10/10 Excellent
A B.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Private Courtyard, Hot Tub, Reserved Parking, HVAC, Steps to Bay Beach
Cottage with kitchen, near Fashion Island
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Newport Beach, CA
- Balboa Pier13 min walk
- Fashion Island3 min drive
- Corona del Mar State Beach4 min drive
- Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Private Courtyard, Hot Tub, Reserved Parking, HVAC, Steps to Bay Beach
This is one of the original well known Cottages on the island newly remodeled and furnished! Perfect for a romantic get-away, small family, or couples retreat! Hot Tub, Large Private patio, Gas Fire Place, etc.. One Bedroom, One bath, Cozy Living room, stained wood ceiling. Interior Dining room for 6 (8 counting bar seating) and exterior lounge seating for 6-8, picnic table for 6 and hot tub for 6! Covered Parking available for 1 vehicle on property. Perfect distance between the Ferry to the beach and Marine Avenue where you will find great shops, bars and restaurants island style!
Second unit (sleeps 4) on property can be seen using Vrbo listing ID 691500
Second unit (sleeps 4) on property can be seen using Vrbo listing ID 691500
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision required at all times for safe spa use
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
No Pets on furniture please.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number SLP13438
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Newport Beach
Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Newport Pier and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity 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 Bren Events Center, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Newport Beach, CA
What's nearby
- Balboa Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Balboa Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Corona del Mar State Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Class of 47 - 5 min drive
- Bayside Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Dad's Original Frozen Banana - 8 min walk
- The Galley Cafe - 4 min drive
- Cabo Cantina - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Millissa G.
21 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy cozy weekend away
Millissa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Awesome location
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geneva H.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet get away
Geneva H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
patrick m.
19 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
patrick m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jerri H.
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa Island Cottage
Jerri H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and Cozy
Sarah G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peggy D.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Peggy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Torie H.
6 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest place for a romantic getaway
Torie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home. Great location.
Jeff M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cole S.
28 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
review
Cole S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cali getaway
Daniel M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce B., Newport Beach
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Newport Getaway
Bruce B.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
William U.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
top flight, modernized & cozy Balboa cottage
William U.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
John B.
13 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa gem
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carrie W.
20 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Balboa Island rental by far
Carrie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey W.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully appointed cottage
Lindsey W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emma P.
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Balboa Island Getaway
Emma P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S., Littlestown, USA
19 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Sarah S.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
David E.
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable
David E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joyce R.
4 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island life
Joyce R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Derek S., Scottsdale arizona
7 Aug 2015
Mariners Island Cottage
Derek S.
10/10 Excellent
Leland M.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars - Awesome Stay Highly Recommend!!
Leland M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nah L.
21 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant
Nah L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheila B.
10 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Sheila B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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