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The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Market Square

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The Sailmaker's House

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Garden
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The Sailmaker's House

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
314 Court Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
  • Popular LocationMarket Square1 min walk
  • Popular LocationStrawbery Banke Museum3 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Music Hall5 min walk
  • AirportBoston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)64 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2)

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3)

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

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

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5)

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6)

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8)

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (1)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (1)

  • 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) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Heart of Portsmouth.With a stay at this Portsmouth guesthouse, you'll be steps from Market Square and Governor John Langdon House Museum. Strawbery Banke Museum and Portsmouth Athenaeum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 3 min walk
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 4 min walk
  • The Music Hall - 5 min walk
  • Water Country - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Moose Taphouse - 5 min walk
  • Starbucks - 5 min walk
  • Hearth Food Garden - 3 min walk
  • The Works Bakery Cafe - 4 min walk
  • The Rusty Hammer - 2 min walk

About this property

The Sailmaker's House

3.5-star guest house near Market Square
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Sailmaker's House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Portsmouth guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1800
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Sailmaker's House offers 10 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Portsmouth guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Yard

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 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

  • No pets 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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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
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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is The Sailmaker's House to the airport?

The Sailmaker's House is 6.7 mi (13-min drive) away from the Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sailmaker's House?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sailmaker's House on May 9, 2024 start from $167.49, excluding 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.

Does The Sailmaker's House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sailmaker's House.

How close is The Sailmaker's House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 16 mi (21-min drive) from Hampton Beach and 11.7 mi (20-min drive) from Short Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sailmaker's House offer free breakfast?

The Sailmaker's House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Sailmaker's House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Casino Ballroom (21-min drive) and Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at The Sailmaker's House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Sailmaker's House have a pool?

The Sailmaker's House does not have a pool.

Does The Sailmaker's House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Sailmaker's House to downtown Portsmouth?

The Sailmaker's House is 0.5 mi away from Portsmouth.

The Sailmaker's House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 274 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No easy parking if you’re getting in later, but it was wonderful none the less. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

The Sailmaker’s House was a very nice, quaint place to stay for our weekend away in Portsmouth. Super clean and quiet..very happy with everything!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sailmaker’s House is in a perfect location near lots of great food, near Market St if you want that, but also easy to avoid the crowds and walkable to lots. Loved this location. Well decorated, comfortable common spaces. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the uniqueness and charm. No fridge for insulin though, but I made do. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best location for walking!
Perfect location. Staff was not onsite but available and super responsive by phone. Our room was comfortable and well-appointed. Charming, and still up-to-date.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great walkable location and very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. Room clean, spacious. Fortunate to have a parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023