According to www.CultureTrip.com (a site for the best art, culture, food and travel for every country in the world) the local town of Gualala (pronounced wah-LA-la) is considered "one of the 10 most beautiful little towns in California. Its name comes from the Pomo Indians, who lived in the area until the 1800s, and means ‘water coming down’ – perfectly describing the beautiful stretch of shore that acts as the pulse of the town. While many escape to this small town for the waterfront views and redwood trees, others opt to take in the impressive art and culture scene."

The Surf Market is a great place to stock up for your feasts while staying at Sea Ranch. You'll find lots of fresh bread and pastries every morning and many other local options throughout the store, as well as an excellent selection of vegan options. Be sure to check out the very high-quality barbecue made by the owner himself during the summer months. Did we mention their amazing wine selection? Many say their sommelier is one of the best you will ever meet.

Four Eyed Frog is a wonderful independent bookstore located in the Cypress Village business area in Gualala--and the only bookstore for many miles in any direction. In the age of Amazon,  they continue providing excellent customer service and faithfully promoting regional books and authors. They offer an amazing selection of books and are famous within the Sea Ranch community for being able to find almost any publication imaginable...even those that are out of print. This store is definitely a book lovers' delight.

Opened in 2005, on the rugged Mendocino coast, Red Stella offers an unexpected shopping experience. Visitors enjoy the eclectic collections of clothing, shoes, gifts and home accessories that are carefully procured by the owners to reflect their love of great design, style, function and fun. Coastal living with an urban edge is exactly what you'll find when you enter Red Stella.

This is a unique shop offering hand selected-fabrics, notions, fine yarns, creative crafts, kits, art supplies and locally handmade gifts for the whole family to enjoy. Marva Jacobs and her team of fiber and craft professionals at The Loft are as friendly, down to earth and professional as can be. It's a pleasure to visit the store and experience their helpful, can-do attitude.

A local resource for most categories of footwear, plus shoe repair, orthotic consults, leather goods, hats, handbags, socks, adhesive cements, polish and conditioners. The Cobblery offers expert custom sizing, stretching and modifications for a perfect fit. Family owned and operated store in the heart of Gualala, they have provided customers with top-quality shoes and shoe repair since 1987; they treat all of their customers as if they were a part of the family. 

The Sea Trader carries a wide variety of all things "spiritual." This eclectic shop never fails to invoke wonder and inspires the awakening and celebration of mind, body and spirit. You'll find books, tarot, music, candles, lotions, oils, incense, meditation/oga accessories, jewelry, cards, stationery and one-of-a-kind gifts.

This is where you'll find hardware, housewares, auto parts, apparel, propane, paint, appliances, lumber and many gift options. Their professional and friendly staff have the knowledge to help you find what you are looking for. Stop by and check out their great selection of products at competitive prices.

The Sea Ranch Supply store is a hardware store, metal works shop, garden and landscape store, lumber supply shop and a machine tools rental--in one picturesque location up on the ridge in Sea Ranch. This local gem is the heart of the Sea Ranch's DIY enthusiasts. Oh, and they also rent bikes!