Forested home with private hot tub & fireplace near trails

Forest light filters through the canopy onto this secluded Sea Ranch gem. End the day in your private hot tub surrounded by forest quiet. A warm fire anchors cozy evenings after forest hikes. Room for 4 in this 2-bedroom home. Sea Ranch community pools, tennis courts, and the Lodge are nearby. Trails, tidepools, and two heated community pools -- all within reach. Wildflower meadows and shaded forest trails start right outside your door.

Enjoy everything from quiet window seats to a private hot tub at this, forested rental, surrounded by trees and natural beauty. This serene lodge is ideal for a family getaway for up to four or a romantic vacation for two.

Located in the Sea Ranch community in Northern California, this two-bedroom home feels like it's built right into the trees! Surrounded by nature, this perfect getaway has plenty of peace, quiet, and opportunities for relaxation - indoors and outdoors. Natural wood walls, comfortable surroundings, and amenities characterize this charming Sea Ranch home.

Relax in the living room on the sofa, watching a show on the cable TV or bringing a DVD along for movie night. This bright and airy room has large windows and oversized window seats, where you can lounge and read a good book. If you love to cook, you'll delight in honing your craft in the kitchen with professional cookware. Your fully equipped kitchen has all of the basic appliances, including a dishwasher, and extras like Henkel knives and KitchenAid appliances. At mealtime, a six-seat dining table surrounded by large windows is the ideal place to eat dinner.

Sleep in the main bedroom in the comfortable king-size bed, or head into the second bedroom to sleep in one of two extra-long twins. A maximum of four guests can sleep here comfortably between the two bedrooms. You'll also have two full bathrooms to share. Other amenities include a private washer/dryer and two outdoor lounge chairs, where you can relax in the pool and get some sun. In the evening, take a soak under the stars in the private hot tub, spend some time sweating all the stress of everyday life out in the sauna (at Sea Ranch rec centers), or both. Golf pros and amateurs alike love Sea Ranch Golf Links, a 6,649-yard course with rolling hills and incredible ocean views from every angle.

When you're not cooking in your vacation rental, you'll love dining at Black Point Grill in the Sea Ranch Lodge. You'll have incredible panoramas of the sea and a delectable dining experience full of internationally-inspired fare. Or, head into Gualala (about 10 miles away) for a dinner at Trinks (Wednesdays and Fridays).

Ready for the outdoor escape of your dreams? This and quiet vacation lodge in Sea Ranch has all you need for your Northern California getaway. Book today.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Choose from 2 bedrooms. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 4.

PROPERTY AMENITIES
-- 2 bedrooms, 2 bath
-- Private hot tub
-- Wood-burning fireplace

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

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. 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.

Stretching along ten miles of the Sonoma Coast, The Sea Ranch offers a rare blend of coastal wilderness and thoughtfully designed homes. Nearby highlights include community heated pool and hot tub (South) (3-minute drive), Pebble Beach access trail (3-minute drive), Black Point headland trails (4-minute drive). Explore over Sea Ranch's 50 miles of trails, discover tidepools at low tide, swim in heated community pools, and end the day with dinner at The Sea Ranch Lodge. Stock up in Gualala, just 10 minutes south, where you'll find grocery stores, restaurants, a hardware store, and gas. Bodega Bay is a beautiful drive for fresh seafood.

It's on the eastside of Highway 1 and all of the Sea Ranch beaches are just a quick drive away. Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa is the nearest airport, about 1.5 hours east. A car is essential for exploring the area.

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.

Visit in spring and the meadows explode with wildflowers. April through June is peak bloom season along the Sonoma Coast. The warmest months are June through September. Expect coastal fog most mornings that gives way to sunny afternoons.

Cell service can be spotty along the coast. The home has WiFi for staying connected.

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.