Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House | House in Sonora

10.0 (20 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Sonora House | Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House

3 Bedroom House in Sonora

Beautiful modern straw bale earth house in the heart of gold country. Light-filled and full of gorgeous design touches. This home resides on a seasonal pond and creek. Sit outside by the fountain and enjoy a glass of wine or coffee as you watch the turkeys and deer stop by. Perhaps catch a glance of the river otters that live in the pond, or catch a fish. Animals we have seen include coyotes, deer, turkeys, foxes, bobcats, rabbits, fish, mt lion, heron, bald eagle, snakes, salamanders. We are up against federal land and our pond supports an abundance of life. Kayaks are available. Relax in the hammocks and watch the stars.
A straw bale home is a environmentally sustainable type of architecture. The walls are over 18" thick and this home is built to passively heat in the winter and cool in the summer. There are solar panels and the beautiful concrete floors have radiant heat in winter and naturally cool the home in summer. We consider this house to be a piece of art. We are so happy to share it with you and hope you will make many happy memories.
****If you are bringing small kids; this is a fragile home. Strawbale is covered with breathable lime plaster which some small hands may want to gouge, pick or otherwise destroy.
****There is a large fountain with over two feet of water outside the back door. There are several steep cliffs, drop offs and areas to fall. There are wild animals all around. It is a magical home and surroundings but we have cliffs, ponds- you get the idea. Kids will need to be closely supervised. If you have questions please reach out before instant booking.
****We welcome well behaved dogs. Please clean up after them inside and outside. Keep them leashed outside. They should not harass or chase the wildlife. Do not leave them unattended in the house. If you leave, crate them. There is a $50 charge per dog.
House has shades that can be drawn in the summer and we have added window air conditioners to cool it off on very hot days.

Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House is located in Sonora. Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Beautiful, Modern Straw Bale House has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Sonora has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Sonora, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Coffee grinder
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • English
  • Spanish
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On the river
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Playground
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: water, cliffs, rocks, wild animals. supervise
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: $50 per dog. leashed outside. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Ann S.
Jul 15, 2025 12:38:11 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The Straw Bale House is a beautiful home and perfect for bird and nature lovers. The owners were exceptionally responsive and made us feel welcome and at home. The gentle water fountain was a star attraction for birds and was soothing to drift off to sleep as it is right outside the main bedroom. Best of all, the owners are bird lovers and have many seed feeders and hummingbird feeders set up. For nature photography this is a super setup. The pond is a five-minute walk down the hill on the trail and does pass by their other rental home but not a problem at all. There are eight wide stone steps down to the house from the parking area but there is a sturdy rail and lighting at night. The house is all on one level, which is convenient as my husband has mobility issues. We only used the main bedroom with the king bed, and it was very comfortable. The wifi was great and I was able to check emails and grade papers with no problem for my summer class. The clawfoot tub has a shower in it and there is a step stool to help you over the high edge. The large, beautiful kitchen has nice quality pots and pans and a good knife set. The house is in a quiet subdivision but is at the end of a gravel road so there are no neighbors in sight except for the second smaller rental home down the hill and mostly out of sight. We have stayed in many VRBO homes, and this was one of the nicest with rock-star owners.
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