PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM 49 Undeniably, a sense of community and respect for nature coalesce at The Sea Ranch. “The overall reason to visit The Sea Ranch is the joy of place—obviously, for the natural coastline, meadows, forests and hills, but also for the spirit and vision and reality of people living and respecting what they have in this 10-mile stretch of the Northern California coast,” Maynard reflects. “Come visit, stay, walk, observe, record and partake in the quiet and respect for place and nature.” DoThe best way to experience The Sea Ranch is by bike or on foot. So ditch the car and have Sea Ranch Supply drop off rental bikes at The Sea Ranch Lodge or your vacation rental. Pick up maps for The Sea Ranch’s six public access trails—Black Point, Pebble Beach, Stengel Beach, Shell Beach, Walk on Beach and Bluff Top Trail—at The PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF THE SEA RANCH LODGE - CARLOS CHAVARRÍA Maynard and Lu own LyndonDesign Gallery, which showcases the work of many local artists. They also curate the rotating art shows that grace the walls of The Café at The Sea Ranch Lodge. Thoughtfully revitalized from top to bottom after new owners bought the property in 2018, The Sea Ranch Lodge recently unveiled 17 refreshed guest rooms. The lodge even features new “supergraphics”—boldly colored graphic stripes, shapes and symbols—designed by 94-yearold San Francisco artist and graphic designer Barbara Stauffacher Solomon. In addition to the restaurant, bar, cafe and general store, the lodge is also home to the local post office and functions as the de facto community hub. Locals and visitors alike flock to the lodge for events like Trivia Night on Tuesdays and live jazz on Thursdays. Sea Ranch Association office. Hit the greens at The Sea Ranch Links, an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Muir Graves that blends the undulating seaside landscape with Scottish links-style architecture while maintaining the original lay of the land. Don’t forget to visit Maynard and Lu at LyndonDesign Gallery, a small, design-focused gallery showcasing many local artists’ work (open Saturdays or by appointment). While you’re there, head over to neighboring business, The Wine Shop, which holds occasional tasting events. You’ll also want to swing by the fanciful Sea Ranch Chapel. Although it looks like a fairy cottage in the woods, it was designed by artist and architectural designer James Hubbell, and is open daily to the public from sunrise to sunset.
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