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Close to Newport Beach Pier, Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage provides amenities like golfing on site and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage

  • Exclusive water-view rooftop deck, steps to the sand, pier, sailing harbor, shops, and cafes. Harbor Lookout is a custom-built 3BR with rare A/C and a view few Newport rentals offer — guests tell us it feels `like staying at the Four Seasons.` Quiet street next to the harbor, yet walkable to everything. Sip wine and watch the sailboats catch the light at sunset.

    Signature highlights:
    ✓ Rooftop Deck
    ✓ Rare A/C
    ✓ Garage + EV⚡
    ✓ King + 2 Queens
    ✓ 75` TV + music + fast Wi-Fi
    ✓ Cozy fireplace

    Popular—dates go fast!

    The space
    Harbor Lookout is a luxury 3BR upper-level retreat, custom built in 2023 and professionally designed and decorated end to end — high-end fixtures, curated decor, and the fit and finish of a ground-up designer build, not a converted rental. Guests notice the moment they walk in; more than one has told us it feels `like staying at the Four Seasons.` Rare central A/C, fast Wi-Fi, secure garage parking, whole-home music, and a Level 2 EV charger.

    Rooftop Deck Lounge
    Your private rooftop oasis sits above the harbor, the kind of place where morning coffee stretches into starlit evenings with sailboat lights dotting the water below. Enjoy lounge seating under a large articulating shade umbrella, outdoor dining table, gas BBQ, and sunset views over the Balboa Peninsula. After the beach, rinse off in the warm outdoor shower before heading upstairs for dinner, drinks, or a quiet night under the coastal sky.

    The Goldilocks Zone — not too close, not too far. Just right. This is the location locals choose: steps from everything, removed from the crowds.

    A short 2–3 minute walk covers the sand, Newport Pier, and the oceanfront boardwalk, along with Mom`s Beach for calm bay swimming and paddleboarding, Marina Park, bike and surf rentals, waterfront dining and cafés (Crab Cooker, Lighthouse Café, Shorebird), Balboa ice cream bars, and the Sunday farmers market.

    Surf, sail, paddle, bike — then retreat to a quiet street where the evening actually feels like vacation. Park once in your own spot and leave the car there all week.

    Sleeping Arrangements
    Comfortable sleeping for six across three well-appointed bedrooms — each individually designed, no two alike.

    🛏️ The Flagship Master
    King bed · Premium mattress · Brooklinen percale sheets · Blackout shades · 55` Smart TV · A/C

    🛏️ The Bay View Room
    Queen bed · Brooklinen percale sheets · Partial bay & beach views · Blackout shades · 55` Smart TV · A/C

    🛏️ The Surf Room
    Queen bed · Brooklinen percale sheets · Surf & skate-themed décor · Blackout shades · 55` Smart TV · A/C

    The Bath
    The spa bathroom serves all three bedrooms equally and exceptionally. Warm, high-end lighting fills the walk-in shower, designer fixtures and finishes carry the custom-home quality through, the full Apotheke bath collection is stocked, and plush Turkish towels complete the experience.

    Chef’s Kitchen, Wine & Coffee Bar
    Built for real cooking and fully stocked — a commercial-style gas range, Bosch refrigerator, and craft ice maker. The dedicated coffee bar covers every preference (drip, Keurig, and French press), and the wine & beverage cooler keeps everything chilled for sunset on the rooftop. Rounding it out: a Breville toaster oven, rice maker, and air fryer.

    Tech & Comfort
    Central A/C throughout makes Harbor Lookout a true Newport rarity. The 75` Samsung Frame TV with surround sound and whole-home audio makes staying in feel like a choice, not a compromise. Smart home lighting, automated shades, ultra-fast Wi-Fi for work-from-beach days, an in-garage washer/dryer, and a cozy gas fireplace add comfort throughout.

    Garage Parking
    Secure garage parking with a Level 2 EV charger. Fits a full-size SUV (no tall roof racks).

    Beach Essentials, Handled
    Beach chairs, umbrella, towels, surfboards, boogie boards, and a cooler are ready in the garage — grab and go, two minutes to the sand.

    Traveling with little ones?
    Pack-n-play, high chair, crib, and baby monitor available on request.

    Book with Confidence
    Trust is easy to claim and hard to earn, so we let the record speak:

    • 5-Star reviews.
    • `Loved by Guest` Vrbo Favorite badge.
    • Top scores for cleanliness, accuracy, check-in, and communication.
    • The photos don`t do the place justice.
    • Premier Host (4 years) · 100% response rate, typically less than 15 minutes.

    Your Host
    • Hosted by a lifelong Newport local — you get insider recommendations tourists never find: where locals actually dine and the best activities to experience on the Balboa Peninsula.
    • Premier Host (4 years) · 100% response rate, typically less than 15 minutes.

    Premium by Design
    Compare the Harbor Lookout to anything nearby: rooftop view deck, custom 2023 build, designer finishes, carefully curated decor, hotel-quality beds (king included), rare A/C, secure garage parking + EV charging, 75` TV, whole-home music system, private outdoor dining, two minutes to sand and pier. Few rentals nearby check even half these boxes. Guests rave that the rooftop view makes it worth every penny.


    Arrival made easy
    • Contact-free self check-in
    • Private secure gated entrance
    • Luggage drop-off allowed if you arrive early
    • 11 AM checkout — a relaxed last morning, not a rushed one
    • Stairs lead you to the upper-level retreat

    Good to know
    • Upper-level duplex with private entrance
    • Stairs — may not be suitable for guests with mobility limits
    • Age requirement: 25+ to book
    • Quiet hours 10 PM–10 AM; no loud parties
    • One secure parking space reserved for your vehicle
    • Security cameras at front exterior and garage
    • Garage is shared with the lower unit — all other spaces are private

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 11 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off all Air Conditioners (Bedrooms & Living Room)
Make Sure Roof Deck sofas are covered
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The City of Newport Beach prohibits the use of a rental unit to be used for any commercial purposes.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood 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 Huntington State Beach and Huntington Beach Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with clear blue water, palm trees, and houses along the shore.
    Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
    Newport Beach Pier
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A marina with boats docked along the shore, a prominent building with a dome, and palm trees lining the background.
    Balboa Beach
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A marina with boats at sunset.
    Lido Marina Village
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mother’s Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station
    19 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mutt Lynch's
    6 min walk
  • Baja Sharkeez
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • The Beach Ball
    4 min walk
  • T K Burgers
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rooftop Sunsets & Sailboats · 2-Min to Sand & Pier · A/C & Garage located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Beach Pier. Mother’s Beach and Balboa Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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