Stunning Ocean View Retreat In Charming Gualala Art Village

""Short hike to the beach, easy to buy fresh fish and veggies right in town, lovely independent bookstore, and access to good hiking. Very well kept condo with well appointed kitchen; useful with grandkids." -" - Owner Submitted Review, , 10/09/2011 (HomeAway Review)

"Every morning, we enjoyed looking out the dining room window and seeing the ocean as it crashed on the sand. We had a great time walking the Bluff Walk, going to Gualala Regional Park, taking a hike, visiting the art Event, and shopping at the Farmer's market. The condo is perfectly situated to participate in as many events as person wants to. There is so much to do and enjoy, we hope to return again in the not to distant future." - Alice, Carmichael, 09/15/2011 (FlipKey Review)

Alice,

"Short hike to the beach, easy to buy fresh fish and veggies right in town, lovely independent bookstore, and access to good hiking. Very well kept condo with well appointed kitchen; useful with grandkids." - nanakm, Atlanta, Georgia, 09/06/2011 (FlipKey Review)

Thank you. We enjoyed having you and your grandkids as our guests. Gary

"We had a wonderful time in Gualala. The house was fantastic and stocked with everything we could ever need and more. The best part for me were the views of the ocean, they were stunning. I will definitely recommend the house to any friends or family looking to travel in the area." - Mandy R., Eltisley, St, 08/04/2011 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"5 stars My girlfriend and I stayed here on a lovely February weekend. The weather and view were fantastic. The house was in pristine condition and beautifully decorated, exactly like the pictures. After spending much of the day on the road it was nice to sit down in front of the fireplace and enjoy a movie with the complementary bottle of wine. My girlfriend spent much of the weekend just soaking in the jacuzzi tub. Overall, one of the nicest places I've ever stayed." - Owner Submitted Review, , 07/19/2011 (HomeAway Review)

"I was impressed by the view from the condo and the Sonoma/Mendocino coast is wild, rugged and not crowded. The perfect way to isolate yourself and get away from all the crowds The condo is attactively furnished, however, the mattress in the master bedroom is much softer than what we are used to. The owner also did not disclose to my husband and I that he brings his dogs and cats to the condo. This caused a severe allergic reaction in our daughter - wheezing, coughing, runny eyes and nose due to what must have been pet dander in the carpet. Therefore, travelers with allergies to cats and dogs may want to rent somewhere that does not allow pets. There is a computer for use but it's an old "E" machine and the connection is very slow. If travelers want to go online during a stay in Gualala - best to bring your own. Travelers should be sure to ask the owner of the condo for instructions on the micro and oven - they are not user friendly and we couldn't figure out how to use them. Be sure to bring PLENTY of DVD's to watch while at the condo, if your into watching TV, as the DISH TV connection loses it's signal every 30 minutes to 1 hour - must be because it's so terribly remote in Gualala. Travelers will want to bring groceries, unless eating out is what you prefer, as the groceries in Gualala are 2 to 3 times as high as they are in So. CA. Be sure to leave BEFORE 11am on the day you are to leave - the owner - the owner will prorate your deposit if you are even 5 minutes late pulling away from the condo. The property manager lives right next door (her condo connects to the rental). She keeps an eye on the condo and on the renters. She will be happy to assist you if there are any issues." - Owner Submitted Review, , 07/12/2011 (HomeAway Review)

This is the second attempt for a guest who first sent a vindictive/retaliatory review that was not accepted by HomeAway. I trust all of our potential future guests will read all of the many reviews listed on HomeAway. We want all of our guests to know that we are pet friendly, as stated plainly in our HomeAway listing as "Pets Considered"; we take our own beloved retriever there with us. Our rental agreement clearly states at the top: "No pets unless agreed to by owner".

"Great for a family and wonderful kitchen, obviously used by real cooks. I liked the combination lock entry; no keys to track down or lose. The granddaughters loved the ping pong and game selection. We all loved seeing whales while eating breakfast! Maggie from Atlanta " - Maggie M., Atlanta, GA, 04/21/2011 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"We have stayed in many places along the North Coast aka Banana Belt and this is THE BEST! It is very well appointed. Close to shopping and restaurants. Easy to find. Comes with instruction manuals - we have stayed some places and never could figure out the heating system. And, very easy to work with owners. The Sea Watch will now be our go to destination for our future visits to the coast.Thank you!" - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/13/2011 (HomeAway Review)

Clay & Sally,

"Dear Gary, We just got home from our wonderfully relaxing time in Gualala. Your Sea Watch made it PERFECT! I posted a review because it was such a perfect rental. We are looking forward to future trips and wont be gone from the Coast so long next time. Personally, I am voting for every couple of months!! Thanks again, Sally " - Sally C., Walnut Creek, CA, 02/13/2011 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"We really enjoyed our stay. Even though it was a pretty rainy weekend we had a very relaxing weekend. We were very glad the condo was so comfortable! The binder of restaurants and activity information was very useful. Cafe Lala serves really good food and the coffee there is delicious. " - Marissa M., ,El, 12/19/2010 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"My girlfriend and I stayed here on a lovely February weekend. The weather and view were fantastic. The house was in pristine condition and beautifully decorated, exactly like the pictures. After spending much of the day on the road it was nice to sit down in front of the fireplace and enjoy a movie with the complementary bottle of wine. My girlfriend spent much of the weekend just soaking in the jacuzzi tub. Overall, one of the nicest places I've ever stayed." - Michael, San Francisco, CA, 10/22/2010 (FlipKey Review)

"We had a lovely week at Seawatch. It was perfect for our purposes. Shared space and private space, comfort, & convenience. We took full advantage of the well-stocked kitchen, the picnic basket, the TV and the internet access. We totally enjoyed the little town of Gualala as well; some of the nearby Cypress Village shops are a delight, and the people of the town unusually welcoming. There are plenty of diverse day-trip destinations to remain amused for a full week. It was our good fortune to be in town for the annual art studio tour; well-worth a detour. Overall, an affordable and desirable family-vacation choice. " - Barbara P., Dover, MA, 09/15/2010 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"Many thanks for a lovely stay at Sea Watch Gualala. It was the perfect way to spend our last weekend before school starts again and we all get back to school/harvest schedules. We spent one day at Gualala River Beach and the other at Bowling Ball Beach. In the evenings we read, played games, had ping pong challenges, and watched a movie. We loved Bones Road house for lunch and also ate one dinner at Cafe azule. You really have a nice townhome and you have thought of everything to make our visit special. And, thank you for the Sauvignon Blanc. We both work for wineries and always enjoy a bottle of wine. We hope to return to Sea Watch in the future. " - Victoria S., Healdsburg, Ca, 08/16/2010" - CA Traveler, Healdsburg, CA, 08/27/2010 (FlipKey Review)

Thank you, Victoria, for the nice review. We look forward to your return in the future. Gary

"Many thanks for a lovely stay at Sea Watch Gualala. It was the perfect way to spend our last weekend before school starts again and we all get back to school/harvest schedules. We spent one day at Gualala River Beach and the other at Bowling Ball Beach. In the evenings we read, played games, had ping pong challenges, and watched a movie. We loved Bones Road house for lunch and also ate one dinner at Cafe Azule. You really have a nice townhome and you have thought of everything to make our visit special. And, thank you for the Sauvignon Blanc. We both work for wineries and always enjoy a bottle of wine. We hope to return to Sea Watch in the future. " - Victoria S., Healdsburg, CA, 08/16/2010 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"Hi Gary and Judy, Thank you. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed your lovely home. It was perfect for the cooks who love to cook and the views are spectacular. We will definitely return in the future. " - Julia D., Clayton, CA, 03/06/2010 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"Your condo made our mini vacation pefect. It was so cozy and had everything a person could ever need. We will be back !! Patty L., Lafayette, CA " - patty l., , 02/15/2010 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"Thanks for helping make our vacation such a wonderful one! We had a ball at your townhome! The ping pong table was definitely a hit with my 5 year old. Thank you so much for having such a clean, homey place for us to stay!! Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children, Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway guest name: Lea Ann guest city-state/province: Carrollton, Texas" - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/11/2010 (HomeAway Review)

""We enjoyed our visit to Gualala and found everyone we encountered to be friendly and helpful. The townhome was well appointed and very spacious. Even though the coast was rainy and cold, we thoroughly enjoyed curling up around the fireplace to read books, play board games, etc. The dining area has a great view of the ocean so that we could appreciate the coast without walking in the rain. I would recommend this location to friends." - Patricia S., Pleasant Hill, Ca, 12/22/2009" - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/11/2010 (HomeAway Review)

""We really enjoyed our 2 night stay in this coastal rental. This townhome was extremely well appointed, comfortable, cozy, and well maintained. The use of the computer and the clear instructions and notes about everything made things easy. Thank you. We had a great time. Richard" - Richard J., Willits, CA," - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/11/2010 (HomeAway Review)

""I saw the place online and my wife and I hadn't been to Gualala since our first weekend away 7 years ago. The place was fantastic, and we felt that we could relax immediately. We played golf at Sea Ranch the first day, and spent the next day walking on the Beach and the next day was just an inside day, opening presents, watching music videos, dancing, and more than all the comforts of home. A completely wonderful weekend!!" - starvin, Clearlake, CA, 11/03/2009 (HomeAway review)" - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/11/2010 (HomeAway Review)

"We enjoyed our visit to Gualala and found everyone we encountered to be friendly and helpful. The townhome was well appointed and very spacious. Even though the coast was rainy and cold, we thoroughly enjoyed curling up around the fireplace to read books, play board games, etc. The dining area has a great view of the ocean so that we could appreciate the coast without walking in the rain. I would recommend this location to friends." - Patricia S., Pleasant Hill, Ca, 12/22/2009 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"We really enjoyed our 2 night stay in this coastal rental. This townhome was extremely well appointed, comfortable, cozy, and well maintained. The use of the computer and the clear instructions and notes about everything made things easy. Thank you. We had a great time. Richard" - Richard J., Willits, CA, 11/19/2009 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"Dear Gary, We very much enjoyed our stay at Sea Watch. Everything was very nice and it was great to be able to walk to everywhere in the village. The only thing I would change would be to slow down the clocks and calender, it seemed that we were just settling in and it was time to leave. Thanks Again. Sincerely yours, Chip " - Chip M., , 11/12/2009 (VRconnection Guest Feedback)

"I saw the place online and my wife and I hadn't been to Gualala since our first weekend away 7 years ago. The place was fantastic, and we felt that we could relax immediately. We played golf at Sea Ranch the first day, and spent the next day walking on the Beach and the next day was just an inside day, opening presents, watching music videos, dancing, and more than all the comforts of home. A completely wonderful weekend!!" - starvin, , 11/03/2009 (HomeAway Review)

Thank you for the nice comments, Marvin. I'm glad you both liked SeaWatch as much asw we do.. Gary

"5/5 points Awesome!! Lea Ann from Texas Date Submitted: August 27, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008 Thanks for helping make our vacation such a wonderful one! We had a ball at your townhome! The ping pong table was definately a hit with my 5 year old. Thank you so much for having such a clean, homey place for us to stay!! Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children, Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway" - Lea Ann, Carrollton, Texas, 08/31/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"5/5 points Awesome!! Lea Ann from Texas Date Submitted: August 27, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008 Thanks for helping make our vacation such a wonderful one! We had a ball at your townhome! The ping pong table was definately a hit with my 5 year old. Thank you so much for having such a clean, homey place for us to stay!! Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children, Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway" - Owner Submitted Review, , 08/31/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"Thanks for helping make our vacation such a wonderful one! We had a ball at your townhome! The ping pong table was definately a hit with my 5 year old. Thank you so much for having such a clean, homey place for us to stay!!" - Owner Submitted Review, , 08/27/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"Traveler review for this vacation rental 5/5 points Just fantastic! sbtraveler Santa Barbara, CA, USA. Date Submitted: July 01, 2008 Date of Stay: June 2008 We loved our stay at SeaWatch and look forward to a return visit. The owners have spared nothing in making this a most comfortable, beautiful place to relax and from which to explore Gualala and surrounding area. It felt more like staying in a good friend's home than a rental. The photos and description were accurate, though it was even nicer than we'd anticipated. The location was perfect- just a short stroll to coffee shops, great little bookstore, grocery stores with all you could need. While there we enjoyed: the great views from SeaWatch, the beach at Gualala Pt, the lighthouse at Pt Arena... It was windy during our stay, so we didn't canoe on the river, but will next time. Most highly recommended! Thank you, SeaWatch! " - Claudia & family, Santa Barbara, CA, 07/02/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"Traveler review for this vacation rental 5/5 points Just fantastic! sbtraveler Santa Barbara, CA, USA. Date Submitted: July 01, 2008 Date of Stay: June 2008 We loved our stay at SeaWatch and look forward to a return visit. The owners have spared nothing in making this a most comfortable, beautiful place to relax and from which to explore Gualala and surrounding area. It felt more like staying in a good friend's home than a rental. The photos and description were accurate, though it was even nicer than we'd anticipated. The location was perfect- just a short stroll to coffee shops, great little bookstore, grocery stores with all you could need. While there we enjoyed: the great views from SeaWatch, the beach at Gualala Pt, the lighthouse at Pt Arena... It was windy during our stay, so we didn't canoe on the river, but will next time. Most highly recommended! Thank you, SeaWatch!" - Owner Submitted Review, , 07/02/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"We loved our stay at SeaWatch and look forward to a return visit. The owners have spared nothing in making this a most comfortable, beautiful place to relax and from which to explore Gualala and surrounding area. It felt more like staying in a good friend's home than a rental. The photos and description were accurate, though it was even nicer than we'd anticipated. The location was perfect- just a short stroll to coffee shops, great little bookstore, grocery stores with all you could need. While there we enjoyed: the great views from SeaWatch, the beach at Gualala Pt, the lighthouse at Pt Arena... It was windy during our stay, so we didn't canoe on the river, but will next time. Most highly recommended! Thank you, SeaWatch!" - sbtraveler, , 07/01/2008 (HomeAway Review)

Thank you, Claudia, it was a pleasure hosting you and your family.

"Our stay was lovely, from the cozy and warm surroundings to all the amenities. And ocean views too! Hope to return soon." - Allan & Jolene Eveland, 05/25/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"Our stay was lovely, from the cozy and warm surroundings to all the amenities. And ocean views too! Hope to return soon." - Anonymous, , 05/25/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"Gary, Received the check for the security deposit. We loved your place. It was exceptionally well-appointed and well-equipped as well as highly organized and very clean. Next time we go in that direction, we’ll be in touch. All Best, James" - James Bell, Arlington, VA, 02/29/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"Gary,Received the check for the security deposit.We loved your place. It was exceptionally well-appointed and well-equipped as well as highly organized and very clean. Next time we go in that direction, we’ll be in touch.All Best,James" - Owner Submitted Review, , 02/29/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"My husband and I had the pleasure of spending one glorious week at Seawatch. We knew it was going to be nice from the pictures and description on VRBO, but we were absolutely thrilled when we opened the door and saw it for the first time. It exceeded all our expectations! We have stayed at a few beach houses in the past, and this one absolutely surpasses all the rest. It is clear by the way this home is maintained and so tastefully decorated that it is cherished by its owners and likewise will be by anyone who has the pleasure of staying there. The extremely well-appointed kitchen was such a thoughtful addition and really makes one feel pampered. This lovely home is truly a thing of beauty!" - Jim and Mary Rogers, 02/02/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"My husband and I had the pleasure of spending one glorious week at Seawatch. We knew it was going to be nice from the pictures and description on VRBO, but we were absolutely thrilled when we opened the door and saw it for the first time. It exceeded all our expectations! We have stayed at a few beach houses in the past, and this one absolutely surpasses all the rest. It is clear by the way this home is maintained and so tastefully decorated that it is cherished by its owners and likewise will be by anyone who has the pleasure of staying there. The extremely well-appointed kitchen was such a thoughtful addition and really makes one feel pampered. This lovely home is truly a thing of beauty!" - Anonymous, , 02/02/2008 (HomeAway Review)

"We enjoyed our mid-winter getaway to Gualala and our stay at the Sea Watch townhome. The storms took a little break and we were able to walk around and enjoy the charming village. The shopkeepers were quite friendly, helpful and even in the dead of winter, they kept good business hours. We toured the Point Arena Lighthouse, just a few minutes drive north and the folks there were very informative about the history of the area. Sea Watch is a pleasure. It is warm and inviting, having a great lived in feeling that is sometimes missing in vacation homes. It was very clean and well equipped with all of the essentials for cooking. In spite of the bad weather we did open the window a crack for a minute and sure enough – you can hear the surf. The ocean view from all across the great room was beautiful. “Take Time to Sit by the Sea” was the quote for the trip. " - Bryan, Stephanie & Phil, Cromberg, CA, 01/26/08( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"We enjoyed our mid-winter getaway to Gualala and our stay at the Sea Watch townhome. The storms took a little break and we were able to walk around and enjoy the charming village. The shopkeepers were quite friendly, helpful and even in the dead of winter, they kept good business hours. We toured the Point Arena Lighthouse, just a few minutes drive north and the folks there were very informative about the history of the area. Sea Watch is a pleasure. It is warm and inviting, having a great lived in feeling that is sometimes missing in vacation homes. It was very clean and well equipped with all of the essentials for cooking. In spite of the bad weather we did open the window a crack for a minute and sure enough – you can hear the surf. The ocean view from all across the great room was beautiful. “Take Time to Sit by the Sea” was the quote for the trip." - Anonymous, , 01/26/2008 (HomeAway Review)

We are pleased you enjoyed SeaWatch and the things we do when we are there. We welcome you to return sometime.

"We enjoyed our mid-winter getaway to Gualala and our stay at the Sea Watch townhome. The storms took a little break and we were able to walk around and enjoy the charming village. The shopkeepers were quite friendly, helpful and even in the dead of winter, they kept good business hours. We toured the Point Arena Lighthouse, just a few minutes drive north and the folks there were very informative about the history of the area. Sea Watch is a pleasure. It is warm and inviting, having a great lived in feeling that is sometimes missing in vacation homes. It was very clean and well equipped with all of the essentials for cooking. In spite of the bad weather we did open the window a crack for a minute and sure enough – you can hear the surf. The ocean view from all across the great room was beautiful. “Take Time to Sit by the Sea” was the quote for the trip." - Anonymous, , 01/26/2008 (HomeAway Review)

""You have a gorgeous place & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be a visitor again. Thank you." " - Jane Cooley, , 12/12/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

""You have a gorgeous place & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be a visitor again. Thank you."" - Owner Submitted Review, , 12/12/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"We enjoyed our stay at Seawatch. It is very comfortable, decorated very tastefully, and has a nice view. It was nice to be able to walk to local cafes, restaurants, and stores." - Michele and Nic, Berkeley, CA, 11/02/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"We enjoyed our stay at Seawatch. It is very comfortable, decorated very tastefully, and has a nice view. It was nice to be able to walk to local cafes, restaurants, and stores." - Anonymous, , 11/02/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"“This home is very warn and welcoming. I love the ‘by the sea’ feel of it, it is very homey. The décor of the place is quite wonderful. The nautical amenities are a quaint but lovely touch. Thank you.”" - Edwards family, San Franciasco, CA, 09/13/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"“This home is very warn and welcoming. I love the ‘by the sea’ feel of it, it is very homey. The décor of the place is quite wonderful. The nautical amenities are a quaint but lovely touch. Thank you.”" - Owner Submitted Review, , 09/13/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"Hello-We’re back again for a second stay. Lovely weather, location, amenities, warmth, etc. We’ll be seeing you in the future." - , Sebastopol, CA, 09/04/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"Hello-We’re back again for a second stay. Lovely weather, location, amenities, warmth, etc. We’ll be seeing you in the future." - Owner Submitted Review, , 09/04/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"We loved the townhome. All the amenities of our home and then some. Loved the view and the location. Our dogs loved it too! Thank you" - Nancy & Jerry, Sebastopol, Ca, 05/20/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"We loved the townhome. All the amenities of our home and then some. Loved the view and the location. Our dogs loved it too! Thank you" - Owner Submitted Review, , 05/20/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"“Loved the view! We really enjoyed our stay. A very well equipped vacation home. Had a wonderful time in Gualala. Thank you." " - the Jordans, Mt. Shasta, CA, 04/22/07( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"“Loved the view! We really enjoyed our stay. A very well equipped vacation home.Had a wonderful time in Gualala. Thank you."" - Owner Submitted Review, , 04/22/2007 (HomeAway Review)

"“Your place is wonderfully warm, inviting and quite lovely. Feels as if we are in an elegant tree house.”" - J. Eveland, Sacramento, C, 11/13/06( HomeAwayConnect Guestbook Entry)

"“Your place is wonderfully warm, inviting and quite lovely. Feels as if we are in an elegant tree house.”" - Owner Submitted Review, , 11/13/2006 (HomeAway Review)