Situated on California’s northern coast is Sonoma County, one of the most beautiful and green areas in the entire state.  It is renowned for its numerous wineries and spectacular landscapes, making numerous areas of the county some very popular vacation destinations.  Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County amongst the redwood forests is the small town of Guerneville, a very popular vacation destination and camping area in the region.

Despite the fact that the town has a population of some 2,500 residents, it sees a lot of visitor traffic every year, primarily due to the fact that it is situated in the Russian River Valley, one of California’s main camping, fishing, and recreation areas.  There is a variety of hotels and lodging available throughout the area as well as all the outdoor venues, but it is well known for being the location of some of the nicest vacation home rentals in the state.

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Balalaika Guest Homes are surrounded by the lush redwood forest that Sonoma County is well known for and can offer the vacationer all the enjoyment and relaxation that they will find anywhere in the state.  Additionally, if you are an avid fisherman or woman, or love cruising down waterways, the Russian River is the perfect destination for you.  Canoe trips down the river as well as some of the best fishing that you will find in California is waiting for you when you rent one of our guest homes.

Don’t forget about the numerous wineries that are located within this region, which is another reason for vacationing here if you are a connoisseur of the grape.  The Korbel Winery is a popular favorite of many visitors and Sonoma County is a targeted wine tasting venue, all of which are located within a short drive of Balalaika Guest Homes.  However, the lists of adventurous opportunities don’t stop here.

For instance, you are in striking distance from a number of other attractions and events which include California State Park and Armstrong Woods, the Crab Festival, or the Jazz and Blues Festival.  Guerneville may be a small town, but it is a hub of activity complete with all the cafes and shops located there.  Boredom is definitely not a word that you can associate with the town or Sonoma County, and Balalaika Guest Homes will have you right in the heart of all of it.

Our vacation homes have all the amenities you could ever hope to find such as 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a sizeable kitchen, large living room, and room for up to eight people.  And don’t worry about groceries. There is a Safeway grocery store located in Guerneville which is open around the clock.  The prices of our vacation home rentals are amazingly affordable.  In fact, you can rent an entire home for the same price as most hotels in the area. Now there is no reason to rent a room when you can rent a complete home, amidst the lush verdant beauty of Sonoma County.

North of the San Francisco Bay Area and situated along Northern California’s Pacific shoreline is one of the state’s finest recreation and vacation gems – Sonoma County.  Whether it is a trip to the wineries, a Russian River float trip, shopping in quaint locations, or just relaxing on the deck of a vacation home, you will find it all in Sonoma County.  A vacation in the area is going to inspire you and refresh you.  You will come home having healed from the stresses of every day life and will be filled with life-long memories as well.

Nestled in this pristine coastal region is the town of Guerneville with its slow-lane attitude and the gateway to a number of nature’s finest features that will provide you with one of the best vacations you have ever experienced.  Whether you choose to stay in one of the numerous types of lodging facilities while visiting the town and surrounding areas or you just want to rough it outdoors, you will never be disappointed by what this popular vacation area has to offer.

Plan anything from a romantic couple’s getaway to a great family excursion.  It doesn’t matter what venue you are looking for.  It’s all waiting for you here in Sonoma County, California.  Let’s talk about what all you can experience in the area when you plan a vacation here.  The following are reasons to consider vacationing here in Guerneville:

Armstrong Woods in the redwoods – an 805-acre park that features one of the most prolific stands of redwood trees that you will find anywhere along the Pacific Coast.  The large outdoor amphitheater, magnificent redwood groves, picnic facilities, and self-guided walks through nature will leave you breathless.

California State Parks – there are nearly a dozen of these situated within the Sonoma County boundaries and each one is a unique experience worth encountering.  From Annadel State Park to Sugarloaf Ridge Park, you will never be disappointed when you explore any of these natural wonders.

Russian River – there is no better way to experience the Sonoma County outdoors than canoeing or kayaking down this magnificent waterway.  Camping and fishing experiences abound in the area as well.

The Korbel Winery and other Sonoma County vineyards – there is no secret about it.  Sonoma County is at the heart of California’s grape and wine industries and are a must-see experience for anyone visiting and vacationing in the area.  No matter which entity you visit, you won’t regret it.  However, the nearly 120-year old Korbel Winery is one that needs to be the #1 priority on your vacation agenda.

Although they are full day adventures Bodega Bay and San Francisco can be explored and either one of these destinations makes for an excellent day trip for romantic couples and families alike.  There is no end to the enjoyment when you visit either one of these popular venues.  If you want to appreciate the nature’s beauty at its finest then Bodega Bay is just the ticket.  On the other hand, if you want to see how architectural genius conquered a geographic challenge, then the city of San Francisco is just what the doctor ordered.

Come visit Balalaika Guest Homes if you would like the vacation of your dreams and a lifetime of memories in the process.

The small town of Guerneville, California is situated in the east central portion of Sonoma County and is home to numerous vacation opportunities.  It is nestled in the heart of wine country as well and is second only to Napa County for its production of some of the most sought after wines in the world.  You want to be sure and sample some of these fine wines by taking any of the numerous wineries located nearby.  Make sure that you put the Korbel Winery on your itinerary as this one has been in operation since 1882.

Guerneville is also the gateway to some of the finest outdoor vacation opportunities as well.  There are self-guided nature walks through the Armstrong Woods in the redwood forest and the Russian River is an excellent venue for canoe or kayak trips as well as a great fishery.  If it’s state parks that you love explore, you have quite a choice ahead of you as Sonoma County is home to 11 of California’s State Parks, everyone with its own special allure and great destinations for a day’s outing with the family.

Naturally, if you are planning a vacation in the area, you will no doubt be searching through a number of lodging choices available in town and there are plenty of options.  Guerneville hotels are few in number, but all of them are decent places to stay while vacationing in the Sonoma County region.  In addition to the hotels, other Guerneville lodging includes inns or resorts for those who like being pampered while they are on vacation.

If it is something a little cozier that you are looking for, Guerneville is also home to several B&B’s (Bed and Breakfast’s).  Between the Guerneville hotels, inns, resorts, and the B&B’s, there is something for everyone.  The area is the home of numerous lodging opportunities from the adventurous to the romantic.  Suffice it to say, whatever your lodging preference is, Guerneville has lodging options that will compliment your visit to the area.

If it is the great outdoors and spending a handful of days along the Russian River that you crave, there are 7 different campgrounds and 3 RV parks situated in Guerneville and the nearby towns of Duncan Mills and Forestville.  Naturally, the RV parks have a few more amenities to offer, especially if you enjoy sleeping indoors while spending time outdoors.  All of these are in close proximity to the Russian River and all of the recreational activities that it offers the visitor.

Regardless of all of the above, if you really want to enjoy your stay in the Guerneville area, consider spending a week at Balalaika Guest Homes.  These two story structures can accommodate up to 8 vacationers quite comfortably.  Additionally, the homes feature 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a full kitchen, huge living room area, and other amenities sure to make your stay a rewarding experience.

Each of these Balalaika Guest Homes is nestled under stands of towering redwood trees.  And they are surprisingly affordable so there is no need to stay in one of the Guerneville Hotels or other lodging facilities.  We invite you to check out the floor plans of these guest homes here at our site.  You will quickly realize why we always ask “Why rent a room when you can rent an entire house for the same price?”

Sonoma County’s western boundary is the Northern California Pacific Ocean shoreline, a climatically-impacting natural feature of the region as are all of California’s coastal areas.  But this area holds a special allure that only one or two other regions in the state have to offer, namely its wine industry.  Long known for the significant role that Sonoma County plays in the California wine industry, the region is home to more than 300 award-winning wineries and offers the connoisseur some of the best wine tasting opportunities found anywhere in the world today.

In so many words, Sonoma County is nothing short of a wine taster’s paradise, whether a professional or just an aficionado of the grape, and one of the great jumping off points for exploring some of the region’s finest wineries is the small town of Guerneville.  Located in the west central portion of Sonoma County, Guerneville has been around for nearly 150 years (founded by the Guerne family in the 1850’s) and the wine industry along with the Russian River and other tourism venues have helped the local economy survive some tough economic times in the past.

Any of the lodging facilities on the Hotels Guerneville circuit are great places to stay when vacationing in the region and make for an excellent “base camp” for the numerous wine tasting adventures that are literally at your fingertips.  By far, the Korbel Winery should be a priority wine-tasting destination on any Sonoma County vacation itinerary.  Founded by the Korbel Brothers (Czechoslovakian brothers) in 1882, it has been producing premium champagnes and sparkling wines since the very beginning.

What you need to be aware of is that the Sonoma County region of California is responsible for producing some of the finest wines that you will find anywhere in the world today because of the regions climate, soil, and sunshine.  Climate and soil accounts for 80% of a wine’s characteristics and the Sonoma County geography features the best of both worlds where those are concerned.

The Sonoma County climate is also one of the key reasons that the area is such a popular vacation destination.  However, don’t forget the fact that it is resplendent with magnificent redwood forests and the Russian River watershed dissects much of the central and northern portion of Sonoma County as well as its numerous tributaries.  But the real key is the wine industry which is much of the county’s economic driving force.

Although few in number, the Guerneville Hotels offer the comforts of home and several amenities that you probably hope to enjoy while vacationing.  However, if you are looking for more privacy and all the comforts of home, then we invite you to come experience what Balalaika Guest Homes has to offer the visitor.  With 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a full kitchen, and large family room, these vacation rentals have all the amenities of home.  And they are surprisingly affordable.  As we always say, “Why rent a room when you can rent an entire house for the same price?”

Guerneville Vacation Rentals, Comfort and Relaxation

Our Guerneville Vacation Rentals are just what you need if you want to step back into the slow lane and have one of the most enjoyable vacation experiences you could ever imagine and the town of Guerneville, California is awaiting your arrival. Founded by the Guerne family in the 1850’s, the town is situated in one of the state’s most pristine redwood forests in the east central portion of Sonoma County, the town is buzzing with relaxing seekers and vacationers of all ages during peak vacation periods in the warmer months of spring and summer, as well as into the early days of fall.

There are a number of accommodations and Guerneville Vacation Rentals to choose from between the California State Parks, the Russian River, numerous wineries and wine tasting opportunities.

There is no end to the enchantment that this area holds for it’s visitors. Whether you choose a B&B, cottage, hotel, one of the many Guerneville Vacation Rentals or if you just want to rough it outdoors, you will find whatever your heart desires for lodging and enjoying a peaceful nights rest after an active day venturing out into the landscape.

For all practical purposes, the town of Guerneville is the gateway to Paradise in that there are so many vacation venues to take in when you visit the town and the surrounding Sonoma County areas. If you are looking for a nice day to just visit the different shopping opportunities, spend a leisurely afternoon exploring Main Street in the heart of town. If the outdoors are beckoning, Armstrong Woods and it’s many self-guided walking trails are nearby as well. Or if you just want to relax for the day, the lodging opportunities in the area are second to none.

But if it is real adventure that you crave, then kayaking or canoing (as well as fishing) the Russian River is where you need to be. Nothing puts you in touch with nature more than an outdoor adventure somewhere in the Russian River Valley. This region is truly one of California’s vacation gems and appeals to the outdoor person in all of us. Enjoy trophy fishing or take a relaxing canoe troop through the river’s peaceful waters. And then when you have had your fill you can relax in the comfort of one Balalaika Guest Homes Guerneville Vacation Rentals or other Guerneville Accommodations.

Despite the numerous opportunities there are to spend your time in one of the other Guerneville Vacation Rentals, one of the areas best kept vacation secrets in all of Sonoma County is Balalaika Guest Homes. Situated amongst the towering stands of redwood trees and a stones throw from the Russian River, these Guerneville vacation rentals feature all the amenities of any of the Guerneville hotels and make a great “base camp” if you want to relax in the comfort of home.

Additionally, Balalaika Guest Homes are amazingly affordable and can accommodate up to 8 adults or a sizable family quite comfortably. Every one of our vacation home rentals features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a full-sized kitchen, and a huge living room area – all the bells and whistles you could ask for in a vacation home rental. Best of all, they are amazingly affordable which is why we always say – “Why would you want to rent a room when you can rent an entire house for the same price?”