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Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf

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TV, books, video library
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf

Whale Tales

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Find rest, relaxation, and unbounded natural beauty at this two-bedroom Sea Ranch home, where you'll have a private patio with views of the ocean, access to the community's swimming pools and saunas, and an ideal location a few steps from the golf course and the Bluff Trail.

This airy, single-level home sits on the ninth hole of the Sea Ranch Golf Links, offering guests immediate access to the Salal Trail, the Del Mar Meadow Trail, and the oceanfront Bluff Trail. You'll be one mile south of the beach and whale-watching spots at Gualala Point Regional Park, two miles north of Walk On Beach, and two miles south of the galleries, shops, and markets in downtown Gualala.

An ideal escape for a romantic getaway, a couples' retreat, or a family with grown children, this home is also just one mile from the Del Mar Recreation Center, where you'll find a heated outdoor pool, saunas, and two tennis courts.

Step into the foyer to be greeted by lofty exposed beam ceilings, tile floors, and a beautiful chandelier that adds a sense of occasion to your trip. This entryway opens into a bright and modern living room, where you'll find two sitting areas with plush sofas, soft white carpeting, a chinoiserie screen, and even a baby grand piano to provide a soothing vacation soundtrack.

Grab a newspaper at the Surf Market in town each morning, and relax as the morning fog retreats. Plug your iPhone into the sound dock, use the free WiFi to stream your favorite playlist, or choose a book from the shelves and savor the morning quiet.

Move into the full kitchen to grind some fresh coffee beans, heat up the waffle iron, and get a head start on a delicious homemade breakfast. This well-equipped space has a center island, two sinks, and appliances that include a stainless steel refrigerator, double ovens, and a dishwasher. Sit down to eat at the dining table for six, and open the surrounding glass doors to let in the crisp ocean breeze.

Take a morning stroll along the Bluff Trail in search of whale spouts, and return home to soak in the sunshine on the patio. This wrap-around space offers lounge seating and gorgeous views of the ocean below, as well as a gas grill and a small table for casual lunchtime barbecues and al fresco dinners.

Grab your bathing suits from the private washer/dryer and spend an afternoon or two swimming and playing tennis at the Del Mar Recreation Center. Back at home, you can relax in the living room as you catch a baseball game on cable or choose a DVD from the library to enjoy on the flatscreen TV and Blu-ray player.

With two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this Sea Ranch home will sleep as many as six guests (but it is more comfortably furnished for four). The sunny primary bedroom features a king-size bed, doors that open to the outdoor space, and a private bathroom with a tub, a stall shower, and a bidet. You'll find a full-size bed in the guest room, as well as a queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room.

Additional amenities include one more bathroom with a shower, a study with vintage couches and a small collection of books, and a landline phone for local calls (as cell phone service can be spotty in the area).

As one of the best-kept secrets in Northern California, Sea Ranch is a community of architectural wonder, incredible natural scenery, and complete and utter tranquility. Fill your days with long walks on the Bluff Trail, rounds of golf at the neighboring Sea Ranch Golf Links, and a bit of whale-watching at Gualala Point Regional Park just one mile north.

Watch harbor seals play in the cove at Walk On Beach, or head a bit further south to admire the sea life in the tide pools at Shell Beach. Looking to explore some more of the Northern California Coast? Walk the streets of Gualala to peruse the eclectic galleries and restaurants, or catch an unforgettable sunset at the Point Arena Lighthouse 21 miles north up California Highway 1.

Experience the majesty of Sea Ranch at any and every time of year - reserve your memorable stay today!

*Please note that this home is not recommended for children under the age of 12. Thanks!

THINGS TO KNOW

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.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Piano
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2058 sq ft (191 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

9717

About the neighborhood

Map
Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gualala River - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Walk On Beach - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gualala Arts Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pebble Beach - 8 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Canoe Coffee & Tea - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Black Door Mexican Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trinks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala River. Gualala Point Regional Park and Gualala Bluff Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 96 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Claire H.

Good value
great location, lots of wildlife and costal access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sergio S.

Good stay !
Close to the walking trail, close to the golf, good space and layout
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sea Ranch Hang
Great location and digs. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Gorgeous home!
Nice spacious home, very comfortable, with lots of windows and beautiful views. We would have liked to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet location
Comfortable, quiet, everything worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Linda H.

Beautiful setting
We loved the Sea Ranch vibe, the quiet, the critters, the views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

House with great water view
House had nice outward facing living area. Nice beds. Hopefully they can fix front door light, and buy some better bath linens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Beautiful home. Quiet, spacious, close to bluff trail. Gorgeous views Very peaceful. Lovely patios.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Pete P.

great location
loved the views we had. comfortable bed and well stocked kitchen. new couch was also very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Skip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Great Location
The structure and location are great. Well equipped. Lighting could use improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again for 1-2 nights!
Fantastic location, great kitchen, views! …would love to see new mattresses. King bed is okay, the full in the guest room needs updating to quality queen. Pull out sofa is what you would expect. We’ll stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Michael S.

Quirky but I love it
Lightning needs to be improved and set up in second bathroom is odd with door opening right into toilet. But, great location, lots of space, and easy access to trails, golf course, and ocean make it pretty perfect for us.
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6/10 Okay

William I.

Disappointed
Great location. Nice layout. Bed very uncomfortable. All lights at front door didn't work. Entry after dark very difficult with NO LIGHTING.
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4/10 Poor

James W.

A strange place
This is a great location but a pretty weird house. It has white carpet basically throughout and it’s a strange layout with lots of unused space in some places and really tight quarters in others (what’s going on with the bathroom where the door opens into the toilet?). The decor is unsettling, the beds are small and/or uncomfortable, a number of broken out of order items: fireplace, front gate, television, outdoor furniture that you basically can’t sit in. All that said, it was very clean and the Vacasa team did a great job with communication and making everything easy.
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8/10 Good

Jody B.

Whale Tales
The living room/kitchen areas were beautiful and had spectacular views. We saw many animals. Very nice. The 2nd bedroom was listed as a queen bed - it was only a full size. We had to trade off sleeping on the couch. A queen for the 2nd bedroom should definitely be added.

8/10 Good

Wili S.

Rainy Stay
We returned to this property that we loved. Although we had a very lovely time, we would like to point out that the ice maker was not working; there was only one burner that was fully working, two were partially working, and one was completely out. We akso found cobwebs in one of the bathrooms. These are minor items that did not really affect our stay but we thought helpful to report. We are already planning our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Ronald A.

Great location, but don’t book if you have more than four people
Location was great, that was essentially the only good thing. We’ve been coming to sea ranch for decades and exhaust all the outdoor activities. When we do come back, we want space, ease and comfort to recoup. You would hope to pick a place that had a little bit more truth to what they advertised, but that’s the gamble of vacation home photos when you commit and we’ll take ownership of that without question. If you don’t care about overall comfort or ease of use in a vacation home, and just want a couple (literally two) beds to sleep in, rent away. Battled ants the whole time, they were present when we showed up. I get they put model furniture in houses sometimes but the “third bed” wasn’t accessible. It was a pull out couch tucked in a corner wasted room aside from storage and a chair, seemed like it was meant to not be used. The guest bathrooms toilet is directly behind the door which opens in, so you can barely open it before it bumps the front of the toilet. Might wanna redo that door and have it open out instead of in. Master bathroom tub looked massive in the photos, not so much in person. False advertising 101. Do better.

6/10 Okay

Richard L., San Francisco

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location; needs updates; badly needs window washing.
It was "OK" with positives of proximity to the Bluff Trail and ocean view and closeness to Gualala. However, the furniture is outdated/terrible, particularly the dining room chairs. And the Philips TV and Dish and Blue Tooth had no instructions and virtually impossible to use. A funky front-door key/lock could be greatly simplified and improved. A little gardening could have made the entry way pleasant, and of course a view of the Pacific Ocean through clean windows would be wonderful. Otherwise... Amazing there was not one spoonful of sugar or any oil/vinegar in the entry house, but three (3) large cans of salt. Go figure...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cathy S., Roseville California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with unusual floor plan
Attractive home from the outside and patio was well-located with view of the ocean and golf course. Unusual "feng shui" layout. One bathroom was tiny with the door bumping into the toilet and one bathroom was extremely spacious. The bedrooms were likewise; one very small and one expansive. Unusual no lamps at all in the home with only wall mounted LED minimal lighting. Adults recommended only as there is a large piano and pure white carpeting. Entryway was huge with a crystal chandelier. Kitchen appliances need servicing or upgrade...the cooktop kept turning off and the oven knobs don't all work. The master bedroom bathroom toilet keeps running for 3 to 4 minutes after flushing...also may need service. Otherwise, the home's location offset the unusual layout and questionable kitchen appliances.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

chris e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View!
Love the location of this home, fantastic view and easy access to the trails in the area. Comfortable furnishings and spacious master bedroom and open entertainment area make it very nice! There is a white wall to wall rug in living area which seems unusual for a rental but it was recently cleaned and we were careful! The fireplace isn't available as noted in other commentary, which would have been nice if it had been. The only issue we had was an invasion of tiny ants that raided the kitchen area! Thankfully the management had insect soap spray available and later came with ant traps. It slowed the march but they were persistent until the weather changed. The kitchen was well stocked any pots, pans and whatever. We limited our cooking due to the invasion, plus we were visiting friends in the area anyway. The management team were especially helpful when we locked ourselves out and later when I left something behind. IF it wasn't for the ants this would be a 5 star.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
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8/10 Good

Karen S.

Spacious & Great Views!
Lovely home to relax in with family & friends!
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8/10 Good

Matthew T.

Had a great time!
We had a great time at Whale Tales. The house has a great view of ocean and we saw deer every day from the comfort of the living room. It's a short walk to the coastal bluff trails. I enjoyed the Salal trail. It's nice trail for a windy day. The house is also a very short drive to the beaches and town. The house can be a little dim at night, some of the contents could use upgrading, and the bathroom layouts were a little quirky but nothing that would prevent us from returning during our next stay at the sea ranch.
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8/10 Good

Patrick B.

A great house in which to chill in Sea Ranch
Having not stayed in Sea Ranch for many years, it was great to go back and stay in such a lovely home. Large open plan living area with a well appointed kitchen and outside space to soak up the sun (and some afternoon wind at this time of the year!). Huge, master bedroom and bathroom. Smaller second bedroom but still very nice. New pool and recreation area close to the house (4 min drive). Great walks directly from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Whale watching
Viel Ruhe und Natur
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Sheilah G.

A bit of aesthetics lacking
Loved the kitchen, the bed, the piano (I played every day). Nice view and access to trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022