The Sea Ranch Chapel
Open daily to the public, 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset.
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Open daily to the public, 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset. The grounds surrounding the chapel as well as the structure itself were the gifts of Sea Ranch residents, Robert and Betty Buffum. Upon completion in December of 1985, the chapel was dedicated in memory of Kirk Ditzler, a navy aviator, zoologist, and artist. The Sea Ranch Chapel Foundation was implemented for the continued maintenance and care of the chapel and grounds. Pat and Lyle Ditzler, long time Sea Ranch residents and dear friends of the Buffums were intimately involved in the joyous design of the chapel.
James Hubbell, artist and architectural designer is the creative genius who combined local natural materials with gifted local contractors, craftsmen and artisans. The chapel is protected by a carefully designed native habitat that is the product of several talented landscape planners. It is maintained by guardian volunteers of the chapel.
A must seee
If you are in the area this is a must see. A very unique structure that reminds you of something Tolkien would have created. Inside there is a serenity that is eerily magical and spiritual.
Worth a Stop
Beautiful little place along Highway 1, easy off and on, and so pretty. One group/family per time allowed inside during COVID
A Treat for the Soul
Lovely little Chapel tucked away near the forest edge., It is not right on the highway so you have to watch for it. Unique and pleasing architecture and it was open, so we could visit say a prayer...
