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Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C!

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A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and large windows.
A white house with a porch, a white fence, and a small garden with plants and a sofa.
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a clear blue sky.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, and a window with a red brick wall view.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Balboa Pier

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Fun Zone
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Newport Beach

Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park, while Orange County Fair and Events Center and Segerstrom Center for the Arts are popular area attractions. Balboa Fun Zone and Bren Events Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Balboa Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 21 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Balboa Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C!?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C! on 16 April 2027 start from NZ$5,486, 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 Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Balboa Cottage, Newly Updated with A/C! located?

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

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. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cute and comfortable house. It was well stocked with supplies. The location was very convenient for walking all over the island.We will definitely book this cottage again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at this idyllic cottage on beautiful Balboa Island. Steps to the sand, walking path, and the ferry to Balboa Peninsula. The host was very responsive. Highly recommend
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. It was clean and beautifully decorated.Accommodations were perfect. We loved the location. So much to do there
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the home. Cameron was amazing, very responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with. The place itself is beautifully decorated and very functional, with a comfortable layout that worked really well for our stay. It feels thoughtfully put together and was a great base for our time in the area. Perfect locations. The only issue we encountered was that the bedroom windows did not open, and others were missing screens which made it difficult to get fresh air in the home and enjoy the natural climate, but the AC worked great and is really a plus to have! Aside from that, everything else was excellent. Overall, we had a very positive experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay - the unit is so homey and inviting! The beds were very comfortable and the living room and kitchen were a great size! A great value for money - would recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The house and area were so clean and wonderful. Good luck trying to get in contact with the host. After multiple calls/messages to host we never received check in/out instructions, door code etc.. Again, the house was wonderful.I hope no one else has this experience going forward.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Needs a few improvements

Like all of Balboa, this is a multi-million dollar property that charges renters a significant price. Given that, there are a few things about this property that were disappointing. Per the renters guide we were provided, “the garage opener doesn’t always work”. This device broke down completely (not just a dead battery) while we were there. With no alternate access (side door locked), we could not access our car. This caused us to miss an appointment. Since the owners knew it was faulty, why didn’t they replace it? By the owner’s admission (as stated in the renter’s guide), using the TV system as configured is complicated and confusing. Yes, it is - so why don’t the owners resolve this problem for the renter’s convenience. The deck/patio furniture is not acceptable for a Balboa rental unit - including two old plastic chairs and a rusty table. Also the BBQ is an old model with a dirty grill that requires briquettes/matches instead of gas. Also, there is no dishwasher. While these are not major issues, they are inconveniences not expected on a Balboa property. Attention to details like these would make for a better experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thanks for your feedback, we have since fully updated the property throughout upon the change of the unit's ownership including BBQ, garage equipment, HVAC, and interior renovation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible time. Wonderful family vacation
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay on Balboa Island. Easy to relax and enjoy family time. Charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of six loved our stay here! It’s cozy yet big enough for all of us! My teenage twins loved the upstairs room! It’s such a great location steps away from the water and on the same street as the ferry! My boys were able to go fishing right there and caught a whole bunch of fish, including a stingray! We would definitely come back and stay! Thank you for hosting us. It was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! we look forward to having you again :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! House was in a great location close to the ferry
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great extended stay

We stayed here for three weeks over thanksgiving and into the Xmas period. Great space, everything worked as needed. Property manager was very responsive and helpful. We extended a week as we had something else fall through and they were more than helpful! Would stay again!
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family former summer cottage can’t be beat!

This adorable cottage is one of the originals to the island. Completely restored and updated you can’t go wrong with the location, ambiance and all else! Sally’s done an amazing job thinking of everything one might need for their holiday. If you are not familiar with Balboa Island beware it does get crazy crowded in the summer months so parking is always a huge issue during this time, however, this place is walkable to nearly everything you could ask for once you unpack and park in the available one spot garage.. a small family, couple, or just one person like me will feel right at home…..Thanks again!!!
Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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