Seas the Day - Newly remodeled hexagon home with hot tub, dogs welcome

The view from this deck is worth the drive alone -- ocean as far as you can see. End the day in your private hot tub with the ocean as your soundtrack. Bring your pup -- dogs love the bluff trails here. Room for 8 in this 3-bedroom home. Near Shell Beach tidepools. Your front door opens to Sea Ranch's 50 miles of trails and the wild Sonoma Coast. Nothing resets your pace like watching the tide come and go from your own living room.

Newly renovated for 2024! A private hot tub, ocean views, and a dog-friendly attitude await you at this classic and charming hexagon-shaped Sea Ranch home. A interior complete with a spiral staircase is the perfect home base for your next Sonoma Coast getaway. Sea Ranch also has three recreation centers with pools, tennis, and saunas, as well as miles of hiking trails and a number of peaceful and beaches. Located right near the Shell Beach access trail (roughly a 10-minute walk), the One-Eyed Jack’s Playground, and hiking trails just steps from home, you’ll also be five miles from Gualala for groceries, dining options, and a couple of galleries. The unique hexagon floorplan boasts dramatic vaulted ceilings, a glass-framed cupola, and plenty of windows for natural light. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and a living area with a wood-burning stove and window seat, two decks, and sweeping ocean and meadow views. It is not uncommon to see deer, foxes, bobcats, coyotes, turkeys, and even migrating whales. The kitchen at this cozy and eclectic home has a modern stove/oven and range, as well as all the other major appliances (including a dishwasher). Preparing meals in this space will no doubt be easy and fun. When it’s time for a meal, the dining table seats six, and there is additional counter seating nearby. Two of the three bedrooms are on this main level. Down the spiral staircase, you’ll find a relaxing sunroom with a second wood-burning stove and the primary bedroom - a relaxing retreat with views of the meadow and ocean and direct access to the hot tub area. This lower level also features the second bathroom with a Mexican hand-painted sink and a walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead. Outdoor space abounds on the lower level, with an enclosed courtyard, a spacious deck, a charcoal grill, and a hot tub under the stars. There is also a large-capacity washer/dryer. Guests with mobility challenges may find the stairs difficult to navigate**' SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Choose from 3 bedrooms. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 6. PROPERTY AMENITIES -- 3 bedrooms, 2 bath -- Private hot tub -- Dog friendly (up to 2) -- EV charger COMMUNITY AMENITIES (at Sea Ranch recreation centers) -- Heated pools and saunas (at Del Mar, Moonraker, and Ohlson rec centers) -- Tennis and pickleball courts (at rec centers) -- Miles of coastal bluff trails

This is your private retreat for the duration of your stay -- full run of the house. The private hot tub is available around the clock -- no reservation needed. This home welcomes up to 2 dogs -- the yard and nearby trails are ready for your pup. Driveway parking is available at the property. Detailed check-in instructions, including the door code, will be provided prior to your arrival. As a guest, you also have access to Sea Ranch community amenities including the pools, tennis courts, fitness center, and miles of trails. A recreation pass will be provided.

This home is located in The Sea Ranch on the Sonoma Coast, a masterfully planned community known for its dramatic coastline, meadows, and forest trails. Nearby highlights include Shell Beach tidepools (2-minute drive), The Sea Ranch Lodge restaurant, lounge and café (2-minute drive), Black Point headland trails (3-minute drive). Explore over Sea Ranch's 50 miles of trails, discover tidepools at low tide, swim in heated community pools, and end the day with dinner at The Sea Ranch Lodge. Gualala is a quick 10-minute drive south for groceries, dining, and fuel. For a scenic outing, Jenner and Bodega Bay are further down Highway 1.

The Sea Ranch Golf Links is four miles north, and a day trip to Mendocino is about an hour's drive (53 miles). Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa is the nearest airport, about 1.5 hours east. A car is essential for exploring the area.

Sea Ranch has three recreation centers with heated pools, saunas, and tennis courts. Access passes are provided with your stay -- check availability upon arrival as these shared amenities can be popular during peak times. Exterior lighting is minimal by design to preserve the stunning dark sky -- bring a flashlight for evening walks and enjoy some of the best stargazing on the California coast. December through April is whale season. You may spot gray whales breaching right from the bluff trail nearby. Wildflower season (April-June) transforms the coastal bluffs into a tapestry of color -- worth an extra walk on the trails. Summer offers long days and warm afternoons, though the iconic Sonoma Coast fog often rolls in at sunrise and clears by noon. Up to 2 dogs are welcome. Please keep dogs on leash on trails and clean up after them. Cell service can be spotty along the coast. The home has WiFi for staying connected.

Permit number: LIC25-0289