Location: Gualala, North Coast, California, USA (3 miles to downtown Gualala, 1/2 mile to Anchor Bay shops.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
****Available for Christmas****
*****Year-end specials below*****
Perched at the edge of a bluff overlooking some of the most spectacular coastline in Northern California, Cove House sits facing West-Southwest on a fenced acre and a half, with private access to the cove below. A true nature-lover's paradise: whale watching, kayaking, tidepooling, all at your doorstep. If you long for a place to recharge and get back to a relaxing and simple life, this is it!
This charming, two-bedroom, one-bath home is light and airy with white-washed wood beamed ceilings and comfortable cottage-style furnishings. The ocean-side bedroom provides direct ocean views and deck access. A second bedroom is paneled in knotty pine and has the look and feel of a vintage cabin.
The living room entertainment center is stocked with books, board games, and movies for your enjoyment. An adjacent sunken oceanfront sun room leads to the large deck with the hot tub that practically hovers over the cove. Both the living areas and deck offer panoramic white-water views of cliffs, a rocky cove, offshore islands, and the wide horizon of the Pacific. Our sea-side meadow offers its own jaw-dropping views - ideal for a leisurely game of croquet or horseshoes (both provided). Or curl up in an Adirondack chair with a good book, some wine and cheese, and the surf lapping in the cove below. Watch the sun set as hawks, pelicans, egrets, and an occasional crane sail by.
The Gualala stretch of Highway One is one of the most scenic in the country, and is the mid-way point of a drive Coastal Living magazine recently named the #1 coastal drive in North America. Gualala itself enjoys a "banana belt" microclimate, with sun and mild temperatures much of the year - along with the occasional whopping coastal storm to entertain and lend an extra coziness to winter guests enjoying a warm fire by the glass-front wood stove. The world-renowned Sea Ranch golf course is located just ten minutes south of Cove House and is open to the public, kayaks can be rented in town, there are several excellent restaurants in the area, and the lovingly-restored Point Arena Theater runs first-run movies and regularly hosts concerts.
Cove House is a wonderful place to celebrate that special birthday or anniversary, or just to relax and forget about the rest of the world for a few days. Kick off your shoes, prop up your feet, and stay awhile!
RATES
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Please note: Unlike most places, our quoted rates include all taxes, fees, linens, ample firewood, utilities, and the final cleaning. Do all the math on "3 for 2" off-season deals with additional fees, and you'll find our inclusive low season rates compare favorably (and are one heck of a lot simpler!)
Year-end 2009 Specials (10/30 - 12/18, new bookings only)
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Weekdays, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $575
* 3 nights: $765
Weekends, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $650
* 3 nights: $935
* 4 nights: $1100
Week: $1650
2009 Holidays Rates
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Christmas: 4-night minimum, $1375
New Year: Booked
2010 Winter Rates (1/5/10 - 3/10/10)
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Weekdays, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $540
* 3 nights: $765
* 4 nights: $990
Weekends, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $650
* 3 nights: $935
* 4 nights: $1100
Week: $1650
Martin Luther King weekend: Booked
Presidents' weekend: Booked
2010 Spring & Fall Rates (3/11/10 - 6/3/10 and 10/14/10 - 12/16/10)
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Weekdays, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $650
* 3 nights: $900
* 4 nights: $1150
Weekends, 2-night minimum:
* 2 nights: $750
* 3 nights: $1080
* 4 nights: $1330
Week: $1900
Memorial Day weekend: Booked
2010 Summer Rates (6/4/10 - 10/13/10)
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Weekdays, 3-night minimum:
* 3 nights: $1025
* 4 nights: $1300
Weekends, 3-night minimum:
* 3 nights: $1230
* 4 nights: $1505
Week: $2150
4th of July: week minimum, $2150
Labor Day weekend: 4-night minimum, $1505
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* There is an additional but fully refundable $300 security deposit.
* Payment by credit card incurs us a 2.9% fee, which we pass on to
you. Payment by check does not incur this fee.
* Stays that include a Friday or Saturday night are considered weekend stays.
* 28 days notice required for cancellations with full refund. Shorter notice
incurs a charge that is potentially up to the full rental fee and security deposit,
depending upon the amount of notice given and our ability to re-book the dates.
* Rates subject to change until booking is confirmed.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Beds are made on arrival & do not need to be stripped on departure.
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove: Large glass front, so you can watch the fire & enjoy the warmth. Ample firewood is included.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Wide variety of current and classic titles.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Blender, Espresso Maker, Coffee Maker, Coffee Grinder.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Plenty of quality cookware--the kitchen is much better equipped than a typical vacation rental. Gas stove & oven.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: 4-burner propane grill with side burner
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Classic charcoal Weber
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront: On bluff directly overlooking the ocean, with a private path to the shore. Also has a private meadow overlooking the ocean.
- Communications
- Telephone: Need a calling card for non-local calls. Local & 800 calls ok. Little or no cell reception.
- Broadband Internet: WiFi connection--bring your laptop
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 1.6 acres, private oceanfront meadow, extensive & literate library
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Aprox. 1" threshold that would require assistance for entry, oceanfront bedroom and sun room are 1 step down from the rest of the house, but ocean view can be enjoyed without going into these rooms. Sturdy bars in bathroom. Not ADA-compliant, but will work for those with some mobility limitations.
- Not Suitable for Children: No children under 15 due to cliff hazard.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Outside smoking is ok.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Shelling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Wine Tasting, Whale Watching, Tidepooling.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates are above in the property description (they don't give enough space here...)
Our quoted rates are inclusive and include taxes, linens, firewood & cleaning
$300 refundable security deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Blissful Oceanfront Cottage, Stunning View -Avail Thanksgiving
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Gualala
We both love the north coast, and when courting took frequent road trips up the coast, where we found we particularly liked the Gualala area for the dramatic seascapes, great weather, and the less touristy ambiance. When we married we sold Lisa's house and put the proceeds into the Cove House for our retirement.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We most like to just close the gate at Cove House and withdraw from the world. We love to go tidepooling in the cove, check out the frequent art shows in the area, enjoy some wine and cheese out in the meadow looking out towards Japan, catch the sunset from the hot tub and watch the "billions and billions" of stars come out. We maintain an excellent and broad library at Cove House too, so there's always a good book to read.
Owner's Map of Gualala
Patrick's a third-generation Berkeleyan, with a degree in journalism from UC Berkeley. Lisa was born in Ohio, lived in upstate New York, western Virginia, Philadelphia, and Boston before coming to the Bay Area over two decades ago. Lisa's degree is in Art History from Swarthmore. Patrick is an IT manager at UC Berkeley, scuba dives, a die-hard Giants fan, and a political junkie. Lisa is the HR Director at the US 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, also a diver, as well as a painter and an insatiable reader of good fiction. We have four kids, ages 17 - 26.
Property Photos
- Hot tub on the deck - Gualala, California Vacation House
- Adirondack chairs in the meadow - Gualala, California Vacation House
- Oceanside sitting room - Gualala, California Vacation House
- Kitchen
- TV lounge
- Master bedroom
- View from oceanside bedroom
- Oceanside bedroom
- View of house upon entry to the property
- View of house from across the cove
- A fire in the evening
- The cove at sunset
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Positive Rating
We have already confirmed that watching the sunset from the hot tub with our glasses of wine and incomparable view will be a ritual for every day of our week-long stay. The house, location, and view are even more amazing than we hoped it would be from the internet site where we first found this place.
Positive Rating
If there is a place from which to view heaven from earth, it is from the Adirondack chairs overlooking the cove. We spent many hours there with a few glasses of wine and couldn't leave.
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The house was wonderful, more than we had hoped for. And to wake in the morning, walk out your bedroom door to the panoramic view, took my breath away each time.
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Our stay in your lovely Cove House was unbelievable!!! It was so very special and relaxing. Of all the places we have stayed, this definitely is the best of all! Thank you for sharing it with us. Our anniversary was the most special one yet. We didn't want to leave! When do you start booking for next year? We would like to come back for our anniversary again, if at all possible. Please let us know if possible and how much. Again, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you !!!!!
Positive Rating
We had such a great time at The Cove House, last week. The location looking over the cove and ocean is beautiful, plus the house is very comfortable also!! Please keep our $300.00 Deposit/Security money, don't send it back, but apply it to next years rental: 2 weeks this time, for our wedding anniversary again. We had such a relaxed week reading our favorite books sitting on the deck, day & evening, and never turned the TV on once.
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What a wonderful, cozy home! Even though we only spent a few days here it rates as one of our best quick vacations! The home & location exceeded our expectations even though we knew it would be great after viewing the website.
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What A spectacular property! The views from the deck are unparalleled. The cottage is very comfortable and we loved your collection of books.
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Just wanted to let you know that the Cove House is beautiful!!! We thoroughly enjoyed the view, the hot tub, the deck, everything!! I will definitely recommend it to my friends and family and plan on going again sometime in the future. I'm keeping you in my "Favorites", so you will be easy to find when the time comes. The accomodations were wonderful, and you were right...you do have a great selection of cooking tools and kitchen accessories. We especially enjoyed having the espresso machine. We were able to get up each morning and make mochas and sit out on the deck and enjoy the view. AHHH!!! WHAT A LIFE!! Thanks so much for everything!!
Positive Rating
Just a quick note to say that our stay at your place was lovely! Pictures don't do it justice. Everything was in order when we arrived, the management company left the key for us and was very pleasant when we dropped it back off. Thanks for making such a magical place available to others!
Positive Rating
Had a great time, as always. Stared at the ocean for hours. Wonder how long, before I tire of that? The endless play of clouds and sea... Hot tubbed, napped, read. Down to the beach. Back to the nap. Build a fire. Great library.