Heart of Lodi.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lodi Chamber of Commerce and World of Wonders Science Museum. Lodi Lake Park and Mokelumne River are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Stockton, CA (SCK-Stockton Municipal) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Brix & Hops - 8 min walk
Guantonio's - 4 min walk
Jack in the Box - 10 min walk
Papapavlo's Bistro And Bar - 8 min walk
Lodi Beer - 9 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.
Beautifully restored 1922 craftsman bungalow in a prime Lodi wine tasting area
Bring your family group or friends to this beautiful Ca. bungalow in the heart of Lodi and wine country. This home has been beautifully restored with antiques throughout. This craftsman style bungalow built in 1922 has hardwood floors and wood paneling and is over 2600 sq. ft. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, a large front room, formal dining room with built in leaded glass sideboard, family/game room, den/office, atrium, and reading nook. The kitchen has been completely remodeled with granite counters but still has the remarkable 1926 Fridgidaire ice box that is perfect for storing wine. The sunny kitchen and dining area is surrounded outside by camelias which are by most of the unique windows that fill the house with natural light. They also allow for beautiful views of the tree lined neighborhood and the park across the way in this prime location. You can also enjoy reading in the cozy nook or the private plant filled atrium. The huge fenced backyard offers a patio for enjoying a cup of coffee or having a group get-together for a barbeque. The patio table seats 8 and there is additional wicker furniture and a picnic table with benches for larger groups. The Merlot Bungalow sits across the street from a popular kids park and is 2 blocks away from downtown Lodi which offers many wine tasting rooms, restaurants, art galleries, shopping and theaters. In addition Lodi offers access to over 80 wineries with award winning wines for your wine tasting pleasure. Also within walking distance is Hutchins Street Square which hosts many events and weddings. You may also want to go to Lodi Lake and nature center with its beautiful park , picnic area and water activities. Near-by is historic Micke's Grove with history museum, zoo, golf, and Japanese Tea Garden. North of Lodi is the skydiving center, airport and restaurant. Just west of Lodi and Lodi Lake is historic Woodbridge.
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
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,650 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
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
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Must have pre-approval
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: There are stairs.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Must have pre-approval for an event.
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 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
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10. Note from host: Must have pre-approval for an event. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 571754
Beautifully restored 1922 craftsman bungalow in a prime Lodi wine tasting area Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 74 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie B.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gathering for a wedding
Perfectly located in town. Walking distance to park, shopping, food, theater. Hutchin Street Square Activities. Beautiful craftsmanship, plenty of room and we all felt like we were at home. Highly recommended.!
Bonnie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Dawn M.
Apr 17, 2025
Lodi Vacay
The hosts were great with communication and very helpful with suggestions for restaurants and activities. The house was a very spacious and unique older home with a well equipped kitchen. The outdoor patio was a wonderful space and we even had a fire one night. The only negative was the odor in the house when we first got there…it was completely closed up and had a very pungent musty smell. It improved with opening up the house and getting fresh air in. Overall,the house met our needs with our favorite spot being the outdoor patio.
Dawn M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean B.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas stay
Great house with a great location.
Sean B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Mary E.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mary E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah E.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovingly restored craftsman is perfect for a holiday family gathering
Just entering the house and admiring all the craftsman details is a delight. Plenty of space for a family to spread out. The kitchen is roomy and well stocked - pots, pans, and room for 2-3 cooks plus a breakfast nook for family members who want to observe and chat. Lovely location in town.The downtown area is walkable and the grocery stores for last minute food runs are a 5 minute drive.
Sarah E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan B.
Oct 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend stay
Great place to stay for family wedding we were attending. Very close to a park for our grandkids. Close enough to walk to downtown for coffee in the mornings. We were welcomed with snacks and beautiful flowers! Charming older bungalow home.
Dan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn P.
Sep 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a wonderful time in Lodi at this beautiful home. Right across from a great park and close to downtown Lodi. Gorgeous backyard! Loved it! Lynn
Lynn P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Alison
Travelled with family
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Amenities
This is a beautiful house with a pretty back yard setting. It worked well for my out state family members to stay all together for a family wedding.
Alison
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julia D., N California, USA
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly charming 100 year old home!
Maurie's home has been lovingly restored to its grandeur & the bedrooms are super cozy upstairs. Walkability is ideal. Backyard is huge! Very spacious for a large (or small!) group with room for everyone. Delighted to have stayed in a piece of history.
Julia D.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eleanor H.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group
We were three small families and had plenty of room for everyone. There are several downstairs gathering rooms along with a large dining room and a fully stocked kitchen. It’s a lovely neighborhood and parking was easy. The Internet was spotty but we didn’t ask for any help so maybe that could’ve been fixed. The clean up/check out process was minimal which we appreciated.
Eleanor H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan N., San Francisco
Apr 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location - Best Backyard
This house is perfect for those who want the flavor of downtown Lodi, and also would like to relax in a quiet and beautiful garden. There is a park across the street for families, and the house is perfectly equipped. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs. The office can be a 4th. and it is downstairs.
Alan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Pam G., Carson City, NV
Nov 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Little touches
Little touches like fresh flowers, a bottle of Lodi zin, snacks and decorative pumpkins and gourds were so thoughtful and appreciated. It was lovely spending time out back at the table under the trees. Kitchen was immaculate and totally adequate.
Pam G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna D.
Nov 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in the Downtown!
We rented this home for a Church choir that played at our Youth Retreat for the weekend. They loved how close it was to the church, the downtown and eateries. Would definitely book again!
Donna D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
M M.
Aug 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Wine Tasting Weekend!
This was a perfect house to stage my wedding engagement celebration with a few of my closest girlfriends to have brunch, enjoy a day of wine tasting around Lodi, order Guantonio's for dinner, and play card games. Many memories, laughs, and stories of the weekend were all encased in this great house, which we couldn't stop exploring and wondering about the time when it was built. So many historical elements of interest and character while having the functionality of modern day amenities. And the kitchen items, including knives, dishes, and cutting boards, were of quality. So often VRBO's have cheap kitchenware. This house had a fully stocked kitchen that fit all of our serving needs. We won't hesitate to stay here again when our needs find us in Lodi!
M M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Quentin R.
Jun 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Merlot House
We had an excellent stay. The house is in a great location close to downtown Lodi. We were in town for graduation and the back yard made a great location for our family to hang out together. I would highly recommend
Quentin R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deborah V., Lower Lake, California, USA
May 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
a wonderful stay
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Merlot Bungalow. Beautifully and comfortably furnished with everything you could possibly need. Our family group of 8 had plenty of room to relax and reconnect. The downstairs den/bedroom with attached bath was especially handy for one with mobility challenges. Relaxing oasis in the backyard. This home is wonderfully restored with all the quirks of an older home intact. Yes, the street traffic can be noisy, but the location is perfect. Terrific hosts and the welcome wine and cheese gave us a delicious start!
We only wish we could have stayed longer.
Deborah V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt C.
Mar 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
House is great
Really enjoyed our stay here. House is in a perfect location near downtown. All the bedrooms are comfortable, downstairs living area is large with multiple rooms such as parlor, living room, dining room etc. Backyard has a nice seating area with outdoor furniture. Would definitely come again.
Matt C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
julie s.
Dec 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Maurie and
Maurie and Keith were lovely hosts, and they shared some terrific recommendations on the local scene when we arrived. Merlot Bungalow is cozy and well located with all the comforts of home. Excellent location and comfortable home. Street/train noise was a little louder than expected but some white noise machines took care of it. Great find!
julie s.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Camille M.
Sep 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in downtown Lodi!
We enjoyed our stay at Merlot Bungalow very much. Traffic was little busy at this corner of downtown, but with the air conditioning running, it helped to baffle some of the sound during the evening hours. We particularly enjoyed all of the beautiful antiques inside and the patio outside at night. We will definitely look at Merlot Bungalow for our next visit to Lodi.
Camille M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa L.
Sep 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had the best time in that adorable house! The house was beautiful and so clean! The owners were so kind and made the check in and out process so easy! Can’t wait to come back!
Melissa L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy m.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Third fantastic stay at this property!
This is the 3rd time we have stayed at this property. It is perfect for our family. So clean and well equiped. How sweet to get bottles of wine and sweets upon arrival. The owners are so responsive. I can't say enough good things about this rental...that's why we have stayed here 3 times! Thanks.
Cathy m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Suzanne K.
Oct 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old home with beautiful original workmanship
The house was fabulous for six friends we got together for a long needed gathering… It was spread out enough for a very comfortable stay.. I would’ve given it 5 stars but the street noise knocked it down to 4.
Suzanne K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jon H.
Feb 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home
Well set up home a great hosts. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it. Only negative at all is traffic noise.
Jon H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Natalie C.
Dec 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Our employees have stayed at this property a few times now as it is a lovely place and the owners are very helpful and friendly!
Natalie C.
Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Natalie C.
Nov 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
We had a couple of employees stay at this location while in town for long term work. The property has great amenities and the owners were incredibly helpful and responsive throughout our employees' stay!