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Spectacular Ocean Views -- 'Bella Vista' at Sea Ranch -- on a knoll

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Bella Vista, viewed from meadow behind
Bella Vista, from kitchen
Bella Vista
Bella Vista
Bella Vista, front view deck
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 2167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Sea Ranch, CA
  • Popular LocationSea Ranch Golf Links4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGualala River5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWalk On Beach9 min drive
  • AirportSanta Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spectacular Ocean Views -- 'Bella Vista' at Sea Ranch -- on a knoll

Located in one of the most desirable settings of Sea Ranch, in an exceptional private, peaceful, quiet location on a knoll west of California's famous coastal Hwy 1, the 'Bella Vista' home has breathtaking unobstructed ocean views up and down the coast (above the rooftops of a few homes in a meadow well below).

The Sea Ranch is a world-renowned primary and secondary home community along a ten-mile stretch of California's most breathtaking, beautiful coastline, about 100 miles north of San Francisco. The Sea Ranch comprises approximately 12 square miles of land and has about 1800 homes.

The Sea Ranch is particularly famous for its strict architectural requirements, following the motto 'building light on the land.' Bella Vista shares the ocean view lot line with Sea Ranch commons land, which provides for unobstructed expansive ocean views and privacy. The Sea Ranch territory includes tens of miles of private roads, many hiking trails, three recreation centers that are open to renters, and an 18-hole golf course.

The Bella Vista home was built in 1989 and has approximately 1800 square feet of rented living area, including a mezzanine with a high-quality (German-made Grotrian Steinweg) upright piano.

Bella Vista features terracotta tiles and Oriental rugs in the living areas and wall-to-wall carpets in the bedrooms. Vaulted ceilings in all rooms, large windows, comfortable furniture, a conventional wood fireplace, and decor will contribute to making your stay pleasant and memorable. The kitchen is well equipped with modern (and quiet!) appliances. Enjoy the view deck and private deck off the master bedroom with built-in hot tub (with ocean view), and the overall uniquely private setting. The quietness, views, and magnificent surroundings are stunning ...

The Sea Ranch has three large recreation centers with pool, saunas, and tennis courts -- all free of charge to our renters. The 18-hole Sea Ranch Golf Links are located in breathtaking ocean view environment -- fees apply.

The Sea Ranch has tens of miles of ocean bluff trails, meadow trails, and hill-side hiking trails. The internal road system is ideal for the recreational, occasional biker; the nearby public highways offer challenges for road bikers, and the Sea Ranch hill-side trails are challenging for mountain bikers -- just bring your bikes.

Bella Vista has a 3kW solar photovoltaic energy system that is entirely integrated to the regular electric grid system and will remain unnoticed by the renter. Space heating is by optimal passive heating and a conventional gas central heating system.

Property manager

Klaus Heinemann

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
We do not permit children above 6 months of age.

Events

No events allowed
No partying with unregistered guests on premises

Pets

No pets allowed
Pet-free -- no Exceptions please.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not permitted anywhere on premises.
-- smoking is also not permitted on Sea Ranch trails and commons; only permitted in parking area with use of proper ash tray.
-- NO use of CANDLES anywhere on premises (fire prevention measure)
*** Guests must agree to abide by THE SEA RANCH ASSOCIATION SHORT TERM RENTAL RULES and are responsible for penalties issued for non-compliance.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sea Ranch

Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is by the sea. Alinder Gallery of Photography and Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala Bluff Trail. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 4 min drive
  • Gualala River - 5 min drive
  • Walk On Beach - 9 min drive
  • Pebble Beach - 12 min drive
  • Shell Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gualala Seafood Shack - 7 min drive
  • Trinks - 7 min drive
  • The Black Door Mexican Cuisine - 9 min drive
  • St Orres - 11 min drive
  • Blue Canoe Coffee & Tea - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Ocean Views -- 'Bella Vista' at Sea Ranch -- on a knoll pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Renee D.

Rest and relaxation with a Wonderful Ocean View
My husband and I have stayed at numerous Sea Ranch homes and this is one of the most ideally situated—on the west side of Rt. 1 in the upper mid pastures, shielded from neighbors, and overlooking a unobstructed 180 degree view of the beautiful blue ocean. It was not only calm and relaxing, but we also got a treat by observing a flock of nearby grazing sheep. The home is comfortable, with plenty of spots to lay back and read or listen to music. The kitchen is equipped with everything you'd expect in your own kitchen. I'd recommend this home to anyone who wants to leave their cares at home and relax with the ocean just a blink away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zoann P.

Beautiful house in a beautiful location!
This house is up on a little hill with beautiful views of the ocean. Close enough for the view but not too close to get the wind. This house is charmingly decorated. The kitchen has many more amenities than other houses we have rented like dishes, pans and glasses. The bed in the master was extremely comfortable. The jacuzzi worked well. We had six wonderful days celebrating our anniversary. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Once Agian, Spectacular!!
Returning to Bella Vista after 10-years was better than we had imagined....and we imagined good:) Such a beautiful home and scenic location. We will be back. Great times and very special memories for us surround Bella Vista.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

This is a wonderful home and location to get away from it all!!
My sister and I needed a place to recuperate and unwind. Klaus' home was just the ticket! Every morning we had breakfast and coffee on the deck. We loved seeing the ocean from inside and outside the house and loved the wild deer we saw in the neighborhood! Just a beautiful and relaxing experience. We would return and recommend their home to all our friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

AAAHHH!
I had this long review all written up about this place detailing things like the spectacular views (the back of the house is basically all windows) of the ocean, the deer and many species of birds in the yard in the mornings, the coziness of the home itself with the wood burning stove and the warm cabin feel, the binder with all the info you could imagine on the home and the surrounding area, the peaceful, quiet and friendly feeling of the neighborhood (everybody waves), the close proximity to the ocean and on and on and on...trust me, It was a long review. But as I read it over to myself, it made me wish I was still there. That's when I realized when others read it, they may decide to go ahead and try it out for themselves. That may make it a bit more difficult for me to get this place when I want it again in the future. No bueno! So I decided not to write any of that stuff. I also chose not to write about how well we were treated by the owner with his quick/excellent communication and genuine concern in making sure everything was perfect for our stay. Sssoooo...yea. Sorry I couldn't help you.

About the host

Hosted by Klaus Heinemann

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We came to Sea Ranch every year for family vacations in rental homes and built our first home ('Casa Pacis'' -- see separate HomeAway listing) at near-by 'Walk-on Beach' in 1984. In 1993 we found the home which became 'Bella Vista' for sale, on a knoll in a superb view location that we had admired for years on our walks on Sea Ranch trails. We remodeled it, adding a third bath and a piano mezzanine off the great room.

Why they chose this property

The property is located on one of Sea Ranch's most desirable view lots. It combines architecturally pleasing features, such as use of 45-degree angles, open ceilings, cedar T&G interior siding, terra cotta tiles, and many other unique attributes, with maximized ocean and coastal meadow views from all rooms.

What makes this property unique

* super comfortable furniture, elegant
* terrific amenities
* you will love it even if you never go outside
* unrestricted ocean vistas; whale watching
* quiet location, away from highway noise
* in midst of Sea Ranch trails system
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