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Stunning ocean views with a private stairway to the beach!

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view to North off deck
Salmon fishing boats
Marine layer rolling in
Amazing sky gazing
photo off deck looking south
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Gualala, CA
  • Popular LocationSea Ranch Golf Links9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowling Ball Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationWalk On Beach14 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

master

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

back

Toilet · Outdoor shower

master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Stunning ocean views with a private stairway to the beach!

This is a cozy eclectic cottage with stunning panoramic ocean views of Anchor Bay Beach from living room, dining area, master bedroom, and bathroom. It features a private stairway to the beach! Watch whales from the living/dining room, bedroom, deck and hot tub, see Osprey dive into the waters, relax as Pelicans glide over the waves, listen to the distant sea lions from across the ridge, and let the soothing sounds of the waves lull you to sleep.

The home is a 1/3 mile walk to the town of Anchor Bay where there is a grocery store with plenty of healthy/organic foods, and an excellent Thai restaurant. The town of Gualala is 4 miles away with more grocery shopping, a lovely bakery/coffee-shop (Trinks, their carrot cake is out of this world!), art galleries, and restaurants. And there is plenty of coastal hiking in the area including Bowling Ball Beach, Point Arena Light House, and Sea Ranch trails. Go a bit further, and in 45 minutes be in the lovely and historic town of Mendocino. Enjoy the boutique stores, fine dinning, and galleries in this ocean-side haven.

This home has been in the family for over 30 years. It is truly a magical retreat. Walk into the living and dining area and you have immediate panoramic Pacific Ocean views, and this continues to the Master Bed and Bath Rooms. The Master Bedroom has a very comfortable queen size Tempur-Pedic mattress. It has an adjoining bathroom with shower and walk in closet. You will not be disappointed by the view you wake up to! The second bedroom also has partial ocean views and has 2 twin beds and a 1/2 bathroom. The kitchen is well stocked with updated pots, pans, and dish-wear. It has newer gas stove, refrigerator, and washer/dryer. There is an open living-room/dining-room with a sliding glass door to the deck. The living room has a wood burning fireplace, two swivel chairs to better enjoy the view! There is a modest flat screen TV with satellite channels.

Anchor Bay is the stunning jewel of the Sonoma -Mendicino coast. Out of the "10 Best Beaches of the Pacific West" was rated the 3rd best beach by Sunset Magazines June 2, 2009 issue ,after #1 Laguna Beach and #2 "Aliomanu Kauai, come see it for yourself!

Watch the parade of California Gray Whales March through May from the comfort of swivel chairs through the bay window, most whales and spouts seen in 1 day 347!!

Anchor bay offers the salmon fishing fleets a calm and tranquil nighttime anchorage during salmon season, (May through October) watch the mesmerizing lights from the bay window, a peaceful and rare sight. Most ships in the bay 57 in one night!

8/05/2022 Extra special treat is the "nightly show" of dozens of salmon fishing boats, anchored in the calm waters of Anchor Bay, resting during the summer evening with their mast lights gleaming, being reflected in the ocean waters of the present salmon fishing season. No where else along the Pacific coast can this spectacular event be seen! One to be long remembered.

Property manager

Piper Smith

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Lost keys $50/ $100 lost gate remote.
weight limit on stairs to beach 275 pounds per person
House is delicate , open window, sliding glass door and screen gently. Please read all operational instructions in folder at the home on arrival.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Gualala

Located in Gualala, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at B. Bryan Preserve and Manchester State Park, while Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery and Alinder Gallery of Photography are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gualala, CA

What's nearby

  • Gualala Bluff Trail - 7 min drive
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 9 min drive
  • Schooner Gulch State Beach - 9 min drive
  • Bowling Ball Beach - 10 min drive
  • Walk On Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gualala Seafood Shack - 6 min drive
  • Trinks - 7 min drive
  • The Black Door Mexican Cuisine - 5 min drive
  • St Orres - 3 min drive
  • Blue Canoe Coffee & Tea - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning ocean views with a private stairway to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Airdri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Relaxing
This is an ideal location if you are looking to disconnect and unwind. We had everything we needed to recharge: views, whales, hot tub, rainbows, stars. A very special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home with the great view.
The view was amazing, which was the main reason we rented the place. ! The home was well equipped, and the up to date appliances worked well. Had some issues with the toilets but they did work. Streaming tv services were spotty but I am sure because of the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn W., Orinda, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing birthdays
We loved exploring around Gualala and when it rained there was nothing better than sitting in the living room sipping hot chocolate watching the huge storms come in off the Pacific while reading a book. Thank you for making our stay so nice. PS. The biscottis were an excellent touch!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenna p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Childhood friends girls weekend at beautiful Anchor Bay
A perfect place to relax, reconnect with friends, and enjoy the beautiful Mendocino and Sonoma Coast. Thanks Piper for sharing your little slice of heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We had a great time. Wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Piper Smith

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