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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101920 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this condo is next to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Fun Zone - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 23 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!

Short Term Lodging Permit: SLP11826

Come experience a true Balboa gem! This unique and highly upgraded lower vacation unit in a duplex is located right on the Balboa Boardwalk! A gorgeous property and a perfect location that is guaranteed to give you the vacation of a lifetime. With 4 beautifully decorated bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, your family will have sweet slumbers, night after night. And should you have a guest or two, there's plenty of space! Most bedrooms have flat screen smart TV's - (no cable - just smart features) and the entire unit features local photographs of the Balboa community. The layout is spacious yet provides privacy as multi levels lead you to all areas of the unit. If you like to entertain, you'll love to prepare your dishes in the spectacular kitchen and enjoy the meal in the amazing sunken dining room. On hot summer days, you can cool down with the AC and on cooler summer nights, sit by the gorgeous fireplace in the living room. Should you have to wash some bathing suits and towels, there is a private laundry area inside the unit. And don't forget about the location! The patio is a beautiful extension of the home with sweeping views and access to the fire pits out on the sand....a Balboa tradition! The pier, with shopping and dining galore, is just a quick walk away. From the moment you drive up to the property, to the first time you open the front door, you will know this gem of a home was a brilliant choice!

**Beach Access: please note that beach access for both units is through the downstairs front patio. Lower unit guests agree to allow access and keep pass through area clear for upper unit guests.**

General Info:

Minimum Age Requirement: The minimum age to rent this unit is 25 years old and to finalize the reservation a secure guest verification portal must be completed.

**All reservations are subject to owner approval**

Pets: Pets are not permitted on or about the premises. ADA service animals required because of a disability are allowed with advanced notice. ESA's, Emotional Support Animals, are not allowed.

Parking: 2 car parking - This unit provides 2 car tandem parking - one carport and one garage - not shared. (see floor plan for measurements)

Bedding: Blankets, mattress pads, bed spreads, sheets and towels are provided!

Kitchen/Supplies: Our kitchens are supplied with all the basic dishes, utensils and cookware needed for everyday cooking. We also stock some cleaning supplies and dry goods such as paper towels, toilet paper, coffee filters, trash bags, foil, etc. to help you begin your vacation however you may need to purchase additional supplies during your stay. We do not provide certain cooking items including salt, pepper, cooking oil, etc. as well as specialty cookware.

You may want to bring: Laundry detergent, beach chairs/equipment, paper plates/plastic cutlery, extra beach towels, pens and paper, etc.

Jacuzzi Tub: The Jacuzzi tub in master bathroom is not operational.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Number of guests cannot exceed maximum occupancy at any time without prior approval from host.
Guest must complete a secure guest portal and upload a valid ID within 24 hours of booking to confirm reservation.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number SLP11826

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

110181

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this condo?

This condo is situated in Balboa Peninsula, just steps from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone, and within a short walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches. You'll also find Fashion Island and Pelican Hill Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this condo associated with a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Is Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk! a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this condo, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some condo, as well as a beach.

Are there hot tubs at Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 7.4 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 27 mi away (46-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk!?

Yes, every condo at Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk! comes with a patio and some offer beach views.

Breathtaking, unique & highly upgraded lower unit right on the Balboa Boardwalk! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great location! Beach is right outside the back door and the city keeps it very clean. Overnight paid parking is just a few houses down, but we were actually able to fit our SUV in the carport.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newport Family Fun

Great location for our family, near pier, easy walk to good restaurants, well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gigi h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay! Perfect location. I chose this home due to reviews about location and being able to accommodate a large group and I can say I was not disappointed! Now the driveway to garage is extremely steep, but parking was no problem. Plenty of lots and or public parking. Everything was wonderful and will choose to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent and accommodating

Great property. Host super accommodating allowed us a no charge early check due to our travel plans changing. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip brought up great memories of our trips back in the 60s and 70s as a family to Balboa Isl

Spending time with family was great, but Location was phenomenal to appreciate everything. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa Family vacation 2023

We had our two sons and their families join us for a family reunion. There were ten of us from 65 to 6 and we never felt cramped or on top of each other. Great location! Twenty more family members were down the boardwalk so it was perfect. Walking distance to restaurants, shops and Fun Zone. The house was big enough and clean and well equipped. All of the TVs and appliances worked, even the fireplace. Mattresses not very comfortable but that is to be expected. I loved this beach house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Staycation on the Sand!

My daughters had a 3 day weekend so we planned some beach time. It was important for us to be right on the sand, and that we were! It was easy to bounce between the house, sand, water, firepits, and volleyball courts throughout the day. Parking on site was too tight for my Tesla to fit but there was ample street parking available during the off season and the parking lot is just a few steps away for convenience. We walked to the fun zone and to dinner each night so didn't cook at all but enjoyed spending some quality time together. The place is very large with plenty of room for everyone. Beds were comfortable and the place was clean. It would have been nice to have beach gear, coolers, or bikes provided so I didn't have to lug so much stuff to the house and back for just a long weekend but we made it work!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property Management Company

We came into town for a memorial. The management company from day one were amazing. We had one tiny issue and although I said it wasn’t urgent they were there within a few hours to fix it. The location was perfect and the accommodations were great. There was enough of everything for our stay. We so appreciate how amazing they were. They were five star all across the board!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry E R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

408A

Nice property as marketed. Adequate everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation spot

Our family of 9 rented this for a week and we enjoyed every minute! The house had plenty of beds and space for our large family. We loved having a washer and dryer in the unit and AC. Both unique to other vacation rentals we've had in the past in the area. They provided plenty of towels, beach towels, hand soap and toilet paper. Some things to note: the silverware is limited (literally 10 forks). The kitchen is well supplied to cook most meals. There is PLENTY of salt and pepper in the unit, but no other spices. As I noted above, they provide hand towels and bath towels, but no wash cloths. The parking situation is tight. We struggled parking our 2021 Ford Explorer in the tandem space. We made it work, but it takes patience and time. Overall, we loved this place and we would rent it again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach vacation

Great location. Very family friendly. We liked this place but would recommend if you bring babies under 2.. bring a baby gate for the stairs. Property management company was great. We only had one slight issue and it was handled within a few hours. Only one down side… NO full length mirrors in the entire house! Very strange! Other than that we enjoyed our vacay:-)
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2022

We had the best time it was so nice being right on the board walk so close to beach, shopping and the pier. Weather was perfect would definitely go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Great location and property management was great to work with. Would recommend this company for future stays. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A++ Location

Clean property, responsive professional property management, all the necessities are included at this house. In my opinion, this probably the best location in Balboa - right on the beach and very close to the municipal parking lot for the pier.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach house

Overall a very nice beach house. Very clean. Needs more kitchen supplies such as silverware and larger cooking pots and pans. We had 9 people and there was not enough silverware for everyone to have a place setting. Cooking was a challenge due to the small size of the pots and pans Great location to shopping and restaurants. No games at the house so must bring your own. Plenty of bath towels and beach towels provided. Dish soap provided. Hand soap provided in all bathrooms greatly appreciated. Coffee pot and keurig provided. Our family enjoyed our stay and would stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, beach rental for family of 10

This property was as advertised with enough beds for a family of 10. Check in was easy and contactless. The rental was very clean and stocked as indicated. The kitchen had all appliances: blender, toaster, Keurig and coffee maker. There were minimal spices. All linens were clean and easily found — note there were no extras. Location was on the bike path within a block of Balboa Pier. Due to location, parking can be challenging. The tandem spots were tight so there was no garage storage space for beach toys, bikes etc. Overall, a great family rental with enough indoor space and storage. The walkability was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa Fun

Our extended family of 3 generations stayed at this Balboa Peninsula property. Having lived on the peninsula years ago, we knew the activity level would be high in the summer. The cleanliness, A/C and proximity to fun outweighed one night of loud neighbors. We would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arcy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Syd’s Graduation Trip

We had a fabulous time! Great location with comfortable accommodations. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee🌺 R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded our expectations!

This beachfront property was perfect for our family! It was a prime lot with volleyball nets and fire pits right out our front door. The walk to the beach was easy and extra public parking was just a short ways away. The rental was much larger than the pictures showed. We had the best vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Mother's Day weekend get away!

We had a blast. This place was amazing! Ocean front and within walking distance to everything. It was super clean and well equiped.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jolene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beachfront-but short walk to see the ocean

If you are wanting a bustling and busy beachfront property, this is the place for you. However, if you were hoping to sit on the patio and watch the ocean, then you need to look for another place. There is a boardwalk right in front that is continually being utilized. Your view for the ocean will require a short walk over the sandy beach. The property is newly remodeled and very clean. The kitchen is laid out in a easy to use fashion. The living space is well designed for several guests. There is ample bedding for 10 people as listed. There were more than enough towels as well. There is NOT indoor seating for 10 people around the main table to eat, nor are there enough bowls and silverware for that number of guests. The other concern is the front patio door has problems with the lock. This sounds like an ongoing problem that has been addressed before. Finally, the parking is meant for a small to medium sized vehicle. it is very challenging and frustrating to park anything larger due to the size of the alleyway and construction of the garage. If you have a luggage carrier on top, you WILL have to remove it, as it will not clear the space. Overall, I would look for a different location in the future due to the lack of visibility of the ocean from the property and parking issues. I also found the boardwalk too close and busy for someone looking for peace and quiet. Some issues are excusable, but for the cost to rent this property, you want to be sure you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great bonding time with family

This was four generations together for an amazing weekend. Not sure how many we have left with my grandmother so we try and do.these little getaways when we can.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house on the beach!!!

Amazing house and amazing location! This was our favorite vacation by far and our favorite house we have rented on VRBO. The house was very clean and the owner provided toilet paper, paper towels, nice linens and beach towels. Great communication when I had questions. Responded quickly. I read other comments about the air conditioning so I was worried but the A/C worked perfect! The layout was very nice and the beds were very comfortable. We are planning on renting this house again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!! Location!! Location!!

It was the perfect getaway