What we love about The Bungalow Twins

A designer’s dream, this two-bungalow suite is centered around a sleek and shimmering swimming pool, a textured expanse of xeriscape gardens and shady heritage Oaks, all connecting the two separate homes for central gathering. Architecturally conceived to maximize indoor/outdoor living in Sonoma’s lovely wine country climate, this open-plan estate also maximizes a dynamic social experience for guests of The Bungalows!

The Bungalows are a chic and stylish sanctuary perched up a private road, each with unique touches but similar in design and amenities. Much of the entertaining will likely be shared and take place under the steel-beam and wood-framed outdoor living area. This minimalist and elegant space houses a full living room suite, formal dining for 12 and complete set of outdoor dinner wear in a modern metal hutch. Warmed by infrared heaters, this open air pavilion is welcoming throughout the year.

Bungalow 1
With a wall of glass panel doors, this bungalow opens directly to the Pavilion. A fully-equipped chef’s kitchen with island seating looks onto the living area with a gas fireplace and rustic, wood tiled wall. A Thermador gas range and industrial grade appliances make cooking a dream. High ceilings, recessed lighting and skylights brighten this space while honey-colored wood floors add warmth. A large flat screen TV and bookshelves (stocked with original screenplays!) offer entertainment options within the serene layout.

The master suite with King bed enjoys a private, covered patio with forest views. There is a stall shower and deep soaking tub overlooking the countryside in the exquisitely tiled master bath. Separated by sliding barn doors, space is maximized to create a generous bath with dual vanities. There is an American Leather Queen sofa bed in the living area.

Bungalow 2
Separated by concrete walkways and tall dry grasses shaded by oak and manzanita, Bungalow 2 is another study in modern, rustic design with wide plank wood floors, white walls and sleek modern furniture. Top-sliding barn doors and pitched ceilings add to the spacious feel in the living/kitchen area. A butcher-block center island offers casual dining for 4. There is a Bosch gas stove top, retro-style refrigerator and top-grade stainless steel dishwasher, and the kitchen is fully stocked for cooking! (Note: There is no oven in Bungalow 2.)

The master bedroom has a queen bed and private door to the spacious bathroom. A floating dual vanity and the large walk-in shower add to the clean, spa-like ambiance of the bath.

There is a large, flat screen (smart) TV (no cable) and American Leather Queen sofa bed in the living area. A generous, covered porch with seating provides a warm welcome for guests or a place to enjoy wine country evenings and views of the Mayacama mountains.

Eat, Drink & Play

• Glen Ellen Village Market
  Convenient and well-stocked market for your wine tasting needs: yummy cheeses, sandwich deli and a great wine selection
• Mayo Family Winery
  Lunch outside in Mayo’s picnic area and experience the mouthwatering flavors of their chef’s wine pairings
• Kunde Family Winery
  Special mountaintop wine tasting 1,400 feet above the valley floor
• Kenwood Community Farmers Market
  Check out the local goods in the Kenwood Plaza Park, every Sunday during the summer
• VJB Cellars
  Italian varietals, courtyard, wine tasting and Italian marketplace with wood fired pizza, deli, gelato, and shopping
• Benziger Family Winery
  This family winery is kid-friendly, dog-friendly, people-friendly… and you can even take a private tram tour to see how the grapes make it from the vine into your glass!
• St. Francis Winery and Vineyard
  The highly acclaimed multi-course food and wine pairing at St. Francis Winery and Vineyard is a must-do while staying in Kenwood. Taste the wonderful reserve wines available exclusively on-site and enjoy bites from the top rated “restaurant” in America by Open Table
• Kenwood Restaurant and Bar
  Dine alfresco in the summer or by the roaring fireplace during winter at this other Zagat rated hotspot
• Sugarloaf State Park
  This Kenwood park consists of 25 miles of scenic hiking trails, great for visitors of all ages. On a clear day, hike to the top of Bald Mountain for views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Sierra Nevada Mountains
• Robert Ferguson Observatory
  Housing one of the largest telescopes in Northern California, this observatory is located within the Sugarloaf State Park and hosts monthly sun and star gazing events
• Sonoma Plaza
  Travel to the town of Sonoma with its beautiful plaza, encircled by boutiques, wineries and restaurants and historical landmarks
• Santa Rosa
  A pleasant ride to the city of Santa Rosa takes you to a more urban setting, replete with upscale shops, restaurants and attractions like the Charles Schulz “Peanuts” museum and the Safari West Wildlife Preserve
• Napa
  Take a drive to the iconic city of Napa for first-rate entertainment, culinary adventures of a lifetime and, of course, some of the most famous wine in the world

Why BeautifulPlaces?

Notable Features:

• View Rates
• 2 BR, plus 2 sofa beds
• Two bungalows, Sleeps 6
• Private, gated estate surrounded by manzanita, oaks, redwood groves and modern tall grasses.
• Modern bungalows in a rustic, wine country setting
• Central entertaining area with solar heated pool, hot tub and Pavilion, gas BBQ for year-round, indoor/outdoor living and dining
• Extensive decking and private patios
• Outdoor shower

• Master bedroom with King and full bath, private patio
• Queen sofa bed in living area
• Chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances and center island seating
• Living area has gas fireplace
• Large wall of glass doors leading to Pavilion
• Laundry room with half bath

• Queen bedroom
• Full bath with walk-in shower
• Queen sofa bed in living area
• Kitchen with gas stove top, refrigerator and dishwasher
• Casual dining for 4
• Front porch with seating