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Stunning Oceanfront Home w/ Incredible Ocean Views

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sea Ranch, CA
  • Pebble Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Shell Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Walk On Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Sea Ranch

With a stay at this vacation home in Sea Ranch, you'll be on the beach, a 1-minute walk from Stengel Beach and a 4-minute drive from Sea Ranch Chapel. .This beach vacation home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Shell Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tide Pool Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Pebble Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Shell Beach - 10 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Black Point Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Walk On Beach - 13 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewarts Point Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Black Door Mexican Cuisine - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trinks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning Oceanfront Home w/ Incredible Ocean Views

Vista Del Mar is a stunning Sea Ranch vacation rental situated on a breathtaking bluff with ocean views from every room. You’ll love the gourmet kitchen, outdoor gas grill, and wood-burning stove. Nearby are the Sea Ranch community pools, saunas, pickleball, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts. The spacious deck even has seasonal migrating whale sightings! Designed by renowned architect Elee Tsia, this gem’s warm ambiance creates the perfect Northern California escape in nature’s embrace.

Entertainment and more:
- Flat-screen TV with YouTubeTV and Bose Acoustimass entertainment center
- Steinway baby grand piano
- One of the largest oceanfront decks in Sea Ranch (1,600 sq ft)
- Weber gas grill
- 56-jet, 6-person hot tub with ocean views
- Migrating whale sightings (Dec-May)
- Dedicated workspace with Wi-Fi (1000 Mbps)
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Wood-burning stove
- Foosball table
- Pack ‘n Play

3 bedrooms (main floor) with loft: King bed, queen bed, queen bed, 2 twin beds (loft)
2 full bathrooms: 1 ensuite bathroom, 1 full bathroom

Other details:
- Optional mid-stay clean for 1+ week stays
- Central heat
- Electrolux washer and dryer
- Linens and towels
- 1 garage parking space, 3 driveway parking spaces
- 2,800 sq ft

Bonus fun:
- 50 miles of Sea Ranch Association biking/ hiking trails along the coast
- Sea Ranch Association amenities (pools, saunas, tennis courts, pickleball, bocce ball, basketball, horseshoe courts, playgrounds)
- Ohlson Recreation Center, 8-min walk away (pools, beach, tennis, sauna)

Guest access
Your booking includes access to The Sea Ranch homeowners' association swimming areas, saunas, tennis, basketball, pickleball, bocce ball, and horseshoe courts and playgrounds.
Other things to note
- Motion-activated security camera facing driveway
- Quiet hours (9pm-7am, fines enforced)

Q: May I bring my pet?
A: Unfortunately, no. No pets are ever allowed inside (or outside) our home.

Q: May I smoke inside the home?
A: No. Nor may you smoke outside the home. Vista Del Mar is strictly a non-smoking zone. In fact, smoking is prohibited in all common areas of The Sea Ranch community.

Q: How many people am I allowed to bring?
A: The maximum number of people in the house—or anywhere on our property—at any time is limited to eight individuals, including but not limited to guest(s), children, and other family members and/or visitors. This maximum occupancy may not be exceeded at any time—or for any reason—during the length of your stay.

Q: May I bring my kids under age 10?
A: Please contact us so we can discuss your family’s particular situation. Our oceanfront home is just steps away from the bluffs and poses a risk for unsupervised children. As parents ourselves, we take our guests’ safety very seriously and recommend that youngsters be closely supervised at all times.

The Sea Ranch is located in Sonoma County where the Transient Occupancy Tax – mandated under State Revenue and Taxation Code Section 7280 – is levied at a rate of 12% for all lodging less than 30 days (including vacation rental accommodations) and this fee is collected by Airbnb. For your information, our Transient Occupancy Tax Certificate Number is 1651. County of Sonoma License Number is LIC25-0030.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property manager

John Reis

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or outside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets are allowed inside (or outside) our home.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please ask about bringing children under age 10.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1651

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Stunning Oceanfront Home w/ Incredible Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glorious 4 days

we stayed for 4 nights at Vista Del Mar with our adult children and their friends. We ate at the lodge one night, then cooked at the house the other two nights. The house was so well equipped including all grilling equipment, pots, pans, platters. Great clean hot tub for sunsets and whale watching. We went hiking and fishing every day. There is no place quite like Sea Ranch and VDM was the ideal location to enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning indeed!

You wake up to dreamlike panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and a cup of coffee. The house is architectural and elegant in every way. You walk along the cliffs and bluffs quietly observing aquatic life: a breaching whale, sea lions nestled on the beach below. And you think to yourself… I don’t ever want to leave. Can’t wait to book our return to paradise! Many thanks, Peter
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular ocean view from the house, deck and hot tub

4 couples vacationed here together in early November. We loved the house. The four bedrooms were all very comfortable. Even the loft was spacious, had plenty of privacy, and had an ocean view. We chose this house to rent because of its location (close to the ocean) and we are so glad we did. Ocean view from almost every room. We cooked all meals in - the kitchen was very well equipped - nothing we needed was not there. The walking paths are wonderful. We did a lot of exploring and hiking. We spotted wild mushrooms everywhere - a mushroom forager's paradise. We used the main pool at the Ohlson Recreation Center. It was fantastic. Huge, heated, and empty. We had it all to ourselves. And there's a wonderful redwood sauna. Our favorite thing about John's house was the hot tub. It has sliding walls for privacy, which you can open to see the ocean (and deer passing by). At night, we'd all sit in the hot tub and marvel at the night sky and count the shooting stars we saw, and breathe in that delicious ocean air. We had a wonderful stay and definitely hope to return to Seascape and rent John's house again. And if you're into hiking: a must-do hike is the Russian Gulch Waterfall Loop trail - spectacular. It's just past Mendocino. After the hike, stop in Mendocino for lunch or early dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

FABULOUS!!!

Beautiful, well appointed home. Great views of the ocean and easy access to trails. Owner was extremely responsive and easy to work with. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J., Sewickley, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection on the Bluffs

What a gem this lovely home is… Set right on the bluffs, the serene setting and zen decor of this beautiful house set the mood for a very special family gathering…. The views from the house were so beautiful that we had to force ourselves to get out and further explore the area, which kept surprising with magnificent vistas, beaches, and groves of wind-blown trees. This was a perfect spot to reconnect with family and nature… Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness

classic sea ranch

We had a brief stay with friends but quickly felt relaxed and at home in this beautiful original Sea Ranch home. Best hot tub and view I have ever enjoyed. Foozball in the garage was a plus for teens
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

My friends and I visit Sea Ranch annually and sure enjoyed our stay this year in this beautiful home. Just loved the ocean views from each room and all that Sea Ranch had to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana W., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Sea Ranch Weekend

Our family including kids (2 & 5), and grandparents, had a wonderful weekend stay at Sea Ranch. John was so incredibly helpful at the time of booking and all the way through the end of our stay. We enjoyed our daily walks around Sea Ranch - including one of the playgrounds on-site (near a Seal preserve!). We enjoyed an afternoon swim on one of the days at the Moonraker pool. We also enjoyed all of the meals we cooked in the kitchen - we brought up many groceries but enjoyed filling in the gaps at The Surf store in Gualala. We hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay, Wonderful Property!

I loved my stay and can't wait to come back. The house is well-maintained, perfectly outfitted, and extremely comfortable. It's obvious that John and his family love the home and take great care of it. The deck is perfect for soaking up the sun. And then there's the location -- privacy, amazing ocean views, soothing ocean sounds, and frequent deer visits. Just sublime.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita G., Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea Ranch Beauty

Beautiful original Sea Ranch house. Well equipped and comfortable. We really enjoyed the view from the spacious deck. Would definitely return to this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Family Vacation

Vista Del Mar is a magical place where one can experience living on the ocean’s edge. Sea breezes, ocean waves, and salty air set the mood. Chasing waves, building sand castles, collecting small treasures are only part of the experience. Walking the bluffs or hiking the forest trails do not disappoint. The house is perfect. The kitchen equipment is excellent, the window seats and beds are comfy. The entire experience is not to be missed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness

I’d love to go again!

The location is incredible, literally right at the water. It’s layout was perfect and big enough for everyone to enjoy. One of the best part of this home was the kitchen was fully stocked with every kitchen equipment/utensil imaginable. We loved staying here and would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and great location

This is a beautifully designed and built house and it is very well maintained. Everything works well - hot tub, wifi , kitchen
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Sea Ranch

We enjoyed a wonderful long weekend over Mother’s Day. A+ experience all around. Oceanfront location and sunset views were amazing (the hot tub view!). Comfortable space for all, each room has a stunning view. Master suite and hot tub were fabulous. Kitchen well equipped. Great booking, check-in/out process. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene holiday

Clean, beautifully maintained property with sweeping ocean views. Good location within ranch by bluff trail. Uncluttered with just enough interesting personal objects, books, games to feel like home rather than a generic rental. Kitchen well-equipped, real fireplace, great hot tub, comfortable beds, plenty of towels etc. Charming window seats for reading, working on laptop (good wifi!), staring out to sea. Large deck for grilling and amazing sunsets. Owner very responsive and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

elena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea Ranch Perfection

This property was perfect in every way. The location, the setup, and most of all the hot tub with the panoramic views of the ocean. We will definitely be returning in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vista Del Mar

This property is even better than the online description. This is one that we will definitely want to return to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in great location

Excellent location with nearby ocean front view through big picture windows. Great master bedroom and bathroom with ocean view and very comfortable bed but no closet, only a short wardrobe; other two bedrooms are in a separate wing with one bathroom for the two bedrooms. Everything works well, the heat is specially efficient and fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Agata B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

The property is beautiful and well designed with large deck and Hottub that offers views and privacy in the same time. Kitchen was well equipped so we were able to enjoy beautiful meals. We would definitely book it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., Palm Springs, CA,, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly vistas and beautiful home

A magical stay in a beautiful spot. John, the owner is incredibly responsive and very pleasant
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter C., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Sea Ranch Experience

My overall review is short: This is an excellent place--hard to imagine anyone who wants to stay in Sea Ranch not having a great experience. My notes for others on this house (to try and be helpful): Sea Ranch, as a whole, is one of the most lovely getaway spots anywhere. The drive up CA1 is worth the time alone, and the ocean-side houses and long meandering trails are the perfect way to relax. John has a great place right in the middle of Sea Ranch, and nicely close to the rec center/pool. It’s a great combination of functional along with that indescribable 70s era funkiness that I really enjoy. We had three generations sleep there for Christmas, and everyone was comfortable the whole time. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of dishes/flatware as well as cook pots/pans/implements/spices, the couches and chairs are very comfortable, and there are more bed/sleeping combinations possible with the upper level loft than is apparent at first blush. Additionally, the sheets and blankets on the beds are very comfortable, helping even the lighter sleepers in our crew stay blissfully asleep. This feels much more like a beloved family vacation house, used by grandparents and many little kids alike (check out the pile of games in the bedroom closet), than a sterile purpose-purchased and appointed Airbnb. I would go back anytime. The only pointer for others—bring a bag of ice (and a meal for your first night) from the Stewart’s Point store or the Gualala Surf Market on your way in, so you can enjoy a cocktail at sunset your first night; as well-appointed as the kitchen is, there is no food to make a meal on check-in (including no cooking oil, coffee, ketchup, and other fridge dwelling condiments). Overall, I was very impressed with the house, and would absolutely stay here again. Jon was very communicative about setting expectations, check-in, and progress, and we tried to be as respectful as possible of his very lovely home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rudiger W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility by the Sea

Clean, well maintained, fully stocked kitchen, private, close to ocean surf, far from nearest neighbors. Great place to relax, go for walks along the ocean, enjoy eclectic food in Gualala, watch the deer play and the seals lounge. Truly a restful, rejuvenating experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Constance and John N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Wonderful location, house, experience. w
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Amazing views with ocean sounds

Great location near the ocean and walking trails. Clean house and host was very attentive and wanted to make sure we had everything we needed. Outdoor deck area was great for hanging out and could sit in the hot tub with a view of the ocean. You could hear the waves from the house :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Peaceful and Private Sonoma Coast Home

Recently, I had the privilege of staying at Vista Del Mar on the Sonoma Coast, and the experience far-exceeded my expectations. Being from Seattle, I am accustomed to staying at world-class homes and resorts in the Pacific Northwest for both pleasure and business. I have never stayed at a nicer place than Vista Del Mar in over 30 years. The location at Sea Ranch is beautiful, private, and very peaceful. The home is stunning and has everything one would want or need during a stay. It is in immaculate shape and the listing photos accurately reflect the appearance and amenities. On one of the days at Vista Del Mar, our group played golf at Sea Ranch Golf Links. Though I had planned to play, I chose to spend my time sitting on the deck and enjoyed quiet time watching the ocean until the golfers returned for hot tub and cocktail time. The owner was very helpful and gave me a great deal of information about the entire area which contributed to an excellent whole experience. I would strongly recommend this property to anyone, feel it is a good value, and plan to return again in early 2013 for a family reunion. My thanks to the owner for an absolutely delightful experience! Mahalo!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018