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1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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This Balboa Peninsula guesthouse offers modern comfort and coastal convenience. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and an enclosed courtyard with bay and ocean breezes. Beaches, boating, dining, kayaking, and paddle boarding are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Balboa Peninsula, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on the beach. Newport Pier and Huntington Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity 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 happening at Bren Events Center or Festival Amphitheatre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newport Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newport Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hoag Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Balboa Pier - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fashion Island - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mutt Lynch's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Stag Bar + Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Baja Sharkeez - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blackies by the Sea - ‬12 min walk

About this property

1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers

Guest house near Newport Pier
You can look forward to golfing on-site, a water park and laundry facilities at 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers. Active travellers can enjoy cycling, kayaking and boating at this guest house. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A bike on-site, water sports equipment and beach towels
  • Smoke-free property, outdoor furniture and barbecues
  • Games
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All guest rooms at 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, 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 SLP12961

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

Is 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers located?

Nestled on the beach, this Balboa Peninsula guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Pier. Mother’s Beach and Balboa Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

1/2 Block to Bay - 1 Block to Ocean - Walk to Piers Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had so much fun, the place is absolutely amazing right by the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Great place!

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was within walking distance and we slept great after adventuring all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie G.

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

Perfect place for a beach trip

Perfect location for a quiet stay. Marina seconds away and the beach very close as well. Everything was excellent and the host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina l.

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

P

Cute little house, close to the
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. As advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Great place!

Excellent place with all you need! Great communication with the owner. Wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Girl’s Trip

Amazing low stress trip. The communication and booking process with the owner was so easy. You had your own access and keyless entry. The place is in a great location….. so close to the beach you can walk in 5 minutes. The Laguna Crest Winery tasting in a must to visit. Go there on Tuesdays and the owner is there with 80s rock and roll music. Don’t miss out on such a great place to stay in Newport. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O., Quebec, Quebec

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

Great place and location

Great place and location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil A.

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

Wonderful

Took my two elementary school sons to NB. This place was perfect. Right next to the bay, beach and park. Home was very relaxing and had everything we needed. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

Newport stay

House was very nice. Owners were easy to communicate with. Neighbors had remodeling going on which started at 7:30 in the morning during the week which made it hard to sleep in. Overall a very good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

OC

Excellent location. Beautiful beach. Good shops and food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Fantastic & Relaxing

This little spot is in the PERFECT location. Close to the actual beach, food & shops, and all roads to either LA proper or San Diego for sightseeing. The space was great for 3 people, and while on the bathroom is small (as anticipated) it was still plenty of room for everyone to relax as needed. Parking was easy to find, being it was a quiet post holiday week, and we all very much enjoyed the quiet neighborhood & great light in the space. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzie W., Denver, Colorado

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

Lovely Beach Spot

Cindy’s beach flat was the perfect spot for our family of five to enjoy both the beach and the amusement parks.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett S.

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

Very pleased!

We really enjoyed our stay! The home was close to the beach & the restaurants we love going to. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

We will be back.

Excellent use of space. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Great Place

The Newport Beach area is such a great getaway and this home is perfect for a couple or small family. Great location with easy access to the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone F.

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

Amazing

Thank you for an amazing stay. Very clean! Great communication and close to the beach 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison L. F.

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

Super Cute, Super Convenient

Perfect place for two old high school friends to meet up for a girl’s beach trip. Convenient location to the beach and restaurants. Super secure and safe! Everything you need for a beach get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui D.

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

Great place!

One of the cleanest places we have stayed at. Loved the easy access to the beach, keyless locks, washing machine, etc. Bathroom is a bit cramped.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice aoartment

Good. Friendly and helpful hosts. Near to beach and restaurants. Parking no problem if you obey the signs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

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

So fun!

This house is very close to a beautiful beach that is excellent for young children. You can also go to the beach across the street and play in the waves. This was a great option when you have Younger and older children. We took the trolley to fun zone!!! Went parasailing for my daughter’s 13th birthday!! What a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moya P., Irish

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

Wonderful short stay in Newport Beach

Excellent communication from Cindi. Home exactly as described in a really lovely quiet area but yet very central and literally 3 minutes from the beach. Would love to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chandra P.

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

Perfect getaway and stunning house

We stayed here over Memorial Day for our son's High School Graduation. Price was very affordable. House was so beautiful and perfect for what we needed. The host Cindi was so nice and accommodating. She was very quick to respond when I had questions. The beach was a 1/2 a block away. We had the best time and absolutely loved the property! Definitely will come stay again! Thank you Cindi!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samar Y.

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

Wonderful

Great location as long as you do not mind a lot of noise in the morning. Apartment overlooks a nursery school playground so sleeping in will not be easy. Other than that, hosts were wonderful,. Place was clean and location was stellar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023