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BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs]

Welcome to the pink house on Balboa Island

We are a classic Balboa Island beach bungalow

A comfortable Master Bedroom with en suite bathroom

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Newport Beach, CA

Balboa Pier
‪10 min walk‬
Fashion Island
‪4 min drive‬
Newport Pier
‪6 min drive‬
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

About this property

BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs]

Summary:
This beach cottage is classic Balboa Island. It's cozy, cute, and family-friendly! Just being a block away from the famous Newport Beach ferry, and not to mention all the amazing restaurants, markets, bakeries, and shops right there on the island! Perfect for couples, families, or a group of friends. The outside patio with a fire pit is perfect for making memories of a lifetime. The perfect island escape and vacation location!

The Space:
NEWLY Added EV Charger in the garage. It is a Level 2 charger that can change any car directly except Tesla [however, all Tesla’s come with an adaptor that will allow it to accept this J-1772 plug]. Alternatively if you have a portable charger in your vehicle, you should be able to plug directly into the Nema 220v 14-50 for charging.

Guest Access:
We have TWO Stand up Paddle Boards available for you to use in addition to TWO Soft Shell Surfboards available for your use and enjoyment. Many of our guests enjoy taking either the paddleboards or the surfboards out to paddle around the bay and view the boats and wildlife.

Property manager

Skip Lanfried

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Lock the doors

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

9pm to 7am

Important information

You need to know

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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number SLP13092

About the area

Newport Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Orange County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Bren Events Center.

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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

Balboa Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Balboa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Newport Dune - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

Orange Station - 21 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
‪Class of 47 - ‬5 min drive
‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs] pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs]?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs]?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath [Downstairs] located?

This family-friendly Newport Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Peninsula Beaches. Fashion Island is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

20 Aug, 2025

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

Great property. Loved our stay

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

16 Jun, 2024

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

Balboa Pink House

Excellent location on Balboa. Very clean and comfortable with many extras. Easy check in and out. Great communication with the host.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

12 Aug, 2023

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

Fun weekend getaway

We had a wonderful stay at this super cute place. We loved using the paddle boards and the accessibility to the water. The upstairs residents were so helpful and welcoming. We had great communication with the owner and property manager. It was the perfect fit for our family and we’d love to come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

10 Jun, 2023

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

Graduation

The 3 bdrm was very clean and was fully equipped with kitchen utensils, extra pillows, sheets, blankets. Very quite area, excellent location. Could walk everywhere, no need for a car. Loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

24 Feb, 2023

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

The Pink House

My husband and I came to Balboa Island to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The pink house was a perfect choice to spend those days. It's very comfortable and quickly became our "home". The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. Coffee in the morning and wine in the early evening on the patio was relaxing. Morning walks around the island, cute boutiques, good restaurants, and a lovely boat ride made the island and pink house the right place to stay. I recommend highly you stay here too.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D., Las Vegas, NV

11 Sept, 2023

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

Perfect!

We loved our stay in the pink house. Skip was responsive and extremely helpful. The house included thoughtful touches, comfortable furnishings and friendly neighbors. We’ve been coming to Balboa Island for years and this was our favorite trip. I highly recommend the Pink house. It’s close to the ferry and our favorite swimming beach. Skip and Jeff seemed invested in our having a relaxing, fun vacation. If I could give more stars, I would.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britt P.

7 Apr, 2023

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

Spring break

My family and I stayed all week for Spring Break and loved it. The beds and linens were all very comfortable and better then other houses we have stayed in. The kitchen had a everything necessary to cook any type of meal. The garage was full of things to take to the beach and toys for the kids. There were several scooters and even a little kids scooter to use. The host text me throughout the stay asking if we needed anything and was very responsive from start to finish.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

1 Jul, 2024

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

Love Balboa

We stay at alot of VBRO Rentals, this was by far the best. The location was amazing, the house was so fun. The process and comunication were top knotch. We even got to meet the owner eho eas also a great guy. They had everything wr needed for a great beach vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

14 Apr, 2024

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

March 2024

If you are looking to stay at Balboa, this place is a gem. The property is just as advertised and is in an excellent location. The host does a great job with communication and has does a great job with the details. Little things like having sunscreen, a basket full of chargers, beach toys, plenty of towels, etc. I want to stay here again for sure. It was a treat!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

31 Dec, 2022

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

Super quaint, convenient, and cozy

We loved the place. It was near the water. The space was large. The manager was super helpful. We would come back, again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane J., Cedar Rapids, IA USA

5 Dec, 2022

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

Spectacular property in a great location

This property is located away from the hustle & busy of Main Street Balboa, but within easy walking distance. It is well stocked, toiletries, kitchen supplies, dishes, games, and all the beach gear you need. The outdoor patio with the fireplace is a big plus. We spent time there every day. The manager is very quick to respond to questions also. In addition we had a parking space. Highly recommend this property❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed A.

22 Oct, 2022

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

Island cottage

This lower unit of a duplex, is set up perfectly for a relaxing stay close to the water.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

29 Jun, 2022

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

Wonderful experience!

My family of 5 stayed here for 6 nights and we absolutely loved it! The house was exactly as described and even cuter in person then the pictures show. The outdoor patio was so nice and the house was stocked with everything we needed! We would absolutely stay here again! Thank you for such an enjoyable stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JULIE J.

23 Apr, 2022

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

Great Balboa Island getaway

House was very clean and comfortable, great outside patio, kitchen had everything and garage was a total plus.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

2 Dec, 2021

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

Balboa Island Pink House

We had a wonderful time staying at this charming home on Balboa Island. We loved waking up everyday, walking out our door along the beautiful beaches and water of the island.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Robin R.

8 Sept, 2021

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

Disliked: Communication

Beach Get-away on Balboa Island

The property was very clean, well-stocked, and had a fun, beach atmosphere. It was a perfect place for a special gathering with friends or family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Lee G.

4 Aug, 2021

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

Balboa Island Fun!!

Beautiful, eclectic decor. Extremely clean and cozy. The front yard was a dream. This home had absolutely everything we could need and more. The towels and linens were amazing. Our family felt truly blessed and we had an incredible vacation enjoying the beaches, water sports, delicious restaurants and this awesome property.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

1 Aug, 2021

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

Great house, spectacular location

Nice, clean, and comfortable house with modern decor and amenities. Garage had two SUP, two kids' kayaks, beach chairs, and umbrellas all neatly organized and ready to use. The beach is only around a hundred feet down the sidewalk. This is the 'quiet end' of the island and there's a lovely gas fire pit and chairs on the front patio to sit and enjoy the beautiful air. We had loads of fun and will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Chandler

16 Jul, 2021

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

Great Spot!

Great place! Won't be disappointed. Only factors to consider. If you have a large truck it won't fit in the garage and street parking near the place during summer is difficult. AC is only window units in master and living room. 2 spare bedrooms have no AC at night. My kids do not do well in warm room sleeping. Otherwise perfect! Great kitchen supplies and beach stuff was great.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

1 Jun, 2021

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

Well appointed, perfect location

We loved our stay at the "pink house." I go to Balboa often so am very familiar with the island. This home had excellent access to the boardwalk and beach (3 houses from sand), 2 blocks from the Ferry, and a 10 minute walk to main street. The house had everything you could want including paddle boards, kids kayaks, scooters, and toys. We loved the front porch with the fire pit too. Everything worked perfectly and there were many extra touches in the kitchen (great blender, coffee provided, host of spices for cooking). There was even extra sunscreen if we ran out. The home was very clean, the property manager was very thorough and helpful, and the upstairs neighbor is friendly and accommodating. We would love to return!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

martha S., Lanai City

20 Apr, 2021

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

Iconic cozy Balboa cottage

Just enjoyed a long weekend with family in Newport Beach at he Pink House. It couldn’t have been more perfect. This property has everything. Comfy queen bed with soft fresh white linens. Well equipped kitchen, plenty of seating for visitors with meticulously chosen decor. Easy entry and great communication with the manager. I Highly recommend this convenient location and darling cottage for your Balboa vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021