luxury real estate for sale Portsmouth, United States

Exceptional residential or investment opportunity in the heart of Kittery Foreside. This spacious farmhouse contemporary is currently under construction and brimming with potential, ready for your finishing touches and design aesthetic. Currently a duplex, the space could be easily converted to a single family residence, multi-generational living or business opportunity. Already completed renovations include all new electrical, plumbing, heating, Anderson windows, doors, insulation, roof, decking, siding and more. Stunning hardwood floors, hand-fired tile, reclaimed wood beams, custom lighting and fine details are found throughout. The main apartment spans over three floors and provides a flexible floorplan consisting of a spacious kitchen area, dining room, living room, and full bathroom on the first level, en-suite guest bedroom on the second level, and a dramatic third floor primary suite complete with vaulted ceilings, bath, walk-in closet and incredible great room with vaulted ceiling and an abundance of windows that provides panoramic views over Wallingford Square. The adjacent one-bedroom apartment provides space for a kitchen and living room in addition to a second level bedroom with en-suite bath, laundry area and farmers porch. An outdoor shed, ample parking and a newly fenced backyard add to its appeal. Step out your door and enjoy fine dining, artisan bakeries, butcher shop, juice bar and Downtown Portsmouth. Come be a part of this thriving community only one hour to Boston. House is incomplete - property being sold as seen. Interior photos embellished for marketing purposes.

One of Kittery's historic homes, this riverfront Colonial, is tucked away on a quiet side street. It has a beautifully updated kitchen with cherry cabinetry and a spacious island, plus a charming office nook. The kitchen opens into a spacious family room with vaulted ceilings, handsome built-ins, and pretty river views. Adjacent to the family room on one side is a 4-season sunroom with attractive marble tile and more river views. On another side, there is a delightful, covered porch that also enjoys views of the Piscataqua River's Back Channel. Additional rooms on the first floor include a guest bathroom with laundry, dining room and a formal living room both with handsome fireplaces and warm natural pine floor. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms. Outside, gardens galore include annuals, perennials, vegetables, and Concord grapes. Also included, is a storage shed, plus an oversized 1-car garage with excellent storage above, and a whole-house generator. Best of all is the 168 feet of river frontage with its deepwater dock ideal for boating adventures and access to the ocean!

Tucked between Spruce Creek and the Piscataqua River's Back Channel, Newson Avenue is a small, peaceful neighborhood...and home to this lovingly restored New Englander (c.1920) with an attached 2-car garage and a smart, stylish ADU (c.2021) on a quarter-acre lot! Its original charm preserved, the 3-bedroom main house lives larger than its ~2,000 SF of space (1,865 SF heated, 167 SF unheated). It exudes earthy tones and textures that will capture your heart...from pine floors and classic millwork to woven shades and crisp plantation shutters. A wraparound 4-season sunporch is ideal for sharing a cup of tea with friends or curling up with a good book. Many evenings have been enjoyed in the main kitchen (renovated in 2016), preparing meals and entertaining as guests relax at the granite peninsula. Note: cooks will appreciate having the purveyors of 'gourmet alley' nearby (~1.5 miles)! A thoughtfully added 672 SF, 1-bedroom ADU offers versatility...reserve for family or guests, or leverage for rental income. Every inch of indoor and outdoor space was carefully considered for efficiency...and its stunning, south-facing stone patio is as functional as beautiful! The lifestyle here is light and breezy to match its coastal setting. Fill your summer days with visits to Kittery Point's Seapoint Beach and Fort Foster (~4 miles), and carefree sidewalk strolls to the popular cafes, restaurants, and shops of Kittery Foreside (~1 mile) and downtown Portsmouth (~2 miles).

Quite simply, unique and truly amazing! This prominent, Colonial-style home sits proudly on a 0.29-acre parcel of land with 282'+/- waterfront on Pepperrell Cove, in a dramatic position to capture exceptional views of Wood Island and Piscataqua River boat traffic between Maine and New Hampshire. Built in 1800 and currently a two-family home with guest cottage, 70 Pepperrell Road, offers direct water access via steps to a tidal beach where you can launch a kayak, canoe, and paddleboard or swim, fish, and more from your own backyard. With over 2,400 square feet of living space on multiple levels, each side features stunning Pepperrell Cove views and access from the main living areas to the picture perfect patio/deck spaces, each private but adjoining, ideal for entertaining guests. Both sides of the home have 2 bedrooms, and the top floor of unit 2 offers a family room with panoramic views of the cove, another splendid place to revel in the unique location. Adding to the alure of this property is the detached 2 bedroom year-round 584 square foot guest cottage with its own private water side patio. With a magical waterfront setting offering footpaths amongst mature shrubs and gardens, lawn areas adorned with beach roses, and multiple parking areas, this property offers enough room for you and your guests to spread out and unwind. This home is located just steps from the town wharf, where you can enjoy local food, coffee, and special events, in the historic village of Kittery Point, home to one of Southern Maine's most scenic coastal drives.

This 12 acre lot offers a rare opportunity to build a private estate home within a 1/2 mile of Rye beaches. Completely surveyed with wetland delimitation and test pit data, this level wooded, bucolic lot is surrounded by mature trees and stone wall boundaries. Potential to place 10 acres in current use to reduce your property taxes. Conceptual plans for a 5 bedroom home are available upon request. This is one of the last properties in Rye of size and entitlements with an added advantage of proximity to downtown Portsmouth and Interstate 95 to Boston and Portland.

Situated between Odiorne Point State Park and Wallis Sands Beach, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home embodies classic coastal living. Step into the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, where vaulted ceilings and a dramatic two-story frontroom flood the space with natural light. The first-floor primary suite offers direct access to a private rear patio, perfect for quiet evenings. An additional bedroom andpowder room complete the main floor. The spiral staircase leads to a versatile loft space, ideal for a home office, cozy lounge, or extra guest sleeping quarters. Outside,the side yard invites gatherings for cookouts, bocce, and badminton while the partial basement provides plenty of space for boards, bikes, and kayaks. Relax with a cup ofcoffee on lazy mornings or unwind in the evening on the covered front porch. With easy access to picturesque beaches and scenic walks, and just a short drive toPortsmouth’s vibrant dining and shopping, this home is your perfect year-round retreat. Move in and embrace the beach lifestyle you've always dreamed of!

Experience 'Lighwater' and its remarkable sense of serenity. Upon arrival one is immediately enveloped by the exquisite, mature setting the owners, landscaping visionaries, have cultivated since 1985. With a wide array of flowers, bushes, water features, bridges, walking paths, a meditation garden, and stunning water views, the 3.73-acre property consists of two distinct buildings that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The home draws inspiration from architect Frank Lloyd Wright and embodies the Art & Crafts home style. It boasts 110 feet of waterfront access and multiple parking areas. The home spans over 2,900 square feet and is characterized by horizontal lines, open floor plans, beautiful Asian-inspired glass windows, and seamless indoor and outdoor space integration. A generous foyer, an eat-in kitchen with a center island, a spacious dining room, a wide-open living room with a two-story ceiling, mezzanine, and a wonderful wood-burning fireplace are featured. Beyond the living room is a wrap-around heated sunroom with marvelous views and access to the stone patio and river-side gardens. The first floor includes an in-home office and/or hobby/sewing room, a laundry room, and a full bath. Upstairs are two primary bedroom options, both sharing a tiled full bath. Additionally, there is a spacious flex room with a private staircase from the foyer. The property includes a significant carriage building, suitable for an on-site business, that offers finished open space with lovely views of the river and woods along with a large two-car garage below. The unfinished basement in the main house contains a utility area. Some updates to the property include a wall-hung hot water furnace, a septic system, a newer roof, and fully mature landscaping. Relax deeply into the joy, pleasure, and tranquility of this extraordinary home on Mast Cove, just west of South Eliot, minutes to downtown Portsmouth and Seacoast area beaches and amenities.

A quiet location in Eliot with quick access to Portsmouth, Kittery, local area beaches and restaurants, this immaculately maintained 3+ bedroom home is ideal for people seeking easy living. Originally built in 1990, the raised ranch was remodeled in 2000 with the addition of a spacious attached 2 car garage with bright, open kitchen above. Complete with stainless appliances, granite counters and large center island, the kitchen also offers a breakfast nook with caladium window, two pantry closets and separate laundry space. Off the kitchen is the formal dining area which leads to the living room with lovely window seat for taking in the view of the backyard. Three bedrooms and 1 full bath round out the main level of the home. The daylight lower level has an in-law suite with kitchenette area, family room, separate bedroom and another full bath. The other side of the lower level is home to a handy workshop. A bonus four season sunroom is off the rear of the garage which is kept quite cozy in the winters with a pellet stove. Situated on 2.36 acres, the sprawling property is beautifully landscaped with mature trees, shrubs, flowers and has ample room for planting a vegetable garden or installing an in ground pool. Two nicely appointed patios, provide homeowners the ability to enjoy the outdoors and entertain family and friends. This move-in ready home is ready for its new owners to love!

Perfectly nestled in the rear of the neighborhood and featuring a wooded rear yard steps from the kitchen, living room or covered deck, this home is sure to delight. The design of allows for optimal flexibility. The first floor primary bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom has an added bonus room perfect for an office or private den. Utilize this bedroom as designed or as an additional living room, office, or guest room. The kitchen with island flows to the dining and a living room with the option to add a fireplace. The second floor features two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The vaulted ceilings and 2 story staircase yield a sense of grandeur and add to the feeling of spaciousness while the windows and sliding glass door draw your eye to the green space beyond. Outside enjoy the joined backyards connected by walkways organized to develop a sense of community or head across the street to enjoy the options at the Inn at Rye Place, Rye Place Mall, Flighthouse Gym, Southport Kitchen + Bar, Seacoast Climb and New England Pickleball Club with more options still being added. Venturing further, the neighborhood provides quick access to beaches, golf, walking and biking trails, with downtown Portsmouth a few minutes away. If you seek a community designed to foster meaningful relationships, Village at Rye Place awaits. Act Quickly and secure the last unit available this Spring. Anticipated closing May 2025.

Exclusive Gerrish Island residence newly reimagined with sophisticated modernity, uncompromising quality, and thoughtful design elements all with a casual Coastal Maine aesthetic. Replete with all new mechanical components and sleek wood flooring, no detail has been overlooked. Situated on 8.5 peaceful and idyllic acres the landscape incorporates salt marshes, boundless wildlife, Chauncey Creek water frontage and an incredible 150 foot dock perfect for your kayak, paddleboard or short boat ride to nearby Pepperrell Cove and the town docks. With arguably one of the most picturesque vistas along the coast, this 3,200 square foot contemporary residence features a dramatic living room with a wall of glass that frames the breathtaking views of the marshes and ocean beyond. The room offers vaulted ceilings, a massive wood burning fireplace, and doors that lead to the seaside deck with stairs to the waterside bluestone patio. The masterfully crafted high-end kitchen is complete with fine cabinetry, Subzero and Thermador appliances, and an exquisite center island that sets the stage for large gatherings or casual entertaining. The adjacent dining room blends seamlessly with the open concept contemporary design. The primary suite, located in a first level wing, offers a sumptuous spa-like bath with soaking tub perfectly placed to enjoy the view, a tiled shower and spacious walk-in closet and adjoining laundry area. Glass doors lead to the private wrap around deck with peaceful scenic views. At the opposite end of the first floor, French doors lead you from the wood paneled study with fireplace to the solarium family room that is surrounded with windows, enveloping you in nature. A glass paneled staircase leads to the second floor guest bedrooms and full bath. Mature trees, landscaped grounds, semi-circular driveway, paver walkway, a detached garage, and full, unfinished basement complete this home. Walk to nearby Crescent and Seapoint Beaches, Fort Foster, or take a short drive to Kittery Foreside or Downtown Portsmouth from this coveted Kittery Point location. About one hour to Portland's International Jetport or Boston's Logan International Airport.

Perched high above historic Rye Harbor, Sea Watch Cottage combines the vibrant energy of a working fishing port with the tranquil beauty of the coast. Walls of glass frame breathtaking views of bustling boats, set against serene waters that stretch toward the distant Isles of Shoals. As you step from the elevator to the open-concept upper-level living area, you are welcomed with warmth and elegance. Each room has a magnificent view and a seamless connection with the landscape. Its well-equipped kitchen includes a stunning walnut island, ideal for cooking and entertaining, and flows effortlessly into the family room. With beamed ceilings and a fireplace, it offers the perfect backdrop for social gatherings and quiet moments of reflection. The primary suite is a personal sanctuary, featuring two generous walk-in closets and a luxurious soaking tub...a peaceful spot to unwind while enjoying the westerly sun. Home office and studio spaces easily accommodate remote work and creative pursuits, while a three-car garage provides ample room for all your automotive and nautical needs. A shared deep-water dock gives you access to the ocean for boating adventures. At Sea Watch Cottage, every moment is a celebration of waterfront living!

Historically known as Beauport- This unique property has a rich history deeply intertwined with Rye Harbor. Originally built in 1873 as a sheep herding farm, Beauport was repurposed in 1984 to a post and beam Cape Cod style home. Sited above the water line, this exclusive .33 acre property features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, with a charming rustic artisan flow and an oversized two car garage with finished space above. All powered by Solar energy making for very low utility costs. The property's highlights include its incomparable views of the harbor including stunning vistas across the jetty to the isles of shoals and cooling salt marsh views to the south, providing a front row seat to the best nature has to offer. The orientation allows for unobstructed views of fabulous sunrises and sunsets and the vibrant activity of the harbor boat scene, not to mention the four seasons that unfold in front of your eyes. The setting is reminiscent of a bygone era with a working waterfront where the daily catch is brought in and sold at local lobster pounds. Rye is known for its low taxes, beaches, golf courses and proximity to downtown Portsmouth and easy access to Boston and Manchester Airports. Living on Rye Harbor is a lifestyle that rarely becomes available.

Nestled on one of Rye’s most peaceful, stonewall-lined roads, this expertly designed (2014) and custom-built (2015) residence invites you to step into a world of luxury and comfort. A beautifully landscaped front yard and lush, irrigated lawns set the stage for what lies within. The home’s centerpiece is its extraordinary kitchen with oversized granite island, providing functional workspace for food preparation and elevated seating for six while entertaining. Crafted to suit the most discerning home chefs, its highlights include Mouser cabinetry with intelligent features, Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf gas range (six gas burners, flat top grill, dual ovens), Asko dishwasher, two Franke sinks, specialty fixtures (pot filler and instant hot faucets), and a walk-in pantry by California Closets…just steps away from the heated 3-car garage! Soaring ceilings and abundant windows grace the space with natural light, a fireplace adds warmth, and hardwood flooring ties it all together seamlessly. As you explore further, you’ll discover the first-level primary suite. Recently upgraded, this wing includes a large sitting room, from which the primary bedroom, two walk-in California Closets, and primary bathroom are accessed. A large, private office is tucked at the bottom of the staircase leading up to four additional bedrooms, two bathrooms and a front-to-back recreation room with wet bar and deck overlooking the backyard. Outdoor living spaces are just as spectacular, with a scenic pond view, sprawling back lawn, huge patio with built-in firepit, and an open cabana with overhead fan and provisions to add a future outdoor kitchen. Amenities include two laundry areas, lower-level fitness room, standby generator, security system and new shed (2022). Every aspect of this home speaks to luxury and comfort! A wonderful lifestyle, with easy access to Seacoast favorites (1.5 mile excursion to the ocean/beach, 5 miles to Portsmouth) and the vibrant city of Boston MA (60 miles).

Now offered for the first time, this charming 1960's family homestead is perfectly nestled amongst the trees and set back off the road. With just over 1,360 sq feet, this Cape is situated on over 5 acres of pastoral land offering ultimate privacy. The single level home consists of a kitchen, dining room, oversized living room with wood-burning fireplace a bonus den or office, primary bedroom, and full bath. Additionally, there is a two car attached garage, a screened porch off the rear of the home, a full, unfinished walk-out basement, and walk-up attic space for future expansion possibilities. Located on the York side of scenic Bartlett Road, the home is convenient to the center of town, shops and area beaches and is a great commuter location with easy access to Rte 1 and the highway. The property abuts the York Land Trust's Fuller Forest Preserve which offers over 4 miles of hiking and biking trails ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. This is a wonderful opportunity to build sweat equity for a DIY homeowner or bring your builder to transform this home with modern updates.