I would give 10 stars if I could to Kristine Thomure at Kennedy & Associates. She's steeped in…read moreknowledge about The Sea Ranch and surrounding areas (Gualala, Anchor Bay, Point Arena and all the way up the coast to Caspar) since she has been doing this for many, many years. Her knowledge about available properties and the inner workings of real estate was invaluable. I happened to just walk in one afternoon on my way back to Fort Bragg, just to see what properties might be available in my price range. I wasn't ready yet to get qualified for a loan, but I had an idea what the budget might be. She stopped what she was doing, typed in the parameters, and snap, printed out sheets of scenarios which I could take home and peruse. Even before I got pre-qualified, we drove around for days looking at properties from Point Arena to the Sea Ranch. She was almost always available to communicate with me on some level. We'd either text (which I think we did most!), talk on the phone, or communicate via email. What helped me throughout the entire process is thanks to what a truly a neat person she is to be around. She's engaging, witty, sympathetic, insightful, encouraging, and very, very thoughtful. There was a point in time where I didn't think that it was going to work out for me to be able to buy a home in the area because I was having a hard time getting access to the funds my parents had left me. But she stuck with me through that too. My situation is/was quite complex, yet she grasped the full picture and stuck with me through thick and thin. If you want True Blue - Kristine's the one for you :)

We tried to buy a house using them as the agent. They were the worst company I have dealt with in…read moremany transactions. From the beginning we were told outright lies: - they said it was fully permitted, but the Planning Department proved otherwise - they said there was no logging nearby, but the adjoining property was MRC with a logging easement 20 feet from the bedroom - they said it had never been surveyed, but we found markers and 2 calls got us to a guy who had recently done a survey - they misrepresented clear conflicts out interest between them and the seller - these are only a few of the examples of deliberate deceit. We really wanted the property but backed out when they wouldn't allow time for us to check the property line with respect to the well.

If you ever dream of seeing the Sonoma Coast - and enjoying the views that you see on the postcards…read more- then come here. Sea Ranch Resort has breathtaking room views of the beach and windswept bluffs overlooking the Pacific ocean waves. They are a smaller resort with ~14 rooms, but they do have interior and exterior event spaces for small weddings or corporate events. Their restaurant features farm produce from their own farm (just down the road!). I definitely want to come back and spend a weekend!

Planned Beach-Utopian community; they hired architects, landscape designers, civil engineers, and…read moregraphic designers and it set a precedence for an oft-copied style that you'll still see today. American architects Charles Moore, Joseph Esherick, William Turnbull Jr., and Donlyn Lyndon designed the very first houses which created the distinct look that was inspired by coastal ranch sheds and structures. They kept the traditional roofline silhouette but dropped the eaves to create something new yet familiar and their redwood cladding blends into nature beautifully. It's minimal and modern but appropriate and fitting for the environment its in. You can see Charles Moore original "Condominium One" on the south end of Sea Ranch. Nowadays most of the homes are rentals or second homes, the community never happened but you do get peace and quiet with not a lot of people around. We rented a weekend home from Grand Welcome and had to drive 8 minutes north to pick up our keys at Gualala. The Kabella house was easy access to everything, we drove no longer than 10 minutes everywhere we went. Our favorite part was the glass-panel wood burning stove and the outdoor Jacuzzi that lets you enjoy the stars on clear nights.

This review is long overdue. After selling my first home with Kimberly and James, I was in the…read moremarket for a new home. Since everything had gone so well with selling my home with Kimberly and James. I decided to have them help me find my new home as well. This was not an easy task because the market was incredibly tough. And I am a very picky person. Kimberly and James have true grit! They have unwavering values. Through it all they displayed loyalty, commitment and honesty. They were there for me every step of the way. Every question and every issue, from inspection and negotiation to lifting contingencies and getting the keys to my new home... they were there! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM!!!

I cannot recommend Kimberly highly enough! As a long-distance buyer relocating from Boston to Santa…read moreRosa, I needed a realtor who could handle all the challenging homebuying logistics in California--and Kimberly exceeded every expectation. During my initial weekend visit, she quickly understood my preferences and helped me narrow down my search. When a promising property came on the market after I returned to Boston, she provided such a thorough video tour that I felt like I was walking through it myself. Her responsiveness, knowledge, and genuine care made what could have been a stressful process remarkably smooth. Kimberly truly went above and beyond at every turn. She coordinated inspections, arranged for deep cleaning before my move-in, signed for my new bed delivery and setup, and even agreed to receive my car delivery over the Christmas holidays. As a newcomer to California, I was overwhelmed with logistics, but she guided me through everything from acquiring insurance in a fire-risk area to understanding the nuances of Oakmont Village's different sub-HOA requirements. She connected me with reliable inspectors, contractors/handymen, and service providers, drawing on her extensive network and experience flipping homes with her husband. Whether answering questions herself or quickly connecting me with the right expert, her follow-through was impeccable. If you're buying a home--especially from out of state--Kimberly is the best!

We've bought and sold quite a bit of real estate in the last few years and were very lucky to have…read moreworked with Hanne Liisberg of The Coastal Real Estate Company for the sale of our Sea Ranch house. We had talked to a number of other local agents but Hanne was the most responsive and had the best knowledge of the local market. She walked us through what to expect in terms of pricing and timing and gave us very valuable advice on what should, and shouldn't, be done to the house to prepare it for sale. What we didn't expect was that she was able to get an offer before the house even hit the market. We knew that Sea Ranch home sales tend to take longer than Bay Area sales, but thanks to Hanne, we sold our house faster than we could have hoped for and got the price we wanted. Plus, when the inevitable issues came up, Hanne guided us through them with outstanding advice. Overall, a fantastic experience!

CHRISTINE HUTCHINS is the best realtor in the area…read more Christine is very knowledgeable about the Mendocino Coast, its communities, amenities and the people, as well as the comparables with Northern California Real Estate. She is very honest, and has all the details, and is not afraid to say "i will look into that" if she doesn't have the answer and get back to us promptly. She is readily available and very helpful, and will hold your hand. The Customer is her priority. I would certainly work with her for my next real estate purchase in the region.

Requested a BPO (brokers price opinion) for a property in their market. Sean not only got it done…read morewithin a few hours (after business hours, normal turn around time from other brokers is usually a few days), he drove by the property and took pictures for us (property was tenant occupied and Our company is out of town). He provided additional info that was not even requested by us which helped us tremendously to make a business decision about the property. If he puts this much effort into a simple BPO then he has my full confidence that he will go above and beyond in all other aspects of his business. Sean will be my go to broker for any real estate listings in his market. Excellent market knowledge and communication.

We recently purchased a home in West Sonoma County while living full time quite a distance away…read more The process was beyond smooth - it was FUN - and that's all thanks to Autymn and Chelsea. They not only were able to quickly identify numerous properties that met our criteria, but also were willing to provide virtual/video tours when we could not travel to view the home in person. When it came time to make an offer, Autymn and Chelsea were there to advise us and help us determine terms that were to our advantage and felt good. They supported us during a packed physical inspection period, spending an entire day (plus several hours on two other days) onsite after booking inspectors for a variety of trades and areas. Most importantly, they arranged for inspections we didn't even realize we should have (like our water filtration system - kind of important in hindsight!). They represented us well throughout escrow, ensuring that negotiations were respectful while holding firm in our priorities. In short, they worked their butts off while making the entire experience a breeze for us. KB Properties is worth every penny they earn, and then some. We wholeheartedly recommend them, and intend to use them for any future real estate needs we have in the area.

This last spring Adam, Gaelen, and Chelsea helped us buy our beautiful vacation home in the heart…read moreof a beautiful redwood forest. They were so helpful in helping us understand the area and all the ins-and-outs of what we should know about owning a home in such a unique location. They spent a whole day showing us around to comparable properties, and they were so enjoyable to be around. They were friendly, knowledgable and professional. Once we were ready to move forward they helped keep everything organized and on track, from finding a broker, insurance, inspections, etc. We live a few hours away, so having their help through that process was essential.

I have used Robert to locate and purchase a vacant lot in Sea Ranch and to manage a commercial…read moreproperty located in Gualala. Robert is responsible, responsive, thorough, and sensitive to the needs of his clients and the overall community. As Chairman of GMAC, he truly services as the ex-officio Mayor for Gualala and is well connected in the community. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend and use Robert and Oceanic Land Office for any real estate transactions on the coast, regardless of their complexities.

We have had the good fortune to work with Robert Juengling twice in purchasing houses in Gualala…read moreand Sea Ranch. On both occasions Robert was consistent in his communications and thorough in his research when answering our questions and concerns. We felt like he was as concerned as we were in getting exactly what we wanted and did not push or rush us. His knowledge of the area is encyclopedic. This was very helpful to us since we wanted to know about the community that we would be spending half our time in. Buying a house can be very stressful. We discovered Robert is more than capable of working well with stressed out buyers!

This review is for the long-term rental coordination that Coasting Home does. We were looking to…read moremove to the area and needed help finding a home to rent that was the right size, furnished and would accept our dog and two cats. I got in touch with Kim at Coasting Home early on in our rental search and she was fantastic. She found the perfect place for us that fit our criteria. She went the extra mile to provide us information on all the utility providers and gave us a few tips around the area to help make our settling in period even easier. After move in, we got a detailed inspection documenting all the existing imperfections of the house so there was a good record as we move forward in our tenancy. Would not hesitate to recommend Coasting Home for your long or short-term rental needs.

The best personal service on the Mendocino Coast. We have dealt with several agencies over the last…read more40+ years and Coasting Home is by far the best we've found.

Elizabeth Kreck has been our agent on both the buying and selling side since 2013. She is an…read moreincredible woman with a wealth of local knowledge and a wonderful down to earth agent. In the summer of 2018, Elizabeth listed our home in Anchor Bay, the house went into escrow within 2 months. I was out of state for most of the transaction but, that was not an issue at all. She communicated everything with me and I felt very confident in her! (As usual!) We closed escrow without any issues. Yay! Last Summer 2019, Elizabeth found our dream home after almost a year of searching, since selling our starter. This house has a lot more privacy and is closer to the ocean. Win Win! She knew exactly what we were looking for and called me the second the listing came into her office. If it were not for Elizabeth, we would never ever have gotten this house as it had not even gone to market yet. A perk of being a client of Mrs.Kreck's!!! She is a complete joy to be around as well.

From the owner: Specializing in Sonoma and Mendocino Coast Real Estate including The Sea Ranch, Gualala, Point…read moreArena, Manchester, Irish Beach and Timber Cove. Elizabeth Kreck has worked with buyers and seller since 2005. Please contact her at 707-972-8463 for all your real estate needs and questions.

Sea Ranch is also one of my favorite places. We use this rental agency when we go on our women's…read moreget away. We call this luxury camping because we have to provide our own linens and do light housekeeping before we check out. It is well worth it. The prices of renting the vacation homes are economical. I do recommend that you stay at least 3 nights.2 nights are not enough!!