replaced. Hopefully the owners realize this and remedy this detail soon because no one wants to get the room with an uncomfortable bed. Overall, a very nice property!

Fantastic spot. Right on the river with a shaded private beach.

Great spot on the Russian River! Peaceful, close to town, great hot tub!

There are those properties whose photos have oversold what they actually are. Then there are those properties, such as Heron House, who fulfill the promise the photos give, and then some! Seriously beautiful setting! There were a total of four of us staying for three nights. We arrived, dropped our luggage, and did a quick inspection as we headed out to dinner. All seemed to be in order. We spent three nights and I wish we could have stayed longer! This home was comfortable and had all we needed to enjoy our stay. We loved the natural setting, enjoying wildlife as we relaxed on the deck. How cool to see deer crossing the river right in front of us! Small niceties that contributed to our enjoyment included a proper tea kettle, taller shower head that was also handheld. Enough towels, no need to ask for more. The kitchen was well stocked, including condiments. There were indoor games and water toys on the banks of the rivers. There was also plenty of comfortable seating in the living space. If I were to provide any constructive suggestions, I would recommend additional or stronger lighting in one of the bedrooms, an extension cord for the outlet on the headboard wall to allow easier access without having to move the bed, a couple of luggage racks, and perhaps a small shelf in the bathroom to hold toiletries. Minor adjustments in the big scheme of things! We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would wholeheartedly return. Do not hesitate with this Healdsburg gem!

Comfortable and great location!

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A great weekend getaway! Peaceful and quaint with amazing access to the river!

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful house on the Russian River! The location is perfect—nestled among the trees with stunning river views and just a short drive to local wineries and charming towns. The house itself is spacious, clean, and thoughtfully decorated, with all the amenities you could need for a comfortable stay.

The kitchen is very well equipped, making it easy to prepare meals and enjoy dining in. We especially enjoyed the outdoor deck and hot tub, which provided a perfect spot for relaxation and soaking in the natural beauty of the surroundings. The access to two kayaks and tubs for floating was a fantastic bonus, making for fun and leisurely days on the river.

Having a toddler with us, we appreciated the safe and family-friendly environment, and the sofa bed was a definite plus, providing extra comfort and convenience. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful, making the whole experience seamless. We can't recommend this place enough!

Perfect place to relax and enjoy the area! We were just minutes from downtown Healdsburg, rented bikes and were able to cycle out to several wineries and bird-watched the Russian River from the awesome back deck!

We stayed at the river home for 4 nights and the place is very peaceful. My kids have fun to play in the river. Cozy and quite area. Close to supermarket and Starbuck. There were dusts in the closet of the 2 right side bedrooms, other than that the house very well kept and clean. We came about 40 minutes earlier than the check in time and the clean lady still there clean up, so we have waited to get inside 5-10 minutes after 4pm. Thanks so much for having us.

Great house with a beautiful large deck overlooking the river.

A lovely property. The house has a nice layout and the path to the river is safe. The scenery and peacefulness of the river was just what we wanted. Finally, we had a problem at one point and WC Lodging provided timely, helpful response.

The house is a little gem under the redwood trees next to the Russian River. The house and its amenities matched the description. It was clean and we didn’t have any issues. We enjoyed our stay and would visit again.

The house was beautiful, it backed up to the Russian River and it was lovely listening to the peaceful sound of the river.

The kitchen was also well stocked with everything one needs to cook!

What a great place. The stove is great. Beautiful Stainless steel BBQ. Plates, dishes, pans , etc upscale. Perfect for a food and wine weekend

Our river paradise in wine country was a dream! The property is quiet and dreamy resting right on the river which was moving quickly as we hit a little rainy moment in our stay! Clean, comfortable, and cozy! The triple c! What more can you need! Lot's to do in the area from top restys, the best wine in the country, and great shopping, you are literally minutes from town! We can't wait to come back!

Stayed during a rainy weekend and it was the perfect cozy house to relax and read a book. The house was clean and the environment was very relaxing. I hope to book again when the weather is nice to enjoy the beautiful deck and hot tub with a beautiful river view!

Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful location, great house which was well appointed for a long weekend stay.

I spent the weekend with a few friends in this wonderful home on the Russian River. Check-in was easy and when we walked in we saw the view from the deck and knew this was going to be great. The deck is huge and overlooks the river and across you see nothing but trees. It feels very private and the hot tub was put to use each night! All the beds were comfortable and bathrooms updated and clean. The kitchen was well stocked and had nice appliances and coffee maker. We cooked a great meal one night and went out to dinner in Healdsburg the next. It's only a 7 min drive to the downtown Healdsburg. Guiso was fabulous... latin fusion. This house is close to so many wineries and the town of Geyserville is only 15 min away .. another great place to eat..Diavola. All in all we had a great time and I would definitely come back in the summer but it was great even with some rain. 🙂

We loved our stay here - beds were comfy, tons of pots and pans for the kitchen so were able to make great dinners every night. The hot tub and deck were the icing on the cake after a long day hiking and wine tasting. Absolutely recommended an thanks for everything!

We loved staying in this house for our girls' getaway wine weekend! The kitchen was a chef's dream; we wished we had planned to cook all of our meals there rather than going out. The home was so cozy during a cold and rainy weekend. There was plenty of seating in the living room with lots of blankets and a large TV where we could access any of our streaming services. Though we didn't spend as much time outside as we would have liked due to the rain, we did get one night in the hot-tub and it was so relaxing! The winding road to get to the home was a little scary, but we felt safe at the home and had plenty of privacy. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking to visit Healdsburg area!

Warm and welcoming private and right on the river . Close to town for all the great shops and restaurants . We rented bikes in town and visited a few local
Wineries which was a great experience. Highly recommend

Quiet, well-equipped cottage with a massive deck, nicely situated on the Russian River. The neighborhood has the ambiance of a mountain retreat yet is only 10 minutes from many lovely shops and restaurants in Healdsburg.

The Heron House is perfect! Very well equipped kitchen, amazing hot tub (even with a not so good weather, we use it!), nice view from the deck, clean bathrooms, comfortable beds. We had a very nice stay there! Hope to come back one day 🙂

Lovely place on the river with an amazing deck. Private even though there are houses nearby. Probably the best-stocked kitchen Ive ever encountered in a rental. I always wonder what type of coffee maker they have so will share that its a combo drip and pod Keurig as of Nov. 2023 so bring whichever you prefer!

Pay attention to the note that indicates the road is a little rough when approaching -its not the whole road but there are a couple of big dips that you can easily miss if not paying attention.

The Heron House was a great choice for our weekend get-away. It is private and peaceful yet very close to everything in Healdsburg that you might want to do. The house looks just like the pictures, is clean and very well stocked. The host is extremely responsive to any and all emails. We’d definitely stay there again.

What a great place for a girls weekend get away. Very clean and a quest spot to chat cook and relax. Simply wonderful.

It was a lovely house and very approachable. the kitchen was pretty wells stocked for cooking, but be sure to bring your own oils and vinegars, but the knives were sharp! Bonus!! Overall very comfortable including the beds and sofas.... easy for a big family and long term stay.

Heron house was clean, comfortable and relaxing for our stay with family. Kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a peaceful week. The hot tub was wonderful , overlooking the Russian River with amazing views on the deck. Very close to downtown and vineyards. Would definitely book again!

Incredible location, very clean, great amenities. Would definitely stay here again.

We really enjoyed our stay at Heron House. The location is wonderful and the Russian River is just steps out of the door. A great jumping off point for exploring wine country and all that the RRV has to offer.

Great place!

Gorgeous view of the river! We had a great weekend away here and the location was close enough to wineries and downtown.

Beautiful location and perfect for our group of friends. We had a great time hanging out on the deck, enjoying the beautiful riverside location after a full day of wine tasting. House worked well for 3 couples, plenty of room to sit inside & out. The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of dishes and cookware as well as a laundry room if one was needed. Owner was responsive fairly quickly when we had an issue. It was such a relaxing location and we're all still wishing we were back again! If we are back in the area would definitely plan to stay again!!

Great stay! Host was very responsive!

Great location, beautiful view, very cute house. Would definitely recommend!

Gem of a find! So clean! And comfortable!

Excellent location on the river with a slight rustic feel surrounded by beautiful nature. A great escape from the bustle of your daytime wine country activities. Check in and communication was super smooth!

My parents and I stayed here for three nights, and had an amazing time. The kitchen had everything we needed and the grill got super-hot in no time; the hot tub was relaxing with amazing views sandwiched by two beautiful redwoods; we enjoyed sitting by the riverside and watching the blue and white herons wading across the river; the location was hard to beat - quick 10 min drive to Healdsburg town center, but secluded enough to get a nice array of stars and planets in the sky. Highly recommend.

Cozy, super clean bungalow on Russian River. Perfect location for wine tasting weekends, plus the guys had a blast kayaking!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was just wonderful and even better than advertised. The location on the Russian River in the woods in Healdsburg was superb. We especially enjoyed having dinner on the wonderful large table on the back porch overlooking the river.

Great location, near the square with peaceful forest and river views. Hot tub and deck were ideal for relaxation.

Great place very relaxing !

We look forward to returning back to visit again. The location of the house to the river was amazing and of course downtown Healdsburg is beautiful!