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Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Balboa Pier
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Fashion Island
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Corona del Mar State Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island

Beautiful, light-filled Balboa Island apartment available for short-term or monthly stays.

- - PLEASE READ OUR RESERVATION RESTRICTIONS - -

We do not book stays of less than five nights more than 15 days in advance. We are currently booking through August 2025. Minimum stay requirement: two nights.

This one bedroom, one bath apartment is approximately 550 square feet in size and features a second "mini-room" with a built-in twin bed (167" long x 37" wide with built-in twin bed). Wonderfully light and open, it is located just five homes in from South Bayfront and Newport Harbor, and just one block to the island's shops and restaurants. Sophisticated but cozy décor with slip-covered sofa and chairs, natural wood pieces and pretty artwork. Located behind the main house, it has no common, living-space walls with the front house. Upgrades include: beautiful Caeserstone countertops in kitchen and bathroom; all new bathroom with white-tiled shower; outdoor deck with patio furniture and umbrella; private washer and dryer; one queen bed, one twin bed; den with open beamed ceiling. Full kitchen with dishwasher, newer gas range, refrigerator, all small appliances and cookware. Freshly painted white walls; new hardwood laminate floors in bedroom and mini-room; tile everywhere else.

A perfect getaway for a few nights or a week, or for interim housing.

Dear Guests - because of the patio's close proximity with the front house's master bedroom windows, we ask that you not play music or have late-night conversation on the patio.

A few things to note:

- Once you've booked the apartment, we will ask you to send us a copy of each adult's driver's license who will be staying at the property and for you to sign our Short-term Lodging Agreement. These are requirements by the city of Newport Beach.

- For stays longer than one week, we may require a completed rental application and reserve the right to run credit.

- During the summer, we prefer to rent for a minimum of five nights.

- On-site parking is not available. Street parking only.

Supplies Provided: three rolls of toilet paper, one roll of paper towels, beach towels, all lines and bath towels. Basic condiments in kitchen.

City of Newport Beach Lodging Permit #UTOT0562

Property manager

Sharon

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pet fee $75. Because of the close proximity to neighbors on Balboa Island, we accept only quiet pets and may require traveler's insurance.

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 SLP13192

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this apartment is near theme parks. Newport Pier and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bren Events Center or Festival Amphitheatre. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Balboa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Immensely Charming Apartment on Balboa Island located?

Located in Balboa Island, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another lovely stay! This was our family’s third time staying at Sharon’s place and we hope to be back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright space, comfortable queen bed, very clean and well appointed. Nice small private deck. Great location close to shops and restaurants on Marine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry C.

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

Magical Balboa Island get away

Love Sharons apartment just up the street from all the great shops and restaurants. Clean & neat. The espresso pods in morning was a treat. thanks Gerry & Laurelle Scottsdale Arizona
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal L.

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

Awesome!!

Sharon was great! She made it a point to communicate with us while she was on vacation and answered all of our question. The property was fantastic. Great location and near all the restaurants and shops. The place was very comfortable for my wife and son.Thanks again Sharon for making our stay fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Outstanding Apartment on Balboa Island

I highly recommend. Very clean and maintained. Great patio. Outstanding location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was perfect for my husband and I. Sharon, the host was wonderful. She made sure our stay was on point. Communication was always on time(Sharon, not me lol)The unit was ready for us when we got there and she made sure we found it and were making ourselves at home. Kitchen had everything you could possibly need and more. The corner market was a great place to get quick breakfast or snacks. They seemed to be fully stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Wonderful apartment

This is a wonderful apartment to stay in. It is well maintained and very clean. The outside patio is wonderful in the evenings! The location is ideal. Very close to Marine Ave. where there is great food and shopping.I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D., East Wenatchee

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

Great location and accomodations

Sharon is a wonderful host and the unit is very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Perfect location

The apartment was clean and comfortable throughout our stay. We felt safe and the convenient location was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri T.

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

Perfect place to stay on Balboa Island

We had a fantastic stay. The place was perfect for us. We loved the location, it was very clean, nice size, full kitchen, great patio and the fans were awesome and had all that was needed. Sharon was quick to answer any questions and very accommodating. Once we arrived we parked our car and only moved it for the street cleaning once. We brought our beach cruisers and used them for all of our transportation. We would take the fairy across in the morning and rode everywhere. The island has nice restaurants and of course a balboa bar is a must. We walked down main street and rented paddle board and paddled around the island. It was beautiful. We would recommend staying at Sharons. We loved it and we’ll be back. Thank you Sharon for making our trip amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Great Apartment on Balboa Island

My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at this apartment. It was close to downtown, very clean, had everything we needed in the kitchen and plenty of space to relax. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Great ambience

Good location and everything walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kerri s.

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

Perfect in every way!

Property is adorable, awesome location and the host couldn’t have been more delightful! Thank you so much Sharon for making my mom’s visit so memorable. We both had an amazing time and will definitely be returning! I highly recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Who Needs Martha’s Vineyard?

Just a great location to walk from, visit nearby city highlights, rent an electric boat, or relax on the patio. The high ceilings and coffee ready to go were appreciated. Owner is great to work with. We can’t wait to get back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Tidy

Great location on Balboa Island, close to beach and town. Owner was communicative and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Great location.

Great location. Very clean. Owner good communication.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn S., Sedona, AZ

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

The Beach

Everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Charming stay on Balboa Island

Nice apartment..perfect for 2 plus a little one…second floor walk up so not good for anyone with mobility concerns - apartment patio deck is right next to master of the front house…so we had to really be quiet when talking out there…kitchen very well equipped…perfect location on the island….overall great stay! Would stay again…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tom N.

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

Balboa Island Experience

We really enjoyed our Balboa Island experience. The apartment location was excellent and the supplies provided were also good but our main problem was that there was no hot water for a large part of our stay which greatly impacted our experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine V.

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

Location

Perfect location. Cute little apartment above garage. Perfect for a weekend getaway or longer. Has all
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis F.

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

Great experience!!

Convenient, comfortable, well equipped. Great outdoor space. Small details noted made such a difference. We travel to Balboa Island frequently and will definitely be back to this lovely place. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Cozy, homey, lovely!

Sharon's little cottage is both immaculate and welcoming., offering everything needed for a super comfortable stay. Situated just seconds from the water and the charming main street, it is tucked away from the street in a quiet, private setting. I hope to return again... and again! It's simply perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve T., Knoxville TN

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

Wonderful apartment, great location

Our visit on Balboa Island could not have been better. Sharon was a wonderful host, making us feel welcome on arrival. The apartment is perfect for a couple, very private and has everything you would need. The location was best on the island, right up the street from all the shops and restaurants but far enough away to be quiet. Parking was easy too. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Perfect Stay on Balboa

This was a perfect place for our friends who were visiting from France. They loved staying near the shops and restaurants and the small-town feel that Balboa Island provides. The unit was delightful and comfortable. Sharon did a fantastic job of making sure that everything was in place - and followed up during the stay. We will definitely look for this unit next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great location in Balboa

The location is perfect in Balboa Island with easy access to the everything on Marine Avenue or the ferry to get across the water. The apartment was perfect size with accommodations for a family of 3. The layout is very open and has a great ocean breeze from all the windows. You can hear the neighbors next door if they talk loud, but it that wasn’t bad. All in all, it was a great location and stay. Sharon responded instantly with trying to help us get parking situated. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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