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Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4143 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi

Audubon House

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Behold the magnificent ocean and meadow views of the Sea Ranch when you escape to this beautiful two-bedroom home, a spacious and dog-friendly retreat that offers an ocean-facing deck, a private tree-lined patio and hot tub, and wonderful access to nearby beaches and trails. Conveniently located five miles south of Gualala's restaurants, art galleries, and grocery stores, this two-level home is scenically situated on the ocean side of California Highway 1. You'll be just steps from the Bluff Trail that runs between Black Point and Gualala Point Regional Park, less than one mile from the tide pools of Shell Beach, and less than two miles from Walk On Beach.

Thanks to both an open living area and private sleeping quarters, this home is ideal for couples' vacations and family getaways to one of the most stunning stretches of the Northern California Coast. The interior living area was thoughtfully placed on the second floor, allowing guests to enjoy sweeping views at every turn. Read an engrossing novel from the comfort of the leather sofa as you watch for whale spouts on the water. With granite countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dishwasher for your convenience, the full kitchen provides ample space to prepare meals. You'll find plenty of seating around the dining room table, as well as a flatscreen cable TV and DVD player in the living room for after-dinner movie nights. But why eat indoors when you have a spectacular outdoor deck that overlooks the ocean and meadow? Prepare fresh local seafood on the gas grill, enjoy evening meals around the patio table, and watch the spectacular sunset as you share a bottle of local Pinot Noir. The tree-lined patio offers guests a wonderful sense of privacy, and is the perfect place to soak in the hot tub or let your dogs stretch their legs. Please be advised, however, that there is a two-dog maximum.


And as you spend your days jogging along the Bluff Trail or strolling the length of Walk On Beach, you'll always have a private washer and dryer to come home to, as well as WiFi for your added convenience. Swimming pools and tennis courts are also available at the Sea Ranch Del Mar, Ohlson, and Moonraker Recreation Centers. Whether you're hoping to explore the great Northern California outdoors or planning a weekend of quiet relaxation, Sea Ranch manages to offer it all. You can watch passing grey whales, harbor seals, and California sea lions from the nearby Bluff Trail, or head less than four miles north to play 18 holes at the Sea Ranch Golf Links. Guests can also explore this majestic region by car, as the 54-mile stretch of Highway 1 north to Mendocino is one of the loveliest drives in the state.

Things to Know
Free WiFi

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1536 sq ft (143 sq m)

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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 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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 is also known as

5283

About the neighborhood

Map
Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Shell Beach - 17 min walk
  • Walk On Beach - 4 min drive
  • Pebble Beach - 4 min drive
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 5 min drive
  • Gualala River - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Black Door Mexican Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trinks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shell Beach and Sea Ranch Chapel. Seal Rookery and Tide Pool Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Dog-Friendly Home with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Ocean Views, Two Decks & WiFi Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Beautiful and comfortable Sea Ranch home. Very close to the Bluff Trail access and Shell Beach. Very nice coastal views from the deck and the living area and kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan K., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms.
Lovely very comfortable home in my favorite area at Sea Ranch. Kitchen, bathrooms well equipped. I did not use the hot tub so I can’t speak to that. My only complaint is that even though the house was clean, the baseboards and especially under the beds was very dusty. I spent a lot of time sneezing and itching eyes when getting into bed. I dropped and item of clothing near the bed and when I looked under it to retrieve my item I could see a very heavy dust collection
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
The house’s position perched up high offers incredible views not only of the ocean but for star gazing. The place is very clean. It has everything you need. The linens on the beds could use a refresh, but other than that it’s a great spot. This has nothing to do with the house, but I do wish the management company Vacasa would offer more than one towel per guest. It cheapens the experience and the towels are thin and rough. Just my two cents but nicer towels and a couple extra would take the stay to a different level. We are super active while at Sea Ranch and take multiple showers. Nothing worse than using a damp towel post warm shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Rsnch stay
Enjoyed house, location and both living room and bedrooms. Only complaint. Branches hanging down on entry stairs and doorway. Needs a Gardner. But rest was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., Foster City, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful serene setting
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely home with windows offering a panoramic view of the ocean and the meadows. The house is across the street from an entrance to the bluff trail - an easy beautiful walk. The house has lots of great reading, comfy reading chairs, puzzles, and games.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T., Pleasanton, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House!
Loved the layout of the house! The views were great! Lots of natural light, very comfortable, nice to have 2 master suites. The only complaint we had is that I had to wash the sliding glass doors as they were very dirty (all 4 of them). Bring extra bath towels with you. They had 1 per person for the whole time there. Would I come back here? Definitely!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

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Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing..
Arrived cold and tired to find the code given for the front door does not work. Apparently the door lock needs a battery or other maintenance? Took several minutes with 4 people standing at the door to get someone on the phone (India?) to give us a code for an adjacent lock box containing an actual key. So now we have 4 adults and 1 key. Handles & knobs for all kitchen cabinets are sticky, there are ants, clearly an ongoing problem but the traps are full of dead ants and still they keep coming. There is a black moldly strip growing on the back of the kitchen sink at the back splash. The sad cookware/bakeware is covered in burnt on grease. Used a piece of foil as there was nothing to clean a pan with, in order to remove old food so we could cook some eggs. The new looking dishwasher has a broken lower rack which does not function properly. The drinking glasses are not clean. The knives don’t cut. The inside of many cabinets are gross as is the under sink cabinet which smells pretty disgusting. I would not consider this a “well equipped kitchen” under the most limited definition even for those who don’t really cook. The freezer isn’t clean. Scatter rugs are visibly not clean and most have no backs so are also slippery. The one in front of the stove we immediately slipped on, folded up & put out of the way for the duration. At least one bath rug appears to have been used outside and was filthy. Upon making an attempt to get heat we found the furnace smells strongly of propane gas and the furnace filter is plugged up. Cleaned the filter but afraid to go to sleep with any heat running in case it really IS leaking gas and outside temps are mid 40’s. The listing clearly states there is a BBQ available, when we called regarding its lack of ignition were told its not in the listing as an amenity. This listing above clearly states there IS a BBQ further stating that it is “private”. We brought expensive meat to make a nice dinner for our guests, and ended up going out and freezing the meat to take home. THE HOT TUB is disgusting, while it seemed hot, upon lifting the cover the area is so filthy no one was tempted to touch it or get in. Hair dryer bag in one bedroom was empty when we arrived. The night before leaving did some dishes and after pulling the plug the entire kitchen sink full of water ended up on the floor when the plumbing underneath the sink literally fell apart..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Quiet
The house was clean and spacious, nicely furnished and with very comfortable beds. Ocean views, also many beautiful birds. My family and I enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We've stayed at this house a few times and will continue to return. It has everything that we need ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
great views
we called this house "the light box" because it was surrounded by glass windows with wonderful views. walkable to the beach, lovely location. downstairs bedrooms were chilly but we figured out to put the heat on anyway even though it was warm upstairs. we did have ants swarm our plate of homemade scones left not he counter overnight on a plate covered with a plastic bag. kitchen had everything we needed. would have been nice to have window covering for dining table both for views and glare. we did a puzzle there and had to quit during peak glare/heat. overall, a lovely home and a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view...
...but the windows needed to be washed. Linens, bathrooms and kitchen very clean, but greasy spots on the woodwork near door handles and on the banisters was not so pleasant. The place needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Very peaceful and well situated
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Spent 6 glorious days in his lovely home. It was light and bright with tons of windows to enjoy the views. Lots of stairs but we live in a 2 story house so that's was OK. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

jama s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views from every window
We enjoyed our stay views from every window.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Candace B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bright and airy - great views
Beautiful views of both the ocean and the hills to the southeast. The hedgerow behind the house shades the house from the intense afternoon heat. The reverse floor plan feels spacious and comfortable, but the stairs are a bother for the elderly or people with bad knees. The beds were firm and comfortable. The bathrooms have been updated but the decor in the living room and dining could use some help. Everything was in working order. The dishwasher needs to be run on the "tough" setting otherwise the cups and dishes are not clean. The house is very close to the trails along the bluffs. We enjoyed lots of hikes. Wish we had brought our bikes. We did not receive an email from Vacasa with check-in information. I called the morning of our reservation and was given the lock box number and the address for the local office. We went to the address and it was a construction company and hardware store. No sign of Vacasa. I called the main office again. The lady there called the local office. You need to drive on a side street and then it is behind the hardware store. They need a sign. The house was clean upon our arrival EXCEPT for a filthy dining room table and place mates AND lots of long black hair in the shower. Yuch! Also, no towel in the upstairs bathroom and only one towel and wash cloth per guest for a week long stay. Is that Vacasa or the cleaning crew? Overall, a wonderful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cosmin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Property beautiful, as described, practical, in prime location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Shannon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
Love the grounds and location of these houses. Stars were BEAUTIFUL! Only 2 nit picks regarding the Audobon house - thought it was ocean front (it has a view, but not what I thought) and the sugar ants. So. Many. Ants. Do not leave food out on the counter, on a table, or generally anywhere inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

esther p.

Great house with a few issues
This was a great sized home for our family of 3. It had 2 large bedrooms downstairs and a nice open concept living/dining space upstairs. The living room had views of the ocean in the distance and had beautiful light streaming through from the large windows. The house is also right across the "street" from the bluff trail which had AMAZING views of the ocean - this trail was a highlight of our trip. Overall, it was a great place to relax. A few minor things to note before renting - 1. There is an ant issue in the kitchen by the window above the sink. We had an open bag of marshmallows overnight and there was a swarm of ants all inside the bag and on the countertop the next morning. They were definitely coming through a few cracks in the wall by the window. 2. The outside chairs were not cleaned at all and there were cobwebs all over the chairs. 3. This is a dog friendly home and the rug upstairs definitely had pet hair so hopefully the cleaners do a better job vacuuming there. 4. There are limited towels so we had to email and ask for more clean towels. 5. If you book this place for the community pools, please note that guests/renters are NOT allowed to use then during this SIP time. Even though we had passes (that you have to drive to the Vacasa office to pick up), we were turned away at the center and they said that Vacasa should know about this and alert their renters. Despite the inconveniences above, we did have a very nice time but would probably rent another home next time that has closer views of the ocean. We also emailed Vacasa about the above (except for the pool issue because we went to the pool on our third day) within 24 hours of checking in and they delivered towels on the third day and cleaned the cobwebs on the 4th day
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Putting 2019 to rest
Washer and dryer are too old and need to be replaced. Although a king sheet set easily fit in the dryer, the set immediately rolled into a tight, small lump that would never dry. We had to give up and leave them for housekeeping to — dry one by one?!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home, lovely view!
We loved this house and will be back. Spent a rainy weekend in the comfy chairs, next to the fire, reading good books. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Great place in a perfect location. Our only complaint is that the hot tub wasn't working for our entire stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele A., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great property for families, very clean which we completely appreciated! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this House!
This house is beautiful and has a well stocked kitchen with a south facing ocean view. Love the owner's nature inspired art, and this place feels like a home, not a rental. Great location - close to many beaches. The only drawback could be all the stairs, but it wasn't a problem for us. There's a gated area, so it's perfect for a dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Lea T.

Beautiful place
Quiet and tranquil
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Beautiful house, well maintained, sweet views
Lovely stay, very spacious, great hot tub, 2 ensuite main bedrooms well separated. Happily stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018