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The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property
City-center guesthouse, steps from Strawbery Banke Museum

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54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Garden
Reception
54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Step into The Sailmaker's House, where historic charm meets modern relaxation. Unwind with a garden stroll or mountain biking adventure, then treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy games and express check-in.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Mountain biking

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$233 nightly
The total price is $253
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Pillowtop bed
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 150 sq ft
  • 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) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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
Pillowtop bed
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
314 Court Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Prescott Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 36 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 65 min drive
  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Durham Station - 21 min drive
  • Exeter Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hearth Food Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Moose Taphouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gas Light Pizza Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Sailmaker's House

The Sailmaker's House puts you within a 10-minute drive of Market Square and Water Country. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite mountain biking. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
    • Free offsite parking within 100 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1800
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 54-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Travel crib

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 51 per night

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Sailmaker's House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sailmaker's House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Sailmaker's House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Sailmaker's House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sailmaker's House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Sailmaker's House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) and Hampton Beach Casino (26-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Sailmaker's House and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as mountain biking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does The Sailmaker's House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around The Sailmaker's House like?

The Sailmaker's House is in Downtown, a short 1-minute walk from Market Square and 3 minutes' walk from Strawbery Banke Museum. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Sailmaker's House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Bed
Restaurant
Downtown
Parking
Coffee
Bathroom
Lobby

What guests liked

  • The property offers convenient and private on-site parking. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location, beautiful artwork, convivial sunroom
Joanne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Enjoyed location and easy check in
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location. Comfortable bed. Very clean.
Jack, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very cute in and very clean! Loved the location will defiantly stay there again!!
MaryEllen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Flawless! Excellent communication, friendly staff, beautiful and comfortable accommodations. Perfect location. Would absolutely stay here again.
Christina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved this property. It's quaint and cozy, the location is excellent, communication was superb (maybe excessive for some).
TINA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We stayed at The Sailmaker’s House for 1 night while in town for our son’s college orientation at UNH. We wanted to stay somewhere that was within walking distance to everything Portsmouth has to offer and this fit the bill. The building is beautiful and the rooms are comfortable, updated and very clean. A small group of older people were also staying there and had some pre-dinner wine together in the lovely sitting room near the lobby. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Jami, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Only a short stay but would definitely return
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great
Rodney, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a suite and found it to be a very comfortable room for our four day stay. The hotel is charming and the staff is very very kind. It’s clean and extremely quiet. The bed was super comfortable.! loved it!
Cynthia, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, walkable town, very cute and clean hotel
Zhanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Only stayed one night. Lovely stay - would book again.
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really excellent place to stay
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly and helpful staff. Quaint location and walkable to everywhere in Portsmouth.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

My stay at Sailmakers House was perfect. The room was immaculate, cozy, and welcoming. The amenities were on point and the communication with staff was very easy and accessible. Also the location couldn’t have been better. Right in the heart of Portsmouth, easy walking distance to everything.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location was absolutely perfect! Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, the restaurants, shops and attractions were within easy walking distance. The room was spacious, clean and included all the modern amenities despite the old world rustic charm of the building. I really appreciated the fully stocked beverage bar downstairs for my late night cup of tea and early morning coffee. The host was responsive and helpful with all my questions and special needs. I will definitely be returning for my next visit!
Danielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was a great little Inn. It had nice amenities and was very comfortable.
Becky, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet but close to everything!
dianne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would absolutely stay again should the need arise! Place was great!
barbara, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place. We were in room 8 which was a big, one bedroom. The place was very clean and they have a great drink and snack bar in this unique hotel. The room was huge and has a great balcony off the bed room. We were there in February so it was really quiet. Lots of great restaurants blocks away. Highly recommend this place.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location in a historic house (built in 1800). Very comfortable, clean and enjoyable.
Ethan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

You won’t regret staying at Sailmaker’s!

Loved this hotel! Location: Super close to everything, yet far enough away to feel peaceful. Parking: Private lot outside the door! Room: PERFECTION. Loved the decor, super comfy bed, modern and clean bathroom. Extras: Snacks and beverages throughout the day in the lobby. Loved the soaps and hair products.
Savannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

No easy parking if you’re getting in later, but it was wonderful none the less. Would definitely stay again.
Kristen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, quiet, small number of guests, easy walking distance to both dining reservations. Friendly staff. Will go again.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very welcoming environment, love the coffee and snack options. Very convenient to all Portsmouth has to offer. Looking forward to a return stay!
Christine, 3-night trip