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Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House

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Room
Beach
Beach
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 5725 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House

Welcome to your perfect Balboa Island escape. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath beach retreat is just five doors from the sand, making it effortless to slip into island life from the moment you arrive.

Start your day with a dawn power walk around the island—a local ritual you’ll quickly fall in love with. Upon return, brew gourmet coffee in the bright, open kitchen. Upon request, we can deliver a continental breakfast from a favorite local bakery, bringing that classic BnB touch to your stay.

Cruise the island in one of our golf cart rental, glide across the bay on a stand-up paddleboard, or unwind at the beach with chairs, towels, and toys ready for you and your family.

As the day winds down, the magic really begins. Book a private sunset cruise or gather on the patio, around the fire pit for a cozy evening under the stars.
NOTE: 100% renovation in works. We re-open June 11,2026. Photos are realistic 3D renderings illustrating our new unit.

Details:

--2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
--Maximum occupancy: 5 guests

--Come experience the rhythm of the island—slow, sunny, and just a little bit magical.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No use of washer/dryer between 9pm-8am

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number SLP13236

About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Balboa Island, a neighborhood in Newport 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 Crystal Cove State Park. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, snorkeling and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balboa Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House on Aug 18, 2026 start from $718, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House located?

Located in Balboa Island, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone, and Balboa Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay! Patricia, Andrew & Ruby are the perfect hosts. We loved their place & enjoyed the patio everyday. The added touches like soap, shampoo, beach chairs, towels, bikes & wine made it so special. The location is a perfect with a mix of a quiet street and a quick walk to the water. Thank you for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place, Best location

We loved our stay. Maybe slightly overpriced given the overall state of the aging property but the location is a win.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent beach rental

I was very impressed with the cleanliness and accuracy of the listing! The owner was really friendly and respectable. I had an amazing time at the property and they made sure I had everything to make sure my stay was enjoyable!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caren c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Perfect location and very cute , well appointed cottage . Nice outdoor area. Andy was very welcoming and friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time. Great accommodations. Helpful hosts. Beautiful balboa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa Island Stay

We enjoyed our stay, GREAT location. Our only thought is that it could have been cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on Ruby!

We had a wonderful 10 day stay at this perfect, clean home on Ruby. Excellent location. Patricia was a wonderful host and very accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Hosts were very friendly and welcoming. Perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, comfortable, great location!

We loved our stay here on Balboa Island! The place was comfortable and relaxing and so conveniently located. We bicycled and walked everywhere. A perfect little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just perfect!

terrific location - close to bay beaches & balboa island ferry... most excellent and kind hosts!!!! just what we needed/wanted for a get away - will joyfully book again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inexpensive Balboa island Accommodations

While we always enjoy our visits to Balboa, our overriding impression for this property was that it’s excellent location deserves better maintenance and more thoughtful furnishings and decor.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very charming and great location

We really enjoyed this lovely gem. The hosts were very generous in making sure we had everything we needed from beach chairs to beach cruisers. The ferry is very close and it’s also a short walk to Marine Ave. where all the shops and restaurants are. We hope to return here every time we visit OC.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little oasis

We’ve stayed at the Ruby house two summers in a row, and we hope to be back. It’s the perfect size and location for our annual trip to Balboa. Patricia and Andrew are attentive without being intrusive. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Island

We had a lovely stay at the property. Would highly recommend. The island is small, so you can walk anywhere, and we would recommend walking into town via the path close to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the syat

Professional, relaxing and consistent with as advertised
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy and clean

First time staying at a home instead of a hotel. We were very happy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, perfect location.

It was everything we expected and more. The check-in was very easy. The location was amazing. It’s definitely a quiet place to be at night. We walked and rode their bikes around the island a few times, and loved it! Riding the car/passenger ferry to the beaches was easy and cheap, a must do! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa Island Dream House

I have rented many properties on Balboa Island. This unit is without a doubt my favorite. It is filled with that Balboa charm that we always look for. The home is only five houses to the water, and is accessible to the ferry and the shops and restaurants on Marine. The host was always very responsive. My only regret is that I didn’t book for a longer stay. But… we will definitely visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem in Balboa

Perfect ! The cottage was cozy and has everything you’ll need. We enjoyed walking into town and along the marina. Quiet neighborhood with beautiful gardens. Thank you for sharing Ruby with us !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on Balboa Island!

My 3 kids and I stayed for 3 nights. The owner's are very helpful and friendly. There are bikes, boogie boards, beach toys, beach towels, etc. to use - and made our stay easy. It is a classic Balboa Island cottage - which I find charming. They have thought of everything to make the stay easy! There is a great outdoor patio for cocktail hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

This a wonderful place to stay while visiting Balboa Island. We loved the convenient location to the ferry and Marine street. Great to have use of beach chairs and bicycles. This is a 1 bathroom space with access from the 2 bedrooms. Not a big deal for us, but for clarity of the listing. The street was quiet and we enjoyed the patio in the mornings and evenings Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Friendly

We had such a wonderful stay at this very family friendly condo, our kids loved the single beds and the host spared no expense on all the details! This house had EVERYTHING thought out so well and the kitchen is STOCKED!! The hosts that live right up stairs in this two unit building, even left a fresh bag of coffee and filters for us! We would definitely book again if we are in the area!! 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruby relaxation

Great location on the island with a nice outdoor patio too! It was perfect for my husband and me. Although the 2nd bathroom is not inside the house,(just down the walkway) it wasn't an issue for us at all. Loved that they had beach bikes for us and that we could use them anytime! Patricia and Andrew were very thoughtful hosts and very easy to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa getaway

The location and value of the cottage were great! We had some trouble with the plumbing. And the stovetop was hard to get started. I also would recommend another comforter in the master. The duvet cover got all mixed up. Other than those minor problems, we would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little rental

The downstairs apartment was cute and perfect for a 3 night getaway with my sister. My bed a very comfortable, the dining table provided a place to set up a computer to work, the kitchen was well stocked but tiny, a dishwasher would have been nice to ensure that the dishes were actually thoroughly cleaned between renters. Our favorite area was the outside patio where we enjoyed morning breakfast and evening cocktails. The owners, who live upstairs, were very nice and friendly. The house is located steps from the bay and it was a quiet street. It should be noted that there is a rather large step down into the small shower which would make this difficult if not impossible for someone with mobility or balance problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Smakula

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We are worldwide travellers, lived in Asia (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai) for 20 years. Patricia speaks fluent Japanese, conversational Mandarin. We love sharing our home and meeting new people.

Languages:

Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin)

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