Ocean views from Living Room
"The home is positioned to enjoy both sunrise and sunset views." Get cozy in Adirondack chairs as you watch orange-sherbet sunsets reflect the quiet shift from day to dusk.
Corner views in living room
A teak dining table within the private courtyard offers an open view toward the oceanfront, creating an effortless setting for unhurried meals with the bluff trail just beyond.
Abalone Bay Oceanfront, pet friendly, private courtyard with hot tub, BBQ
Living Room - oceanfront- relax among friends, family and oceanfront views
Kitchen -  Wide wonderful views makes washing dishes a favored chore
Principal Bedroom - direct access to hot tub in private courtyard reading nook, ensuite and courtyard access to hot tub, linens and towels
The library bookcase located in the principal bedroom. Others found in the living room and game room. Books include fiction/nonfiction for adults and children.
Principal bedroom
Guest Bedroom 1 with oceanfront views
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Hall bath - between 2 guest rooms
Ensuite Bath- Roman tub & rain shower
"Love the new safety bars in the shower. Made me feel as secure as a kid with their favorite blankie. It convinced me to put them in at home."
Accessibility and safety in the ensuite bathroom.
Dining room
Views no matter where you sit for dinner
BBQ Grill and Private courtyard
Courtyard - Private Dining, BBQ, Hot Tub
Courtyard at twilight
Twilight in the courtyard
Courtyard
Sun loungers stored in the garage
Dining room
Entry with coat hooks and shoe rack
Welcome! Come on in!
Entryway
"I was absolutely enchanted by Abalone Prints in the hallway. I had never imagined art in that way." A trio of abalone shell lithographs by F. H. Martini installed June 2026. 
Some artwork decorates a home. Other artwork helps tell its story.
Exterior- Cream or sugar?
Shell Beach, a shared access beach at Sea Ranch, 3 miles north of Sea Ranch Abalone Bay, consists of two sandy coves surrounding a rocky point.
Experience nature on our ocean bluff trails, which run the full length of The Sea Ranch. Walk-on Beach is a shared access beach, though trails are private access and available only to guests
Exterior Ocean front cove in back yard
When walking the ocean bluff trail, be sure to pause to greet the harbor seals basking in the sun just a few yards away from your back door.
Harbor Seal rockery just steps away
Exterior -Mind the trail signs please
Exterior at night- Dark skies for stargazing
Exterior
Exterior Trail to the see the seals, sunset
Exterior
Game room with view to living room and beyond
Game room
Game room: Read, journal, nap, or get lost in the view
Game Room decor of vintaged game boards
Game room: Games, puzzles, books, skylights with blinds
Storage for your supplies
Entrance to Home -Driveway -Single Level Home
Courtyard
"Great hot tub in the private backyard." Private hot tub with multi jet massage and view of ocean from hot tub.
Exterior front gate -  Welcome
Guests have 1 parking space on the right side of the garage. In the garage are outdoor games, lounge chairs, and a ping-pong table. A washer and dryer are also available. The garage opener is located inside the house.
Guest room 2: Coastal charm with serene refinement: Wake to oceanfront views framed by soft coastal decor in this light-filled bedroom, where simplicity meets the elegance of seaside living.
Bedroom 2
Paya Hand Soap
Hall bath amenities also include hair dryer
Kitchen
Kitchen Appliances and fire extinguisher
Kitchen counter, apron, coffee cups
Kitchen
Laundry- washer and dryer in hall
Game Room Library- adult & children books, DVDs
Smugglers Beach, a private oceanfront beach just minutes away from Abalone Bay is available to guests.
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Writing desk with Minder Laptop Stand & HiSpeed WiFi
Living room - Experience nature at your doorstep
Construction (5/19/25) of neighbor's house viewed from the dining area looking through the living room's eastern picture window
Neighborhood view 1a- Next door-Hedgerow separates houses
Garden within courtyard
Neighborhood view  1b- Next door-Hedgerow separates houses
Neighborhood view  2b--garage at left. House across the street on hill
Construction (5/19/25) of neighbor's house viewed from inside the courtyard gate
Sauna and showers in the Del Mar Recreation Center. Also includes pool and tennis,
Lighted walkways from Garage to house at twilight
Lighted front gate at twilight
3D Floor Plan- Top View
3D Floor Plan- Birdview
2D Floor Plans
Off leash dog park available for guests
Sea Ranch Golf Links: Our guests have Membership privileges for booking access, plus discounts on green fees, cart rates, pro shop, range balls
Golfers staying at Sea Ranch Abalone Bay are treated as Sea Ranch Golf Links Club Members from the moment they arrive (passes required). his includes:
- 20% off all green fees, weekend and, twilight
- Member golf cart rates
- Priority Tee Times with member
Aerial View of Ohlson Recreation Center Basketball,  Pool & Tennis. Photograph: TSRA, Craig To
Del Mar Recreation Center - a community shared amenity with pool with saunas located in dressing area
Moonraker Recreation Center- a community shared amenity with pool, sauna, tennis courts. The Super Graphics inside the Moonraker locker rooms at The Sea Ranch by famed artist, Barbara Stauffacher Solomon continue to inspire and enthrall
The Super Graphics inside the  a community shared amenity of the Moonraker locker rooms at The Sea Ranch by Barbara Stauffacher Solomon continue to inspire and enthrall
Tennis courts at Ohlsen Recreation Center, one of 3 courts in The Sea Ranch
Guest bedroom 1- views of the ocean
Game room ocean views from window bench seat
Guest bedroom 1- views of the ocean
Guest bedroom 1- views of the ocean
Game room ocean views from window bench seat
Game room ocean views from window bench seat

Abalone Bay - Sea Ranch

4.98
  1. United States
  2. /
  3. California
  4. /
  5. Sea Ranch
8 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1942 Sqft
Vacation Home•Entire place

Registration ID: #1596

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About this place

Sea Ranch Ocean Bluff: Hot Tub, Pool, Golf, Pets

Welcome to Sea Ranch Abalone Bay: an architect-remodeled, single-story oceanfront retreat. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic white-water views, a private hot tub, and direct access to the beach. Sleeps 6 guests comfortably in 3 bedrooms. Features a gourmet kitchen, dedicated workspace, game room, and EV charging. Perfect for a serene coastal escape with stunning sunsets and abundant wildlife. Access to Sea Ranch community pools, tennis, and golf discounts. Experience luxury and nature.

Step into Abalone Bay, an architect-remodeled, single-story oceanfront home designed by Obie Bowman. This stunning property offers understated luxury and breathtaking panoramic white-water views, perfect for a serene coastal escape.

HOME OVERVIEW:
Oceanfront, single-story home
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 6,
Sofa sleeper available is available at $200 as an add-on feature, allowing for a maximum total of 8 guests
Fast 920 Mbps Wi-Fi
Dedicated workspace
Private hot tub
Private landscaped courtyard
Detached one-car garage space plus one outdoor parking space
Whole-house standby generator
Dog friendly

KEY FEATURES:
* Sleeps 6 Guests Comfortably.
* Sofa sleeper is available at $200 as an add-on feature, allowing for a maximum total of 8 guests.
* 3 Bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queens. Linens and blankets provided. The principal bedroom opens directly to the private courtyard and hot tub.
* 2 Bathrooms: One with a bathtub/shower combo, another with a luxurious Roman tub and shower, both with bidet toilets. Grab bars at toilets and in the shower/bathtub.
* Living Room: Comfortable seating, a cozy gas fireplace, and a 65" HDTV with premium streaming services.
* Gourmet Kitchen: Fully equipped with a gas stove, convection oven, plus a Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 XL Pro Air Fry Oven, as well as multiple coffee makers (drip, espresso, French press), an Instant Pot, and all the cookware and tools needed to prepare from simple to grand holiday meals.
* Dedicated Workspace: A desk area, strong 920 Mbps WiFi, and a wireless printer make remote work a breeze.
* Game Room: Features board games, dice, cards, and games. A library of books for all ages. Sofa sleeper available as an add-on.
* Garage houses a ping pong table, a life-size Connect-4 children's game, kick boards for use at the community pools, pickleball paddles and balls, stored lounge chairs, a child/pet gate, and a high chair.
*Fully fenced private courtyard, complete with a hot tub, a gas BBQ grill, and an outdoor picnic table with seating
* In-unit Laundry includes an apartment-sized washer and dryer inside the house and a large-capacity washer and dryer in the garage. Soap is provided.
* Smart-lock access with Self check-in.

✓ Good to Know: Although primarily single-level, the home includes several changes in elevation, including entry steps, steps into the living room and game room, and steps into the principal ensuite shower. The generator does not heat the hot tub. Heavy-duty rings for hanging up to two (2) personal hammocks are available on courtyard posts (none are provided).

LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
The open great room looks straight out at the Pacific, with comfortable seating, a gas fireplace, and picture windows that fill the room with light.

Amenities include:
65" HDTV
Premium cable
Streaming apps
DVD player and movies
Books
Board games
Puzzles
Playing cards

No AC; central heating and ventilation fans balance Sea Ranch's cool coastal breezes for year-round comfort.

GAME ROOM
Through an architecturally designed sliding door, step down into the Game Room, a space for board and card games, TV watching, and quiet work when needed. A portable computer table is on hand, along with a window bench seat perfect for reading. A queen-size sofa sleeper is available as an add-on amenity for $200.

REMOTE WORK
Commercial-speed 920 Mbps Wi-Fi supports video meetings, streaming, cloud computing, and multiple devices simultaneously.

Workspace includes:
Dedicated office space in game room
Adjustable standing desk
Office chair
Ocean-view writing desk
Wireless printer

KITCHEN & DINING
Designed for cooks, the fully equipped kitchen includes:
JennAir range with gas cooktop, convection oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Ninja Air Fryer/Toaster Oven
Instant Pot
KitchenAid 5 qt. mixer
Blender
Food processor
Hand mixer
Coffee grinder
Electric kettle
Toaster
Ice maker

Coffee options include drip coffee, mokla pot/espresso, and French press, with a starter supply of whole coffee beans.

The kitchen is stocked with cookware, bakeware, serving pieces, spices, cooking oil, salt, pepper, dishwasher detergent, cookbooks, and a kitchen step ladder.

Prepare meals indoors or in the private courtyard, where there's outdoor dining and a gas BBQ.

✓ Good to Know: Please leave the BBQ reasonably clean. Excessive cleaning beyond normal turnover will be charged against the security deposit or reservation.

POWER OUTAGES
A whole-house standby generator automatically powers lighting, refrigeration, heating, internet, and essential outlets during utility outages.

✓ Good to Know: The generator does not heat the hot tub.

BEDROOMS
Fall asleep to the sound of the Pacific and wake to changing ocean views. All bedrooms include premium linens, extra pillows, blankets, portable fans, hangers, and easy access to the bathrooms.

Principal Suite: The principal suite features a king bed, ensuite bath, a generous closet, and private access to the enclosed courtyard, with the hot tub just outside the door.

The principal suite features:
King bed
Ensuite bath
Courtyard access
Large mirrored closet
Nightstands
Reading nook with bookcase
TV

GUEST BEDROOMS
Two additional guest bedrooms feature queen beds with ocean views, full closets, and nightstands, so family or friends can wake up to the beauty of the Pacific.

BATHROOMS
Both bathrooms include towels, washcloths, hand soap, body wash, a hair dryer, and toilet paper.

Grab bars are installed in both bathrooms for additional support.

ACCESSIBILITY
While Abalone Bay is not ADA certified, we've incorporated features that may benefit many guests with mobility needs.

Features include:
Single-story layout
Ground-level home
41" front door
29" interior bedroom doors
Grab bars in both bathrooms
Spacious principal bedroom
Under-bed clearance
Accessible parking

✓ Good to Know:
The home includes several interior and exterior steps. Guests using mobility equipment are encouraged to review the published measurements or contact us before booking so we can help determine whether the home meets their needs.

FAMILIES
Family amenities include:

High chair
Baby monitor
Baby gates
Configurable play yard
Children's books
Toys
Games
Puzzles
Outlet covers

✓ Good to Know:
The courtyard is enclosed, but nearby bluff trails are not fenced. Children should always be supervised outdoors.

DOGS WELCOMED
Up to two dogs are welcome. Assistance animals are always welcome.

We provide:
Dog waste bags
Scooper
Furniture covers
Kitchen gate
Enclosed courtyard

✓ Good to Know: Please follow Sea Ranch leash rules outside the home and promptly pick up pet waste. Guests are responsible for any damage, excessive cleaning, or HOA fines caused by their pets. Excessive barking may result in additional HOA charges and/or reservation termination if not corrected.

PRIVATE HOT TUB
The professionally maintained private spa has massage jets and is water-balanced on a regular schedule.

✓ Good to Know: Shower before entering when possible. Replace the cover after every use. No glass in or around the spa. Children must be supervised. Please do not adjust equipment settings. We will charge the responsible guest for damage, excessive cleaning, or service calls resulting from misuse.

LAUNDRY
For longer stays, the home includes:
Washer & dryer
Laundry supplies
Extra linens
Storage space
Light housekeeping essentials

Additional housekeeping is available upon request at an added hourly rate.

BEFORE YOU BOOK
Our goal is complete transparency, with no surprises.

If you have questions about accessibility, traveling with children, bringing dogs, or any feature of the home, please ask before booking. We're happy to provide additional measurements, photographs, or information to help you determine whether Abalone Bay is the right fit for your stay.

HOUSE & HOA RULES:
Guests are expected to follow the house and HOA rules, and Sonoma County ordinances:
* The primary guest must be an adult and be present for the entire stay.
* Guests are required to sign our legal rental agreement within 24 hours of booking. Failing that, the owner reserves the right to cancel the booking for failure to follow house rules.
* General occupancy is 6 persons, including children (3years and older). A sofa sleeper is available as an add-on for $100, allowing up to 8 total guests.
* No house parties, events, or third-party bookings (including Airbnb Experiences).
* No smoking or vaping is permitted anywhere on the property.
* Quiet hours are from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
* A maximum of two dogs are welcome. A pet fee of $80 for one dog or $160 for two will be added.
* The house operates on a septic system. Flush only toilet paper.
* Light restrictions at night require shades drawn and outside lights turned off when not in use.
* A ban on drones — leave them at home.
* No commercial photography and filming
* Lock up at checkout — pull down shades, lock all doors.
* Guest receives a maximum of six (6) pool passes and two (2) vehicle passes. Vehicles can be parked at the Unit within the screened parking area and within accessible garages at the Unit. Failure to display the guest pass may result in the vehicle being “booted” by The Sea Ranch Association Security Department. Guests must replace lost passes and pay a service fee. Owner shall remain harmless if the “boot” i

Sleeping configuration

Guest Bed 1

1 queen bed

Guest Bed 2

1 queen bed

Principal Bedroom

1 king bed

Game room work area

1 sofa bed

Game Room

1 single bed

What this place offers

67 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Hot Tub
Private Garden
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk chair

Shared spaces

Shared Pool
Shared Fitness Room/Gym
Shared Hottub
Basketball court, 3 Recreation Centers with pools, tennis courts, saunas
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Nearby activities

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Scuba diving or snorkeling
Surfing
Beach Volleyball
Kayaking
Golf
Tennis
Cycling
Swimming

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

Child friendly

Parents are responsible for child safety. There ar
  • Baby friendly
  • High chair

No events allowed

No smoking allowed

No smoking or vaping in the house or Sea Ranch com

Parking Included

1 Garage space and 1 screened outdoor parking on property. HOA parking tags required.

Meet the Host

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Donna C.

Owner

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I’m Donna Martinez, and along with my husband, Jorge Martinez, we are owners of the oceanfront Sea Ranch Abalone Bay located in coastal Sonoma County. We currently reside in Irvine, CA. I am on the Vacation Rental Committee for Sonoma County Tourism.
Member Since
March 2019

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Scenic views

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Location

WaterfrontOceanfront

Discover the Neighborhood

Sea Ranch is a stunning coastal community known for its breathtaking views and tranquil atmosphere. Nestled along the rugged Northern California coastline, this area features unique architecture that harmonizes with the natural landscape. The local culture emphasizes sustainability and respect for the environment, making it a perfect retreat for those seeking both relaxation and a connection to nature. Visitors can explore an array of attractions that showcase the area’s natural beauty. Scenic walking trails wind through the picturesque coastline and lush meadows, inviting you to immerse yourself in the stunning vistas. Nearby, the iconic Sea Ranch Chapel offers a moment of reflection, while the pristine beaches provide the ideal backdrop for picnics or a leisurely stroll. The neighborhood vibe is welcoming and laid-back, with a strong sense of community. Local eateries like Upper Crust Pizzeria and Trinks Cafe serve up delicious meals using fresh, local ingredients, making dining out a delightful experience. For a taste of authentic flavors, Miramar Mexican Grill is a favorite among locals, offering a vibrant atmosphere and mouthwatering dishes that perfectly complement a day spent in this beautiful coastal haven.
Sea Ranch Chapel
5 mins drive
Walk-On Beach Coastal Access
6 mins drive
Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport
1 hour 36 mins drive
Sea Ranch Apartments
10 mins drive
Upper Crust Pizzeria
10 mins drive
Trinks Cafe
11 mins drive

Getting around

Drive-in best. No public transportation nor Uber/Lyft options. Fly-in possible but must provide own ground transportation
Distances from accommodation
Exact location provided after booking.

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
11AM
Standard
Max Guests
8 People
Min Age
25
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Smoking • Parties
$Security Deposit
500
Refundable

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