Title: Balboa Island Charmer Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Balboa Island Charmer Apartment with kitchen, near Fashion Island ## Photo gallery for Balboa Island Charmer ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Balboa Island Charmer (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57739000/57738963/99f8f622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Balboa Island Charmer (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57739000/57738963/e635d286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Balboa Island Charmer (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57739000/57738963/88c31075.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Balboa Island Charmer (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57739000/57738963/7a1b1419.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Balboa Island Charmer (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57739000/57738963/c4eee0c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps to the beach and Balboa Island's main street, this charming one bedroom apartment offers a light and airy living room with a fireplace. Enjoy UHD TV with cable, WiFi, well-stocked kitchen and included beach chairs for a perfect retreat. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Balboa Island Charmer Charming, original one bedroom apartment steps to the beach and Balboa Island's main street. This upstairs unit comfortably sleeps two, with a queen bed in the bedroom. The light and airy living room has a fireplace, UHD TV with cable and WiFi. The kitchen is well stocked. Beach chairs, umbrella and towels are included. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 SLP13469 ### Property is also known as Balboa Island Charmer Newport Balboa Island Charmer Apartment Balboa Island Charmer Newport Beach Balboa Island Charmer Apartment Newport Beach ## About the area Located near the beach, this apartment is in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach. Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center 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 Orange County Great Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bren Events Center, or consider a night out at The Observatory. [Visit our Newport Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach.dx8111) [View more Apartments in Newport Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Apartments.d8111-aaApartments.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%7C33.60797%2C-117.89174&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6WI8Yu42I9E2TLd0N4sZk7NxaH0=) Newport Beach, CA ### What's nearby - ![2017 Catalina Crossing Finish After Party. A great end to a great season for all Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe racers in the southern CA region. #Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/317f2624-b93b-4db2-9b34-e2b04faec2e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Newport Dune 13 min walk \- 0.7 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 17 min walk \- 0.9 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 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Newport Beach Harbor in California city skyline with boats homes and Fashion Island high rise buildings in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068987/fe00e862-14a3-450b-8b56-85ca11458b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fashion Island 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Newport Beach Country Club 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Orange Station 20 min drive - Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico 8 min walk - Harborside Restaurant & Grand 6 min drive - The Galley Cafe 4 min drive - Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana 4 min walk - Wilma's Patio Restaurant 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balboa Island Charmer pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Balboa Island Charmer? ### What time is check-out at Balboa Island Charmer? ### Where is Balboa Island Charmer located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balboa Island Charmer 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 95 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place Well-appointed and well-maintained and in a great location! ##### David H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fausto R. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! It is very convenient, well located! Perfect for 2 people. ##### Fausto R. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rita K. 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun to be on the island Location was perfect. Enjoyed the stay. ##### Rita K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Cozy place everything we need and in great walking distance to all the shops and stores on Balboa Island. Price was great, was a little cramped for 3 people, 2 adults and daughter, but otherwise had everything we needed for mellow vacation stay. ##### James Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike M. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Vacation We had a great stay on the Island. Great central location. ##### Mike M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha C. 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa getaway We really enjoyed our getaway in this cozy spot with an amazing location and a great host. Will definitely book again. ##### Samantha C. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie M. 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Cheryl was wonderful, great location, had everything we needed! ##### Julie M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherri E. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean Neat & Comfortable in a Great Location All best of oceanside sights, restaurants, shops within an easy, beautiful walking distance. ##### Sherri E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra l. 25 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Quiet and convenient spot on the island… close to stores, coffee and restaurants. ##### sandra l. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary T. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything was perfect. Warm comfortable place. It has everything you would ever need. The bed is very comfortable. The owner is very nice. ##### Mary T. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl K. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Charmer was Charming! We are from the area so we knew we wanted to be on Balboa Island. It was the perfect location! The price was reasonable and it had all the amenities and then some! We really, really enjoyed our stay! ##### Karl K. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark C. 12 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa Island charmer Loved it, SUPER quiet and convenient to everything. ##### Mark C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian I. 30 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2nd stay and loved it even more! This was our 2nd time staying here and it was just as good if not better than the 1st time. The location is great! We were there for Memorial weekend so it was a little busy but if you are good with walking parking isnt a big deal. Place is clean, host is awesome and super close to main strip on Balboa. This place is perfect! ##### Ian I. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen B. 27 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas visit We purposely booked Cheryl’s place because we enjoyed it last year! Love the location! ##### Colleen B. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian I. 28 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location and Awesome Place Been to Newport a bunch of times but this was our first time staying on Balboa Island. Was super happy with the price with the location and how awesome the place was. Main street was a short walk and parking was easy to find but it was Nov so not many visitors. The place was clean and had everything you need, really loved it and can't wait to stay there again!!!! ##### Ian I. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara G. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location The location of this unit is perfect. It’s very close to walk to anywhere on the island, and there are several restaurants about 5 minute walk away. We were always able to find close and convenient parking. No problems at all, it was a great stay! ##### Tara G. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla W. 5 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super convenient, prime location! This was perfect and very spacious for my solo visit and it is incredibly close to everything. Walkability was key as I didn't have a car. Thank you, Cheryl! ##### Carla W. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura M. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls trip I wanted a place that was walkable for my 7 yr old niece & myself. We wanted to be close to the beach & also less than a 30 minute Uber to Disney land. This little spot was perfect :) ##### Laura M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly 21 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed using the wood burning stove. The smell was amazing! My family are runners so we loved the 2 1/2 mile loop of the two islands! We’d wake up early and set out on the beautiful paved trail. I miss it already! ##### Kelly Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay I could not say enough wonderful things about the space, my host, and the amenities that were there. The description was perfect. Walking to restaurants, shops and the ferry was perfectly described. The space is perfect for a single traveler or a couple. Again, this space made my vacation to celebrate my birthday one of the best trips I've ever been on. ##### Daniel S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda J. 6 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place and location I come to this great little place once or twice a year. It's close to town. I love just relaxing and walking around the island and shopping is great. The bed is comfortable and so is the sofa sleeper. Nice kitchen with everything you need. Great hostess as well. My favorite place. ##### Linda J. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanora K. 1 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway This property was even cuter than the pictures! Peaceful and quiet, full kitchen, working fireplace and lots of natural light. Only note is that the mattress and pillows were very soft. We will 100% be returning ##### Eleanora K. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susie P. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa Great stay. The air conditioner needs to be replaced. Small apartment, very close to the beach and town ##### Susie P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alycia P. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation This is an adorable property. It was filled with comfy sheets, pillows and blankets which is really important to me. It’s in a beautiful little area of balboa island. My daughter and I slept on the couches so that my mom could take the bed, and we were all comfortable. We were so happy we stayed here and I would recommend to anyone! ##### Alycia P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The owner Cheryl and her son Henry were so gracious. Cheryl's son helped us with our luggage as there was unexpected construction in the alley; designated unloading area. The apartment was charming, decorated with the proximity of the ocean in mind. Cheryl thought of every little thing that one would need; such as a beach umbrella and chairs. My daughter Anna and I had a fabulous visit to the Newport Beach area; this sweet apartment was close to everything that we planned to do. I want to come back and bring my husband. I would highly recommend this property! ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ---