Located in Balboa Peninsula, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Balboa Beach and Balboa Peninsula Beaches. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Corona del Mar State Beach - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
Orange Station - 21 min drive
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Baja Sharkeez - 20 min walk
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Ruby's Diner - 3 min drive
Cabo Cantina - 17 min walk
The Old Spaghetti Factory - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Two-Story Bayfront Gem
The bay beach directly across the street allows guests full-on views of not only the bay, but portions of Lido Island, Balboa Island, Linda Isle and the city - plus the mountains, on a clear day. The spacious living area has large glass sliding doors that provide incredible views. The large kitchen and roomy side deck plus two car garage parking, make this property desirable with or without the views! And the ocean is just steps away.
The upper-level living room takes up the entire front of the home and has a long balcony with chairs, all the better to enjoy sweeping views of the area. A couch, loveseat and additional seating, plus wall-mounted flat panel TV provide a comfortable setting for gathering together to share the day experiences. A dining area has a large wooden table and eight chairs for family meals. The efficient kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and granite counters for meal preparation. A smaller seating nook off the kitchen, with an adjacent half bath. Sliders here open to the patio with table and chairs and a gas barbecue.
*Please note there is a small apartment connected to the home, it is not available for rent*
The home has four ground floor bedrooms. A king bed graces the bay view master bedroom with ceiling fan and en suite bath. The first guest room also has a king bed, ceiling fan and a door into the adjacent hall bath. The third bedroom has a queen bed and en-suite bath. The fourth bedroom is open to the stairway to the second floor and hallway and shares the hall bath. This retro bathroom has an original tub and tiling in vintage peachy-pink!
An indoor laundry room just off the garage has a full-size washer and dryer. Fireplaces are non operational.
The large side deck on the second story is furnished with table and chairs and propane barbecue. It's terrific for meals and also allows for great air circulation throughout the entire upstairs. The front deck has chairs for enjoying views of the bay. The ground floor patio with wrought iron furniture is terrific for people watching at street level. You are directly across from the bay beach, with not obstructions for view.
The home has a two-car garage.
Ten-acre Marina Park, is just five blocks away, with The Lighthouse Restaurant, an outdoor fitness circuit, basketball courts and picnic area allows visitors to soak up city and bay views. With both piers close by and the Balboa fun zone near, the area offers boundless options for family fun!
SLP14126
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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: 2,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 26
Property Registration Number SLP12365
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
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Balboa Peninsula, just steps from Balboa Beach and Balboa Peninsula Beaches, and within a short walk of Mother’s Beach. You'll also find Newport Pier and Fashion Island within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Two-Story Bayfront Gem good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Are there hot tubs at Two-Story Bayfront Gem?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 9.2 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 26.1 mi away (44-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Two-Story Bayfront Gem?
Yes, every accommodation at Two-Story Bayfront Gem comes with a balcony with some featuring beach or mountain views.
Two-Story Bayfront Gem Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 32 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tony C.
Apr 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
Great house and location
Tony C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick B.
Mar 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, weather wasnt great
Nice property really good location
Rick B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Worked out perfectly for the 7 of us. Nice being on the Harbor side, very quiet. Garage was awesome to have in Newport. All in all a very nice stay.
Chris M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Edward V.
Jun 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We all had a wonderful time at this beautiful house. .
It was a smooth process to book with Burr White Realty. They were very professional and nice.
Edward V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim V.
Jun 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Loved the quiet bay location with beach right across street. Easy walk to ocean beach. Plenty of room for our family.
Kim V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
William B.
Apr 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected jewel
Great location! Very nice neighborhood and quiet beach across the street.
William B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dale L.
Apr 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
had a great trip in a great location
location is great
Dale L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
Apr 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa
Property is in an excellent location! Beautiful view from the living room kitchen area. Easy access to the beach directly in front of the home. Large bedrooms and bathrooms with great storage. Perfect place for the perfect weekend. We will definitely stay again.
Heather G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
6/10 Okay
Anna A.
Dec 20, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing Rental with Great Views.
Great view of the harbor, but the house is very dated, especially the kitchen and bath. Sleeps 8, but you have to walk through one of the bedrooms to get to the rest of the house.
All the non-stick cook wear except for 1 had scrapes throughout the non-stick surface. The cooking utensils had food still stuck on them from the previous guests. With the cook wear provided you really can't cook for 8.
There are no toiletries provided and only 1 roll of paper towels for the entire stay. The upstairs bathroom faucet has the hot water and cold water handles mixed up, so the hot water is on the right and cold on the left. They have very hot water, so almost everyone burned themselves when they turned on the water to wash their hands, thinking it was the cold water.
The furnace was not working and when we called maintenance in the middle of the night because we could smell an odor, we were told they would come, but they never did, even after 2 calls in the middle of the night, so we had to turn off the furnace in the middle of the night in December when the temperature was 40F.
When we arrived, we had to make our own beds with the linens and bedding that was provided in a saran wrapped and put on each bed. There were not enough blankets and pillowcases provided, so we had to call the next day for more. Which made our 1st night a horribly cold night since the furnace wasn't working and there weren't enough blankets.
The TV doesn't work, it turns off and on and does not connect to the internet, so you can't watch Netflix, Hulu, etc.
Lastly, for check-out, after paying over $400 in cleaning fees, we were told we needed to take out the trash, remove all bedding and linens and place them by the door and wash the dishes.
We loved the view of the harbor, but won't be renting this place for our next stay.
Anna A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tyrone M.
Jul 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and location!
Ideal location - and great view. The large living space was perfect for our stay.
Tyrone M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeff S.
Oct 12, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay but relaxing
The property has the best view, and you could say you have your own private beach on The peninsula
Jeff S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Always a treat
Amazing location, perfect size house, would rent over and over.