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Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth

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Property grounds
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kittery, ME
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Strawbery Banke Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

The Coral Room

1 Double Bed

The Green Room

1 Queen Bed

The Yellow Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth

This beautiful house has three+ bedrooms, a study with washer/dryer, a large living room, dining room and kitchen, a three-season porch and gorgeous patio, 1.5 baths, and a large, mostly fenced yard. Parking for two cars in driveway. House is located within walking distance to both downtown Kittery and downtown Portsmouth, NH- hundreds of restaurants, art venues, concerts, and more are right around the corner.
For the last few years I have traveled around the country and the world staying in other people's homes. It's time to share my own wonderful place! :)
Home is perfect for get-togethers or reunions but is not a party house... noise ordinance requires quiet by 11:00.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1302576vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kittery

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Kittery Foreside, a neighbourhood in Kittery. Hampton Beach and Long Sands Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Water Country and Portsmouth Love Wall. Moffatt-Ladd House and The Music Hall are also worth visiting.
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Kittery, ME

What's nearby

  • Prescott Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Music Hall - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loco Coco's Tacos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Salty Spirits - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tulsi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel Club Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lil's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous, colorful house- walking distance to downtown Portsmouth located?

Located in Kittery Foreside, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Warner House, Seacoast Repertory Theatre and Prescott Park. Portsmouth Love Wall and St. John's Cemetery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Great vacation spot

It is conveniently located to lots of activity options. The house and grounds are beautiful and Gwen is a perfect host. We absolutely enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2021
So nice to see you again! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann g.

Would love to visit again!

Had a wonderful time on Love Lane! Gwen’s home is creatively decorated, comfortable and is easy access to York Maine or just a bike ride to Portsmouth . We all enjoyed the (too short ) weekend throughly .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much... you seemed like a wonderful group! You are welcome back for the next wedding (!) or any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

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

Perfect Summer Vacation!

Gwen’s home is absolutely charming. Well-equipped, perfectly located, cozy, and comfortable. I can’t rave enough about both Gwen as a host and this property. Walked in to Kittery every morning for coffee and baked goods (oh my!), many lovely walks to Portsmouth, beach at Fort Foster…We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie W.

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

Lovely and cozy place convenient to everything

Gwen's place is lovely and cozy, filled with books and amenities. Her kitchen is well stocked, so we just cooked and spent most of our time in the house or the garden. Check-in was super easy and Gwen is very communicative. Everything went smoothly. It's a 15-ish min walk to restaurants. I would love another opportunity to stay at her place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2022
Thank you! See you next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Beautiful home in a great location

We had a wonderful girls' weekend at Gwen's beautiful home. We loved the house! It was such a fun stay. Gwen has done such a great job decorating and the gardens were lovely. It was so convenient to Portsmouth as well. We walked into town each day and it was very scenic. The house had everything we needed and it was so cheery and bright. We had a problem with the shower one day and Gwen had it fixed immediately. She was so very kind and responsive. We highly recommend this home. It truly was a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much, Kelly! It was wonderful having you in the Love Lane house and I hope you will make it an annual event!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

The home is amazing! It feels like each room is a new experience every time you enter.

In spite of 90plus degree heat we enjoyed the house and area. It is such a happy house with positive vibes everywhere. The yard is just as beautiful with trees and flowers and plantings in abundance. And everything lights up when it gets dark. We felt so at home. Gwen is a perfect hostess,checking to be sure our needs were met. We also enjoyed the area and had fun in both Kittery and Portsmouth. Hoping to go back for another visit in the future. Anne C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
It was fabulous to meet you, Anne. Thank you for your kind words and as I said, it makes me so happy that you loved the fun & funky vibe of the house. I hope you will make it your yearly retreat! Thank you! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Gwen’s place is a treasure!

We were first impressed with Gwen’s great communication- before our arrival and her notes left just for us. Staying in her home was like staying with you favorite, creative artist friend- colorful, fun and full of amazing art, books and history. We used every room- from coffee on the front porch, to relaxing and sipping wine outside. There are so many great restaurants in walking distance, we didn’t do much cooking- but it looked like everything was there we would need if we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2024
Thank you, Teri!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Great location, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Wonderful home!

I had a fantastic stay at this property. Gwen is very accommodating and the propery is filled with touches that make you feel at home. The home is quiet but in a great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2020
Thanks, Daniel! Hope to see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

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

Great Spot

Great house! Great location! Great owner! What else does one need to know....
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

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

Gwen’s Place

Wonderful place to stay in the sea coast area. Gwen is awesome and easy to rent from. Very cozy and close to lot’s of restaurants and shops. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

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

Weekend in Kittery

My experience at this property was great. I spent the weekend up there with a few of my buddies who were in the area for a golf tournament. The home was very clean, and upon arrival, there were notes on the kitchen counter from Gwen about things to do in the area, and any additional information about the house that would be helpful. Gwen was very responsive during our trip whenever I had any questions and was an overall great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

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

Sweet Home in Kittery

Loved this warm and welcoming home! It’s in a great location, private but walking distance to lots of cafes and shops in Portsmouth and Kittery. The host Gwen provides lots of great recommendations too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
It was so nice to meet you and know you were here enjoying and loving the house. I hope you will be back next summer... you are certainly welcome! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Long weekend to start the summer

My family enjoyed staying at your home. We could walk to restaurants and easily drive up the coast to a beach. Very nice weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
It was lovely to have you here... I wish we could have met but thank you for caring for and loving the house. You're welcome back anytime. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Wonderful Weekend - Cheerful House

Highly recommended. I've stayed in many vacation rentals, and this is certainly up there in the top of the list. My family had a wonderful time staying with Gwen. She was extremely friendly and flexible - we ended up arriving before the normal check-in time and since it was ready early we were able to get some extra rest time before our afternoon activities. The house itself is just great. It is full of color, with all kinds of wonderful surprises. There is the little table decorated with a lizard, the great selection of books, cute greeting cards all around, and just generally a great vibe. We had 5 people there, and an additional few folks over for breakfast one morning - tons of space for everyone and no issues at all. There is a nice patio outside, and a great 'sun room' in the front. Tons of ways to hang out and have a restful time as a group. Location is good. One evening I did a nice 30 minute round trip jog over through downtown Portsmouth. Walking, you can probably get anywhere in Portsmouth in 30 minutes one-way - less, if you aren't going all the way to the far side of town. There are also a couple really good options right down the block in Kittery for BBQ/breakfast/whatever. I 100% recommend walking down the block to Lil's in the morning for some donuts/crullers - they are probably the best I have had in my life. Get the cinnamon sugar ones. Then get a few more for after your friends/family steal yours. One (very) minor note - the stairs to the second floor are a bit steep. My 70+ father had no troubles at all, but if you are on the frail side, just a note that the bedrooms are all upstairs. To be clear - the stairs are in no way unstable or dangerous.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
It was so nice to meet you, Doug, and I'm so glad you had a great time in the Love Lane house. I love that you were able to walk into the Foreside and Portsmouth- truly we are blessed in this location. You are welcome back any time... thanks, again! Gwen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Place was great. The host Gwen is wonderful and very accommodating.

Really enjoyed the house, great garden and patio. All the furniture is very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks, Rich! It was wonderful to meet you and your sisters and so good to know you loved the house. Make it a yearly ritual! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri E.

Colorful, beautiful stay for a girl's get-away

Five former college roommates who get together at least once a year found their way to the east coast and into this perfect house for our girl's weekend. We had plenty of space to spread out and we were so close to so many fun things- walking or driving. Some of the Midwest girls were not accustomed to being somewhere without AC, but the handy little fans in every room helped! (it was a very hot and sticky couple of days!) We enjoyed the cheerful decor and atmosphere. We enjoyed our stay and the host's hospitality very much. Recommended!! Thank you, Gwen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
I'm so glad you enjoyed the Love Lane house so much. It was wonderful to have you... hope you will come again! Thank you!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Eileen G.

Awful

I am sincerely and thoroughly disgusted with the attitude of the owner of this hostil and toxic environment. It was well over 100 degrees inside upon our arrival. We stayed three hours only because our husbands we on the golf course and unable to be reached. I as well as my one year old granddaughter suffered heat stroke a very dangerous condition as a direct result of the “accommodations “ We spent well over $1000.00 in hotel costs as a result of our three hour stay. The owner claims we “trashed” her home. Which is a bold faced lie. It would have been the kind thing to donhad the owner warned us in advance of the uninhabitable condition of her establishment and refunded our money prior to our suffering physically harmful conditions. We were offered a full refund by the owner. Of which we recieved a little over a third along with an inappropriate scathing by email. Please use caution when renting. This is our fourth VRBO rental. The three previous stays far exceeded our expectations. This however was a total disaster. Most sincerely Eileen and John Groom.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
I am absolutely dumbfounded by this review. After hearing of an upcoming heat wave, this renter called me the week prior to her arrival to ask if I had central air-conditioning. I told her that not only do I not have central air in this 1920 house, I no longer even have AC as it had only been used once or twice a year and the house gets a marvelous sea breeze from the Piscataqua River. I told her that I have a plethora of fans. She said that would be fine. She arrived and called me at my job to say the house was absolutely beautiful (she left me a note saying this as well) but then called back a few hours later to say they were hot. I texted back from work to say I was sure it would cool down but she wrote to say they were going to a hotel. When I got to the house I found my belongings all over the place, dirty dishes, dirty diapers in the trashcans, the recycle bin full, cigarette butts on the deck, the beds unmade, towels seemingly used... Unlike my other renters, who have been wonderful and had marvelous things to say about my gorgeous home, it took me hours to clean up from this guest, despite their short stay. Still, I refunded the remainder of their money (all but the first night) and refrained from any public review- I am a loving and grateful person and hate to put negative energy out there in any way in this already stressful world; I always figure we all have our issues. This renter sent me copies of her hospital and hotel bills, as though I was somehow responsible for her being hot or getting sick! I'm not sure what she was hoping for on that, but I figured I'd let that go, too. But this review is mean-spirited and dishonest, and I simply have to defend my good intentions, my hard work, and the beauty of my place. What an unkind, untrue, and unnecessary thing to do. May you find peace, Eileen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Lovely home, very conveniently located

This home was clean, comfortable and well appointed with interesting and colorful decorations throughout the house. It was also perfectly located as a central stop for all of the places we wanted to visit in Maine, New Hampshire, and Mass. Easy to get to Ogunquit, Kittery, Portsmouth and more, and a quiet and restful place to be in between. Gwen was a very helpful and welcoming host and gave us several great recommendations for dining in the area.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you, David! I was happy to have you in the house. I hope to host you again! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey J.

Absolutely loved our stay at Gwen's home and hope to return again and again!

This house is so comfortable and adorable---full of positive energy and beautiful décor. Wish we could have stayed longer just to kick back on the porch and read more of the books on premise! Also, the grounds are beautiful, the location is stellar, and Gwen was a most lovely and attentive host throughout our stay. Highly, highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you, Carey! It was wonderful to have you all here. I hope to see you again. Thanks so much! <3 Gwen

About the host

Hosted by Gwen Davis

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I bought this house in 2005 and have loved living here and sharing it with friends. I have been a school teacher for 24 years but left my full time position to travel, teach abroad, and find other adventures and occupations. I have traveled around the country and to other countries and very much enjoyed the experience of staying in people's homes- much more than hotels. I decided to share my home a bit when I came back. I hope you'll enjoy it!

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this house the instant I saw it! It's got a lot of room for people to find their own space. The rooms are colorful and cheery and cozy. The location couldn't be better... we can walk to hundreds of restaurants, bike to the beach, walk to concerts... and yet we are in our own private yard and have parking.
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