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Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!

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To access the bayfront beach from the apartment, guests can use the property's side walkway. Note: the apartment itself does not have a bay view.
Our guests love this home's proximity to Newport Beach attractions, but also appreciate its quiet residential street, away from the crowds.
Sliding glass doors open into the main living area of the apartment, which includes leather sofa and side chairs, cable TV, and an open floor plan concept.
If you're looking for a peaceful retreat, we know you'll love this rear upstair apartment, located on a quiet residential street while also walkable to the best attractions in Newport!
Every detail has been nicely appointed, with granite countertops, woodplank flooring, and comfortable furnishings.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!

Our upper rear residence offers a refined coastal retreat for a single guest, couple, or small family, with year-round availability in Newport Beach. This spacious 1BR/1BA features an open-concept living area filled with natural light, complemented by granite countertops, wood-plank flooring, and comfortable furnishings. Just 100 feet away, 9th Street Bay Beach invites effortless days by the water, from swimming to paddleboarding. While the home itself is tucked away without direct views, a short stroll reveals serene bay scenery with sailboats, yachts, and distant mountain backdrops.

LIVING & DINING AREAS:
Open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area featuring a leather sofa, two matching armchairs, and a streaming TV. A wall heater adds comfort, while sliding glass doors open to a spiral staircase leading down to the rear patio. Enjoy your meals at the dining table with ample seating for six.

BEDROOM:
- Primary Bedroom: Queen-size bed, with streaming cable TV, and a large walk-in closet with built-in storage

BATHROOM:
- Hallway Bathroom: Step-in shower and wall heater for comfort

OUTDOOR SPACES:
The rear patio is a shared space with the lower residence, featuring an outdoor dining table, seating, and an infrared BBQ grill. A sidewalk along the home provides direct access to Bay Beach just across Bay Avenue.

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
- 2 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 1BR/1BA residence. The lower 3BR/2BA residence is not included in this listing, but can be rented simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger groups. See separate listing or contact our office for more details. The front patio is exclusively for the lower residence, and the rear patio is a shared space for both residences.

Street-view photos include the front of the house for location context and arrival guidance only; it is not part of this offering. This area also includes the sidewalk leading to the upper residence’s private entry stairs. The upper residence does not offer bay views, but guests can access the bay and beach via the front walkway just steps away.

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 fans are provided throughout 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.

Extra Sleeping: To accommodate the maximum occupancy, two twin trifold floor mats (best suited for children) are provided. Twin rollaway beds can be rented instead of the mats by making advance arrangements with our office.

Laundry: A shared washer and dryer are located in the garage utility room. Please note that guests must provide their own laundry supplies.

Parking: There is no designated parking for this unit, but street parking, both metered and unmetered, is available.

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

Permit #SLP12996

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

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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 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
Property Registration Number SLP12996

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza 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. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Kayaking 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 - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Pier - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Newport Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!?

As of 19 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots! on 12 Jun, 2026 start from S$427, 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.

What time is check-in at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots! located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home 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

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2025
Thank you for your comments, Rebecca. We're glad you appreciated the great location, and found the home very clean. We hope to see you again! Kind regards, BVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

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

Great stay!

Great stay!
Stayed 92 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your comment, Mark. Glad to know you had an excellent stay. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. This may be listed, but we were surprised to have to walk along the side of the house to get to a spiral staircase to get to the unit. Dimnly lit & a little awkward to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your comments, Chris. While we're glad to hear you found this home to be a nice place, we're sorry that it was awkward to find. The listing does state that it is a rear unit, and the entrance to the home and access to the beach is via the side walkway. We hope that overall you had a great Newport Beach vacation, and we hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Great location

Great location and quite
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec, 2023
So glad to hear it! Thank you for being wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

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

Nice, private place

Place was clean, and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great place to stay

Nice unit for a great price! Very spacious and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Hello Brian! Thank you for taking the time to provide your insights. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that we met your expectations. We try our best to provide an experience we would enjoy ourselves with our own families. Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences and we hope to hear from you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Vacation rental

Very nice place I would stay there agu
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2023
Thank you for the shoutout, Bob, and thank you for taking care of the unit as if it were your own!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Enjoyed the stay. Nice “home” feel to it.

Enjoyed
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2023
We're so glad to hear it, Lisa! It was a pleasure hosting you in our home. Come back any time! -Beachview Realty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

petra d.

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

Short trip

We would definitely rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr, 2024
So glad to hear it 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

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

Charming, quiet beach location

Wonderful! Safe, quiet place, steps from the bay and a block from the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed it, and a good value too.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2024
So glad to hear it, Cathy! Thank you for being a wonderful guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great visit

The property is a great spot for a small family. Easy access to the beach and marina. Parking is crazy, but if you rent bikes, it is super easy to get around. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Hello Amy! We're delighted to hear your recent stay with us was a great fit for your family and that you enjoyed the convenient location to the beach! We also appreciate your patience regarding the parking. We know it can be a little tricky sometimes, but the dazzling beach is so worth it! Thanks for taking the time to review us. It was a pleasure hosting you!
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Can't beat being on the sand in Balboa Peninsula. We've spent family vacations in Newport for 12 years at another place and this is our new favorite.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Venice J.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Property is very old need lots of renovations Old furniture you sink in the couches old mattress and pillows old smelly carpet and rugWrong description on the website it indicated it’s on the beach and the bayUnit is in the back no view at allWith narrow and spiral stairs to the 2nd FLTerrible it shouldn’t be rented it should be gutted with more accurate description
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your comments, Venice. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your stay fell short of expectations. We truly regret you were disappointed, but the website information is accurate and states that this is a rear upstairs unit and does not have a view of the Bay. We appreciate your feedback on the carpet and furniture and will share your comments with our operations team so they can inspect these issues. We hope that overall you still enjoyed your vacation and we wish you all the best with your future travels. Kind regards, BVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha A.

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

Nice & Beautiful

Pros -Appliances are easy to use - Quite area -Right next to the beach Cons -Shower pressure is low You sink into the couches
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2023
Thank you Natasha!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian V.

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

Excellent

Very nice place, pretty, clean, quiet, good service. 100% recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellee P.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

We booked this house very last minute and for our family of 4 it was a perfect spot. It’s about a 15 minute walk in either direction to get to the main hustle and bustle of Newport and/or Balboa. Very clean, easy checkin and out. I would stay again l! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2023
It was our pleasure hosting you, Kellee! Thank you for the fabulous feedback and for being such terrific guests. We hope to see you all again soon! -Beachview Realty
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura N.

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

Definitely felt welcome!

We definitely felt welcome. Our stay was good and cozy. Everything was clean with basic essentials. Walking distance from the beach was great! But I do recommend a wall AC unit. We had all the windows open and ceiling fans on during the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2024
Hello Laura, we're happy to hear that you felt welcome and enjoyed your cozy stay in Newport. If you plan to visit again, feel free to contact us directly. Our team would be happy to assist you in finding your ideal rental. It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Perfect stay for Getaway

The home was conveniently located close enough to the beach, yet away from the chaos. The check-in/out process was quick and easy and the staff was awesome to work with. We had no issues with parking. However, I can see that it could be troublesome in the busy season. Overall, a great place to stay!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2022
Hi Megan, we're so glad to know you enjoyed your stay! And we 100% agree that this home is perfectly situated for convenience, but also for peace and quiet. Thank you for being terrific guests. You all are welcome back any time! -Beachview Realty
Verified

8/10 Good

Lalitha M.

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

Great location, price.

Perfect for 2 people. Would have liked a dishwasher with the unit to ensure cleanliness and sanitizations of the dishes used. Had some issues with the alarms but those were promptly addressed by the property management.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2021
Hi Lalitha, Thank you so much for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed this home and its surrounding location! We apologize for the hiccup with alarms, and hope that wasn't too much of an inconvenience on your trip. It was our pleasure to host you. Please feel free to reach out as you're planning your next Newport getaway and we will gladly point out other homes that include the amenities you're looking for! Our best, -Beachview Realty
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10/10 Excellent

I had a wonderful time

My family and I had a wonderful time staying 9 days on the Bay side with a gorgeous view of the harbor. Our only issue was a burned out lightbulb that we couldn't reach, which was replaced within hours of our notification. This was our first rental with Beachview but certainly not our last.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Really enjoy the location and one of the cleanest rentals we’ve ever stayed in.

Only disappointment was the pictures show a balcony which I believe is misleading, no access to it. The rental office said the picture was just to show their rental sign, still believe it’s misleading considering the view of the marina is across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
We appreciate Paula's comments about this wonderful and peaceful property. We apologize for any confusion regarding the property's configuration....we did not intend to mislead folks at all. (see note) (NOTE: the street-view photos of the property show the front main house, which is not included in this rear unit's accommodations; the photo is intended to provide the context of its location and for property identification purposes for arriving guests. It is also the location for the side walkway used to access the rear unit's entry stairs and door. There is no bay view from the rear unit. Guests must use side walkway to the front of the property to view or access the bay and bay beach.) This information is also posted on the property's listing description..... Beachview Realty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

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

Wonderful!

Everything was perfect except the Wi-Fi didn’t work that well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2022
Hi Allison, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for informing us about the weak wifi - we will look into that right away. And thank you, too, for being terrific guests. It was our pleasure hosting you! -Beachview Realty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

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

Awesome Little Rental with Great Vibes!

Rental was clean, plenty of space for up to 4 people. Location was superb for all beach related activities. Only SMALL complaints I have if you’d even call them complaints is that being at the mercy of street parking was slightly inconvenient but only once or twice (just walk or bike places and save the trouble) and the bed is quite dated and I really believe should be upgraded to a King size. All in all the rest of the experience was superb, so happy we got to stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
It was our pleasure hosting you, Justin! Thank you for the kind words and feedback. For folks looking to book, please note that this apartment does not include parking, which can be tricky to find when staying on the peninsula during the summer months. Our recommendation is the same as Justin's: park your car and then spend the rest of vacation on foot or bike (there's tons of things to do, eat, and see close by your rental!). Thanks in advance for considering these details before booking! Our best, Beachview Realty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Quality Interior. Nicely supplied. Great Value.

This unit is very nice inside feeling more like it is furnished to be someone's nice beach home rather than a rental. Access is from the back alley but the alley is very clean. We parked right by the gate to unload/load and then found street parking nearby. Access to the bay-side beach is a one-minute walk. Access to the ocean-side is just five minutes. We would stay hear again. We we arrived it felt and looked VERY clean inside, certainly good with the pandemic ongoing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2020
Hello Dan, We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your review! It was wonderful to host you. We hope to do it again soon! Thank you, Beachview Realty

About the host

Hosted by Beachview Rentals

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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

This rear upstairs 1BR/1BA residence comfortably accommodates up to 4 guests and offers an ideal home base for experiencing Newport Beach and the Balboa Peninsula. Just steps away, you’ll find a beautiful bayfront stretch of Newport Harbor, perfect for relaxing or taking in the view.

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