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BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Map
Newport Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationFashion Island3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBalboa Pier6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCorona del Mar State Beach10 min drive
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)19 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    2 child beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite!

Classic 1928 Balboa Island cottage, recently restored for your relaxing beach vacation, and featured in Cottages & Bugalow magazine. Located on the Little Island with a very short walk to all the shops & restaurants on Marine Ave, and only a few doors away from the famous Newport Bay. The cottage has Air-conditioning, plus ceiling fans, a coveted garage to park your car, and has 4 beach cruisers, 2 kayaks and 2 standup paddle boards to explore the Island. The Blue Door Cottage has one of the largest patios on the island which gives you plenty of room to enjoy outdoor dining and the sun right outside the blue dutch door. One of the highest rated homes on Balboa Island, the Blue Door Cottage was designed for families to enjoy time together and enjoy the bay.

Sleeps 8 people in 4 bedrooms, with 6 beds, and is not filled with bunk beds, pull out sofa beds or trundles to increase occupancy. The master has an Eastern King w TV, second bedroom has a Queen with a flat screen TV, third has two cute twin beds, and the 4th bedroom - The Little Mariners room, which looks like a ship with two built-in twin cots, for children, teens or smaller adults.

The charming cottage, has a large bright and airy great room downstairs with lots of comfy couches so ample room for everyone to socialize, watch TV and play games with your family and friends.

The dining room has a long solid wood farm house table and seating for 8 to enjoy meals indoors, and the patio has a long rectangle table with umbrella and seating for 8 so you can enjoy meals outside. There is also a round patio table with 4 chairs on back patio right off the brand new kitchen. The commercial range and farm house sink will delight the chef who wants to prepare home cooked meals. The coveted Little Island location is ultra close to the shops and restaurants on Marine Ave so it's very quick walk to go wander down to get a Balboa Bar or Famous Chocolate covered banana for dessert.

The cottage is stocked with beach towels, and all the toys to enjoy the Island, such as two 2person -kayaks, two standup paddle boards, 4 beach cruisers, chairs, and beach toys. Fun to play in the bay or head across the Ferry to the Wedge or Pier.

The little island is coveted for it's quicker and easy access on and off the island, so you can take day trips to Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, shop & dine at South Coast Plaza or Fashion Island, and go see the many other Southern California Attractions. The coveted garage allows you to always have a place to park your car, if you decide to leave heaven. But almost everything is Uber close, and no car is necessary, as walking around the Island is the best mode of transportation.

Property manager

Peter

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Note from host: All bedrooms are located on the second floor

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: There is a city 10:00pm outdoor noise policy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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
Property Registration Number SLP12875

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Blue Door An Favorite Newport
Blue Door Cottage Una Isla Favorita
Blue Door Cottage An Island Favorite
Blue Door Cottage - An Island Favorite Newport Beach
Blue Door Cottage An Island Favorite w Air Conditioning
Blue Door Cottage - An Island Favorite Private vacation home

About the area

Newport Beach

This holiday home is located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, and is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Newport Pier and Huntington Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Orange County Fairgrounds and Balboa Fun Zone. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Yacht Club - 2 min drive
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive
  • Pelican Hill Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Balboa Pier - 6 min drive
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cabo Cantina - 6 min drive
  • Bayside Restaurant - 15 min walk
  • Balboa Fun Zone Rides - 5 min drive
  • Balboa Saloon - 6 min drive
  • Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite! located?

This family-friendly Newport Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone and Balboa Pier. Newport Dune and Balboa Peninsula Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittainy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Door Cottage Heaven
The Blue Door Cottage is a dream. Built circa 1928, it oozes character and charm. We absolutely loved our stay and cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcella L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The sweetest place
Balboa Island has always been my favorite place to stay, but this was the first time I stayed on the littke island . I loved it !! The Blue Door Cottage was pristine and so cozy . I stayed here for two weeks by myself (my brother came for a few days) after my mom died . It was the perfect place to heal and rest ! I will be back
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
We LOVED staying in this charming cottage - pictures didn't do it justice! Location was great and the host was very responsive & helpful when we were hoping to get in earlier than normal check-in time. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cannot wait to return!
I cannot say enough how amazing our stay was. Not only was the home absolutely beautiful, but it was clean, comfortable, perfectly decorated and had everything we needed and some! Our host Pete could not have been better either. He was so easy to communicate with, very pleasant and welcoming. And the meat and cheese tray, wine and snacks left for us were so appreciated! Our kids were so sad to leave on Sunday. Next time I hope we are able to longer!! Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne E., Llanblethian

Liked: Cleanliness
Balboa charm
The house is warm and welcoming There was a very generous charcuterie & cheese board with wine for our arrival Communication was excellent Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely Balboa home
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place to stay on Balboa Island
Second time staying at the the Blue Door Cottage for a girls weekend. We love the house, location and the wonderful neighborhood of Balboa Island. Can't wait to go back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little cottage in a perfect location.
We came for a wedding and wanted something on the island in order to walk around and to the ferry. This house was perfectly located within a minutes walk to the Marine where all of the shops and restaurants are. The island was lit up beautifully for Christmas. Everything was so festive! Peter was an excellent and responsive host. Easily reachable by text and very friendly. He left wine and cheese, which was a nice touch. The only reason I left 4 stars for cleanliness was because there was quite a bit of pet hair- no big deal and I know it’s hard to get all of it, but that might deter someone with allergies or at least they’d be able to prepare with some antihistamine. Minus that small detail, it was a wonderful stay and the cottage is absolutely adorable, cozy and could not be in a better spot. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Courtney G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A Gem in Need of Polishing
Our recent stay at the Balboa Island house had its highlights, particularly the charming location. However, cleanliness issues, like dirty couch covers and bedding, tempered our overall experience. While we didn't expect a 5-star Ritz Carlton experience as we were renting a VRBO beach house, a more thorough cleaning and some updates to furnishings would enhance the house's appeal and justify its premium pricing. With attention to detail, this property could become an exceptional vacation home. We appreciate Pete rectifying the situation, and his prompt and attentive responses to our concerns, but hope these considerations benefit future guests and elevate the property's potential.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shervin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
It was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great week!
Once again, we loved our time at Blue Door Cottage. The 5 of us were so excited to return and hoped we would enjoy it as much as our initial visit in 2021, which we did. Pete’s welcome snacks / treats were appreciated by us all and he was accessible any time we had a question. We can’t wait to come back again, and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023