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Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue

Cottage with kitchen, near Fashion Island

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue

Cottage with kitchen, near Fashion Island
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. This Newport Beach cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Scott Carpenter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space)
  • Street parking available
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Golf on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
Property Registration Number SLP12921

Property is also known as

5520

About the area

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pelican Hill Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Newport Pier - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 10 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue located?

Located in Balboa Island, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Pier and Balboa Peninsula Beaches. Balboa Beach and Newport Dune are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

kati p.

Liked: Cleanliness
House
The location was wonderful. The house needed many updates.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation rental.
Clean , well kept, good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming beach cottage
This was our second time staying here and we had a great time. This place works well for our family and we love the enclosed back patio space for the kids to play. It is clean, well stocked and comfortable. We enjoyed using the kayak and bikes. Scott was very responsive and helpful. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful cottage! The process of checking in was so easy and the cottage had everything we needed. The location was great too!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
great cottage
Perfect for us. Comfortable and convenient. Prefer if VRBO did not use itrips as their site is difficult to manage and does not reflect actual stay information.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Perfect spot for old friends to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing but smiles
Spent a beautiful November weekend at the great location. Closer to downtown, nice private patio and a relaxing living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
local stay
we live close to balboa island and decided to do a staycation . had a great time , great location .quaint and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trial run with dogs
This is the first time we have traveled with our dogs and the fenced in yard was perfect. The location is excellent and a short walk to Marine St The house is very much in its original state. My husband and I are older and the stairs to the bedrooms were a bit steep for us to maneuver so we planned our trips up and down the stairs to limit the need to use the stairs. The one bathroom is downstairs and worked out well got us. This property would not be suitable for people with mobility issues. No air conditioning as mentioned in description of property but portable fans are provided. We only needed it in the bedroom and the fan aired the room sufficiently. All in all a good trip. The biggest bonus is the on property parking provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Cute, quaint, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janna N., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor day weekend
Nice getaway with family. You can walk to restaurants, shopping and the ferry.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darrell N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great price for the location!
Overall, we loved staying on Balboa Island. Great location and very cozy. The only (2) things are that we wish the shower worked better and it seemed most of the fans were broken and not usable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal island cottage getaway
We loved this charming Balboa Island cottage that has everything you need for a relaxing, fun getaway. It’s ideally situated close to shops and restaurants and the bayfront while being quiet and peaceful. The property managers are friendly and responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental...but
I have rented many VRBOs in the past and this rental deserves 5 stars; HOWEVER, there are a few details that need mentioning. The details that matter most were great: super clean, great location, new comfortable clean furniture, comfortable beds with soft sheets, the kitchen came with decent pots and pans and plenty of dishes, glasses, coffee mugs, etc., easy check in, speedy wi-fi, and the parking spot was also wonderful. I thought it would be annoying with the only bathroom downstairs and the two bedrooms upstairs, but the rooms were only a short stair case away; it was fine. Also, it is just a cute beach cottage and there are not many small, cute cottages left on Balboa Island. The HOWEVER comes from small details that can matter to some people. For instance, this cute cottage has unnecessary, stained curtains everywhere and some of the screens are torn. The shower caddy is rusted and broken. The top bunk has a ladder built into the footboard, which is inaccessible because it is pushed up against a wall. In order to use the top bunk, my son had to step on the bottom mattress, put a foot on the side table, and hike himself over the bars-not ideal. And, the bathroom could really use a new vanity. These are small fixes the owner should really look into, but as far as my stay went, these details were nonconsequential. Bottom line: I would stay here again...we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lore L., NEWPORT BEACH, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little cottage on Balboa Island
It’s a lovely property. It looks just like the pictures. Host is very responsive and easy to communicate with. Quiet location that is within easy walking distance We LOVED our outside patio area. We will certainly return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Darling original cottage on the Island
The cottage is an original, but the owners have stocked everything needed for a comfortable stay. I loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday stay
Always enjoy our time in the private back cottage. New couches are a plus.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very comfortable place to stay. I liked what was included. We had nearby family come by and the sitting area was spacious and comfortable.

8/10 Good

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa
The house is old. The bedrooms are upstairs and there’s no bathroom upstairs only one small bathroom downstairs. The house is not located on Marine Avenue! The TVs need to be upgraded. Location is excellent! Balboa Island is a beautiful place! The location is close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location.
We enjoyed our 10 day stay. The location is perfect- 2 blocks away from the Main Street, and 1 block from the bay front. Very quaint home with plenty of seating. We loved our private parking space/play yard for the kids. We stay on Balboa Island when we go to Disneyland- it’s only20 minutes away if you use the carpool lane. We plan on coming back. Loved it!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
My boy friend, sister and dog stayed in the house. It was a perfect spot close to the water and restaurants . Very pet friendly area. We had a blast. The only thing I would change is having AC in the bedrooms but it was unusually hot and is probably fine the rest of the year. Awesome stay! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul Z., Peoria, Az

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
It was everything and more then represented! Very cozy and comfy with everything included. We loved our stay and would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family getaway
Wonderful time. Unfortunate neighbor construction noises but all in all a wonderful time
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach cottage in the perfect location!
We loved staying here! The house had everything we needed. The private patio was perfect for little family bbq’s. The shops and restaurants are a quick 5 minute walk. We enjoyed walking into town after dinner to grab candy from the candy shop or balboa bars while watching the sun set. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
This was our second time staying here and once again we loved it. It was myself, my 12yo, my sister, and her 19yo. Our favorite things about the place: the location (absolutely perfect); the spacious common area with three (3!) sofas, so we never felt crowded at all; the spacious and lovely patio; the parking space; how cheerful it feels both inside and out; and the reasonable price. And the location (I know I already said that but really, it's perfect!). Also love the management/owners--our first day there we noticed that there were two fans but they weren't working so we reached out to Scott and he was there within a couple of hours with several fans for us to choose from. They are very friendly and really want to make sure everything is to your liking. As I said in my first review, the only thing I didn't like was leaving!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022