Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this property, featuring a double kitchen, three suites, and two additional bedrooms. It is ideal for family retreats. Discover the breathtaking Estero Americano Trail, an unique coastal new hiking experience just a 5-minute walk from your doorstep. This popular trail offers stunning views that will leave you in awe—perfect for nature lovers and sea bird photographers alike. (Don't forget to check out our personal chef and Therapeutic therapy recommendations below).
This freshly renovated, high-tech luxury estate with AC in Bodega Harbour offers spectacular ocean views and accommodates 14 sleeping places (NO bunk beds) including 4 twins. The property features three suites (with bathrooms)—one with a raised floor providing an ocean view—plus two additional bedrooms, totaling 4.5 bathrooms. Among the bedrooms, the theater room doubles as a sleeping area for three. The estate includes a double kitchen and is situated on a spacious triple-sized lot within the Bodega Harbour Country Golf Club, boasting expansive views of the Pacific Ocean.
This unique, multi-level property spans over 3300 sq. ft. and features a dining table that comfortably seats 12 people, providing ample space for everyone to spread out and relax.
The entry level features a Cape Cod suite with a king bed and private bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms that offer access to a large private patio and hot tub. The Garden bedroom includes a king bed and a stand-up desk, while the Theater bedroom is equipped with two chair beds, each converting into a single twin bed and single narrow twin. These two bedrooms share a full bathroom on this level.
The next level houses the expansive double kitchen and dining room, truly accommodating 12 diners (14 diners if you have to), alongside a convenient half bath near the dining area. A few steps up from the dining space is the living room, with a pleasant sun deck. Ascend a few more steps to find the pool table loft and the Hoso suite, which includes a king-size bed and a twin daybed along with a full bathroom.
The Rapunzel suite, situated on the top floor, features its own full bathroom and accommodates four guests with a king-size bed and a queen bed on an elevated platform, accessible by three steps and offering a scenic view. This area can be made private with a sliding wall. The suite also includes a stand-up desk.
Every level has an Ocean view.
Switi Hoso is meant for 12 guests with 14 sleeping space for your convenience.
Short walk to the beaches using ShortTail Gulch trail, and Pinnacle Gulch trail. There is a good Wireless internet, pellet stove, 2 washers 2 dryers, BluRay, microwave, 2 dishwasher, HEPA filters, 2 stand-up desks. A great home for a multi family stay. Check our weekly rates.
Sleeping arrangements: There are 3 suites and 2 bedrooms; Rapuzel suite, 1 king and 1 queen. Hoso suite, 1 King and 1 daybed. Cape Cod suite, 1 King. Garden bedroom, 1 King. Theater bedroom has 1 narrow Twin and 2 chair beds that each opens to single Twins size bed. This gives a total of 9 bed for 14 sleeping places.
The Switi Hoso kitchen is a fully equipped double kitchen featuring 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers, 2 stoves, and 2 refrigerators (one located in the garage), all complemented by a stunning ocean view.
Experience Culinary Delight at Our Vacation Rental? Contract with our personal chef!
Securing a reservation for 12 at a local restaurant can be challenging. Why not elevate your vacation experience with gourmet meals crafted specifically for you? Our vacation rental provides not only comfort and style, but also the luxury of a private chef! Specializing in French, Italian, and select Asian cuisines, our chef excels in everything from à la carte to full plate service. Transform your stay into a "vacation rental with chef" and indulge in culinary excellence right at home.
Personalized Dining: Whether you prefer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options, our chef can accommodate your dietary needs, ensuring every meal is not only delicious but also customized to your preferences.
Expertise in the Switi Hoso Kitchen: With extensive experience in various culinary traditions, our chef will provide you with an exquisite dining experience that rivals top restaurants.
Book Early to Secure Your Spot! Our chef’s calendar fills up quickly, so make sure to contract with her early to guarantee that your vacation includes the ultimate in dining luxury.
Transform your holiday into an extraordinary gastronomic journey. Book your stay now and indulge in the flavors crafted just for you! We include information after your reservation.
Green Statement: 86% self-sufficiency. Switi Hoso’s solar system comprises an 8KW photovoltaic (PV) array with battery backup, effectively mitigating energy consumption. Furthermore, six hot water solar panels store heat in a hot water tank, preheating shower water and heating the residence during the evening. Mini splits are strategically installed in each room, providing both air conditioning during hot summer days and enhanced heating efficiency by 300% in the winter. Notably, Switi Hoso achieved a remarkable 86% self-sufficiency rating last year. In the event of a power outage, a pellet stove serves as a reliable backup heating source.
Technology features: 1) Tesla (NEMA 14-50) charger or Level 2 EV Charger (240 V 32 A) powered by an 8KW solar system. 2) Backup battery for the house against power outages (common in Bodega Bay). 3) High speed internet (100Mbps download) for multiple simultaneous movie streaming and good WiFi coverage of the property. 4) Three large screen TVs all able to provide Netflix and Amazon Prime streaming in 3 rooms simultaneously. The 300 SF surround sound Home Theater room has 2 reclining sofas + 2 chair beds that open to single beds and 1 single bed. With Surround sound this home theater TV have access to movies in addition to Amazon and Netflix.
Because the city water taste on the coast is poor, we added a 5 stage water filter for drinking water.
No pet animals, as the owner has allergies. (HEPA filters throughout the house)
Guest access: Smart Lock. A personal private access code is provided prior to arrival. The code stays active during your stay.
Note: Once you make a reservation, we will send you a link to the contract that summarizes the rules such as no parties, no pets, no smoking, not sublet any part of the house, and HOA and county regulations regarding noise and parking. Please review the contract within 8 hours for any clarification, and return the signed contract at least a week before your reservation with the names of your guests so we can confirm your guest names if security contacts us.
Legal Notice: The property has a front door camera. For the purpose of ensuring your identity and compliance with Sonoma County regulations regarding age and authenticity, a copy of your Guest’s Legal Photo ID (driver’s license or passport) is required upon submission of our booking contract. Sonoma County strictly limits the occupancy of vacation rental premises to 12 guests at any given time. Children under the age of three are exempt from this limit. The additional beds provided are offered for flexibility. Sonoma County has implemented stringent noise regulations, prohibiting the use of amplified sound and enforcing quiet hours from 9 PM to 7 AM. Additionally, the maximum number of vehicles permitted on-site is six. In the event of a declared emergency, guests are required to vacate the premises as soon as a “Voluntary Evacuation Order” is issued. License Information:License Number: LIC25-0341 TOT: 1814N
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Do NOT make the beds! Leave them open so the cleaning team can strips them.
Close the hot tub cover and set temp to 95F.
Close windows shades 80%.
Turn off all the mini splits in each (bed) room
Lock the front door by pressing "#" for 2 seconds.
The paper house manual also has these details.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The community enforces strict outdoor “Daytime and Nighttime” policies, which extend to outdoor voices. Quiet hours are designated from 9 PM to 7 AM.
Important information
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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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1814N
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Bodega Bay
Located in Bodega Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Bodega Bay Heritage Gallery and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Sebastopol Center for the Arts and Rubicon Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Is Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso on 31 May 2026 start from AU$2,024, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dazzling Luxury Ocean views, Hot Tub, Golf, AC, Theater, Chef Options @SwitiHoso located?
This family-friendly Bodega Bay holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bodega Harbour Golf Links, Doran Beach and Links at Bodega Harbour. Cayman Practice Range and Bodega Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Great spot for a family gathering with a well-stocked kitchen and beautiful views.
Stacey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2025
Stacey and friends’ at our Switi Hoso stay: were such great guests, and they left the place in great condition. We’d love to host them again next year!
Loved the property. It was clean and had more than enough room for our group. We had a chef come and cook at the house and the kitchen had everything we needed
My family enjoyed our stay. Beautiful view and plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable. Kitchen is great having double everything made cooking for the holiday fun and easy.thank you
Alexis A.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2024
It was wonderful to have you and your family/friends as guests at Switi Hoso for Thanksgiving. We hope you enjoyed your time and look forward to hosting you again next year. Bodega Bay is truly a fantastic place to spend time. Thank you for letting us know when you checked out; the cleaning team really appreciated it.
House was plenty big enough for our large party. Layout allowed social time together as well as privacy when needed. Everything was clean and well stocked. Would definitely recommend.
We loved this house! It is so well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing and fun vacation. We played ping pong, pool and hot tub and enjoyed all the fun provided in this lovely home. The trails to the beach were a big hit with the kiddos. The views are beautiful from most every room. A perfect house to vacation in and the owner was so easy to communicate with. I give it at 10/10.
We had a lovely Christmas at Switch Hosto. Everything was as described in the listing and the amenities were excellent for a family gathering with lots of cooking and hanging out.
Nina W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being such an excellent guest, and we hope you stay with us again.
Beautiful home. Absolutely stunning views of the ocean from all the rooms. LOVED that house had pool table and separate ping pong table for us adults to enjoy. Owner communication was 100%. VERY easy check in.
My group of friends has been traveling together for almost 20 years, and this was one of the most relaxing + restorative trips yet. Gorgeous property, beautiful weather. and a fantastic kitchen for our large group.
This is a must-stay if like me, your friends are family - and you need a big house to stay together!
Lauren K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had such a relaxing and restorative trip at our property. It's great to know that the kitchen and the house met your needs for a large group. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to hosting you all again in the future!
Our stay at Switi Hoso was wonderful. The photos on VRBO don’t do the home justice. It is beautiful with incredible ocean views and so much natural light. The house was well stocked with everything we needed, and Ward, the property owner, gave us clear instructions and great communication throughout our stay.The kids especially loved the theater room, which gave them their own space to watch movies while the adults relaxed. The bedrooms were large and comfortable with plenty of space for everyone.We had such a great time here and would love to stay again.
Husband and wife, all three kids and 2 spouses, and all four grand kids spent a wonderful week at Switi Hoso. The location is wonderful and the house was perfect for us. The fact that there were two stoves, two dish washers, two refrigerators made it easy for each family to prepare their own meals, The pool table, ping pong table, and loads of games gave plenty of opportunities for small group fun activities. This place is ideal for a relaxing family vacation!
Fantastic property that is ideal for several families with teenagers. Movie room, ping pong, pool table, hot tub, plus a large kitchen with lots of space to spread out to go along with dynamite views. Overall a great place to stay! It was wonderful
Beautiful location, property and home. You can see from the Tomalas Bay inlet to North if the Bodega Head from a good vantage. There is a lot of space to either spread out or hang out in the living room and pool room. The double kitchen was wonderful and made meal prep a breeze. Super easy travel from this central location.
Comfortable, spacious house with large, well equipped kitchen, large dining area and comfortable living room. Worked well for a group of friends having a weekend away. The "theater" room is a bit tight for several people (we had a large group).
We had an amazing time. Everything was clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was there for the kitchen and entertainment. It was a little longer than a 10 minute walk to the beach and my husband with back issues could not make that walk/hike. But the small children made it easily and we enjoyed every minute!
Melanie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Thanks for the review! I’m sorry to hear that the county-maintained trail to the beach was a hassle for your husband. Feel free to reach out to the Sonoma country parks, trail maintenance as I do every year. (I had to remove the parks email as it is against VRBO rules). For next time, there’s a well-maintained asphalt path by the HOA to Duran Beach by ‘The Links at Bodega Harbor’. It’s just a 3-minute drive away, so it’s super easy to get there.
My family and I were celebrating my father in-laws 70th birthday. The house was perfect for the 11 of us and really enjoyed the trails to the beach. We got some good exercise and strength training walking the hills and the trails!! I haven’t been to Bodega in over 11 years so didn’t know what to expect, but we all had a fantastic time kids and adults!! Great location and views!! Highly recommend this home!!
We rented the house for my birthday weekend. There were 12 women. The house had plenty of room for all of us and the kitchen was perfect for cooking for a large group! Communication with Ward was clear and easy…even if I was slow to respond (sorry Ward!).
The house was big to hold our large group but most importantly the host had excellent communication and checked in during our stay multiple times to make sure we were good. The face that there were two of everything in the kitchen was so useful!!
In November, I decided to have our entire family together for the holidays. My husband and I visit the Northern California coast many times so I started my search. Finding the right place with enough bedrooms and bathrooms for 12 people ranging from ages 75 to 7 years of age was my goal.
The picture of the Switi Hoso looked like the perfect place for our family. Because I was looking for the perfect getaway house, I had many questions. Ward alwys replied promptly. He has a very detailed agreement which I appreciate.
The house was perfect for us. The weather was cold and rained most of the days but no one was bored. The indoor activities for all ages was great: Theatre Room with the best 3D glasses, pool table, ping-pong, games & puzzles, hot tub, and places to hide and just relax. Everyone was assigned a meal to cook so the huge kitchen was a real plus. The espresso machine was a treat every morning.
We were lucky, two days the weather let us hike down to the tide pools.
The Switi Hoso is a place to remember. Thank you Ward for sharing your beautiful house with us.
Our family and friends had a wonderful stay in Switi Hoso! This home was made for a multi family visit. The kitchen was thoughtfully layed out for two families to cook simultaneously. Everyone had plenty of room and were comfortable. The ping pong and pool tables provided hours of entertainment for all. We enjoyed seeing quail and deer roam through the yard and across the street from the deck. On day two we noticed an issue with the hot tub, but a quick message to the owner and it was resolved the very next day. Wonderful communication with the host. One suggestion to add to the home would be an all purpose spray cleaner to add to the kitchen.
Great location at the top of the Harbor Bay development with 180 degree views of the ocean & bay. Tons of windows on the property - almost every room has a view. Sitting out on the deck was magical.
Easy walk to both trails down to the beach (shortest one is .5 miles and a bit steep at times).
Well appointed kitchen allowed the 10 of us to prepare and share nearly all of our meals together - double stoves, tons of counter space, all the utensils, pans, bowls, plates, etc. that you'd need -- seems like enough for 25+ people!
Enjoyed the pool table, ping pong, and spa as well as one night in the movie room (with 10 of us in there it got a little stuffy).
Overall, just what we were looking for - a causal, convenient, and scenic spot to reconnect with extended family after a long lapse.
Michael C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Ward Bouwman
Why they chose this property
This is a unique, exceptional and rare designer-home by J. Carson Bowler (1931-2013). There are few home at the California coast with stunning views over Point Reyes National Park and Bodega Bay head. We fell instantly in love and invested to preserve and update house for you and future generations. It would be selfish not to share it. You can learn more at SwitiHoso.com
What makes this property unique
Double kitchen with 3 suites, 2 bedrooms, spectacular ocean views on a triple lot. Theater room, pool table, outdoor spa (or hot tub), espresso, bidet, walks to beach, Golf, Games, real beds (no bunk beds).
Languages:
English, Dutch
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests