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The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance

Holiday home in Tacoma with kitchen and balcony

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View from the street
Living Room with 65" smart TV and fireplace
shotgun open concept first floor
relaxing backyard with hottub!
Primary bedroom with King bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tacoma, WA
  • Place, Point Defiance Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Puget Sound
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single 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

About this property

The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance

We are thrilled to offer our vacation home from our family to yours.

This Townhome is in a great location, easy to find and close to all the amenities in Point Defiance and Ruston.

With 2 king bedrooms and a spacious bunk room, premium natural gas grill and hot tub, 2 smart TVs, work from home spaces, and beautiful views of the Puget Sound — this place has it all!

The space
Spend your evenings cooking and dining in our open concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen is fully stocked for all of your needs, and has been described as “lavish” by guests. We have a 55” smart TV and fireplace with easy on/off switch in the living room for cozy raining PNW evenings, or soak in the hot tub in the back yard while grilling on the Weber grill with natural gas line. Our master bathroom also boasts a deep soaking tub with water views.

In the mornings sip your coffee on the second story porch watching the Puget Sound. It’s a great spot for sunset views as well.

We have two king rooms and a bunk room with a twin over full configuration, making it a winner for couples traveling together, families or solo travelers alike.

The space also offers covered off street parking in the garage and ample street parking.

Neighborhood:
Point Ruston, Point Defiance Park and the Zoo / Aquarium are all within walking distance (less than a mile). There is a co-op just down the street for groceries, or hit up the Point Ruston Farmer’s Market. In the summer Point Ruston hosts live concerts and has a water feature that our kids love to play in.

Takana Take-out and Antique Sandwich shops are perfect spots for a take away lunch to be enjoyed in the Point Defiance park or Point Ruston waterfront.

For coffee checkout Coffeezaun or Dancing Goats!

Parking:
The house is best accessed by car, though public transit is nearby. Ample parking for large parties with multiple cars. We provide off street garage parking for 1-2 vehicles as well.

walking distance to groceries, coffee shops, etc
walking distance (1mile) to Point Defiance Zoo and adventure park
walking distance (1mile) to Point Ruston
less than 9 mins to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge
less than 9 mins to 6th ave with plenty of bars and shops!
45 mins to SeaTac Airport

Other things to note:

While we love bringing our young daughters to this townhome, there are some things to be aware of before bringing your small children. We have a fireplace, hot tub, stairs and other features which are not child proofed. Let us know if you have any questions regarding kids or would like the child items put out (additional $30 cleaning fee to sanitize and store items between uses). Kid Gear must be requested at minimum 24 hours before check in. There is also a busy street (Pearl) next to the house, please do not let your young children play in the yard unattended.
Guest access
We are firm believers in king size beds, and have two of them available. The main bedroom features a king memory foam bed, walk in closet and private balcony with water views, en-suite bathroom and soaking tub.

The second king room has a mini en-suite with an in room sink and vanity, and large closet. The third bedroom or “bunk room” features a twin over full bunk, desk and another mini en-suite sink and vanity.

During your stay you have private access to the whole home and off street garage parking!
Other things to note
We love our location, which is a straight shot to Point Defiance Park and other attractions and easy to find from the freeway! However there is road noise from the nearby Pearl St.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 605631572

About the area

Tacoma

West End, a neighbourhood in Tacoma, is home to this holiday home. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum and Job Carr Cabin Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit 6th Ave and Tacoma Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tacoma Dome, or consider a night out at Court House Square.
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Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • Point Defiance Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Puget Sound - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Street - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Food and Drink - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

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

About the host

Your host

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Hi! We're Levi and Natalie. We have two daughters and two dogs. On weekends we love playing board games, taking walks to the beach or the nearby park with our family, and spending time in our backyard.

Why they chose this property

We love the point Ruston neighborhood. The proximity to the zoo and nearby parks; there are some great restaurants and shops, and we can walk to the water front. The home itself is a great respite from traveling too, with a fireplace and hot tub it makes the PNW winters cozy, and with a grill and soaking tub it provides a great space to land after long days hiking in the warm summers.

What makes this property unique

We love the king sized beds, the kids room, the shotgun style main floor that allows our family to both cook, eat and relax all together.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests