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Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff

Vacation home in Sea Ranch with kitchen and patio

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Castlehaven, a beautiful light-filled haven in the desirable north end of Sea Ranch, is just steps from the Scenic Bluff Top Trail and Salal Cove. This lovingly decorated home features original artwork by a local artist, 2 master suite bedrooms with memory foam mattresses plus a private guest bedroom and 2 1/2 baths. Enjoy outdoor dining in your spacious courtyard or soak up starry night skies from your soothing hot tub.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 42002 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff

TOT ID# 1915.
Welcome to Castlehaven, our beautiful light-filled haven designed by noted local architect Bob Hartstock. Just a two minute walk from the Scenic Bluff Top Trail and Salal Cove, our house is located in the desirable north end of Sea Ranch. We are only a mile from the charming town of Gualala.

This lovingly and beautifully decorated home includes original artwork by a local artist, a private office, 2 master suite bedrooms, plus a private guest bedroom and 2 1/2 baths. The open living room borders on a dining area that seats 4, a music nook with a baby grand piano, and a fully-equipped kitchen with bar implements and glassware.

Outside in our spacious and private courtyard, you will enjoy outdoor dining, access to a BBQ, and a wonderful, soothing hot tub with a view of the night skies. Wildlife is abundant here. Wake to the sounds of the Ocean, and enjoy seeing birds, deer and fox right outside your window, and from the front patio.

The first master suite has French doors leading to a lovely private garden, and a large, heart-shaped Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. The second master has a gorgeous view of the golf course and the ocean beyond. The third bedroom is a very private haven separate from the main house, across the courtyard from the hot tub. All bedrooms have queen size beds with memory foam mattresses. A washer and dryer are available, including soaps, and fabric softeners.

For our guest's enjoyment, we have a huge selection of books, movies on DVD, CDs, "streaming" TV, DirecTV and board games to while away your time when you are relaxing after being immersed in nature and all the activities of Sea Ranch. Please be aware that the fireplaces are non-functional because of problems with smoke and soot. Besides the Bluff Top Trail, there are three recreation centers with heated swimming pools, saunas, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, 50+ miles of hiking trails, mountain biking trails, beautiful coastal views and hidden waterfalls. All this awaits you here at Castlehaven.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,002 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

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

Rules

Rental of our home constitutes agreement to honor all conditions, Sea Ranch Association Rules; and the terms of the rental agreement.
Maximum no of occupants is four No children under the age of 13. No pets. No house parties. NO SMOKING
The Rental Agreement must be completed and signed before access to the keys will be given.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Courtyard...light filled Haven Near Salal Cove
Private Courtyard...light-filled Haven Near Salal Cove Sea Ranch

About the neighborhood

Map
Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gualala River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gualala Bluff Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gualala Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Gualala Point Regional Park - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trinks Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shindig - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff located?

Situated in Sea Ranch, this golf vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sea Ranch Golf Links and Gualala River. Gualala Point Regional Park and Gualala Bluff Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Private Courtyard with Hot Tub... Ocean View...2 min. walk to bluff Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

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

Fantastic view

Terrific location with great views. Liked the vibe of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Great home near ocean

It was a great property near the ocean and bluff trails/ hiking trails. It is also located in the northern part of Sea Ranch, so it is close to town (Gualala)—just a beautiful home and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine G.

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

Wonderful stay

Sea ranch is beautiful and there is a lot to do and see. The location of the house is perfect and it is clean, comfortable, and very spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

serene k.

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

Idyllic stay

The property was just as advertised and a lovely getaway for us for two nights. The access to coastal walks was a breeze and gorgeous, and the proximity to what we wanted to e plots was exactly as described. The house is very well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay and instructions were clear and precise. Thank you! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Coastal perfection!

This was a perfect place to spend a few days in July! The weather was amazing and the walk along the bluff trail occupied most of our days. We saw so much wildlife! The house itself has beautiful architecture, spacious places to unwind and read/relax, and of course the hot tub. The beds were comfy with soft linens. About 4 minutes drive away there is Surf Market that supplies anything you could hope to cook. John was easy to communicate with and the check-in/check-out was well organized and easy to understand. We can’t wait to find a time to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

A BIG BREAK FROM ALL THE BS/ANXIETY IN THE WORLD

IT WAS PERFECT. WE FOUND TONS OF THINGS TO DO, ESPECIALLY, THE 90 MINUTE MASSAGE IN GUALALA!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Sea Ranch

The house is in a great location, just minutes from Gualala. It has a wonderful view of the ocean in the distance, and it was very peaceful and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaci G.

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

Perfect location

Loved our stay. We have been renting in Sea Ranch for over 40 years and this is our favorite! The location, short distance to the bluff and well maintained home made for an enjoyable and relaxing stay. The owner was friendly and easy to communicate with. We highly recommend Castlehaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel O.

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

Lovely

What a relaxing and comfortable home. We enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Great Location

Very nice property. Wish I could have stayed longer. John was great to work with. Golf course is a fun track.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Castle haven stay

Excellent location at the north end of The Sea Ranch. Convenient to golf course, trails, several beaches, Gualala businesses and river activities. Has a private ‘feel’ and is nicely appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Sea Ranch the beautiful

We’ve stayed at Sea Ranch several times and our stay this time was as good as ever. The house was very comfortable, location is great. All you need for a relaxing and blissful time. John was easy to communicate with and everything was smooth and easy. Many thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Spacious serene epic

Loved the layout and amenities. Wish we were there longer. Beds super comfortable. Access to ocean bluff and coves fantastic. This the 11th or 12th booking atsea ranch properties and top 3!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethel W.

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

Lovely Stay at Castlehaven

This was our second stay at Castlehaven, and once again, it did not disappoint. We loved the breathtaking views, the cozy and well-appointed furniture, the relaxing hot tub, and, most of all, the charming piano. Communication with the host was straightforward and flawless. As there was no moon during our stay, the stars put on a marvelous show each night too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

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

Great sea ranch house in a good location

Great sea ranch house in a good location. Kitchen well equipped. Good info folder on arrival. Very happy with the rental
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

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

Great Stay

Excellent location. I would suggest a new stove and oven. Otherwise a lovely home and a restful and relaxing stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Castlehaven is a slice of heaven

My husband and I, along with his sister and her husband just had a fabulous weekend at Castlehaven. The architecture of the home itself is quite unique. Add the perfect Sea Ranch location, two ensuite bedrooms in the house (there is also a third bedroom that we did not use), well equiped kitchen, hot tub -- all 5 minutes from the Bluff Trail, and it is truly a special place. Communication with our host was quite easy and check out a dream. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle d.

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

Restorative Vacation - Great Location

We had a lovely vacation at this beautiful, spacious home. The location was fantastic - close to bluff trail, short drive to Del Mar pool, beach, nice kayaking spot, and Gualala for market trips and restaurants. The house itself was very comfortable with nice beds and pillows, great for cooking and dining in, relaxing inside while playing board games, watching wildlife from the window, and the hot tub was wonderful. Having a piano was a huge plus for the piano players in our family. Perfect vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S., San Rafael, USA

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

Peaceful Retreat

Great location just a few minutes from the bluff trail. Well equipped kitchen. New sofas and dining table. Easy check in and check out. Several outdoor seating areas, which we took advantage of as we had sunny weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura Rosie Day L.

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

Great Location, Comfortable Beds

The location of this property makes it easy to access the bluff walking trail which is beautiful. The three bedrooms have very comfortable beds. The third bedroom is a detached studio space, not in the house itself. Kitchen is well appointed so we were able to cook all our meals easily. Hot tub is situated in the private patio which made it more comfortable and protected from the gusty winds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay at Castlehaven. The home is spacious, airy and comfortable. Nice to have a hot tub outside and a jetted tub inside. The Bluff Trail is close by so we did a lot of hiking. Played tennis at the Ohlson Rec Center. Can’t beat tennis with a view of the ocean! The golf course was very nice and uncrowded. The weather was absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend Twofish Baking Co. The only negative was ants visiting the kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary M.

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

52nd Anniversary

Great location and loved being so close to town. The hot tub was super clean and so relaxing. While the fireplaces are not usable, the home has a GREAT heating system that made the home so comfortable even when cold and/or rainy outside. Loved having one of the master suites on the ground floor so there were no stairs to climb. Only stairs necessary were two from the ground floor to the living/dining area. Only disappointment was that the greatest window to use to watch the ocean waves seems to have a leak between the panels causing condensation and takes the beautiful view away. The host was wonderful to work with, even staying on the phone until he was sure we had access to the key to get into the house. Castlehaven will defintely be put on our list of homes to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Roman A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family getaway

Not our first time staying at Sea Ranch( not this property). Property was listed as available for 4nights on vrbo but after talking to John we had to chage our reservation for 3 nights coz new renters were coming and they had to prep property for the new family coming in. Third bedroom does not have separate bathroom and we had to leave front door open for person sleeping in the third bedroom to use bathroom at night. For some reason the power was out every morning and when it was restored took every single of our devices to reset with a password which is very long. I would suggest to create more easy password. View was ok but given people walking in front of back yard playing golf is something that you should be aware of. Barbecue grill did not have a gas so it took a trip to gualala to refill the propane tank(left it almost full for next guests) John was easy to comunicate. Overall a good area but north california coast is always beautiful. Gualala market in a close proximity is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful relaxing stay at the Sea Ranch.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda G.

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

Comfy getaway

Great location, great hiking, views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025