Bird and Barrel Vineyard Farmhouse - Healdsburg Wine Country Retreat with Game Barn

Wake to vineyard rows stretching outside your window while morning light filters through the farmhouse. This playful 3-bedroom retreat brings color and fun to wine country — ping pong in the converted barn, bocce ball on the lawn, sunset dinners on the covered deck. Room for 6 with a fully equipped kitchen perfect for farmers' market finds. Just 2 miles from Healdsburg Plaza and minutes from Aperture Cellars. Your wine country escape comes with all the games — and all the views.

Spend mornings under the porch as vineyard rows catch the first light, afternoons among Healdsburg Plaza's tasting rooms and SingleThread, and evenings on the patio with a glass from the day's barrel-room visits. Board games sit at hand around the wood-burning fireplace in the main family room; a second living area sets orange leather sofas beneath a painted-brick fireplace and exposed beams. A retro-style fridge and ample counter open the kitchen for prepping Healdsburg farmers' market hauls, flowing into dining inside and out on the covered deck. Out back, the converted barn is the wildcard — exposed trusses soar above a ping-pong table and built-in bookshelves, with a roll-up garage door that erases the line between indoors and out. OUTDOOR LIVING Step outside to discover multiple entertainment zones. The covered deck offers outdoor dining beneath bright orange metal chairs on a colorful striped rug. Challenge your group to bocce ball on the regulation court with its sandy surface and wooden rails. The converted barn steals the show — exposed ceiling beams and trusses soar above a blue ping-pong table, an orange sofa, and built-in bookshelves, with a roll-up garage door that opens to blur the line between indoors and out. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Three bedrooms sleep up to six guests. The primary bedroom offers a king bed with views overlooking the property. The second bedroom features a queen bed with white bedding. The third bedroom provides two twin beds with yellow accent pillows and large windows framing vineyard views. PROPERTY AMENITIES -- Wood-burning fireplace -- Full kitchen with dishwasher -- Gas grill -- Ping-pong table in game barn -- Bocce ball court -- EV charger (Tesla and CCS1 plugs)

Roll up the barn door of the converted game room and let indoor-outdoor flow take over — ping-pong, exposed beams, vineyard views right outside. You've got the whole farmhouse, with a wood-burning fireplace, BBQ, outdoor dining, and an enclosed yard. Punch in the keypad code on arrival; free parking for up to five cars, with an EV charger (Tesla and CCS1 plugs) free for guest use.

Your farmhouse sits in the heart of Healdsburg wine country, surrounded by working vineyards just 2 miles from the historic Plaza. Walk next door (0.2 mi) to taste at Aperture Cellars, or explore nearby Christopher Creek Winery (0.5 mi) and Merriam Vineyards (0.6 mi). The famous Foppiano Vineyards, family-owned since 1896, is just 0.6 miles away. When hunger strikes, Healdsburger serves gourmet burgers 1.8 miles away, while TISZA BISTRO (2.1 mi) offers European comfort food with schnitzel and spätzle. The charming Healdsburg Plaza (2.3 mi) anchors downtown with tasting rooms, galleries, and the Saturday farmers' market. For outdoor fun, Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach on the Russian River is just 1.5 miles for summer swimming and kayaking. Stock up on provisions at Estrella's Market & Taqueria (1.8 mi) or grab morning coffee at Ana's Cafe & Espresso (1.8 mi).

Healdsburg is about 75 minutes from San Francisco via US-101 North — a straight, scenic drive into the heart of Sonoma wine country. You'll find ample free parking for up to 5 vehicles on the property, including EV charging. A car is the easiest way to take in the three valleys that meet here — Dry Creek, Alexander, and Russian River. For tasting days, plan a designated driver or book a rideshare ahead — it makes the whole day easier.

The home stays naturally cool thanks to cross-ventilation and shade trees, with air conditioning available for warmer days. Internet runs at 32 mb/s download speed, perfect for streaming. The primary renter must be 25 or older. Take advantage of the free EV charger — it works with both Tesla and CCS1 plugs. The converted barn game room is a special treat — roll up the garage door for indoor-outdoor ping pong matches. Don't miss sunset from the picnic tables by the bocce court. For the best farmers' market experience, visit Healdsburg Plaza on Saturday mornings starting in April. The property's one-acre setting means you'll enjoy privacy and quiet, with only the occasional tractor passing by during harvest season.

Permit number: TVR23-0066,LIC23-0071