The Bobcat House

The stay

Surrounded by wildflower meadows and coastal forest, miles from the rush of the city. End the day in your private hot tub surrounded by forest quiet. Bring your pup along -- miles of trails are right outside. Room for 6 in this 3-bedroom home. Sea Ranch community pools, tennis courts, and the Lodge are nearby. Sea Ranch's iconic trails, tidepools, and heated pools are all at your doorstep.

The space

Bring the entire family to enjoy the peace and comfort of this three-bedroom Sea Ranch home, a sun-splashed escape with a private hot tub and deck, dog-friendly accommodations, and nearby access to community swimming pools, tennis courts, and saunas. You'll find this cozy, two-level home on the hillside east of California Highway 1, offering meadow views five miles south of downtown Gualala. Go tidepooling and watch the local harbor seals at Shell Beach one mile west, take walks on the sandy expanse of Walk On Beach less than two miles west, and spend sunny days enjoying the heated pool, saunas, and tennis courts at the Ohlson Recreation Center two miles south. With natural beam ceilings, built-in window seats, and a pair of plush recliners, the living space will make you feel immediately at home. Begin each morning with sticky buns from Twofish Baking seven miles south, and spend each afternoon preparing al fresco meals on the charcoal grill. Whether you've come to Sea Ranch to relax, unwind, or reconnect with your family, you'll be able to do it all in this home! KITCHEN & DINING Craft your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with dishwasher, making cleanup a breeze. With seating for your group, mealtimes become part of the experience. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Choose from 3 bedrooms. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 6. PROPERTY AMENITIES -- 3 bedrooms, 3 bath -- Private hot tub -- Dog friendly (up to 2) 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

Amenities

• Hot tub
• Communal pool
• Sauna
• Pets allowed
• Heating
• Fireplace
• Wifi
• Washer
• Dryer
• Kitchen
• Dishwasher
• Patio or balcony
• Outdoor seating (furniture)
• Garden or backyard
• Free parking on premises
• TV
• Laptop friendly workspace
• Bed linens
• Blender
• Board games
• Children’s books and toys
• Coffee
• Coffee maker
• Cookware
• Dining table
• Dishes and silverware
• Game console
• Hair dryer
• Hangers
• Iron
• Microwave
• Oven
• Private entrance
• Refrigerator
• Sound system
• Stove
• Toaster
• Towels provided
• Wine glasses

Neighborhood

Welcome to The Sea Ranch -- ten miles of rugged Sonoma coastline where modern architecture and wild nature exist in harmony. Nearby highlights include The Sea Ranch Lodge restaurant, lounge and café (2-minute drive), Shell Beach tidepools (2-minute drive), Black Point headland trails (4-minute drive). Trails lead from your door to the bluffs, beaches, and through the forest. Heated pools, tennis courts, a fitness center, and The Sea Ranch Lodge round out the amenities. For provisions, Gualala (10 minutes south) has grocery stores, restaurants, and a gas station. Jenner and Bodega Bay are scenic drives south.

Where you'll be

Sea Ranch, CaliforniaExact address is sent after you book.

Guest access

Step inside and settle in -- every room and amenity in this home is yours for your stay. 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.

Things to know

Use the provided logs to build a morning fire in the wood stove, curl up by the window to glimpse bobcats passing through the meadow, or set up a board game as a Netflix favorite plays in the background (a DVD player, VCR, VHS library, and free WiFi are also provided). Take your dogs for walks on the private local trails (Good to know: there is a two-dog maximum at this home), stretch out with a good book on the deck, and spend evenings stargazing with your loved ones in the warmth of the private hot tub. 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. Spring (April-June) brings a wildflower show across the coastal meadows -- lupine, poppies, and iris paint the landscape. Summer (June-September) brings the warmest days and longest light. Morning fog is common along the coast -- it usually burns off by midday.

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