This cool wooden house, just north of San Francisco, was the dream of its interior-designer owner, who created every detail of it from scratch. We love the clean lines, high ceilings and open space.

A brand new modern home, designed almost completely by the owner, with great minimalistic and clean interior design and beautiful natural light. The house consists of open-plan living space with concrete floors, white walls and a two-story ceiling that give it the feel of a gallery space.

Two levels of large windows overlook a large outdoor terrace and garden. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a mezzanine TV/relaxing area that is reached by an elegant iron staircase from the main room.   

The design is seamlessly simple and modern. Furnishings are predominantly black and white, and decor is minimalistic and modern, allowing the abundant light and views to set the tone. The wooden beam ceiling creates a warm and organic feel.  

SONOMA ADJACENT GUERNVILLE

Guerneville is located in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County, California - a rustic community known for its wine tasting, redwood forests and laid-back attitudes. Main Street has great dining and nightlife, as well as a farmers' market.   If you fancy going farther afield, walk Guerneville's historic iron bridge to the park on the other side.

The 805-acre Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, two miles north of Main Street, is well worth a visit. Johnson's Beach is within walking distance of the restaurants and shops, and is the main river access for downtown Guerneville. Canoes, kayaks, inner tubes, umbrellas and beach chairs are available for rent.   Sonoma Coast State Beach is twenty minutes from Guerneville, and offers opportunities for beach combing, hiking and biking, bird watching, whale watching and fishing. There are also 50 wineries within a 20-minute drive of the town, including the world-famous Korbel Vineyards which are just a few minutes away.  

LOCATION  

Guerneville, Sonoma County, California. Nearest airport: Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS, 15 miles), but San Francisco International (SFO, 87 miles) is more practical.   

BEST TIME TO VISIT   March to September.