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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, printers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 271 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Newport Beach, CA
  • Place, Balboa Fun Zone
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Fashion Island. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Fashion Island and 12 minutes from Huntington Beach Pier
As a guest of Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! , you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Newport Beach cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • No pets 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number SLP11456

Property is also known as

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Historical Cottage Retreat Ideal Location Garage!!
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Beautifully Updated Historical Cottage Retreat with Garage! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 191 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was as advertised, super clean and well outfitted. Location location location near the Main Street. The garage parking is a definite plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregg t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying here at this apartment. Walking distance to downtown area. Had our own garage to park in which was wonderful. Perfect size for the two of us.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice clean spot in a perfect location on Balboa.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was as advertised. It was our second stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis W.

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

Our Special Get Away!

It is our special place to stay when we travel from Chicago to visit our granddaughters!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy place! So convenient to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Wonderful Balboa Cottage

Loved our stay here - so perfectly themed Balboa cottage! great location, and loved having a garage to keep our bikes & beach stuff. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great holiday in this darling cottage. I’ve stayed here before many years ago and it still has its charm - upgraded features of course! Back for sure when I visit the Island next!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Our always Balboa Island VRBO

Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

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

Balboa Island

Nice clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

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

Cozy little house

Thank you for your cozy little house and we enjoyed it to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanci F.

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

Charming Cottage is Balboa Island Perfection

We had a wonderful stay and loved this charming upstairs cottage. We walked, road bikes, paddle boarded, shopped and ate. This place is close to everything!! Having the garage to use for storing all our toys was the best!! We did not need to drive anywhere!!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage. Great location to Marine Avenue shops and restaurants. Had some issues with electrical outlets in the kitchen and power leading to the refrigerator. Construction right next-door with a house being built. Overall, the stay was great. Luckily we are not the type who spend much time inside during the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025