Charming Upstairs Cottage! Newly renovated, Reserved Parking
About this cottage rental
Located in Balboa Island, this lovely cottage for $581 per night is a great choice for your next break. Mariners cottage has become a well known home on the island dating back to the early 1920's. The cottage attracts several visitors and pedestrians walking by. The Cottage is one of the few on the island that will still take you back to its heritage though without depriving you of the luxuries of today. This 2nd story cottage is totally private with its own entrance and 1 covered parking space. There is one large bonus/bedroom with two queen beds adjacent to a full bath. The Bedroom overlooks the cottage courtyard. The space also offers a main living room equipped with an electric fireplace. A fully functioning kitchen with new appliances adjoins the living room. The home is fully stocked to include: dining and cookware, linens pillows and blankets, towels, iron, etc. There is an onsite washing machine and dryer free of charge. Enjoy an inviting outdoor patio with dining furniture for 4. Bicycles, water toys, and all the excursions you can imagine are available within walking distance! The lower unit with accommodations for 4 additional guests is also available upon request if you have a larger party and would like to have both. This would include an additional complete home with kitchen, dining, living space, office, bedroom and full bath, as well as a large downstairs courtyard with hot tub. One additional parking space also included.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Balboa Island, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(164 Reviews)
10.0
My husband and I stayed here so we could visit family in nearby Huntington Beach. The apartment is very clean, with modern updates. We enjoyed walking around Balboa Island every day.
We hope to rent here again and again!
5.0
This place is a gem. The entire process was easy and the host communicated well. The property was updated and extremely clean and had everything we needed. It was great for our family and it’s a close walk to all of the fun things on Balboa Island.
5.0
This our second time staying at the cottage. It is a lovely place to stay. It is super clean and convenient to all of the wonderful things Balboa has to offer. The decor is so nice and inviting. Chase is great to communicate with and quickly answered the few questions we had. We hope to return soon.
5.0
Clean, organized, spacious with many thoughtful touches. A few minute walk to shops and restaurants or the Newport ferry.
5.0
I loved this little cottage. It felt like it had tons of space for such a small area. It was warm and cozy when we needed it to be, but refreshing with all the windows open. Close to everything. We loved our stay!
5.0
Nicely designed and decorated…kitchen with all the necessities including kuerig coffee maker….warmth and comfort…this was a Christmas getaway - the fireplace in the living room completely set the tone for a cozy holiday getaway - enjoyed the lights on the island! Will definitely return…Thank you Chase
5.0
We had a wonderful vacation visiting the Newport Beach area while staying in this lovely, very clean cottage. It was beautifully decorated with a fully stocked modern kitchen and the beds and sofas were comfortable. It was located a short walk from the water, the Christmas lights boat parade, and charming shops and restaurants. A short drive away we experienced stunning beaches. The owner was helpful with suggestions and made the whole check in process smooth and stress free. Thank you for sharing your charming place!
5.0
Perfect stay in a perfect location to enjoy all the Christmas decorations, lights and boat parade. Can’t wait until our return visit in May.
5.0
This was an amazingly cute property with tons of space and easily walkable to a ton of cute shops and restaurants. I highly recommend this place!
5.0
We loved staying in this charming cottage. It was clean, modern, well appointed and welcoming. Chase was super responsive and the whole process was well thought out and easy. We will definitely be back!
5.0
Thank you Chase, we had a fantastic time! Loved the property and the fab location. Cheers to you for sharing!
5.0
Great communication from owner, very clean and hospitable. Property exactly how described. Will stay again and recommend to others.
5.0
Everything was perfect! Thank you for an amazing weekend!
5.0
The Cottage was a slice of heaven on a beautiful island; quaint, dog friendly, colorful and a perfect place to walk while getting that sun-kissed glow. The cottage meets all your needs. Beds super comfy. Favorite spot-the patio! Overall A+. Chase A+. Had a great week!
5.0
From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every little detail had been thought of to make our stay unforgettable. The cleanliness of the property was impeccable, the location was within walking distance of everything – shops, coffee + market, and the beautiful bayfront. The layout was open, the beds were so comfortable, and the kitchen was well-equipped. The attention to detail in the decor made us feel right at home. It truly was the perfect retreat, and we left with memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you to the hosts for providing such a wonderful home away from home. We'll be recommending this gem to all of our friends + family.
5.0
Great location, welcoming and very well equipped.
Clean and nice!
5.0
Great location and newly renovated cottage. Everything you need is here.
5.0
We enjoyed our 3 day stay at Mariners Cottage. We liked the location being close to both Marine Street and the Balboa Island ferry. We loved that we were able to bring our small dog and appreciated the pet-friendly option.
5.0
Had a wonderful week on Balboa Island. Surfing, Paddle Boarding, Boating, Golf, & Shopping. The apartment was clean and spacious enough to accommodate our family. Chase was a great host and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Always enjoy our stays here!
5.0
Perfect….no problems and clean, comfortable and easy check in and out.
This is our third stay and every time is great!
5.0
As advertised - well located, quiet, spectacularly clean. Perfect layout and location for our getaway.
5.0
Beautiful cottage, I highly recommend it for a relaxing getaway!
5.0
I am a single mom with two boys, and it was the perfect spot for us to get away and relax together. I loved how you could walk everywhere you wanted to go. We parked the car and didn’t drive the entire time. The decor was modern and beachy with plenty of room for me and two teenage boys. The owner thinks of every detail down to the nicest toilet paper I have ever used. We will absolutely be staying again. I’ve already shared the listing with several of my friends.
5.0
Balboa is Magical.
5.0
We used to live on Balboa Island, so coming here was like coming back home. The cottage was very comfortable, and in a great location. I had forgotten how often planes flew over however! I guess you get used to that. Our host was gracious! We would definitely come back!
5.0
I am a single mom with two boys, and it was the perfect spot for us to get away and relax together. I loved how you could walk everywhere you wanted to go. We parked the car and didn’t drive the entire time. The decor was modern and beachy with plenty of room for me and two teenage boys. The owner thinks of every detail down to the nicest toilet paper I have ever used. We will absolutely be staying again. I’ve already shared the listing with several of my friends.
5.0
We’ve stayed here twice now: the place is just perfect for a small family. The balboa night walks are immaculate. It’s close to Corona Del Mar. Each (2 miles) which is so clean and chill. Wonderful place to stay, so charming!
5.0
We spent 4 nights with our days walking all over both islands and the peninsula and our nights eating and drinking either in or out! This was our first time trying something like this and it will not be our last based on this stay!
Thank you very much for the care, consideration ang quality of your cottage!
5.0
The apartment on Balboa Island was wonderful. Nice part of the island, great access to areas around the island, safe, clean, comfortable and functional. We completely enjoyed our stay and would be happy to return in the future.
5.0
This was the cutest unit! Great location and Chase is so very sweet. Bed was so comfy! It could be rated above 5 stars. Can’t say enough how we enjoyed our getaway back to Balboa Island!
4.0
The pictures do not do this place justice. Everything was very clean, and even more spacious than expected!
My mom and I booked this place to visit family, they came over and we bbq one night the little balcony was cozy and the grill is hooked up to a gas line so no running out!
So much room for storage, just a really amazing stay! The only 2 things I would change is the bedroom is so bright in the morning some black out curtains would have been nice. No sleeping in aloud. Or maybe bring those eye covers? Also the pillows were so hard it would have been nice to have some soft pillows. But other than those small easy adjustments I think the place was all in all an amazing place. Next time I will bring a pillow and eye covers to make the stay 5 stars.
5.0
This apartment exceeded our expectations! It was nicely furnished and had everything we needed to have a great stay! Both beds were very comfortable and the floor plan of the apartment is designed very well! We will definitely try to stay here again.
5.0
This was a great island cottage looks completely refurbished had everything we needed including parking on Balboa Island ! Will be back
5.0
Our stay was wonderful. The cottage kitchen is very well supplied with everything guests would need. The beds are extremely comfortable as was the living room. the bathroom was updated and well-designed. We had an excellent stay.
5.0
Couldn’t have had a more pleasurable stay. Every aspect of our stay beginning with our reservation was so easy. Chase has really done a wonderful job with this property. So many thoughtful touches and all the little extras left for our use adds to it.
As others have mentioned, the heating unit is not quiet when sleeping but I found that by taking it off auto on both the heat and fan, and putting it on low helped with the noise factor. I also travel with ear plugs so once I put those in, I couldn’t hear the unit at all (and I am a very light sleeper).
Aside from that, the only other issues that we found were that there was only one remote to share between the two tv’s. Also the shower head has some clogged spouts. However, I’ve no doubt that these will be taken care of once they are now aware.
We definitely plan to come back and we are able to stay here. Well done!
5.0
Great apartment. We will stay again.
5.0
This rental was perfect. It is located about 1/2 block from the water and there is a wonderful walkway that goes around the island. The location is perfect and the rental was as well. We will be back.
5.0
Cottage was clean and nicely renovated and had many nice little extras. Excellent location, would definitely stay again when in the area! Thank you Chase for the stay!
5.0
Everything was as pictured, great location and great unit! Worth every penny.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Balboa Island?
The average price for a rental in Balboa Island is $615 per night. This rental is $34 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Upstairs Cottage! Newly renovated, Reserved Parking . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming Upstairs Cottage! Newly renovated, Reserved Parking pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Charming Upstairs Cottage! Newly renovated, Reserved Parking ?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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