Starlite Vineyards Escape - Healdsburg Dog-Friendly Vineyard Farmhouse and Hot Tub

Rows of Alexander Valley vines stretch to the hills right outside your door as you settle into this beautifully restored 1912 farmhouse on a working vineyard. Hardwood floors, crown moldings, and French doors frame a home that feels both timeless and effortlessly comfortable. A complimentary tasting at the on-site barn winery awaits, and Healdsburg's celebrated Plaza dining scene is just a short drive away. Pour a glass, sink into the hot tub, and let wine country come to you.

Spend mornings under the porch as vineyard rows catch the first light, afternoons among Healdsburg Plaza's tasting rooms and SingleThread, and evenings on the patio with a glass from the day's barrel-room visits. French doors open from the living room straight to the deck and the vineyard panorama beyond; bamboo shades soften the afternoon light. A sofa and flat-screen anchor the main space, and an adjacent formal living room gives the group room to spread. The updated kitchen flows into a casual family room, while the formal dining room — rich wainscoting, pendant lighting — gathers six. The primary bath's clawfoot tub and marble vanity carry the Alexander Valley old-house mood all the way through. OUTDOOR LIVING Mornings begin on the covered front porch. Move to the gravel patio for al fresco dining at the six-seat table, then end the day in the private hot tub with vineyard views stretching to rolling hills. A gas grill and lush gardens with mature palms complete the setting. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Three sleeping areas for up to six guests. The primary suite has a king bed with en-suite clawfoot tub, marble vanity, and walk-in shower. A second king sits on the main level, and the loft under skylights offers a third king. PROPERTY AMENITIES -- Private hot tub -- Gas grill -- Central AC -- Smart lock entry -- Parking for 4 vehicles -- Dog-friendly (1 dog, 25 lb max)

Drop into the private hot tub on a deck looking out over your own vineyard view — two separate buildings give the property room to spread out. You've got the whole estate, dogs welcome, with a clawfoot tub, BBQ, outdoor dining, and an enclosed yard. Punch in the keypad code at the door; ample parking waits inside the gate.

The property sits in the heart of Alexander Valley, one of Sonoma County's premier Cabernet Sauvignon regions. Banshee Wines (0.4 mi) is just down the road for an easy visit. Within a mile or two you'll find Stonestreet Winery (1.2 mi) and Robert Young Estate Winery (1.2 mi) — both acclaimed producers with beautiful grounds. Medlock Ames Historic Healdsburg Tasting Room (0.9 mi) and Hawkes Wine (0.9 mi) are also nearby. Jimtown and Then Sum (0.9 mi) is a local favorite for a casual bite or morning coffee. Francis Ford Coppola Winery (3.1 mi) offers dining, wine tasting, and a pool in a grand setting. For hiking, Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve (2.9 mi) has serene trails with wildlife viewing. Dog owners will appreciate Villa Chanticleer Dog Park (3.8 mi) for an off-leash run. Downtown Healdsburg and its celebrated Plaza — with walkable tasting rooms, galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants — are roughly 4 to 5 miles south.

Healdsburg is about 75 minutes from San Francisco via US-101 North — a straight, scenic drive into the heart of Sonoma wine country. Ample on-site parking for up to 4 vehicles. A car is the easiest way to take in the three valleys that meet here — Dry Creek, Alexander, and Russian River. For tasting days, plan a designated driver or book a rideshare ahead — it makes the whole day easier.

This is a working vineyard — depending on the season you may see vineyard workers tending the vines, which is part of the authentic Alexander Valley experience. The primary renter must be 21 or older. One dog is welcome (25 lb max). Your stay includes a complimentary wine tasting at the adjacent barn tasting room — details are provided at check-in. Summer highs can exceed 90°F in Alexander Valley, but the home has central air conditioning. Guests are asked to be mindful of the vineyard and gardens — please stay on paths and patios.

Permit number: ZPE24-0124