Welcome to your Sea Ranch getaway. This house sleeps up to 10 and offers ocean views with easy access to miles of trails, beaches, and community recreation centers.
The Space:
Settle into a relaxed, coastal home ideal for families or a small group. You’ll have 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and two lofted sleeping areas, plus ocean views from the guest bedroom. The layout encourages together time, with lofts open to the living area below.
Head outside to enjoy a backyard space with seating and an outdoor BBQ grill. When you’re ready to relax inside, you can enjoy some board games. Practical perks include WiFi and an on-site EV charger ( adapter no included - guests must bring their own adapter). Guests also have access to Sea Ranch community amenities, including multiple recreation centers with outdoor pools, walking trails, and beach access points.
What You’ll Love
• Ocean/sea views from the home
• Access to Sea Ranch amenities: 50+ miles of trails, 6 public beach access points, and 3 recreation centers with outdoor pools, locker rooms, half-basketball court, and tennis courts
• EV charger on site ( adapter no included - guests must bring their own adapter)
• Outdoor BBQ grill and seating in the yard
• Board games for low-key nights in
• Two lofted sleeping areas (open to the living room below)
• WiFi provided (service can vary; see Important Things to Note)
Layout (Sleeping Arrangements & Bathrooms)
• Bedroom 1 (Primary): King bed, recessed lighting, large walk-in closet with built-ins, skylight; ensuite bathroom with dual vanity and step-in tile shower under a skylight
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed, showcases an ocean view
• Loft Area 1 (upstairs via circular stairwell): Two twin beds; half-wall openings to the living room below
• Loft Area 2 (upstairs via circular stairwell): Queen bed; half-wall openings to the living room below
• Stairs: The home has stairs, including a circular stairwell to the lofts. The lofted sleeping areas have half-wall openings to the living room below, so sound may carry.
• WiFi/Cell: Due to Sea Ranch’s remote coastal location, WiFi and cell service can be spotty or occasionally unavailable across the area.
• SMART TV available for guest streaming using their own credentials.
• Parking: Parking is available for up to 2 cars. Sea Ranch does not allow overnight street parking. No RVs, trailers, or mobile homes are allowed. Your guest packet (inside the home) includes parking and amenity details.
• Community amenities: Guests have access to Sea Ranch’s trail system, public beach access points, and three recreation centers with outdoor pools and sports courts (amenities vary by center). See the guest packet for maps, passes, and specific instructions.
• Beach access: There are 6 public beach access points within Sea Ranch. Use the provided trail maps and instructions in the guest packet for locations and entry points.
• Pet policy: This home is not pet friendly. If evidence of an animal is found during or after your stay, an additional cleaning fee will apply.
• EV charging: An EV charger is available on site. ( adapter no included - guests must bring their own adapter)
• 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.
TOT Cert# 2851N
Getting Around:
Within about 5 minutes of 261 Whale Bone Reach in Sea Ranch, you can enjoy the Sea Ranch Bluff Trail to Walk On Beach and Stengel Beach (easy ocean-view walks and tidepools), Shell Beach (sheltered cove exploring), the whimsical Sea Ranch Chapel (quick family stop), Gualala Point Regional Park at the north end (beach/river-mouth picnics and whale-watching), and the Del Mar Recreation Center for pool and tennis (for Sea Ranch owners/guests).
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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
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Sea Ranch
Located in Sea Ranch, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Sentinel Rock is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and Shell Beach.
Does Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views on 15 May 2026 start from AU$576, 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.
Is Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Grateful Getaway | Fireplace and Scenic Views located?
Located in the heart of Sea Ranch, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Shell Beach and Sea Ranch Chapel. Tide Pool Beach and Seal Rookery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was beautiful and clean! A group of 9 of us had the best weekend. Easy walk to many beaches and lovely table outside. Only thing to note is no TV in the living room! But we used the many games they had and had a screen-less vacation :)
Clean - well stocked and perfect for our wedding staging area Quiet, relaxing, and beautiful
Angela M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re glad the home was clean, well-stocked, and served perfectly for your wedding staging. It’s great to hear you found the space quiet, relaxing, and beautiful!
Very comfortable house with plenty of space. Great location close to shell beach!
Oliver M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're happy you found the house comfortable and enjoyed the convenient location near Shell Beach. We’d love to host you again!
We had a great beach vacay with our friends. There were 10 of us and plenty of room for all. Beautiful location and close beach access. Everything was great and the host provided all we needed. Their communication was quick too. Thank you!
Christina C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so happy to hear your group had a great beach vacation and that the home had everything you needed. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back!
the house was bright and airy, and sleeps many with still feeling like there is privacy. We would definitely stay here again!
Janelle W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the bright, airy feel of the house and the privacy it offered. It’s great to know that it worked well for your group. We’d be thrilled to host you again anytime!
A perfect spot for a weekend getaway with friends.
Sarah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
4 Sept 2018
Beautiful home
We loved this home. Great for a large family to eat together. Very clean and beautiful with a large yard for the kids to play.
Jennifer J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
30 Mar 2018
Great family getaway
The house was beautifully decorated, with all the amenities! Comfortable for a family gathering!
We will defiantly be back soon!
Christine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan Y.
3 July 2018
Beautiful space
Great home in the middle of sea ranch.
Megan Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia C.
15 Oct 2018
Beautiful
Beautiful seclusion and very comfortable home
Cynthia C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa D.
22 Oct 2018
Great getaway with Grandkids
Perfect home for family. Relatively close to playground and ocean. Kids loved the seals and searching through the tide pools. House was great- just wish there was one more bathroom.
House was very nice with only a 15 minute walk to the beach, private with beautiful scenery. Would definitely recommend it.
Daniela F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2022
Thank you for your review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your Grand Welcome Vacation experience and hope to host you again soon, either here or at one of our many locations across the country.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlene H.
2 July 2018
Ocean Wonderland
Very comfortable, lovely home. Plenty of room for everyone & more. Kitchen had all items you might need to make meals. We spent 2 nights here & it was a beautiful property. Plenty of beds to accommodate many people, plus extra roll away beds if needed. Sea Ranch is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the ocean and surrounding areas. You won’t be disappointed in this property.
Charlene H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
21 May 2018
Very beautiful and private property.
We were very comfortable here. We would definitely return. The fridge should probably be wiped out on the inside and there was one rag on the floor the housekeeper probably dropped while cleaning. No real complaints here.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Seigfred J.
25 Mar 2018
A week-end at Sea Ranch
It was a great time to get away from the city. The weather was not great but not bad. We were still able to do our walks along the bluff. The grandkids enjoyed playing in the sand on the beach. The house was just enough for all of us, very comfortable, and have toys for the kids. If it was closer to the water it would have been perfect, but the walk to the beach is not at all bad. Close enough to the town of Gualala where we bought groceries. Overall, we were very pleased, and wished we had stayed longer.
Seigfred J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Hello Seigfred, Thank you for staying with us! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Sea Ranch. We hope to host you again so please don't hesitate to contact us for any future bookings & a longer trip! Thank you!
Great location! The house provided plenty of indoor and outdoor space for our family of 10, ranging in age from 1 to 71. We did have to do some quick baby-proofing due to all of the breakables at eye-level. The main kitchen light wasn't working and was too high for us to check the bulb. Some working nightlights would have been helpful for the little ones. Too late check-in and too-early check-out and soooo many (often conflicting) rules. Overall, though, a very nice family weekend stay.
Alan & Shelley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margarita Franchesca P.
9 Nov 2018
We loved this house!
Five women stayed in this house for a long weekend. We very much enjoyed the internal space of this Sea Ranch home as well as the out the door trails to the sea. The kitchen was roomy, there is plenty of storage space, and the decor is ocean themed and not overdone. The house was very clean. There were flocks of birds visible each morning right out the kitchen and dining windows. We also saw a large flock of quail in the yard and several deer around the grounds. You can purchase all your groceries up the road in Gualala. If the trails and beaches on the Sea Ranch stretch aren't enough for you, Salt Point State Park is just down the road and the Gualala River State (?) Park is just north. Fantastic place, wish we could go there once a quarter!
Not recommended for older adults who need to rise in the night to use the restroom. The master is palatial, bedroom 2 is average-sized, and the loft rooms are tiny, not very private, and the bathroom- shared amongst all 3 of the smaller bedrooms- is a perilous trip down metal spiral stairs. The sink taps need repair or replacement, the fireplace isn’t working, the wooden lawn chairs featured as the cover of the listing were not in evidence, and it’s an 8-minute walk to the trail head leading down to the ocean which is another 8-10 minutes away.
John D.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2021
Hello, John - thank you for taking the time to review your stay at our Grateful Getaway property. We appreciate your feedback and circle back with our local property manager to ensure all amenities are accurate and available moving forward. We hope to host you again in the future, either here or one of our other locations across the U.S.!
Verified
6/10 Okay
ellen g.
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful location, house was fine but needed some attention.
House was fine and housed our family comfortably. Standard "rental" furniture which needs some upgrading as well as some of the rooms needed painting or sheet rock repairs. Heat in master bedroom did not work well. The master bedroom got uncomfortably hot in comparison to the rest of the house and could only be adjusted by opening and closing the windows. Also, the house is advertised on different social media sites as both accommodating 7 and 10 people-so which is it?
ellen g.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
11 May 2019
Magical. Absolutely magical.
We stayed at eight other houses on our great California road trip up Highway 1 and none were as magical as this house. This house has a beautiful vibe. The natural light, the scenery outside, the privacy and quiet neightborhood, the endless gorgeous walking trails. We weren't sure about staying in such a remote area, but we are endlessly glad we did. We didn't want to leave! There were 6 of us, 3 adults and three teenagers, and we all thoroughly enjoyed the peace, the great family kitchen. Absolutely fabulous hosts in the office in Guallala, easy to talk to, and very helpful. Of all the places we stayed, we can't recommend this house enough. The only thing I'd change is the pillows and blankets - they smelled a bit musty through the sheets. The house was clean otherwise. Stunning place. We absolutely loved it.
Jennifer H.
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