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| From
November through June, you may catch sight of gray whales in
their seasonal migration. Year round there is an abundance of
coastal birds, black tailed deer, harbor seals, sea lions and
other wildlife. A short hike from Coast Cottage leads to one
of the finest observation points for a colony of harbor seals.
In April, you can watch mothers giving birth and nurturing their
babies in the gentle nursery pools. The tide pools are teaming
with every kind of marine life, brilliant sea anemones and starfish.
Mushrooming is popular after the rain. |
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| The
primary activity at Sea Ranch is relaxing, either sitting
in the sun gazing out over the ocean or curled up by the fire
after a long soak in the hot tub. There are over 10 miles
of trails along the bluff top and into the majestic solitude
of the redwood forest. Fishing is great off the rocks or in
the Steelhead haven of the Gualala River. Bring your bike,
the meadow areas and coastal roads are perfect for easy rides,
and those who like a challenge will find it in the hills above
Sea Ranch. |
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| The
Ohlson Recreational Center is a 5-minute walk from Coast Cottage
and has a large 82-ft. solar heated swimming pool, three tennis
courts, a sand volleyball court and three saunas. The outdoor
pool overlooks the ocean. |
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| Sea
Ranch Golf Links has a beautiful 18-hole course and is a
challenging Scottish type link with a course rating of 73.2
and a slope range of 135. Full driving range facilities and
motorized carts are available. There is a snack bar. Reserved
tee times are strongly suggested year round. |
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| CLIMATE |
The
temperate climate is one of the best on the northern coast. Most days
are sunny. When the weather does turn moody, fog may climb through
the inlets and over the hills, or a spectacular winter storm may beat
out from the south. Landscape and seascape take on totally different
beauties. Daytime temperatures range between 50°-70°, rainfall occurs
between November and April. |
| HISTORY |
The
first recorded visitors to this land, now known as Sea Ranch, were
the Pomo Indians. They called it, "The Water Coming Down Place" and
came here to gather kelp and shellfish. In 1846, the property was
farmed as one of the last Mexican land grants and by the early 20th
Century, it had become a sheep ranch. In 1963, the vision of a unique
community for people with a reverence for this rugged coast was developed
by the architect and land planner, Al Boeke, and the ranch was purchased
by Ocean California, Inc., a division of Castle and Cook, for $2.3
million.
The original plan has been through many revisions and conflicts, but
still remains true to the philosophy of respect for the natural landscape
in all its variations… shoreline, meadows, uplands and forest. Sea
Ranchers are asked to "live lightly on the land". When they buy their
lots, they must subscribe to a Declaration of Restrictions, Covenants
and Conditions, which are designed to minimize the impact of man's
activity and constructs on the landscape. |
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