Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!

Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
9.2 / 10.0
Outstanding(49 Ratings)

Apartment in Balboa Island, 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 #SLP13813
Ask about our special winter rates for month-long bookings!
Quiet Balboa Island Location

Our welcoming rear upstairs bay view unit is indeed the perfect place for a single, couple, or small family to experience Balboa Island in Newport Beach firsthand. Even though the furnishings are updated, this year-round vacation home still retains its original beach cottage charm. Guests are greeted by a friendly and practical Dutch door to catch the gentle breezes off the bay, and they will love the crisp white bead board and planking that enhance the bayside ambiance of this one-bedroom home. Enjoy the following amenities:

LIVING/DINING AREA:
- Fold out sofabed
- Cable TV
- Dining table with seating for 4 guests
- Open floor plan
- Large picture window provides a lovely bay view

KITCHEN:
- Fully stocked w/ cookware, dinnerware, utensils and appliances for meal preparation (but no dishwasher)
- Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.)

BEDROOM:
- Queen bed
- large walk-in closet

EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
- Fold out sofa in the living area opens to a full size bed (best for 2 small children or 1 adult)
- A trifold twin floor mat (best suited for children) or twin rollaway bed can be rented to provide additional sleeping arrangements, when needed, within the unit's maximum occupancy. Please contact our office in advance to allow for delivery on your arrival date

BATHROOM:
Step-in shower

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.

OUTDOOR LIVING:
- Comfortable bay view deck with table, chairs and electric barbecue
- Front row seats to the famous Christmas Boat Parade!
- Quiet Balboa Island neighborhood
- Bayfront walkway that circumnavigates the entire Island

ALSO INCLUDED:
- Wifi; hair dryer; iron/ironing board; 2 low-profile beach chairs; floor fans; heating
- 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 their own personal toiletries/shampoo/conditioner)

DUE TO THE TYPICALLY MODERATE COASTAL CLIMATE, THIS HOUSE - LIKE MOST IN THE AREA - DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING.

PARKING:
No designated parking. General neighborhood street parking in area (metered and unmetered).

LAUNDRY:
No laundry facilities for this rear upstairs unit

ALSO:
The gorgeous bayfront main house of this property (4 bedrooms/4 baths) can also be booked simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger family groups on the entire property. Includes garage parking, laundry. See separate listing or contact our office for more information.

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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

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Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10.0
Outstanding(49 Ratings)
6.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Its small...its old...its in need of updating...but you simply can't beat the location!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
This was a lovely clean and well organized apartment.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Great way to spend the 4th on the island! Owners in front house very kind! Thanks for sharing your gem!
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2024
We stayed for 9 days. The location was great for morning walks around the island, enough space for two to relax and unwind. Nice and bright, just like the photos, and a lovely view of the bay. All the amenities except for a washer/dryer but we have family nearby so it wasn’t a problem. Even parking wasn’t a concern. The bed was great too. It was a little cool so we had to turn the heat on to take the chill out of the morning but everything worked as it should. All in all, simply delightful and we didn’t want to leave.
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2024
Fantastic view of the bay from the patio. Excellent location on the island for a walk or biking. Would stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2024
The rental process was very thorough and through an agency and not direct with the owner on VRBO. The apartment was in a great location at the quiet end of the island. An easy 5-8 min walk to the mini Mart and ferry and about 20 mins walk to downtown Balboa..The rental agency were very communicative and easy to deal with. Everything was as described and there is a decent amount of space for a 1 bed apartment. It's an older property but very clean, well maintained and very well fitted out.
10.0 / 10.0
Dec 2023
Great location, beautiful bay view, exactly as listed! Very comfortable!
6.0 / 10.0
Dec 2023
Location was fantastic! We rented on Balboa Island for the Boat Parade and all we had to do was walk down the stairs and sit on the sand! The view from the deck was great too! The property could use some attention. Our first impression wasn't good......it smelled horrible when we walked in.....old and musty! We had to leave the windows open to be able to deal with it. Not that clean, all vents were fifty, outdated most everything, old tile in kitchen and bathroom, toilet seat much have been purchased 20 years ago. TV wouldn't turn on so we called, and someone came out, couldn't fix it and left us a tiny tv and said they would be back to replace it and never heard back. 2 of the 4 beach chairs were ripped and need to be thrown away, the sofa tilts forward and is very uncomfortable. We made the best of it, and will be back to the Island, but not going to stay in this property again.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Balboa Island?

The average price for a rental in Balboa Island is $739 per night. This rental is $271 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!. 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 Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!. Enjoy the water!

Is Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and tv.

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