1930 Island Cottage Charmer

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8191 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Newport Beach, CA

Fashion Island3 min drive
Balboa Pier6 min drive
Corona del Mar State Beach10 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

This charming quintessential Balboa Island cottage with the charm of yesteryear and the amenities of 2020 is the perfect vacation spot to relax and renew. The first floor has a gracious entry foyer, a large beamed living room and dining area with air conditioning, french doors, a fully equipped Poggenpohl kitchen with Miele appliances, plus a den/4th bedroom with french doors to a lovely brick patio and gardens. The second floor has hardwood floors and includes a handsome beamed family room with a gas fireplace plus three bedrooms, including a large master suite with a patio. All bathrooms have been newly remodeled. There is also a sunny front patio with views of the bay, a parking space behind the house, and a garage used for bike and kayak storage. Just bring your personal amenities and beach towels!
This property is non-smoking.

Property manager

Robin Svendsen or Toni DiDominicus

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Beach view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

City noise ordinances apply. No noise past 10 p.m.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking is allowed on the property.

Furniture and decor are not to be altered. Items from the home must stay on the premises. Bikes, Boards, Kayaks, and beach chairs must be put away.

No children under 12 can be alone in the home for more than 3 hours. Children can never sleep alone in the house. An adult must be present.

No drugs, legal or illegal, are allowed on the premises. No vaping or smoking on the property. Respect our neighbors. Violations will be charged.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: City noise ordinances apply. No noise past 10 p.m.

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

Property Registration Number SLP12400

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport Beach

This holiday home is located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, and is near theme parks and near 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. Consider The Observatory for a night out or Balboa Fun Zone if you're travelling with kids. 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

Fashion Island - 3 min drive
Pelican Hill Golf Course - 6 min drive
Balboa Pier - 6 min drive
Newport Pier - 8 min drive
Corona del Mar State Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Cabo Cantina - 6 min drive
Newport Landing Restaurant - 5 min drive
Bayside Restaurant - 14 min walk
Class Of 47 - 5 min drive
Balboa Fun Zone Rides - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1930 Island Cottage Charmer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1930 Island Cottage Charmer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1930 Island Cottage Charmer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1930 Island Cottage Charmer located?

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

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

michelle L.

14 Oct 2022

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

Great location

This was the perfect spot for us. Very short walk to beach and one block to shops and restaurants. A few things need upgrades ie kitchen. Nice bathrooms. We spent four weeks and very much enjoyed our stay

Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

9 Jan 2024

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

Balboa

We had a wonderful stay arriving Christmas Day . Loved the location walked everywhere . The houses on the bay decorated for Holidays were beautiful !

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tani A.

7 Dec 2023

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

Island Holiday

We loved every minute. The house was charming and so close to town - very convenient. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick N.

5 Aug 2023

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

1930 charmer

The property is in a great location. Close to bay and downtown. This was one of the most relaxing vacations we had in a while. Host was great

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla J.

2 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun time in Balboa

We had a great stay with our kids and grandkids The house was close to the beach and downtown Pro: location, number of rooms and baths, upstairs family area, kitchen equipment was great many cooking utensils and dishes. Dish waster was fantastic as was the washer and dryer. The house was easy to keep clean and well decorated for families. Lots of equipment for ocean fun paddle boards, bikes, kayaks. Con: air conditioner condenser was very loud for anyone staying in the downstairs bed room. We had to turn air off to sleep. Electric stove top knobs are confusing and didn’t seem to work at times. Some delayed maintenance especially the windows Safety: the stair spindles are very widely spaced and dangerous for kids under 5 Over all this property is just what we wanted and the hosts are fabulous to work with. I would stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robin Svendsen or Toni DiDominicus

Hi, We are Robin and Kenneth Svendsen, long time Balboa Island residents currently living in the Washington D.C. area. Robin was born and raised in Southern California and Kenneth in Denmark. We love Balboa Island and enjoy early morning walks around the island, late morning paddleboarding or kayaking, and early evening strolls before retiring to the solitude of the house. Balboa Island is a truly magical place all year long! We are sure you will enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

115 Onyx is an original Balboa Island cottage built in 1930 and owned by only 4 families. Onyx Avenue, just one block off Marine Avenue (the main street) is an original street with many older homes. This home is perfect for a lovely stroll around the island and to the main street for a morning cinnamon roll and cup of coffee or early dinner at sunset.

What makes this property unique

This home offers original high beamed ceilings which gives an open quality to the living space. Large windows and french doors offer an inside out feeling downstairs, while the warm wood and high beams upstairs create a cozy atmosphere in the evenings. The views to the bay and the open, airiness of the space creates a beachy atmosphere all year long! Our personal favorite time of the year is in the off season where the sun is still warm and the island is quiet with locals on their morning walks or an early evening paddleboard! In the evenings, a glass of wine or a cup of tea on the patio before retiring to a good movie and even a fireplace if weather requires!

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