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BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND

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STUNNING ELEGANCE WITH A BEACHY FEELING
FROM YOUR MASTER BEDROOM TO THE BAY
Marina
The Best Beach on Balboa Island
ENJOY YOUR DINNER ON THE BAY

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Balboa Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Fashion Island
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Corona del Mar State Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND

“Super Cleaned”
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Best North Bay Front Location,
Updated Kitchen - Dining Table with view of the Bay
Large Patio and outdoor dining, BBQ ,
Master Bedrooms has an amazing Bay View (super comfy Cal King )
Master Bedroom 2 has a super comfy Cal KIng Bed and a Twin
1 Queen Bedroom
Cozy living room with fireplace and smart TV
WIFI, Large SmartTV in Living Room, and Master Bdrm, 32 ' HD in Second and third Bedrooms
On site carport parking (2 car),
'Super Comfortable Beds with luxury linens and Everything you need for a great time at the beach.
THIS IS A NON SMOKING PROPERTY.

This home has been “Super Cleaned” after each guest utilizing the methods recommended by the CDC.
DUFFY ELECTRIC BOAT RENTAL AVAILABLE

City of Newport Beach
Short Term Lodging Permit No. SLP-11706

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small parties allowed. Noise rules apply.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Non-shedding / house broken
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
THIS IS A NON SMOKING PROPERTY
Shoes off upstairs
Wash sand off before entering house. No shoes upstairs. Non smoking property

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
Note from host: Small parties allowed. Noise rules apply.
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 SLP13194

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport Beach

Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bren Events Center, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Newport Dune - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEST LOCATION ON EXCLUSIVE NORTH BAY FRONT, BALBOA ISLAND located?

Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and excellent location Brad is a premier host and we enjoyed our time in Balboa
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved staying at Brad’s place. Loved being able to walk to restaurants and loved the toys available to be on the water. Will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is wonderful house located right on the beach path on Balboa Island. We have stayed here many times, my wife and I and sometimes our adult children. Two steps to the beach and you are all set; beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels come with the house. The owner, Brad, is super responsive, getting back to us quickly and solving any problems (although there seldom are any problems). We cannot wait until our next vacation at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Balboa Island Gem

This house has all the best attributes for a great visit to the Newport Beach area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D.

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

Halloween

Great, owner friendly and helpful . The location is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Blissful Balboa

Balboa Island never disappoints as our 3 generation family had a delightful week on Balboa staying in Brad’s oceanfront house. He is a perfect host and we enjoyed our vacation gathering. We hope to continue our tradition of meeting in Balboa for special celebrations
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Super fun Christmas family celebration

Our sons and grandchildren stayed here with us and it was perfect for us. Great grandparents, Aunts and Uncles joined us for Christmas dinner and there was plenty of room. Great location. We walked to the ferry, restaurants downtown, and there are two markets that are walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B., Pleasanton, California

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

Family time

The location is wonderful! We loved walking and exploring the area. Brad was great and made us feel very welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D.

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

Family Tradition

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell and Sally R.

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

Excellent Visit

Had a delightful stay. The location is well situated on the north side of the island, walkable to everything. Wonderful views and having the owner/prop manager adjacent was nice to have… he is friendly, helpful, knowledgeable. Would love a chance to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Balboa Paradise

This home is beautiful, spacious and has the perfect location & amenities. Brad is the greatest host and his home is just perfect for a family to enjoy everything that Balboa has to offer. We especially enjoyed using Brad's Duffy to explore the beautiful area. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lannie W.

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

Island Gem

This is a wonderful location on Balboa Island! We vacation on the island almost every year and this property is one of our favorites. There are many amenities that other houses don’t provide such as paddle boards, kayaks, and an optional use of the Duffy boat. Our family, from grandparents to infants, thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandice S.

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

Great views… wonderful place to stay… open and communicative

Fabulous… highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Celebrate Birthday

We chose this home because of the location and all of the amenities to accommodate 3 generations for a birthday celebration. Brad the host was wonderful to work with. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Wonderful beach house getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home on Balboa Island immensely. Balboa Island has become one of our favorite places, and this is the perfect location from which to enjoy everything it has to offer. The house is comfortable(great beds, linens, comfy furniture), well-equipped in every sense (the kitchen has everything needed for making great meals), and we enjoyed being there immensely. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Great Getaway

Our 3 generation family getaway to Balboa was perfect for everyone. The teens loved paddle boarding, the parents enjoyed the Serenity of our ocean view and the grandparents were delighted with Brad’s beautiful home and all its amenities. The colorful sunsets and ocean views made our family gathering one to remember. We look forward to returning to charming Balboa soon and would love to stay in the same house as it was wonderful for all of us. Thanks for being a great host Brad.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Las Vegas

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

Loved the Location

We loved the location of the house. Exactly as described. The house had all we needed to enjoy a wonderful week on Balboa Island with friends and family. The kids learned to kayak thanks to Brad's generosity and use of kayaks. Hope to be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Great location, place & host!

This is a fantastic vacation rental for families with young children or adults looking for a very comfortable beach house in a great location. It has a large patio on the harbor, two large bedrooms, an 8-minute walk to restaurants and shops, and parking with room for two SUVs. It was very clean and stocked with all the kitchen tools, nice towels and sheets, and lots of sand toys for the kids. Brad, the host, is very responsive and wants to ensure you have everything you need and a great stay. Even though we only live less than 30 minutes away, this will become our yearly vacation spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect North Bayfront House

My wife and I loved this house. The view of bay from the patio, the downstairs, and the upstairs master bedroom was perfect. Being on the water front is especially relaxing. The house was well outfitted with beach necessities, and the beds were comfortable. Brad made the check-in and check-out quite easy, providing his number in case we needed anything. He even called us after our stay to make sure we enjoyed it and to see if we thought anything needed to be improved. We didn't see anything in need. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer and John B.

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

Mini spring break getaway

My husband and I brought our younger daughter and a few of her friends down to the island for a few days. We've stayed in many places and this is one of our favorites. The master bedroom has a gorgeous view of the bay and very spacious with a desk with a view - and super comfy couch. Great space if you're needing to get some work done or just want a quieter place to sit and read. The other two bedrooms and bath upstairs also were fantastic. The kitchen is very user friendly and a nice dining room, with another full bath off the kitchen. Full screen TV's in LR and BR's and great amenities. Brad is a perfect host and we so enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks and duffy ride. Thank you Brad for a great getaway both for us and the girls had a blast! We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eddie D.

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

Balboa Island Paradise

What a fantastic 4 nights and 5 days! Let’s start with Brad! What a fantastic host! Brad was 1st class all the way. Friendly, helpful and made us feel welcomed the entire time. Location, Location, Location! Right on the water with a private boat deck where we enjoyed happy hour. The Duffy boat rental was an added benefit. All accommodations were excellent. Cable TV with plenty of channels including HBO and Showtime. Beds and closet space was excellent for my family. Parked the car and walked to all restaurants, ferry and beach. I looked at several places on the island and glad we chose this property! Hope to be back soon! Thanks Again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jill p.

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

Birthday

The house was older and a lot of wood, which I liked. I picked this property because I grew up in a house like this; lots of wood, not stucco. Brad allowed us to bring our well behaved Golden Retriever, & I think she behaved well, at least I hope so. Would pick this house again. Only one problem is it takes the water a long time to get warm. Since we seem to have a water shortage I hate to let water waste while it warms up
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Excellent location for Balboa and Newport Lots to explore.

Well stocked Kitchen for cooking family Thanksgiving. Large dining room table, Comfy main living area with gas fireplace Nice bedrooms two with extra large space .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S., Seattle

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

Wonderful Cali Beach House

Awesome California Beach house with vintage style. Great location on Balboa, very quiet but central to all the shops and restaurants. Our kids loved playing on the beach. Friendly neighbors and always something to see with boats and walkers passing by. Host lives onsite and available to help with anything needed. He was very nice and chill. House is much bigger than appears in pics. Lovely office with great view in the Master bedroom. Will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara L.

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

Watch the parade go by

Fun property - short walk to shops and restaurants. Kayaks and paddle boards included. Lovely patio to watch the world go by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brad Salter

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Long Time Balboa Island Owners.
Occidental College Graduates

City of Newport Beach Short Term Lodging Permit #
STLP # 11706

Why they chose this property

WATCH THE WORLD GO BY YOUR BALBOA ISLAND BAYFRONT HOME.
GREAT BEACHFRONT LOCATION FOR STAND UP PADDLING, KAYAKS, BOATING AND SWIMMING.
BBQ ON THE BOARDWALK AND RELAX WATCHING THE SUNSET ON THE BAY. CLOSE TO SHOPS, RESTAURANTS (ALL WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE).

What makes this property unique

Large bedrooms, three full bathrooms, TVs in all bedrooms.
This is a special place in the world where you and your family can have fun and feel safe as you sit on the patio and watch the world go by. Close to shops and restaurants. Everything is within walking distance. Park your car and settle in. Sit on the beach in front of your house or walk to the ferry and go to the ocean for the day.
THIS IS A NON SMOKING PROPERTY.

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