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Close to Newport Beach Pier, BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! provides amenities like a playground. This cottage is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH!

  • LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
    NEWPORT BEACH BALBOA PENINSULA EXPERIENCE!
    Walk to pier, restaurants, boardwalk, shopping!
    Large front patio with beach views from the patio.
    8 houses down the block from the sand.

    Original, well maintained Newport Beach Cottage - Original oak hardwood floors, Galley style kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
    Free standing cottage- Not a stacked Duplex/Triplex!

    This is our Family Vacation Home and is only offered to qualified Vacationers! Not a party pad! Absolutely no smoking allowed in house.

    PRIVATE small GARAGE INCLUDED- 1 Car only.

    PRIME NON-SUMMER and SUMMER SPOT!

    SPEND THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS, NEW YEARS, SUPER BOWL, VALENTINES DAY, ST. PATRICKS DAY, CINCO DE MAYO, MEMORIAL DAY, YOUR BIRTHDAY, or ANY WEEK YOU WANT here at the beach! The Locals will tell you- Some of the best days in NEWPORT BEACH ARE OUR IN OUR WINTER MONTHS when in can be in the 70's and beautiful without the Summer traffic!

    WE DO NOT RENT ON CRAIGSLIST- ALL CRAIGSLIST POSTINGS ARE COMPLETE SCAMS!!!!

    HIGH SPEED WIFI
    DIRECTV & 65" HD TV

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

You don need to strip beds but please leave used beds un-made.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: FAMILY VACATION HOME

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 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 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 SLP11992

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Balboa Peninsula, a neighborhood in Newport Beach. 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 Huntington Beach Beaches and Crystal Cove State Park. Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
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CA, Newport Beach

What's nearby

  • Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    Balboa Peninsula Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lido Marina Village
    Lido Marina Village
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Newport Beach Pier
    Newport Beach Pier
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732
    Balboa Beach
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mother’s Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station
    18 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chihuahua Cerveza
    3 min walk
  • Malarky's Irish Pub
    3 min walk
  • Woody's Wharf
    8 min walk
  • Cassidy's Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • Laventina's Big Cheese Pizza
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Beach Pier. Mother’s Beach and Balboa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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BEACH COTTAGE, SURF & SAND, BEST BEACH! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly appointed & fantastic location, steps from the beautiful beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wiley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location with quick access to the beach and boardwalk with everything we like to do within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing locations. Walking distance to the beach, grocery store and many restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Close to the beach, restaurants and a grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to nearby beach, boardwalk, restaurants, and shopping, yet quiet. Property manager was very responsive to any questions we had. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrea a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect beach house vacation home. It’s steps away from the beach and steps away from the grocery store. The people around were nice and helpful. The host was very communicative and checked in with us through text with us multiple times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianne L.

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

Perfect Location

Loved the property! It was an easy walk to restaurants and Pavilions. We had very good luck with street parking, but it was nice knowing the garage was available if needed. The kitchen was well stocked with kitchen supplies. The owners were very communicative and easy to get in touch with. We hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

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

Perfect Location & Great Value

After we booked this property, Kristin contacted us directly to give us all the info we needed. We scheduled our arrival and were allowed to come a little early which was nice. The Location Is Great. A short walk to everything. House was clean, and we will definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great clean cottage close to the beach!

Loved this cottage! It was exactly as described, close to the beach and walking distance to shopping and restaurants. We rented bikes at Newport Pier, about 4 blocks from the house. They do have a small garage but we parked on the street. My husband and I stayed with our 2 teenage kids.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome and the actual stay was just perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in the beach cottage. Steps away from the beach was the best part! And walking distance to restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and the amenities were clean and easy to use. The home was in a great condition. The host was eager to help us have the best stay possible. We loved our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Location was perfect. Would definitely love to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent three nights in Newport Beach at this charming and rustic beach cottage. It is conveniently located less than one block from the boardwalk near the 32nd lifeguard tower. It’s a very nice distance from the pier, with shopping and great dining options.The cottage is appointed with anything you might need, including towels, small appliances for the kitchen, and generous seating, with outdoor chairs, and tables. We thought that it was very nice that they had beach chairs, an umbrella, and a barbecue at their property, for our use. The owners are very accessible, friendly, and responsive to any questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Great place to stay

We stayed in this home for 2 glorious weeks. Furnished very nice and cozy. We enjoyed the front porch every day. Amazing location, so convenient to everything - we parked our car and rode bikes the whole trip. We are ready to book again next summer. The owners checked in with us to see if we needed anything - they are super nice. Definitely two thumbs up!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Trent and Kristin’s place was absolutely perfect. The place was nice , clean and steps to the beach

Couldn’t ask for more, from the place or the host. It is a beautiful “beach town cottage”. Clean place and neighbourhood. You can see the the beach and boardwalk from the patio. we surfed and napped and surfed and napped. Lol. Walking distance to grocery store , restaurants, bars, shops etc. This place rocks. Comfortable furniture, big TVs, wifi, and well stocked kitchen supplies. I can’t imagine anyone not enjoying themselves here As for parking we have a larger suv and we parked on the street right out front. Quiet safe no issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

Great location! Wonderful host! Dog friendly!

We are a couple in our 60s traveling with our Labrador. This house was a perfect fit for us in a great location 1/2 block to the beach and a short walk to several excellent restaurants and bars. The living area is very comfortable and inviting with a large, new TV and cable. Red Box is just gown the street at 7-11 for movies. The king bed is very comfortable. Didn’t use the bunks but would be perfect for kids. Although we didn’t cook, the kitchen is well stocked including oils and spices. This is a place we will return to as we love to come to S CA when Montana gets cold. Owner is great to work with and communication was fast and easy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa P.

Location, location, location

Pros: Location, location location.... about a 1/2 block to the beach. easy walking distance to the grocery store and to the pier (restaurants and shops) cute, updated décor easy drive from John Wayne airport easy drive to Disneyland Cons: laundry is across the street from the unit at a laundry mat rent a small car, we had a full size car and it was tight No a/c, unit needs more fans triple bunk bed was tight for my kids This unit would be an A+ rental if the owners provided more towels, wash clothes, beach towels, bath soap, maybe a few beach chairs... we travelled from out of town, so we weren't going to pack this stuff and bring it on the airplane
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, workable but not ideal accommodations.

If it had been cleaned well--including sweeping the dust and sand and grime and grossness from pretty much every corner of the place, I'd bump the overall rating up from 2 stars to three 3 stars compared to the 10-15 other beach houses between 25th and 32nd street in which we've stayed over the past 40 years. The layout is just really awkward, with a single bathroom at the center of the house (with no windows or fans or ventilation). Master bedroom needs a smaller bed...just too narrow for the king. Light bulbs all need replacing to calming tones and dimmable switches, instead of surgical grade bright white. One socket was actually sparking when jostled so we had to unplug everything from that and move the TV at the owner's suggestion (no electrician ever showed up however). Garage is so so so small and narrow. I mean, it's a parking spot, but don't plan on getting bikes in and out if you have a car there. The access to the back alley/garage/garbages is very poor. You can access it through a narrow and spider-webby accessway or you can walk around the corner and access it from Balboa Blvd. Toaster is broken....stuck on bagel setting, so your toast will be bad. Kitchen doesn't have nearly enough dinnerware, other than cups...it has a ton of cups. Kitchen is also so narrow as to make it almost impossible to use. All that said: Pros are the location. Can't beat the location in terms of access to the beach, grocery store, some restaurants, etc. Internet worked good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great Time

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect. Very nice n cozy cottage just a few steps to the sand n waved. Very clean well stocked. Kristen was very nice and quickly answered any questions.. will definitely plan another stay-cation using this cottage. Super easy check in and check out. No problems at all
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damon F.

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

Perfect for us

Small home steps from the beach, grocery store, shops, restaurants and bars. Didn’t have to drive from the moment we parked the car. Adequate kitchen for our needs, we cooked most meals there. All the normal pantry supplies, utensils, cookware. Direct communication via text with the owners who responded nearly immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicole T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The hosts were great and quick to respond. The location was fantastic, several houses down from the sand, close to shops and restaurants. I initially booked this property because I planned on bringing my dog. That plan got canceled and I’m glad. The house smelled of dog pee and the tub had throw up in it from someone previously staying there, that we had to clean. I notified the owner and they said they would speak to their cleaning people. The other issue I had, were there were spots in the floor where if you walked over them it felt as if you were going to fall threw. Especially near the main bedroom where the floor was loose and I stubbed my foot several times. The overall house was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, great customer service. Will definitely be back 😊

Great place, close to the beach. When contacting the owners I always received a prompt response. We will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

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

Great little getaway

My mom and I brought my three kids here for a quick little getaway. The cottage is in a great location; we could easily walk to the beach, grocery store, shops and restaurants. My suv was too big for the garage, but there was plenty of street parking around. The only thing I would suggest would be some extra blankets. We enjoyed the patio, but it gets chilly in the early morning and evening.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022