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Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Sea Ranch with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Outdoor spa tub
TV, fireplace, stereo

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1616 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sea Ranch, CA
  • Place, Pebble Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Point Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Shell Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sea Ranch

Within a short walk of Stengel Beach, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pebble Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Pebble Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Black Point Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Shell Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Walk On Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trinks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar An Grill - ‬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.

Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub

Summary:
Enjoy the coastal lifestyle at Albatross House.

The Space:
Up to 6 guests can enjoy this 2 bedroom + loft home. This cozy Sea Ranch vacation home features a partial ocean view and a private hot tub. Guests will find themselves in a prime location less than 2 miles away from Stengel Beach.

TOT Certificate # 3732N

The Ohlson Recreation Center is only a 2-minute walk away, with beach access - complete with a large outdoor heated pool, saunas, 3 tennis courts, half-court basketball, and a volleyball court.

Vacationers will enter into the living room which is furnished with newly installed carpeting, comfortable seating options placed around a wood stove fireplace, and a flat-screen Smart TV. Wi-Fi is also provided for your entertainment.

Adjacent to the living room is a well-equipped kitchen. The kitchen has all the appliances needed to aide a chef in whipping up delicious meals. Guests can dine at the built-in breakfast bar with seating for 2, or gather at the dining room table with seating for 6.

Take advantage of the breathtaking scenery of the Sea Ranch by spending time on the deck. The deck is equipped with a gas BBQ alongside outdoor patio tables. This area is perfect for grilling up a meal or sipping on your favorite glass of wine while watching the distant blue ocean. Further on the deck is a secluded hot tub great for unwinding. After a dip in the hot tub, a washer and dryer are assembled inside for any wet swimsuits.

The master bedroom is prepared with a California King bed, Smart TV, and has an attached bathroom. This master bathroom has dual sinks and a walk-in shower. The second bedroom also has a Queen bed and Smart TV. A guest bathroom is available with a spacious vanity and shower/tub combo. Upstairs, a bonus bedroom loft room holds 2 trundle Twin beds (which can be made up into a King bed or left as 2 individual Twins), Smart TV, and a private half bathroom.

Sea Ranch is a planned community with over 3000 acres featuring: The Historic Sea Ranch Chapel, The Sea Ranch lodge (restaurant and shopping), a 50-mile trail system with 6 public beach access points, dog park, and 3 recreation centers with outdoor pools, locker rooms, half-basketball court, and tennis courts (amenities vary with each center) for guest use. RV's, trailers, or mobile homes are strictly not allowed.

The Sea Ranch facility reservations for pool and tennis are available on the Sea Ranch Association website. The trails and beaches are open.

Other Things to Note:
This home is not pet friendly. If there is found evidence of an animal presence during your stay or post check-out, you will be charged additional cleaning fees.

This home will be stocked with a starter set of consumables such as soaps and paper products. Guests are advised to either bring or purchase additional after arrival.

This house is heated by a forced air furnace to all rooms in the house. The wood stove is just for backup heat.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

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
  • Unit size: 1,616 square feet

Policies

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Sea Ranch within a short 11-minute walk of Stengel Beach. You'll also find Pebble Beach and Black Point Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub?

Yes, every accommodation at Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub comes with a balcony.

Albatross House | Ocean View | Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hot tub was warm enough. Kitchen could use more spices; there was only salt and pepper. It also needs aluminum foil and cling wrap for leftovers.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the peace and quiet, view from kitchen, and the recliner. Super to be able to walk from the house to the trails along the ocean bluffs. Clean, comfortable home with great counter space in bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful! Saw deer and foxs in yard is always a bonus at Sea Ranch. The hot tub was hot but we needed to add water and some jets don’t work. I also had little difficulty getting verified which was over looked by me. The host were excellent and walked me tru the process at last minute.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a return visit for us. Everything was just it was the first time. Overall very good. Great house layout for multiple guests and families. Appreciate the large kitchen with well stocked cooking utensils and dining area. Great location on trail and near ocean and recreation center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Stay at Albatross

This is an excellent place in a great location close to the ocean, trails and recreation center (walking distance). The place has a great layout and is as depicted on the website. Kitchen has all appliances and tools needed for preparing home cooked meals. Hot tub on/off button was jammed but can be easily operated via circuit breaker per owner guidance. Remember to bring matches and lighter and fire starter for the pot belly fireplace. Kindling and wood was provided. There is a store nearby in Gualala anyway if you need anything. Windows and doors had screens installed. Overall very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeramie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recharging get away

The listing matches the property. There was only 3 of us. We loved the coziness and it is exactly what we wanted. Quiet and secluded. The beach is a 10 minute walk from the house, and plenty of drivable beaches close by. The mirrors in the master bedroom were awesome. Netflix and other streaming services wete great too. We had a great time. The only thing I would suggest is the hall door to master bedroom needs adjusting. The living room layout. It was perfect for 3 of us but with more it might be difficult to all watch a movie together. It was still perfectly perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Liked: Cleanliness

I love Sea Ranch!

This was a gorgeous house in a perfect location. We loved every minute of our stay there. The hot tub was divine!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls get away

Liked our location, place was a bit dated, needs new blinds and furniture in living room. Staff communication was great and resolved issue we had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pelicans, seals, irises, poppies, bluff walks

Overall a great place, ideal location near rec center and bluff trail. Two complaints: really uncomfortable bed and living room set up for TV watching but not for reading — only one reading light.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margrit M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Great location near the trail. House is sited well. Best for quiet groups. Interior and front door are have a cozy 90s vibe in contrast to theexterior, but the house is well designed. Feels more authentic Sea Ranch than the mansions to the north.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huat Chye L., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for family trip

Albatross House was the perfect size for our extended family group of 4 adults and 2 kids. Location was amazing - the Bluff Trail that leads to spectacular ocean views is literally right behind the house and it was a real treat to be able to go running along this trail every morning. The Sea Ranch library is also nearby, in the Ohlson Ranch House, and we visited regularly. While the house is a little old, it is very clean. The carpet is new and the hot tub and range are newer than shown in the pictures. The hot tub worked well and we used it daily. The kitchen is nicely equipped, but one thing to know is that no consumables are provided, not even coffee or cooking oil. However, it's easy to buy supplies at the supermarkets in Gualala 10 minutes away. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

comfortable, sunny, well located

The house is great. It's close to trails that get you to the bluff, a short walk to the pool, has lots of sunny windows with views and we loved the hot tub and deck. The one thing to keep in mind: bring your own pantry basics. There was salt and pepper but no oil, no sugar etc. Also no alum foil or plastic wrap.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A nice stay in Sea Ranch

My friends and I enjoyed our stay at the Albatross House. The hot tub was nice, fire logs were provided, and it overall met our expectations. Sea Ranch is a love area and we'd love to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful home

All very nice except for the fact that numerous windows did not have screens and we like fresh air. This was a problem, otherwise it was perfect
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter retreat

Property is nice and clean. Close to hiking trails. Great hot tub.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea Ranch getaway

We come every summer to visit with friends who spend the summer in Sea Ranch. The property was perfectly located w beach and pool nearby. The hot tub was nice and we enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyrus H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as expected

Our family of four was perfect for this house. It was clean, had a great view, the sky at night was mesmerizing. So many trails, beaches, pools/spas to choose from. The town of Gualala is magical. Wish we stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

JoAnn D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

This house needs attention.mblinds falling apart, inadequate equipment for fixing/serving meals.

Place felt neglected, dirty blankets, few amenities…1 role of paper towels, broken kitchen equipment, no kindling for the fire,torn furniture, only 3 beds, daughter had to sleep on sofa, deck has rusty old propane tank, and r The leak in the roof flooded the kitchen. For what you charge, shameful. I’ve come tomSea Ranch over 30myesrs, never had such a neglected home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

airen f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Another lovely weekend in Sea Ranch. Beds were comfortable and lots of space in the kitchen. Hot tub was great. Really close to main trail to Bluff trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Isaac T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic Sea Ranch

Architecturally unique development. Great way to experience the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne D., Rocklin, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Escape from the heat

My husband and I stayed at the Albatross house for 5 days and thoroughly enjoyed every amenity the house offered. First, the house is located on the ocean side of State Route 1 where there are many walking trails for a morning walk. Secondly, the house is fully equipped; the kitchen is well stocked for those of you who prefer to eat dinner in while on vacation. Every morning, we enjoy our morning coffee on the patio and be spied upon by deer, sometimes mom and baby or other times, a group of bucks. Third, if you are a golfer, there are many courses…The Sea Ranch Links Course, Little River Golf (about an hour drive north) and Northwoods Golf Course down by Guerneville. Mendocino is just north of Little River; the quiet town is a perfect way to wander through art shops, boutiques, go wine tasting and have lunch. Also Point Arena, a former lighthouse, is also nearby. If you are not familiar with Highway 1, please note the road is winding, but the views are spectacular. Lastly, the hot tub is a splendid perk, a wonderful way to relax after a day of golf or sightseeing. We will certainly return to the Albatross house, especially to escape the valley heat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Sea Ranch House in Great Location

The house is perfect for a small family. We loved being able to walk to the rec center and to the headlands trail. The only downside was the house didn't have some basic cleaning supplies, such as all-purpose spray cleaner or extra dishwasher detergent. (We got one pod for the dishwasher for a 4 night stay.)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location was great! We all enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.

Easy to book just didn’t realize that the key was in town and not at the property. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Tanja D., Corralitos/CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location…..but

The location of the house and the openness of the living space was great. You are next to walking path which is very convenient and we used it every day, even in the rain. We came from Bay Area and had to drive an extra 9 miles into town to retrieve the key and then back. This seemed a bit odd in this day and age where a lock box and code could avoid that inconvenience. For people driving that long windy road, 18 extra miles can be an added pain. No one wants to start their trip home adding 18 unnecessary miles on a windy road. The kitchen was very sparse and offered the bare essentials. Since we prepared all our meals in, this became apparent right away. The wood was not covered so we were not able to use it in the wood burning stove since we arrived in the rain. There was a leak in the roof that puddled on the dining table. Maintenance came and caulked the outside in the middle of the downpour. That was impressive but unfortunately it continued to leak. There was also a wet spot in the floor by the slider that grew as the rain increased. It appears there are some issues of water wicking under the floor. We all resorted to wearing shoes in the house to avoid it. I believe it could use attention. The hot tub was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021