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Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Balboa Beach
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens

Step into relaxation along the Grand Canal at the Center of the Island! Sunny and spacious home on the water with beach access, private dock and private roof patio. Home has modern appliances, new bbq, washer and dryer, as well as cookware, dinnerware, linens two bath tubs and a patio with fire pit in the front of the Home. Each bedroom includes private bath with shower and 2 have bath tubs. Master BR has private patio with great views of the water.Beds are very comfortable and outdoor patio is great for breakfast next to the water. In the Garage we have an EV charger as well. Experienced and friendly property management with many positive reviews. Thanks for viewing our Home! License SL10139

3 full bedrooms with attached full bathrooms. WiFi speeds of up 1 Gigabit in most of the Home. Lots of sunlight and amenities including kayaks and 2 bikes. Beach wagon, beach towels, and chairs if desired. Ground floor bedroom is easily accessible for elderly persons.

Large garage provides easy parking.

Private dock, roof patio and water access provides additional serenity and quiet. Sunrise, moon rise and sunset views!

Whole house. (Please note: there is one back unit above the garage that has a separate entrance and one long-term lease tenant).

We have a welcome note with all the necessary info, and are available by phone or text for instant communication throughout your Stay. Property manager nearby if-needed as well!

Steps from the Beach. Easy access to the Fun Zone, Fashion Island, Crystal Cove, and other Newport Beach attractions

Being on the Island is another unique point. Lots of things to do within walking distance as well!

We have 2 bikes and 2 kayaks which can be used.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
It helps our crew a LOT if you could please start one load of towels before leaving, thank you!
Trash cans for the Home are just outside and to the right of the garage when you leave the garage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number SLP10135
Property # 3633587
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Newport Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Balboa Island, 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 Crystal Cove State Park. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also worth visiting.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Newport Dune - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Balboa Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$1,020, 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 Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large home at Center of Island, water views, garage, fire pit, dock, AC, linens located?

Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pavilion. Balboa Pier and Newport Dune are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

avery n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic host and home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location. Such a nice and relaxing getaway with the dogs and the babies. 10 out of 10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Caryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the best time! Everything was laid out beautifully and easy for a group. Thank you so much for a great family time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! We were in town for a family wedding and Balboa Island is a great to stay. We were right on the canal. The main street, and Island were very walkable! Greg and his dad were amazing hosts! The house had tons of room, everything we needed! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Would definitely stay here again!

Loved everything about the overall stay here. Relaxing, beautiful, and walking distance to restaurants and shops. Property manager top notch, all communication was timely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Grand canal

Perfect location great host! We had the best time!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loralee B.

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

Awesome place to stay

Place was clean and owner was great to work with
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
We appreciate your taking the time to share this feedback. Please come again and please enjoy the rest of your Summer! Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malone L.

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

Loved the location & perfect for a group

We stayed here as a group of friends for a long weekend and the house was perfect! Amazing location, so close to everything on balboa and great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

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

Great Location and Great Host

Plenty of room and right on the canal.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholette C.

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

Great Girls Getaway!

Overall a great property for a girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Balboa with family

Very nice house and a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Great location on the island

We rented this house for our spring break. The location can be beat right on Gran Canal and close to Marine Avenue. Communication and check-in was fantastic throughout the whole stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

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

Great location

Great location for little family getaway! Has all you need for a Balboa Island experience you will enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is better than advertised. The location is really great, just a few minute walk to everything. Property was very clean, plenty of space and had everything we needed. Our host Greg is really good to work with, easy to communicate with helpful thought out. I do recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Great location

Perfect for girls weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

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

Lovely spot

We had a wonderful weekend stay as a family. We loved walking around the island, shopping, and getting an amazing cinnamon roll from the local bakery. Our family would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANITA “Polly” C.

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

Great Stay!

My family had a great stay in this property. The owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2022
Thank you for taking time to review this Stay. You have an AMAZING family! Glad to hear that everything went smoothly. Welcome back anytime for your future holiday. Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kacy K.

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

Family Holiday

We had a comfortable stay in an amazing location. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean, and we were easily able to enjoy all of the holiday festivities within a short walk from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Holiday Stay

Great location, great communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

mother/daughter stay

Nice property. Great location. Comfy beds. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Balboa Island Family Getaway

Our family had a terrific stay on Balboa Island. The home location was perfect. Our young grandkids had the time of their lives!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun. So clean and modern. Has everything you need in the kitchen. Kayaks were fun too. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Such a great stay!

Beautiful house. Perfect location and super host. We’ll definitely stay again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
You all are terrific. Really nice meeting you and we enjoyed hosting your Stay. So glad it was a success!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Great experience

Excellent host, beautiful home, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Thank you for taking time to review your Stay. Glad it was a great experience! We really enjoyed getting the opportunity to host your event and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Balboa Island Family Vacation

Great House for relaxing and great walking paths.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Nancy, you are amazing. We all REALLY enjoyed hosting your Stay and hope to see you again next year! Thanks for taking the time to write this wonderful review too.

About the host

Hosted by Grand Canal Rentals

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We have been HomeAway members since 2011.

Why they chose this property

Our family LOVES Southern California, and all the great things to do here! We have owned this home for over 20 years, and it has been passed from one generation to the next. Balboa Island is a very special place and we are sure you will enjoy it!

What makes this property unique

With large skylights in the Master Bedroom and upstairs hallway, comfortable dining area, roof deck, private dock with a small beach area, and a living room and patio alongside the water, we knew this was the property on the Island that we wanted to own. Superb location with lots of morning sunshine in the bedrooms and a short walk to the downtown and harbor and beach areas as well.

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