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Exterior - Front Patio The Best is yet to come
Family Room at Christmas Time!
Family Room - New Slipcover Extra Large Couches for lounging
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Downstairs

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay

Can't beat the location, just steps from the Public Bay.
Remodeled Designer Style. This Original 1930's Beach Cottage is 1450 sq. ft.
Enjoy our new Coastal Décor, which is Extremely Comfortable and Relaxing
Many Designer Details, Not your typical Rental
Cozy enough for a couple but will sleep up to 5 comfortably
Kitchen with New Cabinets & Blue Glass Backsplash with Marble Countertops, and Fully Equipped
Dining Area that Seats 6 with Custom Fabric Chairs and Pretty Dishes to set a beautiful table
Living Room Relaxing with Extra Large Couches, Custom Fabric Pillows and Gas Fireplace
Master is Downstairs and has Comfortable King Bed with Quality Linens
Bath Downstairs has New Cabinets Beautiful Mirrors & Claw Foot Tub with Fluffy Bath Towels
Bedroom 2 Upstairs has Comfortable Queen Bed with Quality Linens
Bedroom 3 Upstairs has Comfortable Twin Bed with Quality Linens
Bath Upstairs has New Vanity & Cabinets with New Shower including Fluffy Bath Towels
Wifi and Cable TV
Outdoor - Afternoon Sun / Exterior Patio with Awning / Beach Chairs & Beach Towels
Garage - For one mid size car / Washer & Dryer
Public Bay Beach is less than 1/2 block away!
Ocean is a Walk to the Ferry and cross over to the Peninsula!
Island is a Beautiful 1.6 miles around with large sidewalks

Permit No: SLP12189

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No 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:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please wash and put away the complementary beach towels. Beach towels that are left unclean and put back in the garage will incur an additional cleaning charge.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Copies At Location: Good Neighbor Policy NB Municipal Codes: 10.28.007 10.28.010 10.28.020 5.95.047 10.66.020 10.58.030 Emergency Contacts

LEFT ITEMS- FEE of $100.00 will apply if unwanted personal items are left to dispose of.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number SLP12189
Property # 887113vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. 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 Huntington Beach Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balboa Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 14 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wilma's Patio Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balboa Island Cottage - Steps To Public Bay located?

Located in Balboa Island, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach 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. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

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

Stay on Balboa

The cottage was beautifully decorated, well appointed and in an ideal location. The check in process was so clear and easy. We loved our stay there and will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M.

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

Fantastic property; perfect location!

We had a wonderful stay at this pristine property while in town for a family event. Very helpful and responsive owner. Perfect location on the island and beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci b.

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

Island Gem

Sherry has a beautiful home! We feel so welcome and love our stays there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Jaci Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. See you next summer! Sherry-
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L.

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

Awesome Summer!

We loved our time on Balboa Island. This cottage is quintessential experience. Easy walk to coffee and shops and the beach is right outside your door. Thanks for great stay! Note there is not a grill so bring small portable if desired.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thanks Tyler glad your family had a fun safe trip and enjoyed what Balboa Island had to offer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anxious to come back

We have stayed at this cottage several times and always hate to leave. It is so cozy and comfortable and you really can't beat Balboa Island as a vacation spot. If you want Southern California this is the place to go-- top of the line kitchen and amenities. Great neighborhood -- easy to walk the island and enjoy the outdoors.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Kate, thank you for your kind review. It is great to hear from you year after year. I am glad you liked the new kitchen and the updating we did to our home. I agree, it is really hard to leave once you experience all the unique features of Balboa Island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana H.

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

Incredible stay!

Sherry’s home is absolutely beautiful and in the perfect location on Balboa Island, walking distance to everything and just a few houses down from Ruby beach. From the cleanliness, decor, amenities, it has it all! We have stayed in several properties on the island and this is by far our favorite! Sherry is an excellent host, so kind and helpful. You will not be disappointed with this amazing home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Charming refurbished Balboa Cottage

Absolutely loved this home. We have stayed in dozens of homes on Balboa and this one is a favorite! Perfectly furnished. Only add I would suggest is an outdoor table and BBQ. Other than that 10+++++. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Wonderful Two Weeks!

The property was exactly as advertised and we had a seamless two week stay. The cottage was so comfortable and we loved how the kitchen had no food items in the cupboard or refrigerator….very clean. The location was perfect and we would definitely return. My only suggestion would be to upgrade the television cable service…we were only able to get a very basic cable selection with no streaming options.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie J.

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

Love Balboa!

We had an amazing stay on Balboa! Sherry was an excellent host- super quick with responses! She checked in a couple times leading up to the trip and confirming our reservation. She was able to get us an early check in upon arrival. Such a great host! The house was lovely. The location couldn’t be better- close the best spot for swimming for kids on the island, close to the ferry, and marine street. The rooms were all clean, laundry was convenient, and the kitchen was updated. The downstairs bathroom doesn’t have a shower in it, which was the only negative. The bathroom upstairs was new and the shower was great. Just a little tricky sharing with 4 other people. We will definitely be back! And would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you Annie so glad you had a great stay. I understand about the bathroom but I just can't bring myself to get rid of the claw foot tub and all the mirrors, it's such an amazing space. I look forward to hosting you again. Sherry~
Verified

6/10 Okay

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not suitable for families

We came here with our family and I would not recommend it for anyone with small children. The host did call our attention to the fact the master bedroom is downstairs and the secondary bedrooms are upstairs, which was the least of our issues. There were fragile decorations (too many to move to a safe height) throughout the property that made us feel unsafe to have a toddler around that could potentially damage them. Also, the kitchen does have pots & pans but did not have any basic kitchen cooking ingredients like oil, salt & pepper etc. so expect to purchase anything needed to make a meal. We decided to move out after 1 night because it was not possible to keep our daughter and the host's home safe. There was major work being done on the street in front of the house with loud, heavy machinery so I would inquire about the status of the street work before booking if you expect to spend time at the property during the daytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
James, Thank you for your review. I am in agreement with you about toddlers in our home. I try to show the place in an honest light with all the pictures that are posted. The street work has concluded and I am sorry that that was an inconvenience. Sherry~
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

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

Perfect spot on the island

We had an amazing time staying at Sherry’s place on the island. Cute, clean house in a great location with low tourist traffic. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Family Holiday Stay

We had a great time at the property. It’s was so well decorated and made you feel right at home on the island. We are a family of four and felt really comfortable. Looking forward to a future stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Balboa Fabulous

My husband two kids (13, 17) and I LOVED this vacation. The house is fabulous and had everything we could need - even beach chairs and towels. It is decorated beautifully. The owner is fabulously responsive. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen is completely stocked. The house is 5 houses from the beach, on the best part of the island beaches and the only marked swimming area. PERFECT for hanging out on on the beach. The location is right in the middle of the main street and the the ferry street - so you can walk to every restaurant, shop, activity and the ferry. The garage is a huge bonus. Note there is only a tub downstairs, but we had plenty of time to get us all through the upstairs shower. It was a short drive to surrounding beaches, an Angels game and Disneyland. But most of all we loved spending time on the island. We'd love go come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci b.

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

The Best

We loved every minute of our stay in Sherrys home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
I am glad you and your family loved it. Our family loves it too! It’s a great place to relax, visit the beach and walk to shopping and dinner. It is our family’s heaven on earth and we were glad to share it with you. Looking forward to seeing you next year. Sherry-
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci b.

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

Consistent!!!

Always clean and charming! We love this home. This is our 3rd time staying here and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thanks Jaci, I am glad you had a pleasant, safe stay in our home. You always are lovely guests. Sherry~
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Restful on Ruby

This is the most quaint, charming cottage you will find on the island. Perfectly situated off of north bay front, you can walk to Ruby beach, Marine or the ferry to hit the big surf. This is a great little beach cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Great stay!

This was a great house! Very cute and clean. It was also the perfect location. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you Melissa. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and I was able to accommodate your last minute request. Come back anytime! Sherry-
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci b.

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

Paradise

It is always a pleasure to stay here. We feel so at home. And their home is beautiful! A piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizette S.

Awesome Beach Rental

This beach house is quaint and comfortable. Very roomy. I had a wonderful vacation. I highly recommend this beach rental.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Fabulous location & beautiful beach house!

We absolutely loved this beach house. It was clean, cozy, and we appreciated the details the owner put into her home. The beds were extremely comfortable, too. We will definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci b.

A perfect vacation spot!

Loved the location and attention to details. We Enjoyed sitting on the patio and just relaxing. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thea P.

The home is charming, abundantly appointed, towels and linens like home, and very clean!

Would stay here again in a heart beat...felt like I was vacationing in my own home. My family of 4 all enjoyed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

Beautiful House Great Location

I can't say enough about this home, it was clean and comfortable, decorated beautifully and fully equipped to meet all our needs. A great place to relax and a great place to keep busy to enjoy all the things Balboa Island has to offer. The location was really fun to be able to walk a few houses down to the bay beach, walk to town and walk to the ferry to enjoy the ocean. Thank you for sharing your home. We created such fun happy memories for our family and we will be back!
Stayed 120 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Absolutely beautiful find!

By far one of the best experiences we have had renting. Our family had a last minute trip and the owner was very accommodating with our timeline and really went above and beyond to make sure it was ready in time even thought we gave her a short notice. The cottage was very cozy and felt like our home away from home. Even more stunning than the pictures show, will definitely be our first choice to stay at when visiting the island from now on!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marie A.

Amazingly Beautful Cottage

This house is just jaw dropping. You can tell the owners really take pride in keeping it nice as it is so well maintained and cared for. You can see the love. The description is spot on and the house is even more breath taking than the photos show! The owner was super sweet and easy to get ahold of. I highly recommend staying here while visiting. With town just a few streets away, we never left the island!

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Hosted by Sherry Austin

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