A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI

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Entire home

View from kitchen. Large window w/privacy shade. Comfy couch, fan, air cond.

The Beach on 29th Street - one short block away. Clean and calm water.

Living and dining area. Pull out high-end couch. Slip covers washed frequently.

Dishwasher, coffee maker, dishes, and cookware. Custom art by local artist.

Kitchen contains essentials to cook a full meal. Salt, pepper & sugar too.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Newport Beach, CA

Balboa Peninsula Beaches2 min walk
Newport Pier11 min walk
Hoag Hospital14 min walk
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)15 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

If you are looking for a clean and upscale vacation living environment with quality furnishings/decor and exceptional hosts, you have found YOUR Newport place. Grab your favorite beach pal and come stay with us. We are within close walking distance to the beach, store, a variety of restaurants/pubs and a host of coastal activities such as paddle boarding, bay cruises, fishing and whale watching. We provide quiet air conditioning, clean upscale grill, smart tv, wifi, beach towels/chairs, cooler and umbrella.

Our goal and commitment to you is value and exemplary service; after all, this is what we expect when we travel. This is our second VRBO - sits upstairs, in back of our first (VRBO # 457086) which we have enjoyed renting on VRBO since 2013. Read our impressive reviews! We pride ourselves in providing exceptional service to our guests - personal touches that chain establishments just can't offer. Also, we are on-site to ensure your needs are addressed timely and satisfactorily.

Airy one-bedroom with state-of-the-art air treatment, full kitchen, designer 3/4 bath; stocked with fresh linens, small appliances and everything you need to enjoy the beach such as towels, chairs and umbrella.
Close proximity to all things Newport. A short walk to the beach, market, ATM, dry cleaner, nail shop, pubs and restaurants.

Property manager

Kimberlee Vandenakker

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Welcome to our charming little cottage, built in 1921 and renovated in 2013!

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Microwave

A classic Balboa Island cottage on a corner lot, centrally located. You'll enjoy the spacious patio throughout the day!

Pet-friendly

Laundry

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This unit is designed for a maximum of two people. Please do not entertain visitors without PRIOR approval from the on-site owners/VRBO Hosts.

We do not permit our guests to have overnight visitors.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number SLP13473

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport Beach

This cottage is located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood in Newport Beach, and is near theme parks and near the 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 Orange County Great Park. Orange County Fairgrounds and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk
Newport Pier - 11 min walk
Hoag Hospital - 14 min walk
Balboa Pier - 5 min drive
Fashion Island - 7 min drive

Getting around

Orange Station - 19 min drive
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

Cassidy's Bar & Grill - 5 min walk
Chihuahua Cerveza - 3 min walk
Laventina's Big Cheese Pizza - 2 min walk
Helmsman Ale House - 2 min walk
Woody's Wharf - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cut Above, Walk to it ALL, CLEAN, AC, Grill, WIFI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Louisa B., Houston, TX

28 Nov 2023

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

Perfect Vacation Rental

This was an ideal rental; exactly as pictured, well-stocked and comfortably furnished. Owners/hosts live on-site and were friendly and available as needed to greet us upon arrival, provide info about the area, save a space for parking, and help us log on to the TV to watch an urgent college football game, and otherwise they were unobtrusive and not in the way. This was our first time to the Newport Beach area, and this was an ideal location to stay. We walked almost everywhere, along the beach, to the grocery store, to nearby restaurants and bars for meals and sunset cocktails, and we also explored further down the coast to other nearby towns. This would be a great place for a family with small kids, as the beach and many activities are so easy to access. As empty-nesters, we thoroughly enjoyed it as well, and would love to return to John and Kimberlee's home again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

27 Nov 2023

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

Fantastic Stay

Our stay at this property was really fantastic. John & Kimberlee were excellent hosts and gave us top notch service and made us feel at home. Nothing but great things to say about the overall experience. 5 stars

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

26 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful space in a beautiful place!

Kimberlee and John were wonderful hosts and we would definitely stay at their beautiful VRBO again! It was a short walk to the beach, grocery store, restaurants and more! We enjoyed having use of their beach chairs and bikes! This was a great spot to enjoy Newport Beach, Balboa Island and Corona del Mar. And the sunsets were gorgeous!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

17 Sept 2023

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

Great location and amenities

This is the perfect getaway for couples. Short walk to the beach. They provide beach chairs, umbrella, and bicycles. Kitchen is fully stocked. It's perfect!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

6 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful!

Fantastic all around!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kimberlee Vandenakker

Owners are on site and here to make your stay everything you expect and more! The property is in the Peter H. Swanberg Trust and has a rich history of romance and family. We are very easy to work with and offer a more personalized experience. Ask and we will see if we can make it happen. We have provided transportation to and from the airport, arranged for flowers and champagne, provided everything from needle and thread to a place for the grooms to hang out while the bride was at the church primping for her big day.

Why they chose this property

Friendly and clean ocean water - and pristine beach within close proximity to everything Newport is known for - relaxed fun in the sun and cool breezes!