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Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Marina
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!

Permit #SLP13813
Ask about our special winter rates for month-long bookings!
Quiet Balboa Island Location

Our welcoming rear upstairs bay view unit is indeed the perfect place for a single, couple, or small family to experience Balboa Island in Newport Beach firsthand. Even though the furnishings are updated, this year-round vacation home still retains its original beach cottage charm. Guests are greeted by a friendly and practical Dutch door to catch the gentle breezes off the bay, and they will love the crisp white bead board and planking that enhance the bayside ambiance of this one-bedroom home. Enjoy the following amenities:

LIVING/DINING AREA:
- Fold out sofabed
- Cable TV
- Dining table with seating for 4 guests
- Open floor plan
- Large picture window provides a lovely bay view

KITCHEN:
- Fully stocked w/ cookware, dinnerware, utensils and appliances for meal preparation (but no dishwasher)
- Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.)

BEDROOM: 
 - Queen bed
 - large walk-in closet

EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: 
- Fold out sofa in the living area opens to a full size bed (best for 2 small children or 1 adult)
- A trifold twin floor mat (best suited for children) or twin rollaway bed can be rented to provide additional sleeping arrangements, when needed, within the unit's maximum occupancy. Please contact our office in advance to allow for delivery on your arrival date

BATHROOM:
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.

OUTDOOR LIVING: 
- Comfortable bay view deck with table, chairs and electric barbecue
- Front row seats to the famous Christmas Boat Parade!
- Quiet Balboa Island neighborhood
- Bayfront walkway that circumnavigates the entire Island

ALSO INCLUDED:
 - Wifi; hair dryer; iron/ironing board; 2 low-profile beach chairs; floor fans; heating
 - 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. 

PARKING:
No designated parking. General neighborhood street parking in area (metered and unmetered). 

LAUNDRY:
No laundry facilities for this rear upstairs unit

ALSO:
The gorgeous bayfront main house of this property (4 bedrooms/4 baths) can also be booked simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger family groups on the entire property. Includes garage parking, laundry. See separate listing or contact our office for more information.

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, portable high chairs, jogger strollers, wagons; twin rollaway beds, 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

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

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 is also known as

Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment
Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Newport Beach
Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment
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About the neighborhood

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Newport Beach Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Newport Pier - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Balboa Beach - 9 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 21 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cabo Cantina
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! located?

Located in Balboa Island, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Pavilion, Balboa Peninsula Beaches, and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and The Wedge are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect couple retreat
Fantastic view of the bay from the patio. Excellent location on the island for a walk or biking. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and location
Great way to spend the 4th on the island! Owners in front house very kind! Thanks for sharing your gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M., Chino, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Getaway
The property was prefect for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Christmas vacation
Great Christmas vacation. Apartment was perfect for that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on Balboa Island
This is the second time we've stayed at this charming little place. It's so fun to be just a matter of steps from the bay front and water. We enjoyed it and were sorry to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa with a peekaboo bay view
Great value for 2 people
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

exactly as listed
Great location, beautiful bay view, exactly as listed! Very comfortable!

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private gem with spectacular view
Very comfortable and practical, in a unique location. It was a privilege to be able to walk to shops along the water
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa Island
Great location and great water view for a back unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time!
Great location! Outdated kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An easy little apartment
It really is an easy little one bedroom. Not perfect, but bright and airy and simple for a couple. The place has all you need for a short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Vintage charm
Nice view of the channel. Apartment is clean and tidy on a quiet street. Has everything that you need and is just a few steps away from the beach and walking path around island. It's well priced for its location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Max W., Vancouver

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Balboa
A little run down
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M., Gold Coast, Queensland Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Apartment in Quiet Location with water views
The rental process was very thorough and through an agency and not direct with the owner on VRBO. The apartment was in a great location at the quiet end of the island. An easy 5-8 min walk to the mini Mart and ferry and about 20 mins walk to downtown Balboa..The rental agency were very communicative and easy to deal with. Everything was as described and there is a decent amount of space for a 1 bed apartment. It's an older property but very clean, well maintained and very well fitted out.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple, yet perfect.
My family and I spent the last three days enjoying this quaint and simple property. It wasn’t anything fancy, but it suited our every need to enjoy a weekend away at the beach. The neighbor is quiet and perfectly located near the bay and a ferry ride away from Balboa Peninsula. We were able to park our car for the weekend and walk to all our destinations. I would love to return!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margrethe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What the Doctor Ordered
We stayed for 9 days. The location was great for morning walks around the island, enough space for two to relax and unwind. Nice and bright, just like the photos, and a lovely view of the bay. All the amenities except for a washer/dryer but we have family nearby so it wasn’t a problem. Even parking wasn’t a concern. The bed was great too. It was a little cool so we had to turn the heat on to take the chill out of the morning but everything worked as it should. All in all, simply delightful and we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

Such a fun weekend!
We had a great weekend on Balboa Island in this darling apartment. I felt like we were living in a Coastal Living magazine! The view from this bay front apartment is perfect, the sunsets were spectacular. And, the decor is super clean and so cute, I want to move in and stay forever. We walked downtown to breakfast at Wilma's (pecan waffles), took the kids on the ferry to Rubys on the Pier, and of course walked back downtown for balboa bars (hey, we worked up an appetite with all that walking!) We brought our own paddle boards and it was so awesome to be able to step right outside the door and be on the bay. We will definitely stay here again--we were sad to leave.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karen B., Napa

Location, location, location!
Excellent location, within easy walking distance to Marine Street shops & restaurants, as well as the Balboa ferry. Street parking on weekends can be a challenge; during the week is fine. Sofa bed is a fold down (think futon) rather than a pull-out , suitable for one adult or two small kids. Unit is clean and well appointed. Property management company was very easy to deal with. Check-in and check-out was a snap. We visited 4 nights in late July/early August, 2016 during a period of beautiful weather with temps in the 80's. Unit is upstairs and not air conditioned which made it very warm inside even with all windows open and a floor fan. Would suggest additional electric fans be provided. This aside, the unit is bright, basic, and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

6/10 Okay

Debra N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Location was fantastic! We rented on Balboa Island for the Boat Parade and all we had to do was walk down the stairs and sit on the sand! The view from the deck was great too! The property could use some attention. Our first impression wasn't good......it smelled horrible when we walked in.....old and musty! We had to leave the windows open to be able to deal with it. Not that clean, all vents were fifty, outdated most everything, old tile in kitchen and bathroom, toilet seat much have been purchased 20 years ago. TV wouldn't turn on so we called, and someone came out, couldn't fix it and left us a tiny tv and said they would be back to replace it and never heard back. 2 of the 4 beach chairs were ripped and need to be thrown away, the sofa tilts forward and is very uncomfortable. We made the best of it, and will be back to the Island, but not going to stay in this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

John D.

Location Location Location
Awesome location away from the "busy" part of the Island. Steps from the sand and very quiet. The only noise is Airplanes at 7:00 AM sharp which is not a problem for us since we are early risers. Unit is the perfect size for two. Downside is the unit is in desperate need of some TLC. The unit is old and is showing its age. Knob keeps coming off the the medicine cabinet and the tolilet seat is broken. It appears to have been this way for a LONG time. The furniture is cheap and uncomfortable except for the bed. Please spend a few bucks and upgrade the appliances and furniture. It is not a big investment and will go a long way toward your guests comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

4/10 Poor

Lynn S., Spicewood, TX

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Areas that need improvement
1. Bathroom light doesn't turn on sometimes. 2. Some of the table lamps are missing the turn on/off knobs. 3. There are two fans. One doesn't kick out much if any air; both need cleaning. 4. Screen missing from shower window. 5. Kitchen floor has been lightly cleaned. Needs a good thorough cleansing. 6. Fitted sheets on bed fit tightly. Cleaners didn't have them on all the way so after the first night I remade the bed properly. 7. Many of the honeycomb shades are torn and lifted crookedly. 8. Had to have someone come out and set-up TV operation. There needs to be instructions on which of the two remotes to use and which to use only if needed. 9. Internet connection went out the last day and had to be rebooted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Childhood revisited.
Having spent time on Balboa Island as a child, it was fun to spend a few days revisiting the island. The price, location and overall experience were good. If you’re looking for a small, quiet apartment with views looking east then I recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glamping at its finest
Its small...its old...its in need of updating...but you simply can't beat the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful!
This was a lovely clean and well organized apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024