Title: Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=46213324&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House Holiday home in Newport Beach with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House ![Outdoor dining - Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46220000/46213400/46213324/0797b42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46220000/46213400/46213324/07d34265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46220000/46213400/46213324/07e3dd8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46220000/46213400/46213324/8eb210f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46220000/46213400/46213324/9b29b92e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Quintessential Balboa Island 2 Bed, 2 Bath beach house is located in the heart of the island. Enjoy family gatherings on the front patio, comfortable outdoor dining with BBQ and stroll along historic Marine Avenue. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6950 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House Quintessential Balboa Island 2 Bed, 2 Bath beach house centrally located on the island with equal access to Balboa Ferry and historic Marine Avenue. This home features an open, airy living room with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. This downstairs unit was fully remodeled in 2018. The front patio is perfect for family gatherings. Enjoy comfortable outdoor dining with a patio table and chairs and a BBQ. Stepping inside, the kitchen has plenty of counter space for preparing food and extra storage. Bedroom 1 has a comfy queen bed with en suite bathroom. Bedroom 2 has a bunk bed with a full size mattress on bottom, twin on top and an en-suite bathroom as well. (Picture of that bedroom are older and show 2 twins) Shared laundry room complete with washer and dryer. For your convenience, there are 2 parking parking spots in the front driveway or use it as an oversized patio. This beach house is in prime location on Balboa Island. Go for a walk around the Island and stroll along historic Marine Avenue. Indulge in one of Balboa Island's famous frozen banana or a Balboa Bar. Explore the area via the ferry to visit the Balboa Village on the Peninsula and take in the views of the Balboa Pier. Rent a bike, jet ski, stand up paddle board, or kayak. Whale watching, and deep-sea fishing trips are close by with many boats that leave the Balboa Pavilion daily. On Balboa Island you can relax along the pristine beaches, go surfing nearby, check out the FUN ZONE, and grab a bite to eat at one of the many fine restaurants. You can also book both downstairs and upstairs together if you have a larger group. Ask us about details! SLP13746 ## 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 - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 950 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33657800/33657796/ceb6e39d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayfront Single Family Home 2 blocks from the sand! 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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 SLP10350 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 Vrbo Property Centrally Located On Balboa Remodeled Centrally Located on Balboa Island Centrally Located on Balboa Island Newport Beach Centrally Located on Balboa Island Private vacation home 28 ## 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%7C33.60616%2C-117.89721&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pGcV1CtA7Wp_fgUznCrA9DhOets=) Newport Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Balboa Fun Zone \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Newport Harbor Nautical Museum \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Balboa Peninsula Beaches \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Balboa Pier \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Balboa Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station - 21 min drive - Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬1 min walk - ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Class of 47 - ‬20 min walk - ‪Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House? ### What time is check-in at Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House? ### What time is check-out at Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House? ### Where is Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia D. 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay. Two friends get together. Great spot. Bike rentals close. Loved the 2 bath set up. Off street parking wonderful. ##### Patricia D. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice cottage and the updated kitchen and baths were really nice.One thing was that the bunk bed was very close to the ceiling and you could not use the ceiling fan if someone slept up there because it would likely hit them as they enter/exit the bed on the ladder ##### Kelly B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney H. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House The house was perfect for my family of 4\. I loved the clean, modern décor of the house. I would definitely rent this place again. Check in was seamless. The parking spot was wonderful. We had a great experience. ##### Courtney H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica S. 25 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming front beach house We had a wonderful Thanksgiving vacation staying at this charming front beach house on Balboa Island. The location is great, walking distance to coffee & shops. The kitchen is well stocked and it has a nice open layout that works well. It was the perfect spot for our family vacation. ##### Jessica S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric N. 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Excellent ##### Eric N. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick R. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No surprises This was an excellent location for our stay in Southern California, and the renovated cottage had everything we expected. No surprises is always good! We would stay here again. ##### Rick R. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill H. 6 Oct 2020 #### My vacation on Balboa Isle 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: Our rental was only steps to the bay and ferry. It was beautifully recently updated. It was fully equipped. The people at the agency were helpful and kind. ##### Bill H. ### 6/10 Okay #### Jeremy G. 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location AC has known issues and breaks a lot!We stayed here during a hot week in OC. The AC would run for a little while and then cut out in all the rooms, making the house get very hot. There are warning signs all over the house that state you cannot have the windows open and the AC, so the house will heat up quickly- especially if you take the foot ferry over to Newport. We called maintaince and they knew about this, meaning it happens a lot. They had to flip the circuit breaker to fix it but that only solves the problem for an hour or so.Otherwise the house of very nice and thoughtfully appointed. But at these prices I would stay somewhere else during hot summer months. ##### Jeremy G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah P. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet! This cottage is clean, and equipped with everything you need. The upstairs is over the bottom unit’s bedrooms and you can hear walking around from the bedrooms below. The washer/dryer is a huge plus but the absolute best thing about this place is a driveway for parking two cars. If you’re not familiar with Balboa Island, you will understand once you get there. Parking is a commodity here in these beach cities! ##### Deborah P. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill P. 27 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location Location Perfect location on BI. Quiet street, but close to everything—would definitely stay ther again! ##### Bill P. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary B. 2 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Poor property management This property is awesome, clean, its been completely renovated and great location. The only negative complaint is the A/C was broken. The owner of the property was at the house when we arrived waiting on the A/C people to show which ended up being a no-show. We contacted the Newport Beach property manager and they refused to help with anything regarding the A/C. The weather was warmer than usual, a window a/c unit would of been reall helpful but nothing was offered. Balboa Island is a frequent vacation spot for us and we will return BUT will not rent from Newport Beach Property. More bath towels are a must!!!! ##### Mary B. 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