A Voie Field Guide
The Russian River
& Sonoma Coast.
Cazadero · Duncans Mills · Jenner · Guerneville
Welcome to the Redwood Dome (follow us on Instagram at @redwood.dome)! Thank you for staying with us, and we can't wait to share the magic of our dome and the Russian River and Sonoma coastline with you. Here are some of our favorites in the area.
Our favorite bakery around in nearby Duncans Mills! Get the butter horns, bear claws, scones — all paired with locally roasted Gold Coast coffee. They now have live music that is regularly scheduled (bossa nova duo each Saturday afternoon).
Map →Brunch (eggs benedict!) and dinner with a seafood flair. Always a solid choice for a quiet meal in charming Duncans Mills.
Map →Good food and good vibes serving up a delicious pie/cake du jour. Favorites include the shakshuka and one of their fresh smoothies. Open Wed. to Sundays.
Map →Pair your breakfast/brunch/lunch/mid-day snack with views of the Russian River and Sonoma Coast at this cute, quaint cafe along Highway 1. Enjoy bossa nova each Sunday afternoon.
Map →Come to this local watering hole for music, drinks, and good times. Food is just okay, but it's a good local hangout spot.
Map →Some of the most breathtaking sunsets and views in Jenner. Come here for a drink around sunset and stay for a solid meal.
Map →Come here for sandwiches and what Oprah deemed the "best biscuits" on her favorite things list.
Map →One of our favorite restaurants around the river! Always serving up fresh fare with a contemporary California flair.
Map →Sweeping views of the coast and miles of trails … get a bird's eye view over the Sonoma coastline!
Map →Get lost in time and the redwoods in this majestic state park with endless walking trails that are ideal for a short stroll or a day-long adventure.
Map →Explore the hills surrounding the beautiful Sonoma coast on this moderate 4 mile hike.
Map →Rent a canoe/tube and spend a day/afternoon floating down the idyllic Russian River!
Map →Explore the mouth of the Russian River and catch a glimpse of the raw beauty of the beautiful Sonoma coast. Perfect place to lounge and spend an afternoon.
Map →Discover the Sonoma Coast along this easily accessible trail — start at Shell Beach and links up to Wright Beach.
Map →Watch the waves cascade against the shore at this easily accessible beach south of Jenner.
Map →Amazing pinots and views from this small vineyard just off the 101 — consider stopping here on your drive up or out from the Redwood Dome!
Get lost in this small winery in a forest near Guerneville.
Map →Learn a little bit about the history of the area in the Korbel tour (albeit pretty touristy) and enjoy a complimentary tasting.
Map →Antiques, tea, artisanal soaps — get lost in discovering gems that are "Made in Sonoma" in this cute village.
Map →Wide selection of groceries, wine, fruits, snacks, etc. Open until 1 a.m.
Map →Carries the essentials and a limited grocery selection. Wine and cheese, and also makes some decent sandwiches.
Zip across the top of the redwoods in this unique experience that takes you over 200 ft above the forest floor!
Map →Dispatches from the dome — morning light through the redwoods, hot tub star-viewing, and the occasional visiting deer.
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A geodesic dome nestled in its own redwood forest above the Russian River. The closest Voie stay to every place in this guide.
Written from the road. Last updated April 2026.