I stayed there for a week with my family and it was in the perfect location. We were able to walk to downtown shops and restaurants on Balboa Island and we were just a short drive to other great locations in Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. I couldn't have asked for more.

Another wonderful stay at the cottage! This is my 8th year to spend a month and I look forward to it all year long. The front porch is what attracted me to it in the first place. It’s nice to have friends or family come by and meals outside are wonderful. Being on the corner is another one of my favorites about the cottage as I love talking to everyone who walks by. I felt more at home this time, I cooked, the oven is great, and the BBQ is perfect for when the family comes down. The beds are comfortable upstairs. I have a couple favorite restaurants as well, we especially love Trattoria for Italian food and Wilma's for breakfast. It's just a short 2 block walk to the main street. Also being just a couple short blocks from the bay makes it nice to pour a cup of coffee in a to-go cup and walk down to the bench and talk to everyone as they take their morning walk. It’s just a short walk to the ferry and we always go across to the peninsula for some beautiful pictures and big waves. Balboa Island has always been a special place to visit but having the cottage once a year has made it a real treasure.

Quaint little cottage on Balboa Island. Clean and well located for visiting the coast.

Sweet cottage with charm and character. Great location, close to Marine Avenue for restaurants & shopping. Master bed and bedding so comfy. New nice couches, too, a surprise. Next time, I’m bringing more family and friends and getting the attached 1106 Park Avenue home through iTrip with same type layout!! Aside from iTrip welcome touches, I look forward to returning to this particular home and place - and HIGHLY recommend!

We had the best time in this very relaxing cottage. It’s located very close to all the shopping and restaurants which makes for a nice walk. We will definitely be back.

When we first walked in my kids exclaimed that we had arrived in what felt like a doll house. The house is older, reminiscent of a vintage doll house. White drapes and flower wallpaper adorn the walls. A small and functional kitchen and laundry were extremely helpful. The stairs are steep with narrow steps, but manageable for any able bodied person. Location is perfect for the authentic balboa island experience. Directions for guests were easy to understand and not over done. We will look to stay here on our next trip again for sure.

This property is located a block from downtown Balboa and a block from the water. Great location near wonderful restaurants, coffee shops and bakery. You can literally park your car and walk to everything you need. The house is 99 years old and charming. Not fancy, but perfect for a relaxing getaway. We will be back.

Excellent location close to shops, restaurants and the bay. The house is very cozy. Family and I had a great time. I would definitely stay here again.