10/10 Excellent
amy h.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage
amy h.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Entire home
1920 Balboa Island Cottage
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 579.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Newport beach, CA
- Balboa Pier8 min walk
- Fashion Island3 min drive
- Newport Pier6 min drive
- Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Futons
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
1920 Balboa Island Cottage
Our cozy island cottage is just steps away from the ferry dock. Take a quick ride over to the Balboa Fun Zone, balboa pier, and miles of sandy beaches.
Or take a casual stroll around the bay front to enjoy the shops and restaurants on Marine Ave, Balboa Island.
There is a local store, coffee shops and restaurant only a block away.
The cottage has a unique front yard patio on Balboa Island for outdoor dining or a little R&R. It also has a gas fire pit, bbq grill, giant jenga, and outdoor dining area.
Or take a casual stroll around the bay front to enjoy the shops and restaurants on Marine Ave, Balboa Island.
There is a local store, coffee shops and restaurant only a block away.
The cottage has a unique front yard patio on Balboa Island for outdoor dining or a little R&R. It also has a gas fire pit, bbq grill, giant jenga, and outdoor dining area.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
Property Registration Number SLP13643
About the area
Newport Beach
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Balboa Island, 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 Newport Harbor Nautical Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Newport beach, CA
What's nearby
- Balboa Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Balboa Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Corona del Mar State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Class of 47 - 4 min drive
- Bayside Restaurant - 19 min walk
- The Galley Cafe - 4 min drive
- Cabo Cantina - 5 min drive
- Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
sherill f.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and good location
sherill f.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Janet N.
20 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful place in a wonderful place!
Janet N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
chad w.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home
chad w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Graeme B.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cottage amid the McMansions
Graeme B.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Larry
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Larry
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great classic Balboa Cottage
Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We landed in paradise. Lucky us!
Jennifer J.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan J., United States
4 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
Megan J.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jill G., University Place, Washington
20 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
Jill G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Beth P.
26 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect island visit
Beth P.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
dave s.
25 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three Day Get Away
dave s.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Josh Kennedy
What makes this property unique
This property has its own private front yard area, where most properties on the island do not have this feature. Its also one of the oldest cottages on the island that has been fully restored.
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