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Nestled between the piers on Balboa peninsula, this charming original beach house offers a tranquil retreat. Perfect for big family meals or friendly get-togethers, the open floor-plan features a living room, dining area, and kitchen connected for seamless gatherings. With Wi-Fi and cable available throughout the property as well as an equipped kitchen with linens provided guests can unwind in comfort.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach

  • Summary:

    This charming original beach house is perfect for a quiet beachy get away.



    The Space:

    318 Lindo is professionally managed by Newport Beach Vacation Properties. This charming original beach house has been lovingly maintained and redone over the decades. Perfectly positioned between the piers on the Balboa peninsula, visitors will enjoy both the sun and surf on the beautiful beaches nearby. The bay-front is 7 houses away with multiple bay beaches for children not ready for the big waves of the Pacific Ocean.



    The open floor-plan feels large with the living room, dining and kitchen connected for big family meals or friendly get togethers. The dining table can seat 8 and the stand-up bar at the kitchen is a great gathering place. The front patio is perfect for any meal at the large outdoor teak table.



    The front upstairs bedroom has a bay view from the king bed and a comfortable sitting area that converts to an extra queen bed. The large back bedroom has 2 queen beds. A nice upstairs patio sits directly off this room. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, and the bright “garden room” has a day bed that can sleep 1 or 2 and contains extra seating. These 3 sitting areas allow your group to all be together or spread out for different activities. Outdoor seating areas allow for sun or shade all day.



    The house has all the amenities: Wi-Fi, cable, a fully equipped kitchen, linens, washer and dryer. The house is filled with beautiful varnished wood and hand-built details, the “schooner” bathroom, the owner’s local artwork, books, games, and a ships bell to ring for dinner.



    We hope you enjoy this house and get to experience the tranquil streets of the Balboa Peninsula bay-front.



    SLP12755



    Guest Access:

    Guests have access to the entire home, including the front porch & the back enclosed parking area.



    The Neighborhood:

    Quieter area of the Balboa Peninsula near Bay Island. Close walking distance to beach and bay.



    Other Things to Note:

    *There is only 1 shower in the upstairs bathroom. Downstairs bathroom only has a bathtub. There is also a private outdoor shower.

    *Bikes and boards pictured are not for guest use.

    - 10 pm noise curfew ordinance Strictly enforced by Newport Beach Police

    - Must be 26 or older to book

    - Must provide your email and be able to access our company online portal for house info.

    - No parties or gatherings.

    - We try our best to keep updated on remodels/construction happening around our vacation units. However, construction can pop up anytime in the City of Newport Beach without notice. N.B.V.P is not responsible and will not issue refunds due to neighboring construction.



    Interaction with Guests:

    I give my guests space but am available when needed.

    We are available at any time to answer any questions or service the property.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Must be able to login into our Online Guest Portal and provide us and working email and phone number for during your stay. Must be 26 or older to ...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 SLP12755
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Island and Main Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732
    Balboa Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Balboa Pier
    Balboa Pier
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Balboa Fun Zone
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Orange Station
    23 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harborside Restaurant & Grand
    10 min walk
  • The Galley Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico
    5 min drive
  • Ruby's Diner
    15 min walk
  • Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach located?

Located in Balboa Peninsula, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also within 10 minutes.

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318 Lindo | Historic Family Home Near Bay & Beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
no view but close. great and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Skyler K.

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

Tasteful beach house

Ideal location, very tasteful home !
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ma

Beautiful house, my mom , kids and myself have a wonderful time! The property management often very attentive to us. Wonderful people around as a neighbors. We be back soon! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

jami f.

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

Balboa Beach House

Last minute visit. Place was great but cold. Also could have better pillows (felt like my granny’s pillows) and towels. The amount of housework required on checkout was also a bit much. It’s not a dormitory. Otherwise great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay here in Newport Beach and would definitely stay at the Remodeled Historical Home again. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Family vacation

Great experience in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Wonderful House and Location

The house was perfect for two families visiting Newport Beach. It had everything we needed and was in walking distance of the beach, stores and restaurants. We would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Great stay.

Great location. Quirky but really neat property. Kids loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J C.

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

Balboa House

The house was beautiful and the location is amazing. Would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH B.

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

PERFECT FOR A FAMILY

This property is comfortable and homey ; it is open and great for games ; proximity to the marina beach and the “big” ocean is perfect!! We walked most everywhere and loved the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo M.

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

A Ship’s Vacation

This is a welcoming and friendly craftsman/ship design house. It was great for our family ranging from 4 years to 69 years. Everyone loved it. Close to bay and ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Historic Beauty

Celebrated my birthday in this beautiful historic home in the perfect location. Check in / out was easy. The home was well stocked with everything you needed to make family meals. The tubs were heaven. Classy yet comfortable. Easy walk to beach. Perfect for a family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Fabulous Family get away

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time over Thanksgiving in this cozy, comfortable beach house. Our teenagers loved riding bikes all over the Peninsula. The house was well stocked with everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our time at this beach house. It has great character and history with all the right updates. We had plenty a room for our family. It was an easy walk to the beach and to the bay. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Would book again!

This is a unique, 100 year old house that is completely charming and well stocked with all the comforts of home. Located between the beach and bay it was close enough to walk to either but far enough away from crowded, chaotic, party area that it was quiet at night. Only two comments; fireplace advertised on site yet personal information provided states fireplace can NOT be used and house across the street is under construction so M-F construction workers began to show up as early as 6:30 am so quiet morning coffee on front porch swing or sleeping in was not an option.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marni H.

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

Perfect family vacay

The property was perfect for our large family plenty of sleep spaces. It was cute and felt like it had old ship theme with it’s dark wood and lighthouse decor. Cute story about the property on the wall that made it feel even more homey. Quick walk to the beach. Quick stroll to the Fun Zone. The place has two bathrooms and one shower inside. The other shower is outside. It’s probably an after beach rinse off shower but it’s private and a fun adventure showering outside. We would love to stay there again. Thank you for sharing your awesome home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was found clean and orderly. It did get hot as day went on. Fans were provided but still upstairs was hot. The biggest concern were the flies. So many flies my son brought over his bug zapper. We couldn’t keep windows shut due to the heat. We kept counters and trash emptied but still flies were everywhere.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beau M.

Charming Nautical Rental on Balboa Peninsula

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was clean, and very well taken care of. The charming wood and the spacious kitchen, and all of the decor in the home was very inviting and it felt like you were in a nice wooden ship. We would stay in the home again if available. Plenty of room for our large family of 9 people. The weather was great and all of the fans in the home along with the windows kept the home very cool in early October. Location was quiet and away from 20th street party scene. Loved the location with 8 minute walking distance to ferry location and fun zone area. Marina Cafe was a close bike ride and it really was great. The microwave went out on the second day and the management company replaced it immediately the next day. Highly recommend this fun home!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Great location - Wish it had air conditioning or screens

Overall, we were happy with our stay. Large property with many places to spread out and sleep. We were only a part of 5 and could have easily brought 5 more. Areas I think could be upgraded for future visitors: -BIGGEST ISSUE - No Air Conditioning. The temperature outside during our stay was extremely pleasant. We are not used to going without air conditioning so initially, we found it fun to open all the windows and enjoy the fresh air. The problem came when the bugs started entering the property. There are no screens on the windows and the bugs would come in throughout the day and stay. Unfortunately, this means we had numerous bug bites from mosquitos. There were only 2 large fans in the home so we were very warm at night if we kept the windows closed. I'm all for camping, but with the price point, it wore thin on a week-long vacation. This needs to be fully disclosed and/or remedied for future visitors. -Linens- They are on their last leg. Need to be upgraded. Pillows are thin. Bathrooms- For 5 people, we didn't have too many issues with the 2 bathrooms but only one shower was occasionally an issue. The downstairs bathroom had little room to get ready with a pedestal sink and only a tub. Bedrooms- only 1 T.V. in the upstairs bedroom. The others don't have one. Excellent parking, location to the water, and the kitchen was very nice. We took the opportunity to take the kayaks into the water which was incredible. Great front porch swing and sunroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great house! Challenges with the property management co.

The house and homeowner were absolutely lovely, it's a beautiful home! The space and location were very comfortable and convenient. The outdoor shower was dreamy, and the house had everything you could want including plenty of toys for activities (bikes, etc.) and a grill. There is only one indoor shower which may not be ideal in all seasons but was no problem for us in May. The upstairs shower was full of hair when we arrived, and it would have been nice if there had been towels in the bathrooms when we arrived rather than downstairs wrapped in plastic, but otherwise the house was spotless. Unfortunately, the property management company called my cell phone 3 times as soon as my booking was confirmed through VRBO. They insisted on an additional $1000 deposit or an a additional non-refundable fee they had mistakenly left out of their listing and threatened to cancel my booking. I agreed to the deposit, but found the repeated calls very irritating and unprofessional as I was busy at work. They charged me $1000 and it took multiple emails and 3 phone calls over weeks following our checkout before anyone responded or initiated the return of my deposit. Furthermore, I called to requested an early check in (which I'd discussed with whoever had called me insisting on the deposit), the Newport Beach Vacation Property staff were very rude and unpleasant and said that I would be charged $50 per hour for early check in. This is the first time I've heard of such a policy, and I explained that maybe they could be flexible given my willingness to provide the additional $1000 deposit and so we were allowed to check in 90 minutes early at 2:30. I later reviewed my contract which confirmed there had been no mention a fee for early check in / late check out (although many other fees are explained therein). All in all, the house was lovely as was the homeowner. Based on my experience I would discourage anyone from dealing with Newport Beach Vacation Properties and I hope they have updated their listing and contract accordingly so that other vacationers don't encounter the same surprises and unprofessional conduct as I did.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Family Vacation

This is our 2nd time staying at 318 Lindo Ave and we all had a fantastic stay. This house feels like home with all the character it has. We love staying here, it's a wonderful location, so close to everything, but still quiet and cozy. Looking forward to our stay next year.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Z.

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

Fabulous

It was beyond what we were expecting. Loved all of it. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

So, so lovely

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was awesome! The cottage is lovely- certainly something from another time. The details are charming, the history wonderful, the location perfect. There was a stunning bouquet of roses on the table to greet us when we arrived, which we loved. Property management was welcoming and responsive. We were there in December, and the weather was unusually cold. When we asked management for help staying warm, they jumped through hoops to provide space heaters- for which we were so grateful! All in all a memorable stay, and we hope to return someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Great family time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This wonderful house allowed us to have a great stay with the best of the beach & bay & no parking issues. The side yard allowed us to relax while the small children played & we BBQ'd. Since I have family in the area, they visited & there was plenty of room since the front of the house has a front porch along with a table, which is in the shade from the tree. The large kitchen provided ample area for food prep. Having access thru the back gate was also handy for unloading & extra parking if needed. Overall, this was above our expectations for a great place to stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Lilia Z.

Birthday Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was wonderful, unfortunately due to oil spill, the beach was not open. Otherwise, it was a wonderful getaway to the OC!