[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf Vacation home in Sea Ranch with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21658800/21658712/ecb78345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21658800/21658712/7c6899da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21658800/21658712/ec6380c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21658800/21658712/eba4de3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21658800/21658712/be8e2253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Find serenity at Whale Tales, a two-bedroom Sea Ranch home nestled near the ninth hole of the Sea Ranch Golf Links. With private patio views of the ocean, access to community pools and saunas, and an ideal location for golfing and hiking on Bluff Trail. 8.2 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62058 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf Whale Tales Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Find rest, relaxation, and unbounded natural beauty at this two-bedroom Sea Ranch home, where you'll have a private patio with views of the ocean, access to the community's swimming pools and saunas, and an ideal location a few steps from the golf course and the Bluff Trail. This airy, single-level home sits on the ninth hole of the Sea Ranch Golf Links, offering guests immediate access to the Salal Trail, the Del Mar Meadow Trail, and the oceanfront Bluff Trail. You'll be one mile south of the beach and whale-watching spots at Gualala Point Regional Park, two miles north of Walk On Beach, and two miles south of the galleries, shops, and markets in downtown Gualala. An ideal escape for a romantic getaway, a couples' retreat, or a family with grown children, this home is also just one mile from the Del Mar Recreation Center, where you'll find a heated outdoor pool, saunas, and two tennis courts. Step into the foyer to be greeted by lofty exposed beam ceilings, tile floors, and a beautiful chandelier that adds a sense of occasion to your trip. This entryway opens into a bright and modern living room, where you'll find two sitting areas with plush sofas, soft white carpeting, a chinoiserie screen, and even a baby grand piano to provide a soothing vacation soundtrack. Grab a newspaper at the Surf Market in town each morning, and relax as the morning fog retreats. Plug your iPhone into the sound dock, use the free WiFi to stream your favorite playlist, or choose a book from the shelves and savor the morning quiet. Move into the full kitchen to grind some fresh coffee beans, heat up the waffle iron, and get a head start on a delicious homemade breakfast. This well-equipped space has a center island, two sinks, and appliances that include a stainless steel refrigerator, double ovens, and a dishwasher. Sit down to eat at the dining table for six, and open the surrounding glass doors to let in the crisp ocean breeze. Take a morning stroll along the Bluff Trail in search of whale spouts, and return home to soak in the sunshine on the patio. This wrap-around space offers lounge seating and gorgeous views of the ocean below, as well as a gas grill and a small table for casual lunchtime barbecues and al fresco dinners. Grab your bathing suits from the private washer/dryer and spend an afternoon or two swimming and playing tennis at the Del Mar Recreation Center. Back at home, you can relax in the living room as you catch a baseball game on cable or choose a DVD from the library to enjoy on the flatscreen TV and Blu-ray player. With two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this Sea Ranch home will sleep as many as six guests (but it is more comfortably furnished for four). The sunny primary bedroom features a king-size bed, doors that open to the outdoor space, and a private bathroom with a tub, a stall shower, and a bidet. You'll find a full-size bed in the guest room, as well as a queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room. Additional amenities include one more bathroom with a shower, a study with vintage couches and a small collection of books, and a landline phone for local calls (as cell phone service can be spotty in the area). As one of the best-kept secrets in Northern California, Sea Ranch is a community of architectural wonder, incredible natural scenery, and complete and utter tranquility. Fill your days with long walks on the Bluff Trail, rounds of golf at the neighboring Sea Ranch Golf Links, and a bit of whale-watching at Gualala Point Regional Park just one mile north. Watch harbor seals play in the cove at Walk On Beach, or head a bit further south to admire the sea life in the tide pools at Shell Beach. Looking to explore some more of the Northern California Coast? Walk the streets of Gualala to peruse the eclectic galleries and restaurants, or catch an unforgettable sunset at the Point Arena Lighthouse 21 miles north up California Highway 1. Experience the majesty of Sea Ranch at any and every time of year - reserve your memorable stay today! \*Please note that this home is not recommended for children under the age of 12. Thanks! THINGS TO KNOW Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! 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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free internet ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Piano - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - 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 - Heated pool - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ### General - Unit size: 2,058 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111720000/111714300/111714299/bf18de08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Incredible Sea Ranch Escape for 6, w/ Ocean Trail! 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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 9717 ## About the area Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gualala Point Regional Park and Gualala River, while Alinder Gallery of Photography and Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like wildlife walks. [Visit our Sea Ranch travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sea-Ranch.dx183016) [View more Vacation homes in Sea Ranch](https://www.expedia.ca/Sea-Ranch-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183016-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.74832%2C-123.51736&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LelhkDDO48mMsEs-jLohx4Q8kUM=) Sea Ranch, CA ### What's nearby - Sea Ranch Golf Links - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Gualala River - 3 min drive - 1.5 km - Walk On Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km - Gualala Point Regional Park - 7 min drive - 1.8 km - Shell Beach - 8 min drive - 7.4 km ### Getting around - Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 126 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Trinks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min drive - ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cove Azul Bar An Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala River. Gualala Point Regional Park and Gualala Bluff Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bright home w/ patio, ocean views & shared pools - steps to Bluff Trail & Golf Reviews 8.2 ### Very good 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 37 8 - Good 42 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Karen S. Oct 23, 2024 #### Spacious & Great Views! Lovely home to relax in with family & friends! ##### Karen S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer B. Jul 16, 2025 #### Nice house in good location We liked this house very much. The main room is incredibly spacious and the grand piano a treat. Nice views of blue water and trees. Kitchen was well equipped, including spices. It feels like someone actually uses it, unlike some other houses that feel lifeless. It is in quite good shape, not "worn out" like some reviewers have complained. (Remember, it's a home not a hotel.) Only drawbacks were early checkout time and just-adequate bed in small second bedroom. The location is perfect, and we'd return and recommend it without hesitation. We have been visiting Sea Ranch for many years, decades in fact. ##### Jennifer B. ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly B. May 2, 2025 Liked: Location, listing accuracy #### Dated but comfy Great location. Comfortable layout. Good views and good access to trails. Very dated in furnishings. New flooring needed, sliders very difficult to open. Second bedroom bed poor. ##### Kimberly B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Claire H. Jul 6, 2024 #### Good value great location, lots of wildlife and costal access. ##### Claire H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sergio S. Dec 28, 2023 #### Good stay ! Close to the walking trail, close to the golf, good space and layout ##### Sergio S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful quiet location Comfortable, quiet, everything worked well. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Karlyn W. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Pleasant enough Interior looks like a movie set. Could be more functional. Most of the furniture is for people with long legs, seats deep from front to back. Had to use pillows from bedroom for back support for my short legs. Loved the huge tree outside, and deer and fox in the yard. ##### Karlyn W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Pete P. Jul 15, 2023 #### great location loved the views we had. comfortable bed and well stocked kitchen. new couch was also very comfortable! ##### Pete P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol B. May 17, 2024 #### Gorgeous home! Nice spacious home, very comfortable, with lots of windows and beautiful views. We would have liked to stay longer! ##### Carol B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Skip W. Jan 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy #### Great Location The structure and location are great. Well equipped. Lighting could use improvement. ##### Skip W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Korri O. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Will stay again for 1-2 nights! Fantastic location, great kitchen, views! …would love to see new mattresses. King bed is okay, the full in the guest room needs updating to quality queen. Pull out sofa is what you would expect. We’ll stay here again ##### Korri O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Patrick B. Jun 20, 2024 #### A great house in which to chill in Sea Ranch Having not stayed in Sea Ranch for many years, it was great to go back and stay in such a lovely home. Large open plan living area with a well appointed kitchen and outside space to soak up the sun (and some afternoon wind at this time of the year!). Huge, master bedroom and bathroom. Smaller second bedroom but still very nice. New pool and recreation area close to the house (4 min drive). Great walks directly from the house. ##### Patrick B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Matthew T. Jul 1, 2024 #### Had a great time! We had a great time at Whale Tales. The house has a great view of ocean and we saw deer every day from the comfort of the living room. It's a short walk to the coastal bluff trails. I enjoyed the Salal trail. It's nice trail for a windy day. The house is also a very short drive to the beaches and town. The house can be a little dim at night, some of the contents could use upgrading, and the bathroom layouts were a little quirky but nothing that would prevent us from returning during our next stay at the sea ranch. ##### Matthew T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Michael S. Mar 31, 2024 #### Quirky but I love it Lightning needs to be improved and set up in second bathroom is odd with door opening right into toilet. But, great location, lots of space, and easy access to trails, golf course, and ocean make it pretty perfect for us. ##### Michael S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### William I. May 24, 2024 #### Disappointed Great location. Nice layout. Bed very uncomfortable. All lights at front door didn't work. Entry after dark very difficult with NO LIGHTING. ##### William I. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jody B. Jul 3, 2023 #### Whale Tales The living room/kitchen areas were beautiful and had spectacular views. We saw many animals. Very nice. The 2nd bedroom was listed as a queen bed - it was only a full size. We had to trade off sleeping on the couch. A queen for the 2nd bedroom should definitely be added. ##### Jody B. ### 8/10 Good #### Wili S. Apr 14, 2019 #### Rainy Stay We returned to this property that we loved. Although we had a very lovely time, we would like to point out that the ice maker was not working; there was only one burner that was fully working, two were partially working, and one was completely out. We akso found cobwebs in one of the bathrooms. These are minor items that did not really affect our stay but we thought helpful to report. We are already planning our next visit. ##### Wili S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### James W. May 17, 2024 #### A strange place This is a great location but a pretty weird house. It has white carpet basically throughout and it’s a strange layout with lots of unused space in some places and really tight quarters in others (what’s going on with the bathroom where the door opens into the toilet?). The decor is unsettling, the beds are small and/or uncomfortable, a number of broken out of order items: fireplace, front gate, television, outdoor furniture that you basically can’t sit in. All that said, it was very clean and the Vacasa team did a great job with communication and making everything easy. ##### James W. ### 4/10 Poor #### leslie K. Dec 12, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Weird. Curtain in main shower broken so neighbors have clear view…OLD full mattress rather than queen as advertised..When open door to bathroom and it hits the toilet. Have to sit side saddle to use…Toilet paper roll is behind back…Master toilet sits facing an old bidet(?) Very odd…Master shower took almost 10 minutes to get hot water…Master bedroom screen door to patio is laying down, broken…MANY light bulbs don’t work, so it was dark… ##### leslie K. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Richard L., San Francisco Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location; needs updates; badly needs window washing. It was "OK" with positives of proximity to the Bluff Trail and ocean view and closeness to Gualala. However, the furniture is outdated/terrible, particularly the dining room chairs. And the Philips TV and Dish and Blue Tooth had no instructions and virtually impossible to use. A funky front-door key/lock could be greatly simplified and improved. A little gardening could have made the entry way pleasant, and of course a view of the Pacific Ocean through clean windows would be wonderful. Otherwise... Amazing there was not one spoonful of sugar or any oil/vinegar in the entry house, but three (3) large cans of salt. Go figure... ##### Richard L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Cathy S., Roseville California Oct 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location with unusual floor plan Attractive home from the outside and patio was well-located with view of the ocean and golf course. Unusual "feng shui" layout. One bathroom was tiny with the door bumping into the toilet and one bathroom was extremely spacious. The bedrooms were likewise; one very small and one expansive. Unusual no lamps at all in the home with only wall mounted LED minimal lighting. Adults recommended only as there is a large piano and pure white carpeting. Entryway was huge with a crystal chandelier. Kitchen appliances need servicing or upgrade...the cooktop kept turning off and the oven knobs don't all work. The master bedroom bathroom toilet keeps running for 3 to 4 minutes after flushing...also may need service. Otherwise, the home's location offset the unusual layout and questionable kitchen appliances. ##### Cathy S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### chris e. Dec 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View! Love the location of this home, fantastic view and easy access to the trails in the area. Comfortable furnishings and spacious master bedroom and open entertainment area make it very nice! There is a white wall to wall rug in living area which seems unusual for a rental but it was recently cleaned and we were careful! The fireplace isn't available as noted in other commentary, which would have been nice if it had been. The only issue we had was an invasion of tiny ants that raided the kitchen area! Thankfully the management had insect soap spray available and later came with ant traps. It slowed the march but they were persistent until the weather changed. The kitchen was well stocked any pots, pans and whatever. We limited our cooking due to the invasion, plus we were visiting friends in the area anyway. The management team were especially helpful when we locked ourselves out and later when I left something behind. IF it wasn't for the ants this would be a 5 star. ##### chris e. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ronald A. Sep 10, 2024 #### Great location, but don’t book if you have more than four people Location was great, that was essentially the only good thing. We’ve been coming to sea ranch for decades and exhaust all the outdoor activities. When we do come back, we want space, ease and comfort to recoup. You would hope to pick a place that had a little bit more truth to what they advertised, but that’s the gamble of vacation home photos when you commit and we’ll take ownership of that without question. If you don’t care about overall comfort or ease of use in a vacation home, and just want a couple (literally two) beds to sleep in, rent away. Battled ants the whole time, they were present when we showed up. I get they put model furniture in houses sometimes but the “third bed” wasn’t accessible. It was a pull out couch tucked in a corner wasted room aside from storage and a chair, seemed like it was meant to not be used. The guest bathrooms toilet is directly behind the door which opens in, so you can barely open it before it bumps the front of the toilet. Might wanna redo that door and have it open out instead of in. Master bathroom tub looked massive in the photos, not so much in person. False advertising 101. Do better. ##### Ronald A. ### 4/10 Poor #### terry l. Apr 4, 2025 ##### terry l. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey M. May 14, 2024 #### House with great water view House had nice outward facing living area. Nice beds. Hopefully they can fix front door light, and buy some better bath linens. ##### Jeffrey M. 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