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Newport Beach Pirate House

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Exterior
Pirate Steps
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating
Fire Pit

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Balboa Peninsula Beaches
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Marina Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Beach Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 -Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 -Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Downstairs

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 -Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 1 -Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Newport Beach Pirate House

Only a few houses from the sand! Sleeps 5....or 8

This vacation home is located in one of the best areas of Newport beach.  The downstairs unit, or Captain's Quarter's, is a 2bed/1bath pirate themed home.  The downstairs unit  was once featured on HGTV as the pirate house of Newport Beach!  Although the unit has been toned down a bit since its TV days…..once a pirate, always a pirate! There is a queen bed in the master bedroom with room for a pack-n-play.  The second bedroom has a twin over full bunk bed with a twin trundle. Living room has a 65” smart TV. Second bedroom has 32” TV with DVD player.

The upstairs unit, First Mates Quarters, is accessible by an outdoor staircase and is a 1bed/1bath. The unit has its own kitchen and living space. This allows for a bit a privacy between guests. The bedroom has a queen bed with room for a pack-n-play.  Living room couch folds out to a full bed. Living room has 40”  Smart TV.

There is a gas BBQ and outdoor seating, outdoor shower with hot water, beach cart and sand toys. End your day relaxing at the outdoor fire pit or make smores in it.  The garage (one car)  has non-coin operated laundry and an additional toilet.

Bikes can be borrowed for an additional fee.

Linens, towels and a few beach towels provided.

 “Always be yourself. Unless you can be a pirate. Then always be a pirate.”

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
NB has strict guidelines for short term rentals. There is a flyer on how to be a good neighbor at the house. Please review it upon arrival

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number SLP12051
Property # 593329vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Newport Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huntington State Beach and Huntington Beach Beaches, while Orange County Fair and Events Center and Segerstrom Center for the Arts are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lido Marina Village - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mother’s Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Newport Beach Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291 - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 19 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La La Land - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chihuahua Cerveza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Malarky's Irish Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bear Flag Fish Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newport Beach Pirate House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Newport Beach Pirate House?

As of 4 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newport Beach Pirate House on 2 Oct 2026 start from AU$694, 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 Newport Beach Pirate House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newport Beach Pirate House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newport Beach Pirate House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newport Beach Pirate House located?

This family-friendly Newport Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Beach Pier. Huntington Beach Beaches is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and amenities were very good and the check-in process was easy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place to stay. The patio is great! Love the outdoor shower too. Being able to use the bikes in the garage for a deposit saved us from having to rent or bring our own, which is an awesome convenience. This was my family’s second time renting this house, and I’d do it a third time too!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Thanks for the great review and great pic! Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

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

Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was great! The amenities are incredible! We loved our stay. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patti S.

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

Summer Fun

Pirate decorations were fun for the little ones. Nice to have a separate room and bath for grandpa and grandma! Only complaint was upstairs bedroom carpet needs cleaning. Enjoyable stay and loved the bikes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cristie c.

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

ahoy matey!

We had a wonderful stay in this theme based home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

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

Fabulous!

Great location. Good communication with owner. Description of property was right on!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

Wonderful spot!

Bigger in person. Great place for families. So helpful having the upstairs apartment. Only feedback is to update the queen beds, sheets and towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Not enough eating dishes. Only space heaters available upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Family Reunion

We only used the home to sleep as we were gathering at another home on the beach. The home was clean and beds and bedding was clean as well. The check in process was very smooth and the upstairs unit worked well for my parents to have their own space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Perfect place with charming detail, loved it!

We loved this house! It is clean and well kept, and the pirate theme is charming! Everything was perfect. We rented both units and were so happy! Owner communicated details timely and was a pleasure to work with! We visit Newport regularly and have rented many places, this one is top notch. We will for sure be back! Thank you Crystal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you Julie! Glad you guys had a great week and enjoyed the home. We'd love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant Peterson paypal R.

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

Another successful stay at the Pirate House

I believe this is the 4th time we’ve stayed here. The location and convenience keep my family coming back. Very responsive hosts. Trying to find a house in Newport with AC is almost impossible. Combine that with the convenience of tankless water heaters, air compressor for bike tires, a full shower outside to wash the beach off, a bbq grill outside…and you’ve got a successful location for the family! We’ll be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant Peterson paypal R.

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

Pirate house success

This is our 2nd time staying here as a family. Already booked our 3rd. The layout works well for our family of 8. Outside shower is good to have. AC is a great benefit. It’s the little things they do that makes the house great…great garage, air compressor, fireplace outside, tankless water heaters, good kitchen with everything you need. Fast, fast responsiveness from the host.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Perfect Pirate Beach Vacation

Our family stayed in this cute little cottage for 5 days. We loved every minute! It is in such a great location and close to everything. We loved having the extra space upstairs and all the amenities provided at the house. We rode the house bikes nearly every day. The cottage is located very close to the beach and a few blocks from where the boardwalk starts so it was easy to get anywhere we needed to go. The outdoor shower was awesome so that we were able to keep the house sand-free! We loved the whole set up at the house and played cards at the booth kitchen table every night. The TV was awesome for watching sports and movies. A few close restaurant recommendations are Sancho's Tacos, Chronic Tacos, Mama D's and the Alley. All are walkable!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2021
So glad you had a great stay! Those are some of our favorite places to eat too!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Woo Hoo!! Aaaargh second stay!

This was our families second time to stay here for a week and it was just as enjoyable as the first! This rental has everything you need to park the car once and never need it again the whole time you're there! The beds are so comfy and the sleeping arrangements work out terrific for our brood and the gourmet kitchen is equipped with everything you might need. Plus you have your own washer and dryer in the garage! We rented both units and that was terrific for the In Laws to have their own space and still all be together. It is perfect for our teenager and her friends. We love the location, outside shower, toys, bikes and proximity to the beach. We walked and biked each day and came back to a wonderful house for shrimp on the BBQ and a fire in the outside fire pit. We cant wait to make our reservations for next year! Thank you so much for allowing us to have a wonderful time with friends and family!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Yay! We are so happy to have you back. We hope to keep the house as enjoyable each time you visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant Peterson paypal R.

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

Way better than expected!

From the reviews and the description, we were expecting a good home to stay at on our visit to Newport Beach. But honestly, I don’t think the description did it justice. My family has been coming to Newport Beach for about 30 years. We’ve stayed at multiple houses. Many know they’ll be rented regardless of the state of the property. The thing that makes the pirate house unique, is not only the cleanliness and the updates, but also some of the attention to detail to make sure your stay is even more convenient. Labels on the drawers describing the contents, sandwhich baggies and tinfoil to take food to the beach for my kids, a nice grill to cook out (not a rusted out charcoal or gas grill). Beach chairs and boogie boards. An air compressor in the garage for tires. A Keurig coffee maker. We just really enjoyed this home. The owners were very easy to work with and obviously are invested in ensuring people staying here have an enjoyable time. Love The Pirate House!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for the glowing review. As many of our guest know we also stay at the home often so we want it to be comfortable for us and our guest. Your family is welcome back anytime!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Come to the beach and park your carrrgh!!

My husband and I rented both units, 2bed-2bath downstairs, and 1bed-1bath upstairs, along with our daughter and son-in-law. Each unit has their own kitchen, downstairs kitchen is gourmet caliber. There is a gas bbq for outdoor grilling, while enjoying the evening weather. The property is a short block from the beach, which is nearly deserted as there are no public parking areas close by. We paid the bike deposit and did not drive our car the whole time we were there. There are many restaurants close by and the Newport Pier is less than a mile away, we biked down to Balboa as well and walked around the peninsula, and it is an easy ferry ride to the island and it's quaint shops and restaurants. Our daughter's family stayed in the unit downstairs and we stayed upstairs. Both units were very clean, well taken care of, well equipped with linens, cooking utensils, spices and seasonings, and Keurig coffee makers. The upstairs unit was decorated in a nice beach motif while the downstairs carried the pirate theme. The downstairs bath is enormous with a shower and Jacuzzi tub. There is an outdoor shower for rinsing off the salt and sand of the beach. Our only problem with the units was having to leave. We will definitely be back!! Ahoy Mateys!!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Yo Ho Ho! Glad ye family enjoyed your stay. We hope all of our guest leave happy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Comfortable house in a perfect location

We had a wonderful stay at the Pirate House - two parents, a 6 year old, a 3.5 year old, and a grandma. Communication was quick and easy with the hosts. Check-in was a breeze. The house is exactly as described. Better than described, actually. They were depleted in some essential supplies (e.g. sponges, toilet paper, laundry detergent), but there are 2+ supermarkets nearby. We wanted to buy food anyway! And the kitchen appliances are modern and easy to use. We didn’t use the grill or the outdoor fireplace, but they looked nice. The house was clean with fresh linens and plenty of towels. There’s a huge smart tv in the comfortable living room. There are board games for different ages, though no toys for our aged kids (we brought some). The beds are comfortable. There’s a bunk bed trundle combo in one room that could fit 4 kids or three adults. The bathroom has a big tub which was fun for the kids and relaxing for the adults (we couldn’t get the jets to work but it was still great) and a separate shower with strong water pressure. The outdoor shower was awesome when we returned, sandy from the beach. The AC worked well and was lifesaver since it was 85+ everyday. The washer/dryer are big and new and worked well. The house is even more conveniently located than I expected. It’s a very short, safe (no major roads) walk to the beach and right next to a lifeguard stand. We went every morning at least. The garage is spacious and not having to navigate street parking is very convenient. It’s less than 5 minutes from PCH (hwy 1) and Newport Blvd (Hwy 55) which makes getting around very easy and quick. We went to other beaches, south Orange County, San Diego, and LAX. It’s very easy to get food delivered (we used ubereats a lot). Oh I almost forgot the upstairs cottage where grandma stayed. It’s larger than expected. Would be very comfortable for a couple and you could have someone over for a meal bc the living room is spacious. It didn’t seem to be recently renovated like the downstairs. The tv wasn’t as nice and we had trouble turning it on (worked once but not again?) and the air conditioning window unit was very loud and didn’t cool that well on the hotter days. We didn’t use the kitchen or spend much time up there bc the downstairs was our “main house”, so I can’t comment on all the amenities. But you could definitely use it as an extra bedroom like we did, or a separate apartment. All in all we loved the house and had a great trip! Ahoy!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Glad you had a great, although extra warm, week! Thank you for the detailed review and providing future guest with great info. Ahoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great property and a great location. We recommend this property to anyone looking for a beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was in beautiful shape! Clean, Inviting & interesting! Exactly what we were looking for. It far exceeded our expectations! Interior was VERY modern, well decorated and exceptional clean. The location was perfect. I was worried about the street traffic, I was pleasantly surprised, we watched TV in the evening, and it was not a distraction at all. I slept in the master and did not hear anything at all. The Pirate House quickly became our favorite home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A.K. T.

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

Great stay at the Pirate House!

Great sized two bedroom house and attached one bedroom apartment. Quick 2 minute walk to the beach. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey P.

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

Perfect Location! Loved it!

All the comforts of home can be found at The Pirate House! We thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay and this perfectly located, safe and quiet neighborhood. Very affordable, plenty of space and very relaxing time spent here. Would not hesitate to return to Newport Beach and stay at The Pirate House again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

jessica b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

It was a short walk to the beach. Having a parking space in a garage was very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Pirate House

We enjoyed our stay with daughter and her two girls. Separate living spaces were very nice. The girls enjoyed the pirate costumes! Ideal location. Owner response was outstanding. Only suggestion I have is to add wall mounted dispensers for shamoo, conditioner and body wash we see in many ABB's.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Very cute and convenient place

Wonderful stay at this place. So convenient and close to the beach. Owner very helpful and responsive
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Hurley Newport Beach Vacation

This property was awesome. It was very clean and close to the beach. Perfect location for a getaway to the beach! Crystal was amazing and had everything ready for a wonderful week at the Pirate House. We go to Newport every year and this was our favorite beach house. Thank you Crystal
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
Yay! Glad you guys had a great week!

About the host

Hosted by Crystal Bell

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Hello. My name is Crystal. We purchased the "Pirate House" in 2012 because our family loves the beach. We enjoying sharing our piece of paradise with other families that love the beach as much as we do. We do visit the beach often and prefer to take care of the home ourselves rather then have a rental agency do it.

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