Title: Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island Vacation home with kitchen, near Fashion Island ## Photo gallery for Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island ![Exterior - Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336706/d14b44e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336706/f8dada90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336706/cff1d61a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336706/9781ed8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111336800/111336706/e2575c98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island This charming 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Balboa front unit is perfect for your next family vacation. Located centrally on Balboa Island, just a short walk away from the Ferry and the historic Marine Avenue where you can find quaint boutiques and restaurants. The home offers a lovely front porch with a table for 4 for relaxing and enjoying a meal outside. Upon entering, you will be greeted with a spacious living and dining room with plenty of comfortable seating for the whole family and a dining table that seats 6\. The kitchen is fully stocked with updated appliances, a double oven, and a breakfast bar that seats 3\. The first bedroom in the front of the home, off the kitchen, has a queen bed, a dresser, closest space, and plenty of natural light. Down the hall past the kitchen are 2 full bathrooms, one with a tub/shower combination, the other with a shower. You will also find the remaining 3 bedrooms down the hall, all with queen beds and closet space. The back 2 bedrooms can be accessed from inside the home, but also have doors leading out to the walk way between the front unit and the shared garage. In the walk way between the front unit and the shared garage, you will find a grill for your use as well as the pedestrian door to access the garage. In the garage, you will have access to the full sized washer and dryer that is also shared with the upper unit's guests as well as a designated spot on the right side of the garage. This home is in an ideal location on Balboa Island, walking distance to all the Island has to offer. The bayfront beaches are perfect for families with small children to play, due to the calm waters. This home is available to book on it's own as just the front unit, or together with the back unit. Please note that the fireplace in the living is non operational. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42570000/42561600/42561524/9a6f9a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BALBOA ISLAND Retreat 3Bed 2Bath \[Downstairs\] Balboa Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=42561524&PinnedHotelID=42561524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103811300/103811284/faeedb22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steps to the beach - Quiet neighborhood - Beachy Balboa Peninsula - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 95 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=103811284&PinnedHotelID=103811284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37928600/37928542/64bd9dac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BALBOA ISLAND WATER FRONT - BEACH FRONT !! 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Balboa Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 112 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=34338471&PinnedHotelID=34338471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Contactless check-out available ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 SLP12870 ### Property is also known as 494 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.60723%2C-117.89470&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tCV71K9VqtjjziXqtQsH_yyy9Og=) Newport Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Balboa Fun Zone \- 8 min walk \- 0.8 km - Balboa Peninsula Beaches \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Balboa Pier \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Balboa Beach \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Fashion Island \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km #### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station - 20 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬5 min walk - ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wilma's Patio Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Class of 47 - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Charming Front Unit on Balboa Island Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence L. May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Plenty of room, plenty of quiet Semi annual trip with friends. Location makes it easy to walk to shops, ferry to beach & pier, and local restaurants. Newport Beach Vacations was super about keeping us up to date on responsibilities without it feeling like a burden. They helped make it a better vacation. ##### Lawrence L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy G. Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fabulous in every way. We were a small group of sorority sisters from 55 years ago and we had so much fun! ##### Judy G. 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