Exceptional(105)
Best Value on Balboa Island, Classic Cottage w/Amenities, Walk to Beach and Marine Avenue
Newport Beach, California, United States
Free Whale Watching, Bike Rentals! We are happy to offer our guests Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination! Please click on the image below to see the latest offers!brbra href=https://bookactivities.com/offers/itrip-npb-205 rel=nofollow target=_blankimg src=https://st1.itrip.net/upload/230/itripbutton_coastal.1481230233.jpg alt=itripbutton3.1477602581.jpg //abr /brbrLocated two blocks from Marine Avenue (Main Street) on Balboa Island, this older cottage is steps to all of the restaurants and short walk to the bay of the famous Balboa Island Ferry. The rear unit has a closed patio that provides a spacious outdoor mix of seating. The gated patio has two Adirondack chairs for relaxing! There is also a patio table and umbrella that seats up to six people. The patio is connected to the cottage through the classic dutch doors as it blends into the living, dining and kitchen areas. The living room, kitchen, and bathroom are located on the first floor and the bedrooms are located on the upper floor. brbrbrbrSLP 12921brbrbrbrEnjoy and relax in this classic Balboa Island Beach Cottage. This rear unit of a duplex is a 2 bedroom/1 bath island cottage. This cottage will bring back memories of staying at Grandma and Grandpa's beach getaway! Good for family vacations and one of the best values on Balboa Island. As with all older homes, it is not perfect and we are making upgrades from time to time.brbrbrbrSleeping Arrangements (sleeps 6)brbr• Master: Queen Bed, TV (Smart TV)brbr• Guest Room 2: 1 twin bed and a twin bunk bed that sleeps 3brbr• Living Room: Sofa Bed (Full)brbrbrbrLiving Roombrbr• Medium TV (Smart TV)brbr• Seating for 8brbrbrbrFront Patio: brbr• Outdoor Dining for 6 Peoplebrbr• Gas BBQbrbrbrbrKitchen / Diningbrbr• Service for 6brbr• Oven, stove, microwave, coffee makerbrbrbrbrBathroomsbrbr• Tub and ShowerbrbrbrbrLinens / Towelsbrbr• IncludedbrbrbrbrBeach Itemsbrbr• Beach Towels (at least 6)brbr• Beach chairs, umbrella, sand toysbrbrbrbrHome Highlightsbrbr• Short walk to Marine Avenue for dining and shoppingbrbr• Short walk to Balboa Island Ferrybrbr• Open Patio with Seatingbrbr• WI-FIbrbr• Outside Parking (1 car)brbr• Hair Dryer / Ironbrbr• Dog friendly home (additional pet fee required)brbrbrbrThe living room and outdoor patio are separated by a classic dutch door that can fully open or just opened at the top that the entire family can use to enjoy the cool ocean breezes. The living room has a medium flatscreen TV so you can keep up with the game or the news. Just a few steps from the main living area, the kitchen serves as a central meeting point - which is fully stocked with cooking/dining gear and basic appliances. You can choose to cook your meal on the outdoor gas grill or in the kitchen! brbrbrbrAs you continue through the house, there are private laundry facilities are conveniently located in the hallway that leads to the stairs to the bedrooms. The master bedroom has a Queen bed and TV. brbrbrbrThe second bedroom is for the kids! It has a twin bed and a twin bunk bed. A closet with space for clothes. The hallway bathroom has a shower/tub combo.brbrbrbrTo fulfill the sleeping arrangements for 6 total guests, please consider that the pullout living room sofa is a full size bed, best suited for 2 children or 1 adult.brbrbrbrPARKING: The parking for the rear unit is inside the gate. All guests are guaranteed a parking space. We do not recommend extremely large vehicles at this location. General neighborhood street parking (metered or unmetered) also in area. Balboa Island, in general, is undergoing some utility replacement on the Island, from time to time we expect the parking situation to be affected by some city utility work.brbrbrbrCheck-in time: 3:30 p.m.brbrCheck-out time: 10 a.m. brbrbrbrPets are allowed and the pet fee is $100 per pet up to two maximum.brbrbrbrBalboa Island is a gem whether you drive, walk, bike or take the Balboa Island Ferry to the island. Balboa Island’s Marine Avenue is home to chic coastal shops featuring unique nautical designs, stylish beach fashions, art and jewelry. It’s also home to quaint restaurants and bistros serving up a variety of dishes bursting with flavor. The selections on Balboa Island go beyond the local fresh seafood of the day with flavors of Italian, Mexican, and French-Swiss mixed in to the culinary choices.brbrbrbrThere may be nothing more iconic than the island’s two famous desserts, the Balboa Bar and Frozen Banana. The local sweet tooth treasures have been mainstays for nearly 75 years, and have been imitated and replicated, including on the hit TV show “Arrested Development.” The tasty treats are dipped in chocolate and covered with a variety of coatings from nuts and sprinkles to cookie crumbs.brbrbrbrIf you want to visit the DISNEYLAND, our property is located just under 20 miles to the resort and it's two main parks. After a great day at the parks, you can return back to your villa, refresh, relax, and take a stroll down to the beach.brbrbrbrIf you are interested in the Laguna Beach PAGEANT OF MASTERS during July, this is a fantastic place to stay. Lyft or Uber is the easiest way to get to the event. You can enjoy a nice glass of wine on the balcony before your ride picks you up and takes you to Laguna Beach.brbrbrbrAdditional local attractions include Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Whale Watching (included in the FREE FUN package), Aquarium of the Pacific, South Coast Plaza, and Fashion Island.brbrbrbrBut a trip to Balboa Island wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Balboa Fun Zone or the Peninsula, where the Ferris wheel has stood for more than 80 years, and the world famous Balboa Island Ferry. The Ferry is about 10 minute walk from the cottage.brbrbrbrThis cottage can also be rented in conjunction with the front unit for larger families. brbrbrbrWe do allow dogs and there is a $100 per pet fee that will be charged. brbrbrbrBoth televisions are Smart TVs and you can log into your favorite streaming services.brbrbrbrPlease note that our properties may have electronic devices installed such as electronic locks, front door cameras, or noise monitors. There are no video devices inside the property. Balboa Island, as a whole, is undergoing a process of moving utilities underground and roads may be closed.brbrbrbr>> SLP 12921 <<