Unit Code 34A Lot 23.....TOT #4424N. Charlie’s Retreat provides a rare mix of elegant Sea Ranch design, stunning ocean views, and practical comfort for a relaxing vacation.

Designed by legendary Sea Ranch architect Obie Bowman, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home centers on a great room/kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows and gorgeous panoramic ocean views.

Four ensuite bedrooms flank both sides of the great room, creating ample space for privacy, remote working, reading a good book, or just gazing at the ocean and west meadow wildlife. Both primary suites have stunning views, one with its private deck. All bedrooms have desks and computer monitors too – if you need to work or start on that novel you’ve always wanted to write.

With an open concept great room/kitchen/dining room, cook in the well-stocked kitchen while friends sip wine and kids play board games or watch a movie

The home’s outdoor spaces are abundant, with an enclosed courtyard garden at the front and an expansive ocean-view deck off the great room. Located on a private cul-de-sac, steps from the Del Mar Center pool, sauna and tennis courts, the trails and beaches are a short walk away and Gualala’s restaurants and shops are a short drive. For those with electric vehicles, there's a level 2 EV charger available at this home (Tesla Universal Dual Plug Type - Compatible for All North American EVs - 48A with 24' Cable). The house also has a whole-house backup generator so you can be cozy during the occasional power outages on the coast.

A fabulous spot for a dog-friendly family vacation, a week of remote working or a retreat with friends.

4 ensuite bedrooms: 1-queen, 1-California king, 1-queen + 2 bunk beds, 2 bunk beds + queen sofa sleeper.
High-speed Wi-Fi.
High-end appliances, ample cookware, dishes and small appliances, including Breville espresso maker and built-in instant hot water at the sink. Surveillance camera in driveway for insurance purposes.
Dog-friendly, with a fenced-in courtyard and large dog door.
Outdoor seating, heaters and fire pit/table.
Washer/dryer - in garage.
Gas fireplace.




SEA RANCH AND SONOMA COUNTY GUIDELINES
Drones are strictly prohibited in The Sea Ranch.
Quiet hours must be observed between 9pm and 7am every day.
No outdoor amplified sound is allowed at any time day or night.
Dogs must be leashed and cannot be left unattended.
Maximum number of vehicles at house shall be 3 (three), with1 car garage available. No RV's.
Maximum occupancy is 10 for this home.

Sonoma County Permits
TOT # 4424N
Rental License # LIC25-0041

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Amazing!

  Stayed 6 days ending in June, 2025

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  Cameron V from Healdsburg, CA recommends this vacation rental

  great house in a great location. amazing view and perfect layout for multiple families.

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• A Vision Quest with Old Friends

  Stayed 2 days ending in March, 2025

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  ingrid n from El sobrrante, CA recommends this vacation rental

  This place is AMAZING - as a frequent traveler, I can easily say this is the best stocked, comfortable, well-thought-out vacation home I have every visited.

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• A well equipped home for 8 guests.

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2025

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  David F from San Anselmo, California recommends this vacation rental

  We were so pleased with this property! Furnishings in all rooms were first rate. We loved that each bedroom had an adjoining bathroom. Views were great, and the self-lighting fireplace was fun.
  
  What really made this place stand out from all other homes we've rented is how well the pantry was stocked! Multiple types of flour, a big selection of spices and cooking oils, and all the kitchen equipment we'd want, including an amazing espresso machine.
  
  The house was also a perfect size for the eight of us that were visiting. The only time we felt cramped was when cooking, since the counter space is limited, especially around the stove top.
  
  There was an electric car charger that worked both for CCS and Teslas. It was nice to be able to charge our EV.
  
  A couple of minor misses:
  
  1. No yeast for bread making. With all those flours, and two bakers among us, we were disappointed that bread yeast wasn't included.
  
  2. We had high hopes for the outdoor fire pit but unfortunately, it was out of propane, and even if it did have propane, there were no matches around. The instructions described where we could find a long lighter, but it wasn't where the instructions said. We did report this on Saturday night, but since the management team doesn't work on Sunday, it was too late for this to be corrected.
  
  3. The bathroom fan in the far right bedroom/bathroom was so loud that it felt like we were on the tarmac with a plane ready to take off. And this was how it sounded in the adjacent room.
  
  Otherwise, what a delightful house!

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• Great Weekend at Charlie’s Retreat

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2024

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  a guest from Moraga, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Had a family get together for our three adult sons and their significant others. This house was great with four en-suite baths and a lovely common area.

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• A true coastal escape

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2024

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  a guest from Menlo Park, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful spot for an extended family get together. Well stocked kitchen, serene views and beautiful garden courtyard.

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• Loved Charlie’s Retreat

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2024

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  Sarah H from Santa Barbara, CA recommends this vacation rental

  The location was great. We could walk every where with our dog who had an absolute ball.

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• Perfect House and Location for Family Getaway!

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2024

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  Jay H from Santa Rosa, California recommends this vacation rental

  We have stayed in 20+ houses in Sea Ranch over many years. It's a challenge to find a four bedroom house, especially one that is in beautiful condition and with lovely views. This is a winner. Loved it and would rent it again. Kitchen is very well equipped, though a little tight for more than 2 chefs. Flow of house works very well. Bedrooms are spacious. Bathrooms are updated. Outdoor spaces are excellent. A couple of small items that malfunctioned during our stay (a towel rod, a drawer) but nothing unusual for a rental property.

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• Lovely place

  Stayed 5 days ending in May, 2024

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  Melissa G from Shingle Springs, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Well appointed, with many wonderful amenities.

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• Lovely Stay!

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2024

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  a guest from Mill Valley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Big fan of this house. Great location, great layout and very clean. Beautiful views and they provide you with all the information you need. Would highly recommend and would love to come back.

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• Philly Crew

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2024

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  Catherine L from Newtown Square, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Well maintained, all the amenities. We loved every bedroom having its own bathroom. Great property.

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• Great house, great location

  Stayed 5 days ending in April, 2024

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  Janet F from Oakland, California recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful time at Charlie's Retreat with 3 generations of 2 families. The view is lovely and the kids had a ball being so close to the pool. The kitchen is wonderfully supplied with every dish and utensil you could want. Having ensuite bathrooms for each bedroom made it easy to share the house with 8 people.

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• Beautiful home in a wonderful neighborhood

  Stayed 3 days ending in February, 2024

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  Cornelia B from Bend, OR recommends this vacation rental

  We loved the house it is beautiful and in a superb location next to the rec center It is fully equipped and sleeps 10 quite comfortably. We had a severe storm that weekend and lost power but they had a generator and this saved us. We would rent again in a heartbeat.

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• Wonderful Thanksgiving at Sea Ranch

  Stayed 5 days ending in November, 2023

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  Nicholas M from San Anselmo, California recommends this vacation rental

  We had a lovely time at Charlie's Retreat. Location was fantastic (short walk to the bluff trails and just across the street from the Del Mar Rec Center), the house was incredibly well-stocked, and the rooms were very comfortable. We very much appreciated the ready-instructions for anything that was not intuitive. All in all, Charlie's Retreat was a DREAM and we felt very fortunate to enjoy the week there.

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• Love Charlie’s Retreat

  Stayed 3 days ending in November, 2023

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  Laura s from Glen Ellen, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful home! Every piece of furniture is comfortable, extremely well stocked kitchen, and good layout!

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• comfort and amenities

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2023

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  a guest from Redwood Valley, California recommends this vacation rental

  4 couples, 2 kids, and everyone found something to do and fun to be had. Hosts provided many kitchen basics, which was helpful. Towels, linens, beds, and furniture all comfortable and high quality. The books and games were another plus. Thoughtful hosts. And the Sea Ranch rec options also enjoyable--sauna, pickleball, swimming, and of course the ocean. Highly recommend. Front entry stepping stones only minor gripe--having a sprained foot, I found them challenging to navigate. All else lovely.

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• Charlie's Retreat 9/5-9/8

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2023

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  Gloria F from Sebastopol, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Oven needs replacing! On it's last leg. Could not read the temp control or mode dials & inside very dark. Outside fire pit would not light. Patio heaters did not work. Espresso maker not working. South bathroom toilet backed up & had to be snaked two days in a row. Electrical outlet in south bedroom could not be used. Screen door off south bedroom would not open. Screen door from dining area to back deck very hard to open. Nice house, great floor plan with lots of light, clean linens, plenty of cooking utensils, dishware, new gas cooktop & dishwasher.
  Rental agency very pleasant to work with. I would recommend this property to a friend if I knew the oven was replaced.

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• Nice family Memorial Weekend!

  Stayed 5 days ending in May, 2023

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  Janell H from Novato, California recommends this vacation rental

  Home was lovely with beautiful appliances and cookware and beds were very comfortable and great built in bunks for kids. Our one challenge was the lack of counter space for cooking and the limited seating in the living room for movie watching. View was lovely and dining table was great for the family. Home was very clean and appreciated the decorative details. Always a great stay at the Sea Ranch

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• Charlies Retreat

  Stayed 6 days ending in April, 2023

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  a guest from Cambridge, Massachusetts recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful home and location. Vacation homes aren't always as good in reality as they are in the photos, but Charlies Retreat did not disappoint. Its a short walk to the trail heads and even short walk to Del Mar rec center - a huge plus. It's also quite private - we never saw a neighbor while there. The interior is exactly as pictured and though the renovations are older they were clearly well done/timeless and the furniture has mostly been updated making the house feel very fresh and high end. It's filled with interesting books and the kitchen is extremely well stocked. The fireplace was not working while we were there and the outdoor fireplace overlooking the ocean looks like it's seen better days, but otherwise the house was immaculate. We would absolutely return and loved our stay there!

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• Stunning home with gorgeous views and easy access to everything

  Stayed 4 days ending in January, 2023

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  Bay Area Global H from Alexandria, VA recommends this vacation rental

  6 Stars! I don’t normally give detailed reviews, but I’ve stayed in many Sea Ranch rentals and this is far and away the best. We were a house of 8 people for a team meeting – all with comfortable beds and enough space to host 12 for dinner. The house was spotless, bright, and sunny, and the open living/dining/kitchen area was perfect for relaxing with a book, looking out at a stunning view, and entertaining nearby friends. Beds were extremely comfortable – note two bunk rooms with a top bunk that was actually cozy. The kitchen is better stocked than my own home with all the cookware and serving utensils I needed, including a Breville Expresso Maker which churned out the best home coffee I’ve had in a long time! The location is excellent – calming views of open grassland with the ocean in the background, just a 7 mins walk down to the coastal trail, across the street to morning yoga, swimming, and tennis through Del Mar Community Center and just a quick 5 mins drive to Gualala. It is hard to beat the comfort, cleanliness, views, and location of Charlie's Retreat. This is my absolute favorite Sea Ranch home away from home and it will be first on my list on my next visit.

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• Paradise at Charlie’s Retreat

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2022

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  a guest from Ashland, OR recommends this vacation rental

  My family - spouse, two kids and spouses, three grandkids, spent a week at this home. It was everything we could have hoped, and as beautiful as the pictures online. The house is well planned and laid out for a lot of people. The furniture is comfortable and convenient. The kitchen is well-supplied. We did 100% of our cooking and eating at home and never ate out because we had two small children with us. The location couldn’t be better, with the swimming pool across the street and easy access to the coast, the cliffs, the beaches. We watched birds, wildlife (even foxes), and stars from the back deck and even from the living room. The Beach Rental staff was very friendly and helpful. It really could not have been better.

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