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Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine

Holiday home in Sea Ranch with kitchen and balcony

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This Ocean View home has a Cozy Glow at Twilight
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen w/Stainless Appliances & Concrete Countertops
Enjoy the Amazing View While Preparing Meals
Kitchen looking into Living Room
Dining with a View

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Walk On Beach
  • Place, Sea Ranch Golf Links
  • Place, Shell Beach

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine

PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL FOR 'LAST MINUTE' RATES.
This beautiful home is the perfect mix of serenity and adventure you been searching for! Enjoy the quintessential Sea Ranch lifestyle in this home which has been featured in Coastal Living, California Home and Design and Fine Homebuilding Magazines.

Open, yet intimate, rich in natural materials and handcrafted details, this home has a quiet elegance. Impeccably decorated with high end furnishings, Tufenkian Tibetan rugs and original art by local artist Dwight Eberly and landscape photographer Morley Baer.

All bed and bath linens are provided. Other features include a cozy custom fireplace, large well appointed kitchen with concrete countertops and large copper cooking hood, private hot tub and a garage.

There are fabulous white water views from every room. Located just steps away from the ocean bluff trail near Walk on Beach.

Our guests will have access to 3 recreational centers with heated swimming pools, saunas, tennis courts, library and more.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS HOME IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OLD. ALSO, FOR PARTIES OF MORE THAN TWO GUESTS, PLEASE LOOK AT THE PHOTOS CAREFULLY AND THE NOTE OPEN NATURE OF OUR HOME. PARTICULARLY, NOTE THAT THERE ARE NO DOORS ON THE BEDROOMS.

PLEASE NOTE: THE 'LAST MINUTE GETAWAY' RATES ARE NOT CALCULATED IN THE INSTANT QUOTE FROM VRBO. THE TOTAL RENTAL RATE MAY BE LESS. PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL TO CONFIRM THE CORRECT RENTAL AMOUNT.
.Additional guest(s) fee of $ 25.00 per night each for the 3rd and 4th guest applicable
TOT Certificate # 731N. Parking available for 2 cars on property. Quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM. Property Manager is Diane Gilbert (License # PMR25-0111).


Keywords: Unique coastal home with whitewater views!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Minimum age is 10 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sea Ranch

Located in Sea Ranch, this holiday home is by the sea. Sentinel Rock and Arena Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sea Ranch Golf Links and Bowling Ball Beach. Pennyroyal Farm and Mendocino County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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The Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Walk On Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Shell Beach - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pebble Beach - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Black Point Beach - 7 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trinks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar An Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Architecturally Stunning Ocean View Home featured in Coastal Living Magazine located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Walk On Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sea Ranch Chapel and Sea Ranch Golf Links. Shell Beach and Tide Pool Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Exceptional

Great view of ocean and exceptional kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

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

Sea Ranch: wildlife & Pacific surf

Wonderful home in the middle of a wildlife meadow and in the sound of the Pacific surf.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mila M.

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

Another great week

Beautiful house, love the light through all the windows, great hosts, this is our repeat visit
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Best place in Sea Ranch yet..

We have come to Sea Ranch a handful of times. This is our best rental to date. Gorgeous property. If you love to cook, the kitchen is well appointed. You truly feel at home. We look to returning here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Splendid sea view

This is simply the best rental I have ever made through VRBO. The house is beautiful, it is perfectly furnished. The view of the sea is magnificent. The meadow in front of the house is full of yellow Bush Lupin, that the deer come to eat at sunset!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yiming L.

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

Great experience in a unique house

I've always loved Sea Ranch -- relaxing, quiet days walking along the bluffs admiring the scenery, and nights looking at the stars or soaking troubles away in the hot tub. This unique, architecturally interesting property was an exemplary experience -- close to the Bluff Trail access, a short walk to Walk On Beach or the rec centers, and a good view of the ocean. The house amenities were perfect. The hot tub was excellent. The wine was very much appreciated as well. Host also communicated promptly when I ran into a tech issue during booking.It is worth noting that while it has a great ocean view (with an upper story viewing deck area!), it does have a lot of windows and not a lot of doors or blinds. Sometimes I did wonder if the folks walking by could see inside.All in all a lovely experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLLEEN S.

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

WOW...we loved it!

The home is so comfortable and beautiful...views and everything you could ask for in a kitchen! Clean, upgraded, right next to beach path...we could have stayed for a month! Personal hot tub at the home and shared swimming pools, saunas and tennis courts for Sea Ranch owners and guests!!! Only one caveat, many stairs...not for those uncomfortable with such. WE will be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah B.

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

Beautiful location, only go with folks you're comfy with :)

We had a great visit! Well stocked kitchen, lovely patio, beautiful views. The only comment we had is that this is a fairly door-free home. No doors on the bedrooms, no doors enclosing the bathroom upstairs, no shower curtain, and an outhouse-like door on the bathroom downstairs means that there's not much room for privacy. So if you're traveling with others, make sure you're close!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gilbert House is uniquely beautiful from the architecture to the decor. We enjoyed a relaxing stay in this comfortable, welcoming home. The amenities throughout were great. The entrance through the private flower filled garden sets the mood. Please note, while the garden is private, many areas of the house are not. Part of the interesting design is no doors on bedrooms or bathing areas of bathrooms. Make sure you're booking this with someone you are very close too or you will become close to them during your vacation! The house is located a short 5-minute drive from Gualala's restaurants and stores. It is near the bluff but is a row of homes between Gilbert House and the ocean. It does enjoy an unobstructed view across a meadow area looking north up the coast. FYI that if you are booking soon, there is construction on a home nearby and the crew's vehicles and equipment block that view to some degree. A consolation prize to make up for that was a wonderful myriad of wildlife including deer, foxes and just offshore, pods of humpback whales.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great retreat from business as usual

Very clean, quiet, and hospitable. Unique home with all you need for a cozy retreat. Pitch black dark at night, great location for walks along the rugged coast, and nature all around. Not a home for a family stay; best for a coup or individual (nice wood furniture, great kitchen). Will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

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

Perfect stay

The instructions were easy to follow and helpful. The amenities were well maintained. Everything was as described, and the home and location exceeded all expectations. A++
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

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

Far more than we could have hoped for

This house was superbly furnished and impeccably clean. As a couple, we welcomed the endless architectural features afforded by the open floor plan. All the design, furniture and art lent to a feeling of comfort and luxury. And the kitchen was amazingly well appointed--I'm not sure how the small number of occupants allowed could have even begun to use everything that was offered in abundance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooks T.

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

Great, peaceful stay with an amazing kitchen

This was a lovely house just a short walk from the bluffs, and with views of the ocean from the living room and the small upper deck (which would be great for whales, in season). The house was cozy and we stayed in and cooked almost every night. The kitchen is amazing -- a beautiful Viking gas stove and huge hood that allowed for high heat cooking and feasts. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Sea Ranch mini moon

Bed was very comfortable. Beautifully decorated and great for a couple. Full kitchen. The bottle of wine upon arrival was a great touch. Our only suggestion would be to have coffee available and bottled or filtered water because there is not a store close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacob a.

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

Magical and restorative

This weekend getaway was exactly what we needed for our anniversary. The sound of the ocean and the brilliant stars at night made everything just right . The house is very beautiful and has a calming effect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Perfect

This is our second stay at this lovely house with a beautiful view and the sound of the sea!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Third stay!

This is our third year staying at this lovely Sea Ranch home. Can’t wait for next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Favorite!

We have been visiting Sea Ranch for 25 years. This house was one of my favorites! The number of windows was amazing. Views from everywhere and you could open many to let in the ocean breeze. The interior was so tastefully decorated making it feel warm and cozy. Both beds were comfortable. The kitchen was easy to work in. Diane, thank you so much for sharing your home!❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon m.

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

Serene getaway at Sea Ranch

This home is stunning and exceeded our expectations. Views are amazing from the home and the walk to the cliff is perhaps 2 minutes and the beach just a few minutes more. The area is serene and at most you see a few joggers or a couple other people hiking. The office was a perfect place to take a few morning calls before a lovely breakfast on the beach. We didn’t cook a full meal (we picked up chowder and crab sandwiches in Bodega Bay to bring up with us), but the kitchen was well appointed with quality dishes (no plastic) and everything we would have needed to cook. Gualala just a few minutes up the coast is a cute little town with a few restaurants and shops. I highly recommend getting a massage at Healing Arts. Amazing! The primary bedroom’s mattress was super comfy. The house was immaculate. I would definitely choose this property again if just traveling with my spouse. Do read the posting carefully as this is an open concept home so I would not recommend for 2 couples. Diane (the host) is very quick to communicate which is so appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate H.

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

Great

The most beautiful home. A rare find. Thank you for letting others use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

J M.

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

Wonderful!

The home was perfect for our time at The Sea Ranch and will definitely return as soon as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Gorgeous home in beautiful spot

Stunning home with partial ocean view, with impressive, open-air architecture. 3 minute walk to the bluff trail, and 2.5 miles from the cute beach town of Gualala, where you'll find galleries and restaurants. The bluff trail doesn't disappoint. Great amenities, fully stocked kitchen, furnace that heats the place up in no time. Didn't try the hot tub, but there's a Jacuzzi-like bathtub in the bathroom. The 3rd floor has a small outdoor patio and a small room with a picture window, perfect for watching the sunset. Couple of gotchas: the bedrooms, although lovely, comfy, and with great views, have no doors, and the black-out shades don't really block out the light, so bring a sleeping mask. The internet is spotty unless you're in the office. The bedrooms are on the 2nd floor and the staircase is slightly steep, so keep that in mind for the climbing-impaired. That said, it was altogether a delightful stay with a gracious host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

elissa w.

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

beautiful home

Very well located, beautifully furnished home with an excellent and well stocked kitchen. We had a lovely 4 night stay. Beds are extremely comfortable, but one should be aware that the style of the home is very open plan, so though the bedrooms are at opposite ends of a hall on the upper floor, there are no doors to close for total privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

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

Rarely do I say, “ I would stay here again”

What a wonderful home to get away from it all, even if it is storming like mad all weekend long. We thoroughly loved this home. Thank you for sharing it with us Sincerely, Chad & Heather (Sea Ranch Regulars) :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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