Title: Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18993958&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Travelers find a private forest sanctuary where they can reconnect with nature and each other, sharing stories around the campfire or beside an intimate firepit ## Photo gallery for Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage ![Exterior - Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage (Cazadero)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993958/bdfad5b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage (Cazadero)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993958/11751b79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage (Cazadero)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993958/508953d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage (Cazadero)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993958/07ab1201.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage (Cazadero)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994000/18993958/f127b2d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Gravenstein Cottage sits in the peaceful setting of Elim Grove, creating a serene woodland experience along Austin Creek. Visitors can relax on the antique couch by the wood stove, enjoy a hot shower under the skylight, or cool off at the nearby Austin Creek swimming hole. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 5 - Jan 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 6 - Jan 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18993958&PinnedHotelID=18993958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 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Private Garden View Unit Guerneville - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 24 reviews £243 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=99391569&PinnedHotelID=99391569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Books - Games - Video library ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Fireplace - Heating - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast B&B Cazadero Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast B&B Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast Cazadero Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast B&B Cazadero Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast B&B Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast Cazadero Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage Breakfast Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Cazadero Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Bed & breakfast Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage With Breakfast!!! Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Cottage With Breakfast!!! Raymond's Bakery Gravenstein Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Bed & breakfast Cazadero ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage? ### Where is Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Raymond's Bakery - Gravenstein Cottage Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aya R. 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend getaway! This was a nice weekend getaway for myself and my dog (who often can’t travel as she exceeds pet weight limits). Mark was so welcoming and kind to us both during our stay. My dog loved playing in the creek next to the property. ##### Aya R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy K. 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Friendly Get-Away in the Redwoods Very casual, easy going and friendly and the location was so convenient for our specific needs! Will visit again when in the area and definitely consider this accommodation for our next stay while attending music workshops at Cazadero Music Camp in the mystical, magical Redwoods! ##### Nancy K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus D. 23 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great property with plenty of areas to hang out. Great host and fun music night. Friendly goats behind the cottages. ##### Marcus D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful cottage in the redwoods My partner and I stayed here for New Years and had a wonderful, cozy stay. The fresh pastries for breakfast were divine, and Mark is a delightful host. ##### Chris S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian E. 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Very nicely appointed. Slightly odd layout but great place to stay ##### Brian E. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David W. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getaway Gravenstein Cottage is cozy and quiet. We enjoyed Mark's amazing pastries delivered to us each morning, walking among giant redwoods at Armstrong Grove, and along the coast at Shell Beach. A wonderful time. ##### David W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel T. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cazadero Weekend Stay My mom and I visited Cazadero for my cousin's wedding. The Gravenstein Cottage was perfect for us. It was quaint and tranquil. Mark is the kindest host. We would absolutely stay here again. ##### Rachel T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria.Edgardo 16 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was great. Beautiful and relaxing. Very tucked away and so be prepared. Although there is WI-fi, you still get a lousy reception. So bring some good movies from home, bring some table games and some good music. Bottle of wine, crackers and cheese. Plus, bring a few meals so u don’t have to travel out to eat. Mark was very gracious and his baking skills are great!!! Loved every food item. Wat a hidden gem👌😊 ##### Maria.Edgardo Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrey T. 26 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay among the redwoods!!! This is an amazing place - a beautiful cottage among centuries-old redwoods, next door to a real bakery! Mark is a wonderful host, and he makes fantastic bread and other treats. On Friday nights there is live music and fresh pizza at the bakery, a real local hot-spot. At any other time, it's the epitome of tranquility. Thank you Mark for your hospitality!!! ##### Andrey T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### AVeV65gAAACqAQICAHhRqf5uyCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAE9lPAvjgpMq2F5megeQ81+AAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMkmPhqpoMuMDsGRC/AgEQgC1on5ZCxEMfn6ucAPHX5g7dSgimp3Y5RIJhfOVSw0uPS//hLMuIBnWujKZZmEa1LYCr1ES4p77YqqXM9AZ0METCklTFtldmucXFq/ljb2+fjSAHnNcEag A. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Needs TLC I've lived in a tiny mountain town for years so I was looking forward to quiet and nature. Unfortunately that did not happen here. The bakery was not open during the week (not indicated on listing) although we were going to have pastry and coffee delivered in the morning. The property itself was not maintained. My husband thought it was deserted and not even operating. I know this is a different review than others have written because I read them all before we went and trusted them. If you are looking for solitude...a place to relax in a comfortable location...this is not for you. The cottage itself was fine and clean but not true to the photos in the listing. The owner seemed very nice and welcoming. The main issue was the condition of the property...it needs TLC...it could be such a lovely place....but currently it is not. ##### AVeV65gAAACqAQICAHhRqf5uyCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAE9lPAvjgpMq2F5megeQ81+AAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMkmPhqpoMuMDsGRC/AgEQgC1on5ZCxEMfn6ucAPHX5g7dSgimp3Y5RIJhfOVSw0uPS//hLMuIBnWujKZZmEa1LYCr1ES4p77YqqXM9AZ0METCklTFtldmucXFq/ljb2+fjSAHnNcEag A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pat l. 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cozy cabin. Mornings pastries delightful Will come again. Host friendly. ##### pat l. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elena b., Florida 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place ! I was able to relax . Breakfast goodie and coffee Nice quiet place to relax Friday night pizza and music was great . ##### elena b. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy J. 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heaven Hospitality and Tranquility beneath the shadows of the Elim Redwood grove best describes our experience. Naturally, the fresh, warm French pastry served daily, the nearby rugged coastal beaches, and the iconic Cazzadaro grocery store deli call us back very soon. If you need detachment from the world, Raymond’s Bakery is the place. Enjoy! Thank you Mark and family. ##### Wendy J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis K. 21 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint and relaxing The host is responsive and so helpful! He brought us fresh baked goodies and roasted coffee. The house quaint and clean and endearingly old fashioned. The property is well maintained and has so many hidden treasures. We would stay here again. ##### Alexis K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim W. 27 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Wonderful Stay Wow! Mark's place was absolutley fantastic. Upon our arrival, our cottage had a beautiful fire inviting us in, along with a variety of cherished treasures inside the cottage. My wife and I sat near the fire, playing cards and listening to old LP's on the record player. What a great experience. Mark provided amazing fresh baked pastries and breads which were second to none, hot out of the oven!! We also got to sample his amazing fresh roasted coffee beans in our provided coffee maker. Absolute heaven! Spending time with Mark and the other guests at the campfire, we realized this was a unique experience. Thank you Mark for your wonderful hospitality and making our getaway unforgettable. ##### Jim W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin F. 22 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquility and hospitality Mark and his family have created a peaceful and cozy spot off the beaten path and are very generous hosts. Mostly all you can hear is the wind in the trees and a soft tap at the door when he delivers his freshly baked treats and coffee in the morning. ##### Erin F. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seth O., Redwood City, USA 7 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cabin escape under the redwoods We had a wonderful 3 night stay in the Gravenstein cabin, and Mark was an incredibly accommodating and kind host who went out of his way to make our first family get away since before pandemic extra special! The cabin, true to listing, is perfect for 2 adults, and for keeping an eye on our 1 yo and pup. While we spent the days hiking the local state parks and along the coast, we loved coming back to the cabin at the end of the day to curl up beside a fire in the new woodstove and put on the record player with an impressive selection of vinyl to pick from. Mark dropped off fresh out of the oven breads and pastries every morning - not to be missed! While the towering redwoods obscure much of the sky, where you can see through at night, the stars were stunningly bright, so worth stepping out from the cabin at night to appreciate the majesty of the location both in day and night. ##### Seth O. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy P., Sacramento, Ca 24 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Redwoods Stay We stayed at Raymond's Bakery & B&B for a week, Marc and his friends and family made us very comfortable and cozy in the Greenstein Cabin. Wood burning fireplace was a welcoming warm surprise each morning, along with Marc's pastries, bread & treats. Thank you all for the wonderful stay. ##### Judy P. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Ian M. 19 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Unique and Cozy Stay in a Beautiful Location We enjoyed a lovely 2 night stay in the Gravenstein Cottage. Mark was an extremely gracious host and made it clear that he wanted to do whatever he could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The cabin was quite small as expected, but very cozy, and we loved having the wood burning stove to keep warm. It was also fun to explore the property and enjoy the fun space that's been carved out there, and we interacted a bit with Mark and his family, all of whom couldn't have been nicer. The baked goodies that were provided were also outstanding! Our only complaint was with the difficulty of preparing and enjoying meals during our stay. Under normal circumstances, I would just say this is the kind of place where you should plan to have your meals out: there's no kitchen in the cabin and it's too tiny to add much else. But given the pandemic, we wanted to be able to cook for ourselves, and with restaurants doing take-out only, we'd still need a comfortable place to EAT the food if we went out. The Gravenstein Cottage didn't have a coffee table or anywhere very comfortable to sit down to a meal, and there were very limited plates, cups, and utensils available in the cabin. We made due, and Mark was really helpful in setting us up with a gas grill, access to an outdoor propane stovetop, and any supplies/utensils we asked for. It just would have been easier if there were a few more essentials already provided in the cabin (things like coffee filters, salt and pepper, extra plates...). Anything we asked for we received, but it felt a little awkward to have to contact Mark (who could be at a number of different places on the property) for everything. I also think the listing on VRBO could use more photos and some updated ones: the picture of the living room shows a little table in front of the couch that wasn't there, but would have been useful! Had we had a better idea of what would be available, we probably would have prepped a little better and brought more of our own stuff. With that said, we still had a great time and truly appreciated Mark and his family's hospitality. Would love to come back sometime in the warmer months when the pandemic is over, as I think we would have been able to enjoy things even more under better circumstances! ##### Ian M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### loriana v. 18 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil oasis What a wonderful place a absolutely lovely host. The cottage was a perfect mini get away for me and my dog. Mark was a very thoughtful host and amazing baker. Oh the bread and the brownies! 😋 We will return again soon I hope! Loriana ##### loriana v. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter m. 3 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great little place to stay unique, cool and friendly ##### peter m. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vinita P. 7 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Marc and his family are so sweet. Elim Grove is in the middle of beautiful redwoods. It was a very easy process to rent this property through VRBO. We will be using it to plan our next getaway! ##### Vinita P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! Mark and his kids were super welcoming and they are great people. Such a beautiful property too. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amina L., Ft. Worth, TX 30 May 2019 #### Come for the cozy cottage, stay for the delicious pastries This cottage provides the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. The cottage sits among beautiful gardens, and a patio area that contains a cozy fire pit. There's tons to do nearby, or just cuddle up by the wood burning stove, and enjoy some delicious bread & pastries from Raymond's Bakery. Bonus: You couldn't ask for a better host! ##### Amina L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean A., Seattle 11 May 2019 #### Nice little cabin in the redwoods. Cabin was clean and we enjoyed the atmosphere on Friday with pizza and live music outdoors. Very fun! ##### Sean A. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ---