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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Newport Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Newport Beach (Balboa Island), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Fashion Island and 7 minutes from Crystal Cove State Park. .This vacation home is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from University of California, Irvine and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Huntington Beach Pier.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Fun Zone - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Pier - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Balboa Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 21 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wilma's Patio Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tuscan Style Retreat - 1-Bed/1-Bath

Picture yourself at this luxurious, private Tuscan-style retreat on beautiful Balboa Island! Situated on a corner lot, this half duplex has everything you need – custom luxury finishes, and one of the best locations on the island. This home features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom and sleeps up to 4 guests.

Upon entering the home, natural travertine flooring, warm custom wainscoting, and an ornate staircase lead you upstairs to the main level with vaulted ceiling and an open concept living room and kitchen. No expenses were spared for the finishes of the home – the custom wainscoting and tumbled travertine floor continue throughout the main living area.

The chef’s kitchen is outfitted with Viking Professional appliances, granite counter tops, bar seating for two, and is fully stocked with everything you and your sous chef need to create an amazing meal. The living room is the perfect place to cozy up after a long day, or to enjoy a movie night in. The sofa contains a queen-sized pullout bed and sleeps up to two guests.

Just off the main living area you’ll find the primary suite. The king-sized bed with luxury hotel linens and plush pillows awaits you for a dream-filled night of rest. Savor the spa-like en-suite bathroom with oversized vanity, custom marble mosaic tile, and tub and shower combo.

From the living room, the steps up lead to the private rooftop deck! Relax and catch some rays in the lounge chairs or gather around the fire table on warm summer nights. The rooftop deck also has a gas barbeque for summertime grilling, cocktails, and entertainment while enjoying sparkling city views.

The residence accommodates carport parking for one car and has access to full laundry amenities in the carport closet, which can be accessed from the ground floor.

The home’s prime location with easy access to beaches, the ferry, and market makes walking around town the perfect choice. Across the street is Succulent Coffee Roasters, a full-service restaurant and coffee shop - a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. And just down the block is the Balboa Island Park, where you can enjoy summertime concerts. The ferry is at the end of the block, a short 1-minute walk, and a quick ride across the harbor to Newport Landing. Play some games at the Fun Zone, grab a frozen banana, or enjoy an evening of fine dining on the water.

If your heart is set on going to the beach, the home is fully stocked with everything you need for a fun day. Beach chairs and boogie boards are ready and waiting for you.

Revel in the experience of luxurious island living at this beautiful Tuscan-style retreat!

**Please note we have a VERY strict no pet policy. No pets permitted on or about the property at any time. Please do not inquire if you are bringing an animal. No exceptions will be made. We appreciate your understanding.**
**Please refer to our rental contract for our cancellation policy.**
**Guest is required to sign our rental contract prior to receiving access to the house.**
**An additional $175 cleaning fee will be charged for excess sand in the home, including sand on furniture or in beds. Damaged towels or linens will incur a $20 per towel and $50 per sheet fee.**

PERMIT #: SLP13677
City of Newport Beach Transient
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number SLP13677

Property is also known as

2778-240964

Tuscan Style Retreat - 1-Bed/1-Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was accurately described in the listing. The property was comfortable, well appointed and we couldn’t find a better location for Balboa Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William L., Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent apartment! Spacious. Extremely clean. Great roof top deck. Fabulous location!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

janet R., tacoma 98422

Liked: Cleanliness
Lacked items like paper, pen, baggies or saran wrap. Not one piece of information about Balboa at all. Only one card game, one book. It would have been nice to have a small cooler for guest to go to beach. Some windows did not open. It just lacked personality for the guests. It really could use a small table for drinks. We have stayed in three other homes to date and they all had above items that were mentioned.We would not stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was but the place is directly below the flight path and flights start early. Very noisy. I don’t recall “stairs” being discussed in the listing. We are over 75 and stairs are a big deal. We managed, but it was challenging. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location - very charming yet cozy (loved the restaurant across the street- so convenient) and right in the heart of Balboa! The property was very clean, check in was seamless and we loved having a parking spot available. My family and I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Balboa Fun

Excellent location and parking in off street carport is a plus. Equipped with convenient amenities in the kitchen. The roof deck is really nice for morning or evening hang outs.The king mattress could use an upgrade but otherwise this is a great place for two people!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We visit Newport Beach multiple times a year, so we’ve stayed at quite a few property rentals. This one was by far our favorite location! As a family of four, I would say it was a bit tight, but we were only there to sleep. The pull out sofa bed was perfect for my 2 sons. I would definitely stay there again. The architecture and decor is very Mediterranean, and there is a bit of a learning curve to the bath fixtures. The kitchen had everything we needed for preparing meals, there were plenty of linens and beach towels. The boogie boards were a nice touch, and we appreciated having on site laundry machines.
Family picture as we strolled the streets of balboa island
All of the beautiful greenery
The Palm tree lined streets
Catch the sunset as you stroll the streets of balboa island
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Small Place with Easy Walking to Restaurants

Great place for enjoying what Balboa Island has to offer. Easy access to freeways when needing to get out and about. Well furnished kitchen and bbq for staying in as well.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne A.

Liked: Cleanliness

To Cute!!

This cute little place was so adorable and very comfortable. The area was in good location. Would definitely consider staying here again. The process the communication was also very easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellye W., Eugene, OR

Liked: Cleanliness

Terffic stay in great location

Really nice spot for two folks, with easy walking distance to the Main Street on Balboa Island. Plus, just one block from catching the Ferry. Condo is easy access, has off-street parking and is very comfortable. We’ll use it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly B., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

patty p.

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed our stay!!

We enjoyed our stay. Location is perfect within walking distance to restaurants, shops, ferry and beach! Place was clean, comfortable and as described. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay!

I was in town for four nights on business and wanted to stay on Balboa Island. My wife and I have stayed several places before but none of them had air conditioning and for my stay in July I was happy to find the Tuscan style retreat did. The place was just as advertised, clean, and within walking distance to lots of shops and restaurants. The off street parking is a huge convenience as well. Next time my wife and I visit we will be sure to book.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Balboa Island

Immaculate apartment-upscale amenities-great location -only complaint is it’s a bit smaller than pictured
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Balboa weekend

Place was great!! Easy access and has a rooftop if you want to see sunset! Around the corner from the todos santos Mexican restaurant. It’s great and has coffee bar in the morning. Can walk to get on ferry to go across to many many restaurants and beach. We loved going to dinner on main strip! Royal Hen was yummy! It’s definitely an upscale rental for a one bedroom condo!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

CR & Marti M., Gilbert, AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Get away

My husband and I took a trip to Balboa Island. This was a perfect location on a great little island and a great place to spend my birthday! Location is perfect! We had one problem, the rooftop deck was unusable as the umbrella was completely broken and it was too sunny without it. It was not possible to be replaced while we were there. Hopefully it has been replaced as of now.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023