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Cerro Pampa Polo Ranch 4 Countryside Cottages
Cerro Pampa Cottages located at our country horse ranch in Petaluma, just 10 minutes from the historic downtown area in Northern CA. It is a wonderful space, perfect to host a company retreat, family reunion, or group vacation. The serene property features 4 separate cottages, providing both privacy & beauty with accommodations for ideally 22 but up to 24+ guests. There are 9 bedrooms, 17 beds & 6 bathrooms in total. A very large outdoor area including BBQs and a tennis court based on availability.
This listing is all four (4) separate cottages located on our Cerro Pampa Polo horse ranch. Between all four cottages, there are a total of 9 bedrooms, with 17 beds, 6 bathrooms & 3 kitchens. You will find each Cottage described below.
Due to the uniqueness of our property, we strongly encourage interested groups to send an inquiry to discuss trip details BEFORE requesting to book to ensure the booking is a good fit for both parties.
The Dairy House
This is our spacious cottage located in the center of our ranch. It has tall ceilings, a cozy living room, an open dining area, and a modern kitchen. The kitchen has a full-size refrigerator and a gas range stove with an oven. There is a microwave, a toaster, a coffee maker, and garbage disposal. There is a Weber BBQ just outside for grilling. The living area is open and comfy, a great place to unwind or watch a family movie. This room has French doors that open up to the outside area. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms along with an outdoor shower. The entire Dairy house has plantation-style shutters over the windows which keep the house cool inside.
The master bedroom has a king bed.
The second bedroom has a queen bed.
The third bedroom sleeps three (3), with a twin over twin bunk bed and another separate twin bed.
The master bathroom with a shower is accessible from the master room only.
The 2nd bathroom has a shower with a tub.
The outdoor shower is attached to the Dairy House.
The Bunk House
This is a great space with beautiful lighting providing two additional bedrooms and one bathroom. The living room has a spacious sitting area with large sliding glass doors that lead to an outdoor patio area with a small outside table. There is no kitchen in the Bunk House unit. There is a mini-fridge and microwave for guest use. The Bunk House is approximately 150 feet away, across the open backyard space.
The first room has a queen bed.
The second room has a twin over a full-size bunk bed.
One bathroom with shower
The Saddle House
A lovely cottage located in the far corner of our ranch. The Saddle house has two bedrooms and one bathroom with a tub and shower. It has a comfy living room, a large dining area, and a full kitchen. The kitchen has a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and a gas range stove with an oven. There is a microwave, toaster, and coffee maker. There is a wonderful outside porch with lounge chairs and space to entertain. There is a Weber BBQ for outside grilling and an outdoor glass table on the side of the house.
The Saddle house has blinds to keep the house cool inside.
The master bedroom has a king bed and a twin daybed.
The second bedroom has a twin over a full-size bunk bed.
The bathroom has a shower with a tub.
The Farm House.
The Farm House is a charming renovated 100-year house located in the front of our ranch. It is colorful and inviting inside with plenty of space and tall ceilings. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 large living rooms, a dining area with a spacious table and a full kitchen. The kitchen has a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and a gas range stove with an oven. There is a microwave, a toaster, and a coffee maker. There is also a washer and dryer in the Farmhouse for guest use. Outside spaces provide a great fenced area with lounge chairs and space to entertain along with a Weber BBQ.
The master bedroom has a queen bed.
The second bedroom has two (2) twin beds and a bunk bed with two (2) twin beds.
The master bathroom has a separate shower and tub and is accessible from the master room only.
The 2nd bathroom has a large shower.
The living room area has two (2) twin-size futon-type beds that work as couches or extra sleeping areas.
The Outdoor space between all four cottages is extensive. There is a very large open backyard that the Dairy House and Bunkhouse share. There is outdoor furniture to hang out and relax along with a fire pit. Just over a small bridge is the Saddle house with its own outdoor area which includes a wonderful outside porch with lounge chairs and space to entertain. The Farmhouse provides a wonderful fenced area with lounge chairs and space to entertain. There are three (3) Weber BBQs total for outside grilling.
*Please note that we experienced a fire on the property that resulted in the loss of our two barns that were in front of the Dairy & Bunk House. This changed the front of the Dairy house look. Now near the front of the Dairy is a large concrete area, where the grill and patio furniture are, and about 30 feet away is large work shed. The other three views include the open natural area and horse ranch. We are continuing to improve the area but we want guests to know it is not the same as the aerial pictures. We include this be sensitive to guest expectations.
GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to the Dairyhouse, the Bunkhouse, the Saddle House, and the Farmhouse, all 4 units on the lower property. The entire outdoor space between all four houses is extensive. The Farmhouse is the first house with a large fenced yard and outdoor seating along with a Weber BBQ and a fire pit. There is an open backyard that the Dairy House and Bunkhouse share with Just over a small bridge is the Saddle house with its own outdoor area which includes a porch and outdoor seating. There are two (3) Weber BBQs available, one at the Dairyhouse, one at the Saddle house, and one at the Farm House.
You are welcome to explore the grounds but guests are not allowed in any Barn, shed, or work areas. Also, guests are not allowed in horse enclosures at any time. Please be aware that the white plastic fences around some horse areas are electric and should not be touched. Please be respectful of the horses that are on the property at all times and do not feed them. Please check ahead. The property is adjacent to the lavish Cerra Pampa Polo Field. As guests, you are welcome to come to watch Polo practice or Polo games from the sidelines of the field anytime!
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
*We do not allow parties, events, or weddings on the property.
*We do not allow guests outside the number stated in the reservation without prior written consent.
*There are sleeping accommodations for 24 guests when beds are shared as described in the listing.-Extra guests and pets are approved on a case-by-case basis. There is an additional $50 charge per guest, per night or day after the 22nd guest, and is allowed with WRITTEN APPROVAL ONLY.
** Failure to be honest upfront with plans or guest count is immediate cancellation at the guests' expense.
*We are on filtered Well water, at a ranch with horses. As a working horse ranch, we must ask that you conserve water. If there are any issues with water during your stay contact us immediately and we will resolve the problem.
*We supply 5gal bottled drinking water for guest consumption.
*Since we are on a horse ranch there are flies and other insects. Please understand that flies are in and around the house. Also, bees, ticks, and other insects outside the house are common. This varies depending on the time of year. Also keeping screen doors closed helps immensely. We leave fly tape and a swatter to help and we have monthly pest control in place. Please understand we cannot control the insects.
*While on the property and before leaving, general tick checks for dogs and humans are highly encouraging.
*Wi-Fi is available at ea House. The Wi-Fi is consistent and we have 15Mb/s download and 3Mb/s upload speeds. We do not guarantee Wi-Fi at all times
*There is no cell service without connecting to our WiFi.
*There is a smart TV with HDMI hook up at the Dairy and Farm House only, also we provide a Netflix account for guest use.
*There is a landline phone at the Farm House for emergency use.
*The indoor Fireplace at the Farmhouse is not usable.
*Please remove shoes inside the cottages with carpet/rugs as much as possible.
*BBQ Grills as charcoal-Guests bring their own supplies.
**Another detail to point out is that once you enter the property you have entered a private road shared by multiple owners. You MUST drive slowly ~10 miles an hour & you MUST yield to pedestrians or horses by stopping & giving them the right of way.