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Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living!

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Welcome to your Balboa Island getaway. This two-story, single-family home sits right at the foot of the bay on a large corner lot, for a beautiful and restful retreat.
Pictured here is the main living area, with large sectional, additional seating, back-to-back gas fireplace, TV and sound system, and sliding doors out to the front patio.
You'll have fabulous views of the bay throughout the home with its floor-to-ceiling windows.
The interior courtyard's lush garden gives plenty of privacy and ambiance, with fountain, ping pong table, canopy, and propane BBQ grill for casual, al fresco evenings.
Like the whole of the house, the main living area features a mid century design with antiques and fine art throughout.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Fashion Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Balboa Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Newport Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living!

Permit #SLP13812
Discriminating guests are invited to experience one of the real gems of gracious Balboa Island bay front living. Iconic mid-century design defines the entire two-story, single family home, with antiques and fine art throughout each spacious room. Boasting a double-wide bay front lot on the quiet side of the Island, this home can wonderfully accommodate family groups any time of the year. If a bit more room is needed, the separate rear upper apartment can also be booked simultaneously, when available. (See separate listing or contact our office for more details.) 
Here's what you will find:

FIRST FLOOR

LIVING ROOM: 
 - Expansive room w/ sectional sofa; matching side chairs; set of 4 additional side chairs
 - back-to-back gas fireplace
 - TV and sound system
 - wall-to-wall full-length windows w/ bay views
 - slider out to front patio

DINING ROOM: 
 - Bamboo octagonal dining table w/ seating for 8; matching side chairs
 - wall-to-wall bay views
 - slider out to front patio
 - pass-thru granite counter to kitchen
 - back-to-back gas fireplace
 - side board buffet; tea cart

KITCHEN: 
 - Top of the line appliances
 - fully stocked w/ food prep dishes, utensils, pots/pans, serving items; storage galore
 - butler's pantry w/ secondary fridge/freezer
 - full laundry appliances and full sink
 - view out to courtyard
 - Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.)

BEDROOMS:
 - Bedroom #1: queen bed; antique accents; side chair; nearby bathroom
 - Bedroom #2: twin trundle set; leather side chair; built-in storage; cable TV; slider to inner courtyard

EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
To fulfill the maximum occupancy, 2 twin trifold floor mats (best suited for children) along with extra linens/pillows are provided. Twin rollaway beds can be rented in lieu of the mats, if desired. Make arrangements with our office in advance to ensure delivery in time for your arrival. 

BATHROOMS:
 - Bathroom #1: across the hall from Bedroom #1; step-in shower
 - Bathroom #2: near bedroom #2; step-in shower
 

SECOND FLOOR

BEDROOMS:
 - Primary Bedroom (#3): king bed; large bay view sitting area w/ upholstered chaise lounge chairs, 2 swivel club chairs, cable TV; writing desk; includes a dual (his/hers) bathroom suite
 - Bedroom #4: queen bed; TV monitor w/ gaming system and Firestick; best sunrise bay views

BATHROOMS: 
 - Primary Bedroom's En Suite Bathroom (#3): 2 separate sets of closets w/ dressing areas, vanities, toilets and spacious sinks are conjoined by the common bathtub and separate step-in shower.
 - Bathroom #4: located next to bedroom #4; step-in shower

LINENS:
All bed/bath/kitchen/beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided as part of the cleaning/linen fee and are attractively installed. 

ALSO INCLUDED:
 - 4 low-profile beach chairs
 - tower fans; heating
 - iron/ironing board; hair dryer
 - propane gas bbq grill
 - starter supplies: liquid hand soap; dish soap; dishwasher caps; sponge; kitchen trash bags; 2-4 rolls toilet paper; 1 paper towel roll (guests must supply additional amounts, along with their own personal toiletries/shampoo/conditioner)

DUE TO THE TYPICALLY MODERATE COASTAL CLIMATE, THIS HOUSE - LIKE MOST IN THE AREA - DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING. 

OUTDOOR LIVING:
Bayfront Patio:
 - Dining table w/ seating for six; side benches; wicker seating 
 - lush garden setting; awnings; views up and down the bay channel
Interior Courtyard: 
 - Lush garden area w/ outdoor seating
 - bbq grill
 - ping pong table
 - canopy
 - fountain
 - garage access 
 - Outdoor Shower
NOTE: Regularly scheduled gardening maintenance takes place around the entire property, including the inner courtyard, on Mondays. 

BOAT DOCK: 
Property Boat Dock & Gazebo is off-limits to guests and is for the sole use of property and boat owners

PARKING:
 - Double car garage accessed via rear alley
 - Dimensions: 18 feet deep x 17 feet wide x 6ft High

LAUNDRY:
Free facilities are located in the utility area next to the kitchen. Guests must provide their own supplies

LOCATION:
Bay views on the quiet side of Balboa Island; front public boardwalk circumnavigates the entire island; close walking distance to the Balboa Auto Ferry (cars, bikes and pedestrians) that crosses the main harbor to the Newport/Balboa Peninsula and ocean daily until 11 p.m; Marine Ave. is the charming main commercial district 1/2 mile away - a pleasant walk - to shops, eateries and much more - a must!

GENERAL BOAT DOCK INFO:
There are several public boat docks throughout Newport Harbor, including one right near this property - especially convenient for picking up your guests on a rented Duffy Electric boat or other water craft. (highly recommended activity!) There is no overnight docking on public docks. For longer term docking, mooring or anchoring, call the Newport Harbor Master for locations and pricing.

RECREATIONAL GEAR:
Additional beach gear or recreational equipment is available for rent from the management at very reasonable rates for our guests: large ice chests; plus Pack n Play portable cribs, and portable high chairs, etc. Contact us for more information!

CITY TAX:
A 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is included in all booking totals, (for reservations less than 30 nights) as mandated by the City of Newport Beach.

SECURITY EQUIPMENT:
This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces, and/or entrances to the property, as well as noise monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect the property, guests, and ensuring compliance with local ordinances.

Check-in Time:     3 p.m. on the arrival date
Check-out Time: 10 a.m. on the departure date

Property manager

Beachview Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number SLP12863

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Newport Pier and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Orange County Great Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bren Events Center, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Newport Dune - 8 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Newport Pier - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Balboa Beach - 10 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 21 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Balboa Island Beauty | Bayfront | Huge Double Lot for Unmatched Indoor/Outdoor Living! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Island holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach. Balboa Pier and Balboa Fun Zone are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Family getaway

Wonderful location. Quaint Island and town. Definitely a fantastic holiday destination.If you have a rental car it’s perfect for getting to sights in LA and Anaheim. Lovely home with classic vintage decor.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Wonderful

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittney A.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie H.

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

Fabulous location!

Great location, with a ton of space in the main living areas to enjoy the vacation. We didn’t feel crammed in there, even though a lot of houses on balboa island are small. Highly recommend, we will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Amazing Family Vacation

We have been coming for years to Balboa and this house by far had the best outdoor patio with plenty of room and an amazing view! The house is somewhat old but very roomy and had everything we could need!! Loved the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great Place

Perfect location - house is a gem of old style but yet perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie T.

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

Location location location

I absolutely loved this property. I could have sat in that back patio all day and all night watching the people walk by. We enjoyed the patio, the beach, and the convenience of the location. The property is very dated.. like a trip back in time to 1979.. old but very well kept . The house is not ADA compliant, and the property management company was up front about that which we acknowledged. We were with my mom who uses a wheelchair 100% of the time and it was very difficult for her to maneuver through the narrow hallways and small downstairs bathrooms. Wheelchair assessable yes, but if you use a wheelchair full-time, I do not recommend this property. Being that this property is listed wheelchair assessable, I suggest they clear out the downstairs closets. Not only were we trying to maneuver someone with a disability, but there was nowhere to put any of their personal items. It was extremely cramped, yet there was plenty of empty storage upstairs. Speaking of the upstairs.. it was AMAZING!!! Loved it! The master suite was too cute!! Again very dated, but for me it added to the charm. I loved it! We had 5 Adults, and 2 teen's. There was plenty of space in the family and dining room for us all to sit together comfortably. The property management company was very responsive (although we didn't have any issues) but when I did call with question's they were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

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

Granddaughter graduates

Wonderful location, walked everywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Family getaway

Great vacation, enjoyed time on the water. Could walk to great restaurants and activities. Home was older and a bit dated but worked out fine. Needs to be a welcome book explaining the operation of the tv. With 4 remotes, it takes some trial and error to get it going. Thank goodness for the younger people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful vacation

Very spacious, amazing views, was nice being able to cook for my family right on the water. We would stay here again. We had a wonderful vacation.

6/10 Okay

Arlynna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Lovely Balboa island

Location beautiful, living dining and kitchen and upstairs master lovely. We were constantly disappointed. There was no renters guide book even though there was signage that said go to rental guide book to find out how to use the televisions or some other issue a guide book could handle. Rather than having to go through five different emails to see if we could find answers to our questions. Which most of our questions were not to be found in their emails. The email message after we arrived informed us to provide paper products such as toilet paper, toiletries, laundry soap, foil or parchment papers. Many of the basics we have grown to expect were not provided. We searched for a place with a ground floor bedroom. One guest was wheelchair bound. The only bedroom on ground floor had one closet packed completely with heavy box’s that we had to move in order to hang clothes. After Saturday there was a number to call if you needed information that required a message and no one returned our call. This was the first time we have experienced such issues. We think there must be a change in the property management agency and they are not guest oriented. The experience was truly unacceptable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

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

Great location

Quality home. Great location. Needs vent cleaning, furn, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, walkable to everything

Excellent location, walkable to everything. Public dock close by for Duffy boat. Our family had a lovely time exploring Balboa Island. The home was spacious and had all the amenities we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Pat S., Clayton, CA

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

Balboa Beauty

Bay front home beautifully decorated in prime location. The elderly guests could walk to shops, church and the ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Most excellent

Good family gathering space, lovely view, handy to ferry
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Great gathering house

Super kitchen well equipped. Grill superb. Large meeting and dining room inside and outside
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Was okay but wouldn’t stay again

The good: it’s a big house. Nice location. The bad: Very old. Couch was quite disgusting. The set up is not comfortable. There is an obscene amount of cups and wine glasses for drinking and random dish wear. To the point of hoarding. Bring your own seasoning for food, paper towels, toilet paper etc. This is the first VRBO I’ve stayed at that didn’t have these thing so it was odd. Look, it was fine. It’s not like we were in prison but my recommendation is to find another property or for the price, stay at one of the amazing resorts Newport has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location and property

Location and the property were amazing. The inside of the property was much better than I expected from the photos. It is clean and very good condition. The only thing I didn't like has nothing to do with the property only the listing. Based upon the description I read on vrbo I thought the listing was for the entire house. There is also a second floor back unit that is 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom that was rented at the same time. However, it is set back and I didn't even notice the other renter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

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

LOVE

Only regret was that we could not stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth F.

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

Spacious with Beautiful views!

Plenty of room for a large group! Gorgeous ocean views, comfortable, and a lot of space to relax and get ready. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

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

Great time on Balboa Island

Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Really enjoyed ourselves

We had a fun stay and appreciated the size of this home for our group of 8! The highlights are the location, available parking, the quiet (house is old but built more solid than some on the island), the large master bedroom, the tidy garage that housed our bike rentals and beach equipment, the front patio sitting area for family visits and friendly passerby's, the spacious living and dining room, the water feature in the enclosed courtyard and the well stocked kitchen! We had an easy time checking in and anytime I called beach view realty to make plans for our trip, they were very friendly and helpful. Other than a few little old house quirks, we really enjoyed this house and what it had to offer.

10/10 Excellent

Meryl C.

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

Excellent location, nice layout, great communication

This was exactly what we were looking for. Our mom lives nearby, and loves "walking around the island", so for her decade birthday, kids and grandkids came together to celebrate. The view is extraordinary, and the master suite, remarkable. Some reviews have mentioned the dated furniture, and it would certainly benefit from some updates. Nevertheless,. we loved our stay, and enjoyed some nice surprises like the surround sound of the living room theater. Thank you to a very responsive management company!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

50th Celebration

Perfect location for a 50th birthday staycation for me and my out of town guests. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Beachview Rentals

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Beachview Realty is a family owned and operated real estate & property management company, located in Newport Beach, CA.

We manage our properties with great care and attention, maintaining the highest standards in customer service, property maintenance, cleanliness and furnishings; and upholding a lasting reputation with loyal clientele and new tenant bookings.

Our office is open 7 days a week to answer any questions you may have prior to your arrival, as well as ensuring your stay is comfortable.

To experience this paradise to the fullest, we offer Beach Cruiser Bicycle rentals, as well as Water Sport equipment with free delivery and pick-up to your vacation unit.

We invite you to experience a Beachview vacation rental. There is truly no better way to stay in Newport Beach, CA.

What makes this property unique

Designed and built in the glory days of the early '60's, our well-known iconic family home has been lovingly prepared to host discriminating guests who desire the best of gracious bayfront living on the quiet side of Balboa Island.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests