4BR\/3BA Island Home - Easy access to Beaches w\/ new AC, attached 2BR for10+ grps
About this house rental
Situated in Balboa Island, this lovely house for $477 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Island Retreat is a 4 BR/3 BA, cozy condominium nestled on Newport Beach's renowned Balboa Island with NEW AIR CONDITIONING. Mere seconds from the Balboa Ferry, this unit makes for a perfect getaway to Southern California's endless summer! Enjoy walking to Balboa Island's restaurants, cafes, and bayside beaches, with the main Peninsula beaches only 15 minutes away via the ferry. Ready for relaxation, with open living spaces, a full kitchen, and patio with BBQ - ask about our attached unit for groups 10+! Balboa Island is not only a great vacation destination but is also an excellent base for Southern California's many other attractions and theme parks! Island Retreat is a 2-story front unit that has 1 bedroom downstairs with an attached bathroom, and 3 more bedrooms accompanied by 2 bathrooms upstairs. This immaculate, cheery and bright home is fully furnished and equipped. Ready for a comfortable and worry-free summer beach vacation or winter rental! Activities and Attractions: Our property is located less than one block from the beautiful Balboa Bay, boardwalk, and the Balboa Ferry that gives access to the Peninsula beaches and Pacific Ocean. The ferry is a lovely 5 minute ride directly to the Balboa Fun Zone (with arcades, rides, and snacks), the Balboa Pier, shopping and restaurants, boating and fishing excursions (including transport to nearby Catalina Island), and bike/water sport rentals. Agate is the only street on the island with a children's climbing gym and basketball court. On the island itself, Marine Avenue boasts fine restaurants and boutique shops that are only 2 miles away from even more fine dining, shopping, and movie theaters at Newport's famous outdoor mall, Fashion Island. For those interested in seeing more of the Orange County coastline, Laguna Beach lies only 7 miles further down the Pacific Coast Highway. Originally an artist's colony, Laguna hosts the Pageant of the Masters and Sawdust Festival in the summer, art galleries, and fine dining and shopping along with wonderful beaches with tide pools. Island Retreat is within 30 minutes of Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm and an hour or so from Universal Studios, Hollywood, San Diego Zoo and Sea World. The Santa Ana/Orange County (SNA) Airport is only 10 minutes away and the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 45 minutes away.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Map of Balboa Island, CA
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(45 Reviews)
5.0
The owner/manager was extremely gracious in working out a last minute, unconventional change with us. They were extremely responsive in communication! I can’t thank them enough!
5.0
We loved this location... our teenage sons went across the street to play basketball several times a day! Perfect spot with a small market and restaurant steps away, or we took the stroll to the main shops. Really enjoyed our stay... thank you!
5.0
I loved the area! It took a bit of getting used to but, after I did I really enjoyed it! The house wasn’t too bad! We wanted to stay another couple night’s and we contacted the owner and never responded until we got to Vegas two days later! But other than that everything was as great
3.0
The location of this place is great. However, the roof leaked making the tile floor dangerous, cracked dishes were present and we had items taken from the garage, without leaving it unlocked, and with poor assistance from the host. I'll stay on Balboa again, but not here.
5.0
Beautiful location, cozy and comfortable home, and easy access to entertainment with plenty of opportunity to indulge or just enjoy!
3.0
Water heater went out
4.0
This house is in a great location. It’s NOT ocean view but it is just a quick little walk to the ferry and a nice walkway along the harbor. To get beach access you cross the ferry and it’s just a couple blocks. Overall we loved the location. There were a few things that the house needed , there were either no batteries in the tv remotes or they were dead. The downstairs bathroom is extremely tiny and there was no toilet paper holder, & no counter whatsoever. Upstairs was decent. Although on our way to the house we got a message that we were unable to use one of the upstairs showers which was inconvenient traveling with a large family. Also the parking is difficult, I was under the impression there was a 2 car garage but also last minute we were informed that we had to share the garage with another tenant. Don’t bring a truck, it will not fit. The parking along the street is packed and hard to find parking. The house was decently clean but it’s nothing fancy if that’s what your used to. Maybe check before booking that all the house amenities are in working condition, showers, tv’s etc.
5.0
Fun family getaway!
Fun, easy rental close to the beach!
5.0
It's a great location. Great for families of all ages. Alot to do. On site free laundry and garage is great. Street parking can be scarce.
5.0
Awesome family stay
It's a great location. Great for families of all ages. Alot to do. On site free laundry and garage is great. Street parking can be scarce.
5.0
The property is great for multiple families with good options for sleeping arrangements, our niece came with her 2 younger daughters and they had the bunk room, we had 2 couples that got the 2 different rooms with queen beds and the 4 th room our nephew stayed in was fabulous ! All the room had bathrooms with two rooms sharing a jack and jill bathroom. Location is great for ocean access which you get to by the ferry which the house is one block from . Having use of the garage is SUPER important on the island as parking is at a premium !! Everything you could need for the beach was there from wagons, bikes , beach chairs, sand toys and actual beach towlels!!
5.0
Location and house worked very well for our needs. Thank you.
5.0
This property is GREAT for groups !
The property is great for multiple families with good options for sleeping arrangements, our niece came with her 2 younger daughters and they had the bunk room, we had 2 couples that got the 2 different rooms with queen beds and the 4 th room our nephew stayed in was fabulous ! All the room had bathrooms with two rooms sharing a jack and jill bathroom. Location is great for ocean access which you get to by the ferry which the house is one block from . Having use of the garage is SUPER important on the island as parking is at a premium !! Everything you could need for the beach was there from wagons, bikes , beach chairs, sand toys and actual beach towlels!!
5.0
family gathering
Location and house worked very well for our needs. Thank you.
4.0
Great location.
4.0
Fun
Great location.
4.0
Although the house is old, it is in lretty good shape and location is excellent.
4.0
Excellent location.
Although the house is old, it is in lretty good shape and location is excellent.
5.0
Our family age range is 4 years old to 64 years old and this property worked out very well for all three generations. Close to a calm beach, close to the Pacific Ocean beach, close to restaurants and close to lots of family activities.
5.0
This is definitely a ‘downscale’ property, but it’s perfect if you have a wide range of kids ! Pretty worn down. I wouldn’t want to host a holiday there but I don’t think you could have a more carefree vacation with kids. We had problems getting the TV to work in the bunk room and the fan is coming off the ceiling. No outside space to sit unless you’re in timeout.
Perfect location and lots of fun. No one contacted us with checkin info so I had to make a few calls and finally got it worked out. I would still rent it again when I’m hosting family with grandchildren. Perfect location!
My daughter said it was the best vacation she’s ever had with her family of 4 kids!
5.0
Great Stay!
Our family age range is 4 years old to 64 years old and this property worked out very well for all three generations. Close to a calm beach, close to the Pacific Ocean beach, close to restaurants and close to lots of family activities.
5.0
Perfect for kids
This is definitely a ‘downscale’ property, but it’s perfect if you have a wide range of kids ! Pretty worn down. I wouldn’t want to host a holiday there but I don’t think you could have a more carefree vacation with kids. We had problems getting the TV to work in the bunk room and the fan is coming off the ceiling. No outside space to sit unless you’re in timeout.
Perfect location and lots of fun. No one contacted us with checkin info so I had to make a few calls and finally got it worked out. I would still rent it again when I’m hosting family with grandchildren. Perfect location!
My daughter said it was the best vacation she’s ever had with her family of 4 kids!
5.0
We were looking for a property on Balboa Island that could accommodate 3 families with children at a reasonable cost. This met exactly what we needed. The location near the island’s park and ferry was a bonus.
4.0
Convenient to Balboa shops, close to 501 Park Ave Bistro also, near the Balboa Ferry and Fun Zone.
Beds and bedding adequate, extra towels, sheets, and blankets available.
Outdoor patio Is only 2 1/2 feet wide and mostly for show.
Our grandchildren enjoyed the boogie boards.
It was a good place to sleep and eat breakfast. We were out and about every day.
5.0
Met expectations
We were looking for a property on Balboa Island that could accommodate 3 families with children at a reasonable cost. This met exactly what we needed. The location near the island’s park and ferry was a bonus.
4.0
Clean house with garage parking
Convenient to Balboa shops, close to 501 Park Ave Bistro also, near the Balboa Ferry and Fun Zone.
Beds and bedding adequate, extra towels, sheets, and blankets available.
Outdoor patio Is only 2 1/2 feet wide and mostly for show.
Our grandchildren enjoyed the boogie boards.
It was a good place to sleep and eat breakfast. We were out and about every day.
5.0
Our family group including two teenage boys had a great time here. It slept everyone in beds comfortably and there were plenty of towels--including beach towels. It was also great having three bathrooms. We loved the location being so close to the ferry and the park where the boys played basketball everyday. This street can get very busy though so it just depends what you're looking for in a vacation. Having the coffee shop two doors down and the market on the corner worked well for us. The property was clean and the property manager was attentive. We would stay here again!
5.0
Great Stay on Balboa Island!
Our family group including two teenage boys had a great time here. It slept everyone in beds comfortably and there were plenty of towels--including beach towels. It was also great having three bathrooms. We loved the location being so close to the ferry and the park where the boys played basketball everyday. This street can get very busy though so it just depends what you're looking for in a vacation. Having the coffee shop two doors down and the market on the corner worked well for us. The property was clean and the property manager was attentive. We would stay here again!
3.0
The property needed upkeep and on vaca is not when you like that to have to be done. We called management and told them kitchen sink wouldn't drain and we couldn't get the garbage disposal to turn, we also mentioned the screen door off and something else; we did get a plumber. The dishwasher didn't work, the frig was leaking, toilet is in need of replacement. mirror cracked. The Master upstairs had cockroach appearance.
3.0
tough but good vaca
The property needed upkeep and on vaca is not when you like that to have to be done. We called management and told them kitchen sink wouldn't drain and we couldn't get the garbage disposal to turn, we also mentioned the screen door off and something else; we did get a plumber. The dishwasher didn't work, the frig was leaking, toilet is in need of replacement. mirror cracked. The Master upstairs had cockroach appearance.
5.0
great location.
The unit is in a great location. The property is clean and works great for a family get together. The owners were easy to work with, however, the property managers did not provide feedback to needed questions.
5.0
Beach Getaway
My employees loved staying here. They were at the beach everyday after work.
5.0
Wonderful VRBO condo
This was the perfect place for our family to stay while on vacation. It slept all of us comfortably and it was so nice to have a condo with space to enjoy each other’s company. Management was very quick with replies to any questions or concerns we had. Location was perfect and it was easy access to the beach or to bigger attractions like Disneyland. The price was amazing for the amount of space you have. Thank you so much!
5.0
Great location
Our family had a great stay at this property. It is in a great neighborhood and just a ferry ride to New Port Beach.
We were there for a wedding at the Pavilion so it was perfect. We didn't have to drive to and from the wedding. We also enjoyed the restaurant next store everyone there was super nice.
Thank you for the great weekend
4.0
Great place to stay !!!
Would stay again 🤗
5.0
Great place for families
This place was wonderful! It had a lot of bedroom space for the kids to spread out and everything was clean and the kitchen was stocked with everything but food! It was down the street, literally, from the ferry and the garage and closet were loaded with what we’d need to access the beach! I highly recommend this place to a visiting family AND i could totally come back with my kids and their friends there were so many beds and bathrooms!!!!
5.0
Perfect island home!
We had a group of out of town family stay in this wonderful little home:). It was absolutely perfect for them! Beautifully maintained and PERFECT location! They can’t stop talking about their week on Balboa Island.
5.0
Perfect
Lots of room! Great price for a nice property! Thank you
5.0
Wonderful house!
Great house, lots of space, centrally located ... can't wait to stay here again. And the Property Manager, Neil, was super responsive and helpful.
3.0
great location!
Our group stayed for just a couple of days. The island charm was a refreshing escape from our jobs and stress. The houses on the island are dated and this respite was a no frills, safe place to hang out. The available garage parking was greatly appreciated, along with ample seating and a short walk to the ferry. The lockbox access was a great way to gain access to the property when we arrived and checked out.
We did have an adjoining wall to a second unit that I wasn't aware of when booking. The guests behind us were quite rowdy from about midnight to 2 AM. our last night on the island; but overall, a great place and a great experience.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Balboa Island?
The average price for a rental in Balboa Island is $445 per night. This rental is $32 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 4BR\/3BA Island Home - Easy access to Beaches w\/ new AC, attached 2BR for10+ grps. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 4BR\/3BA Island Home - Easy access to Beaches w\/ new AC, attached 2BR for10+ grps pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 4BR\/3BA Island Home - Easy access to Beaches w\/ new AC, attached 2BR for10+ grps?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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