Our Sea Ranch Home

Stunning Oceanfront Home with Incredible Ocean Views

The Sea Ranch, Ca, Us

John R's rating: x x x x x

Renowned architect Elee Tsai designed this stunning home – just a stone’s throw from the water’s edge -- to be a reflection of our soul’s connection with heaven and earth. Uniquely situated on one of the most spectacular Pacific coast bluff sites, Vista Del Mar (“View of the Sea”) boasts broad, unobstructed white ... more

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Stengel Beach

37691 Breaker Reach

Driving distance: 0.0 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A visit to this very secluded beach and you'll have a better understanding why people think this is some of the loveliest coastline in all of California. This beach offers a gorgeous delicate waterfall as well as wind-sheltered picnicking. A great place for families. Take in the incredible waves coming in, and s ... more

Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum

45500 Lighthouse Road, Point Arena, CA 95468

Driving distance: 24.1 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

About a 40 minute drive from Sea Ranch, once you arrive, you will be rewarded with a spectacular views of Magnificent Mendocino Coast ! The Point Arena Historical District is home to one of the tallest lighthouse towers in the west. Not only is the lighthouse at the edge of the cliff, but the rough waters below p ... more

St. Orres Restaurant

36601 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 8.0 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Many will tell you this is the best restaurant on the Sonoma Coast. A beautiful setting, you'll find excellent food and some very friendly service. Well-traveled Sea Ranchers will tell you that you will not find better martinis anywhere on this planet: very refreshing and not what you would typically expect. Not ... more

Trinks Cafe & Bakery

39140 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.6 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Many visitors have found this to be their "go-to place" when visiting Sea Ranch. Trinks has a young staff, very energetic but also efficient and very friendly. Try the clam chowder (some of the best you've ever had) and the VERY fresh salads. In fact, everything that is prepared here includes the freshest local ... more

Gualala Arts Center

46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 6.3 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This multi-million-dollar cultural facility has been an amazing addition to the town of Gualala. Home to art exhibitions, performing arts and community events of Mendocino and Sonoma counties. In addition to art exhibitions they present several incredibly professional theater productions every year.Various local a ... more

Twofish Baking Company

35590 Verdant View, The Sea Ranch, CA, United States

Driving distance: 3.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Twofish has just SO much going for it! "Hidden gem" would be an understatement to describe this lovely community gathering place tucked into a small and nondescript row of buildings on the "land" side of Highway 1 in Sea Ranch. The environment is seriously friendly and unabashedly casual here, with the staff walk ... more

Fort Ross State Historic Park

19005 Highway 1

Driving distance: 22.1 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Just about a 30 minute drive from Sea Ranch, Fort Ross was a thriving Russian-American Company settlement from 1812 to 1841. This commercial company chartered by Russia's tsarist government controlled all Russian exploration, trade and settlement in the North Pacific, and established permanent settlements in Alask ... more

Arena Theater

214 Main, Point Arena, CA, United States

Driving distance: 19.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

The coolest theater in the San Francisco Bay Area isn't in the Bay Area: it's actually located in the mighty town of Pt. Arena just about a 25 minute drive from Sea Ranch. Here you'll find a is a 1928-vintage vaudeville theater where a collection of celluloid heroes have spiffed a little gem of movie-dom. Restore ... more

Adventure Rents

P.O. Box 489, Gualala, CA 95445

Driving distance: 14.0 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

The Gualala river is a fun and easy kayaking experience and the folks who own this rental are great and it's easy to reserve over the phone. The staff is very knowledgeable and the price is very reasonable; the water is usually very mild. You'll be provided with life-jackets and dry bags as well. Very low key, y ... more

Sea Ranch Chapel

Highway 1 at Sonoma County mile 55.5

Driving distance: 1.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Experience the beauty and serenity of The Sea Ranch Chapel a non-denominational sanctuary for prayer, meditation, and spiritual renewal .Located at Mile Marker 55.5 on Highway 1 this is a most unexpected sight that you may buzz by without knowing it's there. That would be a shame since it's one of the most interes ... more

Shell Beach Access Trail

California 1, CA, United States

Driving distance: 1.6 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This is a really cool beach (at mile marker 55.54) that even has a ramp to walk small boats to the ocean. The trailheads are maintained by Sonoma County Regional Parks, this is a wonderful place to go tide-pooling, enjoy a picnic, collect interesting pieces of driftwood, climb rocks, or just take a snooze. You wi ... more

Annapolis Winery

26055 Soda Springs Road, Annapolis, CA, United States

Driving distance: 10.8 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Annapolis is a hidden gem in an overcrowded industry. The Scalabrini family, has been making wine in their own small vineyard since the 1980s and what's cool is that the family is involved in every phase of the business. Their vineyard is very small and they do not make a great volume of wine, but what they do m ... more

The Sea Ranch Golf Links

42000 Coast Highway, Sea Ranch, CA, United States

Driving distance: 4.4 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

You will not find a golf course in California that gives you better "bang for the buck" than The Sea Ranch Golf Links. The staff is enthusiastic, engaging and friendly. This course provides all the unspoiled beauty and challenges a true golfer could hope for in a course. The layout is more challenging than the ya ... more

Black Point Grill at Sea Ranch Lodge

60 Sea Walk Drive, CA, United States

Driving distance: 4.4 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

At Black Point Grille at Sea Ranch, expansive windows overlooking the grassy knolls and rolling waves provide the backdrop for a VERY memorable meal. An excellent variety of menu options (which change seasonally and also with daily specials), the new chef here has been very well received in the Sea Ranch communi ... more

Franny's Cup & Saucer

213 Main Street, Point Arena, CA, United States

Driving distance: 19.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This tiny bakery is done up in pink and turquoise like an up-market cupcake. Franny's Cup and Saucer is worth the drive...from anywhere (and less than half an hour from Sea Ranch!. With the help of her mother, Barbara -- who used to run the bakery and worked at Chez Panisse years ago -- Franny Burkey conjures up the most incredible treats! These ... more

One Eyed Jack's Picnic Area & Playground

Leeward Road between Units 24 & 28

Driving distance: 2.0 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Located in Sea Ranch on Leeward Road (between Units 24 & 28), this is a wonderful playground that is an antidote to the sterile, controlling environments you're in at most playgrounds these days. Simple and "low tech", kids just love to explore this area; the picnic area has plenty of tables and barbecues for the ... more

Upper Crust Pizzeria

39331 S Highway 1, Gualala, CA 95445

Driving distance: 5.5 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

The owner (Mark) makes you feel so welcomed here. Simply put, this place is for you if you're looking for delicious food, a clean restaurant, and a friendly staff. Absolutely the best pizza...with excellent crust.... bold flavors that complemented each other well. The ingredients were fresh and well sourced, espec ... more

Ohlson Recreation Center

37600 Highway 1

Driving distance: 1.3 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Ohlson is a terrific rec center with a large 25 meter outdoor heated to 80 degrees when the covers come off. Specific times are set a side for lap and aquatic exercise leaving other times for open swimming. Each lap pool has lanes for single swimmers and two wider lanes that can be shared. There is also a deep ... more

Moonraker Recreation Center

35336 Moonraker Rd

Driving distance: 4.3 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Moonraker is the smallest outdoor heated pool at Sea Ranch (20 ft. wide x 33 ft. long + shallow area) but it is also the warmest pool, as the temp is heated to 84 degrees. Specific times are set a side for lap and aquatic exercise leaving other times for open swimming. This facility also has saunas and a tennis ... more

Del Mar Recreation Center

40600 Leeward Rd

Driving distance: 7.7 mi from rental

John 's rating: x x x x x

Location: 40600 Leeward Rd. - west side of Highway 1 (mile marker 56.88), turn on Deer Trial. Facilities: Large outdoor heated pool (40 ft. wide x 82 ft. long + shallow area), saunas, 2 tennis courts. Summer Hours: May 1st - End of October Pool: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Lap swim & Aquatic exercise 1:00 p.m. to 8:0 ... more

Blue Canoe Coffee & Tea

35501 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 9.2 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

There is definitely something special about this place! Exotic teas, lattes, a back garden and a friendly smile from the owner are also highlights of this little oasis in Anchor Bay. The owner (Deanne) is super kind and friendly who actually cares for her customers. The drinks are well worth the price, you're not ... more

The Hot Spot

36415 Deep Woods Dr, Sea Ranch, CA 95497

Driving distance: 4.4 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

“The Hot Spot” is unknown to most people passing through Sea Ranch but you definitely should not neglect the forested region high up on the eastern edge of this terrific community. Second and third growth redwood (sequoia semperviron) dominate the canopy, but many other varieties of trees and plants also thrive he ... more

Four-Eyed Frog

39138 Ocean Drive, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Four Eyed Frog is a wonderful independent bookstore located in the Cypress Village business area in Gualala and the only bookstore for many miles in any direction. Somehow in the age of Amazon they continue to hang on by providing excellent customer service and promoting regional books and authors. They have a great selection of books and are famou ... more

Adventure Rents

Mill Bend on the Gualala River, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 4.9 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Adventure Rents canoe and kayak livery is a full service river outfitting company offering delightful boating experiences on the Gualala River to people of all levels of ability. We provide self-guided rentals in top of the line watercraft; single and tandem kayaks and canoes, for up to a 2-hour paddle, a 2-4 hr. ... more

Savory Coast Fine Catering

Driving distance: 5.6 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Don't feel like cooking while at Sea Ranch but would like to relax at your rental home? Leslie Bates at Savory Coast Fine Catering offers a full line of catering services and has an excellent reputation in the community. For years Leslie owned and operated a small Gualala restaurant she attracted a very loyal fo ... more

Unbeaten Path Hiking Tours

Driving distance: 1.2 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Marg Lindgren & Phil Newbury of Unbeaten Path can make your visit to Sea Ranch something VERY unique and memorable! This is a great way to explore areas of our Sea Ranch that you never would have know existed -- and also to learn about its really history and geology. Besides that they know a great deal about th ... more

Gualala Point Regional Park

42401 Highway 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.0 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A wonderful place to explore while at Sea Ranch, this 195 acre park -- just 6 minutes from Sea Ranch -- has open meadows mixed with coastal forest and is considered by locals to be a little jewel on the North Coast. Perfect views of the ocean complemented by a variety of environs. You can be down by the river, st ... more

Pazzo Marco Creamery

39250 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.5 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Some of the best gelato and sorbeto you will taste anywhere in the world - and that includes Italy! These folks (Marco and Paul).are the finest culinary artists living and working on the coast today and the Northern Coast is fortunate they chosen to practice their delicious art form here. You will not find their g ... more

Del Mar Recreation Center

40600 Leeward Rd., The Sea Ranch, California

Driving distance: 3.2 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

One of the great things about renting at Sea Ranch is being able to use some of their very impressive recreational facilities. Del Mar is bordered by beautiful gardens and has a large outdoor heated pool, saunas and two well maintained tennis courts The pool is 25 meters long for lap swimming and have areas for ... more

Placewares

39114 Ocean Dr, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This is a wonderful store! Lu and Maynard (the owners) are a very nice couple who take pride of ownership and genuinely love what they do. From the start they been focused on offering “wares for your place”, with continued close connection to their industrial design firm LyndonDesign .If you enjoy contemporary de ... more

Sea Bluff Trail

Driving distance: 1.2 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A favorite of locals, the Bluff Top Trail runs three miles along the headlands from Walk on Beach Trail to Gualala Point Regional Park and is great for whale-watching November through March. As with other Sea Ranch area beaches and trails, the public can access the beaches at specific points without trespassing on ... more

Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen

35517 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 9.2 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

If you tell friends you are coming to Sea Ranch, those who have been here will tell you that you MUST go to the Thai Kitchen in Anchor Bay, just 15 minutes from Sea Ranch. They have incredible spring rolls (crisp and fresh, with lots of mint and basil and excellent dipping sauces). The owners are VERY friendly ... more

Bones Roadhouse

39080 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

BBQ lovers, put this place on your list! A visit to Bones is worth the drive to Gualala. The meat is smoked for 12 hours and is so delicious, it's kind of random that Bones is in this tiny town. Bones needs to come to SF! Their meats are served with mild and spicy bbq sauces, but really the meat has so much smoky flavorfulness, it stands on its ... more

Surf Market

39250 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.5 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This is a great place to stock up for your feasts while staying at Sea Ranch. They have lots of fresh bread and pastries every morning, and many other local options throughout the store, as well as an excellent selection of vegan options. The locals will tell you that you will have nothing but very pleasant experi ... more

Antonio's Tacos

38820 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.9 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A "little hole in the wall" with consistently delicious tacos and a fantastic salsa bar. They have excellent food at great prices and friendly service. The cuisine is closer to Mex-Mex or Cal-mex than Tex-Mex, which is nice: fresh, crisp and less cheesy and greasy than many places. Highlights so far include the ... more

Uneda Eat

206 Main St, Point Arena, CA, United States

Driving distance: 19.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A diamond in the ruff in the small town of Point Arena where you'll find excellent food in a fun environment with good service. Uneda Eat offers delicious big-city foodie eats in a small-town atmosphere.You can zip up here in less than half an hour from Sea Ranch and you won't be disappointed; you can even watch the very talented chef/owner prepar ... more

Cove Azul Bar & Grill

39102 Ocean Dr, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

If you love good clam chowder soup, you've just found the place of your dreams! Thick, rich in herbs, and with lots of big clams chunks, you'll enjoy this soup time and time again -- and there is absolutely no way it's out of a can. Locals will tell you that Juan and Sarah in the kitchen here really know exactly ... more

Rollerville Cafe

22900 Shoreline Hwy, Point Arena, CA, United States

Driving distance: 21.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

A 30 minute drive from Sea Ranch, you'll find nothing but great food and very pleasant servers here (who are VERY attentive). The indoor seating is small, but also extremely cozy. It's not often to find a small restaurant with such good ingredients and unique menu items. An unexpected bonus here is the good varie ... more

Gualala Video Inc

39200 California 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.5 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

You can not find another comparable selection of videos anywhere...PERIOD! Dave, the owner, is great: very laid back and cool. He's nice, very helpful (especially with kids), and best of all he knows his movies. Be prepared to LOVE the selection! Imagine the Netflix streaming selection on it's best day with new releases, classics as well as popula ... more

Bones Roadhouse

39080 S Hwy 1, Gualala, CA, United States

Driving distance: 5.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

BBQ lovers, put this place on your list! What's not to like here? Fresh food. Ocean views. Generous portions. The menu is large and there should be something here for everyone.They have a fabulous pulled pork sandwich and a very friendly staff, and the best thing is that this little gem is just a five minute drive from Sea Ranch. The meat is sm ... more

Baja Bros Bikes

PO Box 1575

Driving distance: 5.6 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Forgot to bring your bikes on your visit to Sea Ranch? Check out Baja Bros Bikes and they will deliver your bike to you at your vacation rental home. Riding in Sea Ranch is a great way to get around, see the beauty of the area and exercise (some of the biking is on trails and can be challenging for those folks wh ... more

Gualala Bluff Trail

39300 California 1

Driving distance: 5.6 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

This is a very scenic three-mile hiking trail from Gualala Point Regional Park to Walk-On Beach along the Pacific coast.This short trail in downtown Gualala can be accessed through the Surf Motel parking lot and next to the Shoreline Restaurant. The trail goes behind three motels/inns and other commercial building ... more

Walk on Beach

Walk on Beach, Sea Ranch, CA 95497, USA

Driving distance: 2.8 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

Walk on Beach is the southern end to the three-mile “Bluff Top Trail,” which travels north into 195-acre Gualala Point Regional Park and, ultimately, the mouth of the Gualala River. The Bluff Top walk is filled with the sight of offshore rocks and white sandy beaches, the sound of crashing surf and barking sea lio ... more

Sea Ranch Marine Preserve

Driving distance: 2.3 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

The Sea Ranch Marine Preserve is home to a thriving colony of harbor seals and other marine mammals. The Harbor Seals here in particular seem to enjoy life to its fullest; they have endearing expressions on their faces, making you smile just to see them! It's wonderful to watch the moms with their pups; harbor sea ... more

Pebble Beach

Navigators Reach, CA, United States

Driving distance: 2.7 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

No, you won't find The Inn at Spanish Bay and The Lodge here but at THIS Pebble Beach, (at Sea Ranch Mile marker 52.29) you will find a wonderful beach with small sheltered cove with lots of great tide pools. Check the local tide pools and be sure to get here at low tide when parts of the intertidal region that ... more

Black Point Beach

Black Point Beach, California, USA

Driving distance: 4.5 mi from rental

John R's rating: x x x x x

At Sea Ranch Mile marker 50.85, a very steep staircase leads visitors to this 1/4 mile-long sandy beach with dramatic waves. Very popular with surfers, this beach is just north of Black Point, a cape that juts out about 250 yards from the shore. If you surf, it can be a fun break to paddle out for during a waist-h ... more

Fort Ross Vineyard Tasting Room

15725 Meyers Grade Road, Jenner, CA, United States

Driving distance: 26.4 mi from rental

John 's rating: x x x x x

A wonderful place to stop heading north, about 45-50 minutes before you get to Sea Ranch. The view to the coast is truly beautiful and the wines are delightful. The tasting room is just stunning -- destined to become a don't miss destination for all visitors passing through. It's extremely rare to be able to visi ... more

Pier Chowder House & Tap Room

790 Port Rd, Point Arena, CA 95468

Driving distance: 19.9 mi from rental

John 's rating: x x x x x

The people who run the pier are some of the most gracious and wonderful people you will meet. The food is great, the view is wonderful, and the service gracious. Lots of tid-bits of local history fill the place. A very nice place to enjoy a meal after a Pt. Arena lighthouse visit. The bar is one of the highlight ... more

Hirsch Winery

45075 Bohan Dillon Rd, Cazadero, CA, United States

Driving distance: 31.4 mi from rental

John 's rating: x x x x x

On the road from Jenner to Sea Ranch, many will tell you that this 45 minute "detour" is WELL worth it. Many will tell you that you will never have a California Chardonnay like the ones at Hirsch. Following the rugged Sonoma coastline for a spell and then up into the coastal mountains, through so tricky navigati ... more

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