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Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!

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Room
Living area
Marina
The coffee maker is not included in the amenities we offer.
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!

Absolutely the best location in Portsmouth! Beautifully furnished, this spacious and private home is perfectly suited for taking in all of the must-see sights and historic landmarks that make this vibrant city so unique. Situated near the banks of the Piscataqua River just minutes away from Strawbery Banke Museum, Prescott Park, USS Albacore Museum, Market Square and more! The perfect spot for family and friends, you will love this home away from home in the heart of historic Portsmouth!

The space
Recently upgraded and fully furnished throughout, this private one bedroom home includes a fully appointed kitchen with all appliances including stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished with beautiful new crisp linens, pillows and bed coverings. Spacious living room has an extra sleeping space with a comfy sleeper sofa. Smart HDTV with free high-speed WiFi connection, on-street parking and keyless access!

Guest access
Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home and may enjoy full use of outdoor amenities as well. Instructions for access, check-in, checkout and directions to the home are provided in the house manual on Homeaway. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure.

Other things to note
If you have any questions about the property, or if you need any additional information regarding calendar availability, directions, parking, access or check-in/checkout procedures please contact us directly using the message center on Homeaway.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

Portsmouth

West End, a neighbourhood in Portsmouth, is home to this apartment. Water Country is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Hampton Beach. The Music Hall and Moffatt-Ladd House are also worth visiting.
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Portsmouth, NH

What's nearby

  • Discover Portsmouth - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Market Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Music Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Portsmouth Harbor Trail - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Goat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Kilim - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Otto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!?

As of 17 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway! on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$294, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Portsmouth Private Getaway! located?

Located in West End, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Discover Portsmouth and Market Square. Rundlet-May House and Nahcotta are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to downtown Portsmouth.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
Thanks for staying with us and for the solid review. Glad to hear the location worked well for getting downtown. If there is anything we could have done to bump that 8 up to a 10, I would love to hear it. Hope to host you again next time you are in Portsmouth.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Portsmouth NH. Very clean, tidy rental, easy to feel like home for my stay. Would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2025
Thanks for staying with us in Portsmouth. Glad the place felt clean and homey for your trip. Appreciate the recommendation and you’re welcome back anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gail L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
We recently visited Portsmouth and stayed at this property. The unit is in a convenient location close to shopping and restaurants. The bath towels were clean and the kitchen was well equipped. Maintenance and cleanliness was just okay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2026
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on your stay. We’re glad the location worked well for you and that the kitchen setup and clean towels met your needs. We also appreciate the honest feedback on maintenance and overall cleanliness. That’s not something we take lightly, and it helps us know where we need to step things up. Your comments have been shared with our team so we can improve the experience moving forward.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

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

Weekend in Portsmouth

Great location in Portsmouth. The apartment was very clean and has all the items you would need. All the amenities like bedding, towels, etc were all top notch! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Hi Judy, Thanks so much for the awesome review! Glad you enjoyed the apartment and that everything was up to par. Always great to hear when guests have a smooth and comfy stay. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ayeke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check-in process was easy and seamless. The host was very responsive and accommodating. The apartment appears just as it does in the photos. Clean, lots of light, well situated, in walking to attractions. Parking was no problem at all. I was comfortable and felt very safe during my stay. I would definitely stay there again on my next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Really appreciate you sharing your experience. Love hearing check-in was smooth and that the place felt safe, bright, and just like the photos. Glad the location and parking made things easy too. We would be more than happy to welcome you back next time you are in town.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful VRBO , very clean and within walking distance to tons of restaurants and shops . The owner was very responsive, I asked a million questions and each was answered promptly .I meant to take a peek at the mattress to see what kind it was. It was incredibly comfortable.Only wish list would be hooks in bathroom and room darkening blinds on the bedroom window.Great Experience and would highly recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Thanks a ton for the awesome review! Sounds like you had a great time, and we’re stoked you loved the spot and the comfy bed. Really appreciate the heads-up about the hooks and blinds too, we’ll keep that on our to-do list. Hope to have you back soon for another stay that’s just as smooth.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph m.

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

Perfect location

The property itself was very nice and spacious. An excellent location to walk to restaurants and attractions in Portsmouth.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
Hi Joseph, Thank you for your kind words about the property and its location. It's wonderful to hear that you found it spacious and well-situated for exploring Portsmouth's restaurants and attractions. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

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

Great location and walking distance to downtown

Spent four nights at this property and loved how quaint and cozy the unit is that we found using Vrbo. Owners were quick to respond to any questions. Had close by parking on the adjacent street and only quick walk to downtown. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2024
Hi Nick, Thank you for your review. It's good to hear that the internet issue was resolved by the next day, though I wish your stay had started off more smoothly. We always strive for our guests to have a seamless experience right from the beginning. If you choose to stay with us again, we'll be dedicated to ensuring a smoother start. Your comfort and satisfaction are important to us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Portsmouth get away

This was a very nice place to stay.... good neighborhood.... convenient to restaurants and shops. Parking was very limited and unfortunately the street out front was under construction all week that started at 7:00 in the morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2023
Hi James, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and found the location convenient. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the limited parking and the construction noise during your visit. We appreciate your understanding, and if you choose to stay with us again, we'll do our best to ensure you have a comfortable and peaceful experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grandmas House

Second time staying at this property. It is a 5 star property. My grandkids think it’s my house. Love the location and the setup. Inside is cozy and comfortable. Need a new cleaning person. No heart in it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2023
Hi Pamela, thanks so much for the kind words. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and we can't wait to have you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrienne M.

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

Great location for New England trip

Overall this place was great to stay at. It was a central to downtown Portsmouth. We chose to walk/drive downtown and easily found parking. The biggest drawback to our trip was the street construction taking place right outside of the building. Also, there a parking spot designate for this rental behind the building that is not listed in the host description. We used this spot and had no issues during our stay. Would recommend this place for travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2023
Hi Adrienne, Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and found our location convenient for exploring downtown Portsmouth. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the street construction nearby, but we always strive to make your stay comfortable despite external factors. We're glad you found the parking spot behind the building useful, and we'll update our listing to include it. Thanks for recommending us! We'd love to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzzanne C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Portsmouth fall

Great location for walking in Portsmouth! Fun stores & great restaurants nearby. Unfortunately the door lock failed 1st day of trip, hard to connect with host for alternative keys. Towels were brand new, still had labels indicating not washed. Sticky substance on kitchen floor & counter on arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2024
Hi Suzzanne, Thank you for staying with us and sharing your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the great location and had fun exploring Portsmouth’s shops and restaurants. I’m really sorry about the lock issue and the housekeeping details, we’ve already taken steps to make sure this doesn’t happen again. We appreciate your feedback and would love the chance to host you again for a much smoother stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Apt is in great location. As a single woman I felt very comfortable walking home from downtown by myself. Very clean. Bed comfortable. A/c terrible. It’s a stand alone unit and is very noisy. I ended up not using it at night. Luckily the weather was cool in the evening so using the fan was ok, but my sleep was disrupted, this is why I gave it a 3-star rating.The manager was prompt to respond, I asked for a minimal refund on Tuesday. It’s Sunday and it’s still ‘under review’.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2025
Thanks for the thoughtful review. We are glad you enjoyed the location, cleanliness, and felt comfortable walking around, and we appreciate the kind words about our teams quick responses. We are sorry the AC was noisy and disrupted your sleep, we know how important that is. Your feedback helps us see what needs attention and we will keep it in mind as we look for ways to improve the stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The unit was very clean and we felt right at home. It’s also within walking distance to everything. One bit a difficulty we had was during the check-in. If I hadn’t read the reviews, I wouldn’t have known that there is a parking spot behind the building. This is helpful as there’s a bunch on construction all around. With that we tried to enter through the back door and there was miscommunication on the correct unit and unit entry code. It’s important to know that you need to enter through the front of the building and navigate through the construction to get in the first time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2023
Hi Lindsey, Thank you for sharing your experience. It's good to know you found the unit clean and conveniently located. We appreciate your feedback on the check-in process and will take steps to improve the clarity for future guests. We value your insights and hope to host you again soon. Safe travels!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Grwat location

The place was clean and the interior newly remodeled. There were four drawbacks. 1. The unit was not close to the water, the pictures showed that. 2. Parking is not convient. 3. There was street construction going on so getting in the front door was not the easiest. 4. The upstairs neighbor could easily be heard walking around and got up around 5 AM On the plus side: Only a couple of blocks to downtown and the interior is like nes.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2023
Hi Dave, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I'm pleased to hear that the cleanliness and recent remodeling of the interior met your expectations. I understand your concerns regarding the distance from the water, parking convenience, street construction, and noise from the upstairs neighbor. We highly value your comfort and overall experience during your stay, and we appreciate you bringing these aspects to our attention. It's great to know that you enjoyed the proximity to downtown. We value your insights as they help us understand our guests' experiences better. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter S.

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

Nicely remodeled and decorated but limited service

Here are the good things about this property: - Recently remodeled - Modern decorations and furnishings - Bedroom is away from street and noise - Located on the West End with easy access to roads in and out of town - Responds to messages Some of the not so good things accounting for the overall rating: - Only one set of towels and not corrected after request - Blind in bedroom broken and so room dark - No living room lamps or floor lamps in bedroom and ceiling lamps only in kitchen - Never did actually have a name for the person(s) renting the property. - Parking nearby is a pain - Back door not keyed like front door - Broken cabinet door in kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2022
Hi Peter, we truly apologize this was your experience. We will take your feedback onboard as we always aim to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Nice place, great location, a bit hard to reach manager

The place is as listed, lovely, next to a park, five or so blocks from the main downtown area. I had some problems with the electronic lock and was unable to lock it and reaching the manager was...difficult. As a result, the front door had to be left unlocked, which was weird. Then there is this weird thing about emptying the trash or getting fined. I practice I got a message for a complicated process to take out the garbage, take the bins to the street and return them...all unreasonable/unacceptable for such an expensive stay. But my overall experience was quite good.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Hi Joel, Thank you for choosing to stay at our property and for sharing your experience with us. We are pleased to hear that you found the place lovely, with its proximity to the park and downtown area. We apologize for the inconvenience you faced with the electronic lock and the difficulty us. We understand how important it is to have a secure and hassle-free stay, and we take your feedback seriously. We will investigate this matter further to ensure it doesn't happen again in the future. Regarding the trash disposal process, we apologize if it seemed complicated or unreasonable. We have strict guidelines in place to maintain cleanliness and uphold the quality of our property. However, we appreciate your feedback and will reevaluate these guidelines to make the process more convenient for our guests. Despite these issues, we are glad to hear that your overall experience was quite good. We value your feedback, as it helps us improve and provide a better experience for our guests. Thank you for choosing our property, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more seamless and enjoyable stay in the future. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please feel free to reach out.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Taraa W.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

The pictures of this apartment are not accurate. There is no central AC and no way to hold widows op

The pictures of this @one bedroom apartment are not accurate in in fully disclosing how minimal and sparse this apartment s features are.. There is NO central AC .. the only AC is a window unit in master bedroom .. the AC in the window is on the ground floor with a parking lot outside the widow and big gappinghss on either side of window AC unit for and or raccoons/ strangers to crawl Into apartment .. I did not feel safe .. There is only a tiny standing fan to cool main kitchen and living room combined areas. I had to hold up living room windows with cutting boards - for ventilation. This property was NOT at ALL as plushy as it was described to be on the VRBO website .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2025
Hi Taraa, Thanks for your feedback. We know this review is from a while back, but we still wanted to take a moment to respond. We’re sorry to hear the space didn’t meet your expectations. The AC setup, including the window unit in the bedroom and the fan in the main area, is included in the listing details and photos, but we understand how comfort preferences can vary from guest to guest. Safety is something we take seriously, and we’ve always made sure the setup is secure. That said, we appreciate the note and have used feedback like this to continue double-checking things and keeping guest comfort in mind. Thanks again for your stay, and wishing you all the best with your future travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

True Gem

Very well appointed , executive condo, absolutely perfect for our stay . Looks nicer and more spacious in person. Very quiet street at night , safe for walking and easy parking across the street. More economical then the pricey hotels in the area and easy walk to everything Portsmouth has to offer. I will def book again in future
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Hi Lynda, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that the condo exceeded your expectations and provided a comfortable and safe stay. It's great that you found the location convenient for exploring Portsmouth. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another enjoyable stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2026
All good on our end. We’re glad the stay went smoothly and appreciate you choosing our place. You’re always welcome back if you’re in the area again.

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