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Forget the crowded beaches of Southern California and escape to serene, windswept Sea Ranch, a tiny beach community located on the Sonoma-Mendocino Coast in Northern California. Rent fully furnished houses designed to appear a part of—rather than an addition to—the natural scenery. Hike through redwood groves and grassy bluffs, and then grab dinner at the Sea Ranch Lodge Restaurant, which features local fare, regional wines, and a beautiful view. And, thanks to little light pollution, you can stay out after dinner to enjoy the pristine night sky above and the sound of waves below.