The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance

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A two-story building with a balcony, a door with a number, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and shrubs.
A two-story house with a balcony, a green door, and a number '5730' on the front.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a wooden bookshelf, and a kitchen in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a leather sofa with a 'Guest' pillow, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a wall hanging, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Point Defiance Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tacoma, WA
  • Place, Point Defiance Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinemark Century Point Ruston
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Tacoma

West End, a neighborhood in Tacoma, is home to this vacation home. Tacoma Nature Center and Cutts Island State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Adventure Maze and Narrows Plaza Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or Puget Sound Tennis Center.
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Map
Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • Point Defiance Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Adventure Maze - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cinemark Century Point Ruston - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Theater District Station - 14 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Street - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stack 571 Burger & Whiskey Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Anthem Coffee - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance on Nov 29, 2026 start from $325, 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 The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Point Defiance Park and Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Cinemark Century Point Ruston and Adventure Maze are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Best kitchen we’ve ever had and we’ve stayed in some bougie houses
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for my family. Restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really like The Blue Ruby. It's less 10 mins from the UPS campus where our son just graduated. The kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were well appointed and had everything we we needed. The unit was very clean. Everything worked as expected. We loved having fresh coffee and a coffee grinder. Communication with the host was great. We would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Top Notch Home and Hosts!

One of the best vacation homes I’ve stayed in. Super clean and great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2024
Nice guests! We had no issues and would happily welcome Trey back anytime or recommend him to other hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Zoo trip

Beautiful, comfortable, and clean home, with all the amenities. Very close to the park, zoo, and grocery store. Would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed our stay!

The owners have put a lot of thoughts to make this place a great home away from home. Well stocked kitchen to make quick meals, enjoy morning coffee, and our favorite spot is to sit next to the fireplace during the cold evenings. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good spot to base activities

House has all the conveniences of home plus a hot tub. Really kid friendly. Comfy beds. Good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was an above average house. The kitchen was well equipped, the beds comfortable and the furnishings were good but standard "rental" furniture. The location is excellent with easy access to Point Defiance and restaurants. Although the entry code was missing from our email, management's response was immediate. However, I must warn that it is on a very busy street with traffic at all hours of the day and night. I never slept well because of the noise. If that is not an issue for you, this would be a good family rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

The Blue Ruby was just perfect for our girls trip. We loved the individual sinks for each bedroom and everything was convenient and well planned. The outdoor space was also fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Tacoma- Go there for neighborhood outdoor fun

Well maintained with privacy near fun outdoor parks and zoo and aquarium with ferry ride for time on the water and near-by island. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property in a great location

This property was perfect for my family. It is in an excellent location within walking distance to Point Defiance Park and the Vashon ferry. There are really good restaurants all around. The property is clean and well appointed. I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone going to Tacoma.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Stayed here for 3 nights so we could take the kids to the zoo. Point Defiance is only a few minutes away. The property had everything we needed and was very clean. There were toys, games, and books for the children. The hot tub was a nice perk!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quick overnight stay

My husband, my children and I stayed here with my mom for one night for a quick trip into town. The property was very comfortable and clean. The location was convenient for our trips to the children's museum and the zoo. Slightly noisy traffic by the house at night but sound machines are provided in the bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect pet-friendly spot

Clean, well maintained property with communicative owners. Furthermore, clear, posted instructions for everything in the house from the washer/dryer to check in/out. Hottub is a total bonus. Grateful for the pet friendly accommodations. Well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at Blue Ruby

Owner very easy to communicate with. I think i am allergic to to tge cleaning products but there were air purifiers
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect post Rainier stay

Lovely comfortable stay for my group of 4 adults after our Rainier trip before flying out the next day. The hot tub was clean and perfect size for 4. Kitchen had all the useful tools and appliances. Beds were spacious and cozy. 2.5 baths were great! Appreciated the makeup towels. Instructions were clear. Communicated with the host many times and they always responded promptly. We didn’t have children with us but the games, books, and white noise machines and what looked like baby gate on the stairs were a nice touch. Community was clean and quiet. Garage was easy secure parking. We ran out of time, but proximity to Point Defiance was a selling point. We love the trails and Dahlia Garden there. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in a great location!

We stay in VRBO houses several times each year, so have a lot to compare to. This owner does several things I wish ALL VRBO owners would copy! Checkout instructions are framed, nicely formatted on letter-size paper, and posted very visibly by the front door - SO helpful. Light switches are labeled - again, very helpful. Good knives & pots/pans - a pleasant change from our usual experiences. Plenty of toilet paper, and homey but not so much clutter that there's no place to put your stuff. Super comfy couches! Some flat surfaces left open to lay things down, and open pantry space for our food. Less owner stuff makes it easy to spy what's yours when you're packing up. Fans in all the bedrooms for white noise - yes! The layout is extra well done imho - 2 king beds upstairs and twin over double bunk, plus two full bathrooms. Powder room on main floor very helpful. We'd definitely stay here again as it's super close to Point Defiance, Ruston, & downtown Tacoma, and very easy to get to, with great parking. If you're picky about such things, be aware that it is on Pearl street, a busy arterial, so there is traffic noise. Also, if you're sensitive to such things pack some travel blackout curtains (I just ordered some that use suction cups), as the blinds let in considerable light. This has been an issue for us for years, and not particular to this house, so it's really a general travel tip. So there ya go - a terrific choice near the Tacoma waterfront!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of five adults and a 4-year old stayed at The Blue Ruby for five nights. The 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms were perfect for our family. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen, the children’s toys & books, the washer & dryer, the hot tub and the two-car garage. The small outdoor space with a table and chairs was a bonus. Communication with the host was prompt and thorough. We walked to the Pt. Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and the Pt. Defiance ferry (for a day on Vashon Island). We drove the short distance to Point Rustin and enjoyed the market, restaurants and waterfront play area and water feature. We also enjoyed the playground at Owen Beach Park. The house is on the corner of Ruby and Pearl, a busy road. There was car traffic noise with the windows open but the house is well insulated and has good windows so the noise was negligible with the windows closed. We were there during warm weather so appreciated the AC. We also liked the keyless door locks. It is a comfortable house in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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