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Balboa Island Charmer

Apartment with kitchen, near Fashion Island

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Interior
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Steps to the beach and Balboa Island's main street, this charming one bedroom apartment offers a light and airy living room with a fireplace. Enjoy UHD TV with cable, WiFi, well-stocked kitchen and included beach chairs for a perfect retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Balboa Island Charmer

Apartment with kitchen, near Fashion Island
This smoke-free apartment features sunloungers, beach towels and Internet access. Other amenities include books. The apartment boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 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 SLP13469

Property is also known as

Balboa Island Charmer Newport
Balboa Island Charmer Apartment
Balboa Island Charmer Newport Beach
Balboa Island Charmer Apartment Newport Beach

About the area

Map
Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Newport Dune - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fashion Island - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Newport Pier - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Todos Santos | Kitchen De Mexico - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Galley Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Original Frozen Banana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balboa Island Charmer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Balboa Island Charmer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balboa Island Charmer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balboa Island Charmer located?

Located in Balboa Island, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Newport Harbor Nautical Museum and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Fashion Island. Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Balboa Island Charmer Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fausto R.

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

Great location!

It is very convenient, well located! Perfect for 2 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene G.

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

Great location, enjoyed the ferry ride

Has everything we needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barton B.

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

Getaway

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera B., Pemberton, BC Canada

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

Great place

Excellent accommodation and fantastic location. We'll definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Charming Island Life

My wife and I stayed here a few nights and were very much charmed by the place. It has a homey cabin feel and has close proximity to Newport Beach. There are nice restaurants and shops within walking distance. We definitely would recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip N.

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

The perfect little getaway spot for a good little weekend trip. Perfect place!

Easy to rent, Cheryl is a great host who communicates very well. The booking was easy and understandable. Easy to navigate the site.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

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

Great Location

The location of this unit is perfect. It’s very close to walk to anywhere on the island, and there are several restaurants about 5 minute walk away. We were always able to find close and convenient parking. No problems at all, it was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

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

Super convenient, prime location!

This was perfect and very spacious for my solo visit and it is incredibly close to everything. Walkability was key as I didn't have a car. Thank you, Cheryl!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roseann N.

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

The perfect little cottage

The host thought of everything to make us comfortable and at home. Clean, charming, easy access, right in the middle of Balboa fun! What a bargain. We would definitely choose to stay here again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed using the wood burning stove. The smell was amazing! My family are runners so we loved the 2 1/2 mile loop of the two islands! We’d wake up early and set out on the beautiful paved trail. I miss it already!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Great couples stay

My wife and I absolutely loved this place. Everything is in walking distance. The host is quiet. The apartment is perfect for two and the island was so much fun. We’ll be back as soon as we have the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

curtis W.

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

Vacation with family

The location could not have been any better. We were centrally located on the island as well as close to Newport Beach, where our daughter lives. Our son also had a house on the island for our family get together. It could not have been planned any better logically. Everything Was just as listed in the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay in this little apartment! Communication was great! The owner is very warm and gracious. Balboa Island is charming! Everything is within walking distance; even the ferry. It was fantastic to have the full kitchen and used it daily. It was perfect for our girls trip and slept three adults comfortably. Would love to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very, very nice place to stay! Property was amazing, and there was everything there that we needed. And then some. We will definitely be coming back! Easy access to everything. And the local areas were gorgeous. Walking around the island was easy. And beautiful. Many beaches within 10-20 minute drive. Balboa area had charm, as did the rental. See you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mark B., Lafayette

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

Charming 2nd floor bungalow

A nice little pad on Balboa. Our first time staying on the island, and conveniently located near the main street. Not the property's fault, but planes taking off from SNA start at 7am sharp. Mattress is fine. Wood stove is cute but stubbed my toe on the base as it is right next to the bedroom door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharlie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little cottage in short walking distance to town and the bay front.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

Adorable & Cozy

this place was so cute & perfect for my boyfriend and I! we were able to walk down to the Balboa shops & to the ferry. We were also able to bike around to newport and the beach. The place is bigger than the pictures give off and we had plenty of room for the two of us to relax and hang out! would recommend & book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

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

short stay

everything was great except parking. Had to hunt and park 1/4 mile away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I had a lovely stay at the balboa island charmer! The home is within walking distance to so many activity and iconic spots. 10/10 would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian I.

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

3rd stay and plan on more!

This place is so perfectly located and Cheryl is such an awesome host! The place is perfect hub for everything before going out and exploring Balboa, Newport or wherever you choose to go! Like the title says, this is our 3rd stay and look forward to our 4th, 5th and 6th stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner Cheryl and her son Henry were so gracious. Cheryl's son helped us with our luggage as there was unexpected construction in the alley; designated unloading area. The apartment was charming, decorated with the proximity of the ocean in mind. Cheryl thought of every little thing that one would need; such as a beach umbrella and chairs. My daughter Anna and I had a fabulous visit to the Newport Beach area; this sweet apartment was close to everything that we planned to do. I want to come back and bring my husband. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

cathy t.

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

Balboa Charmer not charmed one bit

We were hit with a smell upon walking in. Smelled old, not clean- not really sure how to describe it. Pictures made it look much nicer than it was. I wore flip flops the entire time I was in the unit, not wanting to go barefoot. Just felt gross. The bathroom was disgusting. It was a step up from camping. The shower was barely a trickle coming out of shower head. We were very disappointed. The place needs cleaned up and updated.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wonderful place

Well-appointed and well-maintained and in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Everything was perfect.

Warm comfortable place. It has everything you would ever need. The bed is very comfortable. The owner is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy place everything we need and in great walking distance to all the shops and stores on Balboa Island. Price was great, was a little cramped for 3 people, 2 adults and daughter, but otherwise had everything we needed for mellow vacation stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025