Title: Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27332137&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House ## Photo gallery for Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House ![Dining - Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332137/29b37120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, music library - Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332137/143a62e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332137/62d22f21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332137/85076676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27332200/27332137/b4d981b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Fashion Island, Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House An original 1937 family beach cottage on Balboa Island - Duck House. Welcome to my home, a fully functioning home. Experience Balboa Island, in this 2 bedroom/2 bath house. Whether two couples or a small family or any other collection of humanoids - vintage cottage built in 1937 to enjoy. I have worked to maintain the cottage charm while including modern conveniences. I would love to host you at Duck House. Please contact me with any/all questions. Duck House is furnished as if I was living there - my guests often comment (on another site that I have been using since June 2017) that I have provided everything and more. You are really staying in My Home - not some beach crash pad (Balboa Peninsula has those). The pictures and virtual tour will show you all about the Duck House - there is nothing to hide. I have had guests/visitors from all over the world stay at the Duck House - many have come back or will be in the coming months. My girlfriend and I have been invited by our guests to join them on the patio for appetizers and wine - not required but this is Balboa Island - you are on "island" time. There have been a few recent updates to the Duck House. The blinds in the front bedroom and living room are new cordless faux wood blinds. The kitchen has recessed lights and a new remote fan. The kitchen to patio doors have brand new cordless shades. Lastly, both toilets have been replaced. A new headboard in the master bedroom. There may be other updates between my writing of this description and when you arrive - all with the goal of maintaining the original charm. Suggestions are always welcome. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the premises ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116750000/116743000/116742945/1bcbec24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balboa Island Cottage- Air Conditioning! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Small gatherings must be pre-approved 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 SLP12455 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Balboa Island Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath Duck House Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath Duck House Balboa Island Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath Duck Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath Duck Balboa 2 Bdm 2 Bath Duck House Balboa Island Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath Duck House Balboa Island Cottage 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Duck House Balboa Island Cottage 2 Bdm/2 Bath - Duck House Newport Beach ## About the area Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Balboa Fun Zone, or check out an event or a game at Festival Amphitheatre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Newport Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach.dx8111) [View more Holiday homes in Newport Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d8111-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.60680%2C-117.89792&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ENee5buKyEv_UDo4d5iZ2WF2OJA=) Newport Beach, CA ### What's nearby - ![Balboa Island 2017](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/99f1a293-5240-4587-b4e7-0d63023a0a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Peninsula Beaches 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Balboa pier sunrise #natgeo #travel #artofvisuals #natgeotravel #beautifuldestinations #nikon #sonyalpha #instatravel#traveltheworld #bbctravel #aroundtheworld #tourtheplanet #bestintravel #roamtheplanet #picoftheday #TLPicks #NatGeoYourShot #californiaadventure #visitcalifornia #westcoast_exposures #travelcalifornia #ExploringTheGlobe #ilovenewportbeach #ocgrammers #newportbeach #beachstyle #beach #surf #sea #seashore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/b477b4d5-b071-4028-8667-18c3b9ede4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Pier 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056397164/eea3ae6e-fec8-456b-9c51-24c49349fc82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Balboa Fun Zone 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Newport Harbor Nautical Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station 21 min drive - Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico 1 min walk - Harborside Restaurant & Grand 4 min drive - The Galley Cafe 4 min drive - Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana 11 min walk - Wilma's Patio Restaurant 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House? ### What time is check-in at Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House? ### What time is check-out at Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House? ### Where is Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balboa Island 2 Bdm / 2 Bath Vacation Home - Duck House 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah R. 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second Stay at Duck House Our second stay at the Duck House was as memorable as the first, pre Covid. The charming cottage has all the comforts of home: a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, nicely furnished, fluffy towels, and every board game imaginable. It's in a great location, too. Within walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques; and close to the ferry. Lovely neighbors, too. Already looking forward to returning to the Duck House, but staying longer! ##### Deborah R. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy G. 18 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our second stay! It was wonderful - everything we hoped for. ##### Sandy G. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda E. 7 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Duck House! I consider the Duck House our second home! ##### Linda E. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl B., Mesa, AZ 21 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa Island Re-Visit 2nd time renting the Duck House and really enjoyed it. Clean and well stocked. Gracious hosts ##### Cheryl B. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin R. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Three Times All Charming It was my third time at The Duck House, and enjoyed each stay very much! ##### Robin R. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Park City Pacific LLC W. 5 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! Wonderful! Would definitely stay here again, super comfortable great location really nice manager ##### Park City Pacific LLC W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom G. 28 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Us Very clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed. Great location near ferry. Wonderful hosts. Perfect for two couples. ##### Tom G. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda E. 17 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Second Home My son and daughter-in-law rented the Duck Inn for my son and I so we could visit them on the Island. It was such a fun week, meeting their friends and spending time with them and my granddaughter. Sincerely, Shirley Ellsworth ##### Linda E. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy G. 13 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We'll be back! Craig and Susan are the ultimate hosts. The cottage is well-stocked. We were extremely comfortable. We couldn't have asked for more...Thank you so much, Craig and Susan, for your hospitality. As you know, we've already scheduled a visit next year! ##### Sandy G. Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl B., Mesa, AZ 11 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We loved returning to Balboa Island where both my husband and I had lived years ago. The Duck House was the perfect cottage - very nicely decorated and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. Neighbors were very friendly. A big thank you to Craig for allowing us to enjoy his beautiful property. ##### Cheryl B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane H. 21 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location The house was walking distance to stores and restaurants and in a quiet neighborhood. Craig stopped in to say hi and asked if everything was OK. We parked right in front of the house and enjoyed the stay. ##### Diane H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james p. 1 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful getawaay I hesitate to write this review only because I'd rather keep the Duck House a secret treasure. My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay here and it was beyond even our most optimistic hopes. Charming house, great location, easy-to-work-with host. It is even nicer than as shown in the photos. We will be back! ##### james p. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte C. 1 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Return to Duck Cottage A lovely, spacious, well-equipped cottage. Tree-lined streets, near the bay, village atmosphere. Rather tight on the rules; definitely not a party house with wet bathing suits and sand bunnies. ##### Charlotte C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nora T. 28 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place with history one of the few original properties on the island . Lots of character and all the things you would want in a good hotel. Craig is right there if any problem. Love staying here. ##### Nora T. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy J., Phoenix 4 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A gem of a home! The Duck House as my family calls it is amazing. Only made more wonderful by the renter Craig and his amazing Susan. It’s like staying with family. The special touches are perfection! The location, weather etc is wonderful! ##### Tracy J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen P. 18 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect biking getaway Perfect location for biking Balboa, Newport, Huntington. The Duck House was very clean and comfortable. All the amenities you would need. Added extra touches. Hospitality from manager was excellent. Will definitely be returning! ##### Karen P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nora T. 4 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful This house is a special house. Lot's of history. Neighbors are very friendly. We've are planning on returning next year. ##### Nora T. ### 8/10 Good #### Ric M. 24 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Duck House just ducky except for the three bears beds Our stay at the Duck house was very relaxing and enjoyable. Great location to the Ferry and on the less traffic side of the Island. The layout of this house is very nice and livable. Our only complaint is the beds. I ended up sleeping in the queen which seemed a little too hard. My wife tried the two twin beds. One was too soft for her and the other was pretty good. ##### Ric M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michelle e. 20 May 2019 #### The Duck House Had a wonderful time. This home has a perfect location. It is very clean and has everything you need for a vacation stay . Very sunny front and backyard with seating . Lots of little extras like Keurig coffee maker, Popcorn Maker, BBQ, filtered drinking water, blender, beach towels, a variety of games and extra USB port plug ins and plenty of electrical strips so everything can stay charged! The host was very thoughtful and left a welcoming bottle of wine and chocolate...can't beat that. We will definitely come back to this charming VRBO called "the Duck House" ##### michelle e. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy B. 18 Aug 2018 #### Everything was great, the home was well equipped with towels, kitchen utensils and even beach toys! My only recommendation is perhaps an umbrella for the patio and extra fans during the summer time. We will back next year! ##### Judy B. Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Claire S. 25 Mar 2018 #### Cozy cottage in a great location! Wonderful time on the island! I love the location and ability to step out the door and walk. The owner is friendly and makes visitors feel at home. ##### Claire S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. 14 Jan 2018 #### The Duck House was a perfect spot for a long weekend. Comfortable, convenient and clean. We really enjoyed our stay at the Duck House. The kitchen was fully stocked, easy walk to the ferry, friendly neighbors, street parking was plentiful and home very comfortable. ##### Kim M. ---