Charmingly rustic, the town of Guerneville (pop. 4,534) mixes towering redwoods, cool river waters, laid-back attitudes, and Sonoma Wine Country delights in a pleasing blend that makes it a popular destination, as well as an established gay vacation resort.
Guerneville has always been a vacation getaway for San Franciscans — by train in the 1870s to the 1930s, and by car through the 1950s. In the 1970s it became a welcoming resort area for Bay Area gay men and lesbians.
Today, visitors stay in cozy cabins, uniquely rustic resorts, campgrounds, vacation rentals, and other lodgings. They can choose to eat at trendy restaurants, food stands, or hip cafes reminiscent of the flower-power era.
And with more than 50 wineries within a 20-minute drive, wine tasting in the cool-climate Russian River Valley wine region is definitely a must for wine lovers.
With canoes, kayaks, inner tubes, umbrellas, and beach chairs available for rent, Johnson's Beach provides the main river access in downtown Guerneville, within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Visit the awe-inspiring, 805-acre Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, two miles north of Guerneville's Main Street. Walk among the serene, majestic beauty of California coast redwoods, some of the world's tallest living things. It can be a transforming experience.
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It's impossible to visit Sonoma County's Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve and not be transformed, however briefly, by the magnificence of nature. Beneath this redwood forest's magnificent...
Charming, rustic, and quirky, the town of Guerneville blends towering redwoods, cool river waters, laid-back attitudes, and Sonoma Wine Country delights in a fanciful mix. Visitors stay in cozy cabins...
Many a thirsty traveler has undoubtedly emerged from a winding, redwood-shaded drive up Highway 116 to cross the Russian River and arrive in downtown Guerneville, only to wonder, 'So, where are all...
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Immerse yourself in the best of nature and agriculture in the Russian River Valley Resort Area in Sonoma County – just minutes from the popular vacation destination town of Guerneville, CA. close to…
Updated Classic Vacation Home, Seasonal Swimming Pool (May-Sept only, unheated) with Cabana, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Loungers, Fenced Yard, Gas Grill, Outdoor Dining. Pellet Stove, Air Conditioner, 3 TV's.…
Come visit us in the historic Guerneville Bank Club in downtown Guerneville. Leandra and Jazmin, the sisters behind Nimble & Finn's, find inspiration for their innovative handmade ice cream at local…
Sweet Little Riverfront Log Cabin, Spectacular River Views, Fireplace, *Seasonal (Ju;y-Aug) Dock & Boats, Fenced Yard, Hot Tub; Walk to DuBrava, Garden Grill, Playground, River Beaches, Downtown;…
Large families and work retreats, get ready for an adventure in the redwoods! Starlight Retreat is comprised of two charming homes about 100 yards apart - Starlight and Starbright. Each has a hot tub…
Contemporary Slice of Heaven, Plenty of Space, Central to Everything Guerneville, Central Heat & Air, 2 Fireplaces, Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Sunny Decks; Flat Walk to Downtown Guerneville, River Beaches;…
High Above the Hustle and Bustle, yet Close to Town, Luxurious Contemporary River Bungalow, Private, Sweeping Russian River Valley View. Gas Fireplace, HT, Fully Fenced, Landscaped Garden, Loungers.…
Experience the beauty of the Russian River Valley wine country at Redwood Lane Retreat! Situated high above the Drake Estates neighborhood, offering breathtaking views of Williams Selyem Vineyards and…