Perched on a hillside in Bennett Valley, Van Keppel Ranch offers serene views of the surrounding landscape from its 270 degree windows. With a hot tub at 103 degrees and acres of meadowland to explore, you can unwind and connect with nature. The property also features two historic barns home to barn owls, heritage oak trees, three natural springs and unobstructed views of Mt Saint Helena.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms297 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views)
Summary: Enjoy peace and quiet at Mountcrest Ranch in the beautiful Bennett Valley. Property includes a newly renovated 4 bedroom/3 bath home with decks overlooking seasonal pond and surrounding wildlife, two historic barns and your own meadow.
The Space: The home is perched on a hillside with 270 degree views and floor to ceiling windows in the common areas decorated in a modern, minimalist style. Multiple outdoor decks including a hot tub make enjoying time outdoors comfortable.
Sleeping Arrangements: With the inclusion of sleeper sofas, the home can sleep up to 14 guests. There are 4 bedrooms, and additional sleeping options are spread throughout the house, including:
1 double sleeper sofa off the kitchen 1 double sleeper sofa in the separate suite 1 single sleeper in the second bedroom 1 single sleeper in the atrium off the primary bedroom
Please note: while the double sleeper sofas are perfect for kids or smaller guests to share, they may feel a bit snug for two full-grown adults. We’ve thoughtfully set the home’s pricing to reflect this, so you can enjoy the space with flexibility for groups of all sizes.
Air mattresses can also be provided upon request—just let us know ahead of time!
Guest Access: Mountcrest Ranch includes a seasonal pond with dock, acres of meadowland, heritage oak trees, three natural springs, access to Taylor Mountain Regional Park affording miles of hiking, and unobstructed views of the surrounding valley and Mt. Saint Helena to the north. Two historic barns are home to a family of barn owls. Deer and turkey roam the property along with other wildlife.
The Neighborhood: Mountcrest Ranch is located just outside the city limits of Santa Rosa which makes it both convenient and serene. You are 2 minutes from Bennett Valley Golf Course, 5 minutes from Whole Foods, 15 minutes from Graton Casino, 20 minutes from the town of Sonoma, 30 minutes from Calistoga, and only 1 hour drive from San Francisco. But you will feel miles away from everything.
Getting Around: While there is no public transportation serving the property, guests will enjoy easy access to Hwy 101 to San Francisco and Bennett Valley Road connecting you to the rest of Sonoma.
Other Things to Note: Extensive outdoor lighting makes the property come alive at night highlighting the barns and oak trees surrounding the house as well as the pathway leading to a dock overlooking the pond. There is a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom as well as a separate studio with ensuite bathroom in addition to the 2 bedrooms sharing one bath. The house is also equipped with central heating and air conditioning. However, please note that we limit the temperature settings using a Nest thermostat between 69-75 degrees.
Kindly note: We have a short rental agreement that outlines our house rules, which we’ll send after booking for your review and acknowledgment
LIC24-0921 TOT- 2331N
Interaction with Guests: Our team is available around the clock via phone/call/or text should you need any assistance. We do have local team members who can help on site if need be, and will do our best to accommodate.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
We expect that you will treat our house as your own and respect your surroundings. While your nearest neighbor is out of sight, we expect you will ...
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 22
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
About the neighborhood
Santa Rosa is home to this vacation home. Castello di Amorosa and Calistoga Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Safari West. Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Redwood Empire Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Visit our Santa Rosa travel guide
Is Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views) pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views)?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views) located?
Situated in Santa Rosa, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bennett Valley Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Spring Lake Park. Trione-Annadel State Park and Luther Burbank Home and Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Mountcrest Ranch (Hot Tub, Scenic Views) Reviews
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This location was the perfect place for a girls weekend, the views are beautiful and we were able to relax on the balcony and take so many amazing photos. Highly recommend!
Great place to stay! This place is beautiful and the views are amazing! Plenty of room for everyone. Host has great communication and thought of everything.
The property was beautiful & the host was very good about keeping us informed & gave us ideas of what to do in the area. There were 10 of us & we were very comfortable with plenty of rooms & bathrooms.
The perfect place for building community and visioning the future of our nonprofit. Rooms for everyone, beautiful views, wonderful kitchen, and super helpful hosts. Highly recommend for your next family or friends get away!
A must book location for your next wine country event
we had a fantastic stay here last weekend! We hosted friends and family pre wedding festivities and everyone was incredibly complimentary of the location, the decor and the functionality of the house. The location served as an amazing backdrop for our first look and family portraits. The hosts were also incredible in their communication - I would absolutely stay here again and recommend to friends.
Gorgeous property in Santa Rosa! Stayed here with 12 other girls for my sister's bachelorette party. It was truly the perfect place for our weekend! Beautiful views inside and out of the house, plenty of seating/beds. We had so much fun sitting on the deck by the fire pit each night. Would definitely recommend!
We came in town for a family wedding. The house easily fits 3 couples, 4 if they are comfortable sharing a hall bathroom. The location is really great! Ride sharing vehicles had no problem finding the house. You feel like you are on a remote ranch, but you are really only 5 minutes from amenities! The views are amazing!
We had an amazing time at this property. It was clean and beautiful and the host was very responsive and helpful by letting us check in early. The only slight issue was that I don’t believe this property comfortably sleeps 14 people. There are 4 rooms that comfortably sleep 8 adults and they do provide a couple air mattresses. However, the couches are not real pull out couches so they do not sleep adults comfortably. We had a full house with 14 adults and we made it work for a long weekend but I would keep this in mind if staying longer. Otherwise it was a great stay!!
This property is amazing. Exceeded our expectations. Nine girlfriends gathered to celebrate 50th birthdays. There was plenty of space for everyone. The views were amazing. A country setting but still close to town.
We stayed here with a group of 12 for a bachelorette. The property is very clean and all the appliances work as listed. The only issue is that the bathrooms are set up in such a way that of someone is showering, they have to close off the whole bathrooms from anyone else since there is no privacy wall between the shower and the sinks. That makes it just a little tough with so many people staying there. But overall we loved the place, the views are breathtaking, everything is clean, easy to use, and works well! It’s a pretty adorable taste and well situated to go to wineries like Sterling, Castillo, Rombauer etc. in Calistoga and St Helena area. Over all loved it and would highly recommend for large groups!
All 11 of us had the time of our life at this gorgeous property! Just minutes from town. Host was super responsive and the stay as a whole was amazing!
Wonderful Stay at this beautiful property . We were visiting the are for a few days . This place was perfect for relaxation and also very conveniently located to come of the wineries . The property is very private but it also provides easy access to supermarket and restaurants within 1 mile which is very convenient.
This place exceeded our expectations across the board! Very spacious home with incredible views. Couldn't have asked for a better property for our weekend trip!