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Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and furnished balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
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Perched above Sonoma Creek, Lazy Oak Creekside Bungalow offers a cozy retreat amidst Wine Country's lush surroundings. Enjoy the soothing sounds of the creek from the deck with patio furniture and a gas firepit, or explore nearby wineries and tasting rooms on one of two complimentary bicycles.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!

Take in all the Wine Country has to offer from this centrally located cozy apartment overlooking Sonoma Creek! With nearby great wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants, and shops, you'll find lots to enjoy in the area. You can take it all in on the 2 complimentary bicycles parked in the shed!

Please note! For a reservation to be accepted, you MUST tell us a bit about who's staying, and what brings you to the Wine Country.

Guests who book during the winter / rainy season may get a special whitewater treat! Since the Bungalow is overlooking Sonoma Creek, you will enjoy an exciting show if there is a rainstorm, and the rapids get more turbulent! Part of the deck is covered, so you can enjoy a thrill during a rainstorm! (Don't worry, you are safely high above the creek in the ravine below.)

The Bungalow (Sonoma TOT Cert # 1436N ) features a beautiful kitchen, hardwood floors, a cozy gas 'Franklin' stove for cool nights,, and a sumptuous new Beautyrest queen bed and awesome high thread count Egyptian cotton sheets. Fast internet, cable and internet-enabled TV let you watch cable TV or stream movies. While the apartment is delightfully furnished (we own a furniture store!), the real attraction is the deck overlooking the creek. From here, you can sit for hours watching the steady stream of wildlife (deer, mostly) as they make their way along the trails along the year-round creek. When the rains start, the creek goes from a lazy creek to a roaring stream - with rapids just a bit past the bungalow, giving great sound effects. The deck features comfortable patio furniture and an optional gas firepit to enjoy a glass of wine around at the end of a busy day!

The Queen bed is a new Beautyrest that is moderately firm. Some have said it is too soft. Some have said its too firm. It is what it is! The bed is covered with an Organic Cotton mattress protector/pad. High thread count Egyptian cotton sheets complete the ensemble. Spare blankets and pillows are in the closet.

The bathroom features a curved glass shower enclosure and a newly tiled shower. We have just added a Bidet Toilet - we tried one at a Vacation Rental ourselves and loved it - so we added one for you to enjoy as well! It features a heated seat and warm water. Heavenly!

While there are so many activities nearby, we expect that at least one of the days of your visit you'll grab a couple of bottles of wine and want to spend the whole day at the cozy Lazy Oak Creekside Bungalow, enjoying the magical surroundings!

** NOTE** MAX OVERNIGHT OCCUPANCY - 2 PERSONS ONLY ** (Including children)

IMPORTANT NOTE: To ensure your booking request is accepted, please be sure to tell us a little about WHO is staying, WHERE you are from, and WHAT brings you to the Wine Country! You can read about who we are in our VRBO profile, so its a 2-way privacy street!
Coin Laundry machine is located outside the unit under cover.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Many of our guests are allergic. No smoking indoor

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 540 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please turn AC/Heat off
Shut lights, except exterior ones
Check AGAIN for left items! (chargers, iPads, hearing aids, ear buds)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

You MUST tell us something about who you are for booking to be accepted!
Max occupancy 2 humans only! Nothing else.
Quiet Times: 9PM-9 AM.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: ** NO PETS **

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Bungalow has not been child-proofed. on a cliff

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Many of our guests are allergic. No smoking indoor

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 deadbolt lock
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 1436N

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country House
Wildlife Viewing Sonoma Creek Heart Wine Country
Wildlife Viewing Creek Heart Wine Country

About the neighborhood

Map
Sonoma, CA

What's nearby

  • Sonoma Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Buena Vista Winery - 13 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 33 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪El Molino Central - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Buck’s Place - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cielito - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country! located?

Located in Boyes Hot Springs, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sonoma Golf Club and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Sonoma Plaza. Sonoma State Historic Park and Ramekins Culinary School are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Wildlife Viewing Overlooking Sonoma Creek In The Heart Of The Wine Country! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

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

Everything you need.

Pleasant and comfortable. Nice location. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Sonoma Visit

Cute little spot to enjoy some peace and quiet. The patio was wonderful and you could listen to the creek and even get to see some deer walking around from time to time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great little Bungalow

Stayed here as a stop for Sanoma wine tasting. Good little spot and the description is accurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Anniversary trip

We loved our stay. The space was perfect for the two of us and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Great Sonoma location

Great property. Quiet, good location for visiting Sonoma and wineries!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

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

Anniversary trip

Perfect little bungalow and close to the wineries ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tili B.

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

An amazing location

The view of the river on the back porch was a delight and the place was the perfect size for the two of us. A great weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Great location!

This location was perfect for all the events associated with the wedding we attended in Sonoma. Loved the peaceful quiet atmosphere and the deck!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Cutie & cozy

Very cutie place to stay. Loved sitting on the back porch. Quiet and peaceful. Bathroom very updated. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

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

Quaint and Quiet

We came to the area for the NASCAR Xfinity race, wineries and to visit family. We loved the downtown area of Sonoma and it’s location for everything we were doing the 5 days we stayed at this bungalow. The deck was private and looked over a small stream. The galley kitchen was very nice and had everything two people needed. Lots of little niceties such as ice packs in the freezer and insulated totes to borrow when out sightseeing. Updated bathroom with corner shower, heated bidet toilet, and a variety of toiletries if needed. This place is small but it is beautifully decorated and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

S M.

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

Perfect accomodation for Two!

Such a perfect little place! Had everything we needed with a bonus oasis outside! I only wish we had more time to enjoy the beauty of the patio, conpletely sets this place apart from other rentals. Very private and comfy cozy! Have already recommended to our friends in the bay area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

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

Christmas was wonderful

It's near my mom's house on the creek that I used to play in as a boy. Each morning we watched the deer grazing from the back deck and then headed to moms house. It was very cozy and warm through the storm and I love continuous hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob H., Neotsu, Oregon USA

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

Great place and location!

We really enjoyed our stay, clean, efficient space with a modern, retro feel. The deck is fantastic with a few of Sonoma creek below. We had a daily visit by deer just below the deck. The area is quiet and close to everything that the city of Sonoma has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Brianne V.

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

Lovely sister getaway

My sister and I had a lovely getaway to Sonoma. The property is clean and has a fantastic view of the aviary center beyond. A quick drive downtown for dinner, tastings, etc. We recommend staying in this quaint home for a quick weekend getaway on a budget!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

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

Cute place with bikes!

We enjoyed our stay very much. It was as advertised and the bikes were an awesome addition for us to use to bike into downtown Sonoma. Kitchen could use some more accessories and cooking utensils, but we perhaps cooked much more than typical. Check in and check out was straight forward and easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peg S.

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

Very cozy and comfortable

We spent three nights to visit wine country. Found everything clean and welcoming. Had to purchase coffee and did not know the fire pit was an extra (though nominal) charge. Chilly nights but warmed up quickly with cute little Franklin stove. Bidet was fun;). Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Wedding and wine

The bungalow was perfect for a “home base” as I attending wedding festivities last weekend. I took a little extra time to enjoy Sonoma, and I am so glad that I did. The location is perfect, and the bungalow itself is very comfortable. The back deck is amazing for winding down and enjoying a bit of natural peace.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

A lovely serene escape while close to everything

We had a wonderful stay, and really enjoyed the sound of the creek from the deck. We were visiting during a crazy heat wave, so did not utilize the bikes but it is a great area to cruise around on a bicycle. There was an amazing taco truck about 15 minute walk away. The cottage is located a tad off the beaten path, which we love because we are able to experience the local scene . We hope to stay here again, maybe in the winter to experience a different stage of natural surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hemaka R.

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

Great place for a getaway or wine country visit

My wife and I spent a few enjoyable days at this property. The unit is clean and as described. The kitchen is well equipped and includes basic condiments. Location is in a quiet neighborhood backing into a pretty big stream, and we saw plenty of birds and a few deer. Also convenient to Sonoma town, Napa, Redwood National Forest and the coast. Hosts are easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D., Haslet

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

Beautiful Creekside Bungalow

Perfect little bungalow tucked back on a property right on the creek. Has its own deck with seating. The rushing water was so relaxing to listen to! Appliances could use a little update, but they work, so that’s all that matters. Wood floors are creaky.in places, and you can hear the people in bungalow 3 walking around - this didn’t bother us much at all, I just hope we didn’t bother them!!! Overall this place was perfect for what we were looking for. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Penny A.

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

Stay here for the peace & bucolic view 🌿

Beautiful location - easy check-in, adorable cottage! I would stay here simply to sit on the back deck… sweet little creek bubbling by, serene view, great trees & bird watching. The cottage has everything you need - the shower could use a refresh - it looked like it had been damaged & patched back together. As they mention on the website - the mattress isn’t for everyone,& it was tooo hard for us… It would have been nice to have extra pillows available - we drove to Napa to buy an extra one. All in all it was a positive experience - & we enjoyed our stay :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

William P., Westland

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

Nice and quaint but had issues

We enjoyed our stay. We had a couple of issues that were dealt with quickly after a message to the host. The place is cozy, perfect for 2 people and no more than that. I enjoyed sitting outside by the creek in mornings and evenings. It was nice and peaceful. The unit had basic necessities. However, if you're a coffee drinker, make sure to bring your own coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romulo L.

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

Great Location

Great location just 7 minute walk to main village. Apartment is nice although a bit dated. hot tub was just around the corner. I would definitely rent it again. Just couple of things, You can hear people on the top floor walking and checking process a bit annoying because you have to pickup the key from a different location. After driving 6 hrs to get there you just want to get to your room. But other than that is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna K., Tucson, AZ US

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

Great little apartment close to everything in Sonoma!

This is a cute little apartment that was perfect for 2 people! It had everything we needed in the kitchen and bathroom. The back porch was the best! You can hear the creek very clearly, it was nice having coffee every morning out there and winding down each night out there. There were plenty of drawers and hangers to put our clothes away for our stay. The usual amenities like hair dryer & iron were there. There was also shampoo and conditioner but we did not use it since we brought our own. There was a fan and heater for use when needed In the bedroom. The kitchen had everything you need! It was a full kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Cute cabin with a nice private porch to relax in the evening. Close to Sonoma square with lots of options for dining and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025