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Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub

Fotogalerie von Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub

Ein modernes, zweistöckiges Haus mit großen Fenstern, einem Holzzaun und einer grünen Rasenfläche.
Ein Schlafzimmer mit großem Fenster, einem Bett, einem Fernseher auf einer Holzkommode und einer Bank.
Ein modernes Wohnzimmer mit Ledersofa, Couchtisch aus Holz und Blick auf den Ozean durch große Fenster.
Ein modernes Wohnzimmer mit Kamin, Ledersofas und einer Treppe, die in eine obere Etage führt.
Ein Whirlpool mit Meerblick, eine Holzterrasse sowie ein roter Tisch und Stühle.

Bewertungen

9,0 von 10.
Wunderbar

Ganzes Ferienhaus

3 Schlafzimmer3 BadezimmerPlatz für 8 Gäste

Beliebte Annehmlichkeiten

  • Pool
  • Whirlpool
  • Küche
  • Waschmaschine
  • Trockner
  • Haustiere erlaubt

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Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub

  • Welcome to Sea Break, an elevated bluff-top retreat just steps from Stengel and Ohlson beaches, where dramatic white-water views and effortless coastal living come together. Designed to embrace its spectacular oceanfront setting, this airy split-level home features panoramic windows, an ocean-facing hot tub, and inviting spaces perfect for families and groups looking to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of The Sea Ranch.

    Start your morning with coffee while watching the waves through the panoramic windows, spend the afternoon exploring nearby beaches and bluff-top trails, then return to the ocean-facing hot tub for a relaxing soak. Gather around the gas fireplace, enjoy a movie or live sports on the 50” 4K Smart TV, or prepare a meal in the fully equipped kitchen before settling around the large harvest table. With three bedrooms, four beds, ocean views from multiple rooms, and a short walk to Ohlson Recreation Center, Sea Break offers an unforgettable coastal getaway.

    Highlights:
    3 bedrooms • 4 beds • 2.5 bathrooms • Sleeps 8
    Elevated oceanfront bluff location
    Spectacular panoramic white-water Pacific Ocean views
    Steps from Stengel and Ohlson beaches
    Ocean-facing hot tub
    Ground-level private courtyard
    Gas fireplace
    New 50” 4K Smart TV
    FuboTV with live programming and sporting events
    Sonos speakers in living room and kitchen/dining area
    Bluetooth connectivity
    Fully equipped kitchen
    Bar seating for 4
    Large harvest dining table
    Games and puzzles
    Automated blinds
    Laundry room
    2-car garage
    Parking for up to 3 vehicles total
    Pet-friendly with separate small-dog enclosure
    Short walk to Ohlson Recreation Center
    Access to Sea Ranch private recreation facilities

    PLEASE NOTE: After your booking is confirmed, all guests are required to complete and sign the rental agreement before arrival. Additional information and instructions will be provided after booking.

    Sleeping Arrangements:
    3 bedrooms:
    Primary Suite: King bed, private balcony, TV with Apple TV, ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, ocean-view shower, and large walk-in closet
    Bedroom 2: Queen bed + twin bunk beds, ocean-facing views
    Bedroom 3: Queen bed + 46” flat-screen TV, ocean-facing views

    Bathrooms:
    Primary Suite: Ensuite full bathroom with dual sinks, ocean-view shower, and large walk-in closet
    Bathroom 2: Spacious full bathroom with tub and shower, shared by the two downstairs bedrooms
    Bathroom 3: Half bathroom near the main living area

    Note: A $75 pet fee applies per stay for guests bringing a dog.

    Exclusive Access to Sea Ranch Recreation Amenities
    As our guest, you'll enjoy access to three private recreation centers featuring heated pools, saunas, tennis courts, pickleball, and more.

    Del Mar Recreation Center
    Location: 40600 Leeward Rd. (West side of Highway 1, Mile Marker 56.88)
    Large outdoor heated pool
    Saunas
    Tennis courts
    Pickleball courts
    Beautiful coastal setting

    Ohlson Recreation Center
    Location: 37600 Highway 1 (West side of Highway 1, Mile Marker 53.76)
    Large outdoor heated pool
    Saunas
    Tennis courts
    Half-court basketball
    Volleyball court

    Moonraker Recreation Center
    Location: 35336 Moonraker Rd. (West side of Highway 1, Mile Marker 51.06)
    Heated outdoor pool
    Saunas
    Dedicated pickleball courts
    Regular drop-in pickleball sessions for all skill levels

    Recreation Passes:
    Per The Sea Ranch Association rules, we provide 2 recreation passes per rental. Each pass can accommodate up to 6 people when fully completed. If you need additional passes beyond the 2 provided, day passes are available for $5 per person, per day at the pool kiosk or the Sea Ranch Association office.

    Sea Ranch and Sonoma County Guidelines
    Drones are strictly prohibited in The Sea Ranch.
    Quiet hours must be observed between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM every day.
    No outdoor amplified sound is allowed at any time, day or night.
    Dogs must be leashed and cannot be left unattended.
    Maximum of 3 vehicles are permitted at the home, with a 2-car garage available. No RVs are permitted.
    Maximum occupancy is 8 guests for this home.
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    Sonoma County Permits
    TOT #2190
    Rental License #LIC25-0019

Ausstattung der Unterkunft

Pool/Wellnessbereich

  • Gemeinschaftspool
  • Whirlpool

Internet

  • Im Haus verfügbar: kostenloser Internetzugang per WLAN

Parkmöglichkeiten und Transfer

  • Zu den Parkmöglichkeiten auf dem Gelände gehört eine Garage

Küche

  • Geschirrspüler
  • Herdplatte
  • Kochgeschirr, Geschirr und Besteck
  • Kühlschrank
  • Mikrowelle
  • Ofen
  • Toaster
  • Wasserkocher für Kaffee/Tee

Gastronomisches Angebot

  • Esstisch

Schlafzimmer

  • 3 Schlafzimmer
  • Bettwäsche wird bereitgestellt

Badezimmer

  • 2.5 Badezimmer
  • Badewanne oder Dusche
  • Dusche
  • Haartrockner
  • Handtücher werden bereitgestellt

Wohnräume

  • Esstisch
  • Kamin

Unterhaltung

  • Bücher
  • DVD-Player
  • Fernseher mit Kabel-/Satellitensendern
  • Spiele

Außenbereiche

  • Balkon
  • Grill

Wäschepflegeausstattung

  • Waschmaschine

Komfort

  • Heizung

Haustiere

  • Haustierfreundlich

Eignung/Barrierearmut

  • Nichtraucherunterkunft

Attraktionen des Ortes

  • In Meernähe gelegen

Aktivitäten

  • Fitnesscenter
  • Kajak
  • Tennis
  • Naturwanderungen in der Nähe
  • Walbeobachtung in der Nähe

Sicherheitsvorrichtungen

  • Kohlenmonoxidmelder (der Gastgeber hat angegeben, dass in der Unterkunft ein Kohlenmonoxidmelder vorhanden ist)
  • Rauchmelder (der Gastgeber hat angegeben, dass in der Unterkunft ein Rauchmelder vorhanden ist)
  • Feuerlöscher

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Richtlinien

Anreise

Der Check-in beginnt um 16:00 Uhr
Ein kontaktloser Check-in und Check-out ist möglich
Mindestalter für den Check-in: 21 Jahre

Abreise

Check-out vor 10:00 Uhr

Hinweise zum Check-in

Eine Person, die mindestens 18 Jahre alt ist, muss die alleinige Verantwortung für diese Buchung übernehmen
Du erhältst vom Gastgeber eine E-Mail mit Angaben zu Check-in und Check-out.
Von der Unterkunft zur Verfügung gestellte Informationen werden ggf. mit automatischen Übersetzungstools übersetzt.

Hinweise für den Check-out

Der Gastgeber bittet darum, vor dem Check-out Folgendes zu erledigen:
Geschirrspüler einräumen und einschalten
Persönliche Gegenstände entfernen, übrig gebliebene Lebensmittel und Getränke entfernen und Abfall entsorgen
Lichter aussschalten, Türen abschließen und Schlüssel zurückgeben
Die Nichtbeachtung dieser Anweisungen kann zu einer negativen Bewertung durch den Gastgeber führen.

Haustiere

Haustiere sind willkommen.
Assistenztiere sind willkommen und von Gebühren ausgenommen

Kinder und Zustellbetten

Kinder sind herzlich willkommen.

Veranstaltungen

Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet

Rauchen

Rauchen ist nicht gestattet

Wichtige Informationen

Wissenswertes

Diese Unterkunft wird von einem professionellen Gastgeber verwaltet. Die Vermietung erfolgt zu gewerblichen, geschäftlichen oder beruflichen Zwecken.
Für zusätzliche Personen fallen möglicherweise Gebühren an, die abhängig von den Bestimmungen der Unterkunft variieren können.
Beim Check-in werden ggf. ein Lichtbildausweis und eine Kreditkarte, Debitkarte oder Kaution in bar für unvorhergesehene Aufwendungen verlangt.
Je nach Verfügbarkeit beim Check-in wird versucht, Sonderwünschen entgegenzukommen, sie können jedoch nicht garantiert werden. Eventuell fallen zusätzliche Gebühren an.
Partys oder Gruppenveranstaltungen sind auf dem Gelände der Unterkunft streng verboten.
Der Gastgeber hat angegeben, dass die Unterkunft über einen Kohlenmonoxidmelder verfügt
Der Gastgeber hat angegeben, dass es in der Unterkunft einen Rauchmelder gibt
Diese Unterkunft ist mit Sicherheitsvorrichtungen ausgestattet, darunter ein Feuerlöscher.
Diese Unterkunft verfügt über Außenbereiche wie Balkone oder Terrassen, die möglicherweise nicht für Kinder geeignet sind. Bei Bedenken wende dich am besten vor deiner Ankunft direkt an die Unterkunft, um sicherzustellen, dass dir ein passendes Zimmer zur Verfügung gestellt wird.
Diese Unterkunft wird von unserem Partner FeWo-direkt/Vrbo verwaltet. Du erhältst eine E-Mail von FeWo-direkt/Vrbo mit einem Link zu deinem Kundenkonto, in dem du deine Buchung ändern oder stornieren kannst.

Zur Gegend

Dieses Ferienhaus in Sea Ranch liegt am Meer. Sentinel Rock (Felsen) und Hauser Bridge zählen zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten der Region, während du hier die Schönheit der Natur bewundern kannst: Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve und Stengel Beach. Die Region bietet sehr viele Aktivitäten, zum Beispiel Naturwanderungen und Walbeobachtung. Zum Reiseführer für Sea Ranch
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Karte
Sea Ranch, CA

In der Umgebung

  • Ein Küstenstrand mit Wellen, sandigem Ufer und grüner Vegetation.
    Pebble Beach
    4 Autominuten - 3.6 km
  • Ein rustikales Backsteingebäude am Meer, umgeben von Wildblumen und einem Holzzaun.
    Black Point Beach
    6 Autominuten - 6.0 km
  • Ein rustikaler Holzzaun, ein kleines Gebäude mit einem Glockenturm und ein grüner Hügel im Hintergrund.
    Fort Ross State Historic Park
    28 Autominuten - 35.7 km
  • Eine zerklüftete Küstenlinie mit Felsen und brechenden Wellen.
    Sonoma Coast State Park
    41 Autominuten - 50.8 km
  • Stengel Beach
    2 Gehminuten - 0.2 km

Restaurants

  • The Café
    5 Autominuten
  • Trinks Cafe
    8 Autominuten
  • Cove Azul Bar & Grill
    8 Autominuten
  • Gualala Seafood Shack
    9 Autominuten
  • The Black Door Mexican Cuisine
    10 Autominuten

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Hat Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub einen Pool?

Ja, diese Unterkunft verfügt über einen Pool.

Ist Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub haustierfreundlich?

Ja, Haustiere sind in dieser Unterkunft erlaubt.

Wann ist der Check-in bei Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub?

Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.

Wann ist der Check-out bei Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub?

Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub?

Dank der ausgezeichneten Lage am Meer ist dieses Ferienhaus nur 0,5 km von Stengel Beach entfernt. Im Umkreis von 5 km befinden sich zudem: Shell Beach und Pebble Beach. Ebenfalls nur bis zu 5 km entfernt: Sea Ranch Chapel und Tide Pool Beach.

Bewertungen von Sea Break | Coastal Escape with Hot Tub

Bewertungen

Wunderbar

Alle angezeigten Bewertungen beruhen auf Erfahrungen echter Gäste. Nur Reisende, die ihre Unterkunft bei uns gebucht haben, können eine Bewertung abgeben. Wir überprüfen Bewertungen gemäß unseren Richtlinien und veröffentlichen alle Bewertungen, ob positiv oder negativ.
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13 von insgesamt 22 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 10 - Hervorragend
5 von insgesamt 22 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 8 - Gut
4 von insgesamt 22 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 6 - Okay
0 von insgesamt 22 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 4 - Schlecht
0 von insgesamt 22 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 2 - Ungenügend

9,2

Sauberkeit

9,6

Lage

Bewertungen

Verifizierte Bewertung

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great house, great location

We loved the house and the location - the views are amazing, and it’s so easy to go outside to the cliffs or walk to the rec center.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Mai 2025
Verifizierte Bewertung

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Beautiful sunny long weekend

The stay was great. The house was clean and had all the amenities you could want or need.
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juni 2024
Verifizierte Bewertung

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Wonderful large home right on the bluff. Terrific views. House is terrific, roomy, comfortable. Streaming TV with bluetooth devices to customize your entertainment. Kitchen well stocked with cooking implements and tableware. Thank you!!!!
Aufenthalt von 9 Nächten im Januar 2026
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

8/10 – Gut

Sea Break Adventure

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the house very much except for a massive ant infestation under the stove and a power outage that almost shortened our trip. Thankfully the owners (not the rental agency - they were MIA during our entire stay) were very responsive and had their generator fixed immediately. We were then able to enjoy our holiday, despite the 3 huge storms that blew in. The home was better than the pictures and they had a fully stocked kitchen with everything one would need to enjoy home cooked meals.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Perfect family retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is perfect for a multigenerational family vacation. It has something for everyone--bunkbeds, couple hideaway with incredible views, large kitchen/diining and pantry, incredible media center. Ju st steps from the bluff trail.
Verifizierte Bewertung

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Family Reunion

4 night Sea Ranch trip - several houses Lots of hiking, pickle ball, tennis and swimming! Great kitchen and amazing views of the ocean from upstairs living room. Clean and great garage for car. Lots and lots of stairs- unable to have 80 yo grandparents visit house. Bedrooms with lots of sleeping options
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im September 2023
Verifizierte Bewertung

8/10 – Gut

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Location Location Location

The stunning views are the highlight of the property. The multi levels may be difficult for some. Also we were told that the ant issue was seasonal and we were at the tail end of the season (late September), I really feel more effort needs to be made to control them - they did dampen our stay.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im September 2024
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

6/10 – Okay

Good Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A nice house in a great location and a great view. The only downside is that it is overrun with ants. You have to be very careful and constantly cleaning and even then they are still everywhere. It made the stay stressful.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

6/10 – Okay

Good Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A nice house in a great location and a great view. The only downside is that it is overrun with ants. You have to be very careful and constantly cleaning and even then they are still everywhere. It made the stay stressful.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

8/10 – Gut

Increible views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family always feels like we're coming home when we visit Sea Ranch. The accommodations offer stunning views and a serene atmosphere, with the sound of the ocean and waves visible from the windows, deck, and jacuzzi. The cliff path is conveniently just steps away.The kitchen was well-equipped for our cooking needs, and the beds were extremely comfortable. However, we did have a few suggestions to enhance our experience:Replace the pillows on the bed for added comfortProvide extra towels for the jacuzziInclude instructions on how to operate the upstairs fireplaceAdd a note in the upstairs bathroom indicating that the hot water setting is marked by the blue indicator (usually associated with cold water)Replace the yoga mat Provide laundry detergentAdditionally, we thought that replacing the shade with glass between the living room and the upstairs bedroom would provide more privacy and noise protection.Despite these minor suggestions, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and appreciated the close proximity to another unit, allowing our whole family to be together easily.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

6/10 – Okay

Great Views...But...

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sea Break has a great location, right on the Bluff Trail; the ocean views and sounds are tremendous! But the place itself is a very average rental property showing signs of neglect, particularly in the kitchen and dining areas. The cookware has been abused, and is all piled in a single drawer in a jumble; many lights are out throughout the house (there are two lights over the dining table, and one is out and the other flickers); the upstairs toilet runs. There is no recycling or composting bin. The hot tub is quite public and difficult to get in and out of. The hot water takes forever to get to any faucet and there is a tremendous amount of water wasted. The dishwasher is very old and does a very poor job; many items in the kitchen (dishes, pots and pans, knives) were disgustingly dirty and had to be washed before they could be used. Many of the windows are difficult to open and close; the sliding door in the dining area has to be carefully manipulated to get it to lock. Etc.I think I would stay here again, but I would have to adjust my expectations. It's like an expensive restaurant with great views but mediocre food: if you know ahead of time that that's what you're getting into, maybe you can be fine with it.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sea Break a lovely retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Views, views, and views. Loved hearing the sound of the ocean all day and night. Beautiful home accommodated our 6 guest. Would highly recommend.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Great house, great ocean views.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was well designed so we enjoyed family dinners and chilling in the large living room overlooking the ocean!
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Lovely stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean house with all possible kitchen equipment, which is good because we cooked a lot! Gated enclosed yard for our dog. Wonderful views and very relaxing.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

8/10 – Gut

Sea Break Review of Stay Jul 15 - Jul 20

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house had a terrific view of the ocean. LOTS of stairs involved - we got our exercise.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental is in a prime location--within walking distance to the ocean and beaches, yet not too breezy! We stayed with family and enjoyed wonderful views, upstairs living room telescope, and well appointed kitchen. There were lots of stairs between the 4 levels, so that's something to know if you have toddlers--or elderly. We had a great time & hope to return!!
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juni 2023
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Amazing views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The views from this house are absolutely stunning. It is so beautifully situated. The rooms were comfortable. The place was clean and decently maintained. The kitchen is well stalked with equipment but there is no edible cooking supplies provided, like salt.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sea Break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great House Great LocationGreat Service
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im April 2023
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Wonderful family vacation break at Sea Break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great bluff house with amazing down the coast views and a short walk to Ohlson Pool and beach. Nice 2 car garage provided extra room for bicycles which were ridden by grandchildren on the circle. Easy access across a meadow bike path to inner roads that brought us by a herd of sheep! Convenient walk-in pantry with adjacent open shelving for food supplies was well stocked with bowls, pans, even a waffle-maker. Hot tub, games, children’s books... a great house for kids over age 3 as there are lots of stairs. Sea Break is now on our list of favorite Sea Ranch houses! We’ll definitely be back!
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website

10/10 – Hervorragend

Wonderful week at Sea Break!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving week at Sea Break! This home has it all - breathtaking ocean views, situated right on the bluff trails (convenient for dog walking), short walk to rec center and beach access!The home has a lovely floorplan with plenty of privacy and room for everyone! We've stayed at many rental homes in The Sea Ranch and this is by far our favorite!