Sea Ranch Chapel

There is no way you can miss this chapel with its unique design and beauty! The design and artistry is absolutely astonishing complimented with the sounds and serenity of nature. There are benches to kneel on and sit inside. This was my first time visiting the chapel and it won’t be my last!!!

A nondenominational sanctuary for prayer, meditation and spiritual renewal. Award winning San Diego artist James Hubbell has created this beautiful architectural design as a measure of peace blended of art and purpose.
As I was driving down the 1, I spotted this «chapel» not knowing it was this. Wooou, stop this mighty steed (escape wagon) I said and toodled up the road very slowly not knowing if it was private, but, I just had to see this closer up. That was the best thing I ever did. It is a «gift» for all to behold… nothing like it near and far. It has teak doors, native redwood, stained glass, cedar roof with copper and bronze spire, local stone, chandelier, mosaic fountain and floors. The pictures do it no justice because it is an «organic» experience.
Keep your eyes wide open and do make this stop/​visit to this amazing work of art .you will thank me. I know have visited this chapel a few times now. I give myself some time to reflect and to be still; never another person seen; how does that happen
Namaste

A visit to Sea Ranch wouldn’t be complete without it. Like others have saíd, this little chapel is like an oasis in the middle of the desert. A must see.

Every trip to Sea Ranch we stop here. It is unique, peaceful and a beautiful stop. Don’t pass it up.

As a virulent atheist, I approve of this chapel. It’s quiet and soothing. Every time I drive by (once a year, more or less) I stop in to check it out. It’s a marvelous site.

Absolutely gorgeous mini sized non-​denominational chapel off the main highway. It felt spiritual and quiet without even a slight hint of religious imagery so major props to the architect. We stayed for about a half hour and a few groups popped in but because of the lay out, it didn’t feel intrusive or interrupt anything. We loved it. It’s the perfect beachy meditation spot.

AMAZING place, absolutely worth the visit. My partner Jason just happened to notice it while we were passing in a car (it is NOT well marked, so keep eyes peeled for it… I think it is intentionally set back to be private and contemplative). The architecture is totally unique and visually (through the shape and stained glass) water and fluid themed. My Dad is a stained glass artist, and I could greatly appreciate the work that went into creating the windows. STUNNING, can’t recommend it enough. The highlight of our trip to Sea Ranch!!!

Smack dab at Sonoma County Mile 55.5 on Highway 1 is a most unexpected sight that you may buzz by without knowing it’s there. That would be a shame since it’s one of the most interesting pieces of architectural whimsy you’re likely to see along this bucolic part of California. It’s hard to describe… but to me, it looks like a garlic clove with a sparse Mohawk. Yet, there is an unusual serenity to be found with the swooping design and intimate interior.
The elaborate doors with stained glass inlays are made of teak, and the walls inside are redwood. The white plaster ceiling is meant to look like flower petals crowning the small but airy space. I really like the polished, butt-​comforting redwood pews. All the mosaic flooring and stained glass windows give the impression of natural shapes responding to the sea and the wind.
A local couple in Sea Ranch, Robert and Betty Buffum, generously commissioned San Diego architect James T. Hubbell to design it in 1984. Frank Lloyd Wright would have applauded the chapel’s conformity with nature. Take a look at my photos in the gallery to see what I mean. It’s well worth making a pitstop to see unless of course, there is a private wedding going on. Bring a gift-​wrapped blender just in case.

This little non-​denominational chapel is open to the public every day to pray, meditate, or just gawk at the elfin sanctuary.