★★★★★

Top-Rated Guest Reviews

Real Stories from Our Guests

Guest Testimonials

Hear directly from visitors who have enjoyed their stays at Newport Retreat and why they choose us for their beach vacations.

Duffy boat cruising Newport Harbor near The Harbor Lookout
Quotation mark
Five star guest rating for Newport Retreat

5 stars all around! Ron’s place is exactly as described - it had literally everything we needed and more. It was so hard to leave! The place itself is absolutely gorgeous, so clean, and the smart house feature was the cherry on top. I found myself saying “wow” multiple times a day every day of our stay because of how impressed I was. The location was amazing as well - close to the beach, marina, and some of our favorite restaurants in Newport. We will definitely be returning!


Lauren N.

Google · The Harbor Lookout

I can’t say enough positive things about our stay at Surf Casita in Newport Beach! My family and I loved everything about this home and this area. First, the location is perfect, it’s within short walking distance to the beach, restaurants & shopping, and the neighborhood felt very safe. The home is beautiful and looks exactly like the photos. The home was extremely clean, the beds were very comfortable, and Ron provided plenty of bath towels, beach towels, and linens for the 5 of us. Also, Ron’s communication was great throughout the process. He provided clear instructions for check in and for using the smart features in the home which we utilized, and he also shared great local recommendations for restaurants and things to do.  We would recommend Surf Casita to anyone wanting to stay in Newport Beach!

Jackie K.

Airbnb · Surf Casita

Outdoor patio with fire pit and string lights at dusk

What our guest say about us

Google logo
Tripadvisor logo
Airbnb logo
Booking.com logo
Booking.com logo

5

Five-star rating

Verified

"The unit itself is gorgeous and in a prime location. We loved being able to take the short walk to Newport Beach or to the bay beach... Ron's place is akin to staying at the Ritz or Four Seasons, but with the benefit of a full home."

Guest reviewer profile icon

- Lauren M. · Google · The Harbor Lookout

5

Five-star rating

Verified

"Location is walkable to everything and the house is fantastic. It is very well-stocked, comfortable, and cute. The garage parking with EV charger was very helpful."

Guest reviewer profile icon

- Amy · Airbnb · Surf Casita

5

Five-star rating

Verified

"Fabulous Airbnb. Super clean, pretty, modern and the rooftop was terrific. Kitchen is well stocked. 2 min walk to the beach. Quiet at night. We will be back!"

Guest reviewer profile icon

- Gina · Airbnb · The Harbor Lookout

5

Five-star rating

Verified

"Great place to stay with high class furnishings, great location and really helpful hosts. Having use of surfboards, boogie boards, beach chairs etc was a big help."

Guest reviewer profile icon

- Martin · Booking.com · The Harbor Lookout

Luxury and comfort tailored for your beach escape

Guest Reflections on Newport Retreat

Read firsthand accounts from visitors who valued the refined amenities and serene atmosphere of our Newport Beach rentals.

Five star guest rating for Newport Retreat

We had an amazing stay! The home was spotless when we arrived, and it was clear that everything had been thoughtfully prepared.


One of our favorite parts was the patio. It was the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee or unwind after a day at the beach. The location couldn’t have been better. It was close to everything Newport Beach has to offer, making it easy to get around without spending much time driving. Traveling with kids, we especially loved that Marina Park was only about a five minute walk away. Our kids had an absolute blast there, and it quickly became one of the highlights of our trip.


Gina

The Surf Casita

Duffy boat cruising Newport Harbor near The Harbor Lookout
Five star guest rating for Newport Retreat

Soft brushed microfiberGreat place to stay with high class furnishings, great location and really helpful hosts. Having use of surfboards, boogie boards, beach chairs etc was a big help.


This was one of the best vacation rentals we have ever stayed at. The design, cleanliness, airy living room/kitchen made it such that we could have stayed for many more days. Our kids just loved hanging out in the house. Husband loved the sound system/lights/deck. The beds were just as comfortable as home. Everything was so clean and well thought out. Plus location was just a few streets from Newport boardwalk - we rented bikes a block away and biked down to Balboa fun zone.


Martin

The Harbor Lookout

Marina Park lighthouse at sunset in Newport Beach