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Great Family Spot w/ AC, Walk to Beach, Parking, Huge Private Patio w/BBQ, Two Private Cottages

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Plenty of seating out front and nice gated area for the little ones to play in!
If you really wanted to, you can enjoy the game or the news on the TV from the dining nook.
As you approach the cottage from the street, you notice several classic beach features...patio, dutch doors, low fences.
A mere 2 blocks down the street or 5 minutes away is the beach!  Hey, someone left the gate open!
Family vacations are about being together and this cottage allows that with the front living room, dining area, and main kitchen all connected.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationBalboa Peninsula Beaches3 min walk
  • Popular LocationHoag Hospital16 min walk
  • Popular LocationNewport Pier17 min walk
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Cottage Pull Out

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Room 2

1 Double Bed

Guest Room 3

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Great Family Spot w/ AC, Walk to Beach, Parking, Huge Private Patio w/BBQ, Two Private Cottages

Free Whale Watching, Bike Rentals, Prehistoric Pets! We are happy to offer our guests Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination!


We have implemented CDC Approved cleaning. Using additional sanitizing and anti-bacterial products, especially on "high-touch" items. Staying in a vacation rental can be safer than hotels and you control the environment.

SLP 11667/11668

Picture a coastal getaway where the sun-kissed charm of Newport Peninsula meets the comfort of home. That's what awaits you at "Twin Tides Retreat". This unique, air-conditioned, twin-cottage setup effortlessly blends vintage allure with modern amenities. Offering a perfect balance between togetherness and solitude, our retreat is just a breezy two-block stroll from the beach. Whether you want to unwind in comfort, enjoy al fresco meals on the patio, or explore local attractions, this family-friendly retreat has got you covered. The brick front patio is inviting, the private courtyard in the middle is a great place to start the day, or swimming, boarding, surfing or sunning on the sand! The unique layout provides a great space for families to enjoy the fun together, but with separate space to relax and un-wind after a day of fun.

NO PETS: Due to family health issues this property is strictly no-pets, including service animals. We respect that service animals are important to owners, however, their presence in this home is a serious health risk.

The rear cottage is commonly called the parent’s (or grandparent’s) escape. One thing that we love about the property is the central patio between the cottages that serves as a private patio!

Sleeping Arrangements (sleeps 8)
• Master: Queen Bed,(rear cottage)
• Guest Room: Double Bed (front cottage)
• Guest Room: Double Bed (front cottage)
• Activity Room: Sofa Bed (rear cottage)

Living Room
• Large TV (Smart TV)
• Seating for 4

Patios (Front/Back):
• Outdoor Dining for up to 10 People using both patios
• Gas BBQ

Kitchen / Dining
• Both cottages have a kitchen
• Service for 10
• Microwave
• Coffee Maker
• Osmosis Water System

Bathrooms
• Front cottage: shower
• Rear cottage: shower

Linens / Towels
• Included in rental

Beach Items
• Beach Towels
• Beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys

Home Highlights
• Air Conditioning
• Short walk to 32nd Street and Lido Village Shopping Centers (Grocery Store and Dining)
• WI-FI
• BBQ
• Parking (1 car garage mid-size vehicle)
• Hair Dryer / Iron
• Ceiling Fans

Enter the front cottage through a Dutch door to the living area. There is comfortable seating to the left and a large TV. The kitchen has stainless appliances and a small built-in eating nook with seating for four. In the front cottage, the first bedroom down the hallway has a double bed and flat panel TV. The second bedroom to the back of the house has a double bed, a wall-mounted flat panel TV and access to the courtyard. The hall bathroom has a shower. The front cottage is equipped with Air Conditioning.

The rear cottage has an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. The hall bathroom has a shower. The living and dining area are in the back with a large brown leather sofa - which converts to a queen bed in the evening – and a high-topped table with seating for two. There is a wall-mounted flat panel TV to keep the kids entertained in the evenings. The rear cottage has Air Conditioning.

The back cottage has one bedroom, upstairs with a queen bed. The bedroom is semi-private; no door at the top of the stairs. The space is open and bright, with a TV, plenty of windows, sky-lights atop the vaulted ceiling and a ceiling fan.

BOTH COTTAGES HAVE AIR CONDITIONING WITH NO ADDITIONAL COSTS.

Our home has two distinct patios for the your family to enjoy. The front patio has dining table with a market umbrella for enjoying sunshine during the summer. The private courtyard between the two cottages has a wood-plank deck and features a patio table with six chairs and an umbrella for shade. The whole family can enjoy meals grilled on the gas BBQ. The outdoor shower is available to rinse away sand before going inside, and the fence has hooks for towels, wetsuits and swim suits.

PARKING: One car parking in a garage, attached to the back cottage
LAUNDRY: There is a stacked washer and dryer in the back bedroom walk-in closet, detergent is provided.

Check-in time: 3:30 p.m. arrival date
Check-out time: 10 a.m. departure date

Locals know the 3-mile-long stretch with the harbor on one side and broad, sandy California beaches on the other as “the Peninsula.” The Balboa Peninsula has two piers with views of the shoreline, surfers, and sunbathers spanning for miles. A walk straight down Main Street brings you to the historic Balboa Pavilion, made famous in the 30s and 40s for being the home of Big Band era legends Count Basie and Benny Goodman.

Explore the Peninsula on two-wheels or by foot via the boardwalk/bike path. The Newport Pier area with shops and local eateries galore is minutes away by bicycle and a 10-15-minute walk. Visit Seaside Donuts, Jane’s Corndogs, Dory Deli. Breakfast at Charlie’s Chili are musts for locals and out-of-towners. Within walking distance at 32nd Street is a Pavilions grocery store. Chihuahua, Palmiyra, and Sancho’s serve up tacos, burritos and more. Gina’s offers pizza and pasta for the whole family. Around the corner on Newport Boulevard there are several restaurants to try. The newly renovated Lido Marina Village with high-end restaurants and boutiques is within walking distance.

Please note that our properties may have electronic devices installed such as electronic locks, front door cameras, or noise monitors.

Property manager

Scott Carpenter
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 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
Property Registration Number SLP11667

About the area

Newport Beach

This holiday home is located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 3 min walk
  • Hoag Hospital - 16 min walk
  • Newport Pier - 17 min walk
  • Mother’s Beach - 17 min walk
  • Balboa Pier - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 19 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honor Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chihuahua Cerveza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laventina's Big Cheese Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Family Spot w/ AC, Walk to Beach, Parking, Huge Private Patio w/BBQ, Two Private Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Great Family Spot w/ AC, Walk to Beach, Parking, Huge Private Patio w/BBQ, Two Private Cottages?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Family Spot w/ AC, Walk to Beach, Parking, Huge Private Patio w/BBQ, Two Private Cottages located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Hoag Hospital and Mother’s Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Great stay in the perfect location!
We rent a house on the peninsula in Newport at least once a year and this house might be my favorite. I loved having the two cottages with ample patio space. The property was clean and up to date which is hard to find in Newport in that price range. We also loved the location. It was walking distance to the perfect stretch of beach, the grocery store and tons of restaurants. There were just a few small issues and Scott was immediately responsive. Also, we couldn't park in the garage with the door closed, it was just too tight. That was the only negative. We did find room on the street most of the time though. We would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We stayed with familt in this wonderfully located, perfectly appointed, and absolutely spotless little place! Everything was described well and more. We will stay again, and our host was so responsive with any questions. Awesome spring break place⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Awesome Place
This is a great place. It was clean and comfortable. Location was perfect.....walking distance to beach and shopping center. Highly recommend this house (two of them).
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Absolutely Awesome
Scott was a pleasure to deal with. We stayed in a fabulous property with two cottages about a 2 minute walk to the beach. The property had everything we needed. It could not have been in a better location because we were also walking distance from a great selection of restaurants and stores. Very comfortable beds and I was lucky enough to sleep in the room with the surfboard! I highly suggest it and can’t wait to book it for next year.

10/10 Excellent

Jolynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully Stocked and a Great Location
This house had everything that we needed including a portable crib and high chair for my grand daughter. The kitchen was fully stocked and with the two cottages you have two refrigerators, 2 ovens and 2 coffee makers (one uses a cone filter and one a flat-bottomed filter). It's a short walk to the beach and lots of restaurants and a grocery store. The house is in a nice neighborhood and we had no issues finding street parking (we drove a Ford expedition which was too big for the garage). The garage is a standard size one car garage and I think anything except the biggest cars would fit. Inside living spaces aren't large but we spent all of our time outside on the front patio or center courtyard. The air conditioning was much appreciated and worked great to keep the cottages cool. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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