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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2760 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

Welcome to one of the most artistically rendered homes on Balboa Island—The Cottage Retreat. This upscale, private cottage is separate from the main house and offers its own exclusive entrance, ensuring a serene and intimate stay. Nestled in one of the best locations on the island, this charming retreat comes with a coveted private garage, a rare and essential feature on Balboa Island where parking can be a challenge.

The Cottage Retreat is the perfect alternative to standard hotels, offering a unique and authentic Balboa Island experience. Ideal for an executive, single traveler, or couple, this cozy getaway comfortably accommodates one to two guests. Immerse yourself in the quaint, historical charm of Balboa Island, just two blocks from the vibrant main street, where you'll find an array of local shops, restaurants, and the iconic Balboa Ice Cream Bars.

Enjoy the convenience of having the bay just steps away, or take a short, scenic ride on the famous Balboa Island ferry to explore the stunning Southern California beaches. This property provides everything you need for a memorable stay, including a stocked gourmet kitchen, high-speed internet, and a sun-drenched balcony. The large outdoor patio, complete with a BBQ, offers the perfect space for relaxing and dining al fresco.

The Cottage Retreat is designed with your comfort in mind. It features high-speed wireless internet, a smart TV with cable, and office essentials like a copier and scanner. The cottage boasts new Cape Cod-style windows that invite the cool island breeze, a charming blue Dutch door, and the finest linens. Additional amenities include a private washer and dryer, a ceiling fan, and a well-equipped kitchen perfect for any culinary enthusiast.

Located just 6 miles from John Wayne Airport and close to Irvine's business district, The Cottage Retreat combines convenience with the allure of island living. Whether you're here for a few days or an extended stay, you'll appreciate the charm, comfort, and unbeatable location of this delightful cottage in Newport Beach.

Property manager

Evan Bole

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 760 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

A Rental Agreement will be required to be signed via DocuSign. A Guest Information Sheet will be provided as well.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not 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

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number SLP11456

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historical Cottage Retreat Ideal Location Garage!!
Historical Cottage Retreat Island Charm Ideal Location!

About the neighborhood

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fashion Island - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Balboa Beach - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana - ‬2 min walk

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 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

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

Balboa Island

Nice clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Balboa Island Beauty

Very clean, well located property. We'll definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

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

Our Third Stay

This was our third time staying at the cottage to visit family who lives nearby. The location is convenient and the garage is a game changer when staying on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SarahJane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

6/10 Okay

Jill P.

Liked: Check-in, location

Loved the location, robes and garage!

Location and garage access I would rate 5 stars. The steep stairs, uncomfortable furniture and having to get down on my hands & knees to adjust the heater several times a day I would give 2 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci D.

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

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

8/10 Good

Neil P.

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

Great location

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

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

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

John J.

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

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

Thomas E.

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

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

mary kay p.

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

Lovely place

Perfect for two:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique M.

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

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

Suzi M.

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

Absolutely Charming’

This location was so perfect. And the cottage was everything we had hoped so lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

meggin b.

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

Cottage retreat

Charming! Good location and perfect for a short getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TIm K.

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

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

Roger J.

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

wonderful unit close to everything

this was a wonderful unit close to all fun place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Cincinnati

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

A wonderful stay!

This charming home is exactly as advertised. The location is perfect and the home is neat as a pin with all of the amenities you could ever need. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

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

8/10 Good

Lorie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

alta s.

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

Sweet spot

Wonderful spot on balboa island. Everything is right there.
Stayed 27 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

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

Chris s.

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

Just right

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rikke M.

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

We will be back

The perfect location. Very good overall standards. We will definitely come back
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Balboa

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

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

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