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The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Market Square

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54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Garden
Reception
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
The Sailmaker's House blends historic charm with modern amenities. Visitors can enjoy the garden or go mountain biking. Afterward, a rejuvenating massage awaits. Rooms offer WiFi, and games and express check-in enhance the stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (1)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (9)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (9) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (9)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
314 Court Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Prescott Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hearth Food Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Popovers on the Square - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rusty Hammer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clipper Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Sailmaker's House

Guesthouse remodeled in 2017 and located near Market Square
Located close to Strawbery Banke Museum and Seacoast Repertory Theatre, The Sailmaker's House provides a garden, an arcade/game room, and a snack bar/deli. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking at this guesthouse. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 54-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and travel cribs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Mountain biking

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1800
  • Communal living room
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - December 2017
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
For same day bookings made after 6 PM, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 51 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 51 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Sailmaker's House Inn Portsmouth
Sailmaker's House Inn
Sailmaker's House Portsmouth
Sailmaker's House
The Sailmaker's House Guesthouse
The Sailmaker's House Portsmouth
The Sailmaker's House Guesthouse Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sailmaker's House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sailmaker's House?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Sailmaker's House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Sailmaker's House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Sailmaker's House located?

Located in Downtown, this guesthouse is steps from Market Square and Strawbery Banke Museum. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within 5 minutes.

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