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title: "The Highlands Resort: dog rules"
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The Highlands Resort (Guerneville, CA): Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet; up to 2 pets per site; $100 per stay. Dogs stay only in specific cabins booked ahead by phone; the tents are not dog-friendly, and dogs may not go in the pool. No cats. Source: The Highlands Resort, checked 2026-10-28. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/highlands-resort-guerneville/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# The Highlands Resort

**Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet; up to 2 pets per site; $100 per stay. Dogs stay only in specific cabins booked ahead by phone; the tents are not dog-friendly, and dogs may not go in the pool. No cats.**

Type: campground. Location: Guerneville, Sonoma County, California.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes, with restrictions | [1] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Official restrictions | Dogs stay only in specific cabins booked ahead by phone; the tents are not dog-friendly, and dogs may not go in the pool. No cats. | [3] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Leash | Required (On a leash of 6 feet or less, or confined to the cabin or porch.) | [2] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Maximum leash length | 6 feet | [2] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Pets per site | Up to 2 | [1] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Pet fee | $100 per stay (Non-refundable. The policy does not say whether it is per dog.) | [1] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Leaving your dog alone | Not allowed | [2] | 2026-10-28 | fresh |
| Breed restrictions | Not stated by the source | | | unstated |

## Rules to know

- Keep your dog off the furniture. [2]
- Dogs must be well behaved: no barking that disturbs guests or neighbors, and no threatening behavior toward guests or their dogs. [2]

## Sources

1. The Highlands Resort, "Dog Policy" (official site, checked 2026-10-28): https://www.highlandsresort.com/pets
   > We have limited dog-friendly cabins . You must call the hotel directly to book a dog-friendly cabin - 707-869-0333. If you arrive with a dog and have not pre-arranged, we may not be able to accommodate you. Basic Rules Dog fee of $100/stay and fee is non-refundable. 2 dog maximum. Dogs are only allowed in specific cabins with advance reservation.
2. The Highlands Resort, "Dog Policy: Basic Rules" (official site, checked 2026-10-28): https://www.highlandsresort.com/pets
   > Dogs may not be left unattended in your cabin at any time. Please keep your dog off of the furniture as a consideration to all guests. Dogs must be well-behaved . No barking that disturbs guests or neighbors. No threatening behavior towards other guests or their dogs. Dogs must be on a leash or confined to the cabin or porch. Leashes must be no longer than 6′ and under your control.
3. The Highlands Resort, "Dog Policy" (official site, checked 2026-10-28): https://www.highlandsresort.com/pets
   > Dogs are not allowed in the pool but may accompany you inside the pool area and must be securely leashed at all times. We do not allow cats to accompany guests during their stay in any of our accommodations. Tents are not dog-friendly.

Verified October 28, 2026; re-check due 2027-01-26. Freshness: fresh.
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