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Beautifully renovated historic home

Holiday home in Portsmouth with kitchen

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Nestled in the heart of Portsmouth, this 1795 home offers a unique blend of modern comforts and historic charm. Walk to downtown's many activities, enjoy meals in the large kitchen or unwind in the grand living room; multiple couples can share space with private full baths for each bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully renovated historic home

This home was built in 1795 has been renovated to include all modern amenities yet retain the charm of the era. Walk within minutes to any of downtown Portsmouth's many activities or sights. Designed so multiple couples can share the space yet have privacy with full baths servicing both bedrooms. Large kitchen that serves as a great place to prepare or enjoy meals. Grand living room for entertaining. The house does have a driveway that will fit 4 cars, which is a rare commodity for the middle of Portsmouth.

NH Meals & Rentals Tax#: 062674

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 is also known as

Beautifully Renovated Historic
Beautifully Renovated Historic Home Portsmouth
Beautifully Renovated Historic Home Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Portsmouth, NH

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Music Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portsmouth Harbor Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Governor John Langdon House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gilley's PM Lunch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully renovated historic home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautifully renovated historic home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully renovated historic home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully renovated historic home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully renovated historic home located?

Located in Downtown, this holiday home is steps away from Market Square, Governor John Langdon House Museum and The Music Hall. Nahcotta and Rundlet-May House are just steps away.

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Beautifully renovated historic home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Easy rental - great location - well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house fit our needs perfectly. It was in an excellent location to walk around Portsmouth. Bedrooms were spacious. Beds were very comfortable. Our host was a great communicator. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location, well stocked comfy accommodations

We loved our stay here! The house location is perfect and so close to everything. There was a ton of space in the home for everyone, and we were pleasantly surprised with how large the bedrooms were (especially the primary bedroom). We would definitely choose this place again on our next visit to Portsmouth.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Excellent location to walk to anything in downtown Portsmouth. Easy check-in, check-out, house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding weekend

The house was perfect for our family weekend in Portsmouth. Location was perfect for walking into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert O., Ramsey, New Jersey

Awesome Location, Awesome Decor.

This house is right in downtown Portsmouth and is awesome... Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

We had a wonderful stay in Portsmouth! So charming and perfect wedding at Prescott Park! We loved it. Great convenience to town and park!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Portsmouth spot

Very nice old house w modern updates. Walkable to everything in Portsmouth but also quiet at night. Extremely cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the heart of Portsmouth

Family in town for wedding. House very accomodating to small family gatherings. Easy walking distance to numerous shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation weekend

Great location! Very comfortable house with all amenities we could have wanted. Property manager was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel s.

Perfect.

The house is well set up with clean and organized facilities. Perfectly located in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shane C., Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

We booked this home for my parents to stay during our wedding weekend. It was a quick walk to Jimmy's On Congress for our reception as well as walkable to just about everything in town. Its an older building with a great feel. We'll definitely be staying here for future trips into town!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay right in town

Thank you EJ. We fully enjoyed our trip. It was awesome to be in town. The house was clean, communication was awesome, check-in and check-out were both easy. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable house, ideal location

This house is perfectly situated near everything, the water, downtown, shops, restaurants etc. perfect amount of space to relax, cook in and a great desk set up for remote working. Though the fire station is basically next door, they typically go out ‘quiet’ as they call it so rarely heard a siren. Overall a fabulous home that we can’t wait to rent again!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

stephen s.

Great Host - Great House - Great Location

This place is a must stay if you are visiting Portsmouth. The Owner is very helpful and has everything you need detailed out to make your stay as effortless and comfortable as possible. New Renovations so everything is in pristine condition and the convenience of having the living room and kitchen made it a great upgrade over any bed and breakfasts or hotels we stayed at previous visits. Its nice to be able to come back hang out and play cards. Will definitely be booking it again next year. Thanks EJ.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families

My family (5 adults and two kids) stayed here for the week of my wedding. It was a great central hub for family and friends to stop by as well as a great place for last minute wedding planning! My family had no complaints and really enjoyed their stay. The driveway is a little tight but if you know how to strategically park it’s no issue. It fit a giant SUV, and truck and a smaller SUV, and enough space for a visitor. The house had everything we needed, and so clean! Thank you for hosting my family!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

leslie f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding location and property

Thank you so much for sharing your house. It was a fantastic stay and we would love to be able to come again sometime. The Finnemore’s
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay- fantastic location

We had a wonderful stay with our family over Easter couldn’t ask for a better location! Thank you to EJ
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house easy access to all of downtown portsmouth

Awesome renovated historic home. comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen. Parking for 2+ cars off street.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental and location

My family and I (all 8 of us) thoroughly enjoyed this home. It is spacious, comfortable, and in a great location. We absolutely loved it and plan to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fay K., New Haven, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully Renovated Historic House

Looking like it could be house from Strawberry Banke on the outside, it was creatively renovated and was a modern, comfortable house on the inside. Wonderful location for walking through downtown Portsmouth and quick access over the river to Kittery Maine. Due to an ice storm on Christmas Day, all of our plans were cancelled, but did not feel deprived. We had a lovely day staying in the house and really appreciated that the owners had put up a Christmas tree and holiday decorations!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick walk to restaurants and stores

The house had plenty of room for two couples. It was a quick walk to many restaurants and stores. We also walked to the boat cruise. The house had a spacious leaving room and large master bedroom with a walk-in shower. The kitchen was nice too. There is construction going on right next door. It started at 6 am during the wee. But otherwise we had a nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Portsmouth Getaway

This house was very spacious and in a very good location to downtown shops and restaurants. We just had a couple of issues. First, there is construction happening on two sides of the house, so early morning cranes and building noises. Second, the living room couch needs to be redone. A little uncomfortable to sit or lie down, as it is a sleeper sofa and the ribs dig in. You need to use various remotes to work the TV's, which got a bit confusing, but not too bad. And if you are staying with young children or elderly parents, be aware that the bedrooms are on the second floor and loft and the stairs are narrow and steep. But the bedrooms are very comfortable. All in all, a very nice house to stay and go about your daily vacation schedule!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura W., Annapolis, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas Getaway

We loved this property because it offered a great location in town, plus very nice interior spaces for our family. The living room sectional was big enough for our five adults to all be comfortable, while watching a family movie. The owners made us feel welcomed, with pretty holiday decorations, including a tree and lights. The kitchen was perfect for eating and preparing meals and snacks. I would recommend this property, and would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home with history

We give the location 4 stars only because of the construction going on right next to the house. We heard heavy equipment very early in the morning. Other than that, kitchen is well equipped and updated. Bathrooms updated as well. The house is comfortable and bedrooms are roomy. Our 2 grandchildren loved being in the loft. I would say that the stairs are a bit steep for older persons. The most important, however, is the excellent communication we had with the owner who addressed a couple of issues immediately! Thank you, EJ!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020