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Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub

Vacation home in Sea Ranch with kitchen and balcony

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At Shining Sea, enjoy expansive ocean views from every room of this spacious retreat. Unwind by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, or relax in the private hot tub under starry skies.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub

Summary:

Welcome to your Sea Ranch retreat! This 3-bedroom house sleeps up to 6 and features calming sea views, a private hot tub, and easy access to trails, beaches, and Sea Ranch recreation centers.



The Space:

The main living areas are made for unwinding—play board games, cue up a movie on the DVD player, or turn on the stereo for a laid-back evening. Step outside to the enclosed deck for a soak in the private hot tub, then gather around the outdoor seating or fire up the BBQ grill for dinner. A garden/backyard adds a touch of greenery and space to enjoy the fresh ocean air.



The primary bedroom includes a TV with streaming and DVD, plus a desk if you need to check in with work. You’ll also have convenient touches like an onsite EV charger to keep your adventures going, and access to Sea Ranch’s communal pools and tennis courts when you want to get active.





What You’ll Love (Features)

• Near the ocean with sea views

• Private hot tub on an enclosed deck

• Access to Sea Ranch recreation centers with outdoor pools, locker rooms, half-basketball court, and tennis courts (see Important Things to Note for reservations and details)

• Expansive Sea Ranch amenities: 50+ miles of trails and 6 public beach access points

• Easy outings: Gualala Point Regional Park and Del Mar Landing State Marine Reserve nearby

• Parking for up to 2 vehicles

• EV charger onsite

• Outdoor BBQ grill plus outdoor seating

• Stereo system, board games, and a TV with streaming/DVD in the primary bedroom

• Desk/workspace in the primary bedroom



Layout (Sleeping Arrangements & Bathrooms)

• Bedroom 1 (Primary): California King bed, sleeps 2; TV with streaming and DVD; desk/workspace; ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and spacious vanity; private exit to deck and hot tub

• Bedroom 2: Queen bed, sleeps 2; shares nearby hall bath

• Bedroom 3: Two Twin beds, sleeps 2; shares nearby hall bath

Bathrooms:

• Bathroom 1 (Ensuite to Primary): Walk-in shower and large vanity

• Bathroom 2 (Hall): Standalone shower and vanity

• Bathroom 3 (Separate “salle de bain”): Full tub with overhead shower





Important Things to Note

• Parking: Maximum of 2 cars. Sea Ranch does not allow overnight street parking. No RVs, trailers, or mobile homes are allowed.

• Sea Ranch amenities: Guest access is available to the community’s recreation centers (outdoor pools, tennis courts, and more). Facility reservations for pool and tennis are made via the Sea Ranch Association website. • Amenities vary by center.

• WiFi and cell service: Due to the remote coastal location, speed and reliability can vary and are not guaranteed.

• Stairs: Stairs are required in this home.

• Pets: This home is not pet friendly.

• Check in is at 4:00 PM and checkout is at 10:00 AM. We cannot guarantee or approve early check in or late checkout requests in advance.

• We recommend considering travel insurance, just in case any unexpected changes come up. We do stick to our cancellation policy and want to make sure you're covered!

• We provide bedding, towels and a small starter set of essentials to help get you settled. Feel free to message us for details on what’s included.

• Salt, pepper, and cooking oil are not provided unless otherwise noted.



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Getting Around:

• Trails and beaches are open; Sea Ranch offers a 50-mile trail system and 6 public beach access points.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,195 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is in the city center and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and Tide Pool Beach, while Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery and Gualala Arts Center are cultural highlights. Visit our Sea Ranch travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Cowell Ranch beach with ocean waves near Half Moon Bay on the California coast. Beautiful scenery, concept of rest, vacation, tourism
    Walk On Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sea Ranch Chapel
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seal Rookery
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tide Pool Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shell Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Restaurants

  • The Café
    8 min drive
  • The Dining Room
    8 min drive
  • Trinks Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Vue Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Gualala Seafood Shack
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub located?

Located in the heart of Sea Ranch, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tide Pool Beach, Seal Rookery, and Shell Beach. Sea Ranch Chapel and Stengel Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Shining Sea | Close to Beach | Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayo W.

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

Perfect for a family vacation

This house was a luxurious amount of space for our family of 5. The children enjoyed the nice view out of their bedrooms and the hot tub as well. The kitchen and the game closet were very well stocked. One unexpected thing was that the upstairs living space/kitchen got really warm. Had I known I would have packed more lighter clothes, but overall it was an awesome stay. The location/vicinity to the beach and the park worked out really well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAT Y.

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

shining sea

great house for families....
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

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

Great location

Great house with all a family needs for a comfortable stay. Easy check in and out. Very clean and well equipped. Nice short walk to shell beach, which is great for kids. Nice hot tub with amazing views of the stars at night. We had no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

AndyGracie’s M.

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

Shining Sea House is a shining example of Sea Ranch at its best

This property is a gem! I hate to give it such a good review because then everyone will want to stay here. Shining Sea house is the cleanest, tidiest, most well stocked house we've ever been in (and we've been staying in SR for over 40 years)! The owners clearly care about this property and their guests because everything was in good working order and there are games, puzzles, books and movies to entertain if needed. But the views are spectacular and the location is prime (right in the middle of Sea Ranch and walking distance to our favorite beach AND the park)! We cannot say enough positive things about this place. We will definitely be back if its available!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

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

Perfection

Our stay at this amazing home was nothing short of amazing! I have never rented a house with a more stocked kitchen. Everything you can imagine is available from spices, teas, appliances etc. each room was clean and comfortable. The master bed is a memory foam which was a wonderful surprise. The hot tub was excellent too! I would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colman C.

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

Great place!

Well cared for home with a lot of nice details. Short walk to the beach. Great for families!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

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

Perfect for multi family getaway

Annual trip with group of friends from high school. House was perfect for our group, and close to other rentals where friends stayed. Beautiful view of ocean from the top floor, and a short walk down to the beach. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Peaceful and clean.

Lovely property. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R.

Stunning!

It was the best vacation rental we have ever stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Beautiful relaxing stay

My friends and I wanted a girls' weekend away. We had a lovely time in this beautiful home, enjoyed the hot tub and went for long walks along the ocean bluff. The architecture and surrounding beauty of Sea Ranch were exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

We had a Awesome weekend! Felt like we were at our second home

Easy hassle free experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Sea View

Nice property, well appointed. Served our family well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evan O.

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

Great, spacious house in an awesome area

5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ilse L.

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

Fabulous house in a great location

We had a wonderful and well-needed vacation. The house has a great location - quiet and private yet so close to hiking trails, beach, biking, etc. We used the hot tub daily, and the kids loved the closet filled with games and puzzles! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joen T.

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

Shining Sea Stunner

Beautiful and well appointed home with gorgeous ocean views. Will definitely book again! Thank you Shining Sea!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Sheep Views

Lovely home
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angélica I.

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

Perfect Sea Ranch Getaway

Had an amazing time at this property. Kitchen was fully stocked with what we needed to make meals, everything’s was clean inside and we enjoyed the well stocked game and puzzle closet. The only thing that could be improved upon was some animal droppings on the upper deck that were there when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great house!

It was a great property. Just one little snag - the shower in the primary bedroom didn’t have any hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ninaiado

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

Anniversary

It was first time for us staying at the Searanch and we loved it.House was great.Kitchen had every little gadget that we need.Overall great house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

don l.

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

Shining sea rental

Very nice property within walking distance of the ocean. Only problem was a faulty washing machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Great place

Enjoyed our stay in this sunlight filled, well equipped home. Great location, best equipped kitchen we’ve ever had in many years of renting at Sea Ranch. Disappointed that only outdoor deck with view had absolutely no lounging furniture or dining table. Need to get on that pronto!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Desiree P.

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

Excellent place

The house was beautiful! Well stocked and amazingly remodeled kitchen. Lots of attention to details, well labeled drawers for kitchen items. Rooms were cozy and relaxing. Love the multi level floor plan especially with kids. Great game cabinets. Love that all the tvs had clear instructions on how to use and had streaming for movies. Easy walk to the beach. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Etta A.

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

Beach Get Away

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely sea ranch home. The house was clean and my children loved seeing all of the wildlife around us. My only suggestion would be to get a baby gate at the top of the stairs to make the home more family friendly. We were constantly worried about the steap stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

2018 Started our Amazing!

Very nice. Clean close to the beach and very comfortable. Being recent victims of three Tubbs Fire we enjoyed starting 2018 there. My only complaint was living room searing was limited. Game closet amazing and hot tub was wonderful. Weather was perfect it was a well needed vacation! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was our second time at this property. Awesome kitchen and living room, dining area. Hot tub on the ready. Gets cold at night particularly the master bedroom and bath. Close to Shell Beach, trails and Gualala and Ohlson recreation center. Sea Ranch Lodge is newly open which is a great place to have a meal, stop at the cafe or shop. Two Fish bakery at Stewart’s Point is awesome too.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022