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Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza.

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sonoma, CA
  • Sonoma Plaza
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mission San Francisco Solano
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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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
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this cottage's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sonoma Plaza. Enjoy features like a gym and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a playground
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Sonoma Plaza and 14 minutes from Sonoma Raceway
Cozy 1 BR Cottage 2 Block Stroll to Sonoma Plaza. offers its guests a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sonoma cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Rick and Monica Alatorre

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 68952

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 212 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for two

This little quirky little cottage is the perfect place to stay when exploring Sonoma. It’s an easy walk to the square, has off street parking and is in a quiet neighborhood. The hosts were so nice and made sure we had all the information in advance of our arrival so check in was easy. Would highly recommend for a couple looking for a place to stay for a wine weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A true gem!

My 3-year-old and I were visiting Sonoma for a few days and landed at Kate Murphy’s Cottage. It’s well stocked, has real rustic charm, and is close to absolutely everything in Sonoma. We loved seeing our little visitors (see picture) in the mornings. We’d certainly stay again. One note that might matter to some who go to bed later than their travel partner: there’s no bedroom door. It wasn’t an issue for me, as I enjoyed quiet evenings and mornings on the screened-in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic! Of all the places to stay in wine country, I would pick this place every time. The location can't be beaten, just a couple of blocks from Sonoma Plaza. The cute decor and old house charm brought back fond memories of staying with grandparents. The bed and linens were super comfortable memory foam and the shower had great water pressure. The front sun room and back deck are fantastic spots to unwind after a day of wine tasting. I saw tons of birds and a whole family of deer with two young fawns. Having a washer and dryer available was so appreciated on the end of a work trip in San Francisco.The hosts, Rick and Monica, were extremely easy to work with and communicated proactively. Worth noting, the cottage sits on a lot behind a larger house, with another garage-type building beside it. While I didn't see another person there my entire stay, if you're looking for an ultra-private spot, this is good to know.
Adorable sun porch
Babies out the window
Enjoying a glass of Sonoma on the back deck
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D., Small town , Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage close to Sonoma Sqau

This is a very cozy cottage. Perfect location for a Sonoma getaway. Hosts are very responsive and welcoming. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy M., Chico, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage Perfect Location

The cottage is so cozy and comfortable. We loved sitting on the covered patio listening to the rain. Such a great location. Super easy walk to the plaza and easy drive to Jack London State Park and Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

My wife and I spent 4 nights at this wonderful cozy cottage. It was relaxing and minutes from the Sonoma Square. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

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

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant with a lot of character and charm and walkable to square.
Stayed 3 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