Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District.

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Private kitchen
Living area
Living room
Room
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Market Square

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Portsmouth, NH
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Strawbery Banke Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Portsmouth

Located in Portsmouth, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Market Square and Nubble Lighthouse are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Hampton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rye Airfield, or consider a night out at Casino Ballroom. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Portsmouth, NH

What's nearby

  • Prescott Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Market Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Music Hall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Popovers on the Square - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Clipper Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daniel Street Tavern - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique and Charming Home In Portsmouth's Historic District. located?

Located in the heart of Portsmouth, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear Houses and Market Square. Players Ring Theatre and Prescott Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very charming with tons of character. Very well equipped with everything you need in a home. We cooked a lot, the antique stove was fun and easy to use. We loved spending time in the yard, beautiful flower gardens. South Portsmouth is so beautiful for walking, We ate at Geno’s seafood on the waterfront too many times and also loved the lobster rolls and chowder from Sanders Fish market. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable and great owner

This is our second time staying here and we had a great stay again. Rob is always very friendly and stocks the fridge and pantry with items you might need. The location is a short walk to town and in a lovely neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2022
Mike, it was great to have you folks with us again, thanks so much for your support, we appreciate it! Best, Rob
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great house and wonderful owners

We stayed in this home 4 nights while visiting our Grandaughter. The house is very well equiped and charming. Rob was very helpful with suggestions for restaurants, shopping, and things to see. This was our second time staying in Portsmouth but staying in this wonderful house and getting the advantage of a local to guide us, made this stay special and a trip to remember.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Nancy, thanks so much for your kind words! The weather could have been better but gracious guests like you see beyond that... just glad we squeaked out a couple hours of sunshine coincidentally while we were out on the water together. Thanks for staying with us and we hope you come back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

wonderful home, location and owners

at pretty short notice we got in touch with Rob and Joyce about their property and they were back in touch with us super quick. We stayed for four nights and really enjoyed their lovely home. They were very thoughtful in leaving us some basics for our stay; milk, coffee, beer, etc The house was just as described; clean, had great amenities, beautiful garden and was in an excellent location close to downtown. We'll be back again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Liam, many thanks for your review, we appreciate it. Really glad you enjoyed your stay at our home and took such good care of it! Hosting and sharing our home with excellent guests like you makes it all worthwhile!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for Our Trip

Rob and Joyce have represented this house perfectly. It is charming, unique, historic but with modern amenities , clean, meticulous, well appointed, and very comfortable. Three sisters and our mom spent 4 days there in July 2017 and could not have chosen a better location to explore Portsmouth and surrounding area. We walked and biked into town several times, spent time relaxing in the beautiful yard and enjoyed the peaceful area where the house is located. Rob and Joyce we so accommodating and gave us loads of helpful information to make our trip enjoyable and easy. We highly recommend it for a group of 4 adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Jody! Thanks so much for your great review and glad you all had a wonderful time. Love the idea of a girls get away with Mom... how awesome is that? Thanks for being such great guests... hope you can come back again one day! Best, JAR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in great location

I can’t fault our stay at this great house in Portsmouth. The house has been beautifully renovated with lots of quirky personal touches. On arrival it was spotless and very well equipped with everything we could possibly need. Rob, the owner was extremely helpful in his pre visit communication, making sure that everything we needed for our holiday was provided and giving us lots of suggestions for activities, both before and during our stay. His flexibility was much appreciated as we were travelling from the UK with young family members. The location of the house was perfect- in a beautiful area within walking distance of parks, shops, restaurants and other attractions. We walked into town each evening. This was our first visit to Portsmouth and we will be back. We would love to stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2022
Thanks so much for your kind words about the house and the town, we appreciate it. Leaving the house as you found it made us wonder if you were even here!! To be sure it's a special place and to host folks like you, particularly from overseas, makes it all worthwhile. Thanks for choosing to stay with us, hope you come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic host in beautiful historic home plus great location!

Rob is the best host - communicative, leaving treats, checking in, and has a positive and warm demeanor. The property is gorgeous with original details from the time period but modern comforts. The location cannot be beat - walk everywhere and water views on all your walks. Steep stairs were a slight concern for older family members but they were able to navigate them. The oven that is more modern and easy to use is not in the main kitchen which was one small inconvenience. And the lighting is dim - no overhead lights as that is in keeping with the time period of the home. But those were very small issues - overall the stay was really just wonderful. We would strongly recommend booking this property with Rob! You won't regret it.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Getaway

My husband and I absolutely loved this place! The house itself was immaculately maintained. It had beautiful wood floors that added to the open airy feeling both upstairs and down. Everything appeared to be freshly painted. The house was situated on a very quiet side street with almost no traffic. We found it to be the perfect walking distance to the many downtown restaurants and shops. The only day we used the car was for a short ride to Wallis Sands Beach for a day in the sun. We were able to take a harbor cruise, shop a bit, hit the local farmers market and just sit in the backyard and relax with a glass of wine. Lots of history to see at Strawbery Banke and lots of beautiful old architecture as you weave through the side streets to and from town. Owners Rob and Joyce are top notch adventurers and gracious hosts who made sure we had everything we needed . Absolutely worth a visit, hated to leave!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Karyn... Better late than never?!?! Just wanted to thank you for your review. It was great to host you folks and glad you had a great time. We are going to heed your advice today "take a harbor cruise, shop a bit, hit the local farmers market and just sit in the backyard and relax with a glass of wine..." but what should we do tomorrow... encore?? :-) Thanks again! Best JAR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home and Owner

We loooooved this house. It is so charming and neat and clean as a pin. The owner was wonderful. He had food and drink items in the fridge for us along with a cake and flowers for my daughter and I in honor of our birthdays. He was very communicative and made everything stress free and welcoming. The home is nicely located - - we enjoyed our short walks into the main part of town to go to restaurants and enjoy everything that Portsmouth has to offer. We loved our time in the house - - open windows with cool breezes but very nice a/c for the bedrooms when needed. We were so comfortable. The house was very homey and amply supplied. We enjoyed hanging out in the living room and using the kitchen most mornings for our breakfasts. Overall a truly delightful experience. Adorable, well maintained yard complete with vegetable garden and beautiful plants throughout the house. You could feel how loved this home is and so well maintained. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here and you feel completely safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2022
Thanks so much for the rave review! Likewise, how blessed we were to host such an amazing, five-star family that not only enjoyed our home and left it better than they found it but with advanced planning and much enthusiasm, took advantage of every great thing that Portsmouth has to offer... well done! Thanks so much for staying with us, we hope you come back again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Espectacular! Muy recomendado

Estuvimos una semana en esta casa y cumplió todas nuestras expectativas. La casa esta muy bien tenida, muy bien ubicada y con toda la dotación que es necesaria. Los anfitriones te hacen sentir más cómodos aún gracias a que dejan muchas cosas de utilidad a la mano y además contestan tus preguntas y te ayudan de inmediato. Quisiera volver a este lugar todos los años. Gracias a Rob y Joyce por tu generosidad y por abrir las puertas de su maravillosa casa. Por favor decidan ir a esta propiedad! Es perfecta.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even better

Wonderful historic home in perfect location for mix of quiet and convenience, fully updated and retains the classic character and charm. Our hosts thought of al the right hospitality touches for our stay and are perfectly friendly and helpful. We’d like to return to this area and to this neighborhood and to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2021
Brad, It was a pleasure to host you and your family! Thank you for the nice hand-written note. We hope you return soon and next time, leave the rain behind! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great hosts, perfect stay

Everything about this stay was perfect but most of all the hosts are incredibly welcoming and over the top with their hospitality and generosity. That includes food in the fridge, text check-Ins and recommendations, use of products in their home, and super friendly attitude. Definitely will rent from them again when back in Portsmouth!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2021
Hi Julia! It was a pleasure to host you and your family and I'm only sorry we didn't get a chance to meet in person. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back again! Joyce & Rob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfort at its best

So glad we found this property and had so many suggestions from Rob & Joyce about where to go around the area. Would highly recommend this to anyone interested in relaxing.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Hi Jessica! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can come back again! Thank you for the lovely note and the bottle of wine, and for treating our home like you would your own! All the best, Joyce & Rob
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent accommodations in Portsmouth

We couldn't ask for a better location. Everything within easy walking distance (because who wants to spend vacation in a car?) but the home is on a quiet street in a beautiful neighborhood. The home is very comfortable and our host made sure we lacked for nothing. One of our best VRBO experiences yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2021
Thanks so much for your review Liz, we appreciate it and we're glad you chose to stay with us and left the place in perfect condition. Joyce just wants to know who I'm going to text at 5 am now and she doesn't want it to be her!!! :-) Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply Perfect

We couldn't have possibly had a better experience. Rob and Joyce are wonderful. The house is in a perfect location for exploring the Portsmouth area, and most everything is in short walking distance. The house was immaculate and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. We can't wait to return!!! Thank you Rob and Joyce!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2021
Brad, thanks so much for your review. Super glad you folks and your kids had fun. The puzzler was after you left and we arrived, the house was so perfect, we wondered if you were ever here but the telltale sign was the amazing handwritten note you left for us, which will never be discarded! And the photo of you all on the Heritage is priceless! Thanks so much!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Summer Vacation

We loved staying in this house! Rob and Joyce were wonderful and the house is so cheerful and perfectly located for a short stroll into the historic town of Portsmouth or for a bike ride along the coast! We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
R! Thanks for your review, we appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Beautiful day here and reading your review prompted us to get the bikes out of the shed and ride around New Castle this morning... great idea! Thanks for choosing us to host you! Best, JAR
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing retreat for busy work/fun trip.

What an incredible gem!! This was my first visit to Portsmouth, it most certainly won't be my last. I had business to attend to in the area and was happy to discover this wonderful, comfortable, and cozy home. Attention to detail was evident throughout this beautiful home. I have a very strong appreciation for "real" and was impressed by every aspect of this historic home down to the handmade nails in the flooring. It was so easy to relax at the end of the day in a place that felt more like home to me than the place that I live. I also loved the location of the home on a quiet little lane that offered access to the entirety of Portsmouth with a short and easy walk. I took in a wonderful concert in a local park and enjoyed several of the dozens and dozens of first class restaurants. All right out your front door! If you are looking for quiet, classy, authentic, comfortable, easy, and great access to Portsmouth look no further! You will be glad you did!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
M! Many thanks for your gracious review! So glad you got to enjoy the house, spend some time in our great town and check out all it has to offer all while managing to squeak a little work in too! Hope you can come back again one day, our neighbors and friends would love to see you, apparently you left your mark on them!! Best, Joyce and Rob
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Sanctuary During a Busy Wedding Week

My wife and I rented this property the week of our wedding. The house has old world charm with modern amenities that have clearly been lovingly maintained. The location couldn't be more ideal for people seeking convenient walking distance to everything downtown yet still being tucked away in peaceful Strawberry Banke. What we are most stuck by is the extent to which Rob & Joyce made sure we had a seamless experience. As a result it became our sanctuary during a whirlwind week of wedding events. We will never forget it. Thank you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magic from the moment we arrived!

This was an absolutely incredible vacation from start to finish. The historic home is beautiful, clean and very charming. We immediately felt "at home." The property is in a historic district which sets the scene for a picturesque getaway. Everything is within walking distance- beautiful gardens, delicious restaurants, we even stumbled upon an outdoor concert at the nearby park. Most importantly the hosts Rob & Joyce are very friendly and accommodating with great recommendations for your visit. Can't wait for our next trip back to beautiful Portsmouth!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

excellent hosts, house and location

for the second time in two years we rented this property from Joyce and Rpb. Once again they were very accommodating and we really enjoyed our stay. Great location and property for those that want to be close to downtown Portsmouth.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Excellent guests! Great to have you back again! Thanks so much!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Wonderful

We just stayed for the weekend at Partidge Street and enjoyed ourselves immensely. The location was minutes to everything Portsmouth has to offer all while being located on a quiet side street. The home is impeccable. Gorgeous design, beautifully decorated and incredibly comfortable. We do have one thing to warn you of, you won't want to leave. Many thanks for a memorable weekend.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
You guys are too funny! Thanks for your review and hope you come back!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thanksgiving Week

Just stayed on Partridge Street house for Thanksgiving week while waiting to move into property purchased just a block away.....perfect location to get to know the neighborhood, walking distance to town, restaurants etc. Wonderful home to be in for a holiday. Great kitchen for baking Thanksgiving pies etc. and had a family brunch in the lovely kitchen/dining room. Fire in fireplace in the evenings made our stay that much more enjoyable. It was just like being "home" ! In fact, better than home ! A wonderful VRBO rental in a great town in any season !
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Hi Joan... many thanks for such a glowing review! So glad you got to spend Thanksgiving in our home... it's a perfect place for family gatherings like that, especially with a roaring fire in the background! Welcome to the neighborhood! :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming

This exceptionally cared for home is a gem! Moments from resturants, sightseeing and even the farmers market. The owners care and thoughtfulness was evident in everything from the fresh garden vegetables and groceries in the fridge to the samples in the bathroom. I hope our travels bring us back to this home.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Hey there... Many thanks for your comments and we"re really glad you had such a great stay! It's most excellent to share our home with guests like you, folks who left the place even better than they found it! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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