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From its perch in a beautiful meadow, Sandbox 3 offers white-water views and easy access to bluff trails and Walk-On beach. Relax on the sofa under the skylight or unwind in the hot tub as you take in those amazing views; then enjoy family game time by the living room fireplace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

The sand and surf are never far from this beach house!

  • Unit 28 Lot 27. Spectacular white-water views can be enjoyed from this beautiful meadow home with large wrap-around deck. Just a 2-minute walk to the bluff trails and a few steps more to Walk-On beach. The sand and surf are never far from this comfy little beach house we call “Sandbox 3”.

    The kitchen, dining room, living room and breakfast nook of Sandbox 3 are all open to each other to create one large living space. After sunset, relax on the sofa in the living room and watch the stars through the skylight or watch your favorite shows on the 55” TV.

    Amazing white-water views accompany you while you cook in the kitchen or dining room. Take advantage of the BBQ and enjoy sitting at outdoor table for 6 on the deck. After star gazing from the hot tub and it's time to head indoors you can find tranquility in front of the living room fireplace with a book or re-energize with family game time.

    This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home sleeps 6. The Queen primary bedroom has a fireplace and stunning white-water surf that can be seen while relaxing in bed or from the master bath. The second bedroom is a Queen suite with an added futon that has its own full bathroom with tub and shower. If sharing rooms isn’t to your liking, then guests (especially teenagers) will love the loft where there is a full-size pull-out sofa bed and 1 single bed disguised as an easy folding sofa.

    After a long day at the beach, entertaining or simply relaxing on the sprawling deck is your dream. Pour yourself a glass of wine and settle into the comfortable deck chairs and enjoy beautiful white-water views and views of the adjacent meadow teaming with wildlife. If you’re quiet, you may be lucky enough to spot deer grazing very close by from the Adirondack chairs and large outdoor sofa.

    Electrical outlets are accessible in the car port, so bring your portable electric car charger if you own an EV to top off the battery for your drive home. We also have a Tesla charger for guests who own a Tesla.

    Bed linens and towels are included in this beach house rental.

    TO ENHANCE YOUR STAY, ENJOY . . .
    - three heated communal pools and saunas at three recreation centers
    - tennis and pickleball courts
    - miles of hiking trails amidst redwoods and along the Pacific Coast

    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), with a 2-car carport available. No RV's.
    Maximum occupancy is 6 for this home.

    Sonoma County Permits
    TOT # 3038N
    Rental License # LIC25-0130

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off heaters, stove burners and oven DO NOT START SELF CLEANING OVEN
Lower window blinds/shades. If applicable, close skylight windows
Turn off TV and all other audio equipment
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Sea Ranch, this holiday home is by the sea. Arena Theater and California Coastal National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve and B. Bryan Preserve. Gualala Arts Center and Pennyroyal Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Sea Ranch travel guide
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Sea Ranch, CA

What's nearby

  • Cowell Ranch beach with ocean waves near Half Moon Bay on the California coast. Beautiful scenery, concept of rest, vacation, tourism
    Walk On Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sea Ranch Chapel
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Shell Beach
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tide Pool Beach
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Seal Rookery
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The sand and surf are never far from this beach house! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The sand and surf are never far from this beach house! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The sand and surf are never far from this beach house!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The sand and surf are never far from this beach house!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The sand and surf are never far from this beach house! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Walk On Beach and Sea Ranch Chapel. Shell Beach and Sea Ranch Golf Links are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Sea Ranch Visit

Property was clean, well appointed and an ideal location to observe wildlife with abundant privacy. Quick and easy walkable access to trails and beaches. Would visit again and highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigid M.

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

Great birthday weekend!

This house was perfect for two couples, a toddler, and dogs. Great location and amenities, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arcalli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was in an excellent location, steps away from the walking trails and the beaches. It had an unobstructed view of the ocean, very quiet cul-de-sac with very people walking by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a beautiful location the loft was perfect for the teenager and he spent 24 hours a day up there. I would like to see some kind of drapes or blinds for the living room. It gets so bright it's hard to stay in there.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alene R.

Lovely house near the coast

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: Fabulous house with beautiful views of the ocean. Open, comfortable floor plan. Great outdoor spaces including a hot tub. Would definitely rent again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy n.

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

Quiet. Updated. Wonderful light coming in

Great house. Tidy and not cluttered with leftover food which we appreciated. Lots of window AND they were clean! Well decorated and comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Stylish house in great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We loved the decor of the house, and the design of the rooms and furniture. We especially liked the master bedroom with the picture window toward the ocean.The kitchen was fully stocked with all the gadgets the appliances, and the dishes to cook anything.We appreciated the large deck with outdoor eating, hot tub, and lounging.The house was close to the bluff and the beach was very accessible.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Karen J.

Gorgeous house

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 is beautiful and comfortable. It’s completely renovated except for the second bathroom. It has a nice big kitchen. It could use a real dish rack/drainer. The deck is epic, lots of seating,a large gas grill, hot tub, and dining table all with an incredible ocean and meadow view. An important note is that there is no dresser or closet available in the primary bedroom. There are large drawers in the bathroom vanity but the clothes got damp. We used the closet and teeny tiny dresser in the 2nd bedroom since it was just the two of us, but if you had more than two people in the house unpacking would be an issue . The primary bedroom does have an awe inspiring view and a wood burning fireplace. It’s incredible. Please add a dresser and give some closet access. The house would be perfect with those additions. We hope that one day the rental company will use lock boxes so that trips to Gualala for key pick up and drop off are unnecessary. Sandbox 3 is special, it’s renovated in a modern style , has nice furniture, and it was perfectly clean and extremely comfortable. It’s large and open. The views are amazing and it is not next to a trail, so very private. You don’t even notice the house next door. We had a great stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Holiday Stay at Sandbox3

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 (2nd) visit to this property. More modern aesthetic than some properties and very comfortable & set back far enough from the bluff trails to still enjoy the view, but not have everyone looking in your windows. Would definitely recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kitchen was well stocked equipment wise, nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house with gorgeous view

We loved our stay at the Sand box. The house is dog friendly, not super large but beautifully designed so that all the spaces are very enjoyable. This house has has a great “vibe” with beautiful view and is close to the coastal trails and beaches. we highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Ocean view property

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: It was great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Sandbox3

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 house with a wonderful view. This is our second time staying at this home and we will stay again when we visit Sea Ranch.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Susan D.

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

Hot Hot Hot!

The house was lovely to look at and in a great location but it was all spoiled by the extreme heat coming thru the living room windows. No blinds were available there and although the dining room had blinds the heat was so extreme coming into the living room that that room also remained hot and inhabitable from noon till 5 PM or so. It was a very nice and well decorated house otherwise but I would not recommend it unless maybe in the winter months.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Love Sandbox 3

This was our second stay at Sandbox 3. This time for an extended two weeks. The property was clean, comfortable and very well appointed. We felt very much at home. Besides our daily 7-8 mile hikes on the costal trails outside the door, we pretty much stayed in to enjoy the ocean view, wildlife passers-by and cozy evenings by the fire place. The kitchen had everything making meal prep easy. The areas for improvement are: provide a chest of drawers in the bedrooms so guests can unpack suitcases. We had to clear shelves in the laundry room and drawers in the bathrooms to store our clothes. The only place to hang clothes is in the guest bedroom which doesn’t work for the master. We did enjoy our stay and will rent again.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

Cozy, classy get away

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've been renting for over 30 years for a family reunion and this was our first time at Sandbox 3. This place is a winner! We just loved the location and design of the home. Fabulous views of the ocean from the living room, master bedroom and kitchen. The kitchen was really well stocked and the layout of the house was great for everyday use and a family Bunco night! The decor, architecture and touches throughout the house were so welcoming and made us feel comfortable and joyful. As people noted, it did get warm and sunny inside from the large windows in the living room, however there is a window and sliding glass door to open to bring in cool air and we just moved out of the sun shine if we got too hot. I did wear sunglasses inside to work on a puzzle, but looking up at the stars at night from inside was wonderful! We're grateful the home is so welcoming to dogs and they loved sunbathing in the house! Really the only quirk was the sink. It is divided by the wood countertop and it's impossible to keep dry, which adds to the staining of it which we felt badly about. We sure tried! But that is so minor for all the great things going on in this home. It's evident the owners care about their home and assuring renters a nice visit. It feels modern and updated and clean. Fyi about the loft, it's so roomy up there, several places to sleep and lots of fun for the youngsters with how the owners decorated and what they provide up there, just note the stairs going up are straight up and high and the half bath is downstairs.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard D.

A very nice house

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We (3 adults and 2 dogs) were here for a week over Christmas. This is a great location, close to the bluff trail with white water views and surf sounds. The rental people were very helpful and responsive to a maintenance request. There are a few issues with the house that prospective renters should be aware of, but they did not dampen the overall enjoyment of our stay. The water/ice dispenser in tghe refrigerator does did not work so we had to get ice. There is a lot of glass and no shades in the living room so if the sun is out it is almost impossible to stay in the room. Also, the seating arrangements in the room are not optimal, 2 couches but no easy chair for reading. Also, the light is not great for reading at night. There is a large TV in the loft, which is practically inaccessible, but the living room TV is rather small. Finally, there is no closet or drawer space in the Master Bedroom. But it is still a very nice house and we really enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard D.

A very nice house

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We (3 adults and 2 dogs) were here for a week over Christmas. This is a great location, close to the bluff trail with white water views and surf sounds. The rental people were very helpful and responsive to a maintenance request. There are a few issues with the house that prospective renters should be aware of, but they did not dampen the overall enjoyment of our stay. The water/ice dispenser in tghe refrigerator does did not work so we had to get ice. There is a lot of glass and no shades in the living room so if the sun is out it is almost impossible to stay in the room. Also, the seating arrangements in the room are not optimal, 2 couches but no easy chair for reading. Also, the light is not great for reading at night. There is a large TV in the loft, which is practically inaccessible, but the living room TV is rather small. Finally, there is no closet or drawer space in the Master Bedroom. But it is still a very nice house and we really enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard D.

A very nice house

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We (3 adults and 2 dogs) were here for a week over Christmas. This is a great location, close to the bluff trail with white water views and surf sounds. The rental people were very helpful and responsive to a maintenance request. There are a few issues with the house that prospective renters should be aware of, but they did not dampen the overall enjoyment of our stay. The water/ice dispenser in tghe refrigerator does did not work so we had to get ice. There is a lot of glass and no shades in the living room so if the sun is out it is almost impossible to stay in the room. Also, the seating arrangements in the room are not optimal, 2 couches but no easy chair for reading. Also, the light is not great for reading at night. There is a large TV in the loft, which is practically inaccessible, but the living room TV is rather small. Finally, there is no closet or drawer space in the Master Bedroom. But it is still a very nice house and we really enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Relaxing, Enjoyable Stay by the Sea.

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: A delightful week of chilling out, swimming at the pool nearby, and enjoying the surroundings, especially the atmosphere the Sandbox 3 rental offers with their well appointed articles within the attractive home.The living room fireplace was well used, serving as a finishing touch to the days end. Good rental choice for 2 couple. If you have children make sure they can handle stepladder stairs accenting to their sleeping/playroom quarters in the loft. That was not an issue for us. Only two issues: Make sure to get the password location for the WiFi within the home from the rental agency when checking in (if possible), or ask by phone beforehand. It was NOT located in the information book at the home. Secondly, if you decide to launder clothes, bring your own detergent. Other than that, recommend the home/the location (nearby the grocery stores/restaurants in Gualala about 2 miles away), and the proximity to the Ocean edge.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Enjoy the ocean view and listening to the surf.

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: It’s a lovely home in a great location. The kitchen is well equipped for making meals, the rest of the house is tastefully furnished, and the views are great (while the bluff trail is just far enough away that people aren’t walking directly in front of your window). The only slightly odd things were no closet or dresser in the main bedroom and it can get warm in the living room on a sunny day. I would overlook both of those things though and would be happy to stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Peaceful vacation...

Great property and beautiful location. thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephnie W.

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

Sea Ranch escape

Our first time staying at Sea Ranch. Beautiful weekend! The location was perfect- just a short walk to the beach with peaceful surroundings. Our pup had fun too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

meghan g.

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

Better than the pictures

Our family of four went up for a week, and I cannot say enough about the house. The house is better than the (already great) pictures. The kitchen is well appointed, the beds were comfortable, the view is superb, and the location is ideal. Will definitely return to exactly this house when we return to sea ranch.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021