The rooms are very clean and the grounds are beautiful. Close to many beaches, towns and…read morerestaurants. However we were not told there were weddings booked for both Friday and Saturday! We could not enjoy the lawn area or the restaurant. And the noise level due to DJ and bands made our evening here disappointing. They were not the peaceful enjoyable time we had planned for. They should warn guests about this prior to booking! Very disappointing! It's almost 10 PM and the loud band is still playing !!

What an amazing spot! We come back year after year and there's a reason why! Every room has a…read moregorgeous view of the ocean. Peaceful little island with very friendly staff! The food is amazing at the restaurant and at the deck down at the marina (get the tuna poke bowl)! The bikes are fun to take to explore the island...highly recommend this hidden spot which is close to the busy town of York and the beaches!

This beautifully restored inn has a wonderful high tea. So happy that we discovered it. Their…read morescones were baked to perfection and the variety and flavor of tea sandwiches was outstanding, . We go to high tea for my birthday every year, in the past we enjoyed high tea at the Four Seasons in Boston and at the Boston Public Library. This high tea compares favorably to both, and is so much closer and more convenient. Delighted to learn that they offer high tea all year, even in the dead of winter, from Thurs - Sun. We will definitely return.

Afternoon tea with Ryan as host and Caroline in the kitchen was a perfect way to treat my…read moretea/scone-loving friend on her birthday. The attentive restoration of the historic home reflects an appreciation for comfort, character, and charm. Obviously, time spent around the table enjoying good food and great conversation is a value this team believes in. Well done!

I wish I could give the Seafarer less then one star! My wife and I made a huge mistake by booking…read morethis place! The shack they gave us was the size of a out house and it was filled with spiders and insects. We left after 10 minutes of being there! I can't imagine anyone could give this place a good review. All the furnishings looked as if it came from the local dump! We couldn't get a refund and that ruined our weekend! If nothing else we learned a lesson to read as many reviews as you can on a room. We will never go back to those crack shacks!

So I booked a room thinking this was a nice cozy place to stay based on the description and the…read morepretty name...but then I read the reviews about it. All bad reviews saying it's a private owned place and it's shack your staying in. What a scam. Who wants to travel far and stay there? So I cancelled my stay and asked for a full refund. They wouldn't approve because of there policy but then why is there a request to to refund and it's privately owned so they could return the money they just won't cause there assholes. Make sure you all read reviews about a room before you book it. I learned the hard way. A privately owned shack doesn't deserve a name like seafarer inn.

I booked a semi-minute trip for my family & dog Aug 25th as I had previously stayed at Doug's…read moreDowntown Portsmouth apartment/hotel, and it was exceptional. I failed to see that Doug had sold the place when I initially booked the stay. That being said, the new owner and "manager" need to brush up on their customer service skills pertaining to travel and basic human interpersonal skills. Prior to arrival, I double-checked to make sure my early check-in which I paid a fee for was OK as the receipt is auto generated and showed a check in time of 4pm. The manager replied yes they could do that for me, I mean I paid for it they weren't doing me a favor. I also asked for 2 extra blankets because the area can be cold at night. Those blankets were not in the room as requested (even though staff were in the room when we arrived to make sure everything was perfect) and confirmed they would be. Next, the guests next door who arrived mid-week had 2 dogs (think the hotels policy is 1 dog for that unit but hey I'm not the manager) and he had them off leash running around the property with one charging right up to my dog each time he was near, my dog is currently ill and was not feeling this unwanted behavior. The owner was chatting with this guest upon arrival as he walked the property with the dogs running freely. I'm a huge dog lover & even volunteer with a rescue in NY but this was unsafe for the 2 dogs as much as guests. There was a sign at the pool to be safe by closing the umbrellas when you leave. Let's just say no one cared & I was thankful it wasn't windy. Also, the deck to the unit had a huge overgrown plant with tons of bees so if you are allergic, pack your epi-pen. Lastly, the night before we were to leave my mom was walking through the dimly lit kitchen and fell on the 1 stair leading to the living room, she was in so much pain we had to call EMS at 1030pm. They arrived along with a firetruck, and long story short, she was admitted to the hospital in the wee hours and had surgery the next day then transferred to acute rehab Labor Day through the next week. The following morning I informed the manager of the incident (as no one seemed aware there was an emergency situation on their property) who was distracted and half listening to me until I mentioned I was looking to stay longer but the site is wanting me to book as new guest and asked if she can extend my reservation. She seemed pleased to tell me it would cost the holiday rate which was about $2000 for Sat-Mon but due to this unexpected emergency, I had limited options due to the holiday weekend already started, needing housing that allows dogs & being 4.5hrs from home. When we left Monday, we had some down time waiting for my mom to discharge so I sent an email to the property to let them know we relocated to another hotel but it was shocking that no one checked to see how my mother was doing. She is a healthy woman who fell on their property requiring urgent surgery the next day. The responses were so lacking. The manager seemed to be full of excuses, covering herself, condescending as I have a hugh emotional intelligence and still not one inquiry about my mothers well-being. I work in healthcare and always joke "I have seen it all" well after this stay I truly have! I do hope the staff accept my recommendation to take some customer service classes and to ensure that the property rules are followed. Do yourself a favor, stay elsewhere to enjoy Rye & the surrounding areas.

Thank you so much for restoring this classic. Amazing location. My family lived right down the…read morestreet in this little slice of heaven for decades. Directly across the street from the ocean. Amazing night star sky, you can hear the ocean if you open your window, fog horn from the light house if you are lucky. After 9pm this part of town goes dark and is VERY quiet. Odiorne to the left, Wallis Sands to the right. Mermaids come out at night and build rock cairns down at the tide pools. Clean air, relaxing and NH crusty. Stayed for 3 nights recently. Room is clean, spacious, well appointed and provisioned. Great local vibe. Doug has done an amazing job, this was not easy to get to this point.

1st time here and such a awesome place. Great renovatiin, attention to detail. Location is…read moreperfect. You have to be some type of person to come here and not just see simplicity, elogance and beauty in one space.

My wife and I just finished a wonderful winter escape at the Blue - Inn on the Beach for our…read moreanniversary. The drive to Plumb Island through Newburyport was the perfect introduction to our romantic, north shore getaway. Being from Phoenix, we look forward to our cold, winter adventure each year and neither of us had been anywhere north of Boston before. Before our arrival, communication with the Blue was informative and hand a personal feel. Obviously, the Blue caters to summer beach-goers, and the reserved parking area near the hotel would definitely be a huge plus for folks competing for parking spots, but in winter, there are very few people or cars on the entire island. The Blue is a quaint little hotel nestled on the beach in a neighborhood of New England beach homes. We were happily greeted at the front desk by Blue staff and the General Manager. They tendered to our every need and surprised us with a fabulous fruit and chocolate anniversary gift waiting for us in the room. The room was beautiful with a classic and modern beach feel. Sliding glass doors open up to a wooden deck with a fabulous view of the Atlantic Ocean. We could hear the crashing waves while sitting inside beside the gas fireplace to read. It was magical! Also magical was the bed! We haven't slept that well in years! The bed was so comfortable and my wife loved the pillows so much that she bought the very same ones for home the day we returned. And don't forget the two hot tubs! There is nothing quite as enjoyable as relaxing in a steaming, bubbling hot tub while it's snowing all around you. Honestly, the "hot tubs available" filter was probably what highlighted the Blue to me during my search for this trip. One hot tub is on the second floor deck, overlooking the beach and the second is hidden under the pine trees at the end of a short sidewalk across the street from the main building. Both were large enough for probably 6 people, clean and well maintained. Again, it was February so we had them all to our crazy selves the whole week. The beach is beautiful! There is direct, private access from the second floor of the Blue, via a wooden boardwalk. The beach is sandy with very few rocks. I didn't see any seaweed or anything washing up on shore, but it was February, so I didn't expect to see a whole lot of anything living coming out of the water. Every morning we enjoyed a beautiful sunrise over the ocean while we drank some local coffee delivered direct to the room. Oh yeah, breakfast! Each morning the staff dropped off and adorable wicker basket with fresh, local breakfast offerings plus that wonderful carafe of coffee. We had different breakfast each day, to include quiche, overnight oats, fresh fruit, biscuits, and bacon. Just the right amount for the two of us and we couldn't wait to see what breakfast surprise would arrive each morning. Although Plumb Island may feel remote from the business of the Boston-metro area, the location was great for dipping down to Salem without hitting any traffic, or popping up to New Hampshire for a sleighride through the forest. One morning, after a small nor'easter blew through, our SUV got stuck in the parking lot snow. No worries! The General Manager of the Blue came out to hail down a plow and personally helped push us out. Now that's service! Overall, I would wholeheartedly recommend the Blue -Inn on the Beach to anyone looking for a romantic beach getaway. If you're looking for a less Metropolitan vacation with the proximity to get to Boston in under an hour, the Blue can't be beat. We will definitely be coming back. Maybe even in the summer next time!

Beautiful rooms close to UNH. Family feel not like a chain hotel. Good breakfast. Clean and private…read morebaths. Highly recommended!

From the owner: A family owned and operated bed and breakfast and extended stay Victorian home with period…read morefurnishings. Featuring seven bedrooms most with private baths, affordable rates, complimentary Wi-Fi, separate fully equipped kitchen with laundry facilities for longer term guests. Breakfast served in our formal dining room. Conveniently located within 1 mile of the University or New Hampshire campus on the bus route with sidewalks to town.

Stayed during the middle of the week to celebrate my anniversary. Check-in/check-out was painless…read more They also had complementary snacks for us! Other good things: The bathroom was spacious. The bed was comfy. The parking was easy and close. All around good stay.

Great location relative to downtown Portsmouth, Prescott Park, Strawberry Bank. Great historic…read moreproperty. Comfortable well appointed room. Communication was clear and clear effective. Check in very easy.

My boyfriend and I stayed here on Valentine's Day as a quick overnight getaway. We stayed in the…read moreHarbor Hill Inn. On arrival, it was easy to find, but parking was not. We, as long as others, were doing laps around the main lot and the mini lot for the Harbor Hill Inn trying to find a spot. We ended up having to park on the street because there were not enough spots at Harbor Hill. When checking in, we were told there are enough spots for each room, yet the lot for our Inn was completely full. We were also told that if we found a spot, we shouldn't move the car. We wanted to explore the area more, so we did have to leave, it is odd to me that an Inn doesn't have a better parking situation for Inn patrons. We thought it would be fun to go to the pub for apps and a drink before our dinner reservation at the main restaurant. Unfortunately, we were met with an hour long wait for 2 at the pub. I do find it interesting when an Inn doesn't open up reservations or spots for their own guests to dine, rather than locals. When we did go to our dinner reservation, we had a nice time. Our waiter was helpful. When the food came, they brought out a wrong dish. The boy that brought it out told us he wished we said something before he put it on the table because now the dish couldn't be used. We weren't able to tell it wasn't the right dish until it was in front of us.... we then waiting 15 minutes for the right food to come out. Our waiter had them remake my meal as well since it got cold, which was nice. The food was great once we finally had it. They also comped 50% of the wrong dish which was also nice. After dinner we had drinks and headed back to our room to go to bed. A phone call woke us up. It was the front desk; they told us that "Someone came into the lobby furious that our room is being so loud. They said that last night, this morning and this evening we have been ridiculously loud." I told the person on the other line that we have been asleep in bed, and we only checked in this evening. I find it curious that the front desk wouldn't look who was in the room and if we had even been there the day prior. Then, instead of offering an apology, they said "well do you hear any noise?" I said earlier the room next to us was making some noise but nothing like they are describing. They then said, "well which side, right or left?" I said I do not know I need to go back to bed. Pretty unbelievable, and something that hasn't even happened to me at a cheap hotel. I wish I walked away feeling better about our stay, but it is in a beautiful location...

I feel as if this should have been a much better experience but it satisfied the needs of grabbing…read morea room on the coast with a view and an experience. The room was small for the price but again, I knew we would pay a little more for an INN in York Maine but it was still a little small with a VERY small shower. But there definitely have been a few upgrades to the room we were in. Also there was a cool fireplace with a instafire log in there to use if wanted. The breakfast in the morning was not that great outside of the coffee and eggs ... so we weren't that impressed with that. The service was great though as they were attentive and super nice at every turn while we were there and made it a much more memorable stay. So, if you are looking for a basic place to lay your head then this will suffice but if you are looking for a luxurious INN stay, look around!

Seaglass is first class vacation destination. Pool and clubhouse you can't find anything…read morecomparable in the area.

Lovely place with two bedroom cottages - we stay here often and enjoy it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!read more