The Gualala Country in is a real gem. I am a 78 yr old woman traveling alone and felt extremely safe. Upon entering the room on arrival, I felt like I was a guest in a friend's home. I loved the electric fireplace with flames "burning" in the corner and the simple country decor. Everything seemed clean and new. A young woman, Daniella, greeted me at check-in and invited me to sit across from her at a small table as we completed the registration process; much nicer than standing at a formal, tall counter. One of the nicest things was the sparrow's nest under the edge of the roof with mama bird and chirping babies that greeted me at the top of the outside staircase. I had a wonderful, quiet night's sleep on a very comfortable bèd. Wish i could have stayed longer.