Title: Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck - 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 # Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck Vacation home in Newport Beach with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72382000/72381966/760f9ad2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72382000/72381966/8859ba34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72382000/72381966/15bfdc5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72382000/72381966/14948b47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck (Newport Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72382000/72381966/80281876.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Spacious Balboa Beauty, a charming European-style retreat in the heart of coveted Balboa Island. This newly remodeled 5 bedroom haven boasts a cozy great room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and spacious rooftop deck perfect for watching colorful western sunsets. Enjoy front patio dining for 6 or unwind by the fire pit on the side patio. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck Spacious Balboa Beauty Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Located in the heart of coveted Balboa Island, this home's newly remodeled European-style interior -combined with a quaint seaside theme makes it the perfect place for you and your family/guests to relax, reconnect, and recharge during your seaside interlude. Colorful western sunsets and starlit skies will be the perfect backdrop for your evening activities. During the day, there are lots of fun things to do in Newport Beach with attractions focused on families, couples, being active, or trips of solitude. Outdoor enthusiasts will love miles of hiking and cycling trails, surfing, and sailing. A good selection of restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping are also nearby, so everything is convenient. SLP12862 10% TOT 3 Night Minimum This unique newly remodeled 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3000 sq. ft. 3-story home just blocks to the shops and restaurants, will confirm for you that Newport Beach is a tremendous place for your seaside vacation. Enter into a great room which includes a large sofa/love seat with a sofa bed from which to enjoy a 60' TV and a fireplace. The great room also includes the dining area for 6, and is next to the kitchen breakfast bar with 3 high-top stools so it is easy for everyone to eat together. The kitchen is completely updated with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops and has everything you need to create meals and snacks for your crew. All you need do is add the food and the camaraderie and have fun. The king master bedroom is on the 2nd floor and has an oversized walk-in closet, 50' TV, private patio, and en-suite bath with a large walk-in shower and separate soak tub. The 1st and second guest bedrooms are also located on this floor and each have a full-size bed, TV, private patio space, and ensuite bathrooms with standing showers. The 3rd guest bedroom is on the first floor which includes twin bunk beds, and adjacent access to the half bathroom. The 4th and final guest bedroom is a stand-alone bedroom that is accessed from the 3rd floor deck, and is equipped with a full-size bed, TV, and private lounge patio. All bed and bathrooms are furnished with premiere linens for your ultimate comfort. This home also offers front patio dining for 6, with telescoping doors that open to the great room for easy access. Enjoy the side patio with seating for 4 around the fire pit, and the spacious rooftop deck that overlooks the island out to the bay. Additional amenities include 2 garage parking spaces (no oversized vehicles), WiFi and cable, and a washer/dryer are all provided to make things more convenient. This location is so close to everything, it will make you feel like you have entered a little slice of paradise for your vacation interlude. THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PROPERTY: \-Well furnished and newly modeled: a great place to watch the ever-changing colors of our famous western sunsets and also to watch the starlit sky emerge from your private rooftop deck. \-This home is a 2-minute ferry ride across from the well-known Balboa Fun Zone on the Balboa Peninsula. \-Very comfortable, well laid out great room is a nice place for all to congregate and have fun being with each other. \-Great location on Balboa Peninsula with its many unique attractions and you are close to beautiful Newport Beach whenever you decide to take an adventure for the day. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS PROPERTY: \-No smoking is allowed inside or outside any of our properties - NO EXCEPTIONS! \-This home has 3 stories and stairs, so it may not be appropriate for everyone. This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and is only suitable for quieter groups. Our rental agreement includes a no tolerance policy regarding excessive noise, occupancy and/or parties. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies. Please note: reservations for this home will not be refunded if cancelled within 60 days of arrival. If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63310000/63309600/63309577/9866a7f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breathtaking Bay Views- Beautiful Balboa Isle Home Balboa Island - 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Max of 2. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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 SLP12862 ### Property is also known as 64469 ## About the area Located in Balboa Island, a neighborhood in Newport Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Cove State Park and Orange County Great Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bren Events Center, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. [Visit our Newport Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newport-Beach.dx8111) [View more Vacation homes in Newport Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Newport-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d8111-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C33.60602%2C-117.89680&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TZTbP_PBFk-biXkZcmSVpTr2F-4=) Newport Beach, CA ### What's nearby - ![Balboa Island 2017](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/99f1a293-5240-4587-b4e7-0d63023a0a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Peninsula Beaches 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Balboa pier sunrise #natgeo #travel #artofvisuals #natgeotravel #beautifuldestinations #nikon #sonyalpha #instatravel#traveltheworld #bbctravel #aroundtheworld #tourtheplanet #bestintravel #roamtheplanet #picoftheday #TLPicks #NatGeoYourShot #californiaadventure #visitcalifornia #westcoast_exposures #travelcalifornia #ExploringTheGlobe #ilovenewportbeach #ocgrammers #newportbeach #beachstyle #beach #surf #sea #seashore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/b477b4d5-b071-4028-8667-18c3b9ede4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Pier 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056397164/eea3ae6e-fec8-456b-9c51-24c49349fc82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Beach 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Newport Beach Harbor in California city skyline with boats homes and Fashion Island high rise buildings in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068987/fe00e862-14a3-450b-8b56-85ca11458b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fashion Island 3 min drive \- 2.6 km - Balboa Fun Zone 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Laguna Niguel Station 28 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico 1 min walk - Harborside Restaurant & Grand 5 min drive - The Galley Cafe 4 min drive - Sugar n Spice Original Frozen Banana 11 min walk - Wilma's Patio Restaurant 10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck? ### Where is Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful family home with stunning views & rooftop deck Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 - Excellent 29 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol D. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa house This is a great property - even better than advertised. Close to the pier and walking distance to everything you need. We visit often and felt this house was a very good price for the size and amenities. ##### Carol D. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer M. Aug 4, 2024 #### Fun family tradition, making memories! The house was very comfort for a large family. Open and spacious great room. Master suite was excellent, other bedroom were small but adequate, comfy bedding. ##### Jennifer M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele N. Jul 6, 2024 #### Great Family Home Our family spent the week in this home and it was perfect. So many living spaces, no one felt like they were crowded. The rooftop space is an awesome getaway, and the location to the ferry was perfect. We'll be booking again in 2025! ##### Michele N. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack C. Dec 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! This was a great place to stay with a big family! Great location very clean. TV instructions should be printed out , that was a bit confusing! Other than that it was great. ##### Jack C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina C. Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, clean home We had 11 of us stay at this house, and it was perfect. The location was excellent to walk to the little town, go to the Marina or take the ferry to another neighborhood island. Great space inside the house, including a blow up mattress that we used to not have someone on the pull out couch. Great cantina around the corner with excellent Mexican food and service. LOVED this place! Hope to come back again. ##### Christina C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob G. May 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balboa Island vacation home Excellent home for large groups. We had 9 adults staying for a long weekend and had plenty of room for everyone. The home is very comfortable and clean. You can't beat the location - 1 short block from the closest restaurant, and another block from the market. The ferry to Balboa is a short walk - super convenient. We would absolutely come back for another stay. ##### Rob G. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn H., Chicago, IL Dec 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing 60th Bday Family Weekend First of all…. Balboa Island. Boooom. House was great. So many “hang out” nooks. Perfect for our family of 8 We had 3 month old and new mom loved cleanliness. Decor was cool and everything functional. Even did chef level dinner one night. Perfect. ##### Glenn H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dan S. Sep 23, 2023 #### Two of the “bedrooms” are barely usable The bedroom with two bunk beds doesn’t even have a dresser let alone a closet, and have to go inside a bedroom up a flight of stairs to shower. Another bedroom has no access to a toilet or shower without going outside and down three flights of stairs. The refrigerator wasn’t on when we arrived, the dishwasher had to be hurt rigged closed to run and the dryer didn’t work. Three other bedrooms nice, great master. Super location. ##### Dan S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Courtney H. Jul 15, 2024 #### Great location, odd layout We had a great time on our trip. The kitchen is beautiful and the location is great for beach, ferry and walking to restaurants. Overall a great house but there are some things that aren’t ideal. The negatives are that the layout of the rooms is very odd. The rooftop bedroom has no access to a bathroom unless going into to someone’s bedroom on the second floor. There are lots of stairs to bedrooms (on second floor and third floor room you go down stairs to access) so just keep in mind for guests. Additionally, the downstairs bedroom has very small bunk beds without railings which isn’t ideal for anyone’s safety. The powder bathroom connects to that space so just a little odd. Lastly, although the house is pet friendly there is no enclosure or gated areas for pets. It’s open access from courtyard and front patio. The living room TV does not work. Vacasa was quick to have someone come out to try and help but it never worked. The other rooms TVs were fine. Wi-Fi downstairs is really bad so keep in mind if working during your trip. ##### Courtney H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Sep 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Maintenance and communication issues Spacious home, great location, comfy beds, BUT... twelve people had 2 mini refrigerators for our 10-day stay! Repairman finally came mid-week but the big refrigerator was not fixed. Management should have replaced it before we arrived. Also, hot water was sporadic. Vacasa wouldn't believe me. Plumbers found the problem on our LAST DAY! We expect an apology and a refund for this inconvenience. Communication with Vacasa is poor because they insist on texting and a different clerk is on the other end each time, often out of state. They don't bother looking at previous conversations to see what's been discussed. Customers are not allowed to communicate directly with the local Vacasa representatives. A poor system! Very frustrating! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Laurie M. Sep 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house but serious maintenance issues While this property boasted beauty and an ideal location, I have serious concerns to share. We endured a ten-hour journey, but our excitement waned when we were told on the morning of check-in that the water heater and refrigerator were both out of order. What's troubling is this wasn't an isolated incident; a review from another guest in June echoed the same issues, with Vacasa offering apologies but no lasting fixes. This suggests a recurring problem that property management might be neglecting. To address our refrigerator problem, Vacasa supplied two tiny "dorm-style" fridges for our week-long stay, totaling only 9 cubic feet—insufficient for a party of 10\. Dining out became our only option, straining our budget. Upon arrival, I spent the first 2 hours trying to reach property management to resolve these issues, even offering to pay for a plumber to fix the water heater. My recommendation for anyone considering this property is to confirm in writing in advance that the refrigerator and water heater are working. Communication with property management appears lacking for urgent needs during your stay. Balboa Island offers a fantastic vacation potential, but caution is essential to match your expectations. ##### Laurie M. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda B. Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Convenient location on the Island, close to the Ferry and a short walk to the shops and restaurants on Marine Avenue.We enjoyed our time at the property. ##### Linda B. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Benjamin R. Jul 4, 2023 #### Great location Good house for big group, great location to all the fun ##### Benjamin R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Deborah D. Oct 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was clean except for one bed w soiled linens- could have easily been rectified if extra lines have been in the house. But we had to make a request for linens and they delivered Queens and Kings bedding for twin bed. Could not get the fire to work because the knob was missing. Would have been great to be able to use the elevators for my 90 year-old father, but it was not available for use. ##### Deborah D. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juliana B. Dec 9, 2023 #### great place and great service everything was great, would rent it again ##### Juliana B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Camille D. Jul 16, 2023 #### Family Vacation We traveled with 9 people and the house accommodated us nicely. Plenty of space and especially loved the rooftop deck! ##### Camille D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard M. Apr 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and great location! The layout of the home was perfect for our group. We loved the location. The house was newer and clean. The area is so great to visit. It was our first time here. ##### Richard M. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Melissa K. Dec 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Beach house stay Property was beautiful, roof top building was a surprise didn’t realize it was up there, after stay I left some make-up and a mirror and couldn’t make contact with property management or send an email or any sort of message!! ##### Melissa K. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia D. Feb 3, 2023 #### Just perfect — quiet and relaxing The house was absolutely perfect.— beautiful and clean. The area is quiet so we had a wonderful sleep yet it is only a horrible walk to all the adorable little shops on the island. We cooked breakfast most days and appreciated that we had everything needed (utensils, plastic wrap, ziplocs, spices, etc). The great room was lovely for hanging out but it was especially nice to have breakfast on the roof deck. Only thing to caution was that we used the washer and our “cold” wash was actually hot water (not sure why). Overall amazing stay!! ##### Julia D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### carolyn c. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### end of summer stay Everything was great Trash was full from previous renter so no where for our trash to go . Since there was a holiday no pick up. the freezer is icing up . It needs attention we did love the house and the location ##### carolyn c. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### dan v. Feb 10, 2023 #### Beautiful home and spacious to say the least! Loved the location on Balboa and the front d... Beautiful home and spacious to say the least! Loved the location on Balboa and the front doors that swing wide open were wonderful Rented this unit for the rooftop sunsets and they did not disappoint - fantastic Had issues with the Wi-Fi not working and they sent a tech out immediately- he wasn’t able to fix the issue while we were there but the response time was great Will definitely book this unit next time we’re in town ##### dan v. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Hark V. Jan 20, 2023 #### Beautiful home in Balboa Island Our family of 9 stayed for 5 nights in this modern and beautiful home in Balboa Island. We rated it 4 stars as there were a few issues. The bed on the third level is very thin and uncomfortable to use, it should be replaced with a better-quality bed. All propane tanks were empty so we could not use the outdoor area first night; however, after we placed a service call, they came and filled them, and then we were able to use them. It is a well-designed beautiful home. ##### Hark V. ### 6/10 Okay #### Bob B., Orange Jun 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Some issues Water heater only worked 1/2 the time and the Fridge would leak water periodically. Bob ##### Bob B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard K. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lots of space, great value. We have rented many times in Balboa and were impressed with with the cleanliness, amenities and design of the house, plus a roof deck! . For 2 people, we had plenty of room to roam. This would be a great house for a large family getaway. Unfortunately, our short 4 day visit was "invaded" by an early version of the dreaded "June gloom", forcing a bit more TV. I know this is a FIRST WORLD problem, but, can rental houses please provide a systematic, coherent printed directions on "how to manage and use" the 3 remote controls necessary for TV viewing? This house had none. Great house, Taz at Vacasa is always a pro. Thank you. Regards, ##### Richard K. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Nick T. Dec 29, 2022 #### Great location! This house is perfectly located on the island with easy access to the ferry for crossing into Newport. The house has a good floor plan and very spacious common areas. The gentleman Taz that managed the place was very responsive and pro active with any requests we had, additionally the place was pretty clean upon arrival. The areas for improvement were maintenance items. For example there was some minor water damage on the ceiling near the skylight, large cracks in the master bedroom ceiling, deferred maintenance on the rooftop railings and railings off the master balcony, and numerous areas that could use some touch up paint. Water pressure and time for the hot water to get to the showers definitely could be improved as well. Overall this is a nice place and we would stay here again. I think Taz and his team are on the right track. ##### Nick T. 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