Title: Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island 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 home # Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island Holiday home with kitchen, near Fashion Island ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336709/5da2c93b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336709/fabbfac4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336709/47a73c05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336709/4c2b991a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336709/91e84484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, Balboa back unit is perfect for your next family vacation. Located centrally on Balboa Island, just a short walk away from the Ferry and the historic Marine Avenue where you can find quaint boutiques and restaurants. Upon entering the home, you will walk up a short flight of stairs and be greeted with a spacious living area with a large sectional for cozying up. The living area flows into the updated kitchen and dining area with a table for 4. Just outside the open space living area, you will find a large deck with comfortable seating for the whole family, another table that seats 6-8, a fire pit, and a BBQ. Back inside the home, you will find the 2 bedrooms and full bathroom down the hall. The bathroom offers a tub/shower combination. The master bedroom has a king bed with a large closet and the guest bedroom has 2 twin beds and a closet as well. The shared garage is below your unit, where you can find a full sized washer and dryer that is shared with the front unit's guests. Your designated parking spot will be on the left hand side of the garage. This home is in an ideal location on Balboa Island, walking distance to all the Island has to offer. The bayfront beaches are perfect for families with small children to play, due to the calm waters. This home is available to book on it's own as just the back unit, or together with the front unit. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69550000/69543900/69543832/da166b24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming rear cottage on Balboa Island's Quiet End Balboa Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=69543832&PinnedHotelID=69543832&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 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 SLP12871 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 495 ## 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%7C33.60723%2C-117.89470&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tCV71K9VqtjjziXqtQsH_yyy9Og=) Newport Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Balboa Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Balboa Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Fashion Island - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Corona del Mar State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles #### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive - Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive - ‪Class of 47 - ‬5 min drive - ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lovely Upper unit on Balboa Island located? > Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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