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Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.

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Kate Murphy's Cottage offers a private retreat with Irish charm and modern comforts. Stroll two blocks to Sonoma Plaza, enjoy the natural gas fireplace in the living room, or relax on the screened-in front porch with a glass of Sonoma Chardonnay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.

  • Enter a private, secluded environment and get away from the busy world in this charming, old-fashioned cottage with many Irish touches -- but also with wireless internet connection and flat-screen cable HD TV with hundreds of channels. Enjoy the easy two-block stroll to Sonoma Plaza, where you can choose from Sonoma's best restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and gift shops, also Mission St. Francis Solano, the last and northernmost mission of the California Mission Trail. The cottage is a wonderful base for taking walks to the historic Plaza, coffeeshops, wine bars and nearby vineyards.

    The traditionally furnished living room has a cozy, natural gas fireplace and sofa bed for additional guests for no extra charge. Our fully stocked kitchen has everything you need for preparing meals. The small room off the living room can be an office or nursery. The screened-in front porch is perfect for reading, and/or enjoying a glass of Sonoma Chardonnay. In September 2021 we built a redwood deck off the bedroom for outdoor relaxing or dining, and friendly deer are often, daily actually, sighted in the backyard pasture (they love apple cores).

    My wife Rose and I opened the doors of Kate Murphy’s Cottage in 1984. We have thoroughly enjoyed meeting guests from around the world and playing a part in their visit to the beautiful Sonoma Valley. It has been a singularly rewarding experience. And now, I am welcoming my son-in-law, Rick Alatorre, to the endeavor. Rick will be your contact and is looking forward to facilitating a wonderful stay for you at Kate Murphy’s. Rick and I together will ensure that your time in Sonoma is relaxing and enjoyable.

    Available at discount by the week, two weeks, three weeks or month, the cottage is ideal for anniversary celebrations, house hunting, visiting family and friends, or extended business trips. We have a three-day minimum stay policy.

    We have instituted the following protocols to further ensure the health and safety of all our guests. Our staff and cleaning crew are fully vaccinated against the COVID pandemic. We require that anyone who enters the cottage for maintenance or upkeep or cleaning be fully vaccinated.

    You are going to love Kate Murphy's Cottage; everyone does. Please read our guest reviews!

    Sláinte,

    Larry Murphy and Rick Alatorre

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Parties are not allowed.
Please no citrus peels in the garbage disposal.
Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details after the booking.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 68952

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Sonoma, this cottage is in the city centre. Domaine Carneros and Napa Valley Wine Train are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sonoma Plaza. Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Napa Symphony are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Sonoma travel guide
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Sonoma, CA

What's nearby

  • A stone building with arched windows and a clock tower, surrounded by a garden with a pond and flowers.
    Sonoma Plaza
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A stone building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and flowers.
    Sonoma City Hall
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A Ferris wheel, a pond, and tropical plants.
    Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sonoma State Historic Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission San Francisco Solano
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    2 min walk
  • HopMonk Tavern
    2 min walk
  • Steiners Tavern
    8 min walk
  • Town Square
    7 min walk
  • Småstad Coffee Roasters
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza. located?

Located in the heart of Sonoma, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sonoma City Hall and Sonoma Plaza. Sebastiani Theatre and Mission San Francisco Solano are also within 15 minutes.

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Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza. Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 233 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little cottage. Location location location!! Two block walk to the plaza. Such nice hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine Y.

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

Fantastic location

The cottage was absolutely perfect for our weekend. Great location and fabulous hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

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

Lovely cottage close to Sonoma Sqau

This is a very cozy cottage. Perfect location for a Sonoma getaway. Hosts are very responsive and welcoming. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

The cottage was perfect, able to walk to square and have place to rest and relax.

The cottage was perfect, able to walk to square and have place to rest and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison v.

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

Sonoma Getaway

We loved our stay at the cottage! Great location, easy to walk to Sonoma plaza.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Perfect for two

This little quirky little cottage is the perfect place to stay when exploring Sonoma. It’s an easy walk to the square, has off street parking and is in a quiet neighborhood. The hosts were so nice and made sure we had all the information in advance of our arrival so check in was easy. Would highly recommend for a couple looking for a place to stay for a wine weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy Cottage

My wife and I spent 4 nights at this wonderful cozy cottage. It was relaxing and minutes from the Sonoma Square. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy M.

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

Perfect Cottage Perfect Location

The cottage is so cozy and comfortable. We loved sitting on the covered patio listening to the rain. Such a great location. Super easy walk to the plaza and easy drive to Jack London State Park and Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Girl's Getaway

Charming little cottage filled with local art. Loved the front porch. Perfect location and within walking distance to so many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcy c.

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

Sweet quiet cottage

Cottage was very quaint, like staying at grandma’s. The location was perfect for us, very close to Sonoma Square and lots of restaurants. Very quiet and private
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy stay.

Easy access to downtown Sonoma. Cozy on a very rainy week. Comfortable to get away for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie P.

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

Great Cottage Stay

It was a great size for me and my husband. We liked the option to cook meals if we wanted to stay in. We loved watching the deer family that comes to the property in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

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

Great Location

My wife and I had a great week at this cottage. It was central to the Square and very quiet. Larry is a great host. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

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

Lovely Cottage in Heart of Sonoma

Very serene 1 bedroom vintage cottage in the heart of Sonoma. Very gracious hosting family. Quiet and enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA A.

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

Excellent location walking distance to the Square

This is our second time visiting the Sonoma cottage. It is perfect for two friends and the back Garden is lovely for morning coffee and evening wine. The cottages, old and quirky, but very inviting and very comfortable. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Redwood cottage

I loved the kitchen window view of the redwood tree. I enjoyed the art on the walls and the books on Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

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

Great rental

The cottage is very clean and charming. It’s in a lovely neighborhood. Nice outdoor and indoor sitting spaces. Walking distance to Sonoma plaza. Larry is friendly and available if needed. Best place we’ve stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Cute Cottage and Great Location

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Cozy and comfortable for the two of us. Very walkable to the plaza and all the restaurants and shops. Check in could not be easier and Larry left great notes and suggestions. Deer showing up every evening to play in the back yard is not to be missed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik J.

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

Lovely private cottage

Upon checking in we were greeted by a group deer around the cottage. The cottage and property gave a secluded nature feeling while still located so close to the Sonoma Square, which allowed us to easily explore Sonoma by foot. Larry was friendly and very accommodating throughout our stay. We would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming cottage just minutes from the Plaza

Tucked in behind the owner's home is the cutest little cottage in Sonoma. It's got everything you need, including deer that come around to munch on grass in the evenings. A wonderful spot, very walkable to the Plaza, plus a great restaurant just a few hundred feet away. You won't be sorry.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

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

Absolutely perfect

We absolutely loved our stay! The cottage was located in walking distance to Sanoma square, which was a plus. It was clean and quiet. Larry was delightful and easy to work with. We loved watching the deer play in the backyard. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage and grounds are delightful. We stay there when we visit relatives in Sonoma. The cottage is completely comfortable, and we love to relax there and watch the many deer who visit the property. Books, magazines, and reading material are abundant. The smart TV has cable and it is easy to stream. The furniture and beds are inviting. We cook in the kitchen, which is perfectly equipped.The host and family take care of everything within minutes. All this and a 5-10 minute walk to the Sonoma square and its many delights. If you like to swim, Sonoma Splash pools are less than 1/2 mile away. This is our Sonoma home.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Cozy, Comfortable Cottage

We felt part of historic Sonoma because of the wonderful momentos in the cottage. Everything in the cottage: beds, chairs, lighting, kitchen, porch, deck was comfortable, cozy, and homey. The deer in the back yard were a special treat. We did not need a car. It was an easy walk to the Plaza, town wineries, the bagel shop and Whole Foods. We visit Sonoma often; we hope Kate's cottage is always available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Amazing, Honestly

Cottage was perfect for an extended stay. Clean and comfortable, roomy, all amenities needed, screened in porch and a private deck in the back where you will certainly see the family of deer who reside there. Larry is the a perfect host. Respectful of your privacy while attentive to your needs and genuinely interested in your stay. Walking distance to Sonoma square. Book this now, will not regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

trisha h.

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

Comfy cottage in perfect location.

My daughter and I stayed at Kate Murphy's cottage for a long weekend while enjoying Sonoma. It was the perfect home base for our trip. The cottage was clean, comfortable and we felt right at home. Check-in was super easy and Larry introduced himself as we arrived. The bed was extremely comfortable, slept great every night. The best thing about the cottage is the location! It's just a couple blocks from the square so we easily walked to dinner, shopping, coffee, park, wine tastings. And when exhausted from our busy days, we spent the evenings relaxing on the deck watching the deer come up and eat in the meadow. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023