On the Boardwalk with views of the Ocean & Balboa Pier--steps to the Fun Zone Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is On the Boardwalk with views of the Ocean & Balboa Pier--steps to the Fun Zone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is On the Boardwalk with views of the Ocean & Balboa Pier--steps to the Fun Zone located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula condo building is steps from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Fashion Island. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are just steps away.

10/10 Excellent

Brandon I., Buckeye, AZ

Jun 5, 2021

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Amazing Destination

We spent a week at this property and it is simply amazing. From the location to the beach to it being so close to great food; We had an amazing time and will absolutely be booking again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D., Johnstown, CO

Jun 2, 2019

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Nice property

Nice property and the owner are great!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Sep 30, 2020

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Excellent location

Excellent location And working with Jeff was fantastic. We will be back!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

joseph l.

Oct 10, 2023

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just like home

The Host and this rental were set up to make you feel at home but located in a beautiful area. Clean and roomy with a great view. would love to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B., Orange County

Sep 6, 2021

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Great Labor Day Staycation

Very nice rental that is close to everything! Had such a great time enjoying both the beautiful condo and its amenities but also they very spacious patio with views of the boardwalk. The owners were very friendly and communicated excellent throughout the process. Cant wait to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARK N., Henderson, NV

Nov 15, 2021

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Great location, great condo

This is our go-to condo for weekends at the beach. Located right in the heart of the peninsula, it is perfect for a weekend biking and beach adventure. And with teenagers, always something to do. The local restaurants are great, but we also cook a few meals in the easy to use kitchen. Feels like home!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 29, 2022

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Stay at Sandy Toes

Perfect location. Corner unit on the beach, with the Balboa Pier right behind you. Owners of the condo were very, very nice, and provided clear communication to make this a very enjoyable stay. The condo itself was wonderful. We had plans to do some events outside of Newport, but never left the area, as we loved the condo and location so much.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

Dec 6, 2021

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Birthday Celebration

My friend was having her 50th Birthday celebration in Newport Beach for the weekend. We decided to rent a house there for the weekend as well. We loved everything about the house. Great location and the house is turn key. We will be back again for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Sep 14, 2021

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Excellent vacation spot

Couldn’t be happier about this awesome condo. Very big and comfortable. The patio was our favorite spot to hang out. It came with all the things one would need at the beach. The host were very accommodating with all our needs. The location was convenient to everything. Highly recommend this condo. Looking forward to returning.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kim S., El Dorado Hills

Jul 3, 2018

Location, Location plus some!!

Our family of five (3 teens) really enjoyed our stay. The location is conveniently located next to the Balboa ferry station (2–minute bike ride) and restaurants. With that said, it can be a bit loud at times, which is the trade-off for the location. The bikes were very nice to have and made getting everywhere so easy. The 2 parking spots were priceless. The house had everything we needed including laundry detergent and coffee plus it was spotless!! We would absolutely recommend staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dannielle P.

Sep 15, 2023

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More than you could want

Love staying here every year, never disappointed! The owners are amazing: very communicative and easy to talk to. The property is the best location you could ask for. Our kids love coming here every year! With the fun zone, restaurants, parks, pier and bars within a block or two theres something for everyone. The house is a good size for us (family of 4 with 2 kids) which leaves an extra bedroom if need be. The patio has amazing views, convenient parking, kichen views of the beach and couch to relax and be comfortable. Thank you for allowing us to return every year, we look forward to our next visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristena & Steve H.

May 29, 2022

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Daughters graduation

This was the absolute perfect location and condo for our trip. The owners were such a pleasure with whom to work. The place was beautiful with a great view! Propane for the barbecue grill was provided which made for a nice evening in and we were in need of absolutely nothing in the condo. This was our first VRBO rental and when we come back we will most certainly try to get this one again. I cannot say enough good things about our experience. If I can give more than five stars I most certainly would!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Apr 25, 2023

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Newport Beach Condo with beach view and great access!

My family (my husband and I and our son, daughter-in-law and 2 1/2 yo granddaughter had a wonderful time here! The owners went out of their way to help me with accommodations for my husband (who is in a wheelchair). The condo is very safe from the key entry parking lot below to the gated fence around the entire property. Beach access is a block away, and the view is great of the ocean and Newport Pier. The condo is nicely decorated and beds were comfortable. My granddaughter especially liked the neon light box which allowed her (and us) to dance to music with colored lights on the ceiling. We were very pleased with these accommodations!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Aug 13, 2022

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Absolutely perfect

The property is well-maintained and spotless! Location was perfect for beach activities, just a short walk from the condo. We also drove to the Wedge at the end of the peninsula for larger waves. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance or a short drive up to Newport Beach. The boogie boards were a hit, we also appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella. There’s even a trove of sand toys for little ones. Plenty of beach and bath towels. Everything we needed in the kitchen. A few board games…

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Oct 17, 2023

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Sandy Toes Retreat for the Win!

My friends and I loved Jeff and Stephanie’s Sandy Toes Retreat!. Unit is very spacious and in a perfect location right on the boardwalk which makes it great for people watching. Also very close to stores, shops, the fun zone and ferry to Balboa. Our group didn’t have vehicles, but two parking spaces are available in a secure garage, which would be a huge perk for those driving instead of limited street parking at other rentals. Unit was clean and Jeff and Stephanie were very responsive and flexible with check in/out. Lots of extra stuff for the beach was also available. (Cart, boogie boards, balls, toys, chairs, etc) No complaints at all and we look forward to visiting again sometime soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Denver

Jan 1, 2021

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Our favorite Newport Beach Property

I am a SoCal native and visit often to see family. We have stayed in several properties around Newport/Corona del Mar, and this is by far our favorite. When choosing a place to stay, we look for a central location, close to restaurants, stores and the beach, and a place that is well furnished and stocked with everything we need. This condo checks all those boxes and more. Some days, we sit on the deck and read all day, and some days we shop, make the quick drive into Laguna, or hop the ferry to Balboa Island. It is the perfect place for a girls weekend or family trip. Best of all are the owners Jeff and Stephanie, who are in regular communication before and after the trip to make sure everything is going as expected. We always choose this condo when making our trips to Southern California, and will do so again. I just hope all the 5-star reviews don't make it impossible to book for our next trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

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10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Mar 31, 2017

Great place to stay!

Nicely remodeled condo that was close to the beach and just out the doorway to the boardwalk. The deck is large and a great place to grill and relax. Enjoyed riding the bikes on the boardwalk (although the bikes are in need of tune ups: pink one is making a lot of noise, brown bike's handle bars don't stay up). We had 7 people and were a little short on dishes: there were only 6 bowls, and maybe 8 plates. Same with silverware. We found ourselves hand washing dishes for every meal to have enough dishes since we tend to eat in more than out. Would be nice to have double the dishes so you can use dishes for a whole day and then run a load in the dishwasher. Also a little short on toilet paper and paper towels (would prefer to have an extra 4 pack of TP and extra roll of paper towels hanging around). That said, the place was comfortable (including the beds), clean, had enough pillows, blankets, and plenty of towels. WiFi and radiant heaters worked well. We saw a whale right along the beach 200' away! Enjoyed the boogie boards for short stints since it was not super warm weather (but more towards Newport Pier where the beach is flatter). Paddle boarding in Newport Harbor around Balboa Island was super. Got ice cream and walked around Balboa Island. Lots to see and do and a wonderful place to come "home" and relax! Be aware that Amazon Prime Now is available for this area. If a Prime member, then free 2 hour delivery of groceries that you order online. Checked out the prices and they seemed pretty reasonable. Didn't try it out since we had already shopped, but it would be something we would try next time.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

RaeJean K.

Jul 27, 2025

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Summer fun

Great area for E bikes!A nice location for food and drinks.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara I.

Jul 13, 2025

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Absolutely perfect! This beach house was everything we hoped for and more — spotless, beautifully decorated, and fully stocked with everything we needed. The views were breathtaking, the beds were comfy, and every detail was thoughtfully done. We didn’t want to leave. Can’t wait to come back

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Jul 11, 2025

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Already booked for next year!

This place is ideal! Spacious enough for our group of 7 adults (Husband, me, our twentysomething children and their friends). Everything we needed was there! The patio is ideal, proximity to beach, Balboa Pier, Fun Zone is perfect. Plenty of dining options within walking distance. The two included secured, underground parking spots relieves any worry about where to park. If you are looking to book this place for Fourth of July 2026, too bad, we’ve already booked it for next year, we loved it that much!

Grilling on the amazing patio Fourth of July!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Straightlines Storage

Jun 26, 2025

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Great place and has everything you need. Close to everything. Very safe and secure.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne F.

May 14, 2025

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Great stay!

We had a great stay! The house was very clean and provided lots of towels for the beach and the location cannot be beat!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Apr 23, 2025

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Definitely staying here again!

Amazing property in every way!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steph M.

Mar 29, 2025

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Perfect location

Lots of space for our family group of five. Steps to Balboa Island and the boardwalk. Lovely stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Mar 20, 2025

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Spring break

The condo was extremely nice. Great views. Well stocked with anything you might need.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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