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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, computer monitors
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Sea Ranch, CA
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    ‪2 min drive‬
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    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pebble Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sea Ranch

Located in Sea Ranch, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala River. .This vacation home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Walk On Beach and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Sea Ranch Chapel.
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What's nearby

  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Walk On Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Pebble Beach - 8 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Fort Ross State Historic Park - 32 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 46 min drive - 36.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trinks Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whitecap Coffee and Tea - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sea Ranch with ocean view across from Del Mar Pool

Unit Code 34A Lot #4424N. Charlie’s Retreat provides a rare mix of elegant Sea Ranch design, stunning ocean views, and practical comfort for a relaxing vacation.

Designed by legendary Sea Ranch architect Obie Bowman, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home centers on a great room/kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows and gorgeous panoramic ocean views.

Four ensuite bedrooms flank both sides of the great room, creating ample space for privacy, remote working, reading a good book, or just gazing at the ocean and west meadow wildlife. Both primary suites have stunning views, one with its private deck. All bedrooms have desks and computer monitors too – if you need to work or start on that novel you’ve always wanted to write.

With an open concept great room/kitchen/dining room, cook in the well-stocked kitchen while friends sip wine and kids play board games or watch a movie

The home’s outdoor spaces are abundant, with an enclosed courtyard garden at the front and an expansive ocean-view deck off the great room. Located on a private cul-de-sac, steps from the Del Mar Center pool, sauna and tennis courts, the trails and beaches are a short walk away and Gualala’s restaurants and shops are a short drive. For those with electric vehicles, there's a level 2 EV charger available at this home (Tesla Universal Dual Plug Type - Compatible for All North American EVs - 48A with 24' Cable). The house also has a whole-house backup generator so you can be cozy during the occasional power outages on the coast. There is a 2 car garage but only 1 side available for guests with a small car.

A fabulous spot for a dog-friendly family vacation, a week of remote working or a retreat with friends.

4 ensuite bedrooms: 1-queen, 1-California king, 1-queen + 2 bunk beds, 2 bunk beds + queen sofa sleeper.
High-speed Wi-Fi.
High-end appliances, ample cookware, dishes and small appliances, including Breville espresso maker and built-in instant hot water at the sink. Surveillance camera in driveway for insurance purposes.
Dog-friendly, with a fenced-in courtyard and large dog door.
Outdoor seating, heaters and fire pit/table.
Washer/dryer - in garage.
Gas fireplace.
Hot tub.

TO ENHANCE YOUR STAY, ENJOY . . .
- three heated communal pools and saunas at three recreation centers
- tennis and pickleball courts
- miles of hiking trails amidst redwoods and along the Pacific Coast

SEA RANCH AND SONOMA COUNTY GUIDELINES
Drones are strictly prohibited in The Sea Ranch.
Quiet hours must be observed between 9pm and 7am every day.
No outdoor amplified sound is allowed at any time day or night.
Dogs must be leashed and cannot be left unattended.
Maximum number of vehicles at house shall be 3 (three), with 1 car garage available. No RV's.
Maximum occupancy is 10 for this home.

Sonoma County Permits
TOT # 4424N
Rental License # LIC25-0041
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off heaters, stove burners and oven DO NOT START SELF CLEANING OVEN
Lower window blinds/shades. If applicable, close skylight windows
Turn off TV and all other audio equipment
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Sea Ranch with ocean view across from Del Mar Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house! So comfortable, well stocked kitchen, helpful hosts, and felt like a home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Charlie's Retreat. Particularly enjoyed cooking in the kitchen which was very well equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Beautiful Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've been coming to Sea Ranch for decades and this is one of the nicest homes we've ever stayed -
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ingrid n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful off-the grid weekend

This property is the nicest vacation home I have had the pleasure of staying in. Kitchen was beyond well stocked, beds were comfortable, the list goes on-and-on. The location is blissful and quiet. A wonderful place to spend an off the grid weekend with family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It

The location was amazing. We made great family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cameron V.

Amazing!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: great house in a great location. amazing view and perfect layout for multiple families.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with some college friends and all our little kids. Every room has an en-suite bathroom, so every family had some privacy and our own space. But we spent most of the time hanging in the living room and the back deck. We also enjoyed the fire pit for s’mores and used the grill too. The house is in a great location. We did some walks and a few of us used the tennis courts across the street. Plus we were such a close drive to Gualala that running out for groceries or grabbing a bite to eat was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and stay a while.

Loved this place. Beautiful property with every possible kitchen accessory/house amenity you could want. So relaxing to hang out in multiple spaces, and every guest had their own bathroom. Literally is the most dog welcome property that we have stayed at. Definitely will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cornelia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charlie’s retreat

wonderful property! There was a serious storm but the house was well up to the challenge
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Lovely place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed, with many wonderful amenities.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Great House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Brought myself,husband, three adult children, their partners and two young grandchildren for a long weekend stay. The four bedrooms are comfortable - two have ocean views, all have attached bathrooms. The amenities are wonderful for a large group - coffee makers, lots of large pots and pans, really all the appliances that are needed with large fridges and plenty of baking goods. There is a nice courtyard in front and a deck in back, perfect for hanging out together.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ted L.

Philly Crew

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well maintained, all the amenities. We loved every bedroom having its own bathroom. Great property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Sea Ranch Stay

Our family has stayed in a variety of Sea Ranch homes for over 20 years. We all decided that this was THEE BEST! The beds were extremely comfortable; having ensuite bathrooms in every bedroom, was a real plus; the natural color tones throughout the house, we're very calming; it was easy to work in the kitchen, and it was extremely well supplied; of the two outdoor patio venues, the front one had heaters and
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lally C.

Lovely Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Big fan of this house. Great location, great layout and very clean. Beautiful views and they provide you with all the information you need. Would highly recommend and would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Great house, great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at Charlie's Retreat with 3 generations of 2 families. The view is lovely and the kids had a ball being so close to the pool. The kitchen is wonderfully supplied with every dish and utensil you could want. Having ensuite bathrooms for each bedroom made it easy to share the house with 8 people.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to celebrate an 80th birthday!

This property was amazing! It fit our large family, ranging in all ages, perfectly, along with the dogs. The kitchen had every pot, pan, bowl, and utensil you needed to cook a variety of dinners, including a birthday cake. The court yard was perfect to BBQ as well as accommodate the dogs without having to worry about them running off. The views were amazing! There was an intense storm but we managed a few walks down the trails which were beautiful. Loved how every room had its own bathroom. Would definitely come back! Thank you Charlie’s Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Wonderful Thanksgiving at Sea Ranch

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely time at Charlie's Retreat. Location was fantastic (short walk to the bluff trails and just across the street from the Del Mar Rec Center), the house was incredibly well-stocked, and the rooms were very comfortable. We very much appreciated the ready-instructions for anything that was not intuitive. All in all, Charlie's Retreat was a DREAM and we felt very fortunate to enjoy the week there.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janell H.

Nice family Memorial Weekend!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Home was lovely with beautiful appliances and cookware and beds were very comfortable and great built in bunks for kids. Our one challenge was the lack of counter space for cooking and the limited seating in the living room for movie watching. View was lovely and dining table was great for the family. Home was very clean and appreciated the decorative details. Always a great stay at the Sea Ranch
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Perfect House and Location for Family Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in 20+ houses in Sea Ranch over many years. It's a challenge to find a four bedroom house, especially one that is in beautiful condition and with lovely views. This is a winner. Loved it and would rent it again. Kitchen is very well equipped, though a little tight for more than 2 chefs. Flow of house works very well. Bedrooms are spacious. Bathrooms are updated. Outdoor spaces are excellent. A couple of small items that malfunctioned during our stay (a towel rod, a drawer) but nothing unusual for a rental property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Charlies Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful home and location. Vacation homes aren't always as good in reality as they are in the photos, but Charlies Retreat did not disappoint. Its a short walk to the trail heads and even short walk to Del Mar rec center - a huge plus. It's also quite private - we never saw a neighbor while there. The interior is exactly as pictured and though the renovations are older they were clearly well done/timeless and the furniture has mostly been updated making the house feel very fresh and high end. It's filled with interesting books and the kitchen is extremely well stocked. The fireplace was not working while we were there and the outdoor fireplace overlooking the ocean looks like it's seen better days, but otherwise the house was immaculate. We would absolutely return and loved our stay there!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Stunning home with gorgeous views and easy access to everything

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 6 Stars! I don’t normally give detailed reviews, but I’ve stayed in many Sea Ranch rentals and this is far and away the best. We were a house of 8 people for a team meeting – all with comfortable beds and enough space to host 12 for dinner. The house was spotless, bright, and sunny, and the open living/dining/kitchen area was perfect for relaxing with a book, looking out at a stunning view, and entertaining nearby friends. Beds were extremely comfortable – note two bunk rooms with a top bunk that was actually cozy. The kitchen is better stocked than my own home with all the cookware and serving utensils I needed, including a Breville Expresso Maker which churned out the best home coffee I’ve had in a long time! The location is excellent – calming views of open grassland with the ocean in the background, just a 7 mins walk down to the coastal trail, across the street to morning yoga, swimming, and tennis through Del Mar Community Center and just a quick 5 mins drive to Gualala. It is hard to beat the comfort, cleanliness, views, and location of Charlie's Retreat. This is my absolute favorite Sea Ranch home away from home and it will be first on my list on my next visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Great Weekend at Charlie’s Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a family get together for our three adult sons and their significant others. This house was great with four en-suite baths and a lovely common area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

A true coastal escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful spot for an extended family get together. Well stocked kitchen, serene views and beautiful garden courtyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Love Charlie’s Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful home! Every piece of furniture is comfortable, extremely well stocked kitchen, and good layout!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

comfort and amenities

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 4 couples, 2 kids, and everyone found something to do and fun to be had. Hosts provided many kitchen basics, which was helpful. Towels, linens, beds, and furniture all comfortable and high quality. The books and games were another plus. Thoughtful hosts. And the Sea Ranch rec options also enjoyable--sauna, pickleball, swimming, and of course the ocean. Highly recommend. Front entry stepping stones only minor gripe--having a sprained foot, I found them challenging to navigate. All else lovely.