Step to the Shore

Four houses from the sand on the Balboa Peninsula, this beach house puts Newport Beach's surf practically at your doorstep. Spread across the two apartments of a duplex, one on the ground floor and one upstairs, it offers ample space for your group to get comfy, including two kitchens, a patio, and a balcony. When you're ready to venture further, Balboa Island is about twelve minutes by car, and Newport Beach Pier is a twenty-three-minute walk along the coast.

Home truths:
* This home combines the two apartments of a duplex, so there's a living room and kitchen on both the lower and upper floors. The upper apartment is above the garage and accessed via a flight of stairs.
* While there's no air conditioning here, your host can provide fans for the warmer months.
* Though there's free parking for two cars in the garage here, it's only suitable for compact vehicles. Larger vehicles will need to be parked on the street.
* The lead guest must be at least 26 years old.
* Depending on the time of your visit, your host may be able to offer a variety of complimentary experiences to enhance your stay, such as kayak and paddleboard rentals, harbour cruises, electric boat rentals, e-bike rentals and whale watching excursions. Speak with your host to find out more and confirm availability.