A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI

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Entire home

View from kitchen. Large window w/privacy shade. Comfy couch, fan, air cond.

The Beach on 29th Street - one short block away. Clean and calm water.

Living and dining area. Pull out high-end couch. Slip covers washed frequently.

Dishwasher, coffee maker, dishes, and cookware. Custom art by local artist.

Kitchen contains essentials to cook a full meal. Salt, pepper & sugar too.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Newport Beach, CA

Balboa Peninsula Beaches
‪3 min walk‬
Newport Pier
‪10 min walk‬
Hoag Hospital
‪12 min walk‬
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

If you are looking for a clean and upscale vacation living environment with quality furnishings/decor and exceptional hosts, you have found YOUR Newport place. Grab your favorite beach pal and come stay with us. We are within close walking distance to the beach, store, a variety of restaurants/pubs and a host of coastal activities such as paddle boarding, bay cruises, fishing and whale watching. We provide quiet air conditioning, clean upscale grill, Apple Streaming tv, wifi, beach towels/chairs, cooler and umbrella.

Our goal and commitment to you is value and exemplary service; after all, this is what we expect when we travel. This is our second VRBO - sits upstairs, in back of our first (VRBO # 457086) which we have enjoyed renting on VRBO since 2013. Read our impressive reviews! We pride ourselves in providing exceptional service to our guests - personal touches that chain establishments just can't offer. Also, we are on-site to ensure your needs are addressed timely and satisfactorily.

Airy one-bedroom with state-of-the-art air treatment, full kitchen, designer 3/4 bath; stocked with fresh linens, small appliances and everything you need to enjoy the beach such as towels, chairs and umbrella.
Close proximity to all things Newport. A short walk to the beach, market, ATM, dry cleaner, nail shop, pubs and restaurants.

Property manager

Kimberlee Vandenakker

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

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Welcome to our charming little cottage, built in 1921 and renovated in 2013!

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This unit is designed for two adults. Please do not entertain visitors without PRIOR approval from John or Kimberlee, the on-site owners/VRBO Hosts.

We do not permit our guests to have overnight visitors.

No smoking anywhere on the property.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

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 SLP13473

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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 Orange County Great Park. 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/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Newport Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hoag Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Balboa Pier - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Fashion Island - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

Orange Station - 19 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cassidy's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
‪Chihuahua Cerveza - ‬3 min walk
‪Laventina's Big Cheese Pizza - ‬2 min walk
‪Woody's Wharf - ‬6 min walk
‪Malarky's Irish Pub - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Mother’s Beach and Hoag Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

3 Sept, 2024

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

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay. Place is beautiful and very clean. Would love to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina F.

30 Nov, 2024

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

Wonderful all around

Property VERY clean, 100% accurate description, owners very available and helpful, couldn’t recommend more!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

29 Dec, 2024

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

Beach dream

The property was exactly as described. Very comfortable and well appointed. We lacked for nothing. The hosts live on-site and were very helpful and gave excellent recommendations of local restaurants. They ensured we had parking in front of the rental, giving us their spot. John and Kimberlee made the stay even more pleasant. We will definitely stay here in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

12 Aug, 2024

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

Simply fantastic!

Everything was just as advertised- perfect getaway with amazing location!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

BROOKE O.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful property. We had a fantastic time, everything is so walkable and the amenities the hosts provide are so nice! The hosts are so kind and accommodating! This was our second time staying at this property and we highly recommend it!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannonbowers@yahoo.com s.

30 Jun, 2024

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

Perfect Get-Away

Location of the property was perfect! The home was cozy and very comfortable. The owner, John, was responsive and helpful. Looking forward to staying here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

23 Sept, 2024

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

Beautiful condo!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. John and Kimberlee were A+++ super hosts. They added all the little touches that make it feel like home. The condo is furnished with everything you could possibly need. The bed is very comfy. You are literally two blocks from Newport Beach and the beautiful sunsets. Thank you for such a nice stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

28 Aug, 2024

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

Perfect getaway

We had the most amazing time staying here at the cottage, it was perfect for us! The location was so close to the beach and walking distance to many cool places on the pier. The kindness and generosity of the hosts was also so appreciated as they helped us with parking and also greeted us when we arrived. The unit was gorgeous and really fit all our needs. Cant wait to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari E.

13 May, 2024

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

Absolutely Delightful

Such a wonderful, clean, close to everything home. Would highly recommend. And the little succulent garden was a treat to see as we had coffee on the patio. Can’t wait to stay here the next time we are in Newport.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

15 Jul, 2024

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

Great Stay in Newport Beach

Lovely apartment. Nice decor with everything you need, with a few extra touches such as coffee and shampoo etc. John and Kimberlee were very welcoming and couldn't do enough to help us, nothing was too much trouble. Central location, convenient for shops, bars, supermarket and most importantly the beach. Really happy stay, we'll be back. Andrew & Gaynor - from England.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

26 Jun, 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

This property is amazing, just 12 houses from the beach. Location is perfect with a grocery store and restaurants all just walking distance away. The Host John and his wife are amazing, great communication and they go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. The beach chairs and bikes are an amazing touch and make the experience all that much better. You can’t go wrong with this one.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

4 Aug, 2024

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

Awesome!

Great location, very beautiful and quiet place. The attention to detail was amazing. Fully stocked and comfortable. This place does not deserve the 6/10 rating that was given by a previous tenant. This deserves a 10/10 all the way!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

11 Jul, 2022

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

Excellent

The stay was very comfortable and the landlords were fantastic.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

27 Nov, 2023

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

Fantastic Stay

Our stay at this property was really fantastic. John & Kimberlee were excellent hosts and gave us top notch service and made us feel at home. Nothing but great things to say about the overall experience. 5 stars

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dick R.

14 Jun, 2023

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

Great Getaway in Newport Beach

This is a beautifully decorated and extremely clean property that is 1 block from the beach, and easy walking to area bars and restaurants. John and Kimberlee were great hosts and provide bikes, cooler, beach chairs & towels that we took full advantage of and made for a fun beach getaway.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

6 Sept, 2023

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

Wonderful!

Fantastic all around!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

27 Aug, 2023

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

Newport Beach Stay

This property is perhaps the cleanest, well appointed property I’ve ever rented. Owners were friendly and informative. Definitely deserves 5 stars!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

31 May, 2024

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

Lovely

We stayed at this property at the end of a long trip to California with my girlfriend to meet my family, and stayed in Newport Beach for her birthday. Kimberlee and John were wonderful hosts who made the process easy. Impeccably clean and cozy. Fantastic location with a two block walk to the beach and boardwalk. Beach chairs, umbrella and towels available to take with you We would absolutely stay at this property again

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

26 Sept, 2023

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

Beautiful space in a beautiful place!

Kimberlee and John were wonderful hosts and we would definitely stay at their beautiful VRBO again! It was a short walk to the beach, grocery store, restaurants and more! We enjoyed having use of their beach chairs and bikes! This was a great spot to enjoy Newport Beach, Balboa Island and Corona del Mar. And the sunsets were gorgeous!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

17 Sept, 2023

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

Great location and amenities

This is the perfect getaway for couples. Short walk to the beach. They provide beach chairs, umbrella, and bicycles. Kitchen is fully stocked. It's perfect!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B., Granite Bay, California

3 Jul, 2023

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

Beach Escape

This place was perfect for my daughter and I for a quick girls’ trip to the beach! Location was perfection, and the included beach gear made our trip super easy. John and Kimberlee were great hosts and helped immensely with parking! We’ll be back for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

8 Jul, 2023

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

Spotless, central, amazing hosts, charming, spacious, bungalow

John and Kimberlee were amazing hosts. They had great suggestions for activities and dining. Their place was quiet but within walking distance to the beach, grocery store, and restaurants/activities. We really enjoyed riding bikes down the peninsula and to Balboa island.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L., San Francisco

4 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful Newport Cottage

My daughter & I had a wonderful stay in this beautifully decorated cottage. All of the amenities were well thought out and made for a pleasant visit. John & his wife were super nice and very helpful with saving us a parking space out front and providing beach chairs & an umbrella. The location is also super and centrally located to all things in Newport. We look forward to staying again in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benoit S.

11 Aug, 2023

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

Just perfect !

We had a wonderful time and the owners are very generous and kind. The place was beautiful and very clean and the location is really good, very close to the beach and everything you need is a walking distance away. Thank you very much Kim & John !!!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

8 Jun, 2023

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

Great Vacation Rental

House is exactly where you want to be in Newport Beach. Just steps away from ocean and short walking distance to grocery store and restaurants. The hosts are fantastic! Rental is up to date and very comfortable. Especially the bed. I highly recommend this vacation rental!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kimberlee Vandenakker

Owners are on site and here to make your stay everything you expect and more! The property is in the Peter H. Swanberg Trust and has a rich history of romance and family. We are very easy to work with and offer a more personalized experience. Ask and we will see if we can make it happen. We have provided transportation to and from the airport, arranged for flowers and champagne, provided everything from needle and thread to a place for the grooms to hang out while the bride was at the church primping for her big day.

Why they chose this property

Friendly and clean ocean water - and pristine beach within close proximity to everything Newport is known for - relaxed fun in the sun and cool breezes!