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Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub
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9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Newport Beach, CA
- Place, Balboa Beach2 min walk
- Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches2 min walk
- Place, Newport Beach Pier18 min walk
- Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Ensuite Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub
Welcome to Sand Castle! Located on the stunning Balboa Peninsula, this rustic beach home is as cute as it is accommodating, allowing you to experience the true coastal lifestyle of Newport. Warm neutral tones, vaulted ceilings, and large windows that welcome the California sun allow guests to enjoy a sunny, laid-back ambiance that matches the coastal lifestyle. The backyard is the perfect spot to settle down (or turn up!) after a day on the beach just blocks away – a hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor bar will elevate any happy hour or sunset soiree. So grab a drink, grab your friend, and get your vacay started!
Nearby Attractions: Balboa Peninsula, Fashion Island Shopping, Balboa Surf 7 Style (Rent Bikes and Paddleboards), The Market (try the Reuben Sandwich!), Balboa Fun Park, Corona Del Mar Beach, Whale Watching, Newport Pier, Gondola Adventures.
Surf’s up! This coastal city has the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast and is known for its amazing beaches, parks, restaurants, and outdoor shopping centers. The living is easy here and it often includes bike rides along the boardwalk and watching pros surf some of the biggest swells in Southern California at The Wedge. Take the ferry to Balboa Island for the best seafood in the area and to ride the historic Ferris wheel at everyone’s favorite old-school amusement park.
Experience Newport Beach, AvantStay Style.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Home Truths:
- This is a two-story home with a staircase connecting the lower and upper floors.
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- The fireplaces are not available for guest use.
- Please note that the jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom currently only functions as a bathtub as the jets do not work.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- Please note, this home is not located directly on the sand; it is one block away.
- The front yard furniture has been recently replaced with new seating. Please note that the seating will be slightly different from what is shown in the listing photos.
Parking Details:
Garage fits 2 small cars or 1 medium/large car.
Street parking.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King w/ twin trundle & En-suite
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / Queen bed
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All guest stays in Newport Beach subject to the city's 10% Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT).
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Newport Beach Permit #SLP_13090
Nearby Attractions: Balboa Peninsula, Fashion Island Shopping, Balboa Surf 7 Style (Rent Bikes and Paddleboards), The Market (try the Reuben Sandwich!), Balboa Fun Park, Corona Del Mar Beach, Whale Watching, Newport Pier, Gondola Adventures.
Surf’s up! This coastal city has the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast and is known for its amazing beaches, parks, restaurants, and outdoor shopping centers. The living is easy here and it often includes bike rides along the boardwalk and watching pros surf some of the biggest swells in Southern California at The Wedge. Take the ferry to Balboa Island for the best seafood in the area and to ride the historic Ferris wheel at everyone’s favorite old-school amusement park.
Experience Newport Beach, AvantStay Style.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Home Truths:
- This is a two-story home with a staircase connecting the lower and upper floors.
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- The fireplaces are not available for guest use.
- Please note that the jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom currently only functions as a bathtub as the jets do not work.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- Please note, this home is not located directly on the sand; it is one block away.
- The front yard furniture has been recently replaced with new seating. Please note that the seating will be slightly different from what is shown in the listing photos.
Parking Details:
Garage fits 2 small cars or 1 medium/large car.
Street parking.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.
---
The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King w/ twin trundle & En-suite
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / Queen bed
---
All guest stays in Newport Beach subject to the city's 10% Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT).
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Newport Beach Permit #SLP_13090
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number SLP13090
About the area
Newport Beach
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport 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.
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 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Newport Beach Pier - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Balboa Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Baja Sharkeez - 17 min walk
- Stag Bar + Kitchen - 19 min walk
- 7-Eleven - 16 min walk
- Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
17 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lexia B.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find!
Lexia B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bev H.
18 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our big family! We loved the location to the beach!
Bev H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Katie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tim P.
17 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Vacation
Tim P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Daphna F.
30 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, spacey, close to the beach
Daphna F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike M.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Mike M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
gerri b.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
gerri b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Astrid H.
14 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach vacation
Astrid H.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott L.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Scott L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin A.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Benjamin A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liane D.
10 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Liane D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacey R.
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun girls weekend
Stacey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Lisa P.
21 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach getaway
Lisa P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
JALYNNE C.
30 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect location to both sides, the beach and marina. The place is very clean. T
JALYNNE C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin G.
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home in a great location!
Erin G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
susan g.
14 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful home in a great area.
susan g.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cyree C.
16 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
Cyree C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kasey H.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house!
Kasey H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly H.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Newport Beach Family Vacation
Kimberly H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Mindy D.
6 April 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family vacation in Newport Beach
Mindy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
6/10 Okay
Deanne F.
30 August 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
In need of TLC
Deanne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Cary J.
20 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday get away
Cary J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Pat O.
23 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Wonderful house near beach
Pat O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
josh m.
6 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
josh m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by AvantStay
At AvantStay, we pride ourselves on our guest experience. We do the trip planning - so you can spend more time on vacation. With 24/7 customer support, a dedicated concierge, and tech-enabled touchpoints from the moment you book to an easy and seamless check-out, we make your experience as carefree as you could possibly want it to be. AvantStay features 500 homes in 30+ destinations and is growing quickly. For any questions about your next trip, please don't hesitate to reach out directly and we'd be more than happy to help your vacation come true.
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