Title: Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 condo # Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! Waterfront condo with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33660700/33660617/543a2a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33660700/33660617/613e1bb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33660700/33660617/3ac47f04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33660700/33660617/fdf9a8f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33660700/33660617/8df3980a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on quiet Balboa Island in Newport Beach, this welcoming one-bedroom home retains its original beach cottage charm. Enjoy a lovely bay view from the large picture window and comfortable deck with electric barbecue. With a fully stocked kitchen, cable TV, WiFi and starter supplies like liquid hand soap and dish soap provided. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! Permit #SLP13813 Ask about our special winter rates for month-long bookings! Quiet Balboa Island Location Our welcoming rear upstairs bay view unit is indeed the perfect place for a single, couple, or small family to experience Balboa Island in Newport Beach firsthand. Even though the furnishings are updated, this year-round vacation home still retains its original beach cottage charm. Guests are greeted by a friendly and practical Dutch door to catch the gentle breezes off the bay, and they will love the crisp white bead board and planking that enhance the bayside ambiance of this one-bedroom home. Enjoy the following amenities: LIVING/DINING AREA: \- Fold out sofa bed \- Cable TV \- Dining table with seating for 4 guests \- Open floor plan \- Large picture window provides a lovely bay view KITCHEN: \- Fully stocked w/ cookware, dinnerware, utensils and appliances for meal preparation (but no dishwasher) \- Guests must supply their own food, drinks (including coffee), spices, condiments, and paper goods (napkins, plastic wrap, etc.) BEDROOM: \- Queen bed \- large walk-in closet EXTRA SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: \- Fold out sofa in the living area opens to a full size bed (best for 2 small children or 1 adult) \- A trifold twin floor mat (best suited for children) or twin rollaway bed can be rented to provide additional sleeping arrangements, when needed, within the unit's maximum occupancy. Please contact our office in advance to allow for delivery on your arrival date BATHROOM: Step-in shower LINENS: All bed, bath, kitchen, and beach linens for the maximum number of guests are provided as part of the cleaning and linen fee and are neatly prepared for your arrival. OUTDOOR LIVING: \- Comfortable bay view deck with table, chairs and electric barbecue \- Front row seats to the famous Christmas Boat Parade! \- Quiet Balboa Island neighborhood \- Bayfront walkway that circumnavigates the entire Island ALSO INCLUDED: \- Wi-Fi; hair dryer; iron/ironing board; 2 low-profile beach chairs; floor fans; heating \- starter supplies: liquid hand soap; dish soap; dishwasher caps; sponge; kitchen trash bags; 2-4 rolls toilet paper; 1 paper towel roll (guests must supply additional amounts, along with their own personal toiletries/shampoo/conditioner) DUE TO THE TYPICALLY MODERATE COASTAL CLIMATE, THIS HOUSE - LIKE MOST IN THE AREA - DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING. PARKING: No designated parking. General neighborhood street parking in area (metered and unmetered). LAUNDRY: No laundry facilities for this rear upstairs unit ALSO: The gorgeous bayfront main house of this property (4 bedrooms/4 baths) can also be booked simultaneously, when available, to accommodate larger family groups on the entire property. Includes garage parking, laundry. See separate listing or contact our office for more information. RECREATIONAL GEAR: Additional beach gear or recreational equipment is available for rent from the management at very reasonable rates for our guests: large ice chests, Pack n Play portable cribs, portable high chairs, wagons; twin rollaway beds, etc. Contact us for more information! CITY TAX: A 10% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is included in all booking totals, (for reservations less than 30 nights) as mandated by the City of Newport Beach. SECURITY EQUIPMENT: This property may use surveillance cameras and/or recording devices in outdoor spaces, and/or entrances to the property, as well as noise monitoring equipment such as decibel readers, to protect the property, guests, and ensuring compliance with local ordinances. Check-in Time: 3 p.m. on the arrival date Check-out Time: 10 a.m. on the departure date ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33655500/33655442/5a3b3e27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Bay Views! | Historic Charmer on a Quiet Block | Beach & Hot Spots in Easy Walking Distance Balboa Peninsula - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=33655442&PinnedHotelID=33655442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103080000/103079200/103079137/692189c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balboa Island Gem | Walk to Beach & Dining | AC + Private Deck Balboa Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=103079137&PinnedHotelID=103079137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572500/33572428/8c6b8e54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! 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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 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 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. ### Property is also known as Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Newport Beach Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Newport Beach Apartment Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Apartment Charming Bayview Upstairs Vacation Getaway Newport Beach 375344 ## About the area ![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%7C33.60837%2C-117.89748&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OZlgfzGQnn5VG0ShGhNpThfEcGY=) Newport Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Balboa Fun Zone - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Balboa Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Balboa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Orange Station - 21 min drive - Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive - ‪Class of 47 - ‬5 min drive - ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬4 min walk - ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬9 min walk - ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Darling Balboa Island Getaway | Bay Views, Sunny Patio | Wildly Walkable - No Car Needed! located? > Located in Balboa Island, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and Newport Dune are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question