Title: Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100785747&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views Family-friendly holiday home in San Jose with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views ![Terrace/patio - Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views (San Jose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100785800/100785747/0e105585.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views (San Jose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100785800/100785747/w907h683x59y0-cd31008e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views (San Jose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100785800/100785747/6d756dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views (San Jose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100785800/100785747/w906h683x59y0-4b98613d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views (San Jose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100785800/100785747/5cb88924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71365 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views Retreat above the city in this one-of-a-kind home and gaze at the sweeping view of Silicon Valley. Rancho Ruby is a revived 1950s ranch designed with a modern California style. Every amenity and detail has been thoughtfully considered for the tech-savvy travelers. The home is open, peaceful, and cool. It sits on a hilltop, situated on a secluded & gated third acre lot to allow tranquility for guests but is only a 15 minutes drive to the city center. For other inquiries, please reach out to us on @ranchorubysj on social or gmail ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,365 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74100000/74092700/74092669/b684288f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### @ Marbella Lane - 4BR Home Away From Home | Ldry Ardenwood - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=74092669&PinnedHotelID=74092669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | 8 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120143200/120143176/f928c208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Massive 8BR Home in Hayward With AC Free Parking Downtown Hayward - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Living/dining area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=120143176&PinnedHotelID=120143176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100150000/100148400/100148351/db801177.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### @ Marbella Lane - Stylish Cozy4BR in SiliconValley Santa Clara - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=100148351&PinnedHotelID=100148351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34591900/34591897/bb8e92e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 350 · Quiet Victorian Bungalow in downtown San Jose Hensley - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=34591897&PinnedHotelID=34591897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119291400/119291314/506259f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 3BR Home, Near BART, Tesla, Great Schools Grimmer - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=119291314&PinnedHotelID=119291314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119190000/119185500/119185489/f58f281e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 5-bedroom house with AC in San Jose South San Jose - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=119185489&PinnedHotelID=119185489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87680000/87672300/87672274/0cc7a2b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Retreat in the Heart of San Jose - Your Perfect Getaway! 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Avoid food waste down the sink since it also goes to the septic tank. Take off your shoes in the home. There are indoor slippers to wear in the cabinet near the entrance. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.34059%2C-121.78678&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ChnAum83mZKkQSPae6vR42xa1QM=) San Jose, CA #### What's nearby - Lake Cunningham Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Raging Waters \- 4 min drive \- 1.8 miles - San Jose McEnery Convention Center \- 12 min drive \- 8.0 miles - SAP Center at San Jose \- 12 min drive \- 8.9 miles - Santana Row Shopping Center \- 16 min drive \- 12.9 miles #### Getting around - Alum Rock Station - 6 min drive - Tamien Station (Caltrain) - 12 min drive - San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tisane - ‬4 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Olive Garden - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views? ### What time is check-in at Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views? ### What time is check-out at Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views? ### Where is Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Retreat: Hot Tub, BBQ/fire pit, City Views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shoeb S. 23 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kien's Rancho Ruby is a memorable experience ! The home itself was immaculately clean. Our check in experience was very welcoming. Kien's instructions and brief messages all over the home were super helpful. Within an hour of entering we felt like we knew the home and the neighborhood. Even though I was occupied with the wedding my family were able to enjoy the hot tub, beautiful sunsets and the outdoor patio for family dinners. We stayed here for 10 days (originally planned for 7 but the host graciously let us extend our stay) and my family enjoyed staying at Rancho Ruby way more than my own home. I would highly recommend Rancho Ruby for any visitors or local who are looking to host events or just enjoy the best the bay has to offer <3 best of luck to Kien and I hope everyone's experience here is as amazing as ours was. ##### Shoeb S. Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela M. 12 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Modern Comfort w Spectacular View This hilltop home was a perfect fit for our work crew of five adults for two weeks. Kien has done an amazing job renovating his home to maximize the beautiful view and large outdoor spaces. Everything has been updated very tastefully and they didn’t skimp on comfort. From the plush couch and chairs, large beds, new windows and direct heat and air units to the little touches like robes and house shoes it is a winner. The kitchen is large and open and the bathrooms are clean and modern. They even provided a couple of dog beds, toys and treats. There was ample parking for our trucks and great patio furniture, games and a spa for lounging after work. The succulent garden in back was a surprising treat. Kien was quick with communication and easy to work with. Even though we were near tons of shopping and restaurants, the location of this home made it feel peaceful and removed from the hustle of the city. I recommend this home for work or a family get away. We would definitely re-book! ##### Angela M. Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Haley B. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good property The property is newly renovated so that was nice. Love the front outside area. Was a nice fenced in place for the kids to play and adults to hang out and talk. The house is very small, especially bathrooms, but did the job. The only thing I didn’t like was the cleaning fee but house wasn’t as clean as I’d like for the money. If you look under beds and behind furniture / crib I had to clean really well. Lots of dust / dog hair. Cleaners need to do a nice deep clean for the amount of a cleaning fee. ##### Haley B. 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