Steps to Beach and Bay with Garage Parking (compact car) & Air Conditioning!
Apartment in Balboa Peninsula, CA
4 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
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this apartment rental
Balboa Escape is located mid peninsula and half a block to either the Beach or the Bay. It is a short walk to the Balboa Ferry, Catalina Flyer and many great restaurants. The closest bike rentals are only 2 blocks away. This apartment has just been updated with new fully equipped kitchen, cabinets, granite countertops, appliances, windows, AC and flooring. Beach Towels are provided. It is light and airy with lots of windows. This is a 2nd floor apartment and the largest in this 4 apartment building. It has a comfy queen size captains bed in the bedroom with storage underneath and a chest of drawers and a closet. The living room has a pull out queen sofa sleeper and there is a chest for storage and closet in the living room as well. New Smart TV with cable and free WiFi. There is one garage parking space for a subcompact car. There are Beach chairs and boogie boards in the garage. The coin op laundry is located in the garage. There is a shared patio with table and chairs and a Weber gas grill. This is a perfect location for a relaxing stay at the beach. No animals are allowed on property due to allergies. One flight of stairs must be climbed to Access this apartment. SLP13796
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Balboa Peninsula, CA
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Ratings and reviews
3.0 / 5.0
We selected this property because of the centralized location to events we were attending during our stay. We were unaware of the pay for parking on the streets in the neighborhood between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
5.0 / 5.0
The location was just has shown ~ very clean and Janet was amazing!
5.0 / 5.0
This place is great. Can’t beat the location, just 2 short blocks to the beach boardwalk. There is so much natural light and really cute California decor. The place is really comfy, great bed and couches. And the kitchen was stocked with everything needed to do some good cooking. Definitely note that the garage is for a small car only…I had a crossover and couldn’t fit. Street parking is easy enough to come by during the week but was difficult on the weekend. That is the only draw back but is the case for most places in this area. Will stay again!
5.0 / 5.0
Out all day great neighborhood.
5.0 / 5.0
Fun stay in great location. Clean and bright. Comfy bed and it was nice to have the garage for parking bikes. Great coffee shop and market nearby.
4.0 / 5.0
It was a good visit. The unit fits the budget and had everything we needed in the right location.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice upstairs unit, super clean, well-stocked, great kitchen, and friendly & attentive hosts. The location is about a mile south of the Baloba pier and is steps away from both the ocean and the harbor. Second story unit had beautiful lighting and views of the harbor. Would stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect little vacay for us! We were within walking distance to all things fun and beautiful. Place had on hand all we needed for comfort and fun. Thank You! 10/10 recommend 🌟
5.0 / 5.0
The location is awesome - walking distance to the beach and other Balboa spots, including restaurants and coffee shops. The apartment was fully equipped with anything one would need during a holiday visit. The stairs are a bit steep, but other than that, it's perfect.
5.0 / 5.0
This place was nice and tidy. The steps up are a bit steep, but it wasn’t bad for us in our 30s. You definitely need to have a tiny car to be able to park in the garage, parking in the nearby neighborhood was way to find every night, for us. Communication with the host was timely as well :)
4.0 / 5.0
Place is really cute, well maintained and property managers were very nice and responsive. The location is fantastic as its close to everything. The only things to really note is the garage is very small which isn't the end of the world because we just kept our rental bikes in there and parked car on street and the bathroom is really small. Would absolutely stay here again though.
4.0 / 5.0
Excellent except for parking
5.0 / 5.0
My wife and I had a wonderful stay in this Newport rental unit. The place was clean and nicely updated. The location is so convenient and within easy walking distance from the Newport Pier on the ocean side and the Balboa Fun Zone on the bay side. The bathroom is on the smaller side but not a big deal and the garage is very small as stated, but we had no problem finding parking on the street. Thanks for sharing your home with us, Dennis and Janet.
4.0 / 5.0
Clean and well organized property management. The one issue we had was there are very bright lights on that shine into the bedroom window at night. A proper set of drapes should be installed to block this glaring light at night.
4.0 / 5.0
Property was great. The only recommendation is the floors could be mopped.
5.0 / 5.0
We really enjoyed our stay here. The unit is conveniently located to Newport Beach. Parking is fairly easy. The bed is comfortable and there are lots of linens and towels. The kitchen is well-equipped (appreciated the starter pack of coffee/creamer). We made good use of the beach chairs & towels. The only minor complaint would be regarding the sleeper sofa; it’s quite uncomfortable and rickety. I’d say the unit is better for 2 people. Overall a great little place!
5.0 / 5.0
The home was perfect for us. The home was well stocked and well maintained. We enjoyed walking all over Balboa Peninsula. We would be happy to stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great neighborhood. Easy to walk to pier and plenty of restaurants in the area. Everything we needed was at the unit. Property owners did a great job preparing the place before we got there.
5.0 / 5.0
We loved our little apt. And especially our location to town and the beach!! We took advantage of walking everywhere and totally enjoyed the beach vibe !!
5.0 / 5.0
Great location
Had great weekend trip staying here. Clean and comfortable. Owners very responsive and easy to work with. Looking forward to our next booking.
5.0 / 5.0
Great Place
Perfect one bedroom apartment- great location right in the middle of Balboa peninsula- short walk to both the bay and the beach, and to lots of restaurants and bars. I would definitely stay there again
4.0 / 5.0
Nice place
A very nice, clean place a block from the beach and about 3/4 mile from restaurants. The updated kitchen is pretty well stocked with dishes, pans, appliances, and utensils, and the A/C came in handy when it was hot.
Best suited for a couple, the queen bed in the bedroom was fine, but the sleeper sofa wasn't great - it might work for small kids.
As the owner's describe in their listing, the garage is really small. It would work great for bike storage, but unless you have something like a Fiat or a small Mini you're better off finding a spot on the street. We found spots within a block of the apartment later in the day.
Located on Balboa Blvd., there is a fair amount of street noise, but traffic died down between 10p and 6a.
The bedroom could use some curtains to block out flood lights from the adjacent apartment.
We had a problem with a loose cold water faucet knob in the shower that spun and wouldn't open. We called the owner and left a message. Fortunately, I was able to fix it temporarily myself fairly quickly by borrowing a screwdriver from some contractors working in another unit.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Spot
We had the best time and the location was perfect!! Great beach access and waking distance to food! We can’t wait to go back!
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely location and very centrally located. We enjoyed every minute
Easy and felt safe and clean the entire time.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Getaway
Just what we needed. Came to Newport for a getaway with my daughter. The house was great. Bed especially comfortable. Heater worked well which we really needed since we hit a cold spell.
Central location easy walk to Balboa ferry.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect spot for 2 near the beach
This apartment was just what we wanted for the two of us to stay near Balboa’s beachfront and access the paved walkway. Good value. New kitchen. Clean and fun Balboa beach decor.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location!
Fun 4th of July! Place is super cute and great location!!
3.0 / 5.0
Newport Beach VRBO
You need to fix the hand railing on the stairs going to the front door. Extremely dangerous!
You should mention that the steps are very steep, and short and safety could be an issue for anyone since there is not a handle on both sides going to the top landing.
5.0 / 5.0
Beach getaway
The property was clean and perfectly located at the beach. Only down side for me was NO TV in the bedroom bummer ugh. Definitely not a deal breaker would stay again!
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing - would stay again
Very nice place - all around great marks
5.0 / 5.0
Marvelous Month on Balboa Peninsula!
With limited travel options, this was the perfect place to hunker down for a month during the Covid craziness. The apartment is cozy and comfortable with all the comforts of home and everything needed to cook full meals, which was great because so many restaurants were closed. The location is awesome, with a two minute walk to the beach! The owner, Janet, was very responsive and answered our questions right away. She kindly ordered us new pillows when we told her the ones in the apartment were too soft for us. She also helped us to understand the way VRBO operates because this was our first experience with this type of rental. We had friends visit from nearby cities and they were so impressed with the apartment, they have already begun to recommend this property to friends. We will definitely keep this place in mind for future stays in Newport Beach! Hopefully, we'll get to meet Janet and Dennis in person.
4.0 / 5.0
NB Apartment Gem
Thank you for your quick response to the cable tv situation.
Also , some of your lights are out and need replacing.
Thank you for the sweet apartment for the week.
All the best to you and your husband.
5.0 / 5.0
Love this location
We enjoyed our stay here, the landlords were very accommodating and we would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Fair Price and Clean
The unit was recently updated and is very cute. There were plenty of sheets, towels and the kitchen was stocked with all of the basics that you need. The location is between the Balboa and Newport piers which allows nice access and walkability. I recommend and would definitley stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
Extended Stay at Balboa Peninsula
I had a great experience during my 3 week stay on Balboa Peninsula. The 1 BR/BA was the perfect size for my wife & I. It was recently updated, very clean & well maintained. The location was great ... only 100 yards from the beach. I had the opportunity to meet the owners, Dennis & Janet, who were friendly, accommodating and had a genuine interest in ensuring we enjoyed our stay both at their property and on Balboa Peninsula. This will be the 1st property I check for availability on my next trip back.
5.0 / 5.0
First time on Balboa Peninsula
We had a great stay at Janet's property. She is an excellent host and the place is just as described. The information is thorough and accurate. The home has everything you need and is organized and detailed very nicely. Would definitely recommend and would love to visit again. Compared to other beautiful beach stays along the California cost, Balboa peninsula is special. It has a small town feel and with that feels very safe. Loved it!
5.0 / 5.0
Great Location
The apartment was perfect for our stay in the Newport/Balboa area. Very clean and new feeling, with great location to beach and marina. Garage is not useable for parking unless you drive a smart car, but was nice to have for storage during our stay. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
What a wonderful place to soak in some summertime beach!! Excellent location, owners were responsive and we will definitely stay there again.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Balboa Peninsula?
The average price for a rental in Balboa Peninsula is $449 per night. This rental is $249 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Steps to Beach and Bay with Garage Parking (compact car) & 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 Steps to Beach and Bay with Garage Parking (compact car) & Air Conditioning! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Steps to Beach and Bay with Garage Parking (compact car) & Air Conditioning!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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