Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!
Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
Permit #SLP12996
Our rear upstairs unit is the perfect place for a single, couple, or small family to experience Newport Beach firsthand. With year-round vacation availability, this spacious 1 bedroom/1 bath accommodation is a true gem!
Every detail has been nicely appointed, with granite countertops, woodplank flooring, and comfortable furnishings. The living/dining/kitchen area is a completely open floor-plan with lots of natural light.
But best of all is the close proximity - 100 feet - to the very popular 9th Street bay beach on the Balboa Peninsula. While this rear unit does not command a view of the bay, guests only need to use the property's side walkway along the front main house to encounter the beautiful bay beach: a family favorite for swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddling and relaxation away from the beach crowds and occasional windy days! Great views of graceful sailboats, local paddlers, luxury yachts, and the local mountains in the distance are absolutely captivating! Take your morning coffee, afternoon picnic, or sunset appetizers a few steps across Bay Ave. to enjoy one of the best-kept secrets in Newport Beach!
LIVING ROOM:
- Leather sofa
- 2 leather side chairs
- Streaming cable TV
- Wall heater
- Glass sliding door (main entry to unit) leads to spiral staircase to private, ground level patio
GROUND LEVEL REAR PATIO:
- Shared back patio w/ unit A (front patio area is for unit A guests only)
- Outdoor table and seating
- Infrared bbq grill
- Side walkway along front main house leads to Bay Beach across Bay Ave.
- Locked gate to rear alley
KITCHEN:
- Open to living and dining areas
- Fully stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, bakeware
- Large and small appliances (no dishwasher)
- Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.)
BEDROOM:
- Queen bed
- Streaming cable TV
- Large walk-in closet
- Built-in storage
EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
To fulfill the maximum occupancy, 2 twin trifold floor mats (best suited for children) along with extra linens/pillows are provided. Twin rollaway beds can be rented in lieu of the mats, if desired. Make arrangements with our office in advance to ensure delivery in time for your arrival.
HALLWAY BATHROOM:
- Step-in shower
- Wall heater
LINENS:
All bed/bath/kitchen/beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided as part of the cleaning/linen fee and are attractively installed.
ALSO INCLUDED:
- Wifi
- ceiling fans; heating
- 2 low-profile beach chairs
- hair dryer; iron/ironing board
- starter supplies: liquid hand soap; dish soap; dishwasher caps; sponge; kitchen trash bags; 2-4 rolls toilet paper; 1 paper towel roll (guests must supply additional amounts, along with personal toiletries/shampoo/conditioner)
DUE TO THE TYPICALLY MODERATE COASTAL CLIMATE, THIS HOUSE - LIKE MOST IN THE AREA - DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING.
PARKING:
There is no designated parking for this unit, but available general neighborhood street parking can be utilized (metered and unmetered).
LAUNDRY:
Shared laundry facilities located in garage utility room. Guests must provide their own supplies.
LOCATION:
Newport Beach is the premier vacation destination in Southern California, boasting one of the best recreational harbor and beaches the world has to offer. With easy access to the famous oceanfront boardwalk, and nestled exactly one mile between the Newport and Balboa Pier areas, this location is ideal for walking and biking to all your desired destinations without ever having to get in your car! Multiple eateries, shopping, groceries, and many other conveniences, including the brand new Marina Park 7 blocks away, are delightful additions to the long list of things to do and places to see.
ALSO:
The front 3 bedroom/2 bath bayfront main house can also be booked simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger family groups. See separate listing or contact our office for more details.
NOTE:
The street-view photos of this rear upstairs unit show the front main house, which is not included in this rear unit's accommodations; the photo is intended to provide the context of its location and for property identification purposes for arriving guests. It is also the location for the side walkway used to access the rear unit's entry stairs and door. There is no bay view from the rear unit. Guests must use side walkway to the front of the property to view or access the bay and bay beach.
CITY TAX:
A 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is included in all booking totals, (for reservations less than 30 nights) as mandated by the City of Newport Beach.
SECURITY EQUIPMENT:
This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces, and/or entrances to the property, as well as noise monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect the property, guests, and ensuring compliance with local ordinances.
Check-in Time: 3 p.m. on the arrival date
Check-out Time: 10 a.m. on the departure date
Our rear upstairs unit is the perfect place for a single, couple, or small family to experience Newport Beach firsthand. With year-round vacation availability, this spacious 1 bedroom/1 bath accommodation is a true gem!
Every detail has been nicely appointed, with granite countertops, woodplank flooring, and comfortable furnishings. The living/dining/kitchen area is a completely open floor-plan with lots of natural light.
But best of all is the close proximity - 100 feet - to the very popular 9th Street bay beach on the Balboa Peninsula. While this rear unit does not command a view of the bay, guests only need to use the property's side walkway along the front main house to encounter the beautiful bay beach: a family favorite for swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddling and relaxation away from the beach crowds and occasional windy days! Great views of graceful sailboats, local paddlers, luxury yachts, and the local mountains in the distance are absolutely captivating! Take your morning coffee, afternoon picnic, or sunset appetizers a few steps across Bay Ave. to enjoy one of the best-kept secrets in Newport Beach!
LIVING ROOM:
- Leather sofa
- 2 leather side chairs
- Streaming cable TV
- Wall heater
- Glass sliding door (main entry to unit) leads to spiral staircase to private, ground level patio
GROUND LEVEL REAR PATIO:
- Shared back patio w/ unit A (front patio area is for unit A guests only)
- Outdoor table and seating
- Infrared bbq grill
- Side walkway along front main house leads to Bay Beach across Bay Ave.
- Locked gate to rear alley
KITCHEN:
- Open to living and dining areas
- Fully stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, bakeware
- Large and small appliances (no dishwasher)
- Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.)
BEDROOM:
- Queen bed
- Streaming cable TV
- Large walk-in closet
- Built-in storage
EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
To fulfill the maximum occupancy, 2 twin trifold floor mats (best suited for children) along with extra linens/pillows are provided. Twin rollaway beds can be rented in lieu of the mats, if desired. Make arrangements with our office in advance to ensure delivery in time for your arrival.
HALLWAY BATHROOM:
- Step-in shower
- Wall heater
LINENS:
All bed/bath/kitchen/beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided as part of the cleaning/linen fee and are attractively installed.
ALSO INCLUDED:
- Wifi
- ceiling fans; heating
- 2 low-profile beach chairs
- hair dryer; iron/ironing board
- starter supplies: liquid hand soap; dish soap; dishwasher caps; sponge; kitchen trash bags; 2-4 rolls toilet paper; 1 paper towel roll (guests must supply additional amounts, along with personal toiletries/shampoo/conditioner)
DUE TO THE TYPICALLY MODERATE COASTAL CLIMATE, THIS HOUSE - LIKE MOST IN THE AREA - DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING.
PARKING:
There is no designated parking for this unit, but available general neighborhood street parking can be utilized (metered and unmetered).
LAUNDRY:
Shared laundry facilities located in garage utility room. Guests must provide their own supplies.
LOCATION:
Newport Beach is the premier vacation destination in Southern California, boasting one of the best recreational harbor and beaches the world has to offer. With easy access to the famous oceanfront boardwalk, and nestled exactly one mile between the Newport and Balboa Pier areas, this location is ideal for walking and biking to all your desired destinations without ever having to get in your car! Multiple eateries, shopping, groceries, and many other conveniences, including the brand new Marina Park 7 blocks away, are delightful additions to the long list of things to do and places to see.
ALSO:
The front 3 bedroom/2 bath bayfront main house can also be booked simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger family groups. See separate listing or contact our office for more details.
NOTE:
The street-view photos of this rear upstairs unit show the front main house, which is not included in this rear unit's accommodations; the photo is intended to provide the context of its location and for property identification purposes for arriving guests. It is also the location for the side walkway used to access the rear unit's entry stairs and door. There is no bay view from the rear unit. Guests must use side walkway to the front of the property to view or access the bay and bay beach.
CITY TAX:
A 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is included in all booking totals, (for reservations less than 30 nights) as mandated by the City of Newport Beach.
SECURITY EQUIPMENT:
This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces, and/or entrances to the property, as well as noise monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect the property, guests, and ensuring compliance with local ordinances.
Check-in Time: 3 p.m. on the arrival date
Check-out Time: 10 a.m. on the departure date
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Balboa Peninsula, CA
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 5.0
We definitely felt welcome. Our stay was good and cozy.
Everything was clean with basic essentials. Walking distance from the beach was great! But I do recommend a wall AC unit. We had all the windows open and ceiling fans on during the day.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful! Safe, quiet place, steps from the bay and a block from the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed it, and a good value too.
5.0 / 5.0
We would definitely rent again
5.0 / 5.0
My family and I had a wonderful time staying 9 days on the Bay side with a gorgeous view of the harbor. Our only issue was a burned out lightbulb that we couldn't reach, which was replaced within hours of our notification. This was our first rental with Beachview but certainly not our last.
5.0 / 5.0
Can't beat being on the sand in Balboa Peninsula. We've spent family vacations in Newport for 12 years at another place and this is our new favorite.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location and quite
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice place
I would stay there agu
5.0 / 5.0
Would be nice to have a broom and dust pan
The couch has a depression in it that has an issue with the rear right side of the cushion
5.0 / 5.0
The property is a great spot for a small family. Easy access to the beach and marina. Parking is crazy, but if you rent bikes, it is super easy to get around. We had a great time.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice unit for a great price! Very spacious and had everything we needed.
5.0 / 5.0
Pros
-Appliances are easy to use
- Quite area
-Right next to the beach
Cons
-Shower pressure is low
You sink into the couches
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice place, pretty, clean, quiet, good service. 100% recommended.
3.0 / 5.0
The place is in a good location. No view as described but the bay and beach are super close. Easy walk. Checking in was difficult and a bit confusing. The lock was super hard to work at times. My husband had to use 2 hands at all times. He’s very fit and there were a couple of times we weren’t sure we’d get in. The Wi-Fi SUCKED!!! We contacted the management group and they tried to fix it to no avail. We could use a couple devises at once in certain areas but still got dropped.
5.0 / 5.0
Enjoyed
5.0 / 5.0
We booked this house very last minute and for our family of 4 it was a perfect spot. It’s about a 15 minute walk in either direction to get to the main hustle and bustle of Newport and/or Balboa. Very clean, easy checkin and out. I would stay again l! Thanks so much!
5.0 / 5.0
Everything was perfect except the Wi-Fi didn’t work that well.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome Little Rental with Great Vibes!
Rental was clean, plenty of space for up to 4 people. Location was superb for all beach related activities. Only SMALL complaints I have if you’d even call them complaints is that being at the mercy of street parking was slightly inconvenient but only once or twice (just walk or bike places and save the trouble) and the bed is quite dated and I really believe should be upgraded to a King size. All in all the rest of the experience was superb, so happy we got to stay there!
5.0 / 5.0
Affordable and close the everything
If you want to be by the water without paying enormous prices, this is the place to stay! Water behind you and the ocean just a few blocks away.😄 Close enough to hear the waves at night. Everybody was very kind and helpful at the Realty office. 😉 Thank you.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect stay for Getaway
The home was conveniently located close enough to the beach, yet away from the chaos. The check-in/out process was quick and easy and the staff was awesome to work with. We had no issues with parking. However, I can see that it could be troublesome in the busy season. Overall, a great place to stay!! We will definitely be back!!
4.0 / 5.0
Great location, simple amenities and many extra steps
The location is great; however, you do share an important hallway with a door connecting to another property right next to the bedroom and sound carries majorly. We happened to have a multigenerational family with two very upset and loud kids Every morning on the other side of that door, as well as blocking all the walkways with their stuff.
There is no dishwasher and unfortunately, despite the fees there is a lot of responsibility before you leave (all the dishes, towels, bedding, trash taken out) and like others have said they really only provide bare necessities. Go get toilet paper and paper towels and toiletries and try not to need an extra towel.
Overall it was a good experience, I was able to do the extra things needed to make this space work but didn’t realize ahead of time I was signing up for that. Personally, I really prefer not to have to do so much at the end of a trip.
Also, the check in procedure requires driving to the office to show Id and to return keys afterwards. A lot of extra steps with this place.
5.0 / 5.0
Loved it!
Great communication and location! Will definitely be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Great spot in perfect quiet neighborhood by the beach.
The property was on a quiet neighborhood that is a block or two from the beach. Very clean and comfortable. Will be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Location was amazing!
I would be happy to stay here again! Really centrally located! Perfect spot for 2 people, spacious living area and bedroom!
4.0 / 5.0
Great location, price.
Perfect for 2 people. Would have liked a dishwasher with the unit to ensure cleanliness and sanitizations of the dishes used. Had some issues with the alarms but those were promptly addressed by the property management.
5.0 / 5.0
This is really a lovely unit, with a well-equipped kitchen. It is perfectly positioned right between Newport Pier (with all the shops & restaurants there) and Balboa Pier (with all the shops & restaurants on that end). Bike rentals made it super easy to get around and do everything we wanted. Just cross the street to get to the small, very picturesque harbor beach, and a five minute walk (probably less than that) to the ocean on the other side. Drawbacks: you have to go up a narrow spiral staircase to get to the unit—difficult to navigate with large suitcases. You have to return the keys to the rental unit when you leave, which really is kind of a pain and not the kind of thing you want to do when you are catching a flight out. Would be so easy to just put up a lock box with code outside of the unit. Also, a pet peeve—the “house rules” include no eating or drinking in the bedroom! I found this a surprising one that I’d never seen before. If I want a coffee in bed or to snack on a late-night sandwich while watching tv, what business is it of theirs as long as I leave the place clean? Seems to me, if you rent a space, you should be able to use the space as you would at home, as long as you keep it clean and don’t damage anything. —all that said, the place is gorgeous, the local is gorgeous, and Bayview Realty is super nice. (Do NOT expect them to budge on check in or check out time, though—they won’t.)
2.0 / 5.0
We loved our stay overall. Superb location right in front of a small beach. Perfect for families with little ones. We were able to find street parking right in front of the unit every night. The street felt safe and peaceful. Great communication with the management company. They are super friendly and work hard to make your pleasurable. As for some nitpicks: Wi-Fi was going in and out. The management company made it better half way through our stay by installing a Wi-Fi extender. It was better but still there were dropouts. Another nitpick is the check-in and check-out process: you have to drop the keys at the management company’s office (about 0.5 mile drive) at the checkout. And, if you do a late checkin (after 5 pm) then you have go to the office in the morning to check in. This was inconvenient.Overall, we really enjoyed and hoping to visit again in the future.
4.0 / 5.0
Great place and location
We loved our stay overall. Superb location right in front of a small beach. Perfect for families with little ones. We were able to find street parking right in front of the unit every night. The street felt safe and peaceful. Great communication with the management company. They are super friendly and work hard to make your pleasurable. As for some nitpicks: Wi-Fi was going in and out. The management company made it better half way through our stay by installing a Wi-Fi extender. It was better but still there were dropouts. Another nitpick is the check-in and check-out process: you have to drop the keys at the management company’s office (about 0.5 mile drive) at the checkout. And, if you do a late checkin (after 5 pm) then you have go to the office in the morning to check in. This was inconvenient.
Overall, we really enjoyed and hoping to visit again in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
2nd Honeymoon
The property was clean, spacious and the kitchen provided all the necessary equipment for preparing meals. The bed was comfortable, it was quiet and the room had plenty of storage. We absolutely loved the location on a quiet street, with the beach right across from the condo. There were lots a good walks from the condo which we did every day. The on,y drawback is that the couch was not very comfortable for sitting. For me they were too soft and too deep. Dave & Susan
5.0 / 5.0
Quality Interior. Nicely supplied. Great Value.
This unit is very nice inside feeling more like it is furnished to be someone's nice beach home rather than a rental. Access is from the back alley but the alley is very clean. We parked right by the gate to unload/load and then found street parking nearby. Access to the bay-side beach is a one-minute walk. Access to the ocean-side is just five minutes. We would stay hear again. We we arrived it felt and looked VERY clean inside, certainly good with the pandemic ongoing
5.0 / 5.0
Nice value for the cost
Overall good experience. Excellent location near the ocean beach and a small bayside beach. Street Parking wasn’t too difficult for us (late June stay). No real complaints but one thing they could improve is to stock Kitchen better and revise knives that can actually cut (they were too dull).
5.0 / 5.0
Nice 1BR Unit
Nice property on Balboa Pennisula.
4.0 / 5.0
Nice 1br property
My stay at this property was consistent with all prior reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful property, fantastic location!
We loved our time in Newport! The apartment was spotless and well stocked with all the necessities !
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet Newport Stay
This unit was very convenient for our trip to Newport. We were cleaning out a relatives house about a block away so we were familiar with the neighborhood. Clean, quiet accommodations. The place had everything we needed. Even though there is no view from the unit, there is a beach at the bay right out front just steps away. Good place to relax and watch the activities on the bay.
4.0 / 5.0
Nice and Clean
The other reviews for this property exactly matched my experience. My only criticism was having to go to the property mgmt office to sign their paperwork. Overall, I would stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great space and location
The house was perfect for us. Good size living area and bedroom, nice patio to hang and keep our bikes and stroller and great location!!!. The downstairs neighbors were very friendly. I do think there should be a lock box or other way to check in and out. With beach traffic and check in/out times you miss 5-6 hours of a full 24hrs stay. Would be nice to at the very least have a box to drop the keys at checkout.
5.0 / 5.0
BEAUTIFUL BEACH GET AWAY
This property is super cute, clean, quiet and PERFECT!! It's 10 steps from the beach and there is a small private beach area on the other side. Only ONE thing is that there's a spiral stair case that's a little grueling to get up if you have issues with stairs, other than that it was PERFECT!!!
4.0 / 5.0
Great location, minimal ammenities
This unit is in a great location. The unit amenities are MINIMAL at best. We were provided exactly 4 towels, 1 beach towel a few hand towels and 1 wash cloth and 2 rolls of toilet paper for our stay of 7 days with no on-site laundry. This is close to a hotel accommodations as there are no extra blankets to hang out on the couch, no extras other than salt and pepper. The spiral staircase is no joke, it is small, difficult to carry a suitcase up/down and the walkway down the main house is barely a walkway as there are plants that overhang into the path. If you don't expect much other than a place to sleep, it works out great. Be prepared with all your own amenities, bring towels, extra TP and paper towels, sponges, shampoo, bath soap etc. The queen size bed is OK, with a mattress that is NOT new or upgraded, open living area with only 1 couch and 2 chairs (not so comfy). Oversized kitchen table takes up most of the remaining space. Read the description of the space carefully. DO NOT expect a single extra item other than specifically what is listed.
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet getaway
Very clean and affordable.
5.0 / 5.0
Great spot!
Great location. We never had trouble with parking on the curb. Very clean and comfortable. My two boys slept on the twin mats provided and there was plenty of room.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Balboa Peninsula?
The average price for a rental in Balboa Peninsula is $717 per night. This rental is $324 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!. Enjoy the water!
Is Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Peaceful & Private Retreat | Bayside Apartment | Fully-Appointed | Walk to all the Hot Spots!?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and tv.
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