201 Ruby

3 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

5 Guests

4.7

This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Balboa Island front cottage is conveniently located in walking distance to the charming shops and cafe’s on Marine Ave


About the property

This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Balboa Island front cottage is conveniently located in walking distance to the charming shops and cafes on Marine Ave., as well as the historic Balboa Island Ferry that takes both cars and pedestrians on a 5 minute ride to Balboa Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean beaches.

The front of this rustic cottage features a cozy outdoor patio complete with a gas BBQ and patio furniture where you can prepare your favorite outdoor meals or enjoy your morning coffee. The inside of this cottage has purposely been maintained in its original Balboa Island vintage style featuring a high-vaulted ceiling in the living room outlined with traditional wood planks. There is wood flooring throughout the cottage, a wood-burning fireplace, and 2 cozy sofas in the living area.

The kitchen is fully equipped including a refrigerator, freezer, oven, stove, microwave, double stainless-steel sink, and fully stocked with all the cookware and place settings you will need. Adjacent to the kitchen and living room, is a separate dining area with a rectangular wooden table that seats six people very comfortably. In the hallway, you will find all 3 bedrooms. The first one on the right has a queen bed, directly across the hall is the other smaller bedroom with a twin bed and an en suite full bathroom. The spacious master bedroom found at the end of the hall has its own en suite bathroom, plenty of closet space, and a flat-screen TV.

There is a shared washer and dryer and a spot for 1 car in the garage beneath the back unit which is not part of this unit. Street parking is also usually available.

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Features & amenities

  • Guests: 5
  • Cooking Basics
  • Non-Smoking on Property
  • Balboa Island
  • Bayside
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Surfing
  • Shopping
  • Whale Watching
  • Hospital
  • Wind Surfing
  • Laundromat
  • Watersports
  • Bike/Running Path
  • Path to Entrance Lit at Night
  • Outdoor
  • Bed Linens
  • Cable
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Coffee Maker
  • Dryer
  • Living Room
  • Towels
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Smoke Detector
  • Stove
  • Washer
  • Grill
  • Free wifi
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Dishwasher
  • Garage
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Fireplace
  • Parking
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet
  • Smart TV
  • Dining table
  • Pets Allowed: no
  • Lodging Type: Duplex
  • Square Feet: 904
  • Area: Balboa Island
  • Bathroom 1: 1
  • Bathroom 2: 1
  • Free Parking
  • Private Living Room
  • Street Parking
  • Private Entrance
  • Desk
  • Master bedroom Queen: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Queen: 1
  • Bedroom 2 Twin: 1
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Guest Reviews

4.7 of 5 average (145 reviews)


July Vacation 2022

Valerie R.

This location was perfect for our family! Had a wonderful time!

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


nice stay

Denis S.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
we had a very good time and enjoyed ourselves. I had to kill a cockroach in the second bathroom. need to address bug problem. also there should be a chopping board in the kitchen. direct TV sucks.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


201 Ruby

Denise S.

Good except for TV service. Not enough channels.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


201 Ruby

Eric C.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
we had a great experience at 201 Ruby

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Best kept Secret on the Island

cherie t.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Cute cabin with everything you need! I wanted a quiet place to recharge and this place hit the Mark. Adorable character and AWESOME fireplace!!!! I loved it! Ruby house will definitely be a tradition every year. Plenty of space and the garage is very clean and convenient. Close to EVERYTHING even a market near by and the home sits in a great location!

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Good Location

Jim L.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Good location.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Beautiful Bungalow

David M.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at the Ruby bungalow was fantastic. We stayed during a holiday and we were especially happy with how well the kitchen was equipped. During the week we were there the property management dropped off even more items for our use as it was a holiday week. Having plenty of space for our family was wonderful. The place was clean and well maintained. Instructions and communication from the management company was excellent and much appreciated. We will be booking this home again soon.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Awesome weekend getaway

Anonymous

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
The property was very clean, the beds were extremely comfortable, it had a great location near the marina and downtown. My family really enjoyed our stay there! We will definitely be back.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


4th of July 2019

David C.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Very enjoyable

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Perfect for a retreat

Anonymous

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Had a lovely stay at this cozy cottage. Rented for a joint family vacation and company retreat and it worked perfectly on both fronts. Would definitely return.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


FABULOUS

Anonymous

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
Everything was perfect. Loved the cottage. Every thing was clean, well equipped, easy to get anywhere up and down the coast and to the Balboa ferry. Sweet. Staff so helpful, any time I emailed, I received a timely response. Loved it all!

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Perfect spot on Balboa!

lesa p.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
This little cottage is in the perfect spot on Balboa island and so so charming! It was clean, cozy and comfortable. We walked everywhere on the island and we loved feeling like 'one of the locals' in the neighborhood. Easy access to Newport, Fashion Island, shopping, restaurants and yet so quiet and quaint. Loved it!

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Great location--Balboa Island family fun

Karen M.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
We were looking for a family friendly, affordable cottage for a family get together and this fit the bill. It is cozy. It was clean and the tiny kitchen was well stocked. The garage and laundry facilities were a plus as was the keyless entry. We found street parking as well. The property management people were responsive. The only reason I give it a 4 star rating is that the lighting was very dim so it was difficult to read in the cottage which I love to do on vacation. Because it was Christmas week, I didn't think to call the property manager about this but she indicated that they would have provided better lighting if they had been informed...and that is customer service.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Cozy Balboa Island Cottage that was so relaxing!!

Newport Beach V.

We love Balboa Island!! Such a unique area of Orange county to bring the family. Walking the bayfront and riding bikes on the Ferry to the Beach front is so relaxing. This house is perfect for a small family that enjoys the cottage feel. Prime location on the Island. Newport Beach Vacation Properties is so friendly and makes the check in process so easy with the guest portal and automated system. We want to come back every year!! Thank you for the lovely memories!!

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025


Newport Beach

Ali A.

Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:
This place is great and i will go there neixt time.

Submitted on Sep 11, 2025

Location

Oct 23-30, 2025
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Floor Plans

201 Ruby Ave. Floor Plan