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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

Escape to island living where you can unwind on your sun-drenched balcony or explore iconic beaches nearby. Enjoy the perfect blend of charm and convenience.

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! located?

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

Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 161 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, bright upstairs spot on Balboa Island
Cozy, bright, clean space ideally located close to Marine Avenue and the restaurants and shops. Very quiet upstairs location. Small but has all the necessities for a couple. Check in with lockbox code very easy. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa Island Beauty
Very clean, well located property. We'll definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIm K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy retreat
We greatly enjoyed our time at this property. It was exactly as presented in VRBO.probably the best well kep CRBO we have ever had. A great location. We really appreciated having a garage on Balboa. We had an issue with the oven the first evening and the owner responded very quickly and graciously and helped resolve it for us. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Truth
If you need the best small intimate location in Newport Beach you will not do better than this apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and perfect for two people
My wife and I had a great time at the beach cottage! The space was cozy and perfect for two people, and the location near the beach made the stay even more special. The host was incredibly kind and made sure our stay was comfortable from beginning to end. We highly recommend staying here 100%, and we’d love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little house
Thank you for your cozy little house and we enjoyed it to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place situated over a garage with steps leading up to the cottage. Cute design and decor. Close to restaurants and a great walking area in an upscale neighborhood with plenty of boating. The place airs out nicely on warm summer days. Full kitchen for cooking if you so desire. Patio, BBQ and washer/dryer also there. Some street noise, but bearable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SarahJane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in! My boyfriend and I had a great time and loved how Main Street was just a block away! We found great restaurants and will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
We had the best time staying here!!! First off, this is, hands down, the cleanest VRBO we have ever experienced. Completely spotless. The cottage is charming, perfectly located on the island, and having a garage is a major bonus. Plus, communication with the owner was top notch. We can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa Stay
The place was great. Everything was nearby. Will stay again anytime we are in SoCal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only negative was the shower head. It sprays that fine hard mist that actually hurts. Stupid complaint, I know.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
My wife and I have stayed her several times over the past seven years and the Historical Cottage Retreat never disappoints. Fantastic location and really nicely decorated unit, garage parking is the icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I just wish I never had to leave
This spot is perfect. I think this is my 4th or 5th time spending long weekends at this spot and I love it everytime. Basillic is a block away and the best Swiss restaurent outside of Zurich. I sleep better here than anywhere else in the world. The parking is a major bonus and always encourages me to walk. The roses were in bloom all over the Big and Little Islands. I look forward to my next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary kay p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Perfect for two:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lorie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
We really enjoyed the cottage. It has everything. It just needs more blankets or a comforter to keep much warmer at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Great for walking, shopping, eating and dining. Very nice little cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Charming’
This location was so perfect. And the cottage was everything we had hoped so lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Our second time at the Balboa cottage and it was perfect again! Just the right size for my husband and I. A great little retreat to come back to each day while visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay at Cottage Retreat
Our stay at this location was perfect, This was obviously recently renovated. Everything shined. The size was great for a couple. The kitchen was equipped with everything you need, even coffee. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The towels and face clothes were soft. The location to everything on Balboa Island couldn't have been better. Detailed instructions were provided ahead of time to cover everything. The garage was a huge plus since on street parking is limited. This was our first experience with VRBO and we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa
Exactly as advertised. Property Manager responded quickly. Enjoyed my stay:)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Spot
The cottage was the perfect little spot for a solo trip to SoCal! I was in town visiting friends, and really appreciated the cottage as a chill spot to come back to at the end of the day. The garage was wonderful to have, BUT just be aware that it's a typical island garage and if you have a car much bigger than mine (a newer model rav4) it probably will not fit and you will have to find street parking. My car juuuust barely fit. The unit itself was just what I needed as one person, but it'd be very tight for any more than a couple. Quiet, peaceful, easy access, and close to restaurants/nice evening walking spots. Definitely give this place a look if you're in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

peggy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
Where to start…the apartment unit was exactly as expected. It is very clean and had everything we needed for the week. The unit is extremely charming and maintains a wonderful vintage feel. The queen bed was comfortable. There is wonderful light coming in from all directions. The location is fantastic…only 2 short blocks from the Marine Ave. shops and restaurants. Balboa Island is very close to SNA so you might notice jets taking off starting at 7AM…part of the charm. Also, working people start their day around this time so you might also hear vehicles on Balboa Ave. Otherwise, it’s very quiet overnight. We are so happy to have discovered this little gem and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V., Tulsa, OK

Liked: Cleanliness
Best time on Balboa Island!!
Cute cottage. Nicely appointed. It was the right price with great location. The ONLY downside was it was a bit noisy at night on the weekend with the windows open. Comfy sheets and bed. Fabulous Things to Do List and we did most of the activities since everything was walkable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
The location is great and the space is perfect for 1-2 people. It’s a small, fully furnished apartment over the garage, sharing an outdoor patio with the main house. There is no air conditioning, so if the house is closed up in the summer months it can get quite hot, but once you open up the windows and the adorable Dutch door, a nice sea breeze keeps it very comfortable. We had a few issues with the stove and electric water kettle and the owner took care of both of those things right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023