Tucked away in the redwoods near Austin Creek, Modern Zen is a serene retreat that combines modern comforts with stylish amenities. Unwind on the main deck with morning mimosas, alfresco meals and BBQs. The private suite offers a queen bed, seating area and kitchenette for added convenience.
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Entire cabin
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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About this property
Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors
Modern Zen is a sophisticated and tasteful blend of modern and serene. Set in the redwoods of Cazadero near Austin Creek, this mid-century modern compound embraces stylish amenities like a hot tub, remodeled kitchen, outdoor shower, firepit and entertainment technology. Get away from it all in a two bedroom main house and separate private suite.
Outside is divine! The main deck sports a dining table for morning mimosas and alfresco meals, propane BBQ, large hammock (that gets a perfect amount of sunshine in the afternoon), plenty of welcoming seating and views up the hillside and into the redwood trees. It's the perfect gathering place between the main house and the private suite. Around the corner and completely private, a 6 person hot tub awaits. Just steps away is a private outdoor shower, hooks for towels and gate to the lower yard and fully fenced dog run.
In the main house the freshly remodeled kitchen has all new stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, a multi-tiered island and is open to the dining area and comfortable living room. The kitchen is well-appointed with quality cookware and colorful Fiestaware. This open floorplan is ideal for group cooking and congregating. No one is left out of the fun! Spread out in the living room to watch TV or stream music through the new flat screen Roku TV. Retreat to your cozy bedroom with a memory foam king bed and one with a queen bed. Each bedroom has a TV and sliding glass doors to the deck and hot tub. Get ready in the stylish main bathroom with heated floors, tiled shower/tub combo and marble counter top.
Cross the multi-level deck to the charming private suite with queen bed, separate comfortable seating area with TV and DVD player, full bathroom with heated floors and kitchenette with washer and dryer. This space is equally inviting when sun streams through the windows or rain patters on the roof. Make coffee in the kitchenette or grab a snack from the mini fridge before joining everyone in the main house for breakfast.
Native ferns, rhododendrons and thimbleberries thrive under the redwood trees with Japanese maples, climbing roses and camellias. Families, friends, dog owners and everyone else will love staying at this peaceful retreat in the woods - that's just a short drive to world class restaurants and wineries. Hiking in Armstrong Redwoods State Park or along the Sonoma Coast is minutes away.
Know Before You Book:
Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Modern Zen is 6. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at any time.
Parking: On-site parking is available for 3 vehicles. RVs, trailers and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance.
Bed Sizes: First Bedroom: King Bed, Second Bedroom: Queen Bed, Private Suite: Queen Bed.
Heat Source: The main house has central heat and wood burning fire place. The private suite has a gas fireplace.
A/C: The house does not have air conditioning. Being near the coast, the night time temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house.
Dog Run: A large dog run (approx. 1,500 square feet) with entrances through the deck off the hot tub and a gate at the bottom of the driveway has 4 foot tall fencing. The area is a combination of flat and hilly and may not be suitable for very small dogs.
Sonoma County TOT #: 1979N Sonoma County Vacation Rental Permit #: ZPE16-0232
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
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)
An adult aged 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
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
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
About the area
Cazadero is home to this cabin. Fort Ross State Historic Park and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Northwood Golf Club and Sonoma Zipline Adventures. Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures are also worth visiting. Visit our Cazadero travel guide
Is Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors located?
Situated in Cazadero, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Russian River, Rio Theatre and Sonoma Coast State Park. Monte Rio Public Beach and Monte Rio Redwoods Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Forest Retreat, Private, Redwoods, Hot Tub, The Great Outdoors Reviews
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This was the perfect set up for a trip with two small families. Temps were nice and cool in the June heat with the shade. Location is tucked Seat in nature with just 15 min drive east/west to get to Guernville/Jenner. Perfect family vacation.
This was a lovely home with everything needed to relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Hot tub and deck were especially nice and the kitchen was well appointed. The beds were super comfy! Could not have had a better experience.
I took my girlfriend for a Bday get away and it could not have been better. The heated bathroom floor is amazing. The location to the woods to the
ocean is perfect. Quiet spot and very clean.
We had a great time at this house, the suite worked great for my parents, and we loved the deck. great walks just from the house, and convenient location to the ocean and shops in guerneville.
This property was close to events we were attending. It was very clean and comfortable with room for the whole family. Beautiful location. Completely magical around the redwoods.
We greatly enjoyed our stay at the home. Lots of space for family and dog. Kitchen was well-appointed. Management company was very responsive. We would love to come back and spend more time. Our stay was much too short.
Family of 4 visiting with another couple - perfect setup with the ADU. Beautiful location where we felt secluded in the redwoods but not isolated. Quiet. Both houses were clean. Great suggestion to save directions because our GPS sent us to the wrong place!
What a peaceful, amazing place to have had the pleasure of enjoying. Birds throughout the trees, fire pit to take the chill away after dark on the private deck, amazing access to the beach (ocean and river), just the perfect well spent at a stunning property.
We loved this peaceful retreat complete with redwoods, hammock and large hot tub, river flowing by across the street. The "suite", a second small house on the property, made the place very spacious.
This was our 2nd stay at Modern Zen in 2 months. I feel so at home here. Quiet, surrounded by trees, beautiful back deck area. The home is well cared for, well layed out, and like the pics. We look forward to another stay.
Loved our stay here - nestled in the redwoods away from the hoards of travelers in more populated areas. Close enough to do a full day wine tour in the Alexander or Sonoma Valley, a Russian River swim and super close to the beautiful Sonoma coast for hikes or trip to Bodega Bay. We loved coming back to relax in the hot tub or stare up at the stars on the hammock. Loved the place - it’s exactly as pictured and would stay again!
We really enjoyed our weekend away, two small families, sharing the house and studio across the deck. Modern Zen is set back from the road and consequently really quiet and feels super secluded. The kitchen was well set up with everything we needed for a family meal. Some really thoughtful touches and little luxuries like a heated bathroom floor! For dog owners, the dog run is secure and a real boon — but be aware that it is on fairly steep, uneven ground at the back of the property, and be alert for ticks (it’s the woods, you know!)
Kitchen is well stocked. Very comfortable furniture. Great selections for TV programs: Netflix, Amazon Prime,etc. Very quiet area. Really enjoyed the wood fireplace.
Home is lovely. We had problems with TV but found ourselves outside most of the time. Great proximity to several tiny towns. We took advantage of local farmer’s markets. Would recommend to adults looking for a calm and quiet get away.
The property was great. So quiet and peaceful, with beautiful surroundings. Great location for short trips to nearby places and also worth taking a longer drive to Avenue of the Giants. House was well furnished and equipped and full of information for local places to visit. Hosts provided great communication ahead of our stay with reminders while we were there. If we are ever so fortunate to return to the Russian River Valley, we will definitely book this property again.
We had a lovely rainy weekend at this house. We agreed that this is the best-documented vacation home any of us had stayed at. It's very well set up for guests. We appreciated the separate suite, the heated bathroom floors, and the hot tub. It was too rainy to use the outdoor hammock, but we hope to return another time to enjoy it. Overall, this was a great vacation home and we would happily rent it again.
House was immaculate, well appointed and surrounded by beautiful redwoods on a very quiet street. We loved the set up with 2 houses and the deck in the middle. Our three teens loved having their own space. All the furniture was comfy, kitchen had everything needed, tons of windows and skylights so you can see the redwoods from any place inside. Truly a gem! Will definitely return!
We greatly enjoyed our time at Modern Zen. We really felt away from it all on the deck under the redwoods. We cook a lot and found the kitchen well-stocked with everything we needed. Even a crock pot! The separate apartment was perfect for our college student so she could retreat when she had had enough family time. The only downside was that we had our senior dog with us and didn't realize there were steps into the house and steps down to the dog run. Highly recommend this space for a relaxing trip in nature.
Peaceful retreat that felt like the middle of nowhere but was 20 minutes from everything. Clean and modern but with a mature feel. Every updated appliance and top notch brand was available in the kitchen. Easy Internet. We loved it! My 10 year old granddaughter wrote out a thank you note on a papper towel and left it for you. Thank you got your hospitality. We’ll be back♥️
We had a great stay at Modern Zen. The pics in the VRBO website are pretty much spot on. The beds were very comfortable as was the sofa and chairs in the living room. It was quiet - not much too much traffic on Austin Creek Rd during our stay. Views of redwoods and the forest all around. The kitchen has updated appliances and had pretty much everything we needed (glad I brought coffee filters. The heated floors in the bathroom were unexpected and welcome. The furnace is very efficient, especially on a cold rainy day. Convenient o Guerneville and Monte Rio. I will definitely reserve this home again as it was a nice relaxing environment.
This property was perfect for celebrating my Wife's birthday with our adult children and grandchild. Everything is as advertised with no negative surprises. The property is well situated and private among beautiful redwoods in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all that the Russian River area has to offer. The house and suite are thoughtfully and artfully decorated. The kitchen is well appointed. I cooked several process laden meals for my family without much frustration of not being in my own kitchen. There are a few thoughtful touches, like toys and dishes for your dog that make a difference. The seperate Suite added a perfect level of extra privacy for our oldest daughter, husband and one year old daughter. My wife and I did not feel like we sacrificed anything by giving them the suite and taking the king size bed in the main house with a slider door facing the hot tub. We would stay here again.