House in Sea Ranch, CA

Stunning dog-friendly home with ocean views, private hot tub & pool access

Stunning dog-friendly home with ocean views, private hot tub & pool access

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Overview of Stunning dog-friendly home with ocean views, private hot tub & pool access

4.2 out of 5 Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Sea Ranch, CA
  • Popular LocationShell Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationWalk On Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGualala River32 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom 1

bedroom 2

bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Stunning dog-friendly home with ocean views, private hot tub & pool access

Shell Beach

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Escape to The Sea Ranch and this blissful three-bedroom, two-bath home just steps away from the Pacific Ocean. You'll have water views throughout the interior and plenty of window seats for reading, relaxing, or just watching the waves. You'll also have a private hot tub and access to Sea Ranch's three rec centers with seasonal pools and tennis courts. This home also allows two dogs, so your furry family members can come along too. Nestled in a cluster of homes near the Bluff Trail, this tranquil escape offers a great location just a three-minute walk from Shell Beach, and an equally short walk to Tidepool Beach’s seal rookery. The playground area is a five-minute walk to the north.

Inside, you'll find classic wood-paneled walls and plenty of places to sit back and contemplate life. The living room features attractive décor, a wood-burning stove, as well as a large flatscreen TV with a DVD player, a Roku, and stereo sound. The full kitchen includes major appliances and is well stocked for preparing vacation meals. There's even a dishwasher for easier clean-up. You can pick up groceries at Surf Market in Gualala, grill out on the deck, and enjoy a seafood feast around the dining room table for dinner.

On sunny days, sit out on one of the four decks that overlook the ocean view. Or, spend chilly coastal evenings soaking in the hot tub within the enclosed deck and garden. No matter how you spend your time, the whole group will feel right at home here! At night, three bedrooms have one king and two queens - ideal for up to six guests. All bedrooms are cozy and inviting, the large primary with its own gas fireplace and window seat.

You will also have a washer/dryer so you can stay up on laundry needs during your stay. Sea Ranch offers a one-of-a-kind experience on the stunning Northern California Coast. This coastal community is an oasis of natural landscaping, rocky shoreline, wildlife, and meandering bluff trails through old-growth hedgerows and wide-open spaces.

If you don't feel like cooking during your stay, stop by Trinks Cafe on a Wednesday or Friday for one of their dinner nights, or keep heading north on Highway 1 to St. Orres, one of the area's most unique restaurants.

Day trips can include Mendocino about 55 miles north or spend the day closer to home and wine tasting just up Annapolis Road off Highway 1. Sea Ranch itself offers rec centers for pools and tennis, rocky beaches with tide pools, trails including Monarch Glen for butterfly viewing, and even golf at the Sea Ranch Golf Links. Get away to the stunning California Coast and Sonoma County with a rejuvenating stay at this comfortable and family-friendly Shell Beach home at The Sea Ranch.

Sonoma County #1950

Things to Know
Due to high demand and limited availability of facilities as managed by TSRA, Vacasa cannot guarantee that all guests will have access to the pools/tennis courts. Please note that no refund(s) will be provided in relation to the TSRA facilities.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the nightly pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting "Yes" to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The nightly fee ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Other permit number: EXEMPT

County tax number: 1950

Property manager

Vacasa of California
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

About the area

Sea Ranch

Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is near the beach. Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala Bluff Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and Tide Pool Beach.

What's nearby

  • Shell Beach - 17 min walk
  • Walk On Beach - 4 min drive
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 6 min drive
  • Black Point Beach - 8 min drive
  • Gualala River - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gualala Seafood Shack
  • Trinks
  • The Black Door Mexican Cuisine
  • Cove Azul Bar & Grill
  • Vue Kitchen

Reviews

4.2

Very good

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.5/5

Check-in

3.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.3/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

3/5 Okay

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell Beach House
Let’s start with the most positives. The location is excellent & it’s pet friendly. Both very much on the plus side. Overall, the house was adequate for our five-day visit but compared with several other houses we’ve stayed in at Sea Ranch, this one had a few negatives making it not worth the price we paid. Our guess is that this one of the earliest homes at Sea Ranch & very little had been done to upgrade it. This was most obvious in the bathrooms & kitchen which were very dated. In both cases they were undoubtedly original. The tub/showers had none of the safety features one would normally expect—no grab bars, no mat or treading on the tub to keep it slip-proof. In the master bath the faucet sink was so hard to operate it took force to open it. The kitchen has an electric stove. The left rear burner sags badly & will not support a pot. The house has no central heat. There are only two heat sources: a gas stove in the master bedroom downstairs which worked well & a wood-burning stove upstairs in the main room. We would have loved to have a fire upstairs, but while an abundance of large wood pieces was available, there was no kindling. There was one laughable sheet of paper provided next to the firewood. (This failure was probably attributable to the rental service or cleaning crew.) The house is sunny during the day but overall the lighting is not great for curling up with a book. And one gross thing. We went to take place mats out of a cabinet only to find them moldy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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5/5 Excellent

Debra S.

Shell Beach Home at Sea Ranch
We really enjoyed the Shell Beach home at Sea Ranch, The home itself was an outstanding location close to Shell Beach and the trailheads. Great hot tub and a gated area for your dog. Would highly recommend for a Sea Ranch getaway!

5/5 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Family Vacation at Shell Beach
My family and I had a very enjoyable stay at Shell Beach. It was our second time staying at this house and the location cannot be beat. The views of the ocean are stunning as well. The house is very comfortable, but not fancy. They even had toys and books that my daughter enjoyed. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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4/5 Good

Judith S.

Connect with the ocean
If you can tear yourself away from the view from the window seat, you are only steps away from such a beautiful walk along the bluffs. A great way to start and end the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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4/5 Good

Lisa G.

Shell Beach House
We love this home that hosts our family of 6 for it location and amenities.

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Hosted by Vacasa of California

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