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On Balboa Island, this 3-bedroom retreat offers a warm welcome with its fireplace and outside patio. Equipped with modern essentials like central air and heat, a fully set-up kitchen, Wi-Fi , washer and dryer as well as smart TV's in the living room and each bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Shiny gem on Onyx Ave.

  • Professionally designed,3 bedroom /2bathroom lower unit of a duplex just a block from downtown on Balboa Island.
    New everything !!! CENTRAL AIR and heat,fireplace, gas BBQ, new appliances, and outside patio .
    This unit offers easy access to the beach and boardwalk. It's equipped with everything you could ever need for a great vacation.
    Features include a fully set-up kitchen with Keurig coffee maker, Wi-Fi ,Keyless entry , smart TV's with cable in the living room and each bedroom, washer and dryer, beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards and pack and play, 1 covered and off street parking space .

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: 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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Smoking anywhere on the property.
Be aware that neighbors are in close proximity . No loud noise

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 SLP12798

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home 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 popular attractions can visit Orange County Fair and Events Center and Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with clear blue water, palm trees, and houses along the shore.
    Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A wooden pier structure extending into a turquoise sea.
    Balboa Pier
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A marina with boats docked along the shore, a prominent building with a dome, and palm trees lining the background.
    Balboa Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A marina with several yachts docked and a cityscape with tall buildings in the background.
    Fashion Island
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Balboa Fun Zone
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Orange Station
    20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harborside Restaurant & Grand
    5 min drive
  • Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico
    11 min walk
  • Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill
    6 min drive
  • Dad's Original Frozen Banana
    2 min walk
  • The Galley Cafe
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiny gem on Onyx Ave. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shiny gem on Onyx Ave.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shiny gem on Onyx Ave.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shiny gem on Onyx Ave.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shiny gem on Onyx Ave. located?

Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fashion Island and Newport Beach Pier. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pavilion are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Shiny gem on Onyx Ave. Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Kitchen was well stocked, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Wonderful stay and location in Balboa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jack R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was great about this place. Good location the host were easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balboa Stay

Such a cute, clean place! Our second stay! Always a good time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house, great location!

House was beautiful, stocked with everything we needed. In a great location, one block from downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Balboa isle vacation

Excellent location! Nicely furnished. Comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, very nice home

Perfect location and a beautiful property. The home was well stocked, very clean and just seconds from the heart of balboa island. Our host was communicative and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had such a great time at this home. Great location and the house itself was in perfect shape - really nice furniture, lots of amenities, and the host did an amazing job making us feel at home. We would absolutely stay here again. Thanks Ron!
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

All I want to say is I would love to live at this place! Professionally decorated and clean as can be. The location was perfect for all of us as we liked to stroll along the main street. It was such a great house and such friendly neighbors!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy Balboa condo

Comfortable condo conveniently located near Marine Avenue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Every aspect perfect!

Absolutely everything was perfect! The decor, cleanliness, supplies, location, and host were stellar! Would entertain the idea of staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Convenient, immaculate, and comfortable. Well supplied and ready for guests. Only issue is noisy neighbors overhead on occasion.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Home Away from Home

I booked this property for my daughter & family who were visiting from AZ for the holidays. It is clean, updated, well-appointed and close to our home on BI. It worked great!Thank you for offering this property ;-)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Balboa Island Cottage

This property was perfect for our family reunion and vacation. We loved the close proximity to Marine Ave, as the kids would venture off to shop and eat at their leisure. This house is beautifully decorated and immaculate! And we so appreciated the welcome snacks and wine, as we had a long day of travel. A very nice personal touch!! Ron was very responsive and organized. We are hoping to stay again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home in Central Location

We loved our stay! The home is centrally located on the island - my husband loved the close access to a good cup of coffee (across the street), I loved being able to take a gorgeous walk to the ferry, and our son loved the proximity to the sand. The home is immaculately clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The hosts were generous and forthright about an unforeseen issue, which was truly very kind and gracious. We've stayed in the upstairs unit, too, which is also fantastic! Highly recommend either (or both for a large family!) Enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful rental!

This was a perfect rental for our family of 5. Ron has thought of every possible thing we might have needed. Very well stocked with thoughtful snacks and wine, and very clean. Having a parking spot on Balboa Island was fantastic, and we were literally a 30-second walk to all the shops, restaurants, and coffee shops. Coffee on the front patio was a lovely way to start the day. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Island stay!!

I have been renting places in Newport Beach and on Balboa Island for about 15 years and this was probably my favorite property to date! It is beautifully decorated, it’s very clean and has everything you need and more! The bathrooms are beautiful and updated and beds are comfy! Plenty of towels and extras ! We walked in to find a large basket with all kinds of snacks and a bottle of wine waiting for us! The communication was superb and the location was so convenient to the shops and restaurants (you can literally see Huskins coffee shop on the corner from your front porch). I would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

This was the absolute perfect property for us, our two adult kids and their spouses. Very generous living room seating, large dining area, kitchen with everything! Location is one block off of the Main Street allowing us to run to the grocery store, enjoy the cafes and shopping. Easy walk to the ferry. It was great having a designated parking spot. And a shout out to Rob who amazoned extra coffee over to us within hours when our coffee loving family needed more coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Balboa Island Experience

The property was perfect for our stay. Location was close to the shops and excellent coffee! Parking was easy. The kitchen was well stocked with coffee, snacks and water bottles- always a big plus. Beds are comfortable and the place was super clean. We especially enjoyed the living so we could watch some college football and movies. Highly recommend this property. The only thing that wasn’t “perfect” was you could hear the folks upstairs waking around but we’re early risers so it didn’t bother us at all! Overall it exceeded our expectations! We’ll be back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place, amazing location, excellent host

The location couldn’t be more perfect - one short block off the main avenue on Balboa Island. Restaurants less than 2 blocks away, a short walk to the water, and just a great place to be. The house was perfect for our 2 families, and when we had more people drop by for a quick visit, it was a great space to get together and coordinate plans. The rooms were lovely — new, spacious, well appointed, and very comfortable. Nice kitchen for making our own breakfasts. Great amenities, like Keurig coffee maker. Dining table that comfortably seats 6-8, nice sliding doors and patio made the inside connect to the outside easily. We had a lovely time. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute downstairs rental steps from main street

This is a spacious comfortable and well designed 3 bedroom rental just a half block from the main street with shops, cafes, and restaurants. The master bathroom is very spacious and both bathrooms have walk in showers. The kitchen is well stocked and we appreciated the snacks and wine. The outdoor patio is a nice place to enjoy morning coffee or evening drinks, although this is a house currently under construction across the street. It was great being steps away from everything, but that also meant that it was a bit on the noisy side with foot and vehicle traffic on Balboa Ave that runs along the side of the house. That said, we would rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for enjoying Balboa Island

Our family of 5 came to the Newport Beach area to attend a wedding. We were looking for a house that would allow us to go on walks, grab coffee and cook quick meals. Ron's house was perfect! First, the location is ideal for shopping, dining or just exploring the waterfront. The area seems to be primarily vacation rentals so there were a lot of people out and about the whole time. That said, it was very quiet. I never heard a peep. The only inconvenience truly is that the city shutoff our water one evening for repairs, but we got plenty of headsup and planned around it. Second, the beds are comfy and Ron truly has thought of everything. There's a grocery store right off the island with a pharmacy next door. We made frequent trips and loved the convenience. The furnishings are quite stylish and the spacious master bath was a treat. All in all a phenomenal place. We have stayed at many rentals over the years and this ranks at the top. Nicely done, Ron!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our fav little spot on Balboa!!! The hosts are great! Everything we need! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a few days on the island. Clean, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025