This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Shell Beach and Sea Ranch Chapel. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views
Just Bluffing
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The Bluff Trail and the beautiful, rugged shoreline are mere steps from this oceanfront home in Sea Ranch, spectacularly situated an easy stroll from Shell Beach. This is a place to wake up to a view of the ocean and cap your evenings by barbecuing, dining, and watching stunning sunsets outside on the expansive deck.
This multi-level home boasts an enviable oceanfront location close to the midpoint of Sea Ranch, with the Bluff Trail right outside your back door. Shell Beach - a local favorite for tidepooling - is half a mile north and Stengel Beach is less than a mile south. You'll be just over a mile from the Ohlson Recreation Center and its heated outdoor pool, saunas, and tennis courts. Small-town Gualala's markets, galleries, and conveniences are only five miles north as well.
Enter by way of a private, sheltered courtyard to be greeted by a living space with lofty ceilings, details of richly hued wood, and a back wall of picture windows framing the ocean and open meadow. Curl up in the window seat with a good book and the gas fireplace flickering, use the telescope to glimpse passing seals and whales, and set up a favorite board game at the dining room table.
The kitchen is uniquely equipped for family holidays and special get-togethers, offering a wealth of cooking and baking tools that include double ovens and a six-burner gas stove. There's a gas grill and an outdoor dining area on the deck overlooking the ocean, and an inviting den back inside where you can watch DVDs late into the night.
All of the bedrooms have views of the ocean, each in its own wing of the house. Additional features include complimentary WiFi and a private washer/dryer.
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city center
Near a zoo
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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
General
Unit size: 2,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
104920
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Sea Ranch within a short 16-minute walk of Shell Beach. You'll also find Pebble Beach and Sea Ranch Golf Links within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage with a max 3 spaces.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Are there hot tubs at Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views?
No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will 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 at Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views?
Yes, every accommodation at Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.
Oceanfront home near Shell Beach & Bluff Trail with pools, deck, & great views Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Heidi P.
Jun 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great! Not the best layout for a party of 8. Very nice house, private location and great view
Heidi P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris T.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Chris T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
2/10 Terrible
Meera S.
May 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Meera S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bex W.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place
The house was fabulous! Well located, gorgeous and well stocked. We had a little problem with garbage that was left but they property owner took care of it when I reported it. Also, using the pool was confusing- and the people there were very rude. But other than those small details, the house was divine and we had a lovely family thanksgiving.
Bex W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Mark S.
Nov 25, 2023
Sea Ranch Vacation
Positives: overall, the layout is very accommodating. It was very comfortable for seven adults and two children. The view was very good. We enjoyed our stay.
Kitchen: the kitchen was well stocked. It has everything that you would ever need for meal preparation.
Laundry: they did supply laundry detergent, and that was helpful.
Negatives:
Master bedroom: this was a disappointment. The mattress was hard and not comfortable. The pillows were horrible. They were double size pillows that were hard and difficult to use. Most of us would like one pillow for our head and another to put between the knees or one to hug. This was not possible. My suggestion is to buy different pillows.
There were not enough pillows and blankets for the pull out sofa bed. That was disappointing.
Cleanliness: overall the place is very clean, but there were cobwebs all over the place and dead spiders.
There was only one Kleenex box for the entire unit.
There were no instructions to explain how to operate the gas, fire pit, or the outdoor gas grill. Also, the inside fireplace was not operational. The manual indicated that garbage was supposed to be picked up on Wednesday. It was not picked up. Animals got into the garbage on several nights and spread it over the driveway.