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Gualala blufftop cottage with fireplace & grill, dogs welcome

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Gaze out over the endless blue from your private deck, where the ocean's rhythm invites you to relax and soak in the stunning coastal views.
Enjoy your favorite book in one of the comfortable chairs, with the sound of the ocean serenading you in the background.
Step into a welcoming space filled with natural light, where you can gather around the wood-burning fireplace after a day of coastal adventures.
Create culinary delights in this spacious kitchen, designed for both cooking and socializing, while enjoying the coastal charm.
Retreat to the tranquil master bedroom, where soft linens and elegant decor create a peaceful haven after a day by the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 61435 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
$415
avg per night

Explore the area

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Gualala, CA
  • Place, Gualala River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gualala Bluff Trail
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Price is $415 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Gualala River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gualala Bluff Trail - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gualala Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pebble Beach - 14 min drive - 16.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trinks Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gualala blufftop cottage with fireplace & grill, dogs welcome

Summary:

Waves crash just below as you settle into this bluff-top home in Gualala. Bring your pup -- dogs love the bluff trails here. A warm fire and ocean views anchor cozy evenings in. Room for 6 in this 1-bedroom home. Walk to local restaurants, river access, and Gualala Point Regional Park. The Mendonoma Coast's best dining, art, and beaches are minutes away. At low tide, the rock shelves reveal a hidden world of anemones, crabs, and starfish.



The Space:

This, dog-friendly home right on the Pacific Ocean has the charm and views that you look for when vacationing on the Northern California Coast! Enjoy a striking back deck with a gas grill on sunny summer days, a wood-burning fireplace and a Roku Smart TV on chilly coastal evenings, and unforgettable oceanfront vistas from an incredible bluff-top property.



This oceanfront home is located in the heart of Gualala, offering guests easy access to every necessity in this small, charming town. A variety of restaurants, markets, and art galleries await less than a mile south, and Gualala Point Regional Park (which includes the Bluff Top Trail, the Salal Trail, and excellent whale watching at Gualala Point) and the Sea Ranch Golf Links are only two miles North. If you find yourself craving indoor activity, the Gualala Arts Center is only one mile away.



KITCHEN & DINING

Craft your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with a dishwasher, making cleanup a breeze. With seating for your group, mealtimes become part of the experience.



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Choose from the master bedroom, a loft bedroom, or a detached room with a futon. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 6.



PROPERTY AMENITIES

-- 1 bedroom, 2 bath

-- Wood-burning fireplace

-- Dog friendly (up to 1)



Guest Access:

Step inside and settle in -- every room and amenity in this home is yours for your stay. This home welcomes up to 1 dog -- the yard and nearby trails are ready for your pup. Driveway parking is available at the property. Detailed check-in instructions, including the door code, will be provided prior to your arrival.



The Neighborhood:

Your Gualala home base puts you steps from local restaurants, the Gualala Arts Center, and grocery shopping. Explore stunning beaches at Gualala Point Regional Park Gualala Point Regional Park is a short drive south. Cooks Beach and Anchor Bay Beach are a short drive north.



Getting Around:

From San Francisco, the drive is about 2.5 hours via Highway 101 to Highway 1. Fly into Santa Rosa's Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS), about 90 minutes east, and drive the coast from there. Having a car opens up the entire Mendonoma Coast.



Other Things to Note:

Cell and WiFi services are very inconsistent in this area.

This home is right on an ocean bluff; please always supervise your children and your dog.

Best for guests aged 18 and up due to the proximity of the bluffs.

Good to know: this home is in a neighborhood that is prone to seasonal visits from ants. We always try to be as proactive as possible when dealing with this issue.



December through April is whale season. You may spot gray whales breaching right from the bluff trail nearby. April through June brings stunning wildflower displays along the bluffs and throughout Gualala Point Regional Park. The warmest months run June to September. Coastal fog is common early in the day but gives way to sunshine by afternoon.
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Gualala blufftop cottage with fireplace & grill, dogs welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, well furnished and overall wonderful place to stay! Nice and safe for our dog as well. I hope to stay there again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay the house was furnished with everything that you would need the view was awesome and it was pet friendly the weather was great a little fog on the last day no biggie. would stay again very comforable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of the ocean are stunning. The house was spotless. This town is a real gem. Small enough to feel reclusive, but big enough to have groceries and restaurants close. Bed was really comfy. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Perfect for relaxing.

Clean well stocked comfortable home on the beautiful Mendocino coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent rest!

Spent a few days relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Mendocino coastline at Otter’s Rest. This was the ideal place for us to stay and enjoy the amazing views. It was easily walkable to town where everyone was so nice and welcoming. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic Property! Beautifully presented and spotless! The location and view were incredible. Highly recommend the warm and inviting home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

Beautiful view!

We had a wonderful time at the Otters Rest, peaceful and wonderful views!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect view and sound of waves
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional views!!!

This was perfect for us and our 16 year old Boston Terrier, it felt like home away from home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna I.

Lovely ocean front home

Amazing views!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Piper B.

Fantastic

Perfect getaway! The home was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otters Rest again

Perfect with everything we needed! The view the house everything was wonderful. My brother gifted the house with a telescope for others to enjoy! Thank you we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

On the Ocean - Great overlook! Very nice digs! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Loved everything about our stay. The house is well laid out, very clean, very comfortable, all the necessary amenities and equipment, conveniently located on the edge of town, spectacular ocean views. Loved being able to find a nice place that also welcomes a dog. Was also pleased by how easy it was to communicate with Vacasa and appreciated their responsiveness.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Relaxing New Year's

Beautiful location, very quiet, fabulous view. Spent all day just watching the ocean and the birds, and listening to the surf. Very well appointed kitchen, extremely comfortable beds and chairs to lounge in.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

Great place to relax

Gorgeous sea view from the living room, bedroom, and deck. The kitchen is equipped for a serious cook. The knives were even sharp!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Awesome house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Hard to Leave!

Perfect location on a quiet court with endless views. The home is extremely clean considering it’s a vacation rental. Even the couch and chairs were freshly vacuumed. I have stayed at several places on the coast and this one so far is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax with the parents

We wanted to treat my wife's parents to a relaxing view for Mothers Day. Great place and setup for an elderly couple to relax and stare at the ocean for a couple of days. Kitchen was well appointed for us to cook/prep meals for them during our stay. Beds were quite comfortable too (we prefer softer mattresses in general, which the upstairs was).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

This property is just as advertised. Expect to see amazing views and delightful wildlife. Very comfortable accommodations from beds to easy chairs and neat and clean from top to bottom. We loved the kitchen! We will dream about this vacation and hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sam N.

Stay

Gray location on the water front.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otter’s Rest getaway

Enjoyable five days at Otter’s Rest with fabulous weather. Very comfortable & enjoyable house. Good location with spectacular close ocean views of rocky coast from deck & windows. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen & baths. One negative is no pretty sunsets as blocked by hill & house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Dramatic Views and Relaxation

The Otter's Rest is a perfect spot to decompress from work life! The views from the home and porch are incredible. The home has many amenities for fun, such as books, puzzles and games. The kitchen is stocked to cook delicious meals. Otter's Rest gave our family a true rest!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Our 3rd visit to Otter’s Rest.

The VIEW ! Amazing and never gets old. The wild life is everywhere. We’ve seen seals, a Bald Eagle , Otters, Pelicans , deer and more. So peaceful and close to town.