Is BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Mother’s Beach and Balboa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

20 November 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great clean cottage close to the beach!

Loved this cottage! It was exactly as described, close to the beach and walking distance to shopping and restaurants. We rented bikes at Newport Pier, about 4 blocks from the house. They do have a small garage but we parked on the street. My husband and I stayed with our 2 teenage kids.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., San Mateo, CA

5 September 2017

Great place to stay

We stayed in this home for 2 glorious weeks. Furnished very nice and cozy. We enjoyed the front porch every day. Amazing location, so convenient to everything - we parked our car and rode bikes the whole trip. We are ready to book again next summer. The owners checked in with us to see if we needed anything - they are super nice. Definitely two thumbs up!!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

7 January 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trent and Kristin’s place was absolutely perfect. The place was nice , clean and steps to the beach

Couldn’t ask for more, from the place or the host. It is a beautiful “beach town cottage”. Clean place and neighbourhood. You can see the the beach and boardwalk from the patio. we surfed and napped and surfed and napped. Lol. Walking distance to grocery store , restaurants, bars, shops etc. This place rocks. Comfortable furniture, big TVs, wifi, and well stocked kitchen supplies. I can’t imagine anyone not enjoying themselves here As for parking we have a larger suv and we parked on the street right out front. Quiet safe no issues.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patty F., Hamilton, MT

24 February 2019

Great location! Wonderful host! Dog friendly!

We are a couple in our 60s traveling with our Labrador. This house was a perfect fit for us in a great location 1/2 block to the beach and a short walk to several excellent restaurants and bars. The living area is very comfortable and inviting with a large, new TV and cable. Red Box is just gown the street at 7-11 for movies. The king bed is very comfortable. Didn’t use the bunks but would be perfect for kids. Although we didn’t cook, the kitchen is well stocked including oils and spices. This is a place we will return to as we love to come to S CA when Montana gets cold. Owner is great to work with and communication was fast and easy. Highly recommend.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Lisa P.

23 October 2018

Location, location, location

Pros: Location, location location.... about a 1/2 block to the beach. easy walking distance to the grocery store and to the pier (restaurants and shops) cute, updated décor easy drive from John Wayne airport easy drive to Disneyland Cons: laundry is across the street from the unit at a laundry mat rent a small car, we had a full size car and it was tight No a/c, unit needs more fans triple bunk bed was tight for my kids This unit would be an A+ rental if the owners provided more towels, wash clothes, beach towels, bath soap, maybe a few beach chairs... we travelled from out of town, so we weren't going to pack this stuff and bring it on the airplane

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2 August 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, workable but not ideal accommodations.

If it had been cleaned well--including sweeping the dust and sand and grime and grossness from pretty much every corner of the place, I'd bump the overall rating up from 2 stars to three 3 stars compared to the 10-15 other beach houses between 25th and 32nd street in which we've stayed over the past 40 years. The layout is just really awkward, with a single bathroom at the center of the house (with no windows or fans or ventilation). Master bedroom needs a smaller bed...just too narrow for the king. Light bulbs all need replacing to calming tones and dimmable switches, instead of surgical grade bright white. One socket was actually sparking when jostled so we had to unplug everything from that and move the TV at the owner's suggestion (no electrician ever showed up however). Garage is so so so small and narrow. I mean, it's a parking spot, but don't plan on getting bikes in and out if you have a car there. The access to the back alley/garage/garbages is very poor. You can access it through a narrow and spider-webby accessway or you can walk around the corner and access it from Balboa Blvd. Toaster is broken....stuck on bagel setting, so your toast will be bad. Kitchen doesn't have nearly enough dinnerware, other than cups...it has a ton of cups. Kitchen is also so narrow as to make it almost impossible to use. All that said: Pros are the location. Can't beat the location in terms of access to the beach, grocery store, some restaurants, etc. Internet worked good.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy S., Bend, Oregon

19 November 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location & Great Value

After we booked this property, Kristin contacted us directly to give us all the info we needed. We scheduled our arrival and were allowed to come a little early which was nice. The Location Is Great. A short walk to everything. House was clean, and we will definitely come back in the future.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

15 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect. Very nice n cozy cottage just a few steps to the sand n waved. Very clean well stocked. Kristen was very nice and quickly answered any questions.. will definitely plan another stay-cation using this cottage. Super easy check in and check out. No problems at all

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damon F.

11 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

Small home steps from the beach, grocery store, shops, restaurants and bars. Didn’t have to drive from the moment we parked the car. Adequate kitchen for our needs, we cooked most meals there. All the normal pantry supplies, utensils, cookware. Direct communication via text with the owners who responded nearly immediately.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicole T.

3 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The hosts were great and quick to respond. The location was fantastic, several houses down from the sand, close to shops and restaurants. I initially booked this property because I planned on bringing my dog. That plan got canceled and I’m glad. The house smelled of dog pee and the tub had throw up in it from someone previously staying there, that we had to clean. I notified the owner and they said they would speak to their cleaning people. The other issue I had, were there were spots in the floor where if you walked over them it felt as if you were going to fall threw. Especially near the main bedroom where the floor was loose and I stubbed my foot several times. The overall house was nice.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lori L.

30 May 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, great customer service. Will definitely be back 😊

Great place, close to the beach. When contacting the owners I always received a prompt response. We will definitely be back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan F., Phoenix

30 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

My mom and I brought my three kids here for a quick little getaway. The cottage is in a great location; we could easily walk to the beach, grocery store, shops and restaurants. My suv was too big for the garage, but there was plenty of street parking around. The only thing I would suggest would be some extra blankets. We enjoyed the patio, but it gets chilly in the early morning and evening.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

christopher b.

3 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

This beach cottage was exactly what we were looking for during our visit to Newport Beach. Not on the beach boardwalk (not what we wanted) but only off the beach by a minute or two walk - perfect. Because parking can be a challenge the added bonus of having a garage was great. The cottage itself has to be one of the cutest properties in Newport Beach. We would absolutely choose this location if we are fortunate to get out to this area again. Loved it!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Riverside, California

24 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach getaway

Wonderful beach cottage! Great communication with owner. Will stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

22 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little beach cottage. Perfect location! Fabulous communication and experience

I would definitely rent this property again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

10 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic week

Kristin communicated well with us from the get-go and responded quickly to any questions we had. The garage parking was perfect for our Ford Escape. The house was just right for us and our 2 grandchildren, ages 13 and 11. The kitchen was well equipped with a microwave, drip coffee maker and toaster. There was even a blender. And, ample cabinet and counter space. The Direct TV was appreciated by the kids! There were games stored in the coffee table which we enjoyed. The house is old and the outlet situation was a bit challenging but power strips were available in the main bedroom and living room. There was also a USB wall charger in an outlet in the dining area. So important with all our rechargeable technology! There was sufficient bath towels and hand soap and enough cabinet space to store our daily hygiene supplies. The dressers in both bedrooms provided more than enough space for clothing for 2 adults and 2 kids. The beds were so comfy. Fans were also provided as the house has no AC., in addition to a ceiling fan in the main bedroom. The main bedroom windows open, which was helpful as it was unusually warm for several days. The 2nd bedroom is more difficult to ventilate. We would leave the back door open, which is in that room. The entryway area of the small home was a perfect catch all area for items we didn’t want to leave outside, yet kept them out of the way. We were happy to be able to park our 4 bicycles just outside the back door. The walk to the beach was so convenient that we could use the our own bathroom and trot back to make sandwiches or grab anything we might have forgot. We used the chairs , the umbrellas, and a boogie board that are stored at the house. The front porch was a lovely location to relax. The street was peaceful, even though it’s busy as cars come and go frequently. We felt extremely safe, as well. The Pavilion grocery store is only a block away and the laundromat just down the street. There are many restaurants nearby. Very walkable!! We stayed a week. This was our first beach rental experience and it did not disappoint!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

5 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location! Darling cottage!

My husband, myself, and our four daughters stayed 3 nights and wish we could’ve stayed longer! We stocked up at the grocery store across the street and then either walked or biked to everywhere we wanted to go. Walked to the beach, dinner, shops, and rented bikes to ride along the boardwalk. Had plenty of space in the cottage and the host was so wonderful and made everything easy and smooth. Will return for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

4 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool spot

Very nice place to take your family and hang out… And minutes from the beach

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

raju p.

2 April 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Excellent location, see the waves from the front patio

Location was great, simple walk to the beach. Unfortunately a large SUV does not fit in the garage, but we got lucky with street parking so not a big deal, otherwise parking is very competitive. Home is older and smaller, with unique traits and quirks. The single biggest issue is with the cleanliness of the home; including a distinct smell. The furniture (couch and beds) should be replaced, very old and not sure a cleaning would help. The bunk beds are a nice accommodation, but difficult to access as there is no ladder. The owners are very responsive and we were alerted when the home was ready, earlier than expected. Owner kept constant communication with me and answered all my questions about the area. Overall, the home is okay. The location is great. If you are wanting a trip to the beach with the family, this rental is a good option.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

31 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Location is very close to restaurants, grocery store, banks, beach, etc. Master bed was very comfortable. Kitchen fully equipped and refrigerator big. Only small disappointment was the upper bunk was hard to get in and one photo stated beach was straight in front of house (which is why we stayed there) but it’s actually a very short walk. Very tiny garage. Owner was terrific and we’d certainly stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda V.

30 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break stay

We had a great time at Newport Beach thanks to this amazing house! Walking distance to beach, groceries, good food. The kids loved access to the beach equipment. We rented bikes at a nearby shop for 2 days. Overall great southern Cali experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne k.

12 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation home away from home.

We had such a good time. Everything we needed, including the beach, was right there. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hailey O.

7 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Awesome location and great house. Appreciate the helpful check in and out information!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

brant a.

3 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

We had such a great time. Check in and out was a breeze. Great communication with property owners through our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

25 February 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and owners were super helpful with suggestions and very responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

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