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"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

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A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk with a laptop, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, two side tables, and a painting above the sofa.
A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and trees.
A living room with a sofa, two side tables, a painting, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located near the sea, this apartment accommodates 2 guests. It features a balcony and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in adventure activities like surfing, fishing, and sailing nearby. Explore attractions such as Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach while enjoying access to golf nearby and water activities at the marina.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • 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 Newport Beach Pier
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mother’s Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio Apartment

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" (10% Weekly Discount) Beach and Bay are a block away. "GARAGE PARKING" for a "SUB COMPACT Car". "AIR CONDITIONING" Located between Newport and Balboa Piers this mid Century 4 unit building on West Balboa Blvd Is perfect for short walks to either Pier and many fine restaurants, as well as the Balboa Ferry and the Catalina Flyer. This Studio apartment has a new shower with barn door, granite counter tops, stainless appliances with dishwasher. There is a comfy queen size captain's bed with storage underneath and ample closet and drawer space. Side tables are laptop tables to provide a workspace. Amenities include Smart TV, Cable, free Wifi, coin op washer and Dryer, there is a gas BBQ with table and chairs on a shared patio space. Beach chairs are provided and stored in the garage with the laundry. This is a ground floor unit. There is a small bathroom with a small shower. Quite hours are very important. No Animals allowed on property due to allergies. City Short term rental permit SLP 13795
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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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 to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Take out the rubbish

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No booking for more than 28 days Quite hours from 10pm to 8am strictly enforced Renter responsible for any city fines for violating noise ordanances

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number SLP13795
Property # 4940701
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Newport Beach

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood 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 natural beauty can explore Huntington State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Newport Beach Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Pier - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 25 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mutt Lynch's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Baja Sharkeez - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Stag Bar + Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Ball - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mother’s Beach and Newport Beach Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach are just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Super close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect and the room was perfect too. Everything was easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, clean and perfect location. Having new beach chairs and boogie boards available is a great touch. Plenty of bathroom towels and even a couple beach towels! Will definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Great location. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but cozy. Clean and wellequipped. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect. Literally a block from the beach & a short walk to shops & restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was good, very close to everything that we needed to go to in Newport beach. The kitchen was very well stocked. The bed was comfortable I’m sure we have to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was fantastic! Steps from the Beach. Amazing sunsets EVERY NIGHT!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect, 2 minute walk to the beach and pretty close to restaurants and coffee. Great place and it was nice to have easy access to beach chairs and boogie boards.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our work/pleasure trip. Having towels and coolers accessible for the beach was great. We were able to walk to most places or super quick Uber. Would 100% stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, great beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay on the peninsula. The home is super clean with all the amenities to cook while you're there, lots of beach toys to use, laundry on site and garagevparking is a plus. Hosts were great and answered quickly when we had questions. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything worked out good. Enjoyed the stay, Convenient parking, easy walk to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location near a beautiful beach. Host was accommodating, easy to reach and would respond quickly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, enjoyed how close to the beach it was. Very clean and very comfortable. only downfall is parking. Came with the garage, but you must have a subcompact car to fit. Luckily we were informed of this beforehand and everything worked out great. would stay here again.!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amenities, interior decor.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay! It was close to everything and across the street from the beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Cute place to stay. Good anenities for beach fun too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Great value and location. Has everything you need to enjoy the beach and explore the peninsula.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is located on block off the beach and about a 25 minute drive from John Wayne Airport. The rental provides all the basics for an enjoyable stay, is in a safe location and within walking distance to shops and services.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place!

We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay. Good location within a nice walk from everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dennis and Janet Owners / Jeff Myers Property Manager

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Why they chose this property

Affordable well appointed lodging..........

What makes this property unique

Full Kitchen, Central Location, steps to Beach and Bay. A very comfortable Queen Size Bed. With Garage Parking for a Compact car.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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