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Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!!

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A patio with wicker furniture, a blue door, and a white picket fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a sink. There are two wall art pieces with motivational quotes.
A house with a blue door, a front porch with a rug, and a potted plant.
A living room with a TV mounted on the wall, a bookshelf filled with books and board games, and decorative stars on the wall.
A living room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Balboa Beach
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Wedge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!!

Classic Newport Beach Charm - 2 bedroom 2 bath home located by the world famous Wedge on Peninsula Point. This nicely furnished home provides easy beach access, less than 100 steps away from the sand. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening dinner on the inviting front porch, or entertain privately in the comfortable backyard.

Kitchen has refrigerator, gas stove, oven, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, coffee grinder, crock pot, blender, and dishwasher. The living room and master bedroom each have a flat screen Smart TV. There's a high chair, porta-crib, and toddler bed rail, as well as a set of plastic dishes in the kitchen for your little ones.

Plenty of bikes, board games, and beach equipment and toys. In the back yard you can enjoy our gas grill, charcoal BBQ, and fire pit. Peninsula Point, in addition to being one of the most desirable neighborhoods in all of Newport Beach, also offers a Bay Beach (which is a short 3 block walk from the house) for those who wish to enjoy the water without the waves.

The home is also located only a short and easy walk or bike ride from the Fun Zone where you can rent boats, paddle boards, go on a fishing expedition, take the ferry to Balboa Island, or simply enjoy one of the many restaurants. Wonderful place to make new family memories!!

Perfect location for a perfect vacation!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Our home is perfect for a family vacation!
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number SLP12206
Property # 751976
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood in Newport Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the 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 natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Orange County Fair and Events Center and Balboa Fun Zone. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Wedge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balboa Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balboa Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Balboa Fun Zone - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 26 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bamboo Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬20 min walk
  • Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill
  • ‪SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!!?

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!! on Sep 29, 2026 start from $471, 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 Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Slice Of Paradise Just Steps From The Beach!! located?

This family-friendly Newport Beach vacation home is located by the sea, just steps from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and The Wedge. Fashion Island is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 190 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great spot! The home is charming, the neighborhood is quiet, the beach is close. This is a great place to stay with kids -- proximity to the beach, bikes, games and books.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Channa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cute little house! We were there with another couple for three nights and you can't beat the location. The kitchen is well-equipped and the host left us a few treats, which was a nice touch. We didn't have enough time to use all the beach supplies, but the bikes were great. Check-in was easy and the host was responsive and helpful. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location on quieter end of the beach. We felt completely at home and everything was stocked and ready for our stay. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing. From the amenities to the location to the nice quiet neighbourhood. Our family had an incredible time and will definitely be back. If you’re looking for a vacation home in SoCal this is an excellent spot. Thank you for such a pleasant vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location. Close to the beach. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at Surfs Up Cottage many times and love it. Kate, the host, is wonderful. We especially love having the bikes to ride and all the beach stuff. Location is beautiful.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was completely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little beach house is truly perfect! It’s adorable, clean, well stocked, great (and I do mean great) location, and a super sweet and responsive host. This house has everything you need. Kate has thought of it all. We appreciated the welcome snacks, the bikes and beach gear, the fire pit, quick beach access…all perfect. We had the best time in this little paradise. We will be returning again in the future for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect beach house for our family of four spring break trip. The house was quite well appointed, the furnishings lovely, beds and pillows firm and in good shape, kitchen had everything we needed, and just can't say enough about the wonderful and highly responsive host, Kate. She went out of her way to make sure our family had a great experience. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Cleab,updates and 1/2 a bkock from a beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 12th stay at Paradise. Our host, Kate went above & beyond to see that our stay was Wonderful !
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Host so accommodating.This was our 3rd time there. Great family vacation. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was great! We loved having all of the beach things - chairs, towels & umbrellas available. Lots of books, puzzles and games as well. Kate made this a great family friendly stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here!! Just steps from the sand and everything is provided from beach towels & umbrellas to bikes & beach toys. Super cute cottage in an amazing neighborhood. We love taking walks, riding bikes to get ice cream, and reading books on the beach. Relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren V.

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

Perfect fall break

We really enjoyed our stay! Great location- close to the beach, Disney and short bike ride to restaurants and shops!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Comfy House

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was so comfortable and located in a safe yet convenient area of Newport. I highly recommend Kate’s place if you’re visiting Newport Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

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

Perfect beach getaway

We loved our stay at this beautiful home. Everything we needed for a beach getaway was there - bikes, beach gear, and a home with all we could want at the end of a day out exploring!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical paradise with a New England vibe. Kate is the nicest, most accommodating hostess you could ask for. She truly makes her home, your home.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

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

Awesome weekend!

Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Quick family beach getaway

My family of 5 had a great time staying here. With the beach just steps away, to the short bike ride to town and the home away from home feel of the cottage, we had a blast. I highly recommend staying here. Kate was super easy to work with and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

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

Great Getaway Spot

Had a fantastic stay at this cozy inviting home. Was the perfect spot for our family of 5. Close to the beach and easy access to town to explore. Thanks to Kate for being a wonderful and available host. Hope to stay here again and recommend it highly to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Ideal Place For Balboa Peninsula!

Second time staying here and was just as great as the first time! Communication was great with property owner, everything was clean and set up perfectly! Will be staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

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

Most beautiful Spring Break ever

We had an amazing time! The house is lovely and the location could not be more perfect. Kate is very responsive host and provided everything you need in a home away from home! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cassandra H.

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

The perfect vacation house!

We had a great time at this property! Perfect neighborhood and the house was a great place to have family time. Loved all of it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana L.

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

Amazing!

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kate Rhymer

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Hi, I'm Kate! I've been managing our home on VRBO since 2016, and I love knowing that I'm helping families create their own memories in our little cottage! I live in Los Angeles, have 3 grown kids who all live in the LA area, and have a crazy dog named Echo. I've been involved with a maternity shelter for homeless pregnant women for years, and coordinate the volunteers there. I'm a huge LA Dodgers fan, have just started playing pickle ball, like to travel, and love sitting out on the beach for sunset. Hope you love our little house!!

Why they chose this property

Our family began vacationing in Newport Beach in 1996, when our children were young. We started out on Balboa Island, but then fell in love with the Balboa Peninsula. We've been coming to Newport Beach for 26 years and our (now grown) children have the best memories of riding bikes, jumping in the waves, and eating Balboa Bars! We loved being able to rent and stay in the same house for 10 years - there was something so comforting and familiar about knowing what to expect when we would arrive each summer. We hope our house can provide many years of memories for our guests.

We bought this charming cottage in 2005, and loved the neighborhood and how close we are to the beach. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!!

What makes this property unique

Our home has a unique warm and welcoming feel as soon as you walk in the front door!! We are located at the quiet end of the charming Peninsula Point neighborhood. Fabulous spot for a family vacation, or a girl's getaway. Great location for bike riding - you can park your car and not move it for days! Grab your beach chairs and towels - the sand is just steps away. Make sure you take the ferry over to Balboa Island and do a little shopping on Marine Avenue - and a Balboa Bar is a must! We love to grill in the backyard and then enjoy dinner on the front porch - but we always love to go out to the sand for the gorgeous sunsets. One of our favorite things is to sit around the fire pit in the back yard and make s'mores in the summer time. Our family has been coming to this area for 26 years - it's our little slice of paradise!!

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