Casago Sea Ranch & SonomaHomes

Russian River · Forestville

The Lazy Bear

1 bedroom · 1 bath · sleeps 4 · ★ 4.7 · 46 verified ratings

Hot tubDog friendlyA/C

The stay

Slip into the hot tub as redwoods sway overhead and the forest settles into evening quiet. This dog-friendly hideaway brings your pup along for riverside adventures — the Russian River flows just 0.2 miles away. Cozy up with 4 in this colorful cabin after wine tasting at Porter Creek (2.1 mi) or paddling from Burke's Canoe Trips. Your forest retreat sits minutes from Forestville's tasting rooms yet feels worlds away in the trees.

The space

Spend mornings on the deck as mist lifts off the Russian River, afternoons floating the river or visiting Korbel and Joseph Jewell tasting rooms, and evenings around the firepit with the day's bottles. A rust-orange leather sofa pulls in beside the electric fireplace as large windows frame the surrounding forest. A wall-mounted TV is ready for movie nights, and a patterned area rug anchors the room. The galley pairs natural wood and white cabinets with dark counters and a turquoise vintage-style fridge — a small footprint that punches above its weight. The dining nook sets four on built-in bench seating beneath a cheerful red gingham cloth. OUTDOOR LIVING Multi-level decks transform the sloped forest site into outdoor rooms. Gather around the fire table in Adirondack chairs on the upper deck, then descend to the lower level where a white clawfoot hot tub waits beneath the tree canopy. A gas grill stands ready, and mature trees provide complete privacy. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS The main bedroom features a king bed in classic plaid beneath exposed beams. A basement sleeping area offers a queen bed with vintage furnishings. Sleeps four. PROPERTY AMENITIES -- Private clawfoot hot tub -- Central AC -- Full kitchen and gas grill -- Electric fireplace -- Dog-friendly (max 2 dogs) -- Parking for 2 vehicles

Amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Wifi
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • BBQ grill
  • Patio or balcony
  • Outdoor seating (furniture)
  • TV
  • Laptop friendly workspace
  • Bed linens
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Cookware
  • Desk
  • Dining table
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Freezer
  • Hair dryer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Private entrance
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided

Neighborhood

Your cabin sits in a quiet forest pocket of Forestville, where the Russian River flows just 0.2 miles away at Forestville River Access. Walk your pup to Mother's Beach (0.2 mi) for a riverside picnic, or drive 5 minutes to Steelhead Beach Regional Park (1.7 mi) for swimming and kayaking. Wine tasting awaits at Porter Creek Vineyards (2.1 mi), Gary Farrell (1.7 mi), and Moshin Vineyards (1.8 mi) — all within a 10-minute drive through vineyard-lined roads. For provisions, Sam's Market sits just 0.3 miles away. Dine at the Russian River Pub (0.9 mi) for casual fare or drive to Thomas George Estates (2.7 mi) for wine and food pairings. The West County Regional Trail entrance (3.2 mi) offers 5.5 miles of paved paths through farms and vineyards. Burke's Canoe Trips launches their famous 10-mile river floats right from Forestville. This is where wine country meets river recreation — you're minutes from acclaimed tasting rooms yet surrounded by redwood forest tranquility.

Where you'll be

Forestville, CaliforniaExact address is sent after you book.

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Guest access

Soak in the clawfoot tub on the lower deck for a forest bathe, then drift up to the private hot tub above — the white scalloped paneling inside reads cottage-meets-cabin. You've got the whole cabin, dogs welcome, with multi-level decks carved into the sloped lot. Punch in the keypad code on arrival; park up at the road at the top of the stairs down to the cabin.

Things to know

• The cabin stays naturally cool thanks to the surrounding tree canopy, though central AC is available for warmer days. • Your pups will love exploring the multi-level decks and forest surroundings — just keep them leashed when venturing to the nearby river. • The outdoor clawfoot hot tub on the lower deck is a magical experience, especially at dusk when the forest comes alive with evening sounds. • Internet speeds of 283 Mbps down make remote work possible if you can resist the call of wine tasting and river adventures. • The stairs down from road parking to the cabin can be steep — pack light or make multiple trips. • The vintage turquoise appliance in the kitchen adds character to your cooking experience. • For the full Forestville experience, pick up fresh sourdough from Nightingale Breads for morning toast. • The primary renter must be 21 or older.

Permit & community rules

Sonoma County vacation rental license LIC24-1157 · TOT certificate 4966

Sleeps 4 (children under 3 not counted) · Parking for 1 vehicle

Quiet hours 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM · No outdoor amplified sound

Guest reviews

★ 4.7 · 46 verified ratings

14 written reviews available here

Rating history can include verified stays across booking sources.

  • Cleanliness5.0(7)
  • Accuracy5.0(7)
  • Check-in5.0(7)
  • Communication5.0(7)
  • Location4.9(7)
  • Value4.7(7)

Category scores cover a subset of written reviews, not every historical rating.

Verified guest

September 2026 · Airbnb

We had a great stay at the Lazy Bear and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a country getaway a very convenient distance from the City!

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

September 2026

Thank you, Jesse! We're thrilled to hear you had a great stay at Lazy Bear and appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful country getaway!

Verified guest

September 2026 · Airbnb

We had a wonderful time! We’ve stayed here a few times and will be back again! Love the hot tub, it’s the best

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

September 2026

Thank you, Angela! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the hot tub. We truly appreciate your loyalty and can’t wait to welcome you back for another stay! Safe travels until then!

Verified guest

August 2026 · Airbnb

Great cabin in the middle of gorgeous woods. Also really close to beaches on the Russian river: Mother's beach and Sunset Beach. The private jacuzzi was also a really pleasant amenity to have!

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

September 2026

Thank you, Dmitrii, for your wonderful feedback! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the cabin and its beautiful surroundings. I appreciate your suggestions and will address them to enhance future stays. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Verified guest

July 2026 · Airbnb

A darling little spot nestled in the trees. Beds were comfortable and cabin was nicely appointed. We appreciated the air conditioning, as it was fairly hot. Great location near beaches and quick drive into downtown Forestville or Guerneville. Hot tub was well kept. Will definitely be back!

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

August 2026

Thank you, Jill, for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your suggestions. We’re committed to making improvements and hope to welcome you back for another wonderful visit soon!

Verified guest

July 2026 · Airbnb

What a little gem! This cozy cabin tucked away in the woods was everything we hoped for and more. Waking up surrounded by nature was pure magic. Peaceful, charming, and the perfect place to unplug—we can’t wait to come back!

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

August 2026

Hi Ashley, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that the cozy cabin was everything you hoped for and that you enjoyed waking up surrounded by nature. It’s wonderful to know you found it peaceful, charming, and the perfect place to unplug and unwind. We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back!

Verified guest

June 2026 · Airbnb

What a wonderful little cabin! We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend getaway at this cabin. Though the cabin is small it had everything we needed, plenty of linens and towels, stocked kitchen, large outdoor space etc. I especially appreciated the books, games and even dart board on hand, plenty to keep us entertained. The bed was comfortable and loved having the option to use the AC. I would highly recommend!

Response from Sea Ranch & Sonoma Vacation Homes

August 2026

Thank you, Jennifer! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your weekend getaway and found everything you needed for a cozy stay. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful visit! 😊

from $597 for 2 nights
all fees included · before taxes