Hello! My name is Sarah Peabody, co-owner of Lucky Bend Lookout Vacation Rental and I am the one that is talking to you from our page. I also run the facebook group Sonoma Family Adventures where I share fun tips on how to have a great time while visiting west Sonoma County.
I am Sarah and I live in San Francisco. I am a wife, Mom of 2 elementary age children, and a Physical Therapist.
I got it from my Mom who was a travel agent and taught me to love travel. Back before I was a PT I worked in hospitality at a theme park, a hotel, and at a market in wine country. I have always enjoyed helping people, whether its to help them have a great time or to help them heal from injury.
🛶When did we start our business?
We were looking to buy a house in 2012 and we quickly found out that even with all the money we had saved, that buying a decent home in San Francisco was nearly impossible. We then stumbled upon this house in Guerneville and it was love at first sight, even with the termite damage, roof damage, and crumbling deck.
🧡Why I love what I do:
I love helping people to have a great time and I just love hookin' people up! It brings me joy.
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Continue reading for a description of Lucky Bend Lookout.
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Think traveling with kids means sacrificing gorgeous, architecturally inspiring accommodations?
Think again. Your kids will feel like woodland creatures—and you’ll feel like a travel-planning wizard—when your family settles into our mid-century modern cabin, tucked into a dense stand of redwoods beside the Russian River in Guerneville. (One ancient redwood has been presiding over our part of the forest for over a thousand years!)
A true mid-century modern gem, Lucky Bend Lookout was architect-designed and constructed in 1966, and is kid-friendly down to the childproofed details. It’s environmentally friendly, too—during a recent remodel, we took care to increase thermal performance by 400 percent (that includes heated floors!) and used only sustainable building materials and native plants. Protecting nature—which is so gorgeously on display here—is a priority for us.
In true mid-century modern tradition, the Lucky Bend Lookout’s open floor plan, elevated treehouse-style deck, enormous windows, and warm redwood walls and ceilings merge indoor and outdoor spaces. Have you ever vacationed somewhere that’s brimming with natural beauty and felt guilty for just wanting to relax inside with a good book? Here, that’s no dilemma.
Watch ospreys soar among the redwoods from the couch in the living area, decorated with clean lines and whimsical fabrics. Or sauté fresh vegetables from the Guerneville Farmers Market in our fully stocked kitchen as you watch your kids play outside on the deck.
Then, present your handiwork to your hungry family at the sleek dining table—which has room for 10—and watch the Russian River drifting by in the fading light of evening while the adults sip our region’s famous wines. Or you can get even closer to nature and feast at the eight-person outdoor dining table on the spacious deck among the trees. Or plan on an epic day of activity and reward yourself with our private chef who will prepare a gourmet meal right to your tastes right there are Luck Bend Lookout and sweep away all the dishes and cleanup afterwards while you relax on the deck in the warm breeze.
After dinner, get cozy in the living room and watch the stars reflect their sparkle on the river as you browse Netflix, HuluPlus, or Pandora Radio on our 47-inch flat screen TV. The couch doubles as a pull-out bed.
For the kids, we keep our cabin clear of breakable knickknacks and stocked with all the gear you need. A Pack ‘n Play, high chair, step stool, potty-chair, toddler bed rail, baby swing, and stroller keep the little ones safe. Plus, we supply a few extra goodies to keep them happy, like a water table, a swing set under the deck, and some inside toys.
One bedroom features a reading nook and a sturdy set of bunk beds for a fun, summer-camp setup, except much comfier—we use memory foam mattresses on all of our beds. And your kids’ imaginations will run wild with the magical redwood grove in view just outside their window.
Two adult bedrooms, with queen-sized beds and mid-century modern details like s**g carpeting and low-profile beds, invite you to sink in for the night. A view of the redwoods will greet you in the morning.
Our home is a dream for families who love the river life with a floating dock, along with stairs that lead directly to the river. The water will literally be steps away! As our guest, you’ll also enjoy complimentary use of our two kayaks, and canoe. The dock is not guaranteed to be available on a set date. It is usually in the water approximately from Mid-June through September which is when the seasonal dams are added to the river.
Downtown Guerneville is only a mile from the Lucky Bend Lookout. We are located 10 minutes by car from the nearest winery and 15 to 20 minutes from dozens more. There are even kid-friendly wineries in the area! A sandy beach along the Russian River is a 10-minute walk from the property, or hop in the car and head 20 minutes to the Sonoma Coast to surf, explore tide pools, and spot harbor seals sunning themselves. Lucky Bend Lookout comes with beach chairs, an umbrella, beach toys, a cooler, a picnic basket, and a cruiser bike.
Our calendar fills fast—the time to book your mid-century modern oasis is today!
Give us a call at 415-516-6961
Sonoma County TOT Certificate #1082N.
A Mid-Century Gem in the Redwoods—Bring the Kids! Think traveling with kids means sacrificing gorgeous, architecturally inspiring accommodations? Think again.
