We’ve stayed in Newport by the Pier a couple of times before but this was our first time at this property. We loved it! The unit was well stocked, extremely comfortable/cozy and the location is wonderful with a lot of food options and bars around.The property has a back entrance so there is no front access to the beach however the walk is short and easy. We did not consider this prior to arrival and other properties we’ve stayed at have front stairs straight to the beach however with the Pipeline restaurant below this wouldn’t be feasible. You have to go out the back alley and around the restaurants/shops just to the right of the property but again, it’s a short distance and easy walk. There is AC! They even have a small portable one for the living area (larger is by bedrooms in back) which is a first for us at the beach and absolutely made our stay more comfortable. The bedrooms/beds, living area, and bathroom are all well appointed, updated, and very comfortable. There is no laundry facility, which was fine, but also something we’ve had at other rentals. It is a nice option to have with kids and beach grime but not at all a deal breaker for us. Overall we really loved our stay here and will definitely be back! We did arrive later than the check in time so the rental office was closed but they accommodated a virtual check in for us. We were notified that the unit was ready pretty early in the day (earlier than check in); if we’d been closer we’d have had an “extra” day!