[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU Vacation home in Abilene with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73640000/73640000/73639920/ef36d893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73640000/73640000/73639920/a6a880b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73640000/73640000/73639920/98091364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73640000/73640000/73639920/dd5ccf18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73640000/73640000/73639920/6bb1de07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Ruby, nestled in a quiet Abilene neighborhood near ACU and HSU, features an inviting living space with a smart TV and reliable wireless internet. Enjoy home-cooked meals at the dining table or unwind in one of four fully furnished bedrooms. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU Enjoy the pristine and modern style of The Ruby during your trip to Abilene. The Ruby features an updated space with 4 fully furnished bedrooms, a functional kitchen with coffee provided, 2 bathrooms stocked with the essentials, a comfortable living space, and access to laundry. Explore the convenience of our quiet neighborhood, located just around the corner from ACU, HSU, shopping & restaurants, Hendrick Medical Center, The Abilene Expo, Dyess Air Force Base, and more! We can't wait to host you! The Ruby offers a warm and welcoming open living space furnished with a comfortable couch, two poufs, a smart TV, and fast reliable wireless internet. Additional seating is stored close by for your convenience. Enjoy a great home-cooked meal, or finish off some of that leftover BBQ from one of Abilene’s famous restaurants at our dining table, which comfortably seats four and adjoins bar seating for three. The kitchen is ready and equipped with the basic cooking utensils you may need: cookware, dinnerware, eating utensils, wine glasses and bottle openers. The Ruby also offers a Keurig coffee maker and plenty of K-Cups, as well as creamer and sugar. The Ruby is equipped with a washer, dryer, laundry detergent, ironing board and iron for your use. Each bedroom at The Ruby is uniquely decorated and comfortably set with a queen bed, dresser, closet, full length mirror, and night stands to help you feel more at home. Every room is equipped with two USB charging stations as well, just in case you forgot your phone charger. You’ll enjoy The Ruby’s two sparkling clean and updated bathrooms. Both bathrooms are equipped with extra towels, bath tissue, body wash, shampoo, hand soap, and hair dryers for your convenience. With a large, private backyard The Ruby is a great place to enjoy a West Texas sunset. The Ruby offers off-street parking for up to 4 vehicles. Parking on the street is available and free, should you need it. Whatever brings you to Abilene, we are excited that you have chosen to stay at The Ruby. We hope the time you spend in our home adds to your enjoyment while you visit our little slice of West Texas! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101370000/101366800/101366769/e0deb463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa de Tia Lala Cozy 6 beds near Expo Center, Airport, & Zoo Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=101366769&PinnedHotelID=101366769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88640000/88635500/88635490/7dcc911f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### King Bed Entire Home with Kitchen near ACU Abilene, Zoo Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 47 reviews CA $276 CA $370 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=88635490&PinnedHotelID=88635490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83030000/83022700/83022684/16eea746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oma's House on Orange (Pet Friendly) Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews CA $205 CA $377 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=83022684&PinnedHotelID=83022684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108440000/108439900/108439849/716ef4b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maxine's Place- A Wonderful Family Legacy Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=108439849&PinnedHotelID=108439849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63940000/63938900/63938895/ed9952d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pearl - Fully Updated 3/2 Home Near ACU Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=63938895&PinnedHotelID=63938895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99780000/99775600/99775501/f6600d8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boutique home near ACU Abilene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=99775501&PinnedHotelID=99775501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119210000/119203900/119203864/e24d04d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Abilene, this vacation home is in the city center. Cinemark Abilene and Town and Country Drive-in are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature and Abilene Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium or Moody Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Abilene travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Abilene.dx266) [View more Vacation homes in Abilene](https://www.expedia.ca/Abilene-Private-Vacation-Homes.d266-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C32.47385%2C-99.71824&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9DA8LLeCEIOvFNWSSOWgqKEg0is=) Abilene, TX ### What's nearby - Abilene Christian University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Hardin Simmons University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Hendrick Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Taylor County Expo Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km - Abilene Zoo - 9 min drive - 5.7 km ### Getting around - Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Braum's - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cork & Pig Tavern - ‬18 min walk - ‪Rosa's Cafe and Tortilla Factory - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Ruby - Modern Updated 4/2 Home Near ACU located? > Located in the heart of Abilene, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Abilene Christian University, Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium, and Moody Coliseum. Hardin Simmons University and Hendrick Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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