Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
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Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
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Office
Outdoor play area
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Dining area
About this property
BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING!
If you instant book please be sure to read the house and/or pet rules!
Would you enjoy the cozy pampered feeling of an inn but prefer the privacy, convenience and space of a home? Welcome to 'Bay Canyon View'. Our goal is to provide a relaxing stay in a beautiful environment with all the conveniences of home and more.
This beautifully remodeled coastal cutie is perfect for one or two couples (and comfortably sleeps 5 adults) who want to enjoy a comfortable and relaxing retreat. This spacious 1500 sq ft remodeled home has an open floor plan with unique tree captioned views of the the tip of north end of Bodega Bay (water is most visible from spa patio and bedroom). Bay View's decor is best described as sophisticated beach, with artwork from Sonoma Coast artists throughout the home! The home's layout allows you to visit with guests in the large updated kitchen, living/dining room, bar area, and sun room while enjoying the view of the trees surrounding the bay.
There are 2 beautifully decorated bedrooms, with queen size beds with heated mattresses. There is a spacious main bathroom with soaking tub/shower combo. private access from both bedrooms, a large granite vanity, and heated towel rack! A cozy double bed with a memory foam mattress provides additional space for an extra guest or two, and a great place to relax and enjoy the view or watch streaming movies on the 55 inch flat screen TV.
A second full bathroom, dressing area (for guests sleeping in main living area), and laundry is conveniently located off the main living space. This area also contains a large desk area with a handy electronics charging station and printer.
The 10 foot glass mosaic topped bar opens the spacious kitchen up to the 500 sq foot great room. It provides a fun place to sit and visit with the chef(s) in your group, while you enjoy a glass of Sonoma Coast wine. If you like to cook as a group this is the kitchen for you (large enough and with plenty of counter space for everyone to be cooking at the same time).
Relax in our enclosed sunroom that leads outside to the 450 square foot 2 level deck and large sunny wind-protected fully fenced yard. Here you will find patio furniture, a gas BBQ, garden with extra dining table, and newer Sundance spa with patio.
“Bay View” has a rare peek- a-boo view of the tip of the north end of Bodega Bay (through a valley captioned with redwoods and cypress trees) and the road to Bodega Head. The view changes constantly with boats heading out to sea during the day and returning home at night. In the evening the view is softly illuminated by fishing boats and local inns. On a clear night the sky is filled with stars to enjoy while relaxing in the spa.
Centrally located, the 'Bay View House' sits on ¼ acre at the north end of the town of Bodega Bay. Located close to the Ocean, the Bay, and Town our location provides convenience while still providing privacy and solitude. We are less than 5 minutes from almost everything Bodega Bay has to offer (ocean beaches, trails, restaurants & shops, wine tasting, horseback riding, charter boats, the bay, and Bodega Head for whale watching! There are many things to explore both on foot and by car. Sonoma County opened Chanselor Ranch, the 378 acre reserve with amazing coastal views open to the public ( located 1/2 mile from our house). Whether you spend the day exploring or just relaxing, you are sure to enjoy our cozy coastal retreat.
Guests using Instant Book must speak to the owner within 24 hours to provide all guest names and contract specifics. Guests with pets or small children please be sure to read house rules & provide info for prior approval. We always respond promptly (usually within an hour). Please insure you have included the correct number of guests (both adults and children).
Pet rules: Maximum 2 Dogs. $75 per dog per stay. pet rules: Never allowed on any furniture (including beds). Must take dogs with you when leaving the home. Must be on flea and tick prevention at least one week prior to arrival. No Barkers!
All guests to be at the house during your stay must be listed at the time of booking. Anyone not listed on the contract is not allowed at the house. Having additional guests or pets without prior approval can result in forfeiture of your entire damage deposit. Exceptions only with prior approval. This helps us maintain a quiet neighborhood and compliance with county rules.
PLEASE NOTE THAT SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY. THIS INCLUDES OUTDOOR AREAS!
Sonoma County Vacation Rental Code requirements: Total Maximum occupancy of 6 guests. Maximum of 3 vehicles (including boats) Sonoma County Quiet hours of 9pm-7am NO parties or outdoor amplified sound allowed Sonoma County Occupancy Permit: 1059N Vacation rental license: LIC24-1306
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Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 Dogs Max-must 1st accept pet rules -$75 per dog
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed anywhere on property!
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Children: Children are Welcome. You must Inquire before booking with small children. Children under 13 years of age are not allowed in hot tub.
Only number of people listed on booking request at time of booking are allowed in home. Additional people require prior approval. Limit 5 people max
Well behaved w/prior approval. Never on furniture or beds. Must be on flea/tick prevention. Dogs can Never be left at house alone. No bad barkers!
Important information
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Property Registration Number LIC24-1306
Property # 409607vb
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
Note from host: Must include total number of guests when booking !
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Bodega Bay
Located in Bodega Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. Children's Bell Tower and Potter Schoolhouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cayman Practice Range and Bodega Harbour Golf Links. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Is BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! ?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$713, 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 BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is BAY CANYON VIEW-CHARMING SINGLE LEVEL HOME- FENCED YARD + SPA-NEAR EVERYTHING! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Sonoma Coast State Park and Bodega Dunes. Bodega Bay Heritage Gallery and Children's Bell Tower are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful and comfortable stay at the Bayview house. The house was nicely decorated, clean, very well stocked and organized. The kitchen is a dream for the cooks in our group, and everything was in good working order. The setting and home made for a lovely stay. There are clear instructions for everything, so there there wasn’t much of a need to reach out, but even when we did need something, it was easy to get direction from the host. The host is very thoughtful. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Julie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2026
Thank you ! So glad you enjoyed your New Years stay. Gad you enjoyed the house and location! Our housekeepers are the best :).
This is the cleanest vacation house I have ever rented :). Janice takes excellent care of the house and property. Very convenient location, well appointed house with plenty of room for our family of 5 w/2 small dogs.
Ashley B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thank you! we love our spot and try our best to make your stay comfortable and cozy !
Wonderful property and very well maintaned and decorated. Perfect for a relaxing vacation and the host is great to work with. This was our second stay and we've never had an issue. Great fenced back yard if you bring your dogs. Very comfortable and stocked. Nice view.
Marcia M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Marcia,
Thank you for returning to Bay View! Return guests are our best compliment ! So glad you enjoy the house and our location too.
This home was excellent in all ways! Clean, modern, easy check in and great communication with host. Location made easy access to everything. We had our dog with us and the back yard was perfect for her.We are already looking at the calendar to book again!
Sandra C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
So glad you loved the house and location! Return guests are the biggest recommendation and compliment ! Looking forward to your return. Janice
We had a great visit. The house was in perfect shape and met all of our needs and expectations. The hot tub and easy access to the beach make this home an ideal vacation spot.
Eric L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thanks Eric! Glad you enjoyed the house and the location. We are fortunate to have such a convenient yet peaceful location.
This home has it all! It is clear the owners have lovingly maintained their home. We felt comfortable and relaxed throughout our stay. We enjoyed the proximity to the beaches and small market and stores. There are a lot of nooks to enjoy some solitude. We especially enjoyed the sunroom with a view of the bay. Great communication with Janice. We would stay again!
Becky D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for the kind review. So glad you enjoyed all our cozy spots to relax and our convenient location. We look forward to your return.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Deedra J.
21 Feb 2017
Terrific place and very nice owner!
The house was very comfortable and welcoming. Close to a delish Mexican restaurant! Yard was perfect for our 2 small dogs.
Deedra J.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thanks Deedra for being such great guests!
We were lucky to find a location where we could have such a large fenced yard (rarity at the coast). We also love our convenient location near several great restaurants and beaches. Glad you enjoyed the house and location
From the moment we walked in, we could see that the owner took great care to make their home comfortable for guests. It was in a great part of Bodega Bay and easy to get anywhere you wanted to go. There is a hiking trail right out the door. I’m so glad I found this house. I hope to be back one day.
J M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
So glad you enjoyed the house and the location ! We are fortunate to have such easy access to the Coastal Prairie Trail. We look forward to your return.
The Bay View House has been a fantastic place to stay. The house itself was beautiful and spacious, the perfect place to unwind and relax in, with a phenomenal TV to watch stuff on, and perfectly working utilities and amenities. The backyard was also wonderful, with wide open spaces and a great hot tub to soak in after a busy day. The crowning jewel of this place, however, was the beautiful view of the bay itself, surrounded by an abundance of trees and the cool ocean breeze, the perfect place to find tranquility and peace. Overall, a fantastic place to stay while visiting the coast.
Patricia G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Patricia ,
So happy you enjoyed our place and our unique location. The tree filled canyon provides a relaxing and peaceful view with a peek of the water. We look forward to your return !
Very clean, well equipped kitchen, great location, hot tub with a view, comfortable beds, a bottle of local wine from the host as a Welcome surprise! It's paradise in Bodega Bay and we'd love to come back.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thanks you! So glad you loved your stay & look forward to your return. Janice
This is a beautiful rental with much thought put into the art work, the lighting, the comfortable seating --- we loved our weekend at Bay View house. It's close to a path through the Dunes and to a wonderful beach at Salmon Creek.
Susan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay & were able to take advantage of the Coastal Prairie trail to the beach!
Thank you! I was glad to hear you had great stay and that you enjoyed the house. Glad you loved our cute place.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
7 Jan 2014
Great house
Perfect house for a getaway, clean, all of the amenities of home and tastefully decorated. Located just seconds from the ocean and the harbor which you can see from the deck and living room. Would definitely recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thanks! We enjoy watching the boats coming in and out of the bay from the house both day and night and the short drive to the beach also!
This property was all that the pictures indicated and then some! It was exceptionally clean, and I feel the housekeeper is to be congratulated, as well as the owner. We've stayed at several houses at both Bodega Bay and Sea Ranch, and this one was the best.
Pat R.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you for the wonderful recommendation. Wow, "best" leaves me speechless! We strive to make our home cozy and clean. Glad you enjoyed it!
Everything we needed at the property and everything we wanted to do nearby (hiking within walking distance and other activities with a short drive). Property was very dog friendly, easily accommodated 3 adults, was comfortable and easy.
joann b.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you! Glad you like the house and location. Thank you also for your messages that the house was beautiful!
The house had everything we needed to enjoy a family Thanksgiving away from home. The kitchen was very well stocked, clean and spacious. We spent a lot of time watching football on the excellent big screen television and enjoying the enclosed backyard with our son’s dog. The location was convenient to the town and quiet at night. Thanks to Janice for everything.
Oscar L.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2024
Thanks Oscar! So glad you enjoyed your stay. Our kitchen is great for groups to cook in! Glad you enjoyed the house and location! Extra special since you traveled from Texas to be with family.
Much needed and we have nothing to say but rave reviews. Seamless, comfortable, easy and fun. Thankyou Janice! Drakes was awesome for dinner. Thankyou for the referral.
Rane C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2025
So glad you loved the Bay View! I knew you hadn’t had a vacation in sometime and was hoping we met all your expectations. So glad you enjoyed the house and your stay!
About the host
Hosted by Janice
Coming to the Sonoma Coast every year for the past 25 years I dreamed of someday calling this amazing area home. In 2004 I decided it was time to focus on my dream. So after watching the area real estate listings diligently for the next 7 years (for just the right fit) it finally happened . Christmas Eve 2010 we decided to pack up the dog and take a road trip to check out the home as soon as it was listed. It was in total disrepair from years of neglect. The outside of the house from the roof down was rotten. The inside was better, but required much work. I loved the layout and location of the home. I have always loved interior design and decorating in addition to any kind of DIY activities (both structural and creative)...and we decided to accept the challenge. 10 years of work and a lot of weekends later... The Bay View is a cozy coastal retreat. The home has given me a place to both be creative and relax while escaping the Sacramento Valley heat. It has been a true labor of love.
Why they chose this property
We love the Sonomoa Coast! When we found the Bay View House (in spite of its condition at the time) we fell in love with the convenient central location and the open floor plan that enables you to visit and enjoy the view from the entire living area. The house is just a few minutes from town and restaurants, the Sonoma Coast Beaches and Bodega Head (our favorite place to go) We also loved the large 1/4 acre yard (which we fenced in!) and of course the hillside peek-a-boo view of the bay that is framed by trees and a small valley (providing constant changing scenery, including night time activity of boats returning from sea). So many things close by (yet the location is peaceful): Within a few minutes are restaurants, trails, Bodega Bay, Bodega Head (whale watching), Bodega Habour Golf Course, Porto Bodega (charter boats), Chanslor Ranch (ocean view horseback rides), Doran Beach, and entrance to the beautiful Sonoma Coast State Park (comprised of 15 miles of sandy beaches). Getting to the beach or bayside is a 20-30 minute walk (3 minute drive). The Children’s Bell Tower, Coastal Prairie Trail to Salmon Creek Beach, and Bodega Dunes are also only a few minute walk from the house.
What makes this property unique
Large 1/4 acre fully fenced yard (a rarity at the coast). One of our favorite features was a pleasant surprise...the temperature/weather relative to the position of the home! Bay View is located in a micro-climate (known as the sun belt) which is often clear even when the coast and bay are foggy. Additionally, the position of the home allows the yard protection from the chilly ocean winds. The yard is often sunny, and the temperature can vary 10-20 degrees from the front to the back of the house! The sun heats the home through the large windows on chilly days!...But if it is too warm, simply open the front windows and the ocean breezes quickly cool the home. Eco-friendly heating and cooling! We often escape the fog banks, but are still close enough to hear the ocean waves and sea lions play in the distance in the evening.
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