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Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets

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front deck of Casa Pacis
Casa Pacis
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Front Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Center BA

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

MBA

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets

Charming cottage in superbly private yet close to ocean location at desirable "Walk-on-Beach" location of The Sea Ranch. MBR with CA-king bed; second BR with single twin bed, 2BA. No pets, 2 people max. occupancy.

The Sea Ranch is a world-renowned primary residence and secondary home community along a 10-mile stretch of California's breathtaking coastline, about 110 miles north of San Francisco.

Staying in Casa Pacis at The Sea Ranch includes free access to three recreation centers with pools with saunas and tennis/pickle-ball courts, and low green fee access to the 18-hole Sea Ranch Golf Links.

The Sea Ranch is particularly famous for its strict architectural standards, following the motto "building light on the land.'" Houses are intentionally unobtrusive in order to optimally blend into the environment; vehicles are parked off-street out of view; power lines are under-ground. Essentially no vehicular traffic on 40+ miles of internal roads. No street lighting provides stunning views of the night skies.

Casa Pacis shares three lot lines with commons areas and the 4th with two undeveloped lots, which provides for exceptional privacy and unobstructed ocean views.

The Sea Ranch territory is ideal for recreational bicycling and has tens of miles hiking trails. Features like low building profiles, no fences marking lot lines, no sidewalks, and no roof-top antennas clearly differentiate Sea Ranch from normal "suburbia.'"

Located directly above the Sea Ranch's most beautiful sand dunes, at a cul-de-sac near "Walk-on-Beach," this small and over-all modest vacation home has picturesque ocean views from everywhere inside.

The "Casa Pacis" home has approximately 900 square feet of living area and a view loft. It features ceramic tile floors and wall-to-wall carpeting, as well as vaulted ceilings. Large view windows, comfortable furniture, a desirable conventional open fireplace, and decor will contribute to making your stay pleasant and memorable.

The kitchen is well equipped with modern appliances. Enjoy the extra-large wrap-around deck area with built-in hot tub (with ocean view), and the overall uniquely private yet close-to-ocean setting.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* Cleaning service and linens provided.
* 2-person maximum rental occupancy.
* No pets or assist animals, no smoking.
* You will find more information and pictures in our specific website (see link below).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

Ask for ad-hoc exception

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Events

No events allowed

No parties involving unregistered guests

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No exception, please!

Prospective guests must explicitly confirm that they will abide by our stated rules (no animals, 2 people max, no smoking, no events)

Guests are subject to THE SEA RANCH ASSOCIATION SHORT TERM RENTAL RULES and are responsible for penalties issued for non-compliance.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 902644
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
Note from host: no parties involving unregistered guests
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Sea Ranch

Located in Sea Ranch, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sea Ranch Golf Links and Bowling Ball Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and B. Bryan Preserve. Gualala Arts Center and Pennyroyal Farm are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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The Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Walk On Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seal Rookery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tide Pool Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sea Ranch Chapel - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shell Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trinks Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Pacis - cozy, superb ww-views in desirable Sea Ranch location; no pets located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Walk On Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Shell Beach and Sea Ranch Chapel. Sea Ranch Golf Links and Seal Rookery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very peaceful place to stay. House was clean and perfect location to the beach. Really enjoyed how close it was to the bluff trails and fairly private.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Colleen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ocean views were lovely, as was the sound of the pounding surf.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with an expansive view of meadows, wildlife, and ocean. Exquisite sunsets. Cozy, serene, and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deanna b.

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

Casa pacis

Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall P.

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

Casa Pacis

We had a perfect week at Sea Ranch in Casa Pacis.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Lovely stay!

I've stayed in many Sea Ranch homes over the decades and this may be my favorite yet. The size was perfect for us, there were spectacular white water views and the ease of walking to the bluffs was terrific. I also liked that is was so close to Gualala and galleries and restaurants and groceries. A wonderful time all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garret J.

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

Excellent Stay

Excellent location and opportunity to unplug and recharge in such a beautiful area. Klaus was very easy to work with. I couldn't recommend this home more.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Snowmobile Vacation

The home is amazing. Had a group of 9 staying and more than enough room for everyone. Owners were attentive when microwave not working and had a new one in the next day. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

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

Heavenly spot

Host was wonderful and most helpful. House is charming and exceptionally well equipped. We wanted for nothing including coffee for our use. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeromie M.

Beautiful, relaxing time

The rental was perfect. The location in the meadow, near the ocean, was serene and private. We saw more wildlife this trip than ever before. We definitely plan on reacting this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

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

Perfect proximity

Love this house, the size (just perfect for two), the proximity to the beach, and the friendliness of the hosts. Close enough to walk to, see and hear the ocean, but far enough not to see Bluff Trail walkers right up close. Tidy, well equipped, with lots of privacy too. Hosts friendly and responsive. Will definitely want to stay again when in Sea Ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Casa Pacis Stay

Sea Ranch is a wonderful coastal getaway in Northern California and Casa Pacis is an excellent, comfortable, and convenient home for any twosome. Clean, functional, and with all the necessities and more. The house is nicely located in terms of its magnificent views, walking trails, recreation centers as well as shopping and restaurant conveniences in the town of Gualala.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get away

The energy of this VRBO was perfect, very artistic setting. Truly a place to relax. Close access to the beach, and walking paths. VRBO needs some TLC. Deep cleaning, new window treatments, and updated furniture. This was our first visit to Sea Ranch, and we will be visiting again. Not sure if it would be Casa Pacis.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
Subsequent to his stay, we substantially renovated the entire premises. This included installation of a new jacuzzi tub and some new furniture in the living room and front room.
Verified

8/10 Good

christy b.

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

Casa Pacis

Beautiful area with breathtaking scenery. Great places to hike and trails everywhere. Bring food with you or be prepared to go to the grocery store often. A lot of restaurants are closed during the beginning of the week, even in the other closest towns. Check before you go. Bring spices and things with you as the house has no food condiments or seasonings. When I go again, I will plan the food part of my trip better. Otherwise a nice stay and very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We provide paper and cleaning products, and some teas usually coffee. Since seasonings are so much a matter of individual taste and need to be fresh, we mostly rely on our guests to bring their own favorite spices. There are also two supermarkets in Gualala, just 2.5 miles north of Casa Pacis. Following the pandemic, it has become exceedingly difficult for restaurants to retain qualified personnel, and we all are looking forward to getting back to some more "normal" situation. We keep a section in our dedicated website, where we include recommendations about local restaurants.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gail H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

love location, house pretty good

House older than expected, had few problems though the owner was very responsive and helpful. Rules a bit over the top--use one towel per person or wash and dry extras yourself.For luxury price, I expected more luxury. Difficulty with keys when first arrived--took a while to get door open. All that being said, I might say there again
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

andy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Two Winning Features

The two winning features of this home are its location and the rental cost. The home is very tired and it shows everywhere - from sliding glass and screen doors to indoor and outdoor furniture. The decor is quaint but out-of-date and the outdoor spa/hot tub is small and control panel is hard to figure out. There is more to comment on but enough for now. I only wish we knew the age and condition of the place before we rented. I’m certain the owners are good people and we’ll intentioned. But if it was not for the price I might suggest either an update or drop it out of the VRBO rental pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We still make our small, modest, clean vacation home with terrific unobstructed ocean views, located in a most desirable location close to the bluff trail and the only sand dunes of Sea Ranch, yet quiet and with supreme privacy, available for guests to enjoy at very reasonable cost. We do offer the amenities which a party of two people typically likes, including a K-bed with recent new mattress, unlimited free high-speed Internet, kitchen with all major appliances, a professionally serviced hot tub, two W/D units, as well as some timeless, comfortable Scandinavian furniture, of our taste. At least 180 out of the most recent 184 reviews attest that our guests overwhelmingly like their choice.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Casa Pacis: Nice place and responsive owner

Casa Pacis is a nice (in the traditional and interesting Sea Ranch style), peaceful (away from other houses and distractions), and well-equipped (nicely provided kitchen, electronics, WIFI, etc.) house. The property is well maintained. Unfortunately, when my wife and I were at the house, we had a couple of problems – a window blind broke and we had objectionable heater noise in the master bedroom. The owner was responsive to correcting the problems, and I doubt other guests will be affected by them. The check-out housekeeping requirements were also a bit confusing and a burden for us, but the owner was open to receiving feedback. Within days, a clear and very fair new policy was implemented. It is reassuring that in addition to providing a nice place for guests, the owner is interested in their satisfaction and is responsive if problems arise. A note on activities: The house is a good place to relax and get away from it all – it even has a small library of books. Outdoor possibilities are fantastic: Numerous walking/hiking trails that offer a variety of land and ocean settings. We saw whales, seals, pelicans, and deer on our walks. There is good street cycling because roads in the Sea Ranch complex are lightly traveled (guests can use a couple of bikes at the house, but we brought our own). We discovered hidden beaches and groves of woods here and there. Tips: Bring slippers as the owner asks that outdoor shoes not be worn in the house. We liked this because the floors and carpets were very clean. Also be prepared to dress in layers: The weather changes almost daily (fog on some days and full sun on others – typical of the northern California coast). Know what California’s seemingly most common native shrub-vine, poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum), looks like and avoid it. There is none on the property, but it crops up near trails. The Surf Supermarket in nearby Gualala on Hwy 1 doesn’t look like much from the road, but we liked it a lot better than the Gualala Supermarket across the street. Check out the nice selection of local artisan breads at Surf.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
We are grateful to conscientious reviewers such as Mr. H.. They keep us in touch with what our renters like to find when they open the door to the vacation home, where to stay for the next days they have paid hard-earned money for. It has been, and will continue to be, our high priority to honor their trust in us by offering the best value we can. On the very day when the reviewer departed, even before we were able to address the issues raised by him, new renters arrived, who just now responded to my security deposit refund, "Thank you! We felt it was the best vacation we’ve ever been on. It truly is a house of peace. We’ll be back! - C...y." During the last twenty+ years of making Casa Pacis available as a vacation rental home, we have enjoyed a great number of similar e-mails and guest book entries. With appreciation to our renters and reviewers, K&G H
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yakov E.

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

A very private beautifully located home

Casa Pasis was a great discovery for us in Sea Ranch. It is a perfect place for as couple. The house has a very private location, unlike many ocean front houses which are right on the public beach trail. At the same time it has a wonderful unobstructed view of the ocean. The house is extremely well equipped for a very comfortable stay. The hosts were very quick to answer all our questions, and a pleasure to communicate with. We stayed in many houses in Sea Ranch, and Casa Pasis is among the two very best (the other house which we liked is much larger and not anymore on the market). So we will certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Amazing retreat

Seaside retreat with peaceful views from house, deck, and hot tub. Relaxing is an understatement. Explored the sleepy coast and breathtaking views north and south. We'll be back...no question.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

A delightful place to be

The house was lovely, beautiful fresh flowers in the house that were very much appreciated , a glorious unobstructed view. A perfect Sea Ranch house, most definitely the nicest of the houses that we have stayed in sea ranch over the years. Overall extremely comfortable with everything anyone could possibly need. Even the pillows were comfortable. We had a very nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA T.

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

A Tranquil Respite

Thanks to my hosts for having a quiet , sunny , picture from every window ideal charming mid century house. I was comfortable , private , peaceful easy acess to an incredible beach and coastal trails. Well stocked and easy to live in with plenty of room and a great little hot tub . A perfect haven for an artist to dream in . many thanks for being such welcoming hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

House of Peace

Aptly named, Casa Pacis is a peaceful, comfortable and well cared for home with beautiful ocean views from every room. It is ideally located for hiking, biking and golfing within the private Sea Ranch community. Information provided by the host, Klaus, about the home and area attractions was most helpful. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

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

2 thumbs up!

Great location and good floor plan layout for my wife and I. Really loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon L.

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

A wonderful getaway

We loved Casa Pacis. It is a warm, comfortable home equipped with everything we needed and more. It's location near the bluffs overlooking the ocean is perfect. We could hear the breakers even from the home. It's proximity to Gualala was also appreciated. We had a memorable week. and would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Great Property in Sea Ranch

Great property, well kept in a beautiful area. Saw more stars than I ever have. Beach is walkable, trails are fantastic. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Klaus Heinemann

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Amazing natural beauty. The climate at Sea Ranch is markedly warmer and sunnier than elsewhere on the Central California coast.

Why they chose this property

We discovered Sea Ranch shortly after we had immigrated to the United States, and immediately fell in love with it, probably because it reminded us in natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast in Italy and in climate of the German North Sea islands. We purchased our lot and built Casa Pacis in 1983 and enjoyed every minute of our numerous stays in this gorgeous environment ever since. It is remarkable that, even though many years passed since we first visited Sea Ranch, the unique character of this incredible place has been preserved. Much of the interior and exterior has been renovated.

What makes this property unique

--- Close to ocean and ocean sounds;
--- unobstructed ocean views
--- superb privacy, peaceful location
--- 2 undeveloped lots in front, commons in back and sides)
--- 100 yards from the 10-mile long ocean bluff trail
--- hot tub built into ocean view deck
--- desirable open fireplace
--- free, unlimited high-speed fiber-optics Internet

Languages:

English, German

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