The Nook | Modern Redwood Escape Near Gualala

Exterior sliding glass door entrance beneath an overhang, flanked by potted plants and outdoor lights, revealing a warm living room and kitchen inside.

Open-concept living room with wood-style flooring, a beige sofa, tufted ottoman, and a kitchen and dining area in the background.

Kitchen featuring light gray shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a double sink, and wood-look flooring.

Bedroom with a black metal bed frame, white bedding, two nightstands with lamps, carpeted floor, and a small window.

Bedroom with a wooden sleigh bed, white bedding, accent pillows, and matching nightstands with small glowing lamps.

Living room with sliding glass door, a sofa, tufted ottoman, television on a stand, and an armchair next to two interior doorways.

Hallway view into three open doorways showing two carpeted bedrooms flanking a central bathroom.

Bedroom featuring a black metal bed frame, carpeted floor, bedside tables with lamps, and an open closet nook with hangers.

Bedroom featuring a bed with a black metal frame, an open closet alcove with a wooden shelf, and a doorway leading into an adjoining room.

Bedroom with carpeted floor, light green three-drawer dresser topped with a potted plant and a starfish painting against a white wall.

Bathroom featuring a vanity with a stone countertop, a white toilet, and a walk-in shower with frosted sliding glass doors.

Close-up of a shower corner featuring diamond-patterned white wall panels, a brushed metal showerhead, and a single-handle faucet control.

Bedroom featuring a dark wood sleigh bed with neutral bedding, carpeted flooring, bedside tables with lamps, and a window.

Kitchen with light gray shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a window above the sink, and an adjacent dining table.

Kitchen with light gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a set dining table in the foreground next to an open exterior door.

A small wooden desk with three drawers and a matching chair beneath a window indoors.

A covered outdoor utility area featuring a stacked washer and dryer set, storage cabinet, and mounted utility unit alongside a wooden exterior wall.

A dirt driveway or path curving through a dense forest of tall evergreen trees.

Exterior view of a rustic wooden cabin nestled in the trees with an open front door and covered porch area.

A gravel driveway or clearing surrounded by tall redwood trees in a dense forest on a sunny day.

Dining and kitchen area with wood-plank flooring, a small gray cabinet with a microwave, an open doorway, and a white exterior door.

Kitchen counter with a double stainless steel sink under a window looking out onto trees.

Living room featuring a sofa, tufted ottoman, armchair, corner TV on a stand, and sliding glass doors leading outside.

Exterior view of a rustic wood-sided cabin surrounded by tall evergreen trees with a gravel driveway and outdoor seating.

Exterior side wall of a wood-sided cabin next to a gravel area surrounded by tall forest trees.

A gravel driveway beside a wood-sided building surrounded by tall redwood and evergreen trees.

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House in Gualala, California

5 guests • 2 bedrooms • 3 beds • 1 full bath

5.00

• 2 reviews

Escape to The Nook, a new and modern 2-bedroom, 1-bath home tucked among the towering redwoods of Gualala on California's spectacular Mendocino Coast. Set well back from Fish Rock Road and surrounded by forest, this peaceful little home offers privacy and tranquility while keeping you close to Gualala, beaches, coastal trails, restaurants, galleries, and Highway 1. It's an ideal home base for couples, small families, friends, or anyone looking for a quiet Northern California coastal getaway. Included in your stay are passes to Anchor Bay Beach, a 10 minute drive away. Attending a Wedding at Mendocino Stone Ranch? The Nook is located just down Fish Rock Road from Mendocino Stone Ranch, making it an especially convenient place to stay when attending a wedding, elopement, retreat, or special event at the venue. Enjoy the celebration, then return to your own private and peaceful home among the redwoods. Inside, the home's clean, contemporary design creates a fresh and comfortable space to relax after a day of exploring or celebrating. Outside, you're immersed in the quiet beauty of the redwood forest—a setting that feels wonderfully removed without being far from the coast. Spend your mornings beneath the redwoods, head into Gualala for coffee or lunch, explore the beaches and trails along the Mendocino Coast, visit neighboring Sea Ranch, or venture north toward Point Arena. At the end of the day, return to your quiet hideaway in the forest. Highlights • New & modern 2-bedroom, 1-bath home • Peaceful redwood forest setting • Set back from the road for added privacy • Near Mendocino Stone Ranch wedding & event venue • Convenient lodging for wedding and event guests • Close to downtown Gualala, dining, shops & groceries • Easy access to beaches & Mendocino Coast adventures • Near The Sea Ranch & Point Arena • Ideal for couples, small families & friends A modern little home beneath the redwoods, perfectly positioned for Mendocino Coast adventures—and an especially convenient stay for guests attending events at Mendocino Stone Ranch.

What this place offers

Desk
Hair dryer
Heating
Shower
Board games
Baking sheet
Microwave
Wifi
Barbecue utensils
BBQ grill

Where you'll sleep

1/2

Bedroom 1

1 king

Bedroom 2

1 king

Memory foam ,Rollaway bed , twin

1 twin

Gualala, CA, USA

About the neighborhood

Surrounded by redwoods along scenic Fish Rock Road, this peaceful Gualala location feels tucked away in the forest while keeping you close to some of the Mendocino Coast's most memorable destinations. A particularly special neighbor is Mendocino Stone Ranch, a unique 50-acre art ranch and wedding venue located just down Fish Rock Road. Known for its incredible handcrafted stone installations, redwood forest, ocean views, and one-of-a-kind event spaces, the ranch hosts destination weddings, elopements, retreats, and celebrations. This home is an especially convenient option for guests attending a wedding or event at Stone Ranch who would like their own quiet place to stay nearby. Beyond the ranch, you're well positioned to explore Gualala, Anchor Bay, Point Arena, and the surrounding Mendocino Coast. Spend the day discovering beaches (Anchor Bay Beach Passes provided)and coastal trails, wandering beneath towering redwoods, browsing local galleries and shops, or heading into Gualala for restaurants, groceries, and everyday conveniences. Drive north to explore Point Arena and its dramatic coastline, or head south toward Gualala and neighboring Sea Ranch for even more beaches, bluff trails, and spectacular Pacific scenery. Whether you're visiting for a Mendocino Stone Ranch wedding, a weekend on the coast, or simply a quiet escape among the redwoods, this location offers a peaceful home base for experiencing one of Northern California's most beautiful coastal regions.

Getting around

A personal vehicle is highly recommended when staying at The Nook. Fish Rock Road winds through the redwoods and connects you with Highway 1 and the surrounding Mendocino Coast. Mendocino Stone Ranch is located just down Fish Rock Road, making The Nook particularly convenient for guests attending weddings, retreats, and special events at the venue. Downtown Gualala is an easy drive for groceries, restaurants, coffee, galleries, and local shops. From Highway 1, you can also explore nearby beaches and coastal trails, head south into The Sea Ranch, or travel north toward Point Arena and other Mendocino Coast destinations. Public transportation and rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are extremely limited in this rural area, so guests should plan to have their own transportation. Cell service can also be inconsistent along portions of Fish Rock Road and Highway 1, so downloading directions before heading out is recommended. Please use extra caution when driving after dark. Fish Rock Road and other local roads are rural, winding, and frequently traveled by deer and other wildlife.

Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 4:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
5 guests maximum

Safety & property

Carbon monoxide alarm installed
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

Cancellation policy

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