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Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design. provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design.

Tin Roof / Unit 24, Lot 109. This is one of Obie Bowman's AIA gems. The main house and guest house share a large, landscaped courtyard, complete with patio furniture and gas BBQ. The main house also offers a gourmet kitchen where more than one cook can give a hand. The floor plan is open between the kitchen, dining and living, so all can enjoy the wide ocean views by day and the ambience of the gas fireplace at night. The primary bedroom is up a long shallow staircase and enjoys a soaking tub with jets and separate step-down shower. The expansive, light-filled primary bedroom and bath are open to the great room living space below. A half bath is off the kitchen.
The guest house has 2 bedrooms on separate levels, each with their own half bath in bedroom, and a shared shower in the hall. Towels and sheets are provided. Free WIFI is available. Children over 12 ok. 1 dog allowed. Garage not accessible for renters.

SEA RANCH AND SONOMA COUNTY GUIDELINES
Drones are strictly prohibited in The Sea Ranch.
Quiet hours must be observed between 9pm and 7am every day.
No outdoor amplified sound is allowed at any time day or night.
Dogs must be leashed and cannot be left unattended.
Maximum number of vehicles at house shall be 3 (three), parked in driveway. NO RV's.
Maximum occupancy is 6 for this home.

Sonoma County Permits
TOT # 3908N
Rental License # LIC24-1093

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Turn off heaters, stove burners and oven DO NOT START SELF CLEANING OVEN

Lower window blinds/shades If applicable, close skylight windows

Turn off TV and all other audio equipment

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and Shell Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sea Ranch Golf Links. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Sea Ranch travel guide
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Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Shell Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seal Rookery
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tide Pool Beach
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sea Ranch Chapel
    2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Stengel Beach
    5 min drive - 4.2 km

Restaurants

  • The Café
    8 min drive
  • The Dining Room
    8 min drive
  • Trinks Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Vue Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Cove Azul Bar & Grill
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Located near Shell Beach and tidepools. Award-winning Obie Bowman design. located?

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

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann B.

Wonderful home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experience at this unique and special home. We highly recommend it - some highlights include: the view!, the well-stocked kitchen, the cool architecture!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Perfect Sea Ranch weekend

Tin Roof is a perfect stay showing both the style and ascetic of a Sea Ranch home. Great design and style. Well appointed kitchen thats ready for cooks. Loved the spaces indoors and out. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Amazing stay at a beautiful property

We loved our recent stay with friends, family and our pups. The architecture and location of the house are amazing, close to oceanfront trails and unimpeded views of the ocean. We loved to gaze at the ocean and view wildlife from the living room. But what was best was the incredible vibe that we felt. The house was so welcoming. We could tell that the owners love this house and love having visitors enjoy it. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Spring Break Get-a-way

Great house! Very comfortable and clean. The kitchen was well stocked. Nice and quiet, as it is located off the highway. Beautiful ocean and meadow views from every room and window. Loved the architecture of the house as well. We have already booked our next visit to “Tin Roof”.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary G.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and unusual architecture

We loved the house and the location. The Sea Ranch is a wonderful area to stay, and the community is used to short term visitors so everyone is very friendly, as long as you play by the rules and are respectful of others. For those who want a place to be loud and have their dogs and kids run free, I’d recommend another community.The facilities at the lodge are so nice, and the restaurant is fantastic. One thing I’d do differently next time is that I’d plane for more time on the property. There are so many things to do, you could spend a week there and never get bored.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Happily Returned to Tin Roof

The is was a three week retreat at Sea Ranch and second time at Tin Roof. We love the location with views of the ocean and wildlife (deer, fox, and birds)that roam the bluff. The house is spacious and comfortable with a large, well stocked kitchen. We love to cook and had most of our meals at home. The appliances take a bit of getting used to and could, at some point, be replaced. Our niece stopped by for a couple of days and loved the separate quest quarters. The bed was a bit hard and creaky? The courtyard was beautiful and private. Tin Roof has everything needed and more to enjoy a wonderful Sea Ranch vacation. We have already booked our next trip to Tin Roof.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert K.

A Beautiful House but . .

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: An amazing and well-stocked kitchen, but the oven was inexplicable, the stove was cumbersome to light and keep on low and the coffee pot was crusted with years of use. The master bedroom open to the kitchen is not for everyone. The guest house does not work for two couples as every noise travels up and down stairs. The blocks in the courtyard are uncomfortable to walk across bare foot. The dead plans in pots and the dead tree at the entrance should be removed, as should the Chlordane, Malathion and Roundup in the shed. The dining and living room areas are light and delightful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Style and Substance

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful. As others have mentioned, the layout is not for everyone, though it worked well for us with our two older teenagers sleeping in (and enjoying) the guest house. The outside is unique style, the inside is lots of substance. One continually notices some new feature or artwork, and everything is very nice. The most well-stocked kitchen we've encountered here (20+ yrs)...and it might not be close. So many surprises; sharing two here, the rest to be discovered - lots of (incl dimmered) lighting, and (though we prefer wood as a rare treat) the gas fireplace is the best we've seen. Re: dogs, the (nice, colorful, and roomy) courtyard is enclosed but - for awareness though not an inconvenience - it's a low (~2ft) wall on the ocean side, where you will sit for hours for that view. We went in with reasonably high expectations, having been aware of this house for 25 years and seeing the pictures, and still left pleasantly surprised. Beach Rentals was, as usual, fantastic and responsive.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hal C.

Tin Roof

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, if not a little strange in the layout. I would not have a problem staying this home again. Beautiful views out of the windows.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Wonderful Stay at a Unique Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We truly enjoyed this beautiful property. A few suggestions for the future: Moore hand and face towels in the main house, a spray nozzle on the kitchen sink, check the pipe under the kitchen sink. The pipe under the small sink was loose and leaked. We are handy and were able to repair it With simple tools on hand.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend in sea ranch

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sea ranch rental office welcomed us so nicely! They gave us mini flash lites and gave our dog a treat. It was so nice to check in with them. They are so nice there. The house was exactly as it is described. The beds were comfortable. We could be at the beach in less than ten minutes. The last day is rained. So we put on the fireplace and checked out the awesome library of books in the house! Great assortment!We played cards too. The large windows let you see the whales and deer crossing! And maybe a raccoon!You can tell that the owners take special care of their home and we tried to treat it like it was our own home too. We will be back. ❤️
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

Tin Roof

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: See below
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

claudia w.

really fun and interesting house.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My Husband and I had a really good time in this unusual house. The outdoor deck area has a great view and we had all of our meals outside while viewing the ocean, you do however need shoes when walking on that surface. The house is a very open floor plan, so if you are trying to sleep and someone is in the kitchen, it can be a little noisy. The appliances are a little complicated but we managed. Beach Rentals ,as always, were very helpful and friendly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and place. Neat to have two buildings for larger groups. Large kitchen and shared area.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korbin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and layout. So close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was absolutely amazing, very clean and comfortable everything you would want in a place away from your home. We enjoyed fishing off the dock the three days we were there. The host was great, thank you for allowing us to stay at your vrbo, we are looking forward to renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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

Wonderful house

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

Tin Roof is Wonderful!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: See below.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was lovely and clean. The garden was perfect for our little dog. He loved running around sniffing every plant. I wish I’d had about a week or more to relax there myself. We didn't use the guest house but we looked at it and it’s very sweet! I love the gas fireplace so much. Excellent chef’s kitchen. Bed was very comfortable! The only thing missing is a stereo system, soundbar or something similar for music. Wide view of water across a short meadow.
Guido in front of the bedroom window.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

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

Tin Roof magic

What an incredible place in such and incredible setting. Unique, serene, and beautiful. Quail families that visited us every morning made our day!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

louise j.

Sea Ranch

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our family time at the Tin Roof. The expansive ocean views were unexpected and appreciated. .The house is designed perfectly to bring the outdoors in. The courtyard was full of lovely plants and perfect for our little dogs. It was clean and we had everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joan u.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025