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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 271 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

Welcome to one of the most artistically rendered homes on Balboa Island—The Cottage Retreat. This upscale, private cottage is separate from the main house and offers its own exclusive entrance, ensuring a serene and intimate stay. Nestled in one of the best locations on the island, this charming retreat comes with a coveted private garage, a rare and essential feature on Balboa Island where parking can be a challenge.

The Cottage Retreat is the perfect alternative to standard hotels, offering a unique and authentic Balboa Island experience. Ideal for an executive, single traveler, or couple, this cozy getaway comfortably accommodates one to two guests. Immerse yourself in the quaint, historical charm of Balboa Island, just two blocks from the vibrant main street, where you'll find an array of local shops, restaurants, and the iconic Balboa Ice Cream Bars.

Enjoy the convenience of having the bay just steps away, or take a short, scenic ride on the famous Balboa Island ferry to explore the stunning Southern California beaches. This property provides everything you need for a memorable stay, including a stocked gourmet kitchen, high-speed internet, and a sun-drenched balcony. The large outdoor patio, complete with a BBQ, offers the perfect space for relaxing and dining al fresco.

The Cottage Retreat is designed with your comfort in mind. It features high-speed wireless internet, a smart TV with cable, and office essentials like a copier and scanner. The cottage boasts new Cape Cod-style windows that invite the cool island breeze, a charming blue Dutch door, and the finest linens. Additional amenities include a private washer and dryer, a ceiling fan, and a well-equipped kitchen perfect for any culinary enthusiast.

Located just 6 miles from John Wayne Airport and close to Irvine's business district, The Cottage Retreat combines convenience with the allure of island living. Whether you're here for a few days or an extended stay, you'll appreciate the charm, comfort, and unbeatable location of this delightful cottage in Newport Beach.

Property manager

Evan Bole

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 760 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 SLP11456

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historical Cottage Retreat Ideal Location Garage!!
Historical Cottage Retreat Island Charm Ideal Location!

About the neighborhood

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Newport Beach Country Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fashion Island - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Balboa Pier - 6 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Newport Pier - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 11 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! located?

Located in Balboa Island, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Pavilion, and Balboa Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SarahJane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay in! My boyfriend and I had a great time and loved how Main Street was just a block away! We found great restaurants and will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, bright upstairs spot on Balboa Island
Cozy, bright, clean space ideally located close to Marine Avenue and the restaurants and shops. Very quiet upstairs location. Small but has all the necessities for a couple. Check in with lockbox code very easy. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
My wife and I have stayed her several times over the past seven years and the Historical Cottage Retreat never disappoints. Fantastic location and really nicely decorated unit, garage parking is the icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location. Great for walking, shopping, eating and dining. Very nice little cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
Our second time at the Balboa cottage and it was perfect again! Just the right size for my husband and I. A great little retreat to come back to each day while visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary kay p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Perfect for two:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Charming’
This location was so perfect. And the cottage was everything we had hoped so lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

meggin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage retreat
Charming! Good location and perfect for a short getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lorie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
We really enjoyed the cottage. It has everything. It just needs more blankets or a comforter to keep much warmer at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful unit close to everything
this was a wonderful unit close to all fun place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay!
This charming home is exactly as advertised. The location is perfect and the home is neat as a pin with all of the amenities you could ever need. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

alta s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet spot
Wonderful spot on balboa island. Everything is right there.
Stayed 27 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy place situated over a garage with steps leading up to the cottage. Cute design and decor. Close to restaurants and a great walking area in an upscale neighborhood with plenty of boating. The place airs out nicely on warm summer days. Full kitchen for cooking if you so desire. Patio, BBQ and washer/dryer also there. Some street noise, but bearable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rikke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back
The perfect location. Very good overall standards. We will definitely come back
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I just wish I never had to leave
This spot is perfect. I think this is my 4th or 5th time spending long weekends at this spot and I love it everytime. Basillic is a block away and the best Swiss restaurent outside of Zurich. I sleep better here than anywhere else in the world. The parking is a major bonus and always encourages me to walk. The roses were in bloom all over the Big and Little Islands. I look forward to my next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa
Exactly as advertised. Property Manager responded quickly. Enjoyed my stay:)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary and Birthday
Thank you for making our anniversary and birthday celebration during Memorial Weekend so extra special. The cottage was so clean and perfect for a couple! We love the location and very blessed with the garage! The property with all the beautiful flowers just gave us big smiles! We shall stay here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage
This rental is darling. I really enjoyed my stay. It’s close to Marine Ave and a great location. My car barely fit in the garage Subaru Outback but I squeezed it in! You will love this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V., Tulsa, OK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time on Balboa Island!!
Cute cottage. Nicely appointed. It was the right price with great location. The ONLY downside was it was a bit noisy at night on the weekend with the windows open. Comfy sheets and bed. Fabulous Things to Do List and we did most of the activities since everything was walkable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill J., Scottsdale, AZ

Awesome cottage on Balboa Island
The cottage was perfect for our 3 night stay on Balboa Island. Everything so clean and relaxing, perfect for my husband and I. The owner was wonderful and so easy to work with. Instructions were very clear. Having a place to park, in a garage no less, was a nice plus. We would definitely recommend to friends and stay again when we are in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay at Cottage Retreat
Our stay at this location was perfect, This was obviously recently renovated. Everything shined. The size was great for a couple. The kitchen was equipped with everything you need, even coffee. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The towels and face clothes were soft. The location to everything on Balboa Island couldn't have been better. Detailed instructions were provided ahead of time to cover everything. The garage was a huge plus since on street parking is limited. This was our first experience with VRBO and we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Only negative was the shower head. It sprays that fine hard mist that actually hurts. Stupid complaint, I know.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis W., WHEATON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
This cottage is in the perfect location to walk to the main street of stores and restaurants! It is small, however great accommodations for one or two guests. It is very clean. There is no air conditioning but being located over the garage high up you get a wonderful cross breeze with the windows opened. The property manager replied promptly to a lockbox that would not open.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
The location is great and the space is perfect for 1-2 people. It’s a small, fully furnished apartment over the garage, sharing an outdoor patio with the main house. There is no air conditioning, so if the house is closed up in the summer months it can get quite hot, but once you open up the windows and the adorable Dutch door, a nice sea breeze keeps it very comfortable. We had a few issues with the stove and electric water kettle and the owner took care of both of those things right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023