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The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near 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
Reception
Garden
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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314 Court Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Strawbery Banke Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(5 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa 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

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Heart of Portsmouth.With a stay at this Downtown guesthouse, you'll be steps from Strawbery Banke Museum and Market Square. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 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
  • ‪Popovers on the Square - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cup Of Joe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clipper Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Toscana Chophouse - ‬4 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. A complete renovation of The Sailmaker's House was completed in December 2017.

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
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • 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. 54-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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

  • 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 available for USD 51 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 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. 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. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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 4.8 mi (14-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 Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sailmaker's House on Nov 24, 2025 start from $142.49, 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 4.9 mi (10-min drive) from Wallis Sands State Beach and 11.9 mi (18-min drive) from Long 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 Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) and Hampton Beach Casino (26-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.