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Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Valley Ford, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tomales City Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Valley Ford

This apartment is located within a 15-minute drive of Potter Schoolhouse and Wild Flour Organic Gardens. The apartment includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Potter Schoolhouse - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Dillon Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Tomales City Park - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Wild Flour Organic Gardens - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 38 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishetarian Fish Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Tides Wharf Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bodega Bay Oyster Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boat House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio

This unique studio lies four miles inland from Dillon Beach, near Sonoma wine country and the staggeringly beautiful Sonoma coastline and beaches. The bucolic 1-acre parcel is home to deer, wild turkey, rabbits and many species of birds, who come to the many fruit and cypress trees on the property.

The building is the original stable for the 100-year-old Estero Schoolhouse. Natural wood throughout with French windows, bamboo floors, full tile kitchen., queen sized kitchen and fold-out sofa couch. The compact tiled bathroom includes shower, toilet and sink. This is a perfect writer's retreat or for anyone enjoying the beaches, towns, vineyards, or the many natural wonders of West Marin and Sonoma County. Park your car 15 feet from the front door. See families of cows just six feet across the fence from your dining table.

The studio shares the same acre and lies about 100 feet away from the main schoolhouse. Both properties offer a great deal of privacy. The studio residents have exclusive use of their own south-facing brick patio, as well as the rear 1/2 acre of the property, which is filled with trees and meadow grass.
Close to local wineries and breweries, or hike and kayak at Point Reyes national seashore! Enjoy exploring Bodega Bay, Dillon Beach, and the redwood forests 15 minutes away. The perfect getaway. Enjoy quality time with your travel companion or alone in this bucolic setting.

Guest access
Guests can unload and park jmmediately next to the studio. Guests have exclusive use of the adjoining gazebo and deck as well as a bricked patio area to the south of the studio.

The schoolhouse, which sleeps up to six, is also available either separately or with the studio through VRBO: https://www.vrbo.com/867988 Renting both listings together is recommended for those with larger parties,.

Other things to note
NOTE: WITH OUR SEPTIC SYSTEM, IT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRED NOT TO FLUSH ANYTHING OTHER THAN HUMAN WASTE AND TOILET PAPER DOWN THE TOILET. All other items (floss, sanitary napkins, cleaning wipes, etc.) go into the trash can provided. Also note this is a rural location and a nature sanctuary, and for our many guests with pets, we don't use much poison, so those with zero bug tolerance should perhaps avoid this wooded bucolic acre.

PETS: There is a $50 fee per pet per stay. If you would like to bring more than one pet, you must check first with owner. We are happy for guests to bring their pets with prior notification. However, for the comfort of future guests and for hygiene purposes, animals are not allowed on our furnishings or in the beds. Extra charges will apply if this occurs. Please bring beds and. furniture covers for your dog(s) and use them exclusively. Please note that while there is a fence surrounding the property, this is not a fenced in pet location where your pet can be left unsupervised and run free on the property.


Please check your belongings before you leave! Please be advised there is a $50 fee for any left items that require being returned.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ALL GUESTS NEED TO READ AND AGREE TO THE RENTAL AGREEMENT, WHICH CONTAINS RULES FOR TOILETS, ENERGY USE, SURROUNDING PROPERTY AND SIX RULES FOR DOGS.
HOST MUST BE NOTIFIED OF PET(S) PRIOR TO ARRIVAL.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No pets on furniture, nor chasing our wildlife

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

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, a first aid kit, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Estero Schoolhouse Studio
Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio Valley Ford
Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is located in Valley Ford, close to Bodega Harbour Golf Links, Dillon Beach, and Doran Beach. You'll also find Bodega Harbour and Bodega Head nearby.

Will I be able to park at Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront apartment include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.

Does Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

How close is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County), which is 23 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio?

Yes, every apartment at Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio comes with a patio.

Estero Schoolhouse Guest Studio Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, amazing host! Unique and historic lodging
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place! Very quiet and charming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larkin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want peace and solitude, this is the place. The bed was good, very quaint and cozy. Extremely easy access to the beach and multiple little downtowns.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic host of a wonderful place to stay! Cozy, quiet and secluded. The surroundings are so bucolic that several times I could hardly believe the views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bloom Studio: P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is quite adorable and has such a fun history. There are charming dairy cow and sheep farms all around which made us feel like we were in Ireland. The roads in the area do get flooded in heavy rains, so be cautions if vacationing during the rainy season.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is cozy and tranquil. It has all amenities, including a full kitchen, in the small space. It is close to sights like Dillon Beach (beautiful sunsets), Bodega Bay and to dining/shopping spots like Sebastopol. The Valley Ford market, 4 minutes away, is good for the essentials. Stephen was a kind host and we had a lovely Thanksgiving stay. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is a bit out of the way but the road is good. Ultimate in privacy, quiet and peace. And stargazing. Full service grocery and restaurants 2 miles away. I met the owner Steve. Nice guy, full of helpful ideas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Quiet Get Away

I came for quiet R&R with dog, Libby. Everything noted on description of VRBO website was exactly as it was.
Nearby Market with Deli
Clean and Comfortable Studio.
Easy to find and instructions were clear.
Parking close to Studio and easy road from gate to parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Great Quick Getaway

I enjoyed this quiet rural getaway that was only a short drive to some charming restaurants and lovely beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia P.

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

Restful Haven

Our stay was restful and beautiful. We loved gazing at the green hills outside the sweet windows of the studio.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virgina A.

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

Had a good time

Great private time for sure So much to look at and perfect for hikeing andscouting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Isolated resting place

Great place to get away and just rest and breathe the country air.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanta B.

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

Wonderful stay

This was our second stay at this cottage. The surroundings, for miles are incomparable, and with all the rain this winter the presence of new lakes, ponds and rivulets was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Great Little Hideaway

Great little hideaway on the backroads of Valley Ford. Would stay in this rustic little studio again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Dont miss this spot!!

Awesome, super quiet and relaxing! Close to all spots we wanted to explore! Kitchen well equipped! Will stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andreas g.

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

Nice quiet getaway location

Spent a few days here and enjoyed the peace and quiet. Also close to bodega bay for whale watching or visiting the beach. Schoolhouse has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Wonderful country cottage

This sweet place was exactly what we were hoping for. Private, quiet, clean, simple and in nature. The cottage had everything we needed to be comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. Stephen is responsive and a great host. We will so be back to this wonderful spot. Just a short drive to the beach and amazing restaurants. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Get away

It was very quiet and private. The location was central to all the quaint beach towns that we visited. And close to the redwoods for a beautiful hike.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

heavenly time away

very special peaceful place. I walked in and said, " I want a month here! "
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette P.

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

Nice place for a writing retreat

I stayed here for a solo writing retreat. It was quiet, cozy, and I enjoyed watching families of deer and wild turkeys right outside the window. The cute little town of Valley Ford is nearby. The studio is small but perfect for 1-2 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAELA G.

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

Perfect Getaway

The location was perfect, out of the way and near everything we wanted to see. Beautiful wildlife and gee tree at ocean sounds. Perfect spot to sneak away from the busy life and slow down and. Enjoy the surroundings. Thank you so very much for the pleasant stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Peaceful

This was such a great place to unwind and unplug. The surrounding areas were beautiful, and the wildlife was amazing. Already trying to figure out a trip back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken Z.

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

Great place for the price

Lots of wildlife, from deer, turkeys, Hawks, quail and lots more. Short drive to Dillion Beach. We also hiked Pinnacle Gulch to the beach. Which no one was at the beach and the dog was aloud.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was cozy and comfy. Nice and quiet the TV had variety of stations. I’d like the fruit trees and the hills all around. I also liked the enclosed patio area to enjoy your coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. I would like to go back and stay a while👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

Lovely western Sonoma getaway

A great little cottage, equally well-situated for jaunts to Bodega Bay and the coast as well as to wineries closer to Santa Rosa and Sebastopol. We encountered an electrical issue during our stay, but Stephen was very responsive and resolved the issue as quickly as possible. Would return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024