Abalone Bay - Sea Ranch

Welcome to Sea Ranch Abalone Bay, our ocean front home where youll experience amazing views of nature and the ocean beyond at your doorstep. Abalone Bay provides you and up to 5 guests a front-row seat to orange sherbet sunsets and star-filled inky skies! As you gaze from windows that frame deer in the foreground, whales on the horizon youre sure to rekindle your relationship with nature and loved ones in this uniquely remodeled home by famed architect, Obie Bowman, FAIA.

Sea Ranch Abalone Bay, with its curated amenities and stunning decor, is perfect for a romantic getaway, girls weekend, gentlemans holiday, or relaxing retreat for the family. Ample workspace and strong WiFi make it a great remote work location as well. Anglers and divers are also welcomed!

As your direct concierge and host we provide you personalized, detailed attention and assistance to assure you and your guests have the experience of a lifetime. Our digital guidebook, free and readily available for download on all your electronic devices, informs you and guests about the house, and its amenities. Expert, in-depth insiders information provides expert insight to our community, dining recommendations, special events and activities to enjoy, plus personalized tips for a fun-filled, stress free vacation.

Amenity Highlights include:
* Three bedrooms sleep up to 6 guests (1 king bed, 2 queen beds) with Egyptian cotton linens 600+ thread count
* Two full baths with towels and robes
* Principal bedroom opens to a private courtyard with hot tub
* Relax and enjoy ocean vistas from the hot tub or while dining outside
* Game room with its window bench seat, table and chairs, sofa, books, games, and TV provide a place for the kids to play or a quiet remote working space with a portable, standing computer table. Its barn door keeps out distractions.
* Ping Pong Table with 4 paddles, 6 balls and cover in Garage
* HIGH-SPEED FIBER OPTIC INTERNET, multiple workspaces, and great cell service make Sea Ranch Abalone Bay ideal for your remote work or study.
* Fully equipped kitchen is at the ready for family meals and holiday cooking.
* If the cook wishes a holiday too, well happily recommend a caterer to assist, provide recommendations, or just use our Digital Guidebook with its insider tips.
* Private Courtyard with teak furniture and hot tub opens directly to the ocean views and access to the bluff trial.
* Follow the backyard trail a few steps north to visit the harbor seals. Or walk southward to a private beach accessed by stairs.
* Full-house and garage generator for power outages (note: does not power hot tub)

Remodeled by renowned Architect Obie Bowman FAIA, Sea Ranch Abalone Bay now provides:
* Expanded southern and western ocean vistas
* Large gas fireplace helps to stave off the coastal fog.
* Elegant and inviting furniture and decor that seamlessly blends the fine finishes with the comforts of home.
* Classic redwood beams that meet vaulted ceilings
* Garage for covered parking plus on-site, screened parking. 240v plug and 120v plugs available for your EV charging cords. Owner does not have charging cords. Guest must provide own charging cord.

Experience nature at your doorstep!

* View wildlife from windows in the house, the sliding fence door out to the bluff and the ocean beyond
* Enjoy private beaches
* Explore tide pools
* Marvel at the redwoods towering above
* Hike miles of trails
* Play with the kids at One-eyed Jacks Playground,
* Swim in one of the 3 pools
* Play tennis and/or Pickleball
* Practice your serve at the tennis courts
* Play 18 holes of golf (Spring through Fall)- noting the first score box on the card is shared with a discount for your return visit to Sea Ranch Abalone Bay!

Sea Ranch Abalone Bay is surrounded by meadows and woods. As such, Guest may encounter various insects and wildlife traditionally found in a natural environment. As heat and drought increases you may find ants and/or Jerusalem cricket (potato bug) seeking shelter in the house. Owner employs year-round monthly pest control services and provides insecticide for your use. Guests are advised to keep the home clear of crumbs and food.
Guests are also advised to feed dogs inside and keep doors closed to avoid raccoons from entering.

During your stay explore nearby Gualala with its shops, art galleries, and award-winning restaurants serving amazing farm-to-table cuisine.

If youre ready to start planning your trip send us a message. Guests receive our Digital Welcome Book that provides in-depth information that will answer most of your questions about staying at SeaRanchAbaloneBay.... easily and conveniently. Our 8 years of hosting experience have garnered us 5stars reviews. We look forward to yours!

LEGAL RENTAL AGREEMENT: Guests are charged full amount at booking. Guests are required to sign legal rental agreement within 3 days of booking. Failing that owner reserves right to cancel the booking. Guests with dogs must pick up dog excrement or be fined $100. Of special note in our legal agreement: While every attempt will be made to ensure that all advertised equipment and appliances are in working order at the commencement of Guests stay, no reduction of rent, rebate, or refund will be issued for a mechanical failure of heater, dishwasher, washer, dryer, TV, refrigerator or other appliances.

SECURITY DEPOSIT: A security deposit of $500 is required to be deposited with the Owner. It will be collected separately prior to your arrival or at check-in. Guests are expected to maintain home and courtyard in good, operable, and generally clean condition. Guests dogs excrement must be picked up or a $100 fine will be charged to lead guest. Guest is responsible for any damages or breakage to the Unit by anyone and/or pets allowed to enter the Unit during the rental period. Owner may elect to either deduct any damage from the Security Deposit or charge the credit card on file of the Lead Renter for any damage or breakage or excessive cleaning costs caused by Guest and/or party.

SECURITY CAMERAS/NOISE MONITORING: This home is equipped with 2 surveillance cameras located outside the front and back of the home to monitor the perimeter of the property. The owner meters the level of noise inside and outside the property and will advise the guest if the noise level exceeds 50dB. By accepting a reservation, you acknowledge and agree to possible recording at the front and back entrances of the house.


TSRA FACILITIES OUT OF OUR CONTROL: Due to high demand and limited availability of facilities requiring reservations for lap swim and Tennis/Pickleball as managed by TSRA, we cannot guarantee that all guests will have access to the pools and courts. Please note that no refund(s) will be provided in relation to the TSRA facilities.

PROPERTY ACCESS DETAILS: Guests check-in, checkout, and full property access details are sent at time of booking via our contract, digital guidebook and reminders sent periodically through and including day of check-in. Information is sent via email, SMS and are included in our guidebook with video and written description. Guests are are informed door code is live at 4PM, on contracted time of check in. Code to door expires at 11AM on day of Check-out as per contract. Owner is available by phone if further instruction or support is needed.

OTHER INTERACTION WITH GUESTS: Communication with guests include:
*Our more in-depth legal rental agreement that lead guest is required to sign. Failing that Owner reserves right to cancel the booking.
*Email, SMS, phone
* Expansive, fully detailed Digital Sea Ranch Abalone Bay - Welcome Guidebook that can be downloaded on the phone, computer, notepad and printed out provides information about the location, house, its amenities, troubleshooting, things to do, events, and more
* Welcoming guests personally with prior agreement and arrangement