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Martin Hill Inn
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Welcome to our Portsmouth bed and breakfast where refreshments and snacks await you upon check in. We will settle you into your room, help with restaurant reservations and provide you information on all the wonderful sights to see and things to do in Portsmouth, NH.
Shown here is a portion of the perennial gardens that cover much of the property. The winding stone path leads to the parking lot beyond the salt box-style garden shed. Chairs and tables in the garden provide a lovely spot to share a glass of lemonade or some wine and cheese before heading to town for dinner.
Do you love to curl up and read? You are going to love the sitting room attached to the Sea Witch Room. There is a cozy love seat waiting for you and your favorite book or newspaper. The bathroom is visible at the further end of the sitting room and contains an old-fashioned clawfoot soaking tub with european style hand-held shower. The step-down sitting room contains an oversized loveseat with thick cushions and plenty of pillows for curling up with your loved one and a good book. There is also a slant-top desk and chair for writing a quick postcard home or you can start your memoir if you like! This room has a private, en-suite bath with a clawfoot soaking tub and hand held shower. It is located on the second floor of the Guest House.
Whether traveling with friends or just the two of you, the sunny three season porch is a great place to relax with a glass or wine or cold lemonade. Some guests return to this room year after year. The bedroom has a king-size bed as well as an antique mahogany writing table and chair. The adjoining sitting room, which opens onto the porch, is furnished with wicker chairs and coffee table.
Relax in this light and airy room on the second floor of the main house. The aromas of breakfast will waft upstairs and wake you to a beautiful day.
The writing desk of one of our most popular guest rooms provides plenty of room for you to record your vacation experiences or write an old fashioned "wish you were here" post card to a loved one.
Our newly decorated Dashing Wave room features soft sage greens and sumptuous browns.
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $210
, - Reviews 15
- Rooms 7
Inn's website-
Address
404 Islington Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801-4208
USA - Phone+1-603-436-2287
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Portsmouth's first bed & breakfast has been welcoming guests from around the world since 1978. Our guests enjoy choosing from our seven unique rooms located in two 19th century houses connected by a brick and gravel walkways through our lush water and perennial gardens. You can walk 10 minutes to downtown Portsmouth's many attractions including restaurants, boutiques, historic homes & waterfront. For on-line availability and booking, please visit our website.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 15 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
5 out of 5Excellent place to stay
October 14, 2012
The place was lovely. The innkeeper (Margot) was so nice and dedicated. Breakfast was spectacular. I would strongly recommend this place is you want to have the whole New England experience.
4.8 out of 5Close to Everything & Quiet and Serene
October 02, 2012
We stayed in the Cathedral Room in the main house and it was a treat to return to at day's end. The breakfast was delicious and we were given excellent recommendations for places to eat for lunch & dinner. Worth a return trip!
4.0 out of 5Wonderful Atmosphere
February 06, 2012
Very quaint and classic inn. Wonderful homemade breakfast with a welcoming atmosphere. great location, few miles from downtown Portsmouth. Recommend to all who need a quiet getaway.
2.8 out of 5Purposeful
February 06, 2012
Small room, tiniest bathroom ever served a purpose -- a good night's sleep and a safe, clean place to stay as we explored charming Portsmouth. The price was right and breakfast yummy. We will return to this beautiful area.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Margot Doering
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Spanish
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $210
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $210
Cathedral
One of our most requested rooms for romantic escapes, this large second floor room has a canopy bed with English bed dressings. The wide pine board floor is original to the house. Furnishings include an antique English mahogany armoire, mahogany writing table with century series chair and antique lamp stands. A camelback loveseat and wingback chair provide ample room for relaxing with a good book.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactTyphoon
This light, airy, second floor room has a four-poster bed, antique armoir and a writing table. Relax in the two wingback chairs under ample lighting for reading or writing home. The wide pine board floor is original. Guests keep returning to this room for the elegant quality created by the Williamsburg wallpaper. The private bath has an oversized shower stall.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactRanger
The easy first floor access welcomes our guests to this large, formal, room with two antique mahogany beds and a large armoire. Whether you are writing a post card home at the antique writing desk with a mahogany shield back chair or relaxing on the love seat or wingback chair, this spacious room is sure to please. The twin bed, in addition to the queen bed, is perfect for friends traveling together.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen, 1 Twin
Contact for Availability ContactDashing Wave
This sunny second floor, corner room in the Guest House has an iron and brass bed, a large closet and lovely sitting area. The traditional painted wood floors were discovered in a recent re-modeling. The private bath has a stall shower.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactSea Witch
This lovely second floor room in the Guest House contains a wooden spindle bed, but it is the sitting area and enamel claw foot tub with European hand-held shower that draw guests to this room time and again. The overstuffed loveseat and a Governor Winthrop secretary desk make the sitting area the perfect place to relax with a book or start writing your memoir.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactNightingale
A formal, first floor room in our Guest House, the room has a colonial decor with oriental accents. The room contains a king size bed, antique mahogany armoire, sofa, writing table and chair, and plenty of reading light. The private bathroom has a stall shower.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactNoonday
Our most popular room from spring to fall, this first floor room in the Guest House has a beautiful bed hanging framing the king-size bed. There is a writing desk and an Empire style bedside table. The adjoining sitting room with two arm chairs opens into the private solarium and entrance overlooking the water garden. Relax with friends in the solarium before going to dinner.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 4-6 pm Check Out: 10:30 am
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Minimum Stay: Call for availability
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Deposit Amount Required: Deposit of 1 night, or 50% for a stay of 4 nights or more, due at booking
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Cancellations: When you book a room with us, we make a commitment to you and you make one to us. Unlike hotels, we do not overbook. The Inn will make a full refund of deposit, less a $20 processing fee, if the cancellation is made with a minimum 14-day advance notice. If a full or partial cancellation is made with less than 14 days notice, the deposit will be returned (less the $20 fee) if the Inn can rent the room for the period canceled. If the room is not rented, the deposit shall be retained. If a reservation is cancelled within 24 hours before the scheduled check in, the guest is responsible for full payment of the reservation, less any nights that the Inn successfully re-books.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: bring your own
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Drinks Available: No
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$125 - $210
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 15 Reviews
4.3 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
5 out of 5Excellent place to stay
October 14, 2012
The place was lovely. The innkeeper (Margot) was so nice and dedicated. Breakfast was spectacular. I would strongly recommend this place is you want to have the whole New England experience.
4.8 out of 5Close to Everything & Quiet and Serene
October 02, 2012
We stayed in the Cathedral Room in the main house and it was a treat to return to at day's end. The breakfast was delicious and we were given excellent recommendations for places to eat for lunch & dinner. Worth a return trip!
4.0 out of 5Wonderful Atmosphere
February 06, 2012
Very quaint and classic inn. Wonderful homemade breakfast with a welcoming atmosphere. great location, few miles from downtown Portsmouth. Recommend to all who need a quiet getaway.
2.8 out of 5Purposeful
February 06, 2012
Small room, tiniest bathroom ever served a purpose -- a good night's sleep and a safe, clean place to stay as we explored charming Portsmouth. The price was right and breakfast yummy. We will return to this beautiful area.
5 out of 5Two Fiddlers have taken their annual winter R&R at this great B&B for over15 years!s
January 07, 2012
Charming rooms, very accommodating hostess, delicious breakfasts with local foods as much as possible and great conversations. We love to walk, often hiking through the snow around Odiorne Point in the afternoon before our arrival at the Inn where we are greeted with a hot cup of tea and homemade cookies. Conversation abounds of the latest movies and books and happenings in the port city of Portsmouth. Margot is a great resource for culture and dining options; she truly listens to our interests and needs, always making our stay like a home away from our home in Canterbury, NH.
5 out of 5The best jumping station to the north
December 04, 2011
We've stayed twice in this lovely inn in the past year, and our opinion hasn't changed - it's a gem. The rooms are big and well furnished, the dining room filled with antiques, good coffee at all hours, and a most welcoming landlady. We'll pick this inn again whenever we're in the region.
4.0 out of 5Excellent base in Porsmouth
October 06, 2011
A great & convenient place to stay for exploring Portsmouth. Welcoming staff. Clean rooms - great value. Lovely breakfast. Knowledgeable hosts. All we could have wished for.
3.6 out of 5Charm, charm, charm
August 01, 2011
The ambience was one of total relaxation. Beautifully appointed rooms and an innkeeper who worked at making our weekend comfortable.
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Location
Location Type
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Downtown
City - Boston
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Distance to city: 55 miles
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Directions to property:
From Boston: I-95 North to exit 6 - Portsmouth. Right on Woodbury Ave 1/2 mile to stop sign. Right to traffic light. Left on Islington St 2/10 mile to Martin Hill Inn.
Airport
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Manchester, NH (MHT) 50 miles
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Directions to property:
60 mins- Route 101 East to I-95 North. Take exit 6. Right onto Woodbury Ave, then 1/2 mile to stop sign. Right to traffic light. Left onto Islighton St. Martin Hill Inn is 2/10 mile on the right.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Ocean
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Downtown Shops + Resteraunts
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Odiorne State Park
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Billiards
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Boating
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Cross-country ski trails
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Kayaking
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Gardens
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Antiques/decor
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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Amenities Basket
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Board games
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Telephone
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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Desk
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Hairdryer
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Wi-Fi
Other
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I-Pod Docking Stations
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Seasonal Garden Seating
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 8:00 - 9:00 AM
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Allergen-Free
Recipes
Dessert
Martin Hill Inn Baked Pears
Serves: 4
Prep time: 35Molasses Cookies
Serves: 24
Prep time: 30 -
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