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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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Newport Beach, CA
Balboa Beach
Place, Balboa Beach
2 min walk
Balboa Peninsula Beaches
Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
2 min walk
Mother’s Beach
Place, Mother’s Beach
5 min walk
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Ensuite Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub
Welcome to Sand Castle! Located on the stunning Balboa Peninsula, this rustic beach home is as cute as it is accommodating, allowing you to experience the true coastal lifestyle of Newport. Warm neutral tones, vaulted ceilings, and large windows that welcome the California sun allow guests to enjoy a sunny, laid-back ambiance that matches the coastal lifestyle. The backyard is the perfect spot to settle down (or turn up!) after a day on the beach just blocks away – a hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor bar will elevate any happy hour or sunset soiree. So grab a drink, grab your friend, and get your vacay started! Nearby Attractions: Balboa Peninsula, Fashion Island Shopping, Balboa Surf 7 Style (Rent Bikes and Paddleboards), The Market (try the Reuben Sandwich!), Balboa Fun Park, Corona Del Mar Beach, Whale Watching, Newport Pier, Gondola Adventures.
Surf’s up! This coastal city has the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast and is known for its amazing beaches, parks, restaurants, and outdoor shopping centers. The living is easy here and it often includes bike rides along the boardwalk and watching pros surf some of the biggest swells in Southern California at The Wedge. Take the ferry to Balboa Island for the best seafood in the area and to ride the historic Ferris wheel at everyone’s favorite old-school amusement park.
Experience Newport Beach, AvantStay Style.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Home Truths: - This is a two-story home with a staircase connecting the lower and upper floors. - This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. - The fireplaces are not available for guest use. - Please note that the jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom currently only functions as a bathtub as the jets do not work. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request. - Please note, this home is not located directly on the sand; it is one block away. - The front yard furniture has been recently replaced with new seating. Please note that the seating will be slightly different from what is shown in the listing photos. - Please note that the jets on the master bathroom's bathtub is currently out of order. - The reservation holder must be at least 25 and must be present for the entire stay.
Parking Details: Garage fits 2 small cars or 1 medium/large car. Street parking.
This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and a high chair available.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King w/ twin trundle & En-suite Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / Queen bed
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All guest stays in Newport Beach subject to the city's 10% Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT).
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Newport Beach Permit #SLP_13090
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Newport Beach
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting.
Is Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub on 22 June 2026 start from AU$1,199, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sand Castle by AvantStay | Beach House on Balboa Peninsula w/ Patio & Hot Tub located?
Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Beach Pier. Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful property and great location! The did a great job from check in to check out making sure we had what we needed.
Paul O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We’re glad you enjoyed the property and its great location. It’s wonderful to hear everything from check-in to check-out went smoothly and that our team took good care of you. We’d love to host you again anytime!
My family and I had a wonderful stay. The location was perfect, a few steps to the sand. The house was well stocked with beach supplies and the hot tub was relaxing in the evening with the fire table. I would love to stay here again.
Stephanie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you and your family had such a great stay and enjoyed the easy beach access, well-stocked amenities, and relaxing evenings with the hot tub and fire table.
We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back again soon!
Wonderful property! Everything was as described, if not better! And communication for the Property Manager was excellent!
Tony G.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear the property exceeded your expectations and that everything matched the description.
It’s also great to know our team’s communication made your stay smoother. We really appreciate you choosing our home and would love to host you again anytime!
Close to cute village, boardwalk along beach was a perfect morning walk! Cozy house
Rob H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2025
Thanks, Rob! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the location and those peaceful morning walks along the boardwalk. Glad the house felt cozy for your stay—hope to have you back again!
Loved the location and all of the amenities. Beautiful house and had everything we needed and more!
Lexia B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Thank you, Lexia! We're so glad you loved the location and amenities. It's wonderful to hear that the house had everything you needed for a great stay. We’d love to host you again in the future!
The house is very close to the beach, very comfortable, clean, and has everything you need.
Daphna F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Hi, Daphna. It sounds like the house had everything you needed for a perfect beach getaway—comfort, cleanliness, and convenience! Glad to hear you enjoyed it! Please come back.
This property was perfect. Close to the beach, close to shopping and restaurants. Very clean and the response from the hosts was excellent. I highly recommend this rental!
Benjamin A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review! You and your family are always welcome here at AvantStay!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Liane! We're thrilled to hear that you found the house amazing and enjoyed its perfect location. Providing a positive experience for our guests is our top priority, and we're delighted that you had a great stay. We look forward to hosting you again and providing another fantastic experience during your next visit.
I’m from San Diego and two of my friends from the East Coast came out to visit for a long weekend. This property was perfect for us. It was everything we had hoped for.
Stacey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2024
Thank you, Stacey, for your feedback. We're so glad the property worked well for you and your friends during your long weekend. It’s great to hear that it met all your expectations. We hope to have the opportunity to host you and your friends again in the future!
We loved our stay! Location is great! Very comfortable for the amount of people we had! So nice that we didn’t even use one of the bathrooms. Kitchen was nice and spacious! Questions were answered very quickly. It was a wonderful trip!
Erin G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks for the kind words! We are so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our property. We hope to have you all back soon!
Beautiful property- responsive management from Avantstay to address a few items.The most significant was the jet function of the hot tub , which was disappointing but did not ruin the trip.Steep stairs to upper bedroom will give you a work out !Very close to beach not on the sand .
Lisa P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
Thank you, Lisa! We’re glad you found the property beautiful and appreciated the responsive management. We’re sorry the hot tub jet didn’t meet expectations, but happy it didn’t impact your trip too much. Thanks for the note about the stairs and the convenient proximity to the beach. We’d love to welcome you back!
Great response time to questions or concerns. The best part is they allowed our dogs. House was fully equipped with nice things. They included nice amenities too.
susan g.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Susan, so glad you enjoyed a great stay and location! Thanks for your kind words regarding our service, and we look forward to having you back in the future.
Exactly as pictured. The hot tub was hot and in the ground. The fireplace downstairs works. The beach is around the corner. The house was beautiful. The owner gives you beach chairs access to bikes to ride asking the sidewalk. A cooler to use. Beach towels. They thought of everything. I would rent from here again!
Cyree C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Cyree! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the beach house well-equipped. We'd be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!
This home exceeded my expectations. The house was as described and perfect for our family. I loved that the kitchen was large with an island and stocked with much more than you usually find in a short rental. When we arrived everything was clean. The beds were comfortable! Outdoor patio was great- we loved the hot tub! Garage was also stocked with so many beach goodies. 2 bikes were available and so fun to ride on the boardwalk! Beach is VERY close! Basically one house away. When we did have an issue with the hot tub the Avantstay team was so great! They resolved the problem in such a timely manner and were also Positive the whole time and friendly. When I had a general question they also responded immediately. Overall I’d definitely stay at this property again and would recommend it to anyone!
Kasey H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2025
Thank you, Kasey! We're glad to hear the home exceeded your expectations and worked perfectly for your family. It’s great that you enjoyed the kitchen, outdoor patio, hot tub, and beach access. We're also happy to hear that the AvantStay team was able to assist promptly and make sure everything went smoothly. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to host you again anytime!
The place was a great location, and we had a group from ages 11-80, so house was a good fit and glad to have some main floor bedrooms.
The bedrooms were very spacious and had more room than we thought we would.
The trundle in the master was a true twin bed and perfect for young kids.
Garage was plenty big, but was also easily able to find street parking right in front most of the time.
House kitchen has all the basics from equipment wise, but if you cook prepare to bring any cooking supplies. Dishwasher was on it's last leg, so had to hand wash most things.
Hot Tub was great and used alot when we were there. There were two bikes that worked - but also close place a few blocks down that was reasonable to rent.
There were plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and beach toys.
Loved our time there.
Kimberly H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2025
Thank you so much, Kimberly, for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that the home was a great fit for your multi-generational group and that you enjoyed the spacious bedrooms, beach amenities, and hot tub. We appreciate your feedback on the dishwasher and will look into it. It’s great to know you had a fantastic time, and we’d love to host you again in the future!
The location of the house was great, however not accurate from the listing. It pins that the home is walking distance to lido marina and it is not. Very close to the beach though which is great. It is an older home that has been redone. Communication with Avant was easy however the internet and heat in the home did not work properly. The upstairs master was extremely warm when maintaining the main level at a normal temp. probably a better home for older kids as two bedrooms are on the main level and master upstairs. Lots of room for a larger family. Overall, nice experience. Hot tub was an added bonus!
Mindy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with us. Though it’s never easy hearing we’ve disappointed one of our guests, we appreciate you taking the time to share where we fell short. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the hot tub and we'd love another opportunity to provide you a 5-Star experience!
This was my second stay at this property. Several amenities weren't functioning properly. The hot tub was barely 85 degrees max, bbq impossible to light & very weak flame from a brand new propane tank, kitchen faucet had no hot water, Carbon monoxide alarm going off due to bad batteries, master sink completely clogged & I was able to clean hair & debris myself, and the toilet was filthy as though someone had puked all over it. Also, 2 bikes had broken chains so we had to rent bikes. Several lights are burned out inside and outside on property. We love this house and understand it really just needs TLC and a new cleaning crew that recognizes dirty & clogged sinks etc.
Deanne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review and for staying with us again, Deanne. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay. We will take a look at the bikes and get them repaired promptly. Regarding the propane, we did fill the empty tank and also purchased an extra new one, and there were two full propane tanks left after your departure. We truly appreciate your feedback and will work on addressing the other concerns, including the cleaning and maintenance issues. Your input helps us improve, and we hope to welcome you back for a better experience in the future.
About the host
Hosted by AvantStay
At AvantStay, we pride ourselves on our guest experience. We do the trip planning - so you can spend more time on vacation. With 24/7 customer support, a dedicated concierge, and tech-enabled touchpoints from the moment you book to an easy and seamless check-out, we make your experience as carefree as you could possibly want it to be. AvantStay features 500 homes in 30+ destinations and is growing quickly. For any questions about your next trip, please don't hesitate to reach out directly and we'd be more than happy to help your vacation come true.
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