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FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY

SWIM OR PADDLEBOARDOR TAKE A BOAT RIDE OFF THE BEAUTIFUL PATIO

Overview
Amenities
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Location
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Newport Beach, CA

Hoag Hospital
‪3 min walk‬
Balboa Peninsula Beaches
‪5 min walk‬
Newport Pier
‪2 min drive‬
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining area

About this property

FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY

VAULTED CEILINGS AND SKYLIGHTS CREATE A SUNNY SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE FOR THE BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED AND REDECORATED VACATION HOME.THIS IS AN UP STAIRS UNIT WITH NEW HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT. BATH WITH GRANITE AND GLASS SHOWER ENCLOSURE. EACH ROOM HAS ITS OWN NEW 4K TV WITH CABLE. KITCHENETTE COMES WITH ALL NEW APPLIANCES. BEDROOMS FEATURE NEW KING AND TWO QUEEN SIZED BEDS WITH BEAUTIFUL NEW LINENS. AS WELL AS FLUFFY TOWELS FOR THE BATHROOM. [YOU MAY EVEN SPOT A MERMAID IN YOUR BATHROOM]

Property manager

Judi Benson

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Please contact owner

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ASK US ABOUT PARTY PLANS OR DIFFERENT CK. IN OR OUT TIMES, AND CRUISE OF HARBOR.GORGEOUS PATIO FOR WEDDINGS OR ANY CELEBRATION.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12

Note from host: Please contact owner

Long-term renters welcome

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 deadlock

Property Registration Number SLP12672

We should mention

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

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Newport Pier and Huntington Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza. Orange County Fairgrounds and Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

Hoag Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Newport Pier - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Fashion Island - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Balboa Pier - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

Orange Station - 18 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Honor Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk
‪Chihuahua Cerveza - ‬12 min walk
‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬16 min walk
‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
‪Doughboy Donuts - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FREE USE OF BOAT, (21' Duffy) WITH GORGEOUS PROPERTY located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Mother’s Beach and Hoag Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

23 Jun, 2025

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

Home Again

I grew up 15 miles from Newport Beach. The location is outstanding from a local perspective. 36-52 street is where locals go to the beach. It’s not as touristy and if you need food or a bathroom- head “home.” We enjoyed taking the Duffy Boat over to Balboa and grabbing a balboa bar. Judy has everything you need to hang out at the beach- towels and chais. The bikes were great for exploring. We didn’t paddle board in the harbor but there were many others enjoying it! We felt at home and appreciated the great location and welcoming hosts!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parshelle B.

16 Mar, 2025

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

Great

So much fun!! Loved the hospitality, the bikes and the boat for us to use!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

20 Jun, 2025

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

ANOTHER GREAT STAY WITH JUDI AND NUEL

This property has become a favorite of ours for many reasons when we visit Southern California. Judi and Nuel are the most amazing hosts. We had a larger group and entertained a bit more than normal, and I was concerned that we might be a bother for Judi and Nuel, who are on-site, but they kept insisting that as long as we were having fun, they were happy. They really do their best to host and ensure YOU are making the most of your stay. The upstairs unit is perfect for a smaller group to stay and enjoy the area, which is also perfect both because it is a nice quiet location at the back of the bay, but also because of the restaurant and conveniences within walking distance including the ocean a couple blocks west. The patio, private dock, and duffy are the highlights though. This space and the amenities provided allow anyone to enjoy the unbelievable beauty of Newport and Balboa like someone who owns both a house on the water and a boat to use with it. It's the epitamy of Newport living for a great value. Thanks as always to Judi and Nuel for a great stay. May God continue to bless you and yours.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

28 Sept, 2024

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

Perfect stay for your getaway with friends!

We stayed here over Labor Day weekend this year with friends visiting from Europe. The patio and Duffy boat are great for hanging out enjoying the water. Perfect location for exploring nearby beaches. Friendly hosts Would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon s.

11 Nov, 2024

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

A couple days away

We loved this location. The accommodations were cute and clean. Judi and Nuel were helpful and friendly. We truly enjoyed the bikes and Duffy boat that were available for us.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Judy welcomed us in person with full access to patio, bikes, kayaks & Duffy Boat… and birthday cupcakes for my husband. Accommodations are excellent & the Duffy boat scenic cruising throughout Balboa was a high point. You can park the Duffy in public areas & many shopping districts have free boat parking as well. Judy baked my husband a bday cake on day 2 - never have had a more hospitable & friendly host experience. Walking distance to restaurants, shops & beaches. There is so much to do, even our teenagers loved it & never once reported being bored (huge victory!). We look forward to future visits & Balboa / Newport get-a-ways!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darby

19 Oct, 2024

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

Wonderful Spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Judy was so kind and genuinely welcoming. After check in, we had total privacy and used the Duffy Boat and bikes multiple times per day. The location is great. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi G.

25 Jul, 2024

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

Great location on the water. Access to boat was the highlight

Lovely property with access to bay through the electric boat which makes this a very unique stay. Definitely would do again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

27 Jun, 2024

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

Perfect week

This is our second time staying here. Great location! Enjoyed using the Duffy boat and paddle boards.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

18 Aug, 2024

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

Reunion weekend

We enjoyed our stay at this quaint condo! We had a parking space, a Duffy boat to wander around the bay, and a patio to enjoy the Calif summer, plus much more!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

C A.

9 Apr, 2024

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

Great Location

Unit was very clean and comfortable. Close to beach in a quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

22 Apr, 2024

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

Another Great Visit!

Great place to stay for a unique and very local perspective of Newport and the harbor. The duffy is awesome! Clean, well appointed with a great location!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat F.

27 Jun, 2024

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

Wonderful weekend!

Another great year in the books!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Y.

27 Apr, 2024

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

great place, wonderful hosts

Felt welcome from the first email contact and the hosts were absolutely lovely... brought the kids fresh fruit and took us for a boat ride to show us around before we went out ourselves ( at our request). Accommodations were great and location can't be beat. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britnie L.

3 Aug, 2024

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

Best vacation ever!

This was the most magnificent vacation of all time. The stay on the bay was such a bonus, and just a few blocks from the beach. The duffy boat, kayaks, and paddle boards were so much fun! There is a parking spot in front of the garage. And the owners, Nuel and Judi are so incredible

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

10 Jul, 2023

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

Summer vacation with teacher friends

Great location and great little place to stay. Duffy access was also great added bonus!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest G., Bountiful

16 Jun, 2023

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

perfect peaceful reset home

such sweet helpful host loved everything about the stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

S. W.

19 Jul, 2024

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

Prime location

The location is perfect with everything in walking distance. We liked having the Duffy, paddle boards and bikes. It gave my family lots of options for individual activities. We enjoyed our stay. It was our second time at this place. We’d stay there again. The hosts are wonderful people.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

1 Jan, 2025

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

Wonderful Hosts and Quiet Area

The hosts are very personable and kind. Having easy access to the Duffy was wonderful for the boat parade. The Duffy is clean and ready to go at any time during your stay. It can seat up to 12 people.The unit is very clean and well appointed. It is upstairs with a street view, but the hosts give full access to the beautiful patio directly on the water. It's great for having breakfast or dinner and has use of the BBQ as well.There were more than enough towels and bedding. In addition, there are plenty of kitchen supplies along with a microwave and toaster/convection oven.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

21 Apr, 2023

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

Perfect

Great location, great host!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

1 Aug, 2023

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

Great property and location

We had a wonderful time and the toys provided made the trip!!!! We are considering coming back next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

8 Jun, 2024

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

Quiet cozy quality on the back canal!

Judi and Nuel are gracious hosts, providing amenities to make guests feel at home. The Duffy, the two nice bikes, the gas grill, the two beach chairs and more were super nice to have use of.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Jul, 2020

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

a wonderful week stay.

My husband & I had the BEST stay!!! Judi & Nuel are the SWEETEST!!! We will definitely stay with them again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudia & Mark D., Rocklin, California

23 Sept, 2023

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

Lovely place

A wonderful condo with a lot of toys to use. Julie is the best host that we've ever worked with and we throughly enjoyed staying at her place.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne C., Murrietta, California

19 Dec, 2023

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

Wonderful Newport waterfront apartment.

Such a great location to stay ! Close to Great restaurants, shopping and beaches . Very comfortable and the most lovely hosts. It was so wonderful to have the use of the Duffy boat . Two great nights viewing the Christmas boat parade . Would definitely stay there again .

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Judi Benson

I am a Southwest Airlines flight attendant and have been able to travel the world and meet so many great people. My husband Nuel is a boat guy and fishing and talking is his specialty. He has just renovated his 33 ft, trawler and would love you to see it or go on a boat ride with him. We have been married for ever and love it here in beautiful Newport Beach on the bay.Love to watch the gondolas and swimmers go right by the patio. I hope to meet you soon and hear about your lives and families and travels. Judi and Nuel Benson

Why they chose this property

The bay in our back yard is as good as it gets anywhere in the world. We walk to restaurants, movies, and of course on the sand to watch the sunset. Our property is newly decorated in a vacation beach theme and I am certain you will love it. Have fun here and make some lasting memories.We have 2 bicycles.2 paddle boards 2 boogie boards. beach chairs, a basketball and a ride in our boat for our guests and maybe even their friends. Have fun in the sun right here in beautiful Newport Beach California. The duffy boat and patio and all the toys are for your use only while you are here. The boat is really quite easy to drive and fun too.

What makes this property unique

Grill on the patio while watching the swimmers, boaters and paddle boarders go by and then of course join them in the fun. You may even see a gondola or two go by.