Steps to Sand or Fun Zone/Balboa/large patio/BBQ

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100.3 sq m

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Dryer
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Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Newport Beach, CA

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Completely Remodeled 3 bedroom (sleeps 7 in beds or 8 with the couch) 2 bath lower unit.

One house from the ocean! 1 parking spot

Walk to beach, restaurants, bars, Fun Zone & Balboa Ferry.

Hot Summer Months...No Problem! We have Central Air!!

This listing is for a 3 bedroom 2 bath lower unit, only one house from the ocean!

Location allows immediate walking-distance to the beach, bike paths, several restaurants & bars, the pier, the Balboa Island Ferry, the Catalina Flyer and shopping in the Balboa Village area. You really couldn't ask for a more central location!

It features flat screen TVs, Direct TV, updated kitchen & appliances, a fireplace and fresh new decor. The home features a pleasant open floor plan that spans the kitchen, the deck and the dining area. Perfect for entertaining! The kitchen has lovely counter-tops, a microwave, new fridge, new dishwasher and everything you need to cook "at home". .

The master bedroom has a king bed, ceiling fan, closet and adjacent bathroom. The second has a full size bed with a twin trundle. The third bedroom has a queen bed.

Washer and Dryer in garage for each unit. Beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach towels available for guest use. Beach towels must be laundered and put away otherwise our cleaner charges additional fees to launder the beach towels.

Parking? Not a problem!! There is a shared garage, so each unit has one parking spot in the garage. Extra Cars? Please keep in mind the beach is very busy, but if there is a spot open it is free parking in front of the house (no meters). There are also two beach parking lots behind the house that you can park at for a fee.

Small pets are welcome, but guests are advised to clean up after their pet to avoid any city code violations.

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Very convenient key pad entry access on garage door for garage entry and key pad access on unit door for entry into your unit. Garage door provided as well for your stay for easy access to park your car.

We are available by cell phone and email anytime with all questions before your arrival. Once you arrive you may contact us anytime with questions. We don't ever anticipate having issues at the property, but guests can contact us 24/7.

Walk to beach, restaurants, bars, Fun Zone & Balboa Ferry.

Park your car in the garage and you can bike or walk to any area In Newport.

Contact us for last minute booking discounts and off season or longer term specials.

Property manager

Michelle Dube

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please note we charge a security hold 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after arrival.

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number SLP11897

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport Beach

Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, is home to this condo. Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center are worth checking out if shopping 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Balboa Fun Zone, or check out an event or a game at Bren Events Center.

Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

Balboa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Balboa Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Newport Pier - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Fashion Island - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
Corona del Mar State Beach - 22 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Orange Station - 24 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ruby's Diner - ‬6 min walk
‪Cabo Cantina - ‬2 min walk
‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬6 min drive
‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Sand or Fun Zone/Balboa/large patio/BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Sand or Fun Zone/Balboa/large patio/BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Sand or Fun Zone/Balboa/large patio/BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Sand or Fun Zone/Balboa/large patio/BBQ located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this family-friendly Newport Beach condo building is steps away from Balboa Pavilion and Balboa Peninsula Beaches. Balboa Fun Zone and Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also within 5 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ellie S.

21 March 2025

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

Spring Break Stay

A group of 7 of us stayed here for our spring break. The location is perfect and the place was very clean and tidy upon arrival. The host was also very quick to answer any of our questions which was very convenient! Overall an awesome place for anyone staying here !! I totally recommend !!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

31 May 2021

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

Great stay!

Space was clean, well appointed finishes and furnishings and a great location! Really enjoyed the stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reggie H.

6 August 2024

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

Good times

First I’d like to say the reviews on this spot are accurate. We enjoyed the place because it was close to everything. It was clean and there was space to hangout on the patio. The property owners were very responsive and gave the codes ahead of our arrival. I could go on and on about how amazing this place is. We would definitely stay again if we are ever in Newport again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan B.

17 August 2024

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

Beach vacation in Newport Beach

As a long time Corona del Mar resident before recently moving away, we knew exactly what we wanted from a summer rental on the Peninsula: location close to the beach, with A/C since the summers do get hot, at least one parking spot, and something nicer than an "original beach cottage". This property was perfect! It was very comfortable for our family of five. The communication with the owner, Michelle, was great and everything was seamless. We would stay at this property again (or at their upstairs rental unit if we have an even larger group).

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

17 March 2023

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

Excellent

So amazing

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACY B.

16 July 2018

It is everything we wanted. The pictures are exactly what you get!

We will be renting this place again! We love the location and all the Resturants, shops and bars in walking distance. My kids enjoyed how close we were to the ocean. The owner was very easy to get in contact with and she gets back to you quickly.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

7 August 2016

Superb

The home was really nice and in a perfect location . We all had an amazing time!!! Thank you Michelle for making your home available for all to enjoy:)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

10 February 2023

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

As described

Everything was clean and as described. We had a great time

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

7 September 2016

Beautifully remodeled home! Great for a family vacation!

Everything about our stay here was wonderful! The house is very close to a beautiful beach. We loved playing in the waves on the boogy boards and walking along the beach. The house is beautiful and the beds are very comfortable. It was helpful to have a washer and dryer. The home is located a very short walk from restaurants, bars, shops, a post office, a pharmacy and so much more. Thank you Michelle! You were a wonderful hostess!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

8/10 Good

Matthew H.

9 May 2024

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

Good location overall good experience

We stayed at this unit for a long weekend in May. The garage parking was great to have. We arrived and everything in the unit was ready to go which was nice. We didn’t need anything else. A few things to note: 1. You will hear almost every footstep of the upstairs neighbors so depending on who is above you it will dictate what you hear. 2. The patio is nice but it is facing north so there is not much sun back there. 3. The photos of this unit show a roof top deck, this unit does not have access to the rooftop deck. I confirmed with the owner before hand so we knew we wouldn’t have access but it’s included in the pictures so a bit misleading. 4. Doing the dishes, taking out the trash, washing beach towels and striping the beds seemed to be a bit much given the cost but we were very prepared and had time to do all of those things for check out. Overall good place for the money and very close to balboa pier and fun zone. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherice S.

30 December 2021

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

Great house!

We really enjoyed staying at this house. It is very close to the beach and within walking distance of several restaurants and the Fun Zone. It was clean and well stocked. Very easy check in and Michelle’s was very communicative.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

18 September 2021

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

Family getaway

The beach house is beautiful and so close to the beach. The house was clean and images on vrbo matched exactly what we got. Restaurants , shops and many fun things to do within walking distance. We loved our stay and Michelle was great at answering questions and making sure we were ok if problems came up. We hope in the future we can return and enjoy the property again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

21 June 2021

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

Great location

Everything about the property and location is great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

6 June 2019

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

Family Visit

Great location, nicely kept property. We had a good time staying at this location and the setup process with owner was smooth.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hope M., Henderson

2 May 2019

Best Beach Vacation Home

Super clean home. Location is perfect for all day fun at the beach, the boardwalk and restaurants. Will definitely book this property again! Owner was very responsive and great communication.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

24 February 2019

Perfect location, beautiful home

The house was a perfect fit for our family. The description is spot on. The photos made the rooms look smaller than they were. The master was very spacious and while the other two rooms were small they had good sized closets and plenty of drawers and space for sleeping. It was a quiet neighborhood with minimal noise from the street, especially at night. Having a garage and washer and dryer was a life saver with kids. The home was beautiful inside and out and so close to the beach and park for our toddler to walk to. We didn't even pack diapers most of the time, as it was easier to go home for a change! There were restaurants and coffee shops near by. We took the bikes up to the north side of the peninsula, which seemed much more crowded. So for us the quiet and empty beaches was a major perk of this location. Minus a few decorations, that we just put in a closet until we left, the house was fairly toddler friendly and easy to keep him safe in. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone that is looking for a peaceful retreat!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

veyrat y.

11 September 2018

Lovely house, very well located in Balboa village.

Lovely house, very well located in Balboa village. The beach is a 3 minute walk away. The house is very clean and well decorated, the rooms are large enough to sleep. We were 4 adults and 3 children, this configuration is ideal. In the garage there are boards for the beach, as well as bicycles for walking. The owner is very friendly, she explains well how to do on arrival for the codes of the garage and the house. The only point for me and only for me, is that the mattresses are too soft. We had a nice stay, and the neighbor on the right is very nice too.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

16 July 2018

Amazing vacation home!

My family had a wonderful time staying at this beach home! The home is very nice, clean, and in a terrific location. The location is perfect for families... quiet, safe, and in walking distance to the beach, bay, restaurants, and lots of other fun activities. The owner, Michelle, provides all the fun things you need to enjoy the beach, like bikes, toys, chairs, etc. She is very professional to work with, and quickly responds to all communication. I would highly recommend this specific home & working with Michelle. We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jera E.

5 July 2018

This property was clean and comfortable. Very close to the beach, restaurants and lots of activities

We had a great time at this location. It was everything we had hoped for. It was clean and comfortable, close to everything. Just make sure to bring your own beach towels. There are only 2 to use.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris J., West Branch, Mi

10 April 2018

Right next to the beach

Very clean and spacious. Close to restaurants. We had a lovely time.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

RAYMOND & LINDA S.

3 April 2018

Nothing to write home about

We rent homes in the area about 3-4 times/yr and this 1 was not high on our list of repeats. 3 small bikes for 2 units, no locks for the bikes. Very small kitchen with little to no linens or blankets....very few utensils and small living area. ad is very deceptive and your patio is on a main thoroughfare. to top it all off owner called about a broken gate that was completely rusted out and asked if we had broken it......very unfair and wrong.....also left at 12pm and was rushed out because it waa being rented that same day....very poor customer service!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

10 January 2018

Amazing!!!

We plan to come back such a beautiful place...Michelle was so amazing and helpful...Can't wait for our next visit

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindi K.

24 October 2017

Best Family Vacation We Ever Had!

This property is clean and well appointed inside! I was so impressed by all the small things that were available to us with this house, we wanted for nothing. We have stayed in other rental properties along Newport Beach but this was defiantly our favorite by far. You can walk to the beach in minutes and we walked around the Balboa Fun Zone many times just to watch the boats go by in the evening. All and all we had a great time and I would give this property a 10 star review if I could. Cindi Kelley

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

ryan M.

21 September 2017

Perfect location, quick and easy communication, HIGHLY recommended

Michelle was awesome from the beginning. Getting the booking and details for check in was very helpful. Unit had plenty of beach toys for kids, ice chest/umbrella/chairs for the beach. Perfect location and great price. Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

10 July 2017

Fantastic location, wonderful owners, perfect stay!

From start to end, Michelle was so pleasant and wonderful to work with. She made this an easy and more than accommodating experience. We had a wonderful stay with our kids and my mom, the only downside was the time went to quickly, we wanted to stay longer. The location is perfect for families or anyone who enjoys being close to the beach and the bay, close to restaurants and a short bike ride to the store. We stayed in the lower unit and couldn't have been happier with it. We can't wait to come back next summer! Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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