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Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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The rental is the upstairs of duplex; downstairs and patio - see VRBO 19311
Living area
Mater bed with bath
Room
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 597.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Balboa Pier
  • Place, Balboa Beach
  • Place, Fashion Island
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bed

1 Queen Bed

Two Twins

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom/Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier


Classic Balboa Beachfront – Upstairs Unit with Stunning Ocean Views.
Wake up to dreamy ocean views in this 3-bedroom, 2-bath upstairs unit of a classic beachfront home on the Balboa Peninsula. This upper duplex rental offers all the coastal charm of old Balboa with an unbeatable location, incredible views, and a family-friendly price. (Patio is for first floor rental only)

Enjoy a spacious master bedroom with its own sitting area, private bath, and oval spa jetted tub. A fully equipped kitchen opens into the living area, complete with TV and a comfy sectional sofa for relaxing after a day in the sun.
Sleeps up to 5 guests comfortably.
Bring your binoculars—you won’t want to miss dolphins, sailboats, and views passing by. Just a short 5-block stroll brings you to the Balboa Ferry, Pavilion, Catalina Flyer boat, Fun Zone arcade, and more. From here, it’s easy to walk to the pier, boat ride to Catalina, & rent bikes (3 blocks south) for a ride along the boardwalk.
Parking & Property Notes:
One on-site parking space behind the house. Additional street and city lot parking available 4 blocks south. We’ve been hosting families here for over 20 years and welcome the opportunity to offer families a sweet vacation.
No smoking, No parties or excessive noise (quiet hours after 9pm)
(City Filing: SLP 13142 – City tax of 10% collected on all rentals)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We ask for no smoking and no pets. Please respect one on-site parking space. Thank you for being a good neighbor (no parking at neighboring property)
We ask for a 9 pm quiet hour. No excessive partiers please. Sound does carry and we want to be a good neighbor
You will be renting the upper 3 bedroom unit. The lower unit will likely be booked and the lower unit guests are the only people with patio access

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number SLP13141

About the area

Newport Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach. Newport Pier and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Orange County Great Park. Orange County Fairgrounds and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balboa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Newport Pier - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 24 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Class of 47 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dreamy Ocean Views - Newport Beach Balboa Pier located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home is steps from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Beach are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and an unbeatable location! The house had everything you could possibly want!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second visit was as great as the first! The panoramic ocean view is a dream, and the house has all the amenities you could ever want. The colors and decor are all perfect for a beach house, rooms are spacious, parking is convenient and access to washer/dryer is so helpful! We love this place and hated to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

A great stay

The property was perfect for what we were looking for. The owner was helpful in communications in the lead up and during our stay. We hope to come again one day
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bri T.

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

So peaceful in off season!

The view from the house is amazing! The beds are very comfortable and the 5 of us did great sharing the kitchen and living space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasie N.

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

Family time

We enjoyed our stay during fall break. Great lication within walking distance to everything. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

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

Fabulous Home

It was an amazing place to stay!!! Fabulous views and right on the beach!!! It was so easy to check in and Ann was quick to answer questions and very attentive!!! We have been staying in balboa for 6 years now but our normal house was torn down unexpectedly so we were worried about finding a new place and we really don’t like change but we were pleasantly surprised!!! The house is bright/cheery, well maintained and very spacious!! We hope to make it our new annual place to stay!!! Thank you for such a great new place to make future memories!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

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

Perfect location!

This property is right on the beach - we loved seeing the ocean through the huge windows. Property was nice & clean. Easy to access. Great communication with the owner. We were lucky to be there when the fireworks after the boat parade happened.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Wonderful Beach Vacation

This property is right on the beach and very convenient to everything Newport Beach has to offer. We rented bikes, stayed for hours on the beach, and even enjoyed a bonfire right next to the Pacific Ocean. The rental is exactly as described. The kitchen is fully stocked which allowed us to do a few meals and avoid eating every meal out. I highly recommend this rental unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

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

Great experience......

Clean accommodations, responsive staff and absolutely beautiful area. The only "problem" was the stairs due to age of guests. That was of my own doing and we chose the upstairs unit. I would definitely stay here again, just in the downstairs unit. Thank you for the fabulous vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

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

Fun short stay at the beach

We had a fun time at this very ideal beach location. It was so fun to enjoy the boogie boards and bikes that were offered by the owner - little need for a car :) This property does not have air so the fans and cooler nighttime weather are very helpful. We were also grateful for the washer/dryer with so many wet towels and bathing suits - bring your own detergent. Thank you Ann for making this such an easy in & out trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

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

Beach stay for Soccer Showcase In Norco

We opted to stay at the beach and drive the 50 minutes to the soccer fields for a college showcase. The drive was EASY. The house was PERFECT! I had my daughter and 2 other girls on the team, there was so much to do and the girls could walk around and explore on their own. Ann was great with communication. We made dinners some nights, the kitchen had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeEtte W.

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

Perfect beach location

We came here with our exchange student from Pakistan. This cute beach house has a location that can’t be beat! You are literally across from the ocean and directly on the bike path that goes thru Newport. The views are amazing! The beds were super comfy. We stayed in upstairs unit so no little outside area to hang out in, but it was no problem for us. If you are looking for a fun relaxing Newport beach house, look no further. We would definitely stay again. Much better than a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked the top floor the view was amazing and enjoyed having our coffee every morning looking out at the ocean. Ann’s communication during our stay was superb! We loved our stay so much we booked the bottom level.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is just great! Location is perfect for our family and we always have a great time staying here, we have stayed at this home on several occasions and it never disappoints. Ann is the sweetest host and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are some inexpensive improvements that can be made. Maybe some blinds in the living room that actually block the sun in the afternoon. It’s also missing some screens so flies were coming in but at first we didn’t know why. The 2nd bathroom needs work, especially the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our vacation at Ann’s dreamy ocean-view getaway was absolutely wonderful! The views were breathtaking, and her place had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The beds were cozy, and every detail made us feel right at home. We had such a great time, an experience our family will always remember. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane E.

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

Best friends

4 friends that went to high school together 52 years ago. We walked Balboa Island and to the ferry which we took to Catalina Island on a different day. We had so much fun! The beds were really comfortable and so nice to have an extra sink in one of the rooms. We even handled the stairs really well for 72 year old ladies! Beautiful beach view!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle S.

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

A little underwhelming

Location was wonderful. So is the host family. Unfortunately, the place is a bit rundown. We’re having a hard time opening and closing the windows and the shades were falling apart. Also the beach toys and chairs that were mentioned are all rusty. I didn’t even feel comfortable, touching any of them because it looked quite dangerous. Which that let us down a bit we were really relying on those for our trip. Also taking consideration there is no laundry detergent for the washer and dryer. Maybe I was spoiled with other houses that I’ve rented but there’s always been things like coffee creamer and detergent for us to use, but this house didn’t have those extras. aside from that it was a good house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Beach vacations

Great spot. The beach house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Exceeded expectations

The view of the ocean was fabulous and we watched spinnaker dolphins playing our last morning. Beds were comfortable. The unit was clean. Kitchen had what we needed. Owner was very responsive. We were very pleased with our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

OR D.

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

Great Location + Host

Listing doesn’t disappoint! We enjoyed the location, local amenities, and the host went above + beyond to make us feel at home! Thank you Ann! As a former local, you made it easy to share my Newport/Balboa experience with my kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria N.

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

Charming and delightful accommodations!

Lovely accommodations with a lot of amenities. The views were amazing! Very spacious and cozy. We appreciated the location being so close to restaurants and activities. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Just What We Needed!

We enjoyed our stay here so much!!! Everything was extremely clean and the location was ideal. Ann was very welcoming and was even available while she was on a hike! We will definitely be coming back! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway!

Our family of five absolutely loved our stay at Anne's property. The panoramic beach view alone was worth the price! Loved being close to many restaurants as well as the beach, but still found it to be relatively quiet and and peaceful at night. The home was fully stocked and we appreciated the little touches like dimmer switches on the lights and the availability of beach toys. We definitely hope to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Clean home and perfect location

This home has the perfect location! No need to drive anywhere. The beach is across the bike path. The beds are also very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ann

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Our parents purchased this home in 1969 to provide a beach home for my 2 sets of grandmothers to live in (dad's mom downstairs and mom's mom upstairs). This has been a three generation family gathering spot and we continue my parents' legacy of providing a space for families to gather and be together. It is an older beach house that is ready for a new generation of families and/or friends to make memories!

Why they chose this property

The location can not be beat! The Balboa Ferry and Balboa Pier, fishing, stand up paddle boarding at the bay front, a walk to arcades... all favorites for our family. But - the best - is a long sunny day at the beach with frisbee, football, friends, sand and fun!

Walk 4 blocks to rent a paddle board or kayak, take a harbor cruise or a boat to Catalina. One of our favorite past times, rent a cruiser bike and peddle the boardwalk to Huntington Beach or Lido Island.

What makes this property unique

Well appointed kitchen, amazing ocean views and 4 blocks from Catalina Flyer, fishing boats and ferry to Balboa Island

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