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Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front

Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Overview of Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationFashion Island4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBalboa Pier5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCorona del Mar State Beach13 min drive
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front


This is the downstairs unit of a two story duplex. There is an option to rent both and have a 5 bedroom property which sleeps up to 12 using sleeper sofa(sleeper linens will need to be requested prior to stay). Can be connected via interior door.

The lower unit is 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms plus a full size sleeper sofa (this is not your Grandma's sofa bed!) The home includes a newer kitchen (granite counter tops), Smart TV, Wi-Fi, Air Conditioning in main room and just about everything else needed to feel at home. The primary bedroom has a king size bed with an en-suite bathroom and TV. The secondary bedroom includes 2 twin beds. Both rooms have very large closets offering plenty of space to store suitcases and other gear.

The flooring is tile and porcelain wood-like tile throughout. There is an interior full size washer/dryer as well. This is an ideal rental for young families because we are so close to the sand that it is easy to retrieve your sunscreen, sand toys or snacks. The garage has beach toys and chairs though some disappear and new often added, we never know what will be there at any given time. A very large and inviting patio is directly off of the open living, dining and kitchen area. An exceptional place to relax and people watch or close your eyes and drift away. The patio also has an automatic awning for those who want to be protected from the sun. There are additional folding chairs and tables .in the bedroom closets. Relax and unwind on the quiet end of the Island, a stone's throw from N. Bayfront, the boardwalk, and the sand. Fully equipped kitchen to cook, Weber Grill on the patio(no representaion as to amount of propane in tanks, Ace Hardware not too far), or walk to Balboa Island's quaint downtown restaurants and shops. There is a two car garage with one parking spot reseerved for each unit. We also have 2 bicycles and 2 kayaks that are shared by both units. Please use helmets when biking and vests when kayaking.

Please pay close attention to the no parking signs as they ticket on street sweeping mornings.

e-mail owner for a quote on stays over 30 nights and the 10% tax will be removed. Owner will generate a quote without the tax applied. Must be done prior to finalizing reservation.

Property manager

Sunshine
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Allowed with fee. Pet fee is per pet. 2 max.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Kayaking and bicycles are available under strict rules: if you Kayak wear life jackets and bicyclers wear helmets at all time.
If rules are not adhered to, owners are not liable. Kayaks are to be rinsed and clean on return.
No smoking on the premises, including porch and back area.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number SLP10925

About the area

Newport Beach

This condo is located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, and is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Orange County Great Park. Orange County Fairgrounds and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min drive
  • Newport Dune - 8 min drive
  • Newport Pier - 9 min drive
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 15 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cabo Cantina - 5 min drive
  • Newport Landing Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Bayside Restaurant - 18 min walk
  • Class Of 47 - 4 min drive
  • Balboa Fun Zone Rides - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Relaxing retreat on quiet end of island, four house from North Bay Front located?

Located in Balboa Island, this condo is within 1 mile (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and The Wedge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Newport Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family’s second stay, still wonderful!
Wonderful host and well supplied! We just love the front patio! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Ventura CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Patio!
With a large brick patio and BBQ we just hit the remote awning button and soaked in the island warmth! Great open concept kitchen, eat in space and den type setting that opens up to the patio. Nice TV by the way. We enjoyed walking the island perimeter and jumping on the ferry that was just steps away. Having two convenient full bathrooms was great. Very helpful friendly owners!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa VRBO Review
Great location, parking not really an issue. Lots to see, do, centrally located. Enjoyed our stay, would return
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!!
Great location, 2 doors from the waterfront. Nice front patio w/BBQ, table/chairs. Great amenities. House well furnished and stocked with linens, soaps (bath, laundry, dish) paper products, utensils and Keurig coffee maker. We have stayed in this house several times over 20 years. It was like returning home :).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great floor plan for one or two couples
We loved the location and layout of 1st floor unit but didn't like the noise level. It's been awhile since we have stayed on Balboa Island and forgot or don't remember just how many jet planes fly over each morning and afternoon. Also we were below a family on the 2nd level which added to the noise level, mostly from poor noise proofing of faucets and toilets. Could have given this property 3 stars instead of 4 because of noise but great location and apartment layout.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sunshine

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We are a local family and have enjoyed numerous special occassions on Balboa Island. As the kids and grandkids have grown we have been opening up more dates for rentals. We hope many families will enjoy the magic of Balboa as we have for the past 40 years.

Why they chose this property

The beauty of the island and quaintness of the street made this home an easy decision for our family. Everything important to us is walkable yet away from any island congestion.

What makes this property unique

Our property is located 4 houses in from the north bay at the end of Garnet. There is a public dock one block away. We have 2 kayaks and 2 bicycles that are shared by both units. The small beach at the end of Garnet is a perfect spot to relax and ideal for families with small children, just steps away from the property so it's easy to go back and forth to retrieve the sunblock or a beach pail. It is a short walk to the ferry and a very pleasant walk to Marine Ave. (the main street) to enjoy shopping , dining , Balboa Bars etc. If you want to see some of the local sights (Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, etc) you are definitely centrally located and no more than a 20 minute drive. Also, I must mention that the downstairs unit although smaller than the upstairs unit has a very large patio (by Island standards) that is like having an extra room of outdoor living. It is really nice for people who just want to relax and enjoy the outdoors. We also have an automatic awning for the downstairs patio.

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