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Rent a Private Park and Wildlife Preserve

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Outdoor dining
Children’s area
Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

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About the area

Willits

With a stay at this vacation home in Willits, you'll be on a lake, and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Cameron's R-C Track and 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from The Skunk Train. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Willits Community Dog Park and 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Willits City Hall.
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Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Munchery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪TNT Market - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rent a Private Park and Wildlife Preserve

Super Private Custom Built Home on 388 acres.

This is a one-of-a-kind vacation rental because of the level of privacy and the large piece of property that is exclusively yours to use and explore. You will have the entire property (388 acres) all to yourself to enjoy. note- (occasionally the landowners may be staying in a cabin at the other end of the property about 3/4 of a mile away but this does not disturb the privacy or quietness of the house) . The house is a beautiful custom built home with hardwood cherry floors, two large redwood decks, four bedrooms and two baths, a family room, living room, dining room and is in one of the most beautiful locations that you can imagine. It is like renting a park without any other people. Located in the redwood belt you can enjoy miles of trails along cascading streams and little waterfalls that run through fern covered redwood forests. Swim in the pond, bike or hike along the trails, (kids can catch crawdads in the pond). The quietness of the property is truly amazing and is like nothing you will find anywhere else.


Have an undisturbed family reunion in one of the most beautiful pieces of property that you will ever visit.

The custom built home is well maintained and has many homelike qualities. There is a gas barbeque for entertaining. A beautiful creek runs past the front of the house and two ponds are on the property. One of the ponds is only 100 feet from the house. There are numerous species of wildlife including hawks, owls, pond turtles, river otters, and great blue herons to name a few.

There are two decks, one is covered and faces the pond and the other faces a meadow with 250 year old oak trees. The kids can pitch a tent in the adjacent meadows and explore the forests and creeks while you lay in the hammock among the oak trees.

This rental is as close to a wilderness adventure as you can get without actually having to rough it.

Please no electric vehicle charging since we are off grid and our system can’t handle it.

Holidays (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Labor Day Fourth of July etc) are charged at normal summer rates and may have longer minimum stay periods.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside on decks only

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Please don’t leave any dirty dishes and it would really help my cleaning person if you could start a load of laundry thank you

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: 25 dollar per pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Rent a Private Park and Wildlife Preserve Willits
Rent a Private Park and Wildlife Preserve Private vacation home

Rent a Private Park and Wildlife Preserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for 3 nights with our kids (3 & 1) and our dog. It was very cozy and we had everything we needed. The property is very private and clearly very well loved and cared for. While rustic, the kitchen had everything we needed. Our daughter enjoyed the collection of vintage VHS tapes upstairs and took advantage of the toddler toilet seat on one of the toilets. It was great to be able to contain our baby with the gate at the bottom of the stairs and the high chair we found in a closet. A few things to know: we saw a lot of bear poop around, so it’s best to keep your dog on leash or a long lead. The one time we let ours off, she came back covered in ticks and burrs. The largest upstairs bedroom doesn’t have a duct vent, so stays quite cold in the chilly months. The wood on the porch was pretty wet in November, so you may want to bring some inside to dry when you arrive. We brought some of our own kindling too. Overall we had a very cozy and enchanting time. The cabin was especially comfortable when it got frosty outside. We hope to come visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen V., Bay Area, California, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
The naturalal surroundings are incredible!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at the Private Park and Wildlife Preserve. The house was very comfortable, the hot tub hot and the pond very cold.This is my second time staying at this peaceful scenic get-a-way. I will be back.Art is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyree M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is lovely and provides a wonderful escape from the city, perfect for a refreshing retreat. Although the bridge leading to the property may appear a bit precarious, it is structurally sound, and we were able to cross it without issue in a large vehicle. My senior dogs enjoyed having ample space to explore. It is advisable to apply tick collars a few days prior to your visit. The host was kind enough to provide us with this information before our arrival. We encountered a minor issue with the propane stove, but it was easily resolved by following the instructions. The hot tub was absolutely fantastic and wonderfully warm, and while it lacked jets, it was still perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. It was a truly enjoyable trip, and we would certainly consider returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing piece of property !!!You’d be a fool not to rent it. Plenty of space inside and outside. Very quiet and peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Very clean and had unique rustic decor. We had a big group, but plenty of seating for everyone if spread out inside and outside. Comfortable sleeping arrangements and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We brought a waffle iron and small microwave from home, but approved it by the owner first. A few negatives that may be able to be remedied before the next guest. We ran into was a wasp problem near the hammock (7 stings among 3 kids) so it made them gunshy to play on the grass. The bolts hanging the swings seemed a little precarious too. Also, a few of the screens fell off pretty easily that we repaired with what we could find. Those should be fixed more tightly before small children visit. We did see what looked like bear skat on our last day. Definitely remote life, but we loved it! Really enjoyed our stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, serene place to stay

We had a stay with our extended family, it was really beautiful and relaxing vacation for the whole family, with lots of space outdoor and very private area. Kitchen is lots of utensils and spices. Would highly recommend. The host was very responsive and gave some trips and well.. Allowed us for early check-in and made the process very smooth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven

If you want to experience total peace and quiet, this is the place to be. We had 7 adults, 2 girls and 3 dogs and the house was more than adequate. The dogs and kids had free range of the property. We really enjoyed just sitting outside and enjoying nature. House and kitchen were well stocked (no microwave or toaster, which caused me to panic a bit, but figured out quite nicely). Art responded quickly to my messages and was always very gracious. This is on the top of our list to return to someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for kids

Our kids loved the pond and stream. We loved the peaceful retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible, magical place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jean T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice for off the grid

We enjoyed our stay very much. Loved the house. would have enjoyed some dry firewood and propane for the barbecue. Had to run into town to buy a propane tank.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeOshaiea R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We had such a good time… Thank u for allowing us to stay the week… 💙
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet house in the woods

The house was exactly what we expected. My husband had a great time exploring the trails. Am wondering the property. Wish it hadn’t snowed on us though but was beautiful to see. We’d love to return to this property in the summer to see it at a different time. There were 5 of us along with two dogs a still plenty of room a beds. Plus we had company from other family that lives in willits. Would w been nice not to have to lea e at 330am but overall we truly enjoyed our stay. We did have gate problems that when I called Art he fixed right away. So he was very helpful a nice. We did run into a neighbor on the single road after the gate an had a small issue of trying to get around but was an easy fix. Thanks for letting us use your home. We hope to be able to do it when it’s warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat in the woods

This is a peaceful and wonderful comfy house in the woods. It is off grid, and we had a lovely time maintaining a fire, going for walks, playing games, watching movies, and overall detaching from the world. It is quiet and beautiful, we'll definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L., West Hartford

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful stay in the woods

The only sounds you could hear from the property were the natural sounds of the woods. No other property within 66 acres of woodlands, and almost none withing 3 miles. Just a lovely place for a small family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Forest Reunion

The property is beautiful and the house was lovely. We had plenty of room and the outside area was so wonderful for our dogs to play and explore. They especially loved the pond. There was a hiking trail and a deserted road for walking. Art was great about responding to questions before we arrived and check in was easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Communication With Hosts / Beautiful Property

Art was super nice and helpful! The property was gorgeous with redwood trees all around it and the house was fully stocked with anything you need kitchen and laundry wise. We swam in the pond and it felt surprisingly clean even though it’s a pond. Long drive in with gravel parts, but fun nonetheless! Lots of activities to do around the house such as frisbee golf, hot tub, rope swing, and hiking trails to name a few! The wifi worked perfectly and you could stream movies on the tv easily. Overall loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soul soothing rustic retreat

Art's home wildly exceeded my hopes and expectations for a forest filled weekend away. Very much appreciate the opportunity to stay at this property, and appreciated the care and clarity to prepare for a perfect weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property!

What a magical space! We did a last minute Easter visit and our family ranging from babies to grandparents had a wonderful time. The house was beautifully clean and had many of the small items(baby gate, highchair) that make traveling with little kids so much easier. The property itself is stunning, our kids spent everyday outside playing by the creek or the large meadow & play structure. We already want to go back when all the flowers start blooming!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caden D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing time with lots of space!

It was such an amazing beautiful property would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Special place

Me and 11 friends had planned a trip Tahoe to celebrate my upcoming wedding, but when the weather had other plans (during the crazy March storms) we booked this cabin instead as a safer option. The hosts were so kind to go check on the property beforehand to make sure it was safe to get to. The property is pretty remote, and on a gorgeous plot of land. It was well stocked, had beds for everyone, as well as 2 common spaces and a stocked kitchen. The hosts were available by text when we had questions and very kind. I definitely hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shashi K., San Ramon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

A private state park just for yourself

I have rented a lot of places over the years. But this one is definitely unique sad stands out. Complete isolation with acres of private serene nature all yours to enjoy. We were 5 adults and 3 teens had an amazing time. Communication with the owner was really good,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place in the woods

We had such a lovely time here. It ended up being pretty rainy while we were there, but the wood burning stove and the hot tub kept us nice and cosy. We all did several hikes around the property (beautiful redwoods and oaks, lots of ferns, moss and mushrooms, and the creek running right by the house). The kitchen is really well equipped: we made several great meals. We had 6 adults and 3 teens, plenty of sleeping space for all. Overall a great spot, I'd be happy to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia P., Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene escape

The owners of this home have created an amazing off-grid escape. We felt a million miles away despite the fact that Willits is only about 6 miles down the road. The clarity of the pond (the water is irrigated) was an incredible bonus. My dog would have been in heaven either way but my kids and I loved feeling clean and refreshed after our swims. The yard is amazing with lovely, soft grass and heaps of space. The kitchen is definitely dated but has everything you need. The downstairs bedroom is incredibly comfortable and my teenagers had no complaints about the upstairs beds so I gather they were also comfortable. The whole place has a wonderfully serene feeling and I wish we'd had longer than four days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent family getaway house

We had a family get together here for 3 nights. If you bring everything you need with you, it's easy to step out of the world for a few lovely days. Hiking trails right out the door, spacious decks for hanging out, 2 disc golf baskets, creek, pond, quiet. All of us were sad to check out and are already talking about a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022