Gualala blufftop cottage with fireplace & grill, dogs welcome

Gualala, California
$424 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Summary:

Waves crash just below as you settle into this bluff-top home in Gualala. Bring your pup -- dogs love the bluff trails here. A warm fire and ocean views anchor cozy evenings in. Room for 6 in this 1-bedroom home. Walk to local restaurants, river access, and Gualala Point Regional Park. The Mendonoma Coast's best dining, art, and beaches are minutes away. At low tide, the rock shelves reveal a hidden world of anemones, crabs, and starfish.



The Space:

This,dog-friendly home right on the Pacific Ocean has the charm and views that you look for when vacationing on the Northern California Coast! Enjoy a striking back deck with a gas grill on sunny summer days, a wood-burning fireplace and a Roku Smart TV on chilly coastal evenings, and unforgettable oceanfront vistas from an incredible bluff-top property.



This oceanfront home is located in the heart of Gualala, offering guests easy access to every necessity in this small, charming town. A variety of restaurants, markets, and art galleries await less than a mile south, and Gualala Point Regional Park (which includes the Bluff Top Trail, the Salal Trail, and excellent whale watching at Gualala Point) and the Sea Ranch Golf Links are only two miles North. If you find yourself craving indoor activity, the Gualala Arts Center is only one mile away.



KITCHEN & DINING

Craft your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with a dishwasher, making cleanup a breeze. With seating for your group, mealtimes become part of the experience.



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Choose from the master bedroom, a loft bedroom, or a detached room with a futon. Altogether, the home comfortably sleeps 6.



PROPERTY AMENITIES

-- 1 bedroom, 2 bath

-- Wood-burning fireplace

-- Dog friendly (up to 1)



Guest Access:

Step inside and settle in -- every room and amenity in this home is yours for your stay. This home welcomes up to 1 dog -- the yard and nearby trails are ready for your pup. Driveway parking is available at the property. Detailed check-in instructions, including the door code, will be provided prior to your arrival.



The Neighborhood:

Your Gualala home base puts you steps from local restaurants, the Gualala Arts Center, and grocery shopping. Explore stunning beaches at Gualala Point Regional Park Gualala Point Regional Park is a short drive south. Cooks Beach and Anchor Bay Beach are a short drive north.



Getting Around:

From San Francisco, the drive is about 2.5 hours via Highway 101 to Highway 1. Fly into Santa Rosa's Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS), about 90 minutes east, and drive the coast from there. Having a car opens up the entire Mendonoma Coast.



Other Things to Note:

Cell and WiFi services are very inconsistent in this area.

This home is right on an ocean bluff; please always supervise your children and your dog.

Best for guests aged 18 and up due to the proximity of the bluffs.

Good to know: this home is in a neighborhood that is prone to seasonal visits from ants. We always try to be as proactive as possible when dealing with this issue.



December through April is whale season. You may spot gray whales breaching right from the bluff trail nearby. April through June brings stunning wildflower displays along the bluffs and throughout Gualala Point Regional Park. The warmest months run June to September. Coastal fog is common early in the day but gives way to sunshine by afternoon.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 1435 Sq Ft (133 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Stereo TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Allan

    Submitted Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Feb 17, 2025

    Fantastic Property! Beautifully presented and spotless! The location and view were incredible. Highly recommend the warm and inviting home.

  • Elizabeth

    Submitted Nov 4, 2021

    Stayed Oct 31, 2021

    My husband and I needed a few days of R&R. This was the perfect place. One day all we did was sit in the chairs by the windows reading while we watched the rain and crashing waves. Nice quiet location. Town, restaurants, shopping are just a few blocks away. WiFi worked great as did cell service. Kitchen is well stocked, bed was comfy, place was clean. Only minor issues were: 1) tv was all streaming and we missed our cable channels; 2) might be time for some touch up paint in the hallways - quite a few dings on the baseboards and door trim; 3) no walking trails to a beach but there are plenty within a few minutes drive. All in all we had a wonderful stay at Otter's Rest and would recommend it to others.

  • Terri S.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2026

    Stayed Jan 5, 2026

    View was fantastic

  • Mary C.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2025

    Great view, well furnished and overall wonderful place to stay! Nice and safe for our dog as well. I hope to stay there again sometime!

  • Shane C.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    The views of the ocean are stunning. The house was spotless. This town is a real gem. Small enough to feel reclusive, but big enough to have groceries and restaurants close. Bed was really comfy. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Dianna L.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Loved our stay the house was furnished with everything that you would need the view was awesome and it was pet friendly the weather was great a little fog on the last day no biggie. would stay again very comforable.

  • Barry N.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    when we arrived we all went out on to the deck. there was an Ospry perched on. a dead branch. From there on we rarely left the window or deck when we were in the house. The fireplace was a great boon as the weather was pretty sad.

  • Deborah H.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    The view is beautiful, however the unit needs a deep clean and the bathroom downstairs needs to be updated and deep cleaned. The rugs and runners throughout the house need to be thrown out, and replaced. Upstairs area was very clean, and the bathroom upstairs was very nice and clean. Unfortunately we will not return.

  • Joan B.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Clean well stocked comfortable home on the beautiful Mendocino coast.

  • Stephen G.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Perfect with everything we needed! The view the house everything was wonderful. My brother gifted the house with a telescope for others to enjoy! Thank you we will be back.

  • Vicki L.

    Submitted Mar 14, 2025

    Stayed Mar 10, 2025

    Spent a few days relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Mendocino coastline at Otter’s Rest. This was the ideal place for us to stay and enjoy the amazing views. It was easily walkable to town where everyone was so nice and welcoming. Would absolutely stay here again!

  • Duane H.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 5, 2024

    Sitting inside with the windows open or out on the deck, watching and listening to the waves is soothing to the soul.

  • Kathryn R.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 30, 2024

    This house has such a great view, very clean, and we liked the open floor plan. A reading lamp (perhaps a floor lamp) would be great, as I had to use my little reading light to read my book. It's in a tiny neighborhood, so to do my run and walks, we had to drive to the Sea Ranch area. Not a big deal, as the ocean view more than made up for it.

  • Piper B.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    Perfect getaway! The home was wonderful

  • Valerie W.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Beautiful home with an amazing view! The only downside is there is a beautiful deck with a full view of the ocean but the the

  • Sandra A.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Gorgeous sea view from the living room, bedroom, and deck. The kitchen is equipped for a serious cook. The knives were even sharp!

  • Debra J.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    The views were the most amazing and we spent almost all of our time on the deck enjoying the ocean views and coastal landscape. Every detail we had hoped in our rental home, was covered. Everything you could need in the kitchen. Very comfortable and relaxing home. Gualala had everything we needed!!

  • Sandy D.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jul 15, 2024

    This was perfect for us and our 16 year old Boston Terrier, it felt like home away from home!!!

  • Chris H.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    Perfect location on a quiet court with endless views. The home is extremely clean considering it’s a vacation rental. Even the couch and chairs were freshly vacuumed. I have stayed at several places on the coast and this one so far is the best!

  • Catherine W.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The Otter's Rest is a perfect spot to decompress from work life! The views from the home and porch are incredible. The home has many amenities for fun, such as books, puzzles and games. The kitchen is stocked to cook delicious meals. Otter's Rest gave our family a true rest!

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