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BALBOA OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Balboa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Newport Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Balboa Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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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 OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC

Located between Newport and Balboa Piers this mid Century 4 unit building on West Balboa Blvd Is perfect for short walks to either Pier and many fine restaurants, as well as the Balboa Ferry and the Catalina Flyer. This Studio apartment has a full kitchen. There is a comfy queen size captain's bed with storage underneath and ample closet and drawer space. Side tables are laptop tables to provide a workspace. Amenities include Smart TV, Cable, free Wifi, coin op washer and Dryer, there is a gas BBQ with table and chairs on a shared patio space. 2 Tommy Bahama Beach chairs and Boogie Boards are provided and stored in the garage with the laundry. This is a ground floor unit. There is a small bathroom with a NEW SHOWER!. Street Parking only. Quite hours are very important. No animals allowed on property due to allergies. City Short term rental permit SLP13794
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Mother’s Beach. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washer/dryer, and balcony or patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Newport Pier and 10 minutes from Huntington Beach Pier
This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Newport Beach apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No bookings more than 28 days Quite hours from 10pm to 8am strictly enforced Renter responsible for any city fines for violating noise ordanances

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number SLP13794

Property is also known as

Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach Bay With AC
Balboa Ocean Escape Trinn til Strand og Bukt med AC
Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach and Bay With AC Apartment
Balboa Ocean Escape Steps to Beach and Bay With AC Newport Beach

BALBOA OCEAN ESCAPE Steps to Beach and Bay with AC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tina l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was easy. Kitchen was a full kitchen. Stocked well. Except for spices. Not enough tp. No box of tissues. No dish rags and only one dish towel. Not a big deal really. We bought tp. The unit has lots of storage. Bed very comfy. Really liked the outdoor area. Had a lovely breakfast out there. Used beach chairs and umbrellas.would stay here again. Would refer to friends too
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spence P.

Liked: Cleanliness

small, but very adequate

Everything was very well stocked. The shower was a little small to be able to wash your feet. This unit did not have a garage to park in even though there were three empty garage spaces. That would’ve made it a lot better if we didn’t have to hunt for street parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew T.

Liked: Cleanliness

So convenient to beach, shops and market

We loved how access to the beach, the shops and the market were so close. Very quiet during our stay, we felt very safe here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short beach get-away

Studio apt was very well equipped!! Although we didn't use the kitchen much during our short stay, I was impressed with how well it is equipped!!! Instructions on the use of the apt were very clear & appreciated. The only suggestion is to put the outside address # in a place that can be seen from the street. When the patio umbrella is up, the address # is not visible from the street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M. Baum - S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Clean, spacious, comfortable, had everything I needed, easy street parking, close to the water, great communication and clear instructions for access and cleanup. It was my second stay in a unit at this address and I will be back again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

Very clean and near the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great place for our weekend get away. Enjoyed the ease of parking which can be hard in a coastal town, great price and location nestled between the ocean and bay. Walkable to all the sites, restaurants and stores. Would stay again, as we plan on doing this trip yearly now.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cute and cozy place

Loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for couple,clean and well stocked

We had a great time. We came for my sons, baby shower and we enjoyed the place so much. He lives right down the block would stay at your place anytime
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly

First time here, won't be our last. Location was perfect. Front patio was delightful, with shade and garden-like atmosphere. Very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fine for short stay

Pros: communication/instructions. Flexible and accommodating owners. Extra TP and basic ammenities. Great water pressure in shower. Cons: tiny place. Had to Uber to most places for dinner etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & convenient

Nice spot. Street parking was easy, usually right in front. Shower is quite small, but otherwise, everything is just as we'd have like it. Dennis & Gay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Henry J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Flasher!

The lighting above the bed would not stop flashing and the fan speed was so low, I couldn’t even feel it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Crissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right for our stay

Perfect location, very clean and cozy. It is nestled right between Bay Street, which is a very high-end residential area (i.e. mansions galore) and the beach, which has a miles-long pathway and perfectly sandy beach that was not crowded when we were there in May. We felt very safe at this location and enjoyed sitting outside on the shared patio. The bed is super comfortable and we slept great. The couch is decent, I do wish the sitting area had been a little more comfortable. Everything was very clean and well-stocked. It was nice to have the kitchen so we didn't have to eat every meal out. We walked everywhere - it takes about 15 minutes to walk to Newport Beach and about 20 minutes to the other end near the Balboa Peir. If you have time, we recommend the sunset cruise in the bay and Fly N Fish Oyster Bar in Newport Beach. It's a touristy area, so a little challenging to find the "gems". Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a great spot.

The apartment is very clean, and literally has everything you could need. It was such a sweet and comfortable place to stay. The location is amazing as well. I really enjoyed my time in Newport and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Massey Balboa stay

Very nice property with convenient location between Newport and Balboa pier. Clean with nice amenities in the room. You could here the other guests through the walls but was not a big deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay in Newport Beach

We stayed here for two weeks in March. It is conveniently located in the middle of the peninsula, about half way between the piers and halfway between the ocean and the bay. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Very cute studio. Very clean, exactly like the pictures. Perfect for the two of us. Roughly a mile in either direction to food, shops. Only a block from the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Location was amazing and the place is super clean and comfortable. Walking distance yo everything. We left behind a personal item and realized on the way to the airport. I sent and email and the host responded right away and mailed it too us. Very impressed with everything We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

melody m., Naples, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental

My sis-in-law and I stayed for 3 nights and had zero issues with the property. Very well appointed and stocked studio. Location is fabulous!! Messaged host about nearby restaurants and she responded right away. There is a binder though with a list of restaurants, how to access tv and such. Had neighbors on both sides and had no issues with noise. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B., Jurupa Valley

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasure

Cute apartment & convenient to local hang outs. Would stay again. Easy quick get away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Location was great. Apartment was clean and kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for place for a relaxing long weekend

Wonderful place to stay! Everything was very clean, the bed was comfortable, and the location was perfect. Street parking, but never had a problem finding a spot not too far from the studio. Just a short walk across the street to a less crowded part of the beach, but not too far of a walk to the shops and restaurants. Great outside seating area, perfect to hang out and relax. Directions for everything were well written and easily understood. Overall—a wonderful experience and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Apartment is as advertised. Comfortable bed, which is so important. Everything you need is provided in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023