"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

4.8

Outstanding(90 Reviews)

Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this apartment rental

"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" (10% Weekly Discount) Beach and Bay are a block away. "GARAGE PARKING" for a "SUB COMPACT Car". "AIR CONDITIONING" Located between Newport and Balboa Piers this mid Century 4 unit building on West Balboa Blvd Is perfect for short walks to either Pier and many fine restaurants, as well as the Balboa Ferry and the Catalina Flyer. This Studio apartment has a new shower with barn door, granite counter tops, stainless appliances with dishwasher. There is a comfy queen size captain's bed with storage underneath and ample closet and drawer space. Side tables are laptop tables to provide a workspace. Amenities include Smart TV, Cable, free Wifi, coin op washer and Dryer, there is a gas BBQ with table and chairs on a shared patio space. Beach chairs are provided and stored in the garage with the laundry. This is a ground floor unit. There is a small bathroom with a small shower. Quite hours are very important. No Animals allowed on property due to allergies. City Short term rental permit SLP 13795

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Balboa Peninsula, CA

Nearby attractions

Downtown Disney District

22.5 mi

Aquarium of the Pacific

31.1 mi

Paradise Gardens Park

22.2 mi

Redondo Beach Pier

50.9 mi

"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

4.8

Outstanding(90 Reviews)

Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Balboa Peninsula, CA

Nearby attractions

Downtown Disney District

22.5 mi

Aquarium of the Pacific

31.1 mi

Paradise Gardens Park

22.2 mi

Redondo Beach Pier

50.9 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(90 Reviews)

4.8

Aug 2024

Great location with an easy walk to the beach Beach gear in the garage was nice to have available garage only fits small cars... we had a Mazada 3 and barely fits

4.8

Jul 2024

This property was clean and exactly as listed. The kitchen and bathroom were well stocked with necessities. The shared patio was a nice bonus with a large table, chairs and umbrella. The only small challenge was parking. The garage only fits a small vehicle, and we had an SUV so we had to search for street parking nearby, which can be difficult on weekends. Loved the proximity of the beach, board walk and all the restaurants. We parked our vehicle and walked practically everywhere.

4.8

Jul 2024

Cute, beachy and with everything you need for the beach. Older unit but modernized with all the comforts of home. Perfectly situated to the beach (ocean & bayside), restaurants, etc. I will definitely stay there again. Enjoyed 4 mile beach walks each morning and night and didn’t want to come home. Parking wasn’t bad either and my car was parked for days. I just paid attention to the street sweeping signs as they directed. Responsive owners were so helpful and nice when I couldn’t find my email!

4.8

Jul 2024

Balboa Sea Escape was very clean and easy to find. Parking is as too tight for our car and we didn’t have an oversized car. We had to park on the street out on Balboa Blvd. Bed was comfortable and the AC worked great. Well stocked kitchen and close to the beach. Looking at the pictures I thought it would be closer to the beach and on the beach side of balboa but it is on the bay side. It’s a short walk across balboa Blvd and comes out right by the school and basketball courts. Bathroom is VERY small and tight but we made it work. Would rent again for a quick short trip but would want more space for a longer stay. We weee there from Wednesday night to Sunday morning. I did have to be the one to reach out for information on checking in less than 48 hours before check in since I hadn’t heard from the host. Overall a great rental.

4.8

Jul 2024

Location was perfect - place was just what we needed

4.8

May 2024

Great location, right across from beach. Walking distance to many amenities. All the beach essentials in the garage was fantastic. Only constructive criticisms would be sheets have visible stains albeit clean but still.

4.8

May 2024

Great for our 5 night stay. The garage was a bonus.

4.8

Apr 2024

Amazing time spent here for our honeymoon. Close to the beach and the bike path. Easy access to get to everything. Space was clean and great size for 2 people.

4.8

Mar 2024

Cute place to stay. Good anenities for beach fun too.

4.8

Feb 2024

Balboa Sea Escape exceeded all my expectations. Every detail was thoughtfully considered and made for a lovely stay. The kitchen was well-stocked, the bed was super comfortable, parking was convenient (the garage is indeed small even for a compact car so I parked there once and then there was easy street parking the rest of the time), and the location was perfect for exploring the area by foot or by car. I was traveling alone and felt completely safe and at ease. Communication with the owners was easy and helpful. It's a beautiful space with a cozy atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat. Five stars!!!

4.8

Dec 2023

We had a wonderful stay! It was close to everything and across the street from the beach. Would definitely stay again!

4.8

Oct 2023

Our stay was perfection! Lovely small cottage/apt, had everything we needed. Comfy bed, fully-stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the patio for our breakfast and coffee. Used the grill and kitchen. Will definitely use this one again :)

4.8

Oct 2023

2nd time staying here. Love the location. Easy to beach and restaurants. Very clean and enjoyable place to stay. Easily one of the better places to stay if parking is an issue no issues finding street parking at any time if you don't use the garage.

4.8

Oct 2023

Pros * Location, Location, Location - within walking distance to both piers, lots of stores and restaurants, and just across the street from the beach! * Very clean * Comfy bed - slept great! * Nice and very well stocked kitchen - we would have appreciated more than two packets of coffee for a 5-night stay but it held us over until we could buy coffee. * The outdoor patio and table is a nice place to have morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. * This apartment set back from the street which is nice. Cons * Sound - overall quiet but at night I could hear snoring and coughing from Apt B as well as phone notifications. There is sound from Balboa Blvd as well but it subsides at night. * Figuring out how to get the mini-split heating/cooling system set right (even with the instructions) but we did and were then comfortable. * Sofa isn’t the most comfortable but worked for us. * The description of a very small shower is accurate. It worked for me (5’4”, 130lb) and my husband was alright (5’11”, 185) but if you are a very large person, it will quite cramped. * The interior of the bathroom medicine cabinet could use some attention and the paint is beginning to peel off the bathroom door and walls. I only had one communication with the property manager while we were there and they responded immediately. We would definitely stay here again!

4.8

Sep 2023

Great space for 1-2 people. Unit was very well appointed, very clean, easy walkable location to lots of fun things to do, ocean and bay.

4.8

Aug 2023

3 stars on cleanliness because there was broken candy in the dresser, there was.long black hair all over the toilet and shower walls plus tons of sand on the tile. We used a small wash towel for our feet prior to climbing into bed. Cute little condo/apt. Studio. Extremely small shower but it worked freaking amazing. My biggest complaint is the bed. Completely dipped and sagged at the head of the bed. Pillows kind of made up for it. Im a naturally hot bodied person, and love AC, This AC worked ok. Everything was great minus the bed. If we decide to come back to Newport we will choose here again. Thank you for having us.

4.8

Aug 2023

The apartment was very clean and very well equipped. the unit was quite I did not hear any noise from the neighboring units. It met the description on the website. The location was great. A block off the beach and many nights we walked to the Naples Pier for dinner. The location is really nice because you are between the two piers but it is a quiet sweet spot. If you like to walk there is the ocean side and the bayside which are both beautiful. Lovely. Would highly recommend.

4.8

Jul 2023

We really enjoyed our stay here! The space is fairly small, but it has a great layout; perfect for a couple. The furniture is very nice, the kitchen is well-equipped, and the decorations are pleasant. We loved having a garage spot and easy access to the beaches. The instructions for check-in/check-out were helpful and clear. We will definitely consider this spot again for our next Newport Beach trip!

4.8

Jul 2023

Visiting my family and the rental was very close to their home! I could walk back and forth!

4.8

May 2023

We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay. Good location within a nice walk from everything we needed.

4.8

May 2023

This little spot is gem. Clean, quiet, close to EVERYTHING.Kitchen, great shower and bathroom and ventilation. And it has a small GARAGE to store my fishing gear and kayak! The hosts made it very easy to access with clear instructions on locks, times etc. I will certainly go back. It's perfect for one or two people.

4.8

May 2023

BalboaEscape is perfectly located , well stocked, meticulously clean and well managed . Thoughtfully there are power strips everywhere !

4.8

Mar 2023

Next door unit kept us up all night, and I mean all night, with exceessive noise and loud music. We left one day early.

4.8

Mar 2023

The location seemed pretty ideal to us. Located between the two piers, the noise is slightly less and not as many of the crowds. The apartment is just as advertised, everything in working order. The bed is amazingly comfortable. We didn’t end up parking in the garage as street parking was available this time of year.

4.8

Feb 2023

Property is centrally located and convenient to walk to the beach, bay and many nearby restaurants. Unit was clean and well equipped.

4.8

Jan 2023

From the start, there was great communication with the owner. The location and the property represented what was online. We made great memories and enjoyed a little respite.

4.8

Nov 2022

We enjoyed this property and would recommend. The bed was comfortable, unit was clean, easy to find parking nearby, quick access to beach. My only complaint is that the walls are very thin, we could hear the Tv and snoring in our neighbors unit.

4.8

Nov 2022

I definitely would stay again. Managers were very accommodating and sent good instructions of how to work the door key pads. My wife and I loved being here. Thank you.

4.8

Oct 2022

Stayed 4 nights. Most days drove to Knott's and Disney but one day was a beach day. They had chairs in great condition and and umbrella along with cooler which we were not expecting. Very clean and great shower. We didn't use the kitchen but very organized. This is our second trip to Balboa and last time we stayed on the island but the peninsula is way better for getting in and out. It's a perfect location to the beach. Not sure if on their recommendations list but check out Baja Sharkeez. Fun place. Garage is very small but they're all small here. Barely fit mustang in on first night but mostly used street parking as many spots were open.

4.8

Oct 2022

Wonderful five days on the Balboa Peninsula! Walked to the beach and biked from Jetty to piers. A little noise from attached apartment through wall. Owner responded to request for extra coffee.

4.8

Sep 2022

Very clean and comfortable room. Easy walking distance to the strand and beach.

4.8

Sep 2022

We loved staying at this property! Perfect for a couple and In a great location! We were a block away from the beach and a short distance from great food and bars! Will be returning!!

4.8

Aug 2022

Everything functioned exactly as told. Apartment was clean and had everything a person could possibly want. Would do it again with no reservations.

4.8

Aug 2022

Clean, comfortable, and right where you want to be.

4.8

Jul 2022

Excellent location

Excellent location

Perfect little stay for a quick beach getaway. Very basic, but all the necessities.

4.8

Jul 2022

Enjoyed the stay

4.8

Jul 2022

Just perfect.

Just perfect.

Check in was simple. The location to beach was awesome. And the rental was perfect!

4.8

Jul 2022

Such a great location especially over a busy 4th of July weekend!

4.8

Jul 2022

Cute

Cute

Such a great location especially over a busy 4th of July weekend!

4.8

Jun 2022

Great place. Small but everything you need. Will be back. Having a garage is a must for summer months. Walk to everything. Clean we will be back!!!!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Balboa Peninsula is $678 per night. This rental is $374 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA

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"BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning

Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Balboa Peninsula, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

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

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning pet friendly?

What amenities are available at "BALBOA SEA ESCAPE" Steps to Beach and Bay *Garage Parking & Air Conditioning?

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