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BALBOA OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Interior
Smart TV
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Newport Beach

With a stay at this apartment in Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Newport Beach Pier and 8 minutes from Orange County Fair and Events Center. .This apartment is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Huntington Beach Pier and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Huntington Beach Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mother’s Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Newport Beach Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Balboa Pier - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 25 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mutt Lynch's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Baja Sharkeez - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Ball - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stag Bar + Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪T K Burgers - ‬15 min walk

About this property

BALBOA OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC

Located between Newport and Balboa Piers this mid Century 4 unit building on West Balboa Blvd Is perfect for short walks to either Pier and many fine restaurants, as well as the Balboa Ferry and the Catalina Flyer. This Studio apartment has a full kitchen. There is a comfy queen size captain's bed with storage underneath and ample closet and drawer space. Side tables are laptop tables to provide a workspace. Amenities include Smart TV, Cable, free Wifi, coin op washer and Dryer, there is a gas BBQ with table and chairs on a shared patio space. 2 Tommy Bahama Beach chairs and Boogie Boards are provided and stored in the garage with the laundry. This is a ground floor unit. There is a small bathroom with a NEW SHOWER!. Street Parking only. Quite hours are very important. No animals allowed on property due to allergies. City Short term rental permit SLP13794
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment features bodyboards on site, surfing/body boarding nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Property does not allow children

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 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No bookings more than 28 days Quite hours from 10pm to 8am strictly enforced Renter responsible for any city fines for violating noise ordanances

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 SLP13794

Property is also known as

Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach Bay With AC
Balboa Ocean Escape Trinn til Strand og Bukt med AC
Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach and Bay With AC Apartment
Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach and Bay With AC Newport Beach

BALBOA OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Clean comfortable and safe! Location is walking distance to food, beach, shopping and sightseeing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect place to stay! VeryCute and clean. Location is awesome. Quick walk to the beach and boardwalk. Highly recommend this place and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aries U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute studio. Very close to the beach. Host was very accommodating and responded quickly to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Will C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Communication with the host was easy and professional, and everything went smoothly from start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew T.

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

So convenient to beach, shops and market

We loved how access to the beach, the shops and the market were so close. Very quiet during our stay, we felt very safe here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOCELYN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best location, a block from the beach, very clean, nice inside, wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was great! Fantastic location! We were able to walk to a little market for snacks and to the beach to watch the sunset. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great room. Very clean. Great space. Close to the beach and the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Weekend Trip

Very clean and near the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Super cute and cozy place

Loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great, affordable option in a less-than-affordable area! I was in town for work, the property was just what I needed and the hosts were responsive. GREAT location, quiet. If you are going to spend a lot of time out of the apartment, this is the perfect choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was quick to respond and very kind. Location is clean and safe neighborhood and 1 min walk to the ocean. Property is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne F.

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

Great location

Great place for our weekend get away. Enjoyed the ease of parking which can be hard in a coastal town, great price and location nestled between the ocean and bay. Walkable to all the sites, restaurants and stores. Would stay again, as we plan on doing this trip yearly now.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

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

Great location!

Location was great. Apartment was clean and kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod L.

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

Great place for couple,clean and well stocked

We had a great time. We came for my sons, baby shower and we enjoyed the place so much. He lives right down the block would stay at your place anytime
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan U.

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

Family Vaca

Beautifully decorated, quiet, fun time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Excellent accommodation

Great location. Unit very nice, updated, clean, quiet. No complaints or concerns at all, was a very cozy, comfortable stay. Would definately stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything you need a block from the beach. Great patio with grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

Such a great spot.

The apartment is very clean, and literally has everything you could need. It was such a sweet and comfortable place to stay. The location is amazing as well. I really enjoyed my time in Newport and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wonderful Stay in Newport Beach

We stayed here for two weeks in March. It is conveniently located in the middle of the peninsula, about half way between the piers and halfway between the ocean and the bay. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

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

Great location

Apartment is as advertised. Comfortable bed, which is so important. Everything you need is provided in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

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

Pleasure

Cute apartment & convenient to local hang outs. Would stay again. Easy quick get away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne M.

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

Heavenly

First time here, won't be our last. Location was perfect. Front patio was delightful, with shade and garden-like atmosphere. Very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Massey Balboa stay

Very nice property with convenient location between Newport and Balboa pier. Clean with nice amenities in the room. You could here the other guests through the walls but was not a big deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M. Baum - S.

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

Perfect

Clean, spacious, comfortable, had everything I needed, easy street parking, close to the water, great communication and clear instructions for access and cleanup. It was my second stay in a unit at this address and I will be back again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025