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Reviews From Guests

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  Theodore

  This is a great place to spend time...very very spacious and accommodating. Beautiful gardens and a great pool. Nice and quiet as well. We were in Santa Rosa for a wedding and I din't like any of the hotels available. We have used airbnb before and now don't think there is a better way to travel...If you are coming up this way, I would recommend Bob and Candice's place.

  October 2011
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  Julien

  Loved the Cabana, located in a quiet garden in a quiet neighborhood. Robert and Candice were helpful in directing us to the nice places around to eat and visit. Located not too far from the highway, it is convenient to move around in the valley to visit wineries from here. The only minor drawback was that the plubming was probably in a bad mood and we didn't get hot water for our shower. Judging from the other reviews, this doesn't seem widespread, though...

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  Corinne

  We stayed one night in preparation for the Gran Fondo bike ride. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay at the Cabana longer. We slept so well, even before the big ride, and enjoyed the quiet peace and comfy bed. Robert's suggestion for Bistro 29 was spot on. The special of the night was in celebration of the Gran Fondo and was delicious. Our only regret is that we didn't meet our Cabana hosts due to our early departure. We will definitely be back.

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  Judi

  We had a wonderful stay at the Cabana - Robert & Candice were fantastic hosts.......very hospitable, yet respectful of our privacy. The baked goods for breakfast were wonderful, the suggestions for hikes and day trips were great. The pool was awesome - as the temperatures hit 100 during our stay! We will look forward to our next stay!

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  Pip

  We had a lovely stay in the Cabana while visiting the Sanoma region for a wedding. Robert and Candice were great hosts, very friendly and helpful, and the freshly baked bread and cakes were delicious! Can highly recommend the Cabana by the pool - thank you!

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  Amanda

  Wonderful place to stay. Robert and Candice are extremely nice and helped us plan our entire trip. And the breakfast breads/muffins are amazing!

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  Christine

  This is our third visit @ Cabana by the Pool! And like always, Candice and Robert are gracious hosts - we especially enjoyed the delicious berry muffins, zucchini bread, and hand-picked cherry tomatoes! It is becoming our hideaway where I catch up on my reading and schoolwork while Duane discovers one nearby fishing hole after another. Without a doubt, we will be back very soon! Chris and Duane

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  Lavanya

  I can't even write enough good things about this place. I didn't want to leave! So tranquil and peaceful - the pool was fantastic and it's perfectly located if you want to enjoy wine tasting in the Sonoma, Napa, or Russian River Valleys. Candice's zucchini chocolate bread was to die for, and the home was quiet and very private, and impeccably clean. They also had thought of a lot of little details that are so often missed - simple stuff like good coffee and enough towels, beach towels,... More »

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  Lisa

  Super nice hosts. Very clean, quiet, spacious accommodations. Bed was very comfortable. The homemade muffins for breakfast were a nice touch!

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  Jenny

  We loved the setting, with fruit trees, dahlias and native bushes. The swimming pool was clean and beautiful, and the proximity to hiking trails made the cabana an ideal vacation spot for us!

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  Brielle

  Robert and Candice were wonderful hosts, and the cabana by the pool was, by far, the greatest place we stayed while in northern California! The cabana itself is large, with a living room, kitchenette, bathroom, and bedroom. There are board games as well as binders of information about local attractions. Robert and Candice were great hosts! Before arriving, we had many questions for recommendations about what to do in the area. They promptly responded and, thanks to these recommendations,... More »

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  Clement

  The pictures represent exactly what you get. The best price/quality ratio you can get for sure. Robert speaks a perfect French which is great when you need good wine tips. There is a binder where you can find wineries to visit, hikes, cycling and more. The only two words I can say are: Sure bet! Merci Robert et Candice pour votre hospitalité et votre générosité. Sincères salutations!

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  Elaine

  The cabana by the pool is a great getaway for anyone who wants to visit wine country while not being too far away from SF. The guesthouse & pool are very spacious and relaxing. Robert and Candice were very welcoming and left us some great breakfast bread and other goodies which were great to wake up to.

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  Swati

  Our stay at the cabana was an enjoyable one as Robert and Candice made us feel very welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed a drive along the coast via a scenic loop that Robert has suggested and were treated to delicious Zuccihini bread, yogurt, milk and oj for breakfast.

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  Mimi

  Nice alternative for staying in the Napa Valley. Loved the access to the pool (hop and skip away, literally) and the lovely maintained grounds. Definitely would recommend this place looking for some R&R. Note: Floor to ceiling glass windows with no curtains in the main room or hallway leading the the restrooms which face the pool and back of the main house.

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  Nate

  This was my first time using this kind of accomodation and what a sucess! The property is absolutely beautiful, the cottage had everything we needed and more. The pool was particularly nice! Also, the owners were really terrific people. I hope to go back and spend more time there!

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  Casa

  Cabana by the Pool is actually a spacious home overlooking a fabulous pool as well as bountiful fruit trees and blooming gardens....much more than expected although the pics are very accurate. A nature lover, on a "working" vacation from Belize, my morning began w/ a cup of French Roast, fresh fruit and yoghurt provided by Robert,, as well as homemade Strawberry/Pecan Bread from Candy, while I worked online before taking my morning hike on the many trails close by.....returning for my first... More »

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  Karine

  We had a beautifull stay at Robert & Candice little peacefull oasis. They are great hosts, very welcoming. They made us feel like if we were at home. They really know the area and made sure that our experience in Wine County was amazing. Merci beaucoup pour toutes les petites attentions, telles que les "homemade goodies", les jeux de societe, votre cartable sur la region et votre hospitalite. We recommend your place without any hesitation! A la prochaine, qui sait... Karine et Louis

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  John

  My girlfriend and I had a great time at the cabana. Rob and Candice have an amazing setup and made sure we had everything we needed. When we weren't enjoying wine country we were in the cabana listening to jazz and having great conversations. Thanks again!!

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  Femke

  Our stay in Santa Rosa was part of a three week trip through California. We wanted to see the wine country, so we booked a stay at the cabana for four days. On arrival we realized that we liked the cabana and the pool so much, we decided to just stay at the house and relax, in stead of running around all those wine tastings. We did go to Calistoga and Healdsburg, but we also stayed at the cabana to swim, read and play games. Robert and Candice were very pleasant hosts. They provided us with... More »

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  Matthew

  One word: oasis. We stayed for days this past weekend while attending a wedding that my girlfriend was in @ St. Francis Winery. The place is open with lots of light and very comfortable. It opens to a beautiful pool and patio we spent lots of time bathing and lapping in between the shuffle back/forth to wedding commitments. The hosts are lovely, incredibly hospitable, and knowledgeable of the locale - and we definitely plan on returning next time we're in wine country. This was our... More »

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  Suzanne

  Robert and Candice were wonderful hosts! We arrived late and needed to find a place to eat and Robert was happy to help over the phone. When we arrived at the cabana they helped carry our bags in and showed us around. The pool was great and it was nice to go for a swim after a long day of travel. Laura made a very tasty bread for us for breakfast. I would stay there again.

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  Nico

  Great place! Very relaxing place to unwind in Sonoma County!

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  Thomas

  We had such a wonderful experience here! Robert and Candice were very friendly and most helpful with every aspect of our stay! The breakfast food was delicious, the accomodations very attractive,the pool so refreshing and the gardens breathtaking! We longed for quiet and relaxing times and found it all here! We will definitely return!

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  Julia

  We loved the cabana! Beautiful garden & pool. We had a short stay but really enjoyed our time in Santa Rosa. Thanks again for your hospitality!

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  Otto & jen

  This is a great place to be based on to explore this beautiful California area, especially Sonoma & San Francisco. The Dahlstes were very accommodating as they even have all the maps you will ever need, and coupons for wineries. All in all they have a wonderful place where a couple can actually rest and discover new areas.

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  Lyn

  The cabana is spacious and clean, and it was nice having the kitchen to make our breakfast. The pool and gardens are beautiful and very peaceful. Our first order of business when we arrived was to take a cat nap by the pool. :) Just the relaxation we needed on our short trip. Thanks!

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  Tracy

  Robert and Candice were wonderful hosts. There home and guest suite were really fantastic. They provided a lot of helpful information for things to do in the area. A great air bnb pick!

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  Keith

  Robert was super nice and accommodating, helped give us some tips about restaurants and hikes in the region, and the cabaña was lovely. Thank again for having us!

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  Sue

  Robert and Candice were really kind to us during our stay and we had a great view of the inviting pool and beautiful garden from our large and comfortable unit. They were really warm and hospitable and provided wonderful baked goods for many of our breakfasts. This place is ideal to stay in the warmer months as you could use the pool. It is ideal for taking care of food needs with two large tables and basic kitchenette items such as a microwave, a toaster oven, hot-plate, coffee-maker and... More »

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  Ann

  Great experience, love the bread that Robert and Candice made. It was a bit cold in the living room area, but we had refused their offer to make a fire which I'm sure they would have accommodated. Also, remember to ask for the wireless password earlier. Otherwise, great stay, very cosy and private.

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  Elizabeth

  Great place to stay. Very clean and well prepared. Quiet area, has easy access to wine country. Candice has the day trip and maps all set up, would recommend that trip! The baked goods were a plus. Good internet service or computer that worked was missing as was a good tv. Thanks for a great time!

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  Arthur

  Great hosts, very welcoming and the home is so comfortable and authentic, we highly recommend it

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  Susmita

  Awesome, awesome, awesome. We can't say enough good things about the cabana. Robert and Candice were so kind and hospitable, and the location was amazing. We will definitely be visiting again!

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  Connie

  This was our first AirBnB experience and we will be recommending it to all our friends. We spent two nights and the cabana was perfect for us! It was very large with an open living/dining room with a basic kitchen hidden behind retractable doors, a corridor with a shower room and a toilet room, and the bedroom with a comfortable bed. We really liked the style--a little rustic, extremely clean and comfortable with lots of nice touches such as a stereo/CDs, picnic basket, toiletries, etc. There... More »

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  James

  We enjoyed staying in the beautiful cabana. Robert was very helpful and we were very comfortable. We'll repeat the stay if we return to Santa Rosa.

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  Rachel

  Robert and Candice were amazing hosts! They were so generous and helpful. It was our first visit to California, and they made it so easy to explore and experience it. The day trip they have mapped out is incredible. I highly recommend it. The cabana is very comfortable, surrounded by the beautiful landscaped gardens and pool, and Candice's assortment of homemade goodies in the morning are perfect. we really enjoyed our time, and would love to stay again!

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  Elaine

  Candace and Robert were the best hosts. They not only told us about great places to eat and hike, they brought us a bottle of wine from an event they were hosting. Their cabana is truly one of a kind, with access to a beautiful pool. Would highly recommend this oasis close to San Francisco, both for the accommodations and for the interesting, thoughtful hosts. Would love to return next summer.

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  Duane

  You cannot go wrong when staying overnight at the Cabana, as we did this past weekend in Santa Rosa! Robert and Candice are considerate hosts who offer a daily continental breakfast with home baked goodies. They are respectful of their guest's privacy, yet friendly and helpful. We were pleasantly surprised by the clean,spacious accommodations and generous sized pool. No doubt about it, the Dahlsets offer a relaxing refuge and we will be back next summer! C&D Alameda,California

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  Sharon

  My husband and I spent 3 nights in the Cabana by the Pool. Robert and Candice were friendly and had great suggestions for local activities. The Cabana was comfortable and the kitchen facilities were an added surprise. The location was excellent for exploring the wine tasting region and the state,county and city parks nearby. We look forward to our next visit.

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  Shazna

  Had a pleasant 2-night stay in the clean and spacious cabana, nestled in a wonderful, sunny garden. Saw Robert once when we arrived there but didn't see Candice at all, though we were out a lot. They left us tasty zucchini bread and apple muffins in the morning. Great for runners and bikers -- we took a run in the nearby park, which has a great loop around the lake. If you need wifi, make sure to specify as they prefer that you use a PC in the cabana rather than your own device. Once I... More »

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  Anna & henrik

  We stayed five days during a glorious warm week in august 2010. The cabana was an oasis of calm; spacious, well-equipped and cosy. The large kitchen area was great for preparing meals. The pool was amazing as was the hammock in the back garden _ loved the outdoor shower! Above all, Candice and Robert were the loveliest hosts; welcoming yet discrete, giving us great tips for activities in the area such as a memorable bike ride through wine-country. As two certfied francophiles it was also... More »

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  Lavanya

  Our hosts were very helpful in settling us in and providing suggestions with sightseeing in Sonoma valley. My friend and I arrived rather late in the evening and they were gracious about it. Their spacious rental is located in a good neighborhood. We appreciated the breakfast food they left for us and the washer, dryer we were allowed to use for laundry. We were driving to the area for the first time and I would like to mention that for some reason, Robert and Candace did not answer our phone... More »

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  Michella

  Candice and Robert were great hosts! Their place is very nice and relaxing. There's lots of room to spread out and a small kitchen area to store food items/make some eats. Close in to all the fun of Sonoma and other nearby fun activities. It was also great to relax by the pool after a long day and enjoy the sunshine. Definitely would stay here again.

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  Joy

  Candice and Robert were great hosts with lots of recommended activities. The "cabana" is incredibly spacious, bright, airy and private. The pool and gardens were beautiful! If you like to hike and bike this is the perfect spot as you can literally hop onto a trail that will lead you to three neighboring parks. Robert recommended a great bike ride through the wineries of Dry Creek Valley which was excellent. The well stocked breakfast (and homemade zucchini bread with zucchini from the... More »

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  Irene

  My husband and I had a very nice stay here, very quiet and peaceful. The little kitchen was nice and the breakfast was tasty and enjoyable. Everything we needed was there and it was very relaxing, a great place to unwind! Thank you Candice and Robert :)

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  Steve

  Our stay at Bob and Candice' Dahlstet's lovely poolside Cabana was a pleasure from start 'til finish. The Dahlstet's are the perfect hosts and nothing was too much trouble. They welcomed us to the Cabana with a fine bottle of well-chilled local Chardonnay. Breakfast and fruit were provided, including lovely home-made Zucchini bread. When we needed a little olive oil, or to make use of laundry facilities, Candice was happy to assist. The Cabana itself is a charming and cosy, spotlessly... More »

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  Grace

  We had a great time at the Dahlstet's place. Great breakfasts, nice pool, and Candace had even organized a play pen for our 7 month old daughter. Excellent location wiith lots of good eatereies nearby. Would highly recommend staying here!

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  Gabe and sao

  Great location for a wine country exploration! Candice and Robert were extremely helpful and friendly, offering advice on places to go, trails to bike, and spots to eat at! Their cozy cabana was a perfect private place to stay after a day of fun. Bedroom and bathroom as well as the kitchen were all super clean! The breakfast was a nice surprise (yummy banana bread!!!!) We would definitely stay here again!

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  Shannon

  Staying with Candice and Robert was a joy. The location is great for jumping off to local hikes and mountain biking. Without a doubt the Coffee Cake Candice made was melt in your mouth good and having pancakes with Robert and his grand kids was such a treat. Candice and Robert have an amazing circuit to explore the Redwoods, Sonoma Coast and artful sculptures along Florence Ave. I highly recommend this one day trip, there is something for everyone on this journey. Thank you to the hosts.

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  Anne

  We had a great stay with Candice and Bob. What a treat to be able to vacation in a cabana by the pool in wine country! Our hosts were very helpful in suggesting restaurants / wineries and activities. We would not hesitate to recommend staying at their cabana to anyone.

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  Troy

  Candice and Bob were kind and caring hosts. They went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and provided great recommendations. Every morning there was fresh milk, OJ, fruit, and the best morning glory muffins! I will be dreaming about those muffins for the next couple of months. The back yard and pool were very peaceful and just a perfect place to sip a cup of coffee in the morning. I look forward to the next time I get the opportunity to stay at the cabana!

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  Kelly

  Lovely, peaceful place. Gracious hosts. The cabana was much larger than we expected. Very comfortable beds - the whole place was comfortable actually. We stayed three nights and it was great to come and relax in a place that felt like home after busy days of events and socializing. We will stay there again.

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  Carol

  My husband and I enjoyed our seven night stay. The quiet setting and beautiful garden made it a place of relaxation. All of the items- books, games, figurines- made it a homelike setting. We definitely would stay here again when visiting Santa Rosa. Great strawberry pecan bread!!!

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  Sueann & robert

  This was our first time to use airbnb...We very much enjoyed our 2 night stay. Candice and Robert were friendly hosts, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we could possibly need.Staying in the Cabana felt like staying in our parents' homey, family room. Not like either a B & B or motel/hotel..She even had the mini frig. stocked, and had granola, homemade muffins, and yummy coffeecake for us!Kitchentte literaly had everything you would need. We did enjoy a dip in the nice... More »

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  Seán

  Quiet and pleasant neighborhood - a good location for local hiking or wine country. Large comfortable space. Nice personal touch leaving misc food items in the fridge and kitchen. Enjoyed meeting the hosts. Definitely planning to return.

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  Nikki

  Candice and Robert are such gracious hosts. And they had fabulous advice about the area. My mom and I stayed at the Cabana for a long weekend in April and it was extremely peaceful and comfortable. A great home base for exploring what Sonoma/Napa/Northern CA has to offer. Highly recommended. Far superior to any hotel!

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  Paul and lyn

  The "cabana" was very spacious with an adjacent living room and kitchen overlooking a lovely back yard. Candice left us a variety of choices to make a wholesome breakfast the next morning. The location and price make it a great choice for exploring the "wine country"

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  Tim

  We slept very well in the "Cabana by the pool". Comfortable and warm bedroom. Hot, clean and updated shower and restroom. Would definitely recommend. All elements considered, would rate four out of five. Thank you!!