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Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S

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Jetted tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Perched 90 feet above the bluff, this oceanfront inn in Anchor Bay village offers a soothing studio retreat with private balcony and jetted Jacuzzi tub. Enjoy basic kitchen necessities, complimentary WiFi, and a community room with stunning Pacific Ocean views from its 6-sided wraparound deck.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Ocean view

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About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S

Your room is a soothing 2nd story Studio good for two people (no dogs/pets) in an oceanfront Inn 90 feet above the bluff. This oceanfront Inn is a longtime and well-established small business; family-owned, managed and operated, that is now tapping into VRBO's clientele.

The Studio has complimentary WiFi, a queen-size bed, leather couch and armchair, table for two, kitchen with the basic necessities, private bathroom has a jetted Jacuzzi tub with an overhead shower, and a private balcony facing the Pacific Ocean. No landline or TV; bring your IPad or laptop for any online in-room entertainment.

The private kitchen has a refrigerator; stove/oven; microwave; single-serve Keurig coffee/tea machine; assorted pots & pans, assorted serving dishes; and dinnerware (plates/glasses/cutlery) set up for four. No condiments. No separate restaurant nor any meals served or available onsite.

Free parking onsite. No dogs / pets allowed. No TVs or landlines.

We are on the water side of Scenic Highway 1, right at the edge of the cliff, overlooking the cove. Please note that the online map locator may not be accurate. We are oceanfront. Once you are here, you don't have to still drive or hike to the beach. You can see, hear and sometimes even smell the ocean from your room right on the cliff bluff.

A community room for all our guests is accessible onsite nearby with more stunning views of the Pacific Ocean from a 6-sided wraparound deck overlooking the cliff. The community room has a circular fireplace, semi-kitchen facilities (e.g. microwave, toaster oven, dinnerware, coffeemaker, sink - no stove/oven), board games, puzzles, binoculars, magazines and books.

We do have several Ring security cameras onsite for your security as well as ours. They are motion activated and set up in the parking lot, outside each building (we have 5), overlooking the meadow and at the gate to access the beach stairs. There are no cameras inside any unit or inside any common area, except for the office/lobby.

All guests have direct access to Anchor Bay Beach down below via 134 steps! Yes, 134!!

The Studio is located in a property that, while officially a part of Gualala, is physically located in the village of Anchor Bay, at the 5-mile Scenic Highway 1 marker of the Southern Mendocino Coast.

Anchor Bay village has a coffee shop, local market, laundromat and a great Thai restaurant.

About 4.5 miles South towards the downtown Gualala area, there are multiple art galleries, Gualala Art Center, restaurants, bakery, pizza parlor, two supermarkets, two gas stations, two churches, clinic, post office and a bank.

Just 5 miles South is the town of Sea Ranch in Sonoma County with 6 public beach access points and trails and two restaurants.

Heading North in about 6 miles is Bowling Ball Beach / Schooners Gulch. And 10 miles North is the City of Point Arena with its Historic and active lighthouse and the Stornetta Lands National Public Monument hiking trails.

About one hour's drive further North is the quaint town of Mendocino, and another twenty minutes or so brings you to the City of Fort Bragg. In between is Anderson Valley, our own version of Napa Valley, with lots of wineries and breweries.

Just driving along California Coastal Highway 1 is magical all unto itself!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 30 steps to reach entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Rules

During your stay, please contact owner if you need assistance or if something isn't working while still at the property so we can address it quickly.
Cook only using the supplied stove/oven/microwave. No BBQs inside the unit / building or on the deck. No cooking anything using the fireplace.
Only open fire allowed is the fireplace. No live candles, etc. The 2 fireplace mesh grill/covers must be in place at all times for everyone's safety.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Minors 13 and above allowed as 1 of 2 guests max.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number #126620

About the neighborhood

Map
Gualala, CA

What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Gualala Arts Center - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Bowling Ball Beach - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Gualala Point Regional Park - 16 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • Trinks
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar An Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gualala Seafood Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S located?

This Gualala apartment building is on the beach, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Cooks Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Schooner Gulch State Beach and Sea Ranch Golf Links. Gualala River and Gualala Bluff Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Oceanfront Studio with views of the Pacific Ocean & Direct Access to the Beach S Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved having a large room with a kitchen and a balcony overlooking the ocean. Our host was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

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

A quiet place in Anchor Bay

A beautiful property run by lovely people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce V.

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

Beach Access

Nice property, central location, climbed down to their beach access as ell as going to boulder beachHost extremely nice & helpfulExcellent thai food restuarant close by
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul R.

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

WHALE WATCH INN

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, QUIET AND PEACEFUL.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Quaint but grand!

Great view and friendly, knowledgeable host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great view

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Beautiful and Romantic location

My boyfriend and I had a great time and want it to be our special place for the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth N.

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

Quiet & quaint

Great to have a kitchen, comfy bed, plenty of space with a lovely view of the ocean and direct access to a small beach walking down the steps on the cliff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shenandoah K.

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

Beautiful and peaceful getaway

We had a wonderful time enjoying Sea Ranch for the first time. Miren was an excellent host and the property is quiet, relaxing, and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eva W.

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

Quiet Getaway

We had a wonderful relaxing weekend at Whale Watch Inn. We stayed in the Swan Room. Quiet, secluded studio with private balcony. Wonderful, jetted tub!!! Just what we needed to unwind from a busy lifestyle. Thanks Miren!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Amazing!!

We loved every moment!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Clean, great communication, close to trails, definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Quiet Getaway

Miren was so kind and attentive. Loved the room and property. We will definitely make it a regular getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views of the sunrise (yes, sunrise) over the Pacific. Efficient kitchen had everything we needed for a simple stay. Fireplace was lovely. Rugged beach. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

H Neil O.

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

North Coast Beauty

Great stay, wonderful accommodation and attentive host, Miren, made our stay truly a pleasure. Location is perfect for day excursions as well as local hikes and ocean access.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Miren #1 Hostess

We enjoyed our stay very much. Just what we needed! Peace, tranquility, no stress!Beatiful views, beach, property. Miren helps set this place apart from others with her warm welcome and wonderful sense of humor. We thank Miren for making our trip extra special. We'll be back soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

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

Beautiful with beach access!

The host was SUPER communicative, we loved the beach access (they communicated the slight difficulty of stairs) and finding the hundreds of hermit crabs in the tide pools below. Cozy getaway, perfect for a quiet weekend exploring the coastline.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

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

Ocean view

Great location with great views of the ocean. Manager was very friendly and helpful. Room was very nice and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred B. B.

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

Hang out and enjoy the coast

We really enjoyed our stay here. The hosts make sure everything is comfortable for you and this setting is extremely charming. There are many nice things to do in the area, but just hanging out on the property was probably our favorite. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

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

Anchor Bay

The view from the swan room was beautiful. The in-room hot tub and fireplace were amazing amenities that we utilized a lot during our stay. Miren was an amazing host! She made sure we had fresh firewood every day and was very responsive. Whale Watch Inn is truly a gem along the coast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

P N.

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

Beautiful stay on the coast

What a lovely place! Wonderful views, and spacious unit. Great location for exploring the beautiful coast. Our host, Miren, was very attentive during our stay, Would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Secluded Private Perfection

Beautiful views and super clean well appointed studio. Host very responsive. Really enjoyed the fireplace and private balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Sunrise

A little bit of history, scenic views and hospitality. Nothing better than waking up to a sunrise, while looking over the coast of the Pacific Ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Beautiful View

It was hard to tell from the add that it’s a studio apartment within a cluster of other apartments but the studio was quiet and private. It was a very relaxing stay with a gorgeous view from the porch! The hostess was so nice and accommodating- we would definitely like to stay again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siddhansh A.

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

A cozy getaway!

Miren was a wonderful host and took care of everything! The place is like a dream, right next to the ocean with a private jacuzzi in the room. The room itself is beautiful with high ceilings, fireplace and a balcony with amazing views. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024