
Guerneville, CA 95446
This Single Family Residence represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $430,000—positioned slightly above the $420,872 Fair Market Value. While the property requires modernization, its Condition Rating of 4 and 20,821 sqft lot provide a significant foundation for value-add renovations. The scenic redwood forest views and large deck enhance the property's appeal as a vacation retreat or creative sanctuary. This asset is best suited for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants looking to personalize a unique, nature-immersed property in the Russian River area.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1970, this 54-year-old cottage is functional but dated. The bathroom features a vanity and fixtures that appear over 20 years old, and the presence of older wall heaters indicates the HVAC systems are not modern. While well-maintained, the property requires cosmetic updates and system modernizations.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20821, living area = 810.
Nestled under an ancient redwood canopy near Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, the property offers a serene, nature-immersed environment ideal for a vacation retreat or creative sanctuary.
Situated on a generous 20,821 sqft lot, the property provides significant privacy and outdoor potential that is rare for many smaller cottages in the Russian River area.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 2, other record bedroom count = 1.
At only 810 square feet for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home, the interior living quarters are quite small and may feel cramped for full-time residency.
The 1970s construction located in a heavily shaded, damp redwood canyon likely requires diligent and ongoing maintenance to manage moisture and forest debris.
Tucked away under the ancient canopy of the Russian River redwoods, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage in Rio Nido, offers the ultimate blend of historic resort charm, modern comfort, and deep nature immersion. Known affectionately as a historic retreat where memories linger, Rio Nido serves as a peaceful canyon hideaway right on the edge of wine country. This property presents an excellent opportunity for a full-time residence or weekend escape. Imagine waking up to the gentle filtration of morning sunlight piercing through a cathedral of towering redwoods. This enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Rio Nido cottage offers an unhurried lifestyle where the rush of the city completely fades away. Designed with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, the living space expands into nature, begging for slow mornings on the deck with a cup of coffee or lively evening barbecues under the stars and redwoods. Whether you are looking for a creative writing sanctuary, a remote work oasis with high-speed internet, or a launching pad for Sonoma County adventures, this home delivers. A short drive over the hill to the historic Rio Nido Roadhouse for weekend live music and a dip in the public pool or take a short five-minute drive to downtown Guerneville and the vineyards of Korbel Winery. Living in Rio Nido means this is more than a houseit's a ticket to the legendary rhythm of Russian River living and Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, a breathtaking 805-acre old-growth forest. Here, you can stand beneath the 1,400-year-old Colonel Armstrong Tree or wander the fog-kissed paths of the Pioneer Nature Trail. It's a world-class natural sanctuary acting as an extension of your own front porch. Now's the time to make Rio Nido and the Russian River a Lifestyle, not just a memory!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 0.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 0.0 |
| Square foot | 810 | - |
| Lot Size | 20,821 | - |
| Price | $430.0K | $547.5K |
| Price per sq ft | $531 | $480 |
| Built year | 1970 | 0 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 40 | 118 |
Jun 12, 2026
$430,000
Initial Listing
May 2, 2000
$90,000
Public Record