
Waterfront vacation rentals in Portsmouth
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Explore 20 vacation rentals in Portsmouth

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

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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!
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Portsmouth
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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.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
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.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
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.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 604 reviews
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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
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.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
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.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 359 reviews
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
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
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.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
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.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
*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.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 388 reviewsPopular amenities for Portsmouth waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment rentals

🍷Wine & WiFi✔️at Riverwalk! Full Kitchen - Parking!
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Breathtaking Ocean Front Views!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Amazing Ocean View In-Law Apt.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews
Cape Arundel Cottage 1 mile to downtown KPT
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 391 reviews
House of Three Gables
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 394 reviews
Ocean view studio with hot tub & access to Boston
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Chic Downtown Loft Private Parking Ocean View
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 340 reviews
Surrounded by Recreation (2)
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviewsWaterfront house rentals

Classic, calm river view & centrally located home
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Quaint Little New Hampshire Lake House Getaway!
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews
2 bedroom waterfront retreat all seasons
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Oceanfront Escape • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 14
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Kittery Point Jewel
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews
Little Lake House, the Bungalow
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 580 reviews
Oceanfront w/ Stunning views and Private Deck☀️🏖
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
Modern Luxury in a Spectacular Natural Setting
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviewsWaterfront condo rentals

The Wave • Ocean condo on sands of Hampton Beach •
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
Bearskin Neck Rockport ★ Amazing Views ★ Parking
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
Surfer's Sunrise Studio Beach & Fireworks View
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Beach Getaway-Top floor 05
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews
Oceanfront, private balcony, panoramic ocean views
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Welcome to the Beach Escape! Seabrook, NH
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews
The Posh Plum-Walk to Casino Ballroom, Beach, Bars
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
Luxury Beach Front Condo! Prime Location!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 513 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Portsmouth?
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