I've been coming to Sea Ranch for years, yet I had never heard of Stone Ranch until recently. A…read morefriend invited me to their First Sunday of the Month public tour, and I left in awe. Stone Ranch is an enduring legacy of Peter Mullins, who devoted his life to stones, and it has now been lovingly opened to the public by his daughter, Genevieve Mullins. Spread across acres of redwoods, this open air museum holds a collection of extraordinary stone art installations and a few unique dwellings perfect for retreats, weddings, and special events. Absolutely not to be missed when you're in the area. Plan at least 2-3 hours to enjoy the art rain or shine (as a matter of fact some installations come alive with color when raining). See www.Stoneranchmendo.com for the history, tours info, and venue rentals.

From the owner: The stunning view from the top of the Fish Rock Watch Tower overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the…read moreMendocino Stone Ranch is a memory made to last. Perched at the top of the ridge overlooking the Pacific Ocean – Mendocino Stone Ranch is the perfect unique venue for a wedding, elopement, family reunion, anniversary party, birthday party, corporate retreat, or event of any kind – that you and your guests will never forget. Mendocino event venue Stone Ranch boasts over 30 one of a kind stone masonry art installations created by stone masons from around the world, linked by trails throughout 30 walkable acres of beautiful redwood forest with stunning ocean views. We are located in Anchor Bay, CA, a 2-hour drive from Santa Rosa, 10 minutes north of Gualala, and 15 minutes south of Point Arena, CA, on the Mendocino Coast. Our 35-acre outdoor event venue space is perfect for weddings, corporate events, retreats, and any celebration. Self tours are offered M-F, 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. Guided tours happen the first sunday of every month, 12pm-2pm email contact@stoneranchmendo.com to RSVP

I did not stay there. I stayed at moonstar cottage and was dissappointed…read more i sent my lengthy honest rating of moonstar cottage to BOOKING .COM, but could not find my rating or any rating for that matter at BOOKING .COM i believe they are affilliated with Vacasa. copies of rating sent to owners and to staff at Vacasa in Portland Oregon, no reply! Also, no reply from BOOKING .COM. The cost per day was $434.00, we stayed a week, $3,040.00. Wanted to leave after one day/night there, but no refunds at all! I gave it 2 stars because the hot tub and view were wonderful, but so much negative,= 2 stars Adrian Peet

You can't ask for a better spot for beautiful views of the ocean and a place "far from the madding…read morecrowd". The owners Richard and Shelley provided everything we needed for a getaway to enjoy the northern California coast in comfort and privacy. The cabin is fully equipped including cable tv, dvd, fully supplied kitchen, comfortable beds, plush towels in the bathroom, and an outside deck directly overlooking both the cove and ocean. There's a round table with chairs and umbrella to get out of the sun and two very comfy chairs (one lounge with footrest) to sit and read or just take in the beautiful views. Best sunsets around! Thank you, Richard and Shelley, for providing such a wonderful getaway!

Avoided the 101 degree record in Santa Rosa while enjoying 62-75 degrees here in Abalone Bay Sea…read moreRanch. Took daily walks with our dog on the bluff trail located just outside the house. Ate out at some local restaurants but also took advantage of the fully equipped kitchen to make a couple of meals in house. These are just a few things that make Abalone Bay special place to stay.

Stunning views, comfortable stay, and an incomparable host! Huge windows make it feel like the…read moreocean and coastal bluffs are part of the living room. The place is beautifully decorated and spotless, with so many thoughtful touches throughout. I needed to squeeze in a bit of remote work during my vacation and AB make it so easy. The wifi is fast and reliable (not always a given in this area) and cell service was solid too. There's a good desk setup with a comfortable chair, plus plenty of cozy spots to relax. Staring out over the pacific honestly made feel like I wasn't even working. What really made my stay special was Donna's warmth and hospitality. She feels more like an old friend than just a host. She's so so kind, full of local tips, and genuinely committed to making sure everything went well. I always felt welcome and supported, never like I was a bother no matter how many questions I had. Can't wait to come back!

this place has one of those views you never knew existed! imagine, sitting in the hot tub and…read morelooking over the most beautiful piece of shoreline ever created, and that is the Moonstar! there are two options, the house and the cottage. both have very similar views, although from the house you get more of a panoramic view. also, you can actually look down and see a sea-arch sticking out from the cliffside. i think i spent the entire day just gazing out on the beautiful view! this is just a fantastic place that has to be experienced.

The best personal service on the Mendocino Coast. We have dealt with several agencies over the last…read more40+ years and Coasting Home is by far the best we've found.

We rented a home with this agency, mainly due to lack of choices from our preferred vacation…read morerental. The home we rented (for over $400 per night, plus a $200 non-refundable cleaning deposit) was the "Urban Escape" on Sea Ranch. The property itself was in need of some repairs and upgrades: the hot water tank gave out the first night. The rental agency contact did get a plumber out to us, but I had got the pilot to stay lit while he was there, and he left with the wrong diagnosis (improper ventilation). After repeated re-lightings, the pilot would not stay on. We gave up on it. Also, the built-in microwave was kaput, and the original oven controls were missing. A replacement microwave was set on a counter. One day into the stay, a cabinet door to the kitchen sink area fell off. The fill cycle in the master bath toilet would not shut off without jiggling the handle. Coasting Home should have known of the issues with this home, and should not have listed it. Answer? $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

We've used Beach Rentals for years. They treat us like family. Love Rochelle, she's the best!read more

This is the vacation home rentals in Sea Ranch we use. We will always use them. We tried a…read moredifferent one , one year, and regretted it, and went right back to our tried and true Beach Rentals. These Folks bend over backwards for you. They go the extra mile to make sure you are taken care of. If we are running late, they make special arrangements for the house key, and make sure the hot tub is heating up. We have found over the years that it is actually cost effective and far more rewarding to rent a home in Sea Ranch than stay in a Hotel or Inn on the Coast. They only take checks or cash no credit cards. A ROMANTIC GETAWAY MUST! [A cautionary tale: if you are going to enjoy the hot tub late at night, make sure one of the doors is unlocked, or you have the key with you. We did not: and the only window open was on the second floor bathroom - a skinny one. So, my hunny put the teak bench on it's end, hoisted himself into that tiny crevice and bam down to the floor he goes. After he visited a black widow spider on his way through, but he was fine, I think the spider was to busy trying to figure out what was going on! The rest is history... just don't forget to take care of the door before your legs turn to rubber in the hot tub!]

The point arena lighthouse is very impressive and it's history is very interesting. This is…read moreactually the 3rd lighthouse on the premises. It is well worth the $5 extra fee to climb to the top. The views from the top of the lighthouse are inspiring and very beautiful. Very polite staff and a nice gift shop as well.

I went out to the light house but parked outside the gate. Beautiful scenery and view of…read morelighthouse. Grounds look nice and clean. Ample parking inside and outside the main gate. Views of the oceans and lighthouse. I had my dogs with me and they needed to run. I'm confident the light house and grounds are just as spectacular inside the complex as they looked from outside the gates.

The Hilton House was the perfect place for our getaway in August. The house itself is beautiful,…read morewith comfortable and stylish accommodations that met and exceeded all of our expectations. We especially loved the fantastic backyard, which was a great place to relax and enjoy the evenings. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a beautiful and relaxing place to stay!

We had a one week stay recently at this house and it was great. Everything was a 10 out of 10…read more Jason was a great host and thhouse was stocked up with goodies. Great location with ocean waves crashing. Highly reccomend booking this house.

This was our second stay at Wharf Masters Inn, and it somehow managed to be even better than the…read morefirst! We spent two nights here celebrating my birthday and our anniversary, and it remains my absolute favorite place to stay on this side of the coast. Karen is such a wonderful host and truly makes you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. She prepared an incredible spread during our stay, including a delicious charcuterie board, flatbread, artichoke dip, and her famous "Slap Yo Mama" gumbo with fresh dipping bread. The name doesn't lie...it absolutely SLAPS! Hands down the best gumbo I've ever had. Room 120 was spacious and comfortable, with an amazingly comfortable bed and the perfect ocean view!! There is nothing better than lying in bed, watching the ocean, and listening to the waves. I also enjoyed a bubble bath with the jetted tub both days, which made for the perfect relaxing getaway. The balcony is nice with tall chairs and a table to enjoy a glass of wine (or three lol) in the evenings. :) If you're looking for a peaceful coastal retreat with exceptional hospitality, beautiful ocean views, and thoughtful touches throughout your stay, I can't recommend Wharf Masters Inn enough. We already can't wait to come back!!

Ok after being here for the weekend Cliff and Karen went out of there way to make our stay very…read morenice the rooms excellent lots to see the coast up is beautiful, nice complementary breakfast between eight and 10 down in their little diner coffee, waffles, yogurt, etc., enough to get you going, beautiful courtyard, where you can watch the local musicians on Friday nights and also order a like dinner. Cliff also told me that the best way to book is calling him direct because Expedia tax on an extra 20%. I'll leave the phone number info@wharfmasters.com phone number 707-882-3171 will be back. Enjoy.

Things have been more stressful than usual (don't we all know) so when my sister suggested a…read more"sister escape" I jumped at the chance. She had been here before but it was my first time and I can't say enough good things about it. Deanna and Cab clearly love their place and share it freely. We did the farm tour which was very inspirational and informative for wannabe gardeners like us! I feel inspired. We had fresh eggs and fresh picks from the garden at every meal. Beautiful views and so relaxing to just sit out in nature. Don't miss the stars at night and do not miss getting the fried chicken basket! We definitely will return, I think it needs to at least be a yearly event!

We had such a wonderful experience here and it makes an amazing retreat for when you need a place…read moreto slow down from the hustle and bustle of life. Our cozy cottage was clean with a great view of the garden and ocean. The bed is very comfortable and the provided space heater helped kept us warm at night. Only con I have to say is the pillows were very flat so we had to sleep with both pillows on top of each other for more support. I love that it had a full kitchen so you can cook delicious meals with fresh ingredients such as the daily delivered eggs straight from the chickens and greens you pick from the garden. If you want a break from cooking or want a meal prepped for when you arrive, you can add in the option of a dinner or picnic basket to your reservation as well. For the activities such as chicken chat and goat gab we weren't able to attend; it was raining pretty heavily during our stay so we opted to stay indoors and enjoy the cozy cabin. For the moments where the rain would stop, it was nice to explore the land, making stops by the bunnies and chickens with our dogs. Definitely planing on coming back! Would love to experience Mar Visita during the spring or summer!