Waterfront vacation rentals in Portsmouth

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  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 20 vacation rentals in Portsmouth

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Portsmouth vacation rentals start at G$37,663 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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    Over 2,710 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    10 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    10 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    20 of Portsmouth vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Portsmouth rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

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

Top-rated waterfront rentals in Portsmouth

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An open living area features a comfortable gray sofa with decorative pillows, a wooden coffee table on a textured rug, and two light-colored armchairs. The space is illuminated by natural light from nearby windows, with a modern kitchen visible in the background.
Cottage in Kittery

Maine Harbor Escape | Porch&BBQ, Walk 2 Portsmouth

🌊🏡Welcome to Our Coastal Cottage!🦞☀️ The perfect home for a small family or couple💑looking to escape to the Maine Seacoast. Located in a quaint residential neighborhood within harbor view⚓, this cottage has a relaxing farmers porch🌿, a BBQ grill🍖, 2 full bathrooms🛁, and is within a 45-second walk🚶‍♀️to Kittery Foreside; a small downtown area with shops🛍️and restaurants🍽️. Our cottage was tastefully decorated by a professional interior designer🎨and comes with smart TVs📺 in every room.

RiverViewKitchen

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
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An open-concept living space features brick walls and wooden beams. A cozy gray sofa with decorative pillows faces a glass coffee table. The kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, includes a breakfast bar with three stools, enhancing the functional design of the area.
Apartment in Portsmouth

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.

ViewBeachNearby

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
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A deck overlooking the water features a round table surrounded by four chairs, each with turquoise cushions. An umbrella stands in the center of the table, providing shade. A decorative rug with an oceanic design is positioned underneath the table, complementing the serene water views.
Cottage in Eliot

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.

RiverViewHiking

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
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A wooden treehouse with large windows and a spiral staircase is surrounded by lush green trees. The structure is elevated, allowing for a view of the forest floor, which is covered in natural earth tones from fallen leaves and pine needles.
Treehouse in Sanford

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.

RiverBeachSleep quality

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 604 reviews
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The open kitchen features a large island with seating for several guests. A cozy living area is visible, with a comfortable seating arrangement and large windows allowing natural light and ocean views. Warm wood flooring complements the airy atmosphere.
Apartment in Rockport

4 Bed Water View w/ Parking

Your family and friends will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. Steps to the Ocean and walk into historic Bearskin Neck. Enjoy panoramic coastal views from the family room, kitchen and master bedroom. Deck space to enjoy outdoor dining, glass of wine, or a morning cup of coffee. Everything to do in Rockport is a short walk from this downtown home. Restaurants and coffee shops, Art Galleries, shopping and the town beaches are steps away. Parking spots included.

ViewBeachBathroom

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
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A spacious backyard overlooks a calm cove, featuring a large stone table surrounded by chairs and a gas grill. Shade is offered by an umbrella over a seating area. Lush green grass leads to the water, framed by trees and a decorative fence.
Home in Kittery

Renovated WATERFRONT Home near Portsmouth & York

Searching for a place to escape on the seacoast? Look no further! Enjoy our newly renovated WATERFRONT home nestled in a quiet cove off the Piscataqua River, just 1 HOUR from BOSTON. Take a swim in the cove, enjoy yard games and barbecuing, venture to downtown Portsmouth for a night out, spend the afternoon golfing nearby, shop at the premium retail outlets, explore historic parks and beaches, visit local breweries and more! Accommodates 6 adults PLUS children. PARKING for 4 cars. NO PETS.

RiverViewGrill

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
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An inviting living area features large windows that frame a view of the harbor, allowing natural light to fill the space. A cozy blue sofa and two patterned chairs are arranged on a soft area rug. A dining table is visible in the background.
Home in Rye

Luxury on Rye Harbor w/ 360 Degree Views

This fun and charming Rye Harbor home offers views that only a few properties on the Seacoast provide. Watch the lobster boats and harbor cruises depart and return throughout the day while enjoying all that this three level, single family home has to offer. The two bedrooms are on the entry level, while the kitchen and living area are on the second level to provide a serene view of Rye Harbor. The outdoor deck on the top level of the home showcases a 360 degree view of Rye's natural beauty.

ViewBeachComfort

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
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Condo in Hampton Beach

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.

ViewBeachWalkability

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 359 reviews
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Home in Durham

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

RiverViewHeating

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
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Apartment in Hampton Beach

Inviting Ocean Front Condo

Newly renovated top floor corner unit steps from Hampton Beach and a short 10 minute walk to restaurants, bars, and entertainment. Enjoy the great view of Hampton Beach through the sliding glass door in the front living room or the large deck just outside. Bedroom with a king size bed sleeps 2. Traveling with kids? Sofa in the front room folds out into a full-size bed, and an pull out sleeper chair in the bedroom expands to a single bed. 4th floor. No elevator. Non-smoking unit, no pets.

ViewBeachCondition

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
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A modern coastal home featuring a light grey shingle exterior and a contrasting dark roof. The entrance showcases a well-defined porch with elegant lanterns and large windows, while a driveway leads to a two-car garage. Lush greenery surrounds the property, enhancing the seaside setting.
Home in York

Luxurious Oceanfront Property

Welcome to The Luxurious, where a unique boat feeling awaits you. Completely remodeled with high-end finishing, an elevator accesses all three levels. An open floor concept invites the ocean breeze and offers unique views. A modern fitness room, a year-round hot tub and firepit will enhance your stay. After a day at the beach, enjoy the sunset from the house and walk to the Nubble Light House to savor Maine's famous blueberry ice cream and pie ! Fishing dock not available at the moment.

BeachViewGrill

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
Top guest favorite
A cozy living room features a white-brick fireplace, with a functional gas flame. Stylish furniture includes a patterned armchair and a soft couch, complemented by a light-colored striped wooden floor. Large windows allow natural light and offer views of the surrounding area.
Home in Rye

*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 once you book I can send you a link (per Airbnb’s rules) I’ve outfitted it with an extra monitor & a setup o WFH. Google home and Sonos systems bring this 100 year old beauty into this century.

BeachViewHeating

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 388 reviews

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