Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach

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A modern outdoor patio with a light blue sofa, a glass door leading to a balcony, and an air conditioning unit.
A pier leading to a marina with boats docked, a clear sky, and a distant cityscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, wooden panel walls, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Balboa Pier

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood in Newport Beach. Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Orange County Fair and Events Center and Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Wayfarer.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balboa Pavilion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Balboa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 23 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Balboa Saloon - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach on Nov 9, 2026 start from $372, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harbor House - Harbor Retreat Near Ferry and Beach located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Peninsula Beaches, and Balboa Pavilion. Balboa Beach and Balboa Pier are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I had a lovely stay at this property. It was in an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot adjacent to the Balboa Fun zone. The parking space is a plus. Also sitting on the dock by the bay is awesome! The negatives are minor but need to be referenced: there was no aluminum foil or saran wrap, one roll of toilet paper for a 3 night stay and the pots didn't have lids. Would I stay again - ABSOLUTELY!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and well appointed. It was a great location, centrally located to lots of fun activities. We had a couple of issues come up and the property manager quickly addressed them. The parking would be best with a smaller vehicle. If we’re back in the area, we would definitely consider a return stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, the only thing I’d be aware of is the construction directly across from the car port. They weren’t exceptionally loud or anything but it did make parking really difficult if they had supplies in the alley. If there’s anyone parked in the “A” unit parking was really tricky. Everything else was exactly as described and was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location as a family with little ones! Very walkable area with lots to do, including the beach. The place itself was exceptional and had everything we needed. The kitchen was modern and well equipped. Bathroom and linens well stocked - I really appreciated the extra beach towels. It was a bit cold and windier than expected so we didn't get to enjoy the rooftop patio as much as we wanted! The host takes care of the cleaning which really helps it feel like a vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for what we needed. Super clean. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication on how to check in and communicate. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! So easy, great location, host was very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to come back!

Perfect location, super comfortable, can’t wait for our next stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 1, 2025
Hi Kate! We can't wait either! So glad you loved the place and your stay with us! Come back soon and often!! We also have properties in Oregon and Mexico, so think Arrival Getaways when you're traveling!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this property. It was super clean, and we appreciated that so many items (like shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, magnifying mirror, clean sponge, dish and dishwasher soap, laundry soap ect.) were included for us to use. We were also impressed that it was such a quiet location even though it is very close to the fun zone. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a special spot. We are former residents of the area, so had great familiarity with the location of the property. We came down for a 2 week stay, to be a part of our first grandbaby's birth.Enough about us. If you are looking for a spectacular location that has easy walking to beach and the bay this is it. Back bungalow on a bayfront home, doesn't get much better than this. High end finishes, cozy, with roof top escape. And it is easy access to all that the Balboa Peninsula provides.And Hank is an absolute delight to work with. If you are pondering between properties...pick this one, you wont be disappointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Newport Visit

This was our first time staying in this part of Newport. The place was clean and comfortable and the location was great with plenty to walk around and see. A perfect little getaway for our family. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2025
Awesome Brandon! So glad you and your family enjoyed your Getaway!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Balboa Getaway

Clean, updated, great for family of 3
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun on Balboa!

It was great! Love the location and the communication was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 1, 2025
Thanks Courtney! You were a great guest!! Come back soon and often!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good stay. Convenient location

Clean. Comfortable. Convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2025
We hope to have an opportunity to prove ourselves to you in the future Russ. We strive for 5 Stars and are always disappointed when our guests are not fully satisfied. As an employee owned company, we take every review to heart and strive for perfection.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marina, Beach, Fun Zone!

Family and a friend went for a quick beach trip (2 14 yr olds). Had a blast. Super close access to Fun Zone, marina and local beaches. Kids loved the upstairs loft area. Small but cozy and a bit limited if you plan on preparing your own meals. Would highly recommend for short term visit’s
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 1, 2025
So glad you had a great time Mike! I love the loft and the rooftop deck too. Come back soon! We have other properties in Newport Beach, Oregon, and Mexico.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Very clean. Great Location. Close to everything. One Bedroom on main floor. Second bed is up a staircase with a pull out bed. Pull out was actually very comfortable. Only bathroom located in main bedroom. Great place for a couple to stay. Parking is a little tuff because of construction on across from our stay. Hard to get into carport. But no noise from construction. We were there Friday evening to Monday morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Location, Location!

This home is definitely a winner if you're exploring Newport on vacation. We really enjoyed the ease to the ocean and nearby bay. Excellent quality amenities and well appointed property. Ease of communication with host was also excellent. We did find the AC, TV and fireplace remotes not as user friendly as expected. We got everything working but it has a learning curve.Of note, this unit faces the alley and there is a major home construction project underway directly across the way. Due to construction fencing, the parking for this unit was not accessible twice, once because the cleaners were in shared driveway and the second when the front unit was rented on our last night and their van was in driveway. There are two designated spots for these front and rear units but with fencing sticking out in alley, only one large car can really occupy the drive at a time. We have an SUV, so a compact car might have better luck. We had zero issue finding nearby street parking, were able to load and unload easily in the alley both times, and this is simply our experience and meant to inform rather than deter. The construction noise is fairly quiet (talking, intermittent) but starts early. They are really nice workers, literally everyone in this area was really friendly. For an off season stay like ours, it was all part of the ambiance.The waterfront bliss earns it's namesake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 1, 2025
Thanks John! Our goal is to receive 5 Stars from every guest, so we appreciate that you enjoyed your stay! As an employee owned company, we strive to make everything perfect so your stay is stress free and relaxing. Come back soon and often! We also have properties in Mexico and Oregon.
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