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Charming home on Balboa Island!

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming home on Balboa Island!

Balboa Island is an absolute jewel in the middle of Newport Bay. There is a 1.6 mile walkway around the perimeter and a charming 2 block main street with unique shops and fine and casual dining, literally around the corner! My cottage is very inviting. Features a courtyard with outdoor fireplace. It is one bedroom with two bathrooms and a separate sleeping area off of the living room. Perfect for two or a small family. It is possible to sleep one additional person on the twin bed size couch. Centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego. Great for day trips.

The neighborhood is very relaxed. This is a popular destination so there is a fair amount of activity which makes the courtyard a welcome retreat. My home is one street away from the main street. It is so very quaint! There is a big mixture of old beach houses and new upscale construction. It is a wealthy area with down-to-earth residents.


SLP11888

Keywords: House, single story, wheelchair accessible, outdoor patio/fireplace

Property manager

Jill Adams

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Small family/friends gatherings are OK.
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 and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number SLP57364

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Home Balboa Island House
Charming Home Balboa Island
Charming Home on Balboa Island! Balboa Island
Private vacation home Charming Home on Balboa Island!
Charming On Balboa Newport
Charming Home House
Charming Home
Charming On Balboa Newport
Charming Home on Balboa Island! Newport Beach
Charming Home on Balboa Island! Private vacation home
Charming Home on Balboa Island! Newport Beach
Charming Home on Balboa Island! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Balboa Island, CA

What's nearby

  • Newport Dune - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fashion Island - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 13 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming home on Balboa Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming home on Balboa Island!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming home on Balboa Island!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming home on Balboa Island! located?

Located in Balboa Island, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Charming home on Balboa Island! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Ideal location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Perfect location and loved the house. Wonderful time staying there :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great, well stocked and very fine location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10

Excellent location, literally steps away from restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries. Felt like a time machine taking you to the coastal vacation of the 1960s:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The cottage gives out vacation vibes from the minute you enter the courtyard. Location can’t be beat- park your car and walk everywhere. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

My family stayed down the street and I rented this property for my daughter's nurses. The nurses were very happy with the cottage and the owner was super helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed in this unit a number of times. Will be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

The property is charming and very centrally located. We had a blast!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Just a perfect little place to spend with my wife and our adult children came for thanksgiving dinner. We love the island and this place was wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Such a beautiful residence and a wonderful owner that will make every effort to make your stay comfortable and you will want to return. The location is perfect, a block from shops and great eateries.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

We have been visiting Balboa Island yearly for 16 years, this was one of our favorite places. Quiet and peaceful. Easy walk to town and the bay. Home was very comfortable, clean and well appointed. In case you can’t tell, we loved everything about this property. Plan to return again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed staying in this great property. We enjoyed the unique vintage design with private courtyard. Jill was great to work with. Excellent location on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

A short block from downtown area with shops and dining. Quiet neighborhood with a very friendly cat next door. I've stayed here previously and will in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Very clean new and great location. Rented during Covid was very impressed on how clean cottage was and very nice vibes. Love location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10

Nice spot on Balboa Island. 5 minute walk to restaurants, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Really enjoyed the property, only one block from town center, but still quiet and private. Comfortable and stocked with everything you need. Parking was provided which really made a difference. Highly Recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Great location, excellent host! Would definitely book it again! Thanks Jill!🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Worth every penny. Local to all the shops private, and comforable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at this property. It is very quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of the main street, but close so that you can walk for your coffee, groceries and food. The beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed visiting and relaxing in the living area and were able to cook just about anything in the well-stocked kitchen. We would definitely like to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10

Everything was great. Just as it was described on the site. Easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We loved staying at this cozy hidden jewel! The house is well stocked with all the essentials and very homey. My husband and I will definitely add this to our list of favorites.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This is a Balboa Island find. Quaint, comfortable, well equipped, and only a short walk to Marine Ave.

10/10

This little house has absolutely anything you would need to stay there for a day or a month. Excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Jill our host was more than accommodating. Close to restaurants.. one block from the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

What a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The home was well supplied, had a comfortable and inviting living area, good beds, good showers. No air conditioning, but the fans did the trick. We would definitely recommend this property and are looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023