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Charming Balboa Island cottage

Holiday home in Newport Beach with kitchen and furnished patio

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Marina
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Newport Beach

At this holiday home you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Balboa Fun Zone. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features a furnished patio, a sofa bed and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a ceiling fan are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers free WiFi in public areas and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Balboa Island holiday home include Fashion Island and Crystal Cove State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balboa Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 28 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Class of 47 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬5 min drive

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 Balboa Island cottage

A 2 bed + 1 bath front unit Balboa Island charmer is just a quick walk away from the waterfront is a perfect place for your next family vacation.
This beautiful cottage with a white picket fence gate, a wonderful patio with ample seating and a gas BBQ for you and your family to enjoy. The home has an open concept living space, with a dining table, a family room that includes a flat screen Smart TV, and the entire home has Wi-Fi. The living room couch includes a Queen-sized pull-out bed.

A galley-style kitchen includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, gas range, a traditional coffee maker, as well as a Keurig and everything you will need for cooking. The home also has a laundry room with a full-sized washer and dryer, iron, and ironing board.
The master bedroom includes a Queen-sized bed, ample closet space and natural light. The second bedroom is outfitted with a triple bunk bed(3 twins), additional closet space, and is perfect for families. Each room has ceiling fans, and windows can be opened to take advantage of the regular sea breeze on cooler days and at night.

Explore the beach on the Balboa Peninsula via the ferry off Agate Ave. The Balboa Village and Balboa Pier are also a short ferry ride away. Rent a bike, jet ski, stand up paddle board, or kayak. Whale watching, and deep-sea fishing trips are running daily with many boats that leave the Balboa Pavilion during all times of the day.

On the Balboa Peninsula you can relax along the pristine beaches, go surfing nearby, check out the FUN ZONE, and grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants. The walkability of the property is excellent, and the premises is a close stroll away from the Marine Ave. shops and restaurants that make Balboa Island a worldwide vacation destination. Designated parking not included. Free street parking available. Short Term Lodging Permit: 12690
*Please be aware there is construction next door. City construction hours are only allowed M-F 7am-5pm.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number SLP12690

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A 2 bed + 1 Bath Front Unit Balboa Island Charmer Cottage
A 2 bed + 1 Bath Front Unit Balboa Island Charmer Newport Beach
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Charming Balboa Island cottage?

The closest beach to Charming Balboa Island cottage is Corona del Mar State Beach (2.6 km).

Does Charming Balboa Island cottage have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Charming Balboa Island cottage?

No, Charming Balboa Island cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Charming Balboa Island cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Charming Balboa Island cottage?

No, pets are not allowed.

Charming Balboa Island cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T., Bosie

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa c.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mary ann l.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 nights

Small but clean and well equipped..The twin beds are mainly for children. But the sofa bed in the living room was fine as well as the master.Very convenient to the South Bay front for walking.The heater in the living room did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kort K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cute place

Fun time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

KAREN W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great neighbors.

Love Balboa! Our 7th time renting and this property could use an update.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Emerald isle

The house needed some basic items like a cutting board and a working coffee maker. The house was clean and cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Rental

Great from beginning to end. Very very clean and well thought out. Charming original cottage on Balboa Island. We loved this place. It was cozy but well appointed. Worked perfectly for us. If you like vintage (which I do), you will love this little gem. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Cottage

We had a nice stay at this place. Glad there was a washer and dryer. Glad there was a dishwasher and a functional barbecue. Nice quiet place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021