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The Governor's House

Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Built in 1917, this stately Georgian colonial was the home of NH Governor Charles Dale where, from 1930 to 1964, he welcomed local, national, and international dignitaries. Today the inn offers an atmosphere of casual elegance to discriminating travelers.

Bed and Breakfast Description

Stay with us at the Governor's House and experience the same warm welcome, personal attention and comfortable accommodations offered by Governor Dale to the political and business leaders of his time.

Recently named one of "The 10 Best Small Towns for the Arts in the U.S." (USA Today, 12/14/01) and one of Fodor's "Choice 2002 Destinations" (02/28/02), Portsmouth today offers a rare combination of history and culture, restaurants, theaters and live musical entertainment. The Governor's House bed and breakfast inn is located on a quiet street, a ten minute walk to the center of town and all that Portsmouth NH has to offer.

All four of our guest rooms are individually furnished to ensure an intimate and relaxed environment. All rooms have a private bath, each uniquely decorated with hand-painted tile by a local artist, and:- Queen size beds with down comforter- Frette Italian bed linens, towels & robes- 27" TV with DVD player- Bose Wave Radio/CD player- Air conditioner & ceiling fan

Area Attractions and Activities:

Enjoy the convenience of the Coast Trolley stopping at your front door
Complimentary beach towels and beach chairs
After a full day of tennis, biking and the beach, enjoy a massage in your room (by appointment)
Wallis Sands Beach in Rye, NH
Three challenging and beautiful golf courses
Hiking, boating and biking at Odiorne Point State Park
Fishing and whale watching trips from Rye Harbor State Park
The natural history of the NH seacoast at the Seacoast Science Center
Southern New Hampshire's finest antique shops
The campus of Phillips Exeter Academy
Shopping at 125 factory outlets in Kittery, Maine.
Guided kayak tours of the southern Maine coast and Portsmouth Harbor
The seacoast forts of Portsmouth Harbor
Guided scuba-diving trips around Nubble Lighthouse in York, Maine
U.S. Naval Shipyard Museum and the U.S.S. Albacore Submarine Museum
Southern Maine's finest antique shops
The campus of the University of New Hampshire
The region's center for industry and commerce, the Pease Tradeport

Services:

Private baths, Italian linens, towels & robes, TV/DVD, Wave Radio/CD player, A/C, ceiling fans

Inn Information

Season: All Year
Rates: 175.00 - 245.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 4
With private baths: 4
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Continental plus breakfast
• Wine, tea, chocolate, bottled water, soda, juice

Nearest Airport(s): Manchester, NH

Payment methods accepted:

Restrictions

• Please inquire about our policy regarding children.
• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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