Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella
Glen Ellen, Sonoma County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella Winner of 2024 VRBO Vacation Rental Of The Year! Acres of tranquil privacy with a large vineyard of world class Cabernet Sauvignon. Italian Riviera Villa in the heart of the California wine country. Perched atop its own small mountain, the magnificent Villa Montebella commands spectacular wine country views of two majestic valle...
Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella Winner of 2024 VRBO Vacation Rental Of The Year! Acres of tranquil privacy with a large vineyard of world class Cabernet Sauvignon. Italian Riviera Villa in the heart of the California wine country. Perched atop its own small mountain, the magnificent Villa Montebella commands spectacular wine country views of two majestic valleys and you can even see the San Francisco Bay from the top of the hill. The long private drive winds upward through a canopy of live oaks until the stunning Villa bursts into view surrounded first by a necklace of ten acres of terraced world class Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards then manicured lawns, exotic plants and beautiful gardens, highlighted by the sights and sounds of dozens of soaring palms gently swaying with the breeze. The only thing missing from this Italian inspired Villa is the Mediterranean Sea!The secluded property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of oaks and madrone trees with views of numerous vineyards in all directions. Enjoy your privacy in this oasis of tranquility where not even a single car can be heard in the distance and yet the entrance is just a mile away from world class dining and wineries. The unparalleled location is just the beginning. The estate features a massive seven thousand square foot wine cave filled with exotic art and complete with a game room with championship shuffleboard table, ping pong, air hockey and foosball. The prestigious main house features twenty foot high massive beamed ceilings with large skylights and a very large and lavish living room with fire place. There is a formal dining room, library and media room, a large master suite with an incredible tiled shower room with four shower heads fit for a sultan and two other bedrooms with fantastic views. The enormous kitchen features dual Viking ranges, three sinks, dual dishwashers, large Sub-Zero refrigerator and industrial sized outdoor gas grill. There is abundant seating around a central island plus two window benches and enough production capability to operate a fairly large restaurant. Perfect for gourmet cooks in your group or simply pick from our list of renowned local chefs on call to come and prepare a delectable meal on site*. The main house also features a spa facility with huge outdoor ten person sunken hot tub, steam and dry sauna rooms, lounge area where you can enjoy a massage, body treatment or any selection from our full spa menu*. Then stroll over to the exquisitely tiled forty-five foot outdoor *heated saltwater pool and lounging area and enjoy a relaxing swim with wonderful music provided by the multi-zone Sonos system that operates throughout most of the property.All bedrooms have Wi-Fi and Satellite television. There is a specially designed and acoustically superior THX twelve plus person theater room complete with hundreds of movies on DVD and thousands available on demand. There is also a lobby/office area and a well appointed spacious gym with a personal trainer* and Yoga instructors* available. Have the match of your life on our freshly renovated lighted tennis court with views of the San Francisco Bay. If that's not enough activity how about basketball, an exquisite bocce ball court, grass volley ball or badminton and croquet!This is a Farm Stay rental program and food for basic meals for breakfast and lunch are included in the price of rent. There are also two other levels of meals that can be chosen at additional cost including the services of an on-site chef for all meals. Please discuss your meal options with us in advance of your stay. As part of our Farm Stay program our guest will tour the vineyards and wine cave and learn about how we farm our mountain vineyards and blend our wine to make an exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Enjoy the Bounty of the County with locally produced food and wine from of our participating local restaurants, farms, creameries, chefs, micro breweries, cideries and markets at additional cost. Please see our 5StarVR site for information about our personal chefs, caterers, massages, Yoga instructors & personal trainers as well as great information about local restaurants & wineries and fun things to do in the area. All of our vacation rentals are completely stocked with essential cookware, dinnerware and consumable supplies like toilet paper; paper towels; shampoo & conditioner; bath, dish hand and laundry soaps; various trash bags. Luxurious linens are also provided. Additional fees apply to heat pools for homes that have them October through April. Hot tubs, if available are heated at no additional charge all year. All houses are non-smoking indoors.This is a amazing property for family and friends to gather but it is NOT a party house! Amplified music is not allowed outdoors at vacation rentals in the County and there are cameras that monitor parking areas and decimal meters that alert us to excessive noise. Quiet time for this County is between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM. Groups that abuse these rules will be subject to immediate eviction and could be subject to large fines and potential legal action. Weddings and events are not allowed at vacation rentals.TOT # 1127N
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Fitness room / equipment
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Tennis
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Game room
- Ping pong table
- Foosball
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- EV car charger
Safety
- 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Mountain
- Village
- Resort
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Ecotourism
- Birdwatching
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Washer
- Gym
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Hot tub
- Breakfast available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 28
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Glen Ellen
Located in Glen Ellen, this holiday home is in the mountains. Depot Park Museum and Sonoma Valley Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sonoma County Fairgrounds and Sonoma TrainTown Railroad. Travelling with kids? Consider Redwood Empire Ice Arena and Scandia Family Fun Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Nearby locations
- Benziger Family Winery 9 min drive
- Jack London State Historic Park 9 min drive
- B.R. Cohn Winery 10 min drive
- Oakmont Golf Club 15 min drive
- Sonoma Plaza 19 min drive
Getting around
- Santa Rosa Station 26 min drive
- Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) 33 min drive
Restaurants
- El Molino Central 14 min drive
- Cielito Coffee & Ice Cream 13 min drive
- Taqueria La Hacienda 14 min drive
- Matanzas Creek Winery 14 min drive
- Rancho Market & Deli 10 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella located?
This family-friendly Glen Ellen holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Morton's Warm Springs, Sonoma Valley Regional Park and Jack London Village. Benziger Family Winery and Jack London State Historic Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).