Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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About this property
The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town
Now with fast and dependable Sea Ranch Connect fiber optic internet service!
This Property can be booked online and the calendar is always up to date! This property is limited to 4 guests, no pets will be considered.
Location, Style and Value - The north end is arguably the best Location on the ranch for visitors! It's closest to the town of Gualala with it's shops, markets and eating/drinking establishments. Originally built for an empty nest couple, The Bluffs at Sea Ranch is perhaps the perfect place for a loving couple to reignite their passion. The professionally designed interior is fresh, light-filled and private featuring our signature look with antiques and contemporary furnishings in a modern playful mix. You will appreciate the high quality bedding, pillows and comforters, an updated kitchen with commercial stainless steel appliances, Master Chef cookware, Wusthof knives and all the goodies. Separate laundry, viewing deck, covered patio, private fenced yard, and inviting Jacuzzi spa with views of the Pacific round out the ample amenities.
The two-level master suite encompasses the majority of the second floor. Lounge with your favorite book on the 9-foot window seat and enjoy seasonal whitewater ocean views and glorious sunsets. Then step down to the spacious bath area for a sumptuous soak with the sounds of the crashing waves to help sooth away your worries. The massive California king size bed invites restful slumber with a super high-end Aireloom 'Super Feather Bed' mattress. The second bedroom is located on the ground floor and has access to its own private garden and patio. It's cozy and comfortable and great for extra guests. In addition, on the second floor, is a lofted niche with a full size bed that looks out upon the Sea Ranch Golf Links and acres of natural land on one side and the ocean on the other. The perfect place to escape from someone who snores!
With panoramic ocean views from nearly every window, and acres of wilderness to the east the property is adjacent to Gualala Point Regional Park and the town of Gualala the convenience and walk-ability are unsurpassed. The bluff trail along the ocean side of the property serves as your gateway to the great blue Pacific.
Designed and sited to take advantage passive heating and cooling from Mother Nature, you'll enjoy soothing benefits of radiant floor heating with no drying forced air to stuff up your sinuses.
Again, pets are not allowed - please don't ask. If unauthorized pets are brought onto the property, a minimum fee of $500 will be charged for extra cleaning.
About the Ranch - All Sea Ranch roads, most facilities, and most trails are private, for use only by owners, renters, and their guests, but visitors who rent our vacation home in the Sea Ranch are considered to be guests of the home owner and, as such, are permitted to use the private facilities and trails of The Sea Ranch. This property is not set up for abalone diving.
The Sea Ranch The Sea Ranch Chapel The Sea Ranch Lodge The Sea Ranch Golf Links Stengal Beach Shell Beach Black Point Beach Black Point Whale Watching Ohlson Beach Stengal Beach Dune Drift Beach The Sea Ranch Tide Pools Jacuzzi Hot tub Spa 40 miles of trails Rainbows Cypress Village Point Arena Theater Point Arena Lighthouse Pomo Creek Trail Loop Interpretive Trail San Andreas Fault Sag Ponds The Hot Spot (wading, frogs, inner tube floating, BBQ, Picnic, Picnicking) One Eye’d Jacks Stump Beach & Cove Salt Point State Park Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve Fort Ross Historic State Park Tide Pools Moonraker Recreation Center Del Mar Recreation Center Ohlson Recreation Center Swim Lessons Bowling Ball Beach Point Arena Cove abd Harbor Canoe Rentals at Adventure Rents Gualala River Boating Native Flora and Fauna Harbor Seals Habitat Green Cove Tide Pool Beach Beach Combing Smuggler’s Cove Grazing Sheep Bird Watching Bihler Point Raccoons Foxes Sea Ranch Equestrian Center Bicycling Annapolis-Stewarts Point Loop Trail Markers Tennis Golf Pickle Ball Library Coast Medical Service Provides RCMS Abalone Sablefish Rockfish Rock Cod Red Snapper Oysters Gualala Arts Center Yoga Sewing Circle Music Wine Pairings Dolphin Gallery Farmer’s Market Point Arena Fisherman’s Festival CircumambulationTurkey Trot Festival of the Trees Christmas Caroling Almost Fringe Festival
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Remove perishable food items.
Trash cans are located in the enclosure to the south of the parking area.
Close all blinds.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Property Utilizes a RING Security Camera Facing the Driveway - Not active or recording unless there is a complaint from neighbors, or TSR Security.
Use of spa is at your own risk. Spa to remain covered when not in use. If used by minor, an adult must be present at all times.
Do not move or rearrange furniture. Please put things back where you found them. Our housekeeping staff is not equipped to lift heavy objects.
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Property # 332524
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Sea Ranch
Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sea Ranch Golf Links and Bowling Ball Beach 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 B. Bryan Preserve. Gualala Arts Center and Pennyroyal Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Fort Ross State Historic Park - 40 min drive - 47.9 km
Getting around
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 129 min drive
Restaurants
Trinks Cafe - 7 min drive
Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - 13 min drive
Vue Kitchen - 6 min drive
Cove Azul Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Whitecap Coffee and Tea - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town?
As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town on Jun 22, 2026 start from $403, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Bluffs at Sea Ranch - Great Ocean Access - High Speed WiFi - Close to Town located?
Situated in Sea Ranch, this golf vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Gualala Point Regional Park and Gualala River. Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala Bluff Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Fantastic location and space. Beautiful garden, very clean hot tub and very easy access to bluff trails. Host was amazing, responsive and informative. Comfortable king bed in master room and fabulous ocean views both up and downstairs. Would return!
Everything was in good working order and very clean. It’s a peaceful spot within the sound of the sea. Lovely views, great light, and private. Great walking just out the door. We loved our stay.
This is such a beautiful house. We all slept soundly and comfortably in the cozy beds. The kitchen is top-notch. We cooked almost all our meals on the excellent stove. Loved kicking back in the chairs out back, spending memorable hours watching the whales, and oohing and aaahing over the vivid sunsets and the starry skies. A great place to visit, and hard to leave.
2nd time staying here and we really like it. Great location and view along with a wonderful house that has everything you need. Perfect for 2 couples. See ya next year.
Our stay at the Bluffs was fantastic. The house is ideal, and well stocked with everything you would need. It is a perfect location for wildlife viewing! Foxy visited several times and on the last day we spotted a whale breaching. There is excellent access to the trails and the Sonoma County park to the north. We had dinner one night at the Sea Ranch lodge restaurant and the food was excellent. We drove up on Friday and stopped at the Stewart Point Store for a warm up pizza. The pizza is only available on Friday, but was perfect for our dinner.
We have stayed here several times and each time we enjoy it even more. Great location with everything we could possibly need. A big thank you to our hosts. Will be back again soon!
My husband & I had an incredible stay . We arrived the evening after our wedding.We could hear the ocean from laying in bed . The ocean view was a beautiful sight every day. The hot tub was prepared for us before our arrival. We absolutely loved every aspect of Sea Ranch Every day we awoke to God’s natural beauty every where we looked . We adored the little town of Gualala . My favorite part was how you can enjoy the ocean & forest at the same time.We will be back !!!!
We've been staying at vacation rentals in Sea Ranch for over 30 years. This absolutely is one of the best. It is really clean (surprisingly, somewhat unusal in Sea Ranch rentals). Everything worked (hot tub, appliances, etc, also somewhat unusual). We like to cook, and this is really a chef's kitchen. The views across the meadow to the ocean are great. John, the owner, was immediately available by email for our few questions. We appreciated that he cares for and maintains this as his home and not just a vacation rental.
Great house, very well decorated. Equipped with all things to make the stay comfortable. The courtyard garden was beautifully in bloom. We saw a lot of wild life right around the house. We had a great stay!
We had a fantastic Sea Ranch vacation and loved this home. A great kitchen, a million dollar view of the ocean, and interesting antiques. We hiked every day: the Bluff Trail to the Gualala regional park, the Salal trail down to the Bluff Trail, the Sag Pond and Monarch glen trail (parked at One-Eyed Jacks for the Monarch trail. Also visited the Gualala arts center in the redwoods. We would love to stay here again on a future trip.
We love staying here! The house is perfectly situated with a fantastic view and has everything we need for a relaxing stay in Sea Ranch. We will definitely be back again!
Comfortable and warm, with gorgeous views of the ocean, radiant floor heating and easy walking access to coastal trail and Gualala Point Regional park. Well cared for and conveniently equipped. Great spot for a relaxing getaway!
Beautiful, peaceful stay at The Bluffs at Sea Ranch
We loved our stay at this home in Sea Ranch. It was exactly as advertised—clean, comfortable, stylish and well-furnished with everything we needed. The location was perfect, tucked away near the northern end of the Bluff Trail, offering both privacy and the stunning coastal scenery. The house and area are incredibly quiet, making it an ideal spot to unwind. We also enjoyed the hot tub and garden. Overall, a fantastic stay—we would definitely return!
We just got back from a trip to Sea Ranch. This was our third time staying up there, and our favorite rental! The home is stunning with views of the ocean from almost every angle. I have rented many vacation homes over the years, and this had the best kitchen ever! Clean, organized, and well stocked with all of the equipment you need! I even baked a birthday cake. Just a wonderful stay! We can't wait to come back again. Thank you!
Amy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn B.
Jan 30, 2018
excellent location, quiet and little traffic.
We had a very enjoyable time.Cooked in every night and walked every day.
Carolyn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Winter is a special time at The Sea Ranch. The crashing waves and and astonishing sunsets are amplified by the crisp ocean air. My favorite time for a getaway!
We had such a peaceful and wonderful time at this beautiful home. The views are spectacular and you can hear the sea from the deck. The hot tub was nice and hot and also has a view of the sea with the gate open. The home is decorated with class and style. The walking path along the coast is easily accessible and we went for beautiful walks every day. I highly recommend this home!
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by John Matthes
A transplant to Pasadena from San Diego, John relocated in 1989 to attend Art Center College of Design where he was awarded a Master's of Fine Art degree.
John is an expert in marketing historic and architectural properties and holds his fiduciary responsibility to his clients in the utmost regard. With real world experience as the founder and principal of Carciofi and Jinglehyme, he successfully united residential real estate development and interior design; bringing revitalization to local neighborhoods and blighted historic properties through thoughtful renovation and redevelopment. John is the 2014 Winner of the Historic Preservation award for the city of Pasadena. He also owns and manages short term vacation rentals in Pasadena, San Diego, Santa Rosa, Culver City and the Sea Ranch.
John's prior tenure in the marketing and communications wing of the global institutional investing giant The Capital Group Companies, allowed him to develop broad knowledge of printed and digital media. With this knowledge, he has developed sophisticated marketing tools and programs for selling homes in all economic climates.
A long term resident of the Arroyo, John currently resides in Linda Vista and has had stake in properties located in Prospect Park, San Rafael, South Orange Grove, South Lake, Eagle Rock, The Sea Ranch and San Diego's East Village, Culver City and Santa Rosa. He is an active member Pasadena Heritage and The Legacy Circle, a group of Art Center alumni dedicated to raising funds for student scholarships.
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