With contemporary styling, this luxurious gated vineyard estate offers secluded privacy and sweeping views of the Sonoma Valley. (4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, plus office, and pool house). The exterior architecture is modeled after a modern Italian villa and the landscaping is designed to capture the stunning views and highlight the swimming pool and spa. The space ‍‍Welcome to Villa Casterno, located between Glen Ellen and Sonoma,  just a short drive from local wineries, shops and restaurants in Historic Sonoma Plaza.‍ What We Love About This Home Grand in scale with contemporary styling, original works of art and cheerful ambiance, this luxurious gated vineyard estate offers secluded privacy and sweeping views of the Sonoma Valley. It features 3 ensuite bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in the main house, an office and an additional sleeping room in the pool house and accommodates a total of 8 overnight guests.‍ The exterior architecture is modeled after a modern Italian villa and the landscaping is designed to capture the stunning views as well as highlight the elegant swimming pool and spa. Gated, with a main residence and guesthouse on the property, there is ample room for up to 8 guests.‍ Interior Details The main house is approximately 3,000 square feet and has 3 bedrooms (all upstairs), all with ensuite bathrooms. Downstairs is an office and a well-designed kitchen with all the amenities for enthusiastic cooks--the kitchen and dining area has recently been expanded and remodeled completely, the kitchen with all-new sub-zero appliances. The spacious, contemporary and stylish dining room seats 10 for dinner and is an inviting room to host beautiful wine country meals.‍ A large living room with wrap-around decks takes full advantage of the property's hillside location. From the living area guests can enjoy mountain, vineyard and pool views. If you can be tempted away from the natural beauty just beyond your windows, there is a large flat-screen TV for your enjoyment.‍ Upstairs the generous primary suite has a king bed and a flat screen TV. A spacious private terrace offers the perfect seating area to enjoy the magical vista surrounding you. The primary bath has abundant natural light and has been remodeled with a freestanding tub and separate shower and toilet.‍ The 2nd and 3rd cheery bedrooms have queen beds and each has their own newly remodeled ensuite bathroom (with shower). A lovely large terrace off one of the guest rooms offers a relaxing sunset view of the mountain and vineyards. There is a large office and separate TV room downstairs for a private workspace or for quiet television viewing.‍ This home has an incredibly inviting, comfortable layout that takes full advantage of the flow between the indoor and outdoor spaces – in large part thanks to the well-placed private terraces, wrap around decks and many windows throughout.‍ Additionally there is a large charming and contemporary pool house with a full bathroom, flat screen TV and fitness area with free weights and a Peloton bike on the first floor and a large open room on the second floor with a king bed, sofa, a large flatscreen TV, and french doors that lead to a balcony with expansive views of the vineyard and pool area.  Exterior Details An outdoor patio with a dining table for 8 plus multiple lounge chairs and a large fire-pit is the perfect place to enjoy summer evenings alfresco, under the olive trees and by the vines. The lovely pool and beautifully landscaped yard are screened with oaks, olive and lemon trees, birds of paradise and a private Zinfandel vineyard for your own little taste of wine country.‍ This stunning private 1.7 acre estate is a rare gem. It is ideally located in the heart of Sonoma's wine country halfway between Kenwood/Glen Ellen and the historic square in downtown Sonoma close to vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms and restaurants.‍ Good to Know Six state-of-the-art flat screen TVs - WIFI in both main and guest house - Ceiling mounted speakers with Sonos in both main and guest house - Central heating and air conditioning throughout - Laundry room. PLEASE NOTE: Pool is not fenced so may not be suitable for guests with small children. Pool is solar heated, temperatures are warmer from May through September. October through April the pool will be too chilly to swim. Guests staying at Casterno will enjoy access to  BeautifulPlaces pre-arrival assistance. Our local staff can assist with pre-trip suggestions for winery visits, private chef dinners and any other special experiences you desire.On arrival day you’ll find a bottle of local wine and gourmet coffee waiting for you in your villa, and our team is available during your stay to answer any questions you have.‍ House Rules House Rules This property is subject to local regulations governing vacation rental properties.   Under local law, events, parties and outdoor amplified music are not allowed. Overnight and day time occupancy is limited to 8 guests, and rental guests must observe quiet hours between 9:00pm and 9:00am. Any request for a pet to stay on the property must be approved by the owner, and an additional $250 cleaning fee, per pet, applies. This fee does not apply to service animals. Please contact your BeautifulPlaces representative with any questions about the features, amenities or policies for this house. Must be 25 years or older to book. Other things to note In these uncertain times the best available option for travel is a private home rental where you can enjoy the beauty of wine country away from the crowds. You can be assured that our housekeeping team follows the highest protocols of cleanliness and the same goes for our service providers, including private chefs, spa technicians and wine hosts, who can provide a memorable experience of your vacation rental property. Registration number Sonoma County TOT# 2473N. Sonoma Vacation Rental Permit # ZPE15-0708