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Perched above the Pacific Coast

Family-friendly holiday home in Bodega Bay

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bodega Bay, CA
  • Place, Sonoma Coast State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Portuguese Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Area

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perched above the Pacific Coast

This house sits on a bluff directly above the ocean. Sit in the living room with a 180 degree view of the ocean, hear the waves as they roll in, watch birds of prey land on a cypress tree, and deer, foxes and other wildlife forage on the hill. Occasionally, see a whale or dolphin swimming off shore. At dusk, watch the sun set as you make dinner in the fully equipped kitchen with all new appliances. Later watch the moon and stars come out as you relax to the sound of the waves.

Guest access

A five minute walk to the beach, enjoy the craggy coastline, secluded coves and miles and miles of sand. You are less than 15 minutes away from shops and restaurants, horseback riding at Chanslor Ranch and kayak/paddle board rentals in Bodega Bay. A slightly longer drive will have you in the heart of Sonoma wine country.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
We are very firm on this. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the beds unmade, so cleaners know what beds to clean.
Turn off the heaters.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bodega Bay

Located in Bodega Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Bodega Bay Heritage Gallery and Rio Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Pee Wee Golf and Arcade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bodega Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Sonoma Coast State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Portuguese Beach - 1 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Carmel Beach - 2 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Bodega Dunes - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Doran Beach - 10 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishetarian Fish Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Tides Wharf Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Aquatica - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant & Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perched above the Pacific Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perched above the Pacific Coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perched above the Pacific Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perched above the Pacific Coast located?

This family-friendly Bodega Bay holiday home is located by the ocean, just steps away from Sonoma Coast State Park and Wright's Beach. Gleason Beach and Portuguese Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another perfect stay at this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at this property and had an amazing experience! The house was in a perfect location, looked just like the pictures, and everything worked exactly as expected. Natalie was such a wonderful and welcoming host, which made our stay even better. The only small tip I’d share for future guests is that cell service in the area can be a little spotty, so it’s a good idea to screenshot the directions ahead of time—but the instructions provided were absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Stunning location!

Stunning views. House is updated, clean, and very comfortable. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

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

Perfect Beach House

This property is in a fabulous location between Bodega Bay and Jenner. The views are spectacular and the house is equipped with everything you need to have a memorable stay. The host was extremely available and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjie T.

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

Gorgeous!

We loved this place. It exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Urs F., Zurich

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

Perfect stay at the Ocean side

We spent a wonderful stay at this house. Our family was stunned by everything. Starting from the whole interior of the house and the rooms and of course with the perfect setting of the house with the magnificent view over the ocean. We can highly recommend this wonderful house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Beautiful Beach House

A beautiful beach house with an incredible view. The house is very clean and comfortable. The view of the ocean and beach are stunning and it’s only a short walk down to the beach below. Close to Jenner and Bodega Bay. My husband, daughter and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend staying here. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen D.

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

gorgeous beach view home

my partner and I, and my parents, loved this place. the unmarred views of the beach, the rocks, the ocean are hard to beat, and the house itself was appointed wonderfully. comfortable and lovely at the same time. Natalie was so responsive and warm whenever we had a question. we felt immediately at home while also feeling like we were someplace very very special. truly lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kevin A.

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

Amazing views, terrible sleep

The home is in an amazing location with incredible views of the ocean, however, the sleeping situation is lacking. The bed in the master bedroom was extremely hard and all the beds in the home showed significant signs of overuse with deep depressions where people lay. There were also minor issues with cleanliness as pots and pans have been left dirty and some minor filth left on the grill..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., Cypress

Great Property!

This place was a perfect ending to a great vacation. We spent a few days in the Bay Area and wanted tond hop out to the coast for a couple of days before flying back to Houston and what a grea tchoice this was. Natalie did everything so well that we didn't even have to ask anything (which is the first time I can say that). Everything was just as advertised and even more! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Exceeded Expectations

The overall process was seemless (from booking to check-in). The property management was very responsive to inquiries. The actual condo was as pictured, if not better, and was close to Universal Studios and other local attractions. I'd highly recommend checking out the SmallCakes bakery that's within walking distance (as well as a pharmacy, grocery store, liquor store, etc).
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Ingrid D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach House

The house is beautifully decorated and well-stocked with most everything you need to get started. Gorgeous view of the beach and close enough to hear the waves. They have a couple beach chairs and plenty of beach towels for guest use. Beds were comfortable, and bedding was clean. A couple windows were missing screens, and it was hot enough that we needed them open. Showers and bathroom floors could’ve been cleaner. At this price point, I expect them to be spotless. Overall, it was a lovely home, and we enjoyed it for a couple nights on our Northern California road trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Let’s do it again !

We loved the house from the first minute until we said goodbye. Very clean - everything we needed was there. The view of the beach was like a green screen. It was so amazing. Very comfortable for our family. Put the kids up in the loft and they had plenty of space with even better view than the first floor, love that the temperatures at the beach were cooler than those 30 minute inland so we did both usually every day. We had the beach to walk on, very medicinal. And then we had the river and Guerneville to hang out in shorts and tank tops. We plan on repeating the next year. Everybody in the family had a great time and a big part of that was the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Amazing location and view! Book it before someone else does!

This property has an amazing view and is recently updated. Very clean. Nice amenities. We were two families staying here for a long weekend. The kids slept in the loft area and the two adult couples each had a room. The beach access is a 2 minute walk from the front door of the home. Please note that it does require walking along a pathway next to Highway 1 for about 50 feet, and then through the paved entrance to the Duncan’s Landing parking lot, and then down to the beach. This was a minor setback for us because at our kids’ ages, we did not trust them to make this walk alone so we were not able to “set them free” to play on the beach while we watched from the deck, but this is a personal problem and not the fault of the property. I only bring it up for future families to be aware of. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking meals. BBQ and washer/dryer are very handy to have. Communication was excellent. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view. Super clean house. Very modern kitchen. Easy access to the beach. This whole experience was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! This view is absolutely beautiful and listening to the waves crash is heavenly! We didn’t want to leave the couch or deck. We had everything we needed for a relaxing girls weekend. Thorough instructions and homey amenities made it perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

johnson k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the house is amazing. It was clean. It was beautiful. I can't think of more to say but amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property with great views.Well stocked with all necessities.We really enjoyed it. Also nice to have a garage.Getting the tv/dvd/ controls was a bit confusing but would not deter us from staying again…most likely our own technology challenges Fabulous five nights!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

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

Place is great!

All good. Very happy. 5 starts. Wish they had some standard easy to make coffee set up with little creamers... like in most hotel rooms. Some things in pantry was not obvious to find.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love to stay at this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eman b.

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

Breathtaking views w/beach access walking distance

What a beautiful home with an amazing view! In spring time the sun sets right in front of your eyes. Brought a 3 and 5 year old. No direct beach access but the walk to access the beach is short and easily accessible. Not a lot of light pollution nearby so the sky is illuminated with stars. House is in great condition, well maintained, well stocked with essentials. Beds were comfortable and clean. Garage is ideal for almost anything except a full size truck. ( This is not a complaint just some insight) Not a problem for me I parked adjacent to the home . Be mindful when parking so your not block the road. Last but not least Natalie is a great host! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

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

Amazing views and wonderful stay!

We love this home. We've stayed here twice within the year (different seasons) and each time we've enjoyed our stay. Short-term rentals are not always well-appointed or well thought out and you end up needing to bring most items or do without, like camping, but this home has supplies and conveniences galore. For example, my husband loves to cook and kept exclaiming, they have this and this... it made our stay that much more enjoyable. We've previously visited with friends but this stay, we brought our son (teenager) and my mother-in-law. Each person appreciated the home in their own way. And the view, AMAZING!!! Couldn't ask for a better stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela N.

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

The view!

We had a wonderful stay, enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the sunsets! We had everything we needed! The home was upgraded and cozy at the same time. The beach was close and never with a lot of people even though it was a holiday week. Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Magdalena P.

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

Best host

The host was so accommodating and flexible where possible. I've appreciated it so much :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Amazing Thanksgiving Beach Getaway

This was our second stay and just as fabulous as the first. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Natalie Patrizio

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