The Stavrand
Warm, bohemian, rustic-luxury California. Think Mission Revival architecture, artsy wallpaper, cedar hot tubs under open sky, and a nightly prix-fixe dinner served to a maximum of six tables. Not precious — but genuinely special.
Book a Cazadero room for the outdoor cedar hot tub experience under the open sky — it's the sweet spot between Belden's historic charm and Armstrong's modernity
Why It Matters
One of the very few independently-owned, owner-operated properties in Wine Country to hold both Michelin Two Keys and AAA Four Diamonds. The Belden House is a registered Sonoma County Landmark (Number 129). Dinner is strictly for hotel guests only — six tables, four courses, prix-fixe — which keeps the experience genuinely private.
The Stavrand is a 21-room boutique hotel on a six-acre hillside estate in Guerneville, originally built in 1922 as the home of Guerneville banker Ralph 'Rooster' Belden and converted into a B&B in the 1980s. A full gut renovation in 2021 by new owners Emily Glick and Santiago Appleton Ripley brought it back to life with sharp interiors by EDG Design (the same firm behind Montage Healdsburg) while keeping the historic bones intact. The result earned a Michelin Two-Key rating, AAA Four Diamond, and a spot on Travel + Leisure's It List — serious hardware for a 21-room property in a small redwood river town.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Armstrong House King
The newest and most modern building on property, Armstrong has two rooms and is the most spacious option. Cathedral ceilings, renovated hardwood floors, and deep Saltillo tile shower/soaking tub bathrooms with either a window or skylight for natural light throughout the day. Semi-private outdoor decks, gas fireplaces, and that same big-sky view of the surrounding redwoods. If you want elbow room, this is your building.
King · 30 sqmBelden House King
Rooms inside the 1922 Mission Revival landmark, the Belden House. Each one is different — think intricate wallpaper, inherited antiques mixed with custom designer furniture, and a distinct European B&B intimacy. The public spaces downstairs include two original 1922 stone fireplaces, a lending library, and the sunroom that floods with afternoon light. Cozier than the other buildings, which is the whole point.
KingCazadero House King
The Cazadero building was redesigned from scratch in 2021 and offers the most distinctive outdoor experience on property. Eight rooms, each with direct access to nature, vaulted ceilings, window seats, and — the real draw — outdoor cedar hot tubs with open-sky views. Many also have freestanding soaking tubs inside and gas fireplaces. It's the building that feels most like a private cabin that also happens to come with breakfast.
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Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary yellow bicycles available on a first-come, first-served basis. Coolers available for packing lunch on a full day out.
Giant Connect Four, croquet, cornhole, and badminton available on the grounds.
Stavrand guests receive complimentary access to the Classic Tasting at Marimar Estate, a neighboring woman-owned winery known for its tempranillo and albariño — a welcome departure from the usual Russian River pinot. Valued at $35 per person.
Complimentary tastings available at a growing list of partner wineries including Croix, Gary Farrell, Lynmar, MacRostie, and Martin Ray. Kosta Browne offers preferred access and member pricing.
Daily 5–6pm reception with curated local wines, cocktails, and a chef amuse-bouche. Happens in the courtyard or fireside in the Belden House.
S'mores kits with local dark chocolate and a gluten-free graham cracker option, enjoyed at the courtyard firepits. Stavrand blankets available for chilly evenings.
The team outfits guests with kayak equipment and inner tubes to float the Russian River, just steps from the property. Coolers available to borrow.
Curated book collection in the Belden House — strong on local area and 1920s history titles. Board games available to enjoy on the grounds or in your room.
Wander the estate's Chef's Meadow past fruit trees (apple, fig, quince, apricot, pear, plum) planted by the original Belden family in the 1920s. The meadow also hosts the kitchen garden. In-season fruit can be picked directly from the trees.
A 10-minute guided walk through the Chef's Meadow, past tennis courts and mini-golf, across the river bridge to downtown Guerneville's Main Street. Each guestroom is equipped with a portable lantern for evening strolls.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The sunroom and dining areas can be configured for corporate retreats, meetings, trainings, and private events. Property also hosts weddings.
Each room includes a dimmable portable lantern for wandering the six-acre property at night or strolling into town.
Curated in-room minibar with local HenHouse beer, parmesan crisps, standard snacks and beverages, and even a thoughtful pack of Tylenol.
Eco-friendly, luxury bath amenities from California clean-beauty brand Juice Beauty, provided via in-room dispensers.
Provided in all rooms.
Every room has a 50-inch flatscreen with the Sonifi interface for live cable and streaming from your own device via a 3-step pairing process.
Up to 2 dogs allowed in most Cazadero House and Armstrong House rooms. Fee of $150 per stay applies.
Heated outdoor pool available until sunset, with views of the redwoods and a local metalwork art installation charting the Russian River's path.
Communal hot tub adjacent to the pool, available until sunset.
1-gigabit complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Free on-site parking in the orchard-lined lot.
Electric vehicle charging stations on property.
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