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1 Min to Beach, 25 Min to Disney, Parking, W/D

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    โ€ช2 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Lido Marina Village
    โ€ช13 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Newport Beach Pier
    โ€ช4 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    โ€ช12 min driveโ€ฌ

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About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Newport Beach Pier and 7 minutes from Huntington Beach Pier. .This family-friendly vacation home is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from University of California, Irvine and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Huntington Beach Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lido Marina Village - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Elks Lodge - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Newport Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Motherโ€™s Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • โ€ชLa La Land - โ€ฌ19 min walk
  • โ€ชHoag Hospital Cafeteria - โ€ฌ15 min walk
  • โ€ชJack in the Box - โ€ฌ2 min walk
  • โ€ชTopside Roof Deck - โ€ฌ15 min walk
  • โ€ชFable & Spirit - โ€ฌ19 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.

1 Min to Beach, 25 Min to Disney, Parking, W/D

๐ŸŒŠOne Minute to Beach โ€ข Surfing & Dolphins
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Sleeps 6
๐Ÿš— Garage Parking
๐Ÿ”Œ EV Charger
๐Ÿšฒ Free Bikes
๐Ÿงบ On-Site Washer & Dryer-pay easily by app

๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿš— No Car Needed โ€“ 10 min Uber from John Wayne Airport โœˆ๏ธ
โœˆ๏ธ LGB: 25 min โ€ข LAX: 45 min
๐Ÿฐ Disneyland โ€ข 25 Min Uber โ€ข Drop-Off Area (No Parking Fees)

๐Ÿฅ‡ 2028 Summer Olympics dates are now open for booking,
๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ Several Olympic events will be held about 30 minutes away.

๐Ÿ  BEACH RETREAT LOWER UNIT
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Sleeps 6
๐Ÿ“ 13145th St โ€ข 100 Block โ€ข 1 Min Walk to Beach
๐ŸŒฟ Two Fenced Patios
Front patio is shared with upper unit โ€ข Each unit enjoys its own dining table for 6 & BBQ
๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2 Bedrooms
๐Ÿ› 2 Bathrooms
โ€ข Ensuite with shower/tub combo
โ€ข Second bathroom with shower
๐Ÿš— Garage parking for 1 vehicle (compact car or small SUV)
๐Ÿ”Œ EV Charger (shared with other unit)
Street parking may be available
๐Ÿงบ On-site washer & dryer (coin/app pay), shared with upper unit

๐Ÿ›Ž๏ธ PRE-ARRIVAL GROCERIES (Guest Favorite)
Order groceries before arrival and our staff will receive and store them for free on arrival day.
๐Ÿท Guest must be present with valid ID for alcohol delivery

๐Ÿšดโ€โ™€๏ธ LOCATION & WALKABILITY
No car needed. Walk or bike to:
Restaurants (including oceanfront & bayfront dining)
Newport Pier & boardwalk
Grocery store
Local transportation
Close to bay access for kayak & SUP through Newport Bay & nature preserve
Great for families with nearby Bay Front Playground

๐Ÿ–๏ธ FAMILY & LITTLE GUESTS + BEACH GEAR (All Units)
2 free bikes
Boogie boards
Beach chairs & umbrellas
Beach toys
Ice chests
๐Ÿšฒ Optional rentals delivered to your door:
Child bikes, e-bikes, kayaks, SUPs, surfboards & accessories
Free Pack โ€™n Plays / highchairs upon request (sanitized)

๐Ÿ  AMENITIES
Fully equipped kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas BBQ
TVs in all bedrooms & living room
600 Mb/s high-speed Wi-Fi
Desk in each bedroom
Complimentary 28" monitor upon request
Central heating & ceiling fans
Linens, bath & beach towels
Shampoo, soap & blow dryers
24/7 exceptional guest service

๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ LIVING / DINING AREA
Two comfortable sofas
55" TV
Electric log fireplace
Dining table for 6
Breakfast bar seating for 4

๐Ÿณ KITCHEN
Refrigerator w/ ice maker
Dishwasher
Full-size stove, oven & microwave
Fully equipped with cookware, dishes, utensils, blender & crockpot
12-cup coffee maker (filters included)

๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2 BEDROOMS
TVs in both bedrooms
Bedroom 1: Queen bed, ensuite bath (shower/tub combo), 43" Fire TV, desk
Bedroom 2: Queen bed + full bed, 43" Fire TV, desk

๐Ÿ› BATHROOMS
Bathroom 1: Ensuite with shower/tub combo
Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower

๐ŸŒด OUTDOOR LIVING
Two fenced patios
โ€ข Private back patio with cushioned bench seating for 6
โ€ข Front patio shared with upper unit
Each unit has its own patio dining table for 6 and private gas BBQ
๐Ÿšฟ Outdoor cold shower for rinsing off sand (shared with upper unit)

๐Ÿ  OPTION TO RENT BOTH UNITS Need more space? The upper Beach Hideaway may be available to rent if unoccupied. Contact us to combine both units and accommodate up to 12 guests and Park 2 Cars ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿš—

๐ŸŒŠ LOCAL ACTIVITIES
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Beach Access โ€“ 1-minute walk to the sand for surfing, swimming & dolphins
๐Ÿšฒ Newport Pier & Boardwalk โ€“ 10-minute bike ride along the oceanfront to restaurants, bars & shops. Ride to Balboa Pier & the Balboa Fun Zone for whale watching & Catalina trips
๐Ÿฐ Disneyland โ€“ Just 25 minutes away
๐Ÿšค Duffy Boat Rentals โ€“ Be the captain of your own electric boat. Easy to drive & perfect for special occasions
๐ŸŒณ Newport Bay & Playground โ€“ Across the street. Great for kayaking, SUP & families
๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™€๏ธ Kayak & SUP โ€“ Paddle through Newport Harbor past John Wayneโ€™s former home & yacht, The Wild Goose. Stop at waterfront restaurants along the way
๐Ÿฆ Wildlife & Nature โ€“ Explore the Back Bay or Bolsa Chica Wetlands for scenic trails & bird watching

๐Ÿก Explore HappiTravels Vacation Rentals
Four properties โ€ข Eight units on the 100 block of 45th & 46th Streets
Rent one or combine multiple units to accommodate up to 48 guests
Message us for links to all HappiTravels listings

๐Ÿก HOUSE RULES
๐Ÿ’— Family-friendly properties
๐Ÿšญ No smoking (including cannabis or vaping)
๐ŸŽ‰ No parties or disruptive gatherings
๐Ÿ”• Quiet Hours: 10 PM โ€“ 8 AM (strictly enforced)

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests at all times
Only guests named on the rental agreement are permitted on the property.
No additional visitors are allowed.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ City of Newport Beach Rental Agreement Requirements
๐Ÿ”ž Signer of the rental agreement must be 25+ years of age
๐Ÿชช Signer must be present at check-in with valid ID
๐Ÿก Signer must occupy the property for the entire stay
๐Ÿšซ Renting for underage occupants without a qualified renter present for the duration of the stay is prohibited

๐Ÿ“„ A signed rental agreement and copy of ID are required to complete your reservation. Please contact us if you would like to review the agreement in advance.

๐Ÿš— Parking Enforcement
No illegal parking, including behind the garage or in the alley. Violations may result in city fines of $2,000+ for which the renter is responsible.

๐Ÿ”• Noise Enforcement
Parties or loud gatherings may result in city fines of $2,000+ and/or immediate eviction without refund, for which the renter is responsible.
๐Ÿ“น Exterior security cameras are in place.

๐ŸพService Animal Policy
Hosts are allowed to ask:
Whether the guest requires a service animal due to a disability.
What work or task the service animal has been trained to perform.

Service animals must:
โœ” Be under the handlerโ€™s control at all times (leashed, harnessed, or otherwise controlled)
โœ” Be housebroken
โœ” Not be left alone at the rental at any time
โœ” Be properly leashed or tethered in public spaces
โœ” Remain out of unauthorized areas

๐Ÿ• Dogs are prohibited on the beach from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM year-round, in accordance with local regulations.

Check-In: 4 PM
Check-Out: 10 AM
SLP 13944

Copyright ยฉ 2026 HappiTravelsยฎ โ€“ All Rights Reserved.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Rules

The city of Newport Beach does not allow renters of vacation properties under the age of 25. It is illegal to rent this unit for underage occupants.
No Pets- Pets brought onto any HappiTravels property by guests or visitors of guests will result in a $500 fee per pet plus damages.
All HappiTravels properties are non-smoking, this includes vaping and cannabis

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ALLOWED

Events

No events 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
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 SLP12854

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

30 Seconds Beach Garage Parking/2 Bikes/washer/wifi Gem House
30 Seconds Beach Garage Parking/2 Bikes/washer/wifi Gem
30 Seconds Beach Garage Parking/2 Bikes/washer/wifi Gem House
30 Seconds Beach Garage Parking/2 Bikes/washer/wifi Gem House
30 Seconds Beach Garage Parking/2 Bikes/washer/wifi Gem
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1 Min to Beach, 25 Min to Disney, Parking, W/D Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from the host, the house was very clean, and the location is optimal.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raygan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Nice to have bikes and beach necessities available! Check in with Rich in person was helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the space, it suited our family of 5 very well with plenty of space to hang out, eat, and sleep (and 2 bathrooms!) The location was so close to the beach, with plenty of supplies to enjoy it with. The hosts were excellent in communication, and we were very happy with the whole thing!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close the beach and within walking distance to a few restaurants and stores. Had groceries delivered to house first night, which was convenient. House is nice and clean. Hosts were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra M.

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

Great location!!

Overall- great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Canyon Lake, California

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

Cozy Newport Bungalow

We enjoyed our stay immensely at this cozy house in Newport Beach. It was a perfect place for us 4 adults and 2 kids to stay comfortably. Everything we needed was readily available - even beach cruisers! We would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

Wonderful location.

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and comfortable. Great location, a short walk to the beach. Look forward to another visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Perfect getaway

Great property. Would definitely stay there again. Especially enjoyed having bikes, board and beach towels provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Szymon B.

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

Perfect Newport Beach

Hello Perfect pล‚ace in Newport Beach, we Will stay there again soon
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is nice and in a great location. The host showed us how to park in the garage which was really helpful. They had booth boards and bikes which was nice. They are very strict about no one else at the property because of city ordinances. But the rest of our wedding group staying in Newport didnโ€™t have this limitation. Because of this, if we were here visiting others again, weโ€™d choose differently.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay!! It felt like a cute little cottage. Itโ€™s not updated but we liked that. Itโ€™s super charming. Very clean. I appreciated the supplies provided. The bikes and beach gear were so helpful!! Several coolers as well and lots of toys. The location is super quiet and a short one minute walk to the beach. The host met us there to make sure we got settled in and help with anything we needed. We loved it. We would stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

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

Cute beach house with style

We had an amazing stay at this cute beach house! The location couldnโ€™t be betterโ€”just a short walk (less than a block!) to the ocean. The hosts were fantastic with communication and even met us at check-in, which made everything super smooth. The house had great amenities to keep us entertained, and it really captured that laid-back beach vibe. It was clean, cozy, and perfect for our group of five. Plus, we were close to so many great restaurants and fun things to do. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris g.

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

Great location!

About a block to the beach and a block to food! The donut shop on the corner is open 24 hours on the weekend and the donuts are amazing. Liquor store in the same shopping center has great selection and prices. Grocery store with Starbucks inside is a short drive. Property was exactly as described and fit us all perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

beautiful house a block from beach

This was the best vrbo we've stayed at. Right by the beach on Balboa Island just off PCH. Restaurants to walk to, beautiful blocks to walk down, near HB and Long Beach. Rich met us onsite and gave us a great short tour, and he was easy to get hold of. Price was reasonable, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin K.

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

Newport Beach vacation

Great place to stay! The house was perfect for our family of 5 and lived having the beach toys available for us. We would stay again. Parking in the area is tough and the garage would be very hard if we had a larger SUV. We rented a minivan and parking in the garage worked out good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

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

Charming and comfortable house near the beach

Our welcome from the property manager was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the clean and roomy house, comfortable bed and the short walk to the beach. We rode the cruiser bikes on nice trails from our neighborhood and enjoyed just walking to the grocery store and restaurants easily. The neighborhood feels safe and the beach is clean and beautiful. We enjoyed sitting on the beach with the chairs provided and watching all the surfers, birds & dolphins.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray P.

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

Chill

Short walk to beach, food within walking distance. Shared patio, tight garage parking very appreciated, street parking tough to find. Original beach home, well maintained, newer appliances, everything we needed. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

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

Close proximity to everything

My husband and I and two friends of mine from Northern California stayed at this property to attend a concert in Huntington beach. The bicycles the beach the atmosphere the house the bedding the communication everything was a plus plus I would definitely recommend for any families that are traveling with for adults or small children great place great communication definitely would run again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

2 minute walk to the beack

Great stay and lovely home! Don't recommend bringing a diesel truck as far as parking goes, a small sedan would fit perfectly in garage! HIGHLY RECOMMED
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

This property had everything that we needed.

Location was perfect to beach.... walking didtance. Short drive to pier and other activities. Having boogie boards, chairs,umbrellas and sand toys for the beach was a very nice touch. Homeowner always stayed in touch and the on site person - Rollo was a wealth of knowledge and fun to speak with. If we visit Newport Beach again we will most certainly stay at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

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

Fantastic!

Our family had the time of our life! The accommodations were great, just as shown on the VRBO listing. It was homey and full of items you would need for your stay. Unfortunately there was a heat wave during our stay and since there is no air conditioning, when needed, we just carried the fans from room to room. We are planning another stay next year! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauren C.

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

Very cute beach house perfect for a family!

We loved our stay at this beach house!! The vaulted ceiling in the front room made it seem spacious while the wood beams made it cozy. Th layout was perfect for our family of 6 and had everything we needed. The beach towels/chairs/toys were much appreciated! A quick walk to the beach and very near great food. The garage fit our Minivan (Honda odyssey) but I will say my husband is a pro Parker and I wouldnโ€™t have attempted it, itโ€™s a tight squeeze but very nice having that option. Overall would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy A.

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

Disneyland trip was a quick drive!

Loved the people who are running the property. Best Iโ€™ve experienced. No complaints at all. I really wish the deposit was not held onto for so long. Itโ€™s been released a week afterwards, but Iโ€™ll be closer to 4 weeks for the deposit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and perfect location!!! We went in February and always found street parking for an additional vehicle since it was a slower season. The garage was a tight fit for our rental, which was a Toyota Camry. We may have added a scratch or two to the rental :). We did a lot of laundry and got lucky that the couple staying in the other unit only stayed for a night or two and didnโ€™t need to use the machines. The machines were about 2.50 per wash cycle and dry cycle. So about 5 per load. We had brought our own detergent but didnโ€™t need it. Same with shampoo and conditioner. There was plenty provided. We utilized the suggested grocery service and ordered from Albertsons. Unfortunately they were out of a number of items that I had ordered (sunscreen being one of them - I didnโ€™t allow them to substitute the one I ordered). Plenty of towels for bath and beach! Safe, small beach community. Would 100% come back!
Morning walk to beach
Sunrise
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very nice house and great location!

We stayed at this house for a week, and the owner was wonderful to work with. We had never been to Newport Beach before, and she was a wealth of organized and helpful information. She was also very quick to respond to any questions we had before and during rental time. The house is great, exactly as described, and very clean and nice, and the location is perfect. We have 2 kids and were close enough to visit Disneyland and Legoland easily during our stay. Also, the house was close to restaurants (we enjoyed dinner and ice cream bars at Balboa island one night and the Yard House on another night), groceries, Starbucks, everything we needed. I also enjoyed running along the bike path on the beach very much. We will definitely take this trip again, and I would recommend it to friends.