Quintessential Balboa Island 2 Bed, 2 Bath beach house is located in the heart of the island. Enjoy family gatherings on the front patio, comfortable outdoor dining with BBQ and stroll along historic Marine Avenue.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Barbecue
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About this property
129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House
Summary:
This front unit beach house is centrally located on the island.
The Space:
129 Opal A is professionally managed by Newport Beach Vacation Properties. This recently fully renovated Balboa Island two bedroom, two bathroom beach house is centrally located on the island with close access to the Balboa Ferry and historic Marine Avenue. This home features an open, airy living room with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. The front patio is perfect for family gatherings where you can enjoy comfortable outdoor dining with a patio table, chairs, and a BBQ.
This recently fully renovated Balboa Island two bedroom, two bathroom beach house is centrally located on the island with close access to the Balboa Ferry and historic Marine Avenue. This home features an open, airy living room with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. The front patio is perfect for family gatherings where you can enjoy comfortable outdoor dining with a patio table, chairs, and a BBQ.
The kitchen has plenty of counter space for preparing food and extra storage. The master bedroom has a queen bed with an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a bunk bed with a full size mattress on bottom, twin on top and an en-suite bathroom as well. There is a shared laundry room complete with a washer and dryer. For your convenience, there are two parking spots in the front driveway or you can use it as an oversized patio.
This beach house is in prime location on Balboa Island. Go for a walk around the island and stroll along historic Marine Avenue. Indulge in one of Balboa Island's famous frozen banana or a Balboa Bar. Explore the area via the ferry to visit the Balboa Village on the Peninsula and take in the views of the Balboa Pier.
You can also book both downstairs and upstairs together if you have a larger group. Ask us about details!
SLP13746
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire front unit that is on the ground level.
The Neighborhood:
Go for a walk around the Island and stroll along historic Marine Avenue. Indulge in one of Balboa Island's famous frozen banana or a Balboa Bar. Explore the area via the ferry to visit the Balboa Village on the Peninsula and take in the views of the Balboa Pier. Rent a bike, jet ski, stand up paddle board, or kayak.
Whale watching, and deep-sea fishing trips are close by with many boats that leave the Balboa Pavilion daily. On Balboa Island you can relax along the pristine beaches, go surfing nearby, check out the FUN ZONE, and grab a bite to eat at one of the many fine restaurants.
- Must provide your email and be able to access our company online portal for house info.
- No parties or gatherings.
- We try our best to keep updated on remodels/construction happening around our vacation units. However, construction can pop up anytime in the City of Newport Beach without notice. N.B.V.P is not responsible and will not issue refunds due to neighboring construction.
Interaction with Guests:
I give my guests space but am available when needed. We are available at any time to answer any questions or service the property.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Theme park 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)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Must be able to login into our Online Guest Portal and provide us and working email and phone number for during your stay.
Must be 26 or older to ...
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 SLP10350
About the area
Located in Balboa Island, a neighbourhood in Newport Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the 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 Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Festival Amphitheatre, or consider a night out at The Observatory. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Newport Beach travel guide
Is 129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House located?
Located in Balboa Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Balboa Pier. Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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129 Opal A | Remodeled Gem Balboa Island Beach House Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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We had a wonderful Thanksgiving vacation staying at this charming front beach house on Balboa Island. The location is great, walking distance to coffee & shops. The kitchen is well stocked and it has a nice open layout that works well. It was the perfect spot for our family vacation.
The house was perfect for my family of 4. I loved the clean, modern décor of the house. I would definitely rent this place again. Check in was seamless. The parking spot was wonderful. We had a great experience.
This was an excellent location for our stay in Southern California, and the renovated cottage had everything we expected. No surprises is always good! We would stay here again.
This cottage is clean, and equipped with everything you need. The upstairs is over the bottom unit’s bedrooms and you can hear walking around from the bedrooms below. The washer/dryer is a huge plus but the absolute best thing about this place is a driveway for parking two cars. If you’re not familiar with Balboa Island, you will understand once you get there. Parking is a commodity here in these beach cities!
Very nice cottage and the updated kitchen and baths were really nice.One thing was that the bunk bed was very close to the ceiling and you could not use the ceiling fan if someone slept up there because it would likely hit them as they enter/exit the bed on the ladder
Had to keep resetting the air conditioner circuit breaker.
Jack P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bill H.
6 Oct 2020
My vacation on Balboa Isle
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental was only steps to the bay and ferry. It was beautifully recently updated. It was fully equipped. The people at the agency were helpful and kind.
AC has known issues and breaks a lot!We stayed here during a hot week in OC. The AC would run for a little while and then cut out in all the rooms, making the house get very hot. There are warning signs all over the house that state you cannot have the windows open and the AC, so the house will heat up quickly- especially if you take the foot ferry over to Newport. We called maintaince and they knew about this, meaning it happens a lot. They had to flip the circuit breaker to fix it but that only solves the problem for an hour or so.Otherwise the house of very nice and thoughtfully appointed. But at these prices I would stay somewhere else during hot summer months.
This property is awesome, clean, its been completely renovated and great location. The only negative complaint is the A/C was broken. The owner of the property was at the house when we arrived waiting on the A/C people to show which ended up being a no-show. We contacted the Newport Beach property manager and they refused to help with anything regarding the A/C. The weather was warmer than usual, a window a/c unit would of been reall helpful but nothing was offered. Balboa Island is a frequent vacation spot for us and we will return BUT will not rent from Newport Beach Property. More bath towels are a must!!!!