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Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes.

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A bright room with wicker furniture, a round table, and a large window.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a coffee table, and large potted plants.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and boats.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a large window overlooking a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Balboa Pier
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Fun Zone
    ‪8 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 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single 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
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes.

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.

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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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

Property Registration Number SLP13236
Property # 1986851vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Newport Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach. Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center 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. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, snorkelling 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
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balboa Island - Ruby Beach House Steps from the beach. Sand in your toes. located?

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

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Smakula

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Hi! We are your hosts, Patricia & Andy. We are worldwide travellers, lived in Asia (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai) for 20 years. Patricia speaks fluent Japanese, conversational Mandarin. Andy was a financial broker and traded the interest rate swap on the yen. We love sharing our home and meeting new people.

Why they chose this property

My family has been on the island since 1935 enjoying summers, sailing, holidays and, of course, the beach! My husband, Andy, and I would love to welcome you to one of the most charming and magical coastal escapes ~ Balboa Island.

What makes this property unique

There's a reason people return to Balboa Island & Ruby Beach House again and again.
It's not just the views. Or the cozy evenings by the fire outside. Or feeling like a local. It's your new home on the island.

And once you experience it from Ruby Beach House... you'll understand.

Languages:

Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin)

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