Located on Balboa Island, this charming 3-bedroom cottage offers a cozy outdoor patio with a gas BBQ and patio furniture. Inside, you'll find vintage charm with wood flooring throughout, a wood-burning fireplace in the living room and fully equipped kitchen.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 584 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Barbecue
Fireplace
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About this property
201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island
Summary:
This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Balboa Island front cottage is conveniently located within walking distance to the charming shops and cafes on Marine Ave.
The Space:
201 Ruby is professionally managed by Newport Beach Vacation Properties. 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.
SLP11864
Guest Access:
I give my guests space but am available when needed. We are available at any time to answer any questions or service the property.
- Must provide your email and be able to access our company online portal for house info.
- No parties or gatherings.
- We try our best to keep updated on remodels/construction happening around our vacation units. However, construction can pop up anytime in the City of Newport Beach without notice. N.B.V.P is not responsible and will not issue refunds due to neighboring construction.
Interaction with Guests:
I give my guests space but am available when needed
We are available at any time to answer any questions or service the property.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Furnished balcony/patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 904 square feet
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An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Must be able to login into our Online Guest Portal and provide us and working email and phone number for during your stay.
Must be 26 or older to ...
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number SLP11864
About the area
Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Huntington Beach Beaches. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
Is 201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island located?
Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and Balboa Peninsula Beaches are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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201 Ruby | Affordable Quaint Cottage Balboa Island Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Overall a nice stay. We think the property could use some deep cleaning ie dusting shutters and and wood floors. Location is convenient to beach. Loved evenings on the patio.Note: The gardners showed up with blowers at 8am on our last day as we slept! Not ok. Check out is at 10:00 and work on the home should begin then!
The home was super cute and perfect for our stay. It was spotlessly clean and the offer to have groceries pre-delivered was fantastic! Only complaint is the check in process and "house rules" are not located within VRBO. They will send you an email under a name I did not recognize with instructions on how to log in to their portal. It took me at least 2 hours to figure out how to enter the home. If the email just would have mentioned VRBO in the title, it would have been so much easier.
The rental was not exactly as expected. The second bathroom is en suite from the bedroom with the tiny bed. So guests have to walk through one bedroom to get to the bathroom. The sheets were very uncomfortable. The heat did not work, but the back bedroom was very stuffy. The TV's didnt work so we had to go out and buy Roku sticks. The location is the best part of the rental.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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 !!
jeanne w.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
20 Aug 2016
The house with the red door
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:
Our stay was very nice, cute little house just minutes away from the water... cute little town, would definitely use this place again
Lori B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brie R.
23 Aug 2016
Great Island Cottage!
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 really enjoyed our stay at 201 Ruby! The home is in a great location, easy to walk to Marine Ave as well as Ruby Beach! It was the perfect place for our family of 4 to spend a long weekend!
Brie R.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
18 July 2019
Great family time!
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:
Loved this small cottage located on Balboa Island! Close to the water where we paddle boarded and shops. We enjoyed biking and dining at the restaurants and just walking the boardwalk. We will be back!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Newport Beach V.
1 Dec 2017
Cozy Balboa Island Cottage that was so relaxing!!
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!!
Newport Beach V.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristine M.
4 July 2016
Ruby House on Balboa
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 loved the house, the location was perfect - could walk to "town" and to the ferry easily. The house was clean and comfortable with lots of character. It was nice to have a garage to keep all our beach gear.
Kristine M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Marvin F.
20 Mar 2020
201 Ruby Review
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:
We enjoyed staying at this well-located, comfortable property. It's a short walk to the boardwalk which encircles Balboa Island and also a short walk to Marine Avenue where most of the island's stores and restaurants are located.
Marvin F.
Archival
6/10 Okay
Clayton F.
27 Sept 2015
Bungalow on Balboa Island
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Very quaint bungalow but needs some upgrades in the bathrooms with the fixtures. Also needs a ceiling fan in living room ceiling The house was sealed up tight when we arrived and was very musty. We had to buy many room fresheners to make it livable the first day
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was 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:
5 of us for 5 days including Thanksgiving dinner at the property.PROS*Great Location*Quaint comfortable house*Good water pressure in showersCONS*Needs more Blankets, Towels, and Pillows*The lighting is goofy. Switches are in weird places, a lot of the lamps don't work or the bulbs are out. It always felt a little too dark.**BIGGEST PRO = Working with Vikki at Newport Beach Vacation Properties. She was AMAZING and saved our vacation! Thanks for everything Vikki!!
Matt B.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kimberly S.
25 July 2018
Birthday Celebration
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately 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 celebrated my husband's 70th birthday on Balboa. Sitting outside enjoying morning coffee, and wine at night was enjoyable. The cottage was in a perfect location to walk anywhere; stores, restaurants, beach. TV, basic cable and apps, did not work in all locations; i.e. living room. Feeling the breeze and having all the windows open was enjoyable. Just an FYI,the cottage is in the direct take-off flight path of John Wayne Airport. You do hear the jets constantly during the day.
Kimberly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
6/10 Okay
Patricia Scully S.
4 Nov 2017
201 Ruby Avenue
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This cottage was cute and comfortable. However there were some aspects that were not satisfactory. Some kitchen items were missing or broken, windows needed cleaning. Unable to use the barbecue as it needed a good cleaning.We felt that the place needed updating and newer furnishings. Zabrina was very helpful and gracious and took care of our requests promptly. Traffic on Park was constant and some times annoying. I would not request this location again.
While this property met our needs and was very clean (something very important during a pandemic), it was basic. The bed in the smaller bedroom is short and our daughter had a tough time sleeping on it. It would be good for a small child, but it was a little small for our 17 year old. The television channels were pretty much standard cable, not even ESPN...which killed my football loving husband during bowl season. The kitchen was functional, but I had a hard time finding things. The whole place was dark.
Even though the pilot light on the heater was out when we arrived, the property manager coordinated someone to fix it one day and then inspect it the next. The property manager handled the issue professionally and communicated the work times clearly.
Julie N.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
joan l.
29 Apr 2022
201 Ruby Ave Balboa Island
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Staying on Balboa Island is a treat. The house I stayed in wasn’t. It’s extremely old(1927)& hasn’t been kept up. It needs a coat of paint, windows washed, new carpeting & some TLC. Mold was growing in one the bedroom closets.Perfect location for walking, close to the boardwalk & Marine Ave. And there’s parking space for 1 car which is great. It’s very hard to find parking especially on the weekends.Another reason I wouldn’t rent this house again... is there’s an attachment that is rented out. It’s upstairs & the people that live there are quite noisy with music thumping over the master bedroom. My son- in- law at 10:30pm had to tell them to shut it down. Also arguing into the night isn’t conducive to a restful night. The walls are thin so every sound is heard.Vicki at the property rental company couldn’t have been nicer & I’ll use their company again but be more selective about where I stay. No one wants their vacation ruined because of neighbors. I’ve stayed on the island before & never had a problem. Ask a lot of questions before sign up...
joan l.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric C.
3 Jan 2022
201 Ruby
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
Eric C.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Corby M.
17 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Musty
From the moment we opened the door we were overwhelmed by the stench of musty/moldy, just plain old. While the pictures were 100% accurate, a little tired looking, I though I could do the old school cozy cabin feel. The reviews were not bad and NOBODY mentioned the odor. Well, if smells bother you, this is not the cottage for you. Hopefully I will save some folks from the experience we had.
I cannot say enough great things about the property management company. Peter was kind, understanding, responsive, and helpful. He came up with a solution to save our vacation. In the end, with a little inconvenience, our vacation was made better by this property management team. Thank you!
Corby M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Denis S.
2 Nov 2021
nice stay
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.