FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY
VAULTED CEILINGS AND SKYLIGHTS CREATE A SUNNY SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE FOR THE BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED AND REDECORATED VACATION HOME.THIS IS AN UP STAIRS UNIT WITH NEW HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT. BATH WITH GRANITE AND GLASS SHOWER ENCLOSURE. EACH ROOM HAS ITS OWN NEW 4K TV WITH CABLE. KITCHENETTE COMES WITH ALL NEW APPLIANCES. BEDROOMS FEATURE NEW KING AND TWO QUEEN SIZED BEDS WITH BEAUTIFUL NEW LINENS. AS WELL AS FLUFFY TOWELS FOR THE BATHROOM. [YOU MAY EVEN SPOT A MERMAID IN YOUR BATHROOM]
Property manager
Judi Benson
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact owner
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
ASK US ABOUT PARTY PLANS OR DIFFERENT CK. IN OR OUT TIMES, AND CRUISE OF HARBOR.GORGEOUS PATIO FOR WEDDINGS OR ANY CELEBRATION.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please contact owner
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number SLP12672
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Newport Beach
Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Newport Pier and Huntington Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Is FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY located?
Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Mother’s Beach and Hoag Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Judy welcomed us in person with full access to patio, bikes, kayaks & Duffy Boat… and birthday cupcakes for my husband. Accommodations are excellent & the Duffy boat scenic cruising throughout Balboa was a high point. You can park the Duffy in public areas & many shopping districts have free boat parking as well. Judy baked my husband a bday cake on day 2 - never have had a more hospitable & friendly host experience. Walking distance to restaurants, shops & beaches. There is so much to do, even our teenagers loved it & never once reported being bored (huge victory!). We look forward to future visits & Balboa / Newport get-a-ways!
We loved this location. The accommodations were cute and clean. Judi and Nuel were helpful and friendly. We truly enjoyed the bikes and Duffy boat that were available for us.
We stayed here over Labor Day weekend this year with friends visiting from Europe. The patio and Duffy boat are great for hanging out enjoying the water. Perfect location for exploring nearby beaches. Friendly hosts
Would highly recommend!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Judy was so kind and genuinely welcoming. After check in, we had total privacy and used the Duffy Boat and bikes multiple times per day. The location is great. We will definitely be back.
The hosts are very personable and kind. Having easy access to the Duffy was wonderful for the boat parade. The Duffy is clean and ready to go at any time during your stay. It can seat up to 12 people.The unit is very clean and well appointed. It is upstairs with a street view, but the hosts give full access to the beautiful patio directly on the water. It's great for having breakfast or dinner and has use of the BBQ as well.There were more than enough towels and bedding. In addition, there are plenty of kitchen supplies along with a microwave and toaster/convection oven.
Diana H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Jennifer S.
30 December 2024
Liked: Location
Jen
Only communication was through a landline, the TV only worked one of the nights we were there, it was weird coming down to the patio, and knowing we were potentially being watched. Overall, the location was great, and the Duffy boat was fun, but I would not recommend this property.
This is our new vacation spot and we are already planning next's years trip. The Bensons were amazing to work with and took care of our family above and beyond anything we could have asked for. The location is about a 3 minute walk to beach and in a great location. I would recommend this VRBO to anyone going to Newport!!!!
We enjoyed our stay at this quaint condo! We had a parking space, a Duffy boat to wander around the bay, and a patio to enjoy the Calif summer, plus much more!
This was the most magnificent vacation of all time. The stay on the bay was such a bonus, and just a few blocks from the beach. The duffy boat, kayaks, and paddle boards were so much fun! There is a parking spot in front of the garage. And the owners, Nuel and Judi are so incredible
Great place to stay for a unique and very local perspective of Newport and the harbor. The duffy is awesome! Clean, well appointed with a great location!
The location is perfect with everything in walking distance. We liked having the Duffy, paddle boards and bikes. It gave my family lots of options for individual activities. We enjoyed our stay. It was our second time at this place. We’d stay there again. The hosts are wonderful people.
Felt welcome from the first email contact and the hosts were absolutely lovely... brought the kids fresh fruit and took us for a boat ride to show us around before we went out ourselves ( at our request). Accommodations were great and location can't be beat. Highly recommend.
Judi and Nuel are gracious hosts, providing amenities to make guests feel at home. The Duffy, the two nice bikes, the gas grill, the two beach chairs and more were super nice to have use of.
Stayed in the apartment 9/6/24 thru 9/9/24.
Very small but if you’re only there to sleep and take a shower it’s perfect for 4 adults.
The owners are downstairs but they were very nice.
Use the electric boat 2 times. That was very fun.
Easy to drive. Take lunch or drinks with you on the boat.
We loved it & plan to return. It was fun exploring in the duffy & we spent a lot of time at the beach just a short walk away.
This is the perfect location to stay and make day trips to Crystal Cove, Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach and the Queen Mary.
Judy & Nuel were so kind & helpful with tips about local restaurants that we could walk to.
This is the second time we've stayed here. Judi & Nuell are great and they provide everything needed to enjoy the beach and bay.
Tim M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by Judi Benson
I am a Southwest Airlines flight attendant and have been able to travel the world and meet so many great people. My husband Nuel is a boat guy and fishing and talking is his specialty. He has just renovated his 33 ft, trawler and would love you to see it or go on a boat ride with him. We have been married for ever and love it here in beautiful Newport Beach on the bay.Love to watch the gondolas and swimmers go right by the patio. I hope to meet you soon and hear about your lives and families and travels. Judi and Nuel Benson
Why they chose this property
The bay in our back yard is as good as it gets anywhere in the world. We walk to restaurants, movies, and of course on the sand to watch the sunset. Our property is newly decorated in a vacation beach theme and I am certain you will love it. Have fun here and make some lasting memories.We have 2 bicycles.2 paddle boards 2 boogie boards. beach chairs, a basketball and a ride in our boat for our guests and maybe even their friends. Have fun in the sun right here in beautiful Newport Beach California. The duffy boat and patio and all the toys are for your use only while you are here. The boat is really quite easy to drive and fun too.
What makes this property unique
Grill on the patio while watching the swimmers, boaters and paddle boarders go by and then of course join them in the fun. You may even see a gondola or two go by.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests