Touch the Tides - Sonoma Coast getaway with ocean views, wood stove & private deck

Perched on the bluffs where the Sonoma Coast meets the sky, this home delivers drama. Your deck is a front-row seat to the Pacific. Warm up in the community sauna after a brisk beach walk. Room for 4 in this 2-bedroom home. Just a 9-minute walk to Shell Beach tidepools. Leave the city behind -- the only agenda here is yours. The ever-changing ocean light fills the home, from golden mornings to fiery sunsets. Clear autumn nights here deliver some of the best stargazing on the California coast.

Ideally situated for outdoor enthusiasts, this classic Sea Ranch retreat sits near several spectacular beaches where you can lounge on the sand and enjoy the coastal scenery. You’ll also find the architecturally striking Sea Ranch Chapel, Sea Ranch Golf Links, and the tide pools and scenic trails of Salt Point State Park all within 10 miles of your door. Lounge in the living area with its natural wood walls and lofty ceilings where you can get a fire going in the wood stove and take in the view through the many expansive windows. The well-equipped, full kitchen offers a complete suite of stainless steel appliances, while resulting meals can be enjoyed together at the nearby dining table or alfresco on your furnished patio.

If you're craving a little friendly competition, this home includes a foosball table and a mini Ping-Pong game, while a variety of board games stand ready for family game nights. Not to mention, over at the Sea Ranch: Ohlson Recreation Center (located just a little over a mile away), you and your guests will enjoy access to a heated pool, tennis courts, and a sauna (at Sea Ranch rec centers).

OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside to the deck -- your front-row seat for Pacific sunsets and, in season, migrating gray whales.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Choose from 2 bedrooms. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 4.

PROPERTY AMENITIES
-- 2 bedrooms, 1 bath

COMMUNITY AMENITIES (at Sea Ranch recreation centers)
-- Heated pools and saunas (at Del Mar, Moonraker, and Ohlson rec centers)
-- Tennis and pickleball courts (at rec centers)
-- Miles of coastal bluff trails

You will have full access to the entire home and all its amenities during your stay. Driveway parking is available at the property. Detailed check-in instructions, including the door code, will be provided prior to your arrival. As a guest, you also have access to Sea Ranch community amenities including the pools, tennis courts, fitness center, and miles of trails. A recreation pass will be provided.

Welcome to The Sea Ranch -- ten miles of rugged Sonoma coastline where modern architecture and wild nature exist in harmony. Nearby highlights include Shell Beach tidepools (9-minute walk), The Sea Ranch Lodge restaurant, lounge and café (11-minute walk), Black Point headland trails (3-minute drive). Explore over Sea Ranch's 50 miles of trails, discover tidepools at low tide, swim in heated community pools, and end the day with dinner at The Sea Ranch Lodge. Gualala is a quick 10-minute drive south for groceries, dining, and fuel. For a scenic outing, Jenner and Bodega Bay are further down Highway 1.

Sea Ranch is located on the Sonoma Coast, approximately 2.5 hours north of San Francisco via Highway 101 to Highway 1. The closest airport is Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa, about 1.5 hours east. A car is essential for exploring the area. The scenic drive along Highway 1 is part of the experience.

Sea Ranch has three recreation centers with heated pools, saunas, and tennis courts. Access passes are provided with your stay -- check availability upon arrival as these shared amenities can be popular during peak times.

Exterior lighting is minimal by design to preserve the stunning dark sky -- bring a flashlight for evening walks and enjoy some of the best stargazing on the California coast.

December through April is whale season. You may spot gray whales breaching right from the bluff trail nearby. Wildflower season (April-June) transforms the coastal bluffs into a tapestry of color -- worth an extra walk on the trails. Summer offers long days and warm afternoons, though the iconic Sonoma Coast fog often rolls in at sunrise and clears by noon.

Cell service can be spotty along the coast. The home has WiFi for staying connected.

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.