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Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Double Guest

2 Double Beds

Downstairs

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA

Welcome to your perfect coastal getaway in beautiful Balboa! Our newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit offers modern comfort and stylish amenities just steps from the harbor. Whether you're here to relax or explore, this is the ideal home base for your Southern California adventure.

Key Features:

Spacious and Modern Living: Enjoy the fresh, contemporary design of our newly renovated space. The open-concept living area is perfect for family gatherings or relaxing after a day of exploring.

Comfort and Convenience: Stay cool with air conditioning throughout the unit, and stay connected with fast Wi-Fi. We've made sure you have all the comforts of home with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and modern bathrooms.

Outdoor Living: Enjoy the California sunshine in your own backyard. Grill up a delicious meal on the BBQ, cozy up by the fire pit in the evening, and take advantage of our bikes to explore the local area.

Convenient Parking: No need to worry about street parking – your stay includes 2 dedicated parking spots right on the property.

Prime Location: Located just a short walk from the harbor, you’ll have easy access to waterfront activities, charming shops, and local eateries. Plus, the beach is just a short bike ride away!

Whether you’re here for a family vacation, a romantic retreat, or a fun-filled escape with friends, our Balboa Harborside Retreat has everything you need for a memorable stay. We can't wait to host you!


NOTE - our separate upstairs studio is currently occupied by a couple studying in graduate school; aside from the shared walkway leading to the staircase, guests will have exclusive access to the front and back patios as well as the garage!

Property manager

Mitch
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
Property Registration Number SLP13871

About the area

Newport Beach

Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, is home to this holiday home. 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. 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.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 18 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Balboa Beach - 20 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Newport Pier - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 15 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 21 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA located?

Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pavilion. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

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

Amazing place!

It was a wonderful place to stay with our family. The house was clean with plenty of room and in a great location. We loved the beach cruisers and the access to the waterfront. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Horace g.

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

Amazing property!

We were in town for a wedding and love this location. This charming cottage was super clean and has all the comforts of home. Great for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Balboa

Very nice home- was perfect for our group
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Rick

Mitch has an awesome property. It’s spacious and cozy at the same time. Great location. It was immaculate at check in and hopefully the next time we visit it will be available. Would highly recommend it. Thanks Mitch
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laini G.

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

Most adorable place

This place is so cute! Loved everything about it. The master does have to share a bathroom. Otherwise it was a dream place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Great property and location!

We have stayed on Balboa many times at many different properties, and we enjoyed our stay at this property. The location is perfect and super convenient for walking to the ferry and downtown. The bikes were an awesome perk we used daily to explore, and the separate suite up top was perfect for our stay with two families. Overall our stay was great and I'm looking forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia Y.

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

Excellent

Loved the house and the location. Very clean and has everything you need. Especially loved the oversized swivel chair! My family just surprised me with a Christmas delivery of 2 of those chairs for our sunroom!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan g.

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

Perfect Family Rental on Balboa Island

Our family stayed here for a week and had an awesome time! This house is on the quiet side of the island and right next to a great beach. Our daughter swam and played in the sand everyday, and we walked to the ferry and restaurants. We also used the paddle boards and bikes! The house is in great condition and recently renovated. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

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

Cozy Island Cottage

Beautiful, charming cottage. We love Balboa, and come to this island often to stay. We love trying out different areas of the island. We loved this location! Close to the ferry! Close to Ruby Beach! 1 block away from Santos Restaurant. We enjoyed our time in this comfortable stylish home. Comfortable living areas indoor and out. We enjoyed the courtyard firepit with clean comfortable couches and chairs. The beds are all super comfy as well with soft linens. Well stocked kitchen to cook, if you desire from pots and pans, dishes, spices and coffee bar. We will stay again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Balboa Return

Lovely. A short walk to the ferry and golf cart rental. Close walk to the market and the restaurants. Neat. Clean. Very nicely appointed. BBQ in excellent condition. As a child, I used to stay with my grandparents at their home on Agate Street. It was a pleasure to stay just a few doors down from their 1928 house, which is still standing. A rich experience and we plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason R.

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

I'm moving to the Island!

The Pristine Harborside Balboa Retreat made me want to move to the island, but after looking at the prices, VRBO is better. Lots and lots of space at this house. We had grandkids (4, 2, and 1 month) plus their parents and a 26-year old son and wife and me and had plenty of room. Great location. Ferry is just down the road. Main St is less than a half mile. Great Mexican place on the corner. Canal just three doors down. Front patio gets lots of sun...enjoy. We will be back...since we aren't buying :)_
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilene A.

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

Perfect Family Reunion

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this amazing Balboa retreat which is primely located at the quiet side of the Island. The floor plan was extremely bright and open. Multiple sitting areas as well as a large dining table provided the space we needed to catch up with each other. We were a mix of three adult couples with our elderly mother. The downstairs bedroom and bathroom worked out very well for her needs. The kitchen is great; well organized and serviced our needs beautifully! We certainly appreciated the cleanliness and freshly remodeled interior. Our only suggestions for the hosts would be to provide step stools for a couple of the higher beds, more wall hooks for purses and jackets.and perhaps luggage racks.Thank you to our spectacular host! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

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