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BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite!

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Exterior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Newport Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationFashion Island3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBalboa Pier6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCorona del Mar State Beach11 min drive
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)23 min drive

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

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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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 available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: There is a city 10:00pm outdoor noise policy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 SLP12875

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation 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 neighborhood

Newport Beach

This vacation home is located in Balboa Island, a neighborhood 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Orange County Fairgrounds and Balboa Fun Zone. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Yacht Club - 2 min drive
  • Newport Beach Country Club - 3 min drive
  • Fashion Island - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Pier - 6 min drive
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 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! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BlueDoor Cottage- An Island Favorite! located?

This family-friendly Newport Beach vacation 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 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the BDC!
Our fourth time staying here and just as amazing as the first!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Blue Door Cottage
We loved everything about this house! From the location, to the decor, to the communication with Pete, everything was spectacular. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan R., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Balboa
Perfect weekend on Balboa Island. Great home and hosts. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mothers Day-Birthday
Had a terrific visit to Blue Door Cottage! Pete made sure everything was perfect for our stay. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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