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Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Double Guest

2 Double Beds

Downstairs

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA

Welcome to your perfect coastal getaway in beautiful Balboa! Our newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit offers modern comfort and stylish amenities just steps from the harbor. Whether you're here to relax or explore, this is the ideal home base for your Southern California adventure.

Key Features:

Spacious and Modern Living: Enjoy the fresh, contemporary design of our newly renovated space. The open-concept living area is perfect for family gatherings or relaxing after a day of exploring.

Comfort and Convenience: Stay cool with air conditioning throughout the unit, and stay connected with fast Wi-Fi. We've made sure you have all the comforts of home with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and modern bathrooms.

Outdoor Living: Enjoy the California sunshine in your own backyard. Grill up a delicious meal on the BBQ, cozy up by the fire pit in the evening, and take advantage of our bikes to explore the local area.

Convenient Parking: No need to worry about street parking – your stay includes 2 dedicated parking spots right on the property.

Prime Location: Located just a short walk from the harbor, you’ll have easy access to waterfront activities, charming shops, and local eateries. Plus, the beach is just a short bike ride away!

Whether you’re here for a family vacation, a romantic retreat, or a fun-filled escape with friends, our Balboa Harborside Retreat has everything you need for a memorable stay. We can't wait to host you!


NOTE - our separate upstairs studio is currently occupied by a couple studying in graduate school; aside from the shared walkway leading to the staircase, guests will have exclusive access to the front and back patios as well as the garage!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Property Registration Number SLP13871

About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Balboa Island, a neighborhood in Newport Beach, is home to this vacation home. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Orange County Great Park. 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 Observatory.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Balboa Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 21 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA on May 20, 2026 start from $618, 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 Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pristine Balboa Harborside Retreat, with AC and Private Patio - 3BR/2BA located?

Located in Balboa Island, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Peninsula Beaches, and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ameen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in an amazing area
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the Balboa Harborside Retreat. Great location, comfortable furnishings and the kitchen had everything we needed. We didn’t realize the twin beds on the first floor were bunked, but it all worked out and our family had a great vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for an outstanding stay. Beautiful property in an amazing location and immaculately clean on our arrival. Many thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family celebrated Christmas at this very lovely home. Everything throughout the home is thoughtfully curated. The comfortable & meticulously clean place made our stay wonderful. Also, we really liked the close walk to the ferry.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SEEMA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and great property! Super clean -- I have dust allergies so thats important to me. Wonderful location, multi-gen family of 5 and it was very comfortable. Parking was a breeze and easy walk to shops and activities. Definitely will go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle B.

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

Beautiful location

House was clean, fresh and a perfect location for our little beach getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host, great property! I was not sure about staying on the island but it was great, no issues with traffic or anything like that. The neighborhood is really quiet and the people are very nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated the easy check-in, location, and cleanliness of the house. There are plenty of sleeping spaces (all comfortable), and the house has a great layout.In addition to being close to the ferry, the location is quiet. Checkout was also a breeze. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from Mitch! Location was awesome, short walk to ferry with access to the Fun Zone and Peninsula. Loved using the bikes to head to town for a Balboa Bar! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leona V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time and hope to stay again. The place has everything you need and is very clean and comfortable! Great location, too! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Perfect for our weekend

Beautiful and well appointed cottage that was perfect for our needs. Located close to places we needed to go. Comfortable beds, plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Paradise

Wonderful property! Very clean wonderful neighborhood exceeded all our expectations.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

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

Amazing place!

It was a wonderful place to stay with our family. The house was clean with plenty of room and in a great location. We loved the beach cruisers and the access to the waterfront. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was even better than the pictures! We absolutely loved the location and island setting — the walking path along the coast was beautiful, and we enjoyed exploring the Main Street with its cafés and little shops. Taking the bikes on the ferry to the beach was such a fun and unique experience. The house had everything we needed for a perfect beach day. Everything about our stay was beyond our expectations, and we look forward to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon W.

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

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!

This rental was absolutely perfect! Super clean, and the location was perfect. We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Horace g.

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

Amazing property!

We were in town for a wedding and love this location. This charming cottage was super clean and has all the comforts of home. Great for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time. This house was the perfect location and size for my family. We loved having the bikes included and all the amenities the house offered. From the shampoo/conditioner to the special coffee and snacks. We felt like we were staying at a friends house. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house! My daughter and I stayed here for a couple of nights. We rode bikes, walked to get meals and shop, and walked on the boardwalk. We didn’t take the ferry, but it was close, had we wanted to. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again. Perfect for families, friends or a girls trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The place is beautiful, quaint and homie. Perfect location. Took bikes to the ferry across the water to the beach. Mitch the house manager was ever attentive and messaged me back right away when I had questions about the AC. We would book again in a heartbeat. Next time looking to bring the kids. Highly recommend!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Balboa

Very nice home- was perfect for our group
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle k.

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

sister time

from the minute we pulled up to the quaint neighborhood everything was so inviting, fresh and modern Walking distance to the boat docks, and shopping/restaurant district. We hope we can visit again soon!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Great property and location!

We have stayed on Balboa many times at many different properties, and we enjoyed our stay at this property. The location is perfect and super convenient for walking to the ferry and downtown. The bikes were an awesome perk we used daily to explore, and the separate suite up top was perfect for our stay with two families. Overall our stay was great and I'm looking forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time on Balboa Island! We can’t say enough about the location, comfort and details this cottage offered! We will be coming back again and again! Our 8 year old loved taking the ferry to fun zone arcade, swimming to the dock at the nearby beach and gelato/waffle stix in town! Everything is walkable and easy to instantly feel on vacation. The patio out front was my personal favorite! The property owners thought of everything…beach chairs and toys, kitchen needs, and all the comforts of home. Bravo!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laini G.

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

Most adorable place

This place is so cute! Loved everything about it. The master does have to share a bathroom. Otherwise it was a dream place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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