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Balboa Island Charmer

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Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

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 Island Charmer

Charming, original one bedroom apartment steps to the beach and Balboa Island's main street. This upstairs unit comfortably sleeps two, with a queen bed in the bedroom. The light and airy living room has a fireplace, UHD TV with cable and WiFi. The kitchen is well stocked. Beach chairs, umbrella and towels are included.

Property manager

Cheryl Bate

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 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 SLP13469

Property is also known as

Balboa Island Charmer Newport
Balboa Island Charmer Apartment
Balboa Island Charmer Newport Beach
Balboa Island Charmer Apartment Newport Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Newport Beach Country Club - 19 min walk
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Pier - 6 min drive
  • Newport Pier - 8 min drive
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Donut & Bakery Shop - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Island Charmer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Balboa Island Charmer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Island Charmer?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balboa Island Charmer located?

Located in Balboa Island, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Pavilion, and Balboa Pier. Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Balboa Island Charmer Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy place everything we need and in great walking distance to all the shops and stores on Balboa Island. Price was great, was a little cramped for 3 people, 2 adults and daughter, but otherwise had everything we needed for mellow vacation stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed using the wood burning stove. The smell was amazing! My family are runners so we loved the 2 1/2 mile loop of the two islands! We’d wake up early and set out on the beautiful paved trail. I miss it already!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, enjoyed the ferry ride
Has everything we needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment
We really enjoyed our stay here, we walked around the island every morning and enjoyed coffee and delicious food at Toastique. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean Neat & Comfortable in a Great Location
All best of oceanside sights, restaurants, shops within an easy, beautiful walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Cheryl was wonderful, great location, had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location on Balboa
Clean cozy spot close to the main area of Balboa.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage
Location, accommodations and host were all fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd stay and loved it even more!
This was our 2nd time staying here and it was just as good if not better than the 1st time. The location is great! We were there for Memorial weekend so it was a little busy but if you are good with walking parking isnt a big deal. Place is clean, host is awesome and super close to main strip on Balboa. This place is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Bret J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa lovers
Cozy and convenient loft, had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need for a great stay.
Very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balboa Island charmer
Loved it, SUPER quiet and convenient to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Uta H., San Mateo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly relaxing
We enjoyed an amazing time in this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint place for a quick getaway.
A charming little place for a quiet getaway. Hubby and I enjoyed all the walk to restaurants and shops on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas visit
We purposely booked Cheryl’s place because we enjoyed it last year! Love the location!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and comfortable
Character galore, very comfortable bed, parking was a challenge during the day, but ok in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera B., Pemberton, BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Excellent accommodation and fantastic location. We'll definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The location of this unit is perfect. It’s very close to walk to anywhere on the island, and there are several restaurants about 5 minute walk away. We were always able to find close and convenient parking. No problems at all, it was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Island Life
My wife and I stayed here a few nights and were very much charmed by the place. It has a homey cabin feel and has close proximity to Newport Beach. There are nice restaurants and shops within walking distance. We definitely would recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After July 4th
It was a good stay for the price. We enjoyed walking around the island for dining and exercise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Awesome Place
Been to Newport a bunch of times but this was our first time staying on Balboa Island. Was super happy with the price with the location and how awesome the place was. Main street was a short walk and parking was easy to find but it was Nov so not many visitors. The place was clean and had everything you need, really loved it and can't wait to stay there again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Easy access..cheryl was great..could not have been better
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Audrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Cute traditional style rental with high vaulted ceiling. Big living area and everything you could need in the kitchen. In a perfect location on Balboa Island, close to cafes, shops and a short walk to the ferry. My favourite thing was to grab a coffee and sit on the beach side bench up the street.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanora K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
This property was even cuter than the pictures! Peaceful and quiet, full kitchen, working fireplace and lots of natural light. Only note is that the mattress and pillows were very soft. We will 100% be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
I could not say enough wonderful things about the space, my host, and the amenities that were there. The description was perfect. Walking to restaurants, shops and the ferry was perfectly described. The space is perfect for a single traveler or a couple. Again, this space made my vacation to celebrate my birthday one of the best trips I've ever been on.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024