Erinleigh by the Sea ~ Riverfront Getaway

Erinleigh by the Sea offers a romantic couple’s dream at sea level. Awake to the sounds of blue heron, river otters, bald eagles, harbor seals, the river, and waves. Skip traffic! This small getaway jewel shares its address with the best of the Pacific Coast and Sonoma County. The space Relax and contemplate the surrounding beauty from this cottage hideaway. The Russian River is your front yard, and Pacific Ocean is just around the bend. So, bring your kayak or rent one, pack a picnic, and walk the oceans’ edge, hike a trail or two, and view life a little differently. Located in view of "Penny Island" – a bird and wildlife sanctuary - in the Russian River Estuary in Jenner by the Sea on the California coast, guests praise the views, quick walk to fabulous food, and access to miles of trails and beaches to explore. Know Before You Book: Maximum Occupancy and Quiet Hours: The maximum occupancy at Erinleigh by the Sea is 2 people not including kids under 3 years old. Quiet hours are from 9:00 pm until 7:00 am. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times. A Note About Our Cleaning Fees: Thank you for supporting our local business! When you stay with us, you support local families at work. We think everyone deserves a decent living wage, and we make sure to set the rates and fees so that our cleaners earn a living wage in beautiful Sonoma County. Parking: There is parking for a maximum of 2 vehicles along the fence and in front of the garage. The garage is not available for parking. RVs, trailers, and campers are prohibited, per the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance. Bed Sizes: Bedroom: Queen bed. Heating: There is a propane “woodstove” which heats the whole cabin plus a smaller bathroom heater. Cooling: The house does not have air conditioning. Being at the coast, the nighttime temps drop and just opening some windows is usually enough to cool the house. There is a ceiling fan. Kitchen: Erinleigh by the Sea does not have a dishwasher or garbage disposal as it’s on a septic system. The kitchen is fully stocked (minus groceries) for your stay. Bathrooms: The bathroom includes a shower over a classic cast iron bathtub. Washer/Dryer: This home does not provide a washer/dryer. Location: Properties along Hwy 1 are a mix of permanent residents and vacation rentals, families, working folks, hotels, resorts, restaurants, and shops. To honor this balance, we ask guests to park only in the spaces described above and respect the quiet hours in addition to general family-friendly, residential neighborhood expectations. Your actions along the estuary greatly impact our environment. Thank you for helping to continue the tradition of a mutually beneficial relationship between vacation rentals, local community, and nature! Road and Other Noise: Erinleigh by the Sea is located directly next to and below the Hwy 1. Traffic is busiest on fair weather weekends and tends to quiet in the evenings. Not as much of the traffic noise carries to the house as it is situated below the road and there are new windows, but sound carries across the water, and you’ll hear life music from Café Aquatica and folks paddling the estuary during the day. Wildlife and waves can be noisy too! Road to Erinleigh by the Sea: No matter how you get here, the last part of your journey is along Hwy 1 which is twisty and turny in sections. With drivers in a hurry and taking their time. Please be cautious when pulling onto and off the road. Rural Setting and Critters: We live in a rural area with ants, spiders, rodents, and larger critters from raccoons and mountain lions to bears. While we make the best effort to protect against them from coming into homes, we also do not use poison where it can harm wildlife, pets, and children. And keeping all critters out is simply not possible. We appreciate your help in putting tasty smelling items into refrigerators, proper disposal of trash, and understanding that ants (especially) come in without warning and may not have been present at the time of cleaning. Cell Phones: Please be aware that many cell phones will not have service at this location. There is wifi. Stairs: While the living areas in the house are all one level, there is a flight of stairs from the parking area to the front door. Please look at the photos if stairs are a concern. Pet Policy: No Pets. Service animals are always accommodated under the ADA. Fencing: The area between the house and Hwy 1 is fenced with a locking gate. The rest of the property is not fenced. A Note About TVs: The Smart TV has Netflix, Amazon Video, Hulu, and hundreds of streaming channels. Guests are welcome to bring their login info for these apps. The television does not have cable services. River Access: While perched above the river, there is not direct access to the water from the house. The Jenner Boat Launch is 0.2 miles from the house and the perfect (safe) location to launch your kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard. Conditions vary from year to year and can change rapidly – use your best judgement to determine your risk level and comfort in the water/physical activity. Walking Distances: Jenner “C” Store: 0.1 mi Café Aquatica: 0.2 mi Jenner Visitor’s Center and Boat Launch: 0.2 mi River’s End Restaurant and Bar: 0.4 mi Driving Distances: Proximity to wineries: Fort Ross Vineyard’s Tasting Room is 7.9 mi up the coast, but you’re also 18 miles to world-renowned wineries on Westside Road. Nearest River Access: The Jenner Boat Launch is 0.2 miles from the house. Nearest Ocean Beach: There are so many to choose from: Jenner Beach: 1 mi; Russian Gulch: 3.1 mi; Shell Beach: 6 mi; Goat Rock State Park: 4 mi; and more. Jenner Headland’s Preserve (Hiking): 2 mi Fort Ross Historic State Park: 11.6 mi Golf Courses: Northwood Golf Course in Monte Rio: 10 mi; The Links at Bodega Harbour: 13.1 mi. Santa Rosa Airport: 28 mi. Closest Towns: Restaurants, shopping, groceries, fun! Duncan’s Mills: 5 mi Monte Rio: 8.9 mi Downtown Guerneville (Safeway Supermarket): 13 mi Bodega Bay: 10.7 mi Bodega: 16.3 mi Valley Ford: 19.2 mi Sebastopol: 23.7 Recent Reviews for Erinleigh by the Sea (under prior management): Second time staying here and it didn’t fail to meet up to the incredible memories we had from our last stay seven years ago. One of my top favorite airbnbs of all time. By Margo W – stayed Aug 2024 This is the third time I've stayed at Erinleigh. Peaceful, welcoming, quiet, clean, and bright. This stylish vacation home is *thankfully devoid* of airbnb-typical staged word art and cheap furnishings. The bed is medium-firm and the dining and kitchen areas perfectly proportioned for the scale of the unit. If I had to critique: The bathroom is the weakest part of the unit. It's dimly lit. Sink is dual faucet with spigots that are too close to the sink bowl. The clawfoot bathtub/shower, while antique-y, is cramped and somewhat cumbersome to get in and out of. The standout feature is the porch that extends out over the Russian River. During a previous stay, I was awakened by the call of a pair sea lions swimming past the porch. On this last trip a family of 5 river otters swam past the unit looking for breakfast. There are usually a variety of birds around. The sound of the ocean soothes the soul when sitting out on the porch. Verdict: Will stay again. By Todd D – stayed Aug 2024 This rental was great. Serene and peaceful location. The house was clean and tidy and had all the necessary amenities etc. We will come back again soon! :) By Frank D – stayed Aug 2024 The house was lovely, and right on the water as promised. The house was comfortable and more than enough space for two people. Very easy check-in and out, and clean. By Vicki S – stayed Aug 2024 Perfection, look no further if you want to be in Jenner. The nightly rate is quite steep; but the property is very lovely. I would highly recommend it if you are able to afford the price. By Francesca S – stayed Jul 2024 This is a wonderful little cottage right on the Russian river. It has great views and is pretty much right in Jenner. The place was quiet, clean and comfortable. The only thing that I would say, is that there is no door on the hallway side of the bedroom or curtains on the French doors. So, for those on different sleep or work schedules, this may be an issue. Other than that, it was a wonderful stay. By Eric B – stayed Jul 2024 Loved this place! We celebrated our 10th anniversary with wife there. We loved the quietness and views! We plan to visit this place again in the near future! By Aram M – stayed Jun 2024 We had a wonderful stay at a beautiful location. The house was perfect for the our 2-day getaway. The views are stunning and falling asleep to the lapping of the river against the shore was a little slice of heaven. By Thomas A – stayed Jun 2024 Erinleigh by the Sea was everything as described and more! The perfect get away for a couple. Comfortable, cozy, and clean, it is simply a gem. Be sure to go to River’s End restaurant. We walked. Very romantic, delicious food/wine, and impeccable service. By Peter B – stayed May 2024 I had a wonderful stay here. The view, the location, the house itself was all absolutely perfect. Very peaceful and quiet tucked away from the road. Will definitely be coming back. By Kailey D – stayed May 2024 This was a great little getaway for me and my wife. It was great to relax on the back deck while watching the seals, otters, and birds. The view is amazing. We would definitely recommend this stay and would return ourselves. Loved!! By Randy L – stayed May 2024 Everything was exactly as pictured - beautiful, clean and very nicely appointed. Check-in was smooth. Thank you, we had a lovely stay!! By Susan S – stayed Apr 2024 The cabin was a perfect 5 day getaway. Clean, cozy, charming decor and amazing views! Our weather was kinda rainy while there but we soon determined that didn’t matter one bit. By Peg B – stayed Apr 2024 This was the perfect getaway for our little family. It was peaceful, clean, and in the best location. The kitchen was stocked with every utensil that we needed. By Madison E – stayed Mar 2024 Really enjoyed everything about this place! The location was perfect and private. We ate lunch and dinner at local restaurants that were recommended to us. The kitchen was fully stocked for breakfast. The view is unbelievable on its own, but being able to watch the sunset was the cherry on top. Will be back! By Angelina R – stayed Feb 2024 Beautiful view, quiet location. We enjoyed our stay. By Stacy B – stayed Feb 2024 The location is everything! This is a peaceful cabin right by the water (and I do mean right by the water). They have a quaint gas fireplace in the living room, and the kitchen-ware and kitchen utensils are good quality (not an afterthought). By Rish S – stayed Jan 2024 Sonoma County TOT Number: 3110 Other things to note SAME DAY RESERVATIONS: We are unable to accommodate same-day online reservations past 9am. It should not happen, but in case the system is allowing you to book for same-day arrival and it is after 9am, please reach out to us before completing your reservation. Our office closes at 5pm. If it is after 5pm, please do not complete your reservation; no one will be available to process your reservation and prepare for your arrival. HOUSE RULES: The homes we manage are private residences, beloved by their owners and located in resi-dential neighborhoods. Please help us, Airbnb, and the vacation rental industry at large by treating the home and the neighborhood with care. Here is a quick list of the most important rules (see below for our complete terms and conditions): -No parties, gatherings or events. The maximum occupancy is strictly set by the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance, and exceeding the max occupancy can result in hefty fines and loss of permit. -Excessive noise, including no outdoor amplified sound, is not allowed at any time. Observe Quiet Hours, which are between 9 pm and 8 am. -Park mindfully. Parking in certain neighborhoods is scarce, certain spots that look like street parking are claimed by neighboring houses. We do our best to provide details on where to park, and if there is any question, please ask. No RVs or trailers. -This home does not allow pets, including daytime pet visitors. -Treat the home and homeowner’s possessions with respect and report any damages to our office right away. Please don’t hesitate to ask us any questions about our policies. We look forward to hosting you! VACATION RENTAL CONTRACT TERMS & CONDITIONS: Here are our full terms and conditions. A link to these will be provided to confirmed guests, or you can check back here on the listing to reference these house rules and other booking terms. Thank you for tak-ing the time to read! And, please share with additional guests. OCCUPANCY: The maximum occupancy, equal to the number of people the home sleeps, is the maximum number of people, including children over the age of 3, (infants age 2 and under do not count towards occupancy) allowed at the property at all times. The maximum occupancy for a vacation rental is mandat-ed by the Sonoma County Vacation Rental Ordinance and is strictly enforced. In the event the maximum occupancy is exceeded, RRVH (full business name Russian River Vacation Homes or RRVH for short) reserves the right to charge at least a minimum $500 violation penalty, plus any costs incurred by RRVH and/or the property owner as a result of the ordinance violation, excessive wear and tear to the property, extra cleaning, and damages to the property and/or surrounding properties. In general, two additional day guests are allowed at no extra cost, as long as RRVH has given Guest prior written approval (excludes certain homes). RRVH reserves the right to terminate the reservation immedi-ately without refund if the maximum occupancy is exceeded. No campers, RV’s, tents, or trailers are allowed on the premises. AGE REQUIREMENTS: Guests must be 21 years or older to rent or check in to a vacation rental. PARKING: Vehicles must be parked either on the premises or on street parking directly in front of the property. No campers, RV’s, tents, or trailers are allowed on the premises. NOISE: Per county ordinance, quiet hours are between 10:00pm and 8:00am and no outdoor amplified sound is allowed on the premises at any time. In addition, loud or unruly behavior is restricted by a local ordinance, whether or not the maximum occupancy is exceeded, and may result in citation or arrest by local law enforcement. Neighborhood disturbances caused by Guest and their invitees puts the home’s permit to operate as a vacation rental in jeopardy. Guests who continue to engage in excessively loud and unruly behavior after being asked to stop by either law enforcement or a RRVH representative are also in violation of the ordinance and this agreement, and may be asked to vacate the premises immediately without refund. PET POLICY: No Pets Allowed. Guest agrees that no pets will be on the property at any time. Guests who bring an animal to a home that does not allow pets will be assessed an additional charge, which may in-clude carpet and furniture cleaning, flea-bombing and damage charges. Failure to promptly remove a pet from a no-pets-allowed home may result in the immediate termination of the reservation, without refund. DAMAGE WAIVER: There is a non-refundable Damage Waiver fee for all reservations, already included in the rental fee. The damage waiver covers up to $3000.00 of unintentional damages to real or personal property of the rental unit that occurs during the stay. Any damages that exceed $3,000.00 will be charged to the guest directly. The damage waiver does not cover replacement of missing items, additional housekeeping charges, intentional damage or gross negligence, or damages resulting from a violation of the rules outlined in this agreement. To ensure that they are not charged for any damages, Guest is re-sponsible for reporting any accidental damages to RRVH prior to check-out. PAYMENT OF RENT AND FEES: Payments for the following fees are made through Airbnb: Rental Fee, Cleaning and Linens Fee, 12% Sonoma County Transient Occupancy Tax, Damage Waiver Fee and Airbnb’s Guest Service Fee. RRVH may charge higher rates for bookings made on 3rd party platforms, such as Airbnb, to cover additional costs associated with listing on the platform. Payments for additional services, such as rental items, travel insurance or additional nights will be paid and collected through the Airbnb platform. OPTIONAL VACATION RENTAL INSURANCE: Vacation Rental Insurance is available for your reservation. Va-cation Rental Insurance reimburses for pre-paid, non-refundable expenses due to certain unforeseeable circumstances that may jeopardize your vacation investment and force you to incur unplanned expenses. We strongly recommend you purchase this valuable protection. You may add Vacation Rental Insurance to your trip by contacting us directly. DATE CHANGES: Guest may opt to change the reservation to different dates within one year of the original arrival date by informing us in writing no later than 2 weeks prior to the original arrival date. If the reser-vation is moved to dates that fall within a time period that rents at a lower rate, no refunds will be given. All high-season rates, holiday rates and night minimums will apply to any changed dates, and special offers and discounts are only transferable to dates that fall within the valid time frame. A $40 change date fee applies. SWITCHING HOMES: Reservations are not transferable between homes. If Guest decides to switch the res-ervation to a different home, the switch is considered a cancellation and the cancellation policy applies. If the original home booked becomes unavailable or uninhabitable, RRVH reserves the right to relocate the Guest to comparable accommodations as determined by RRVH and agreed to by the Guest. Guest agrees that RRVH shall not be held liable for any sequential or secondary damages, including but not limited to relocation or additional travel expenses or for any other loss. REFUNDS: No refunds will be given for Cancellation or Interruption that occurs due to inclement weather. Nor will refunds be given for any occurrence out of RRVH’ control including, but not limited to, power outages and loss of phone or internet service. CHECK-IN and CHECK-OUT: Guests failing to abide by check-in and check-out times will be assessed a charge of one night’s rent. Guaranteed paid early check-ins and pre-paid late check outs are possible dur-ing our off-season (October 1st to April 30th), depending on availability. Paid early check-ins and late check-outs must be arranged at least 24 hours in advance. VACATING THE HOME: -Remove all trash & recycling from home. Place in appropriate outside cans/bins. -Wash all dishes and leave drying in the dishrack. If the home is equipped with a dishwasher, you may leave the dishwasher running. -Clean up any messes or spills that may have occurred during your stay. -Put all furniture and home items back in place. -Check for any personal items. -Turn off lights, heaters, and secure the home. -Return any keys and/or remotes to their starting location. CLEANING: The cleaning fee covers the cost of a ‘normal’ after-guest cleaning. In the event that the home requires more cleaning than deemed normal, the additional cleaning hours will be charged to guest at the rate of $30.00 per hour. Common reasons for extra cleaning charges: extra trash removal, cleaning food spills, excessive pet hair removal from furnishings, picking up cigarette butts or other trash. Most extra cleaning costs are not covered by the damage waiver. MID-STAY CLEANING: We require mid-stay cleans for stays longer than 13 nights. The online booking sys-tem will not automatically add mid-stay cleans, so we will contact you to add the cleaning to your stay after the reservation is made. Mid-stay cleanings cost between $60 and $90, depending on the size of the home. For stays 13 nights or less, mid-stay cleaning is available upon request, at a rate of $30 per hour. Please contact our office if you would like to add additional cleaning services on to your stay. MISSING/DAMAGED ITEMS: Items provided with the vacation home must remain at the home at all times. Guests are responsible for the replacement and labor costs for any missing items. Accidental damages up to $3000 are covered by the damage waiver, see details above. HOME AMENITIES: All homes are privately owned and equipped for basic vacation needs. The homes are furnished at the minimum with sheets, blankets, pillows, bathing towels, basic cooking utensils, and char-coal or propane grills. Supplies included with your stay: bar soap, laundry soap, dish/dishwasher soap, sponge, kitchen garbage bags, basic cleaning supplies, shampoo and conditioner, and toilet paper (1 roll per person the home sleeps) and paper towels (1 full roll per kitchen) are supplied at all homes. See the home’s amenities list for details. There is a local Safeway if you need to purchase additional supplies dur-ing your stay. Most homes with a wood burning stove or fireplace do not provide firewood. PHONE: All of our homes have a landline as cell phone service can be spotty in our area. The phone num-ber and details on the service are provided with the arrival instructions. If the home phone offers local call only, you need a calling card and/or credit card to make long distance calls. If it states unlimited calls in US, the home’s phone has free nationwide long distance. MAINTENANCE: RRVH routinely inspects homes for maintenance issues and wear and tear. Even so, Guest should inspect the rental property upon arrival and report any pre-existing problems to RRVH within 2 hours of check-in. Maintenance problems in the home will be handled in a timely and professional man-ner. In no event will we issue a refund for a problem we had no opportunity to resolve. Although each property is completely equipped for rental purposes, we cannot accept responsibility for aesthetic con-flicts. When guests are unable to preview vacation home, guests accept such property as described and hold the agency harmless for any discrepancies upon taking occupancy. PROPERTY MANAGER AND OWNER REPRESNTATIONS ENTERING PROPERTY: Occasionally, the Owner or their designated representative(s), including housekeeper, caretaker, or repair person, may enter the property at any reasonable time for inspections, routine maintenance or repairs with advance notice if possible, to Guest via email, text or phone call. Pest Control, landscape and pool and hot tub, utility and maintenance personnel may enter the grounds of the property at any time, without prior notice. Staff may visit the home to check on safety issues or violations of rental terms and conditions Propane BBQS: Guests are responsible for cleaning BBQs after use. Food remnants or excessive grease splattered on the BBQ grill may result in an extra cleaning charge. Guest is responsible for following any specific instructions posted in the home or at the grill. We make every effort to ensure that there is at least one spare full propane tank at the property prior to guest arrival. Upon arrival, check the tank. If the spare tank is empty, it can be exchanged at our office during business hours or you may have tank filled and exchanged at a different location. You can submit a receipt to our office for reimbursement. Keep the valve on the tank closed and the gas off to the BBQ when the BBQ is not in use. BOATS AND DOCKS: Guest uses all boats, docks and water related amenities at their own risk. Guest will not hold homeowner, RRVH, or any of their agents responsible for loss or injury as a result of their use. If the home you rented comes with boats and/or a dock, the following terms apply: Boats and most docks are only available when the summer dams are in, approximately mid-June through September. Summer dam installation and removal is out of our control and is subject to change. RRVH does not guarantee the availability of boats or docks. If boats are provided and available, guests are responsible for boats during their stay and will keep all boats properly stored and locked when not in use. In the event that a boat goes missing during the course of their stay, Guests will be billed the cost of replacement. LEFT ITEMS: RRVH is not responsible for any items left behind. Please make sure you remove all personal items before departing. There is a $20 service fee plus shipping charges to retrieve and return items. SMOKING: Smoking is not allowed in any of our homes. If smoking inside does occur during your stay, RRVH will charge an extra cleaning charge of $500. HOT TUBS AND POOLS: To see if the home you rented provides either a hot tub or a pool, refer to the home’s web listing. Guest will not hold the homeowner or RRVH responsible for any accidents or medical conditions that may occur from using the hot tub/spa and/or pool. All hot tubs and pools are routinely and professionally serviced. If the home is equipped with a hot tub and/or pool, the guest is responsible for maintaining it in good condition. Guest requests for extra pool or hot tub service may be at the Guest’s expense. In the event that the water is found to be contaminated after departure, the Guest may be responsible for the cost of draining and cleaning the hot tub and/or restoring the pool to usable condition. Use of the hot tub or pool that is considered non-malicious but still results in additional service is covered by damage waiver. Malicious use is not covered. Due to our remote location and difficulty in securing parts in a timely manner, RRVH cannot guarantee the function of a hot tub or pool. No monetary adjustments will be made for any malfunction RRVH did not have the oppor-tunity to resolve, nor for any malfunction due to user error and/or misuse. TRASH: Guests are responsible for putting their garbage outside in the cans the night before garbage day. Please recycle as much as possible. Guest must put trash and recycling bins out on the street the night before for early pick-up the next morning. If guest fails to put the garbage out, Guest agrees to pay the cost of trash removal. USE OF PROPERTY: Our vacation rentals are for accommodation only. Commercial use of the property is strictly prohibited unless RRVH has given prior written approval. This includes, but is not limited to, movie production, professional photography shoots, retreats for which the Guest has advertised and been paid by participants, and any activity related to marijuana production. Use of the property for a commercial enterprise (legal or illegal) will result in immediate termination of the booking without refund. Guest will be responsible for all costs associated with bringing the property back to its original condition plus an administration charge of 20% of the restoration costs, or $500, whichever is greater. ONSITE MONITORING DEVICES: For the safety and security of guests and the home, some homes have on-site devices such as security cameras and noise monitors. Check the Know Before You Book section of the home’s online description for specific information on any devices located at the home you booked. Any attempt to turn off, damage, disrupt or remove these devices will lead to fines and/or eviction without a refund. LIABILITY: Guest agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the homeowner, RRVH, and their agents from any loss or personal injury suffered by vacationer or his or her guests or invitees in relation to the rental of the vacation home including, but not limited to, the use of recreation amenities such as hot tubs, pools, tram-polines, boats, docks and play structures. Guest shall immediately inform RRVH upon learning of any un-safe or hazardous conditions. 24/7 GUEST EMERGENCY CONTACT: In the event of maintenance emergency or any other matter that cannot wait until our regular business hours, use our emergency phone extension, provided after you re-serve. Please note that we do not monitor our Airbnb inbox after-hours so any message left there will not be received until our office reopens. All rules outlined above and posted on premises must be adhered to by guests and their invitees. Upon request we will mail, e-mail or fax a copy of these rules to you.