Here's Travel for Kids list of best family vacation rentals in the Sonoma Coast, all styles and price ranges, and close to fun things to do.
A house rental has lots of advantages for families – a full kitchen and refrigerator, so you don't need to eat all your meals in restaurants, beach or river access, washer and dryer, and more. Rental policies can change, however, so be sure to check at the time you make your reservation to be sure your desired family amenities are still available.
- Bodega Bay Bungalow – Rental home, two bedrooms, two baths (sleep 6); queen and twin beds in bedrooms, sofa bed in the living room, day bed in den; fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; jacuzzi, washer and dryer; charcoal barbeque; 2 night minimum stay.
- Harbor Cutie, Breathtaking Bay View – Rental home, three bedrooms, two baths (sleep 6 - 8); king, queen, two twin beds in bedrooms; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven; washer and dryer; children's toys, outdoor picnic table, basketball hoop; enclosed backyard, perfect for little ones; crib available upon request; grocery and deli close by; 2 night minimum stay.
- Spectacular Views – Rental home, two bedrooms, two baths (sleep 6); queen, king beds in bedroom, sofa bed in family room; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave; patio with barbeque, jacuzzi; located right at the beach, 7 miles north of Bodega Bay; 2 night minimum stay.
- Beach House over Wright's Beach – Rental home, two bedrooms, two baths (sleep 4); king, two twin beds in bedrooms; fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave; washer and dryer; house is located right at the beach, 7 miles north of Bodega Bay; 2 night minimum stay, 3 nights in summer.
- Papy's Cottage by the Sea – Rental home, four bedrooms, two and half baths (sleep 8); queen beds, bunk beds in bedrooms; fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; enclosed backyard with grass, outdoor dining, charcoal barbeque; 6 miles north of Bodega Bay, walk down to the beach; 2 night minimum stay, 7 nights in summer.
- By The Sea – Rental home, three bedrooms, two baths (sleep 8); fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; deck with outdoor dining, barbeque; walking distance to the beach; 2 night minimum stay.
Monte Rio
Like Guerneville, Monte Rio is located on the Russian River.
- Rio Casa Del Sol – Rental home, three bedrooms, three baths (sleep 8); king, queen beds in bedrooms, queen sofa bed in living room; fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; washer and dryer; deck with outdoor dining, barbeque; game room with pool table; outdoor jacuzzi; river access with beach, perfect for kids; 2 night minimum stay, 7 nights in July and August.
- Redwood Butterfly Cabin – Rental home, two bedrooms, one bath (sleep 6); queen beds in bedrooms, sofa bed in living room; fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave; deck with outdoor dining, gas barbeque; washer and dryer; market and restaurants close by; river access with sand beach; kayak and canoe, life vests, beach chairs; 2 night minimum stay, 3 nights in summer.
- Grande Dame, Riverfront Monte Rio – Condo, seven bedrooms, three baths (sleep 16); fully equipped kitchen withs stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher; crib, play pen available, kids toys, play kitchen; river access and beach; outdoor jacuzzi, grass, badminton court; 3 night minimum stay.
Guerneville
- Cottage on River Road – Rental home, two bedrooms, one bath (sleep 4 - 5); queen bed, two twin beds in bedroom, sofa bed in living room; kitchenette with microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker; continental breakfast and s'mores by the fire pit included; swimming pool in complex; coin-operated laundry; minimum 1 night stay, 2 nights in summer.
- The Cabin at the End of the Road – Rental home, one bedroom, two baths (sleep 6); queen bed in bedroom, queen sofa bed and aero bed in living room; fully equipped kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave; washer and dryer; deck with outdoor dining, charcoal barbeques, jacuzzi; 2 night minimum stay.
- Almost Paradise – Rental home, three bedrooms, two baths (sleep 7); king and queen bed in two beds, queen bed and full bed in third bedroom; fully-equipped kitchen with stove/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave; deck with lounge chairs, barbeque; washer and dryer; swings in the backyard; 2 night minimum stay.