A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Balboa Pier
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
On beach
Balcony
Barbecue
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Internet
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Newport Beach, CA
Balboa Beach
Place, Balboa Beach
2 min walk
Balboa Peninsula Beaches
Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
2 min walk
Balboa Pier
Place, Balboa Pier
17 min walk
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Hallway Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach
This charming historic upstairs retreat has been thoughtfully outfitted to comfortably accommodate couples or small families. Here, the past meets the present with a wonderful blend of vintage character and cozy comfort; even the original milk bottle delivery door remains as a charming feature of the mini kitchen. While intimate in scale, each room has been carefully prepared with thoughtful details, and the home has been refreshed with updated flooring throughout, adding a clean, modern touch.
OUTDOOR SPACES: Private rear deck with a round dining table for four, market umbrella, and propane BBQ grill, perfect for outdoor meals. An outdoor shower is conveniently tucked beneath the stairway.
LIVING, DINING, & KITCHEN: A comfortable leather sofa with additional side seating and cable TV anchors the living space, while full-length picture windows frame stunning views of Newport Harbor. A modern glass dining table with seating for six completes the area.
The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, and bakeware. Major appliances include a brand-new stainless steel 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 - 4 low-profile beach chairs - Hair dryer, iron, and ironing board - Heating throughout
HOME FEATURES: No Air Conditioning: Like most homes in our moderate coastal climate, this property does not have air conditioning. Ceiling and tower fans are provided for your comfort.
Laundry: A shared washer and dryer are located in the garage, with complimentary laundry supplies provided.
Parking: One parking space in the shared double garage, which can accommodate a small to mid-size vehicle (no SUVs). General neighborhood street parking can also be utilized, both metered and non-metered.
YOUR SPACE: Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire upper residence. This includes all interior spaces and the private rear deck.
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.
NEWPORT BEACH REGULATIONS: This neighborhood is primarily residential and known for its peaceful, quiet atmosphere. Guests are expected to respect the community and comply with all Newport Beach Municipal Codes, including regulations regarding noise, maximum occupancy, parking, and other applicable requirements. Failure to do so may result in fines and/or eviction without a refund.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE: 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.
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. This property may only be booked by a guest aged 25 or older.
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 #SLP12438
Perfectly positioned between the lively hubs of Newport Beach’s two piers, this central stretch of the Balboa Peninsula offers one of the most convenient and activity-filled settings on the coast. With the beach in one direction and Newport Harbor in the other, guests can easily move between wide sandy beaches, bayfront recreation, local restaurants and shops, and other classic coastal attractions.
Stroll the boardwalk between the piers, enjoy a surf session, or head toward the harbor side of the peninsula for boat rentals, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing excursions, whale-watching tours, and trips to Catalina Island. Leave the car behind and explore local favorites such as Marina Park, the waterfront Lighthouse Café, the historic Dory Fleet Fish Market, Balboa Village, the Balboa Fun Zone, and the Balboa Island Ferry, all within easy walking or biking distance.
For additional shopping and dining, Lido Marina Village and Fashion Island are just a short drive away, offering everything from harborfront restaurants and local boutiques to luxury retailers and upscale dining.
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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
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 in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the 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 Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Observatory. 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 mountain biking nearby.
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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Newport Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Orange Station - 22 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
7-Eleven - 19 min walk
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - 6 min drive
Harborside Restaurant & Grand - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach on 20 September 2026 start from NZ$1,536, 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.
How much is parking at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Bay View Retreat on a Quiet Block on the Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula condo building 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
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location with a great view! We brought our bikes and never used our vehicle the entire 4 days we were there. When we were not out and about, the rental was a great place to relax. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you for your comments, Mike. We're glad you enjoyed the great location and view! Riding bikes and leaving your vehicle parked is an ideal beach vacation. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again one day. Kind regards, BVR
Beds were not great, very loud and frame was very wobbly. No air conditioning and one portable fan did not work so during Newport’s heat wave it was pretty uncomfortable. Did see 3 roaches and the bathroom is very cramped. Not comfortable to use at all. Show curtain was too short and flooded the bathroom with every shower. Will not be a repeat visitor to this property. However location is very nice. 3 out of 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Thank you for your comments. We're glad you enjoyed the home's nice location. Thank you for informing us about the issues you encountered. We're sorry the fan was not working during the heat wave and understand how uncomfortable that must have been. Had we known, our team would have replaced it during your stay. Our operations team will inspect the wobbly bed frame, as well as address the shower curtain. We will also have the home treated for pests. The safety and comfort of our guests are important to us, so should you stay with us in the future, please let us know about any issues during your stay so we can address them promptly. We hope to have a future opportunity to host you again. Kind regards, BVR
Excellent location, very clean and cozy home. Great service as Any issues were resolved immediately. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 December 2025
Thank you for your comments, Jim. We agree that the location is excellent, and we’re glad you found the home clean and cozy. It’s great to hear that any issues were resolved immediately and that you really enjoyed your stay. It was our pleasure to host you, and we would be happy to welcome you back on your next Newport Beach vacation. Kind regards, BVR
A remote control for the garage would have been nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Mahalo for your comments, Michael. We're glad you had a good stay. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comment with our operations team for review. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
I booked this for a month while out in the area for work. It was so nice to come home at the end of the day to the beautiful view of the bay. My favorite was sitting in the recliner by the huge bay window watching the rowers and little sail boats. Conveniently located to the beach and great food. Very responsive to questions.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 February 2026
Thank you for your comments, Gwen. How wonderful to come 'home' at the end of your work day to the beautiful view of the bay. Such a lovely and relaxing experience watching the rowers and little sail boats go by. We're happy you enjoyed the convenient location to the beach and local area, and that the team was very responsive to your questions. It was our pleasure to have you as our guest, and we would love to host you when you're next in the area. Kind regards, BVR
We're so glad to hear it, Anthony! Thank you for your kind words and for being such terrific guests. It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to next time.
Our best,
Beachview Realty
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Jana R.
25 August 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
This listing could not have been further from the photos and the reviews. The place was extremely old and crusty. The couch looked like a cat scratched all over it. The bathroom was so small and dingy. The beds felt like water beds… so uncomfortable. The worst part of all was the fact that there was NO AC. I would have never booked this had I paid more attention to this part of the listing. We got there and it was a cloud of heat. Even after opening the windows and running fans, it didn’t get better. I complained to Beach View Rentals and they said we could rent fans, which is so absurd considering we paid 1500 for 2 nights here. Thank god we weren’t there very much because we wanted to leave the very next day and go somewhere else. This was a 0/5 stay and I’d ask for some type of refund but I understand this is a business and it did put roofs over our head during our time there but truly a bummer. Overall it was priced way too high and the worst rental I’ve ever stayed in. The place needs to be majorly updated if they’re going to charge that much and NEEDS AC. You guys also need to let people know there will be others living below us. It was alarming to find someone washing clothes in the garage late at night when we got back home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Thank you for your comments. We’re very sorry the home did not meet your expectations and that you found the furnishings and comfort level disappointing. This is a historic upper residence, and the listing notes both the shared garage laundry and lack of A/C. We understand, however, that encountering activity below the home late at night may have been unexpected and unsettling. We’re also sorry the summer heat made your stay uncomfortable. We regret to hear the couch and beds were uncomfortable, and will have our operations team assess the furnishings and bathroom concerns you described. We appreciate your feedback and are genuinely sorry this was not the Newport Beach experience you had hoped for. Kind regards, BVR
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Debbie M.
8 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pictures were very misleading! Both bathroom (tiny) and Kitchen (also very small) are in need of serious updating. Repainting would also be a plus , perhaps with walls in the color of sage or gray.Only two toilet paper rolls were available. There were no blankets of any kind on the couch or in either bedroom and it got cold at night.When we first arrived it smelled stail and I also had to wash the skillets, plates and glasses before I felt safe they were clean enough to safely use.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you for your comments, Debbie. We’re sorry to hear the home did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding the condition of the property, and we will have our team inspect and assess the home. We hope to have another opportunity to provide you with a more comfortable stay in the future. Kind regards, BVR
Had a wonderful time with family and friends visiting this location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Hello Genevieve! We're thrilled you enjoyed your recent stay with us! We may be a little bias, but there is no place like Newport! It was a pleasure hosting you. We hope to hear from you in the future!
Place as advertised. Great location and awesome view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, and we appreciate the care you took in treating the unit as if it were your own during your stay!
Location is 10/10. The property is showing signs of derred maintenance. More fans would help wit the stuffiness at thr end of the day. I'd stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Thank you for your comments, Brian. We appreciate your 10/10 rating on the property's location! We're sorry that it was stuffy at the end of the day. In the future, please let us know if you need fans as our team would be happy to have some delivered to you. We hope to see you again. Kind regards, BVR
Nice clean place, next to the bay/waterway side, one block away from the ocean side with gorgeous beach and nice waves, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2023
Hello Ed! Thank you so much for taking the time to review us and for being the kind of guest that makes hosting a joy. We hope you had a chance to unwind and create many cherished memories!
Clean, quaint, old Balboa property. Great location, bay view, quiet neighborhood. Close to swimming beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Hi Meghan, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to take advantage of the bayfront beach right in front of the home! It was our pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you again soon!
-Beachview Realty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 March 2024
My family loved that place!
My family loved that place! Thanks and I will return! :)
We loved this intimate Newport Beach gem. The views of the bay were beautiful. There is a private beach across The street that my 6 year old daughter loved playing at. Host had great communication -We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Hello Tabitha! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience during your recent stay in Newport. The bay views and private beach nearby do create a fantastic setting for a memorable stay. Our commitment to clear communication is something we take seriously, and we appreciate your kind words about our team's responsiveness. Thank you for taking the time to review us. We look forward to seeing you in the future!
My wife and I decided to get away to Newport Beach for a few days. We were pleasantly surprised and very happy with how the entire time went, thanks to VRBO and BeChviee rentals. Their emails were on point both before and after the stay. Super easy to understand how to check in and check out. A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you for your comments, Bill ~ We're glad to know that you had such a great experience! It was our pleasure to host you and and we hope to see you again.
Easy check in and out. Very Clean. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2022
Hi Cinthia, we are so happy to know that your end-of-summer trip was a hit! Thank you for the feedback and for being such terrific guests. It was our pleasure hosting you,
Beachview Realty
Small family of five. The nightly rate was very competitive with other rentals. Check in was super easy. Neighborhood was quiet. Having a small kitchen was ideal for us.
We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2022
Hi Daryl, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay in Newport! Thank you for the kind words and for being such terrific guests. We look forward to next time!
-Beachview Realty
This property is within walking distance to so many great amenities - restaurants, beach / boardwalk, Balboa island and a playground on the beach :)
We didn't need to use the car very much, because everything is so close! Neighborhood beach is right across the street from the property.
It was a slam dunk neighborhood and community.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2024
Love these insights, Sean! Thank you for taking the time to share a bit about your trip and for being respectful guests. Come back anytime!
Good upgrade to an old house, quaint and comfortable. The garage, rate, view, and location are really wonderful. Having rented many times on the peninsula over the years its nice to not have to negotiate an alley. It feels like a neighborhood. Glad we chose this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Hello There! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad to hear that your recent stay with us was a great fit and that you enjoyed the location and view. Most of our properties are just steps away from the sand, making the beach easily accessible and offering the perfect getaway for our guests. Should you plan to visit the area again, we would be thrilled to have the opportunity to host you and provide another enjoyable experience!
About the host
Hosted by Beachview Rentals
Beachview Rentals offers premier vacation rental experiences in Newport Beach. Our curated collection of vacation homes lets guests enjoy the best of Southern California’s coastal lifestyle, with accommodations suited to a variety of group sizes and travel styles. We’re passionate about helping visitors make the most of our favorite place on earth. Whether it’s a quick getaway or a long coastal stay, Beachview Rentals delivers exceptional service, thoughtful touches, and the kind of local hospitality that turns vacations into lasting memories.
What makes this property unique
Experience the timeless charm of Newport Beach paired with modern-day comfort in this cozy 2BR/1BA home. Featuring lovely bay views and a relaxed, welcoming feel, the home is perfect for up to 4 guests seeking a peaceful stay. Tucked in a quieter neighborhood, you’ll still enjoy easy access to both the beach and bayfront, offering the best of coastal living.
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests