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Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Sonoma, CA
  • Sonoma State Historic Park
    1 min walk
  • HopMonk Tavern
    2 min walk
  • Soscol Gateway Transit Center
    20 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Sonoma

Heart of Sonoma.Within a 5-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Sonoma State Historic Park and Sonoma Valley Museum of Art. Sonoma Plaza and Sonoma City Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sonoma Plaza - 7 min walk
  • Sonoma City Hall - 7 min walk
  • Mission San Francisco Solano - 10 min walk
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad - 17 min walk
  • Buena Vista Winery - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HopMonk Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Valley Bar and Bottle Offices - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steiners Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cochon Tasting Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Basque Boulangerie Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.

Enter a private, secluded environment and get away from the busy world in this charming, old-fashioned cottage with many Irish touches -- but also with wireless internet connection and flat-screen cable HD TV with hundreds of channels. Enjoy the easy two-block stroll to Sonoma Plaza, where you can choose from Sonoma's best restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and gift shops, also Mission St. Francis Solano, the last and northernmost mission of the California Mission Trail. The cottage is a wonderful base for taking walks to the historic Plaza, coffeeshops, wine bars and nearby vineyards.

The traditionally furnished living room has a cozy, natural gas fireplace and sofa bed for additional guests for no extra charge. Our fully stocked kitchen has everything you need for preparing meals. The small room off the living room can be an office or nursery. The screened-in front porch is perfect for reading, and/or enjoying a glass of Sonoma Chardonnay. In September 2021 we built a redwood deck off the bedroom for outdoor relaxing or dining, and friendly deer are often, daily actually, sighted in the backyard pasture (they love apple cores).

My wife Rose and I opened the doors of Kate Murphy’s Cottage in 1984. We have thoroughly enjoyed meeting guests from around the world and playing a part in their visit to the beautiful Sonoma Valley. It has been a singularly rewarding experience. And now, I am welcoming my son-in-law, Rick Alatorre, to the endeavor. Rick will be your contact and is looking forward to facilitating a wonderful stay for you at Kate Murphy’s. Rick and I together will ensure that your time in Sonoma is relaxing and enjoyable.

Available at discount by the week, two weeks, three weeks or month, the cottage is ideal for anniversary celebrations, house hunting, visiting family and friends, or extended business trips. We have a three-day minimum stay policy.

We have instituted the following protocols to further ensure the health and safety of all our guests. Our staff and cleaning crew are fully vaccinated against the COVID pandemic. We require that anyone who enters the cottage for maintenance or upkeep or cleaning be fully vaccinated.

You are going to love Kate Murphy's Cottage; everyone does. Please read our guest reviews!

Sláinte,

Larry Murphy and Rick Alatorre

Property manager

Rick and Monica Alatorre

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • 3 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 68952

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Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fall get-away at the Cottage
Kate Murphy’s Cottage is a welcoming place to unwind from the busyness of life. The cottage is snuggled under trees next to a murmuring creek that softens the sounds of the neighborhood. Furnishings are simple and comfortable, while the basics are easily found in neat cupboards, cabinets, and closets. The backyard deck provided hours of peaceful reflection enjoyed with wine secured from local vineyards. Entertainment was provided by squirrels and birds. A couple of times a doe and her fawns stopped by. A buck (male deer) briefly greeted me one morning at the front porch door as he sauntered on his way. The internet connection was robust, and the television was easily navigated. The many and varied shops, eateries, and entertainment of Sonoma are a leisurely walk from the cottage. And when walking through the neighborhoods, we were always greeted with friendly a ‘Hello!’ Our hosts were welcoming and warm. They kindly inquired as to our comfort unobtrusively. We are happy to have experienced the hospitality of Kate Murphy’s Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's Getaway
Charming little cottage filled with local art. Loved the front porch. Perfect location and within walking distance to so many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sonoma Getaway
We loved our stay at the cottage! Great location, easy to walk to Sonoma plaza.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sonoma
Location great. Carpet, spare pillows , lamps, foam pad all very dirty. Sofa bed all springs. Slept on couch
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was perfect, able to walk to square and have place to rest and relax.
The cottage was perfect, able to walk to square and have place to rest and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike A., Punta Banda, Baja California, Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quite and nice property
We loved our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
The cottage was absolutely perfect for our weekend. Great location and fabulous hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet quiet cottage
Cottage was very quaint, like staying at grandma’s. The location was perfect for us, very close to Sonoma Square and lots of restaurants. Very quiet and private
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA A., Windsor, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location walking distance to the Square
This is our second time visiting the Sonoma cottage. It is perfect for two friends and the back Garden is lovely for morning coffee and evening wine. The cottages, old and quirky, but very inviting and very comfortable. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, Comfortable Cottage
We felt part of historic Sonoma because of the wonderful momentos in the cottage. Everything in the cottage: beds, chairs, lighting, kitchen, porch, deck was comfortable, cozy, and homey. The deer in the back yard were a special treat. We did not need a car. It was an easy walk to the Plaza, town wineries, the bagel shop and Whole Foods. We visit Sonoma often; we hope Kate's cottage is always available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boomer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sonoma Cottage
Great location, very nice set up. I appreciate that a place like this could be available for us!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space & Location
Cozy & Private. Walking distance to the Square.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D., Small town , Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage in Heart of Sonoma
Very serene 1 bedroom vintage cottage in the heart of Sonoma. Very gracious hosting family. Quiet and enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stay.
Easy access to downtown Sonoma. Cozy on a very rainy week. Comfortable to get away for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mykael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister weekend
Just what we needed for a short but sweet weekend. Be sure to use the foam for the fold out as it made a big difference. Owner is gracious, kind, and very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
We absolutely loved our stay! The cottage was located in walking distance to Sanoma square, which was a plus. It was clean and quiet. Larry was delightful and easy to work with. We loved watching the deer play in the backyard. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Redwood cottage
I loved the kitchen window view of the redwood tree. I enjoyed the art on the walls and the books on Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Sonoma Cottage
We loved our time spent at the cottage and would absolutely stay again the next time we visit Sonoma. The cottage was just as described, it is cute, quaint, and charming. Larry is an amazing host and we truly enjoyed chatting with him when checking in and learning about the history of the cottage. The location can’t be beat, we easily walked to Sonoma Plaza every day. The cottage is older but has everything needed for a several night stay. The kitchen was stocked enough that we were able to make breakfast each morning. The gas fireplace kept the entire cottage cozy. We would recommend to all our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage and Great Location
We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Cozy and comfortable for the two of us. Very walkable to the plaza and all the restaurants and shops. Check in could not be easier and Larry left great notes and suggestions. Deer showing up every evening to play in the back yard is not to be missed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
My wife and I had a great week at this cottage. It was central to the Square and very quiet. Larry is a great host. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage Stay
It was a great size for me and my husband. We liked the option to cook meals if we wanted to stay in. We loved watching the deer family that comes to the property in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, Honestly
Cottage was perfect for an extended stay. Clean and comfortable, roomy, all amenities needed, screened in porch and a private deck in the back where you will certainly see the family of deer who reside there. Larry is the a perfect host. Respectful of your privacy while attentive to your needs and genuinely interested in your stay. Walking distance to Sonoma square. Book this now, will not regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
The cottage is very clean and charming. It’s in a lovely neighborhood. Nice outdoor and indoor sitting spaces. Walking distance to Sonoma plaza. Larry is friendly and available if needed. Best place we’ve stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

trisha h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cottage in perfect location.
My daughter and I stayed at Kate Murphy's cottage for a long weekend while enjoying Sonoma. It was the perfect home base for our trip. The cottage was clean, comfortable and we felt right at home. Check-in was super easy and Larry introduced himself as we arrived. The bed was extremely comfortable, slept great every night. The best thing about the cottage is the location! It's just a couple blocks from the square so we easily walked to dinner, shopping, coffee, park, wine tastings. And when exhausted from our busy days, we spent the evenings relaxing on the deck watching the deer come up and eat in the meadow. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot
You could not ask for a nicer spot nor for a nicer person to help you enjoy Sonoma. Larry made us feel quite welcome and he had some wonderful suggestions to occupy our time there. We certainly look forward to our next trip. Thanks Larry. Gene and Alexandra
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023