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Luxury Year-round Treehouse with private hot tub
The Canopy is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.

Tugboat Vista | 2 Bedroom | Downtown Portsmouth
Overlooking the beautiful Tugboats of Downtown Portsmouth, this brick laden 2 bed, 1 bath unit is quintessential downtown city living. Featuring a fully loaded kitchen, plush king bed, queen bedroom with river views, and a queen sleeper sofa, this unit is in the heart of it all. The dining, shopping, and walkable venue access makes this location sought after by locals and travelers alike! Make this your home base for the night or the month and enjoy all of what Portsmouth offers all year round.

Salty Mermaid Cottage/Boat House
This 2br home is nestled at the end of a peninsula’s over the water, 5min drive to downtown Portsmouth. Spend the day on the on deck, grilling or enjoy your own authentic Maine lobster bake, swimming and treasure hunting the shore. Also explore Kittery or downtown Portsmouth, both just five minutes away. Enjoy this freshly renovated home, water views from every room and window, all bedrooms are equipped with a/c, free WiFi and smart TVs. Fully equipped kitchen has an amazing view of the water.

Oceanfront w/ Stunning views and Private Deck☀️🏖
Welcome to the Beach House on the Rocks, your very own oceanfront retreat! This beautiful, 1350 sq ft house is nestled right next to the ocean. With panoramic views and the ocean just steps away, you won’t forget this one of a kind experience. Tucked away in the hidden gem of Camp Ellis, you’ll enjoy a lively beach scene in the summer and a tranquil retreat in the off season. Just a short trip away to Old Orchard Beach and 30 min to Portland you’ll never be in need of fun activities.

#1 Home in Kittery Foreside - PVT Harbor View Deck
Escape to Kittery, Maine for a peaceful getaway! Our 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sleeps up to 10 and is just a short walk from the popular Kittery Foreside, offering a range of shopping and dining options. Perfect for those seeking a quiet vacation, our home is equipped with modern amenities and comfortable furnishings. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living room, and 3rd floor deck for relaxation. Book now for a stress-free vacation filled with delicious dining and retail therapy!

Seacoast Getaway
Seacoast, NH’s popularity is well-earned, with museums, the finest restaurants, spas and shopping that blend perfectly with the Seacoast landscape. From our beautiful beaches and coastline combined with plentiful outdoor recreation, including fishing and whale watching, kite flying and more with Portsmouth, Rye, Exeter and Kittery Maine, all a short ride our beachfront condo has something for all. After a day of outdoor activity and exploring, come retire and rest in our place with a view.

Newly Renovated | Farm Stay | Near Portsmouth!
Welcome to the Brown House at Emery Farm. This recently renovated charming cedar shake farmhouse is situated on 130 picturesque acres, on the oldest family farm in America. If you’re looking for a quintessential New England farm stay experience that offers a quiet peaceful stay, this is the place! • 3 bd | 3 bath | sleeps 6 • Private, quiet, picturesque • Located on a working farm • 2 min walk to Emery Farm Market & Café • 10 min to Portsmouth • Surrounded by nature • EV charger

Charming Riverfront Cottage in Portsmouth-SouthEnd
This super comfortable, newly renovated (Nov 2022) and charming little cottage on the river couldn't be more convenient to all that the city and surrounding area has to offer. Enjoy true walking access yet be in a quiet 18th century neighorhood. Across the street from the historic Portsmouth waterfront and around the corner from Pierce Island, Prescott Park, Strawbery Banke and Point of Graves, 112 Mechanic is an incredibly charming home. No pets please. Street park with ease.

Badgers Island Cottage
You will fall in love with this cozy Maine cottage on Badgers Island! From its lovely views of the Piscataqua River, to its gardens, open-concept floor plan and tasteful style -- it is everything an island home should be. Features an updated kitchen with brand new appliances with granite counters, Brand new tub, toilet, and vanity, wood floors in every room, and full walk-out basement. Walk to Portsmouth or sit on the porch and watch the boats go by -- island living at its best!

☀ Fox & Loon lake house: hot tub/pedal boat/kayaks
Escape to a peaceful, lakeside retreat with a secluded sun-lit deck and private dock with incredible views of Sunrise Lake, plus a 4-person hot tub, and seasonal amenities like a pedal boat, two kayaks, a SUP board, gas fire table, central A/C, a pellet stove, and snowshoes. Enjoy nearby activities like hiking, leaf peeping, skiing, and visiting scenic towns, local vineyards and breweries — or simply relaxing in a beautiful lakefront setting. The sunsets can be unbelievable!

*Beachfront* Vintage Coastal Cottage - Relaxation
It's always about the view and this place will leave you feeling energized and calm. Situated on premium beachfront property, this single family home has luxurious amenities like super plush towels, organic cotton bedding and touches to make your getaway feel that much Take a virtual tour here: https://bit.ly/3vK5F0G We've outfitted it with an extra screen and a setup to get you up and running. Google home and Sonos systems bring this 100 year old beauty into this century.

A water view slice of heaven at Pepperrell Cove
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of staying in Kittery Point Maine’s exclusive Pepperrell Cove area. • Walk three minutes to dinner at one of three amazing waterfront restaurants • Enjoy a private chartered boat ride from across the street • Rent kayaks • Visit Fort McClary • Hike Cutts Island Trail • Visit Crescent and Seapoint beaches • Shop and dine in Kittery’s Wallingford Square, downtown Portsmouth, and the Kittery Outlets. Everything is within fifteen minutes away!
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Harborside Oasis | Harbor View | Heart of Downtown

Chic Downtown Loft ☆ Private Parking ☆ Ocean View

Winter Island Retreat

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Ocean view studio with hot tub & access to Boston

The Waterline – A Private Harborfront Retreat

House of Three Gables

Penthouse Two Master Waterfront Suite with Rooftop
Waterfront house rentals

2 Bedroom Beach Bungalow, Steps from the Beach!

Lakefront Getaway

Pond-Front Passive Solar Architectural House

Quaint Little New Hampshire Lake House Getaway!

The Cottage on Paugus Bay- Near I-93 and Skiing

*Ocean View* Charming beach house

Luxury on Rye Harbor w/ 360 Degree Views

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Waterfront condo rentals

Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!

Two-Bedroom Condo on the Wells/Ogunquit town-line

Bearskin Neck Rockport ★ Amazing Views ★ Parking

Beachfront Getaway

Rockport Downtown Sleeps 5 Take The Train To Salem

Oceanfront Penthouse at Salisbury Beaches

Oceanfront condo, spectacular views

Oceanfront, private balcony, panoramic view Ocean
When is the best time to visit Portsmouth?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ661 | ﺩ.ﺇ753 | ﺩ.ﺇ735 | ﺩ.ﺇ918 | ﺩ.ﺇ845 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,105 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,124 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,098 | ﺩ.ﺇ977 | ﺩ.ﺇ948 | ﺩ.ﺇ793 | ﺩ.ﺇ907 |
| Avg. temp | -5°C | -3°C | 1°C | 7°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 10°C | 4°C | -1°C |
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Portsmouth vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ551 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
10 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Portsmouth vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Portsmouth stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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