BEACHFRONT AND BOARDWALK - VACATION RENTAL - NEWPORT BEACH, CA

What seemed like a dream vacation turned bad fast... Just as we all got there and started to get unpacked and settled in, we found out that the beach house was infested with cockroaches! By the time we ran to the store, got Raid and sprayed the house down, the asthmatics could hardly breathe. Luggage was put back in the cars and a few of us slept outside on the patio in lounge chairs. The owner was more than gracious though. They were there first thing in the morning, refunded 100% of our payment and away we went!!! Beach house was absolutely gorgeous though and yes, in the perfect prime location! We were in the downstairs unit, the people upstairs hadn't seen any of the "unwanted tenants" in their unit. Booking beach houses, I now ask and inspect, to make sure there are no unwanted guests!

Had a great time !!! The view/deck from the upper unit were the BEST !!! I did not even mind cleaning the kitchen because of the view. Bedrooms where very comfortable and loved that there was a washer/dryer in the unit. Towels and bedding were very nice. Just steps to the beach, the pier and shops . There is a take out food place right next door. The clam chowder from the take out window at the end of the pier is very good and it is a nice walk. Saw dolphins playing in the water while sitting on the deck enjoying a cup of hot tea one morning-:) Parking was a little tight but it is the beach and the only time needed to drive was to the store. There is a 7-11 across the street if you need to grab milk or bread, and they have a red box too . ( if you could take your eyes off of the view long enough to watch a movie-i could not !!) We arrived around 2-2:30 and the cleaning crew had not even started to clean our unit-it was 4:30 before we got into it-which was very disappointing-they did clean the deck first so we could bring all of are stuff up there and enjoy the view. If planning on cooking be sure to bring all of your spices and if making breakfast you might want to bring a large skillet or frying pan otherwise the kitchen is well stocked. I would RECOMMEND this unit and hope to return myself !!! We had a great time .....

Everything was just as described and pictured at this wonderful beach location. We were in the upper unit.

We had everything we needed from muffin tins to beach towels, wine glasses to laundry soap. The beds were comfortable, and if you sleep on the futon with the door open you can enjoy the ocean as you sleep. The only concern I had was my five year old on the top bunk without a railing. It was clearly pictured with no railing, I just never noticed. This was easily solved by the convenient full bed on the bottom bunk, I just put the two boys in the one bed. I also want to mention how dark and quiet the master bedroom is. Seriously, I could have slept forever if it weren't for the kids!

The view was amazing- ocean, pier, palms, DOLPHINS, sailboats - all wonderful! There is even a little patch of grass out front. The public shower was right off the boardwalk which made it easy to wash off a majority of the sand, and a hose on the deck to wash off the rest. It was a sand free house! YAY! There were plenty of shells on the beach for the kids (and us) and considering the season, there were barely any people there.

Everything was within walking distance, except the grocery store (which is Pavillions even though google maps says Von's. Same company though). The surrounding area had plenty of shops and restaurants with food in every price range. While we brought most of our food, we did stop at al farro for dinner and we were pleased with the waiter and the food. We parked the car and except for a trip to the store for forgotten items, we didn't get in it again until we were ready to leave!

We left with great memories, being the first time the kids have seen the ocean, happy bellies, and a nice tan!

Overall a five star stay, and we hope to have the privilege of staying here again.

Thank you!