Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach
Come enjoy gorgeous bay views from the relaxing rear deck. This charming historic upstairs retreat has been thoughtfully outfitted to comfortably accommodate couples or small families visiting our favorite beach town. Here, the past meets the present with a wonderful blend of vintage character and cozy comfort; even the original milkbottle delivery door remains as a charming feature of the mini kitchen. While intimate in scale, each room has been carefully prepared with thoughtful details, and the home has been refreshed with updated flooring throughout, adding a clean, modern touch to this classic beach retreat.
LIVING & DINING AREAS: Leather sofa with additional side seating and cable TV, complemented by full-length picture windows showcasing stunning Newport Harbor views. A modern glass dining table with seating for six completes the space.
BEDROOMS: - Bedroom 1: Queen-size bed; cable TV - Bedroom 2: Queen-size bed
OUTDOOR SPACES: Private rear deck with a round dining table for four, market umbrella, and propane BBQ grill, perfect for outdoor meals. An outdoor shower is conveniently tucked beneath the stairway.
KITCHEN & AMENITIES: The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, and bakeware. Major appliances include a refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave (no dishwasher). Guests are welcome to bring their own food, drinks, spices, condiments, and additional paper goods. Salt, pepper, olive oil, and coffee are provided.
YOUR STAY ALSO INCLUDES: - Wi-Fi - 4 low-profile beach chairs - Hair dryer - Iron and ironing board - Heating throughout
GUEST ACCESS: Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire upper residence. This includes all interior spaces and the private rear deck.
SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR STAY: We are committed to ensuring you have a wonderful and seamless stay. While we respect your privacy, our team is available to answer any questions or address any needs that may arise during your visit. We will not be present at the property during your stay unless assistance is requested.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: No Air Conditioning: Like most homes in our moderate coastal climate, this property does not have air conditioning. Ceiling and tower fans are provided for your comfort.
Linens & Starter Supplies: All bed, bath, kitchen, and beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided. We also include a starter supply of hand soap, dish soap, a sponge, trash bags, 2-4 rolls of toilet paper, and 1 paper towel roll. Guests are responsible for additional supplies and personal toiletries.
Laundry: A shared washer and dryer are located in the garage. Please note that guests must provide their own laundry supplies.
Parking: One single parking space in the shared double garage, which will accommodate small to mid-size vehicles (no SUVs). General neighborhood street parking can also be utilized, both metered and non-metered.
Recreation Gear Rentals: Additional beach gear or recreational equipment is available for rent from Beachview Rentals at very reasonable rates. Large ice chests, wagons, Pack' N Play portable cribs, portable high chairs, twin rollaway beds, and more are available. Contact us for more information.
Rental Agreement: A signed rental agreement is required to complete your booking.
Security: This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces and/or property entrances, as well as noise-monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect our guests, the property, and ensure compliance with local ordinances.
City Tax: A 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is included in all booking totals (for reservations less than 30 nights) as mandated by the City of Newport Beach.
Check-in Time: 3 pm on the arrival date Check-out Time: 10 am on the departure date
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About the area
Newport Beach
Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Fashion Island and Main Street 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 Huntington Beach Beaches. 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Newport Beach, CA
What's nearby
Balboa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mother’s Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Newport Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Orange Station - 22 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Harborside Restaurant & Grand - 16 min walk
Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - 16 min walk
Sushi Ii - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach on 8 Dec 2026 start from £288, 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 at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Beach and Newport Beach Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A remote control for the garage would have been nice.
Michael M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Mahalo for your comments, Michael. We're glad you had a good stay. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comment with our operations team for review. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
Excellent location, very clean and cozy home. Great service as Any issues were resolved immediately. Really enjoyed our stay.
jhoralek
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2025
Thank you for your comments, Jim. We agree that the location is excellent, and we’re glad you found the home clean and cozy. It’s great to hear that any issues were resolved immediately and that you really enjoyed your stay. It was our pleasure to host you, and we would be happy to welcome you back on your next Newport Beach vacation. Kind regards, BVR
Verified
6/10 Okay
Debbie M.
8 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pictures were very misleading! Both bathroom (tiny) and Kitchen (also very small) are in need of serious updating. Repainting would also be a plus , perhaps with walls in the color of sage or gray.Only two toilet paper rolls were available. There were no blankets of any kind on the couch or in either bedroom and it got cold at night.When we first arrived it smelled stail and I also had to wash the skillets, plates and glasses before I felt safe they were clean enough to safely use.
Debbie M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you for your comments, Debbie. We’re sorry to hear the home did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding the condition of the property, and we will have our team inspect and assess the home. We hope to have another opportunity to provide you with a more comfortable stay in the future. Kind regards, BVR
I booked this for a month while out in the area for work. It was so nice to come home at the end of the day to the beautiful view of the bay. My favorite was sitting in the recliner by the huge bay window watching the rowers and little sail boats. Conveniently located to the beach and great food. Very responsive to questions.
Gwen U.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2026
Thank you for your comments, Gwen. How wonderful to come 'home' at the end of your work day to the beautiful view of the bay. Such a lovely and relaxing experience watching the rowers and little sail boats go by. We're happy you enjoyed the convenient location to the beach and local area, and that the team was very responsive to your questions. It was our pleasure to have you as our guest, and we would love to host you when you're next in the area. Kind regards, BVR
Location is 10/10. The property is showing signs of derred maintenance. More fans would help wit the stuffiness at thr end of the day. I'd stay here again.
Brian S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2025
Thank you for your comments, Brian. We appreciate your 10/10 rating on the property's location! We're sorry that it was stuffy at the end of the day. In the future, please let us know if you need fans as our team would be happy to have some delivered to you. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
We're so glad to hear it, Anthony! Thank you for your kind words and for being such terrific guests. It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to next time.
Our best,
Beachview Realty
Had a wonderful time with family and friends visiting this location
Genevieve K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2023
Hello Genevieve! We're thrilled you enjoyed your recent stay with us! We may be a little bias, but there is no place like Newport! It was a pleasure hosting you. We hope to hear from you in the future!
My wife and I decided to get away to Newport Beach for a few days. We were pleasantly surprised and very happy with how the entire time went, thanks to VRBO and BeChviee rentals. Their emails were on point both before and after the stay. Super easy to understand how to check in and check out. A.
Bill N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
Thank you for your comments, Bill ~ We're glad to know that you had such a great experience! It was our pleasure to host you and and we hope to see you again.
Place as advertised. Great location and awesome view.
David B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, and we appreciate the care you took in treating the unit as if it were your own during your stay!
Nice clean place, next to the bay/waterway side, one block away from the ocean side with gorgeous beach and nice waves, quiet neighborhood
Ed O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
Hello Ed! Thank you so much for taking the time to review us and for being the kind of guest that makes hosting a joy. We hope you had a chance to unwind and create many cherished memories!
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10/10 Excellent
5 Mar 2024
My family loved that place!
My family loved that place! Thanks and I will return! :)
Clean, quaint, old Balboa property. Great location, bay view, quiet neighborhood. Close to swimming beach.
Meghan O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Hi Meghan, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to take advantage of the bayfront beach right in front of the home! It was our pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you again soon!
-Beachview Realty
We loved this intimate Newport Beach gem. The views of the bay were beautiful. There is a private beach across The street that my 6 year old daughter loved playing at. Host had great communication -We will be back again!
Tabitha G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Tabitha! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience during your recent stay in Newport. The bay views and private beach nearby do create a fantastic setting for a memorable stay. Our commitment to clear communication is something we take seriously, and we appreciate your kind words about our team's responsiveness. Thank you for taking the time to review us. We look forward to seeing you in the future!
Easy check in and out. Very Clean. Beautiful view.
cinthia k.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
Hi Cinthia, we are so happy to know that your end-of-summer trip was a hit! Thank you for the feedback and for being such terrific guests. It was our pleasure hosting you,
Beachview Realty
Small family of five. The nightly rate was very competitive with other rentals. Check in was super easy. Neighborhood was quiet. Having a small kitchen was ideal for us.
We would definitely stay here again.
Daryl S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2022
Hi Daryl, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay in Newport! Thank you for the kind words and for being such terrific guests. We look forward to next time!
-Beachview Realty
This property is within walking distance to so many great amenities - restaurants, beach / boardwalk, Balboa island and a playground on the beach :)
We didn't need to use the car very much, because everything is so close! Neighborhood beach is right across the street from the property.
It was a slam dunk neighborhood and community.
Todd M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2024
Love these insights, Sean! Thank you for taking the time to share a bit about your trip and for being respectful guests. Come back anytime!
Good upgrade to an old house, quaint and comfortable. The garage, rate, view, and location are really wonderful. Having rented many times on the peninsula over the years its nice to not have to negotiate an alley. It feels like a neighborhood. Glad we chose this place.
Bob B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
Hello There! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad to hear that your recent stay with us was a great fit and that you enjoyed the location and view. Most of our properties are just steps away from the sand, making the beach easily accessible and offering the perfect getaway for our guests. Should you plan to visit the area again, we would be thrilled to have the opportunity to host you and provide another enjoyable experience!
This was the perfect location for a weekend in CA. My nephew and his girlfriend (college kids) joined me and we were all happy with the location, space, and access of property. Highly recommend. And, great customer service when the door was smarter than me at check in. :)
Paula h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2024
We're so happy to hear it, Paula! Thank you for being wonderful guests - feel free to come back anytime!
Hi Liz, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are working with the owner to address your suggestions. If ever you're in need of some fresh ocean air, feel free to contact us directly and we will happily help you find a vacation home that better suits your needs. Our best to you,
Beachview Realty
Lovely location - more powerful fans would be helpful considering it is above the garage and there is no AC.
Alisha A.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
Hi Alisha, thank you for the kind words and feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your suggestion regarding the fans. We will look into that immediately. Thank you, too, for being such terrific guests. It was our pleasure hosting you!
-Beachview Realty
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ethan S.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very Basic amenities. No hot water last 2 days.
Close to everything. Not a great place to spend time in but a place to sleep and with VERY basic amenities. Tiny bathroom. Hot from the afternoon on but cools off by midnight.We didn’t have hot water the last two days. Repair half hour before checking out but we’re were told we could have an extra hour to check out because next guests had it booked. Not sure how they were going to clean in between with no hot water. Still no hot water by checkout time. Disappointing.
Ethan S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Thank you for your comments, Ethan. We’re glad you enjoyed the location of the home, but we’re sorry that everything wasn’t perfect. We received your message regarding the hot water after our offices were closed and as you didn’t call the after-hours number, our team wasn’t able to address the issue until the next day. We apologize for the inconvenience this posed and we regret that your stay was disappointing. Kind regards, BVR
About the host
Hosted by Beachview Rentals
Beachview Realty is a family owned and operated real estate & property management company, located in Newport Beach, CA.
We manage our properties with great care and attention, maintaining the highest standards in customer service, property maintenance, cleanliness and furnishings; and upholding a lasting reputation with loyal clientele and new tenant bookings.
Our office is open 7 days a week to answer any questions you may have prior to your arrival, as well as ensuring your stay is comfortable.
To experience this paradise to the fullest, we offer Beach Cruiser Bicycle rentals, as well as Water Sport equipment with free delivery and pick-up to your vacation unit.
We invite you to experience a Beachview vacation rental. There is truly no better way to stay in Newport Beach, CA.
What makes this property unique
Experience the timeless charm of Newport Beach paired with modern-day comfort in this cozy 2BR/1BA home. Featuring lovely bay views and a relaxed, welcoming feel, the home is perfect for up to 4 guests seeking a peaceful stay. Tucked in a quieter neighborhood, you’ll still enjoy easy access to both the beach and bayfront, offering the best of coastal living.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests