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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Beach Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this condo is adjacent to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and within a 5-minute walk of Mother’s Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mother’s Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newport Beach Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Balboa Pier - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mutt Lynch's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Baja Sharkeez - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stag Bar + Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Wharf - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cassidy's Bar & Grill - ‬16 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.

Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach!

Welcome to one of the most iconic spots on the Newport/Balboa Peninsula: the Retro A-Frames of 15th Street. This rear second floor studio, complete with a bonus loft, has been thoughtfully restored and tastefully furnished for comfortable coastal getaways. Ideal for singles, couples, or small families, it offers easy access to both the beach and bay at an affordable price.

STUDIO SPACE:
The space features a queen-size bed, a leather loveseat, and a streaming TV, creating a comfortable place to relax. A writing desk offers a convenient workspace, while a breakfast table for two is perfect for casual meals. Sliding glass doors open to a spacious outdoor deck, bringing in natural light and extending the living space outdoors.

LADDER LOFT:
The loft bedroom features two twin-size beds, offering a cozy and unique sleeping space. Please note that access is via a steep ladder, and the area includes an exposed opening at the top. This space is not suitable for young children. Guests are asked to use caution at all times, and parents should use their discretion when considering this accommodation.

BATHROOM:
Combination shower/bathtub, large walk-through closet, and storage area

OUTDOOR SPACE:
The spacious, sun-filled deck offers a perfect setting for outdoor living, featuring a dining table with seating, a market umbrella for shade, and a propane gas BBQ grill for easy meals and relaxed gatherings.

KITCHEN & AMENITIES:
The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, and bakeware. Major appliances include a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, oven, and microwave. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, drinks, spices, condiments, and additional paper goods. Salt, pepper, olive oil, and coffee are provided.

YOUR STAY ALSO INCLUDES:
- Wi-Fi
- 2 low-profile beach chairs
- Hair dryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Heating throughout

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire upper rear studio residence. This includes all interior spaces and the private deck.

SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR STAY:
We are committed to ensuring you have a wonderful and seamless stay. While we respect your privacy, our team is available to answer any questions or address any needs that may arise during your visit. We will not be present at the property during your stay unless assistance is requested.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
No Air Conditioning: Like most homes in our moderate coastal climate, this property does not have air conditioning. Ceiling fans and tower fans are provided throughout for your comfort.

Pets: This home welcomes a maximum of one pet (dogs only). Size and breed restrictions apply. All pet arrangements must be coordinated with our office in advance and approved in writing, and a non-refundable pet fee will be assessed.

Linens & Starter Supplies: All bed, bath, kitchen, and beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided. We also include a starter supply of hand soap, dish soap, a sponge, trash bags, 2-4 rolls of toilet paper, and 1 paper towel roll. Guests are responsible for additional supplies and personal toiletries.

Laundry: There are no laundry facilities, but there is a convenient laundromat in the area.

Parking: There is no designated parking. General street parking, both metered and unmetered, is available. All paid parking in the city of Newport Beach is free after 6 p.m. until 8 a.m.

Recreation Gear Rentals: Additional beach gear or recreational equipment is available for rent from Beachview Rentals at very reasonable rates. Large ice chests, wagons, Pack' N Play portable cribs, portable high chairs, twin rollaway beds, and more are available. Contact us for more information.

Rental Agreement: A signed rental agreement is required to complete your booking.

Security: This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces and/or property entrances, as well as noise-monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect our guests, the property, and ensure compliance with local ordinances.

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.

Check-in Time: 3 pm on the arrival date
Check-out Time: 10 am on the departure date

Permit #SLP12077
The condo is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a desk, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 pet(s) allowed.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number SLP12077

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

375365

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this condo?

This condo is situated in Balboa Peninsula, just steps from Balboa Peninsula Beaches, and within a 10-minute walk of Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach. You'll also find Huntington Beach Beaches and Fashion Island within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach!?

No, there isn't parking at this condo.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Is Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this condo, including a kitchen in each condo plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Are there hot tubs at Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach!?

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

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 8.8 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 26 mi away (47-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach!?

Yes, every condo at Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach! comes with a patio.

Retro A-Frame Studio w/ Bonus Loft, Outdoor Sun Deck, One Block to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute cozy clean home, great location, close to both ocean and bay. Kitchen and bath were adequate and well-stocked. Only drawback was that it's an upper unit, with 12 very steep steps to get in and out, which somehow I missed when booking. Otherwise a charming place and very good rental company to communicate with!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Get-away

Perfect location for a beach get-away. Kids love sleeping in the loft.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Getaway

Great location for a quick stay. The balcony was a great place to have coffee and play some cards. There is no air conditioning, but the fans were more than enough to keep it comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannna Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd floor

The second floor was very creaky and is all open with no privacy. It worked for us bc we're family. There is no a/c and we used the place during a heat wave. It makes sleeping at night hard if you need a/c to sleep. We know that places in the area don't usually have a/c bc they don't need it often.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

I really enjoyed the location of the property it’s a block away from the beach and the host was quick to answer questions. My biggest complaint is it was not well stocked. There is 0 seasonings or any extras in the kitchen at all just some dishes and toaster, no extra towels, a kuerig but no coffee. It’s nice to stay in a VRBO because it’s convenient to have things a hotel doesn’t have. It is also tough to have a 3pm check in and 10am check out time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Beach Getaway

We loved the location of this property in relation to beach access, as well as all the other attractions on the peninsula. We could walk to restaurants and shops. We felt safe, and the location was at a premium spot for where we needed and wanted to go. The airport is close by so that was convenient as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome trip!!!

Fantastic trip, great space would for sure stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Andrew W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Location, Skin Deep Quality

To start with the positives, it’s a great location. 15th has great access to the beach and easily can reach either pier in the area. Cleanliness within the unit was good. The patio was nice and shaded well. And to be honest, the patio is the highlight of the location. The A-frame style is pretty fun as well. They do a good job to maximize the usable space. Now for the negatives. Walking up to the unit, the smell of full trash cans rolls over you. You basically have to squeeze by the numerous full trash cans to get into the unit. Very unbecoming and really would hope the entrance was not walking by that. The unit was HOT! Weather while we visited was only 81 at the high. However, when we showed up it was at least 15 degrees hotter inside than out. Why wouldn’t the company make sure the unit was comfortable for us on check in? None of the fans were on. All the windows were shut. And to be honest, this problem persisted even with us opening all windows and turning on all fans. You will get no breeze coming through the place because it sits 90 degrees to the typical wind direction. We had a beach chair that was ripped on arrival and when we called to report it, it took a full day for them to replace it. In the loft, there are no handrails to prevent anyone from falling down the ship ladder from the top. And the floor was so unstable up there, I’m not sure I would want to be up there or even put a kid up there. Definitely not safe. Also, nothing was plugged in. No lights, nothing. Other weird things were tinfoil on every cooking surface, including the BBQ. Or windows missing screens. Or the dead plant on the patio. One of our emails prior to checking said the wait would be worth it. I wouldn’t agree. So if all you care about it location, good spot. Otherwise, maybe look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay!

I stayed with my 5 year old and 8 year old grandsons. The set up was perfect as they slept upstairs (and thought that was the coolest!), while I slept downstairs. We were a block from the ocean and a block from the bay. Ideal location. The amenities were just what was needed and the unit may have been the cleanest unit I have ever rented!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

George K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Nest

Nice place for me and my girl.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location!

We loved our visit to Newport and our stay in this great rental. It had everything we needed and was an extremely short walk to the beach and up the boardwalk to restaurants and shops. We also loved the condo's big patio area where we could hang out in the cool beach air. The communication from the property manager was very clear, and the check-in and check-out processes were simple and easy to execute. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki G.

Liked: Cleanliness

WONDERFUL !

Such a well appointed place - location can NOT be beat. Having our bike rental ready and waiting was such a nice touch and we had so much fun biking around the boardwalk and town . Everything we needed was on site-- 15th Street surf shop is a great place to do wetsuit rentals. Property Managers were SO helpful and communicative. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach find

Great location! Place was exactly as described in the listing. All beach needs were easily accessible. Management company was very attentive and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giulliana C., Verona, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!!

The property manager was very helpful. The property was perfect for 4 of us. The market is less than a block walk. The beach is a block walk. Very clean. The only suggestion is to change the physical key to a lock door code so the guests do not need to have an extra stop to pick up the physical key at a separate office. We had a great time and great weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

lynne s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect A frame getaway!

We absolutely loved our stay on 15th St. Perfect accommodations fantastic location perfect size for the two of us and could’ve had at least one of our children staying in the upstairs loft
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach bungalow, high maintenance protocol and management company.

This was the perfect location for a Newport Beach long weekend getaway. It’s 2 blocks from the beach and main boardwalk located in between Newport pier & Balboa pier. 10 min walk to Newport Pier and all it’s shops and restaurants. The deck is fabulous and we loved the property itself! However, renter beware, the city and management company is high maintenance and none of the reviews I read mention this, so maybe it’s new protocol, but it is a consideration renters should be aware of so they know what they are getting into before renting. We’ve been using vacation rental companies for over a decade and this was one of the highest maintenance ones we’ve encountered. Aside from multiple required signed agreements, including insanely strict city noise ordinances (which include $1000-$5000 fines for normal talking level noise between 10 PM-10 AM), rules and regulations etc, renters are required to pick up and drop off keys IN PERSON between the hours of 10 AM & 5PM when checking in and out at an office located a 10 minute drive from the property. This works fine if you’ve rented a car and arrive during those hours. However if you arrive outside those hours, be prepared for your vacation to be interrupted, requiring you to pay for transportation to the rental office before noon the next day or you could be charged a $25 fee. I would think after all we’ve learned from the pandemic, this process could be done remotely as standard protocol, allowing guests to enjoy their holiday while still fulfilling the requirements. Aside from the things mentioned above, (which did negatively affect our experience as it interrupted our first day of vacation dealing with the in person check in procedure, we also felt like we couldn't sit out on the patio and listen to music or have lively or laughing conversation due to the noise ordinance), that said, the location and beach bungalow is great, we loved our stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location very nice neighborhood

Excellent location very nice neighborhood. I would use Homeaway again very nice people working in the office very helpful with any questions and consideration

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Minnneapolis

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location. On street parking only. Very nice neighborhood. Close to beach and pier.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacoba B.

Liked: Cleanliness

First stay in Newport beach

The description is 100% correct: the location is perfect : 200 yards' walk to the beach and a lovely walk in the boardwalk to the Newport pier and bars/restaurants. We had no car and used Ubers occasionally after grocery shopping. The Pavillion supermarket is the nearest store (about 20 mins walk) and I just took an Uber back. We thought the apartment was perfect - kitchen was adequately equipped. No washing machine or dishwasher was no problem for a nine day stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim F., Bailey, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

beach

our favorite thing about the property was the proximity to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ted J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Location!

My fiance and I stayed at this property for 6 days in mid September and had an awesome stay! The house was perfect size for just the two of us. There was a loft upstairs with 2 single beds so you could have slept 4 here but that would be veryyy tight FYI. The location of this house is GREAT for anything you want to do. 30 second walk to the beach, 5 minute walk to bars/restaurants/pier/shopping. There was no air conditioning in the house which was only really missed when we came home in the middle of the day when it was 85 degrees out but at night it cooled down to lows in the 60's so it was very comfortable to sleep and wake up to a cool ocean air. The girl we dealt with at the beachview office was super nice and helpful (first desk on the left) when we came to check in after having to check in late due to a 6 PM flight arrival. All in all an awesome place to stay and highly recommend this house and this company in the future. We'll be back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Tom D., Waukesha, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location for a stay without a car! We walked the lovely area (4 miles) each morning. Bedding comfortable, kitchen nicely appointed (although we didn't do any cooking, just snacking) and really fabulous private outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

Great place

A great experience overall. Great location, cute place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Fabulous Loft!

Really enjoyed our stay in Balboa, the apartment was perfectly appointed for our family to recover from a long flight. Location excellent, close to so many eating options and the beach just across the road. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

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