A recent article in the Portsmouth Herald listed the 23 lodging properties in the downtown area in order of number of rooms. And we are proud to say that we finished dead last. Yep, we’re the smallest lodging property in … Continue reading
Stay at a big hotel, and picking a room is a snap. “King or queen” is most of your decision. Easy peasy. We have six distinct rooms. All have a king or a queen, shower, fridge, wifi, hair dryer, and … Continue reading
I am an optimist. My window shows our new snow depth gauge standing proudly above a few inches of decorative snow. Do I worry that at this time last year the ground was bare? No. Do I think that … Continue reading
I am like my Dad in that I am quite disinclined to boast, but I think in this case I just need to suck it up and…. TA DAH !!! For those of you not familiar with the venerable traditions … Continue reading
The calendar says its spring, being March 26th. The thermometer says its spring, being 47 out. The weather says its spring, with what could pass for an April shower coming down. Just wish the view out my window would get … Continue reading
I will make a confident guess that not many of you can think of great reasons to come visit the fair city of Portsmouth on a weekday during our winter season. The Piscataqua is fast asleep under its shrink wrap, … Continue reading
Hi! The summer season rolled in like high tide. It did not wait for me. Truly – it has been a very successful and rewarding first summer season. But, it was so busy, I had to put aside my long … Continue reading
It just keeps getting better and you have more reasons to fall in love with Portsmouth than ever before. What am I talking about? Restaurant Week, of course. Only twice a year can you enjoy a three course meal at … Continue reading
Honestly, I have not painted since I was in elementary school (except one attempt at watercolors with my aunt about a decade ago). So when I decided to try out the “Art With a Splash” shop on State Street in … Continue reading
As the owner of a romantic B&B in a town with loads of great restaurants, I am often asked about where to have dinner in Portsmouth for a special occasion. I am always happy to recommend Ristorante Massimo because it … Continue reading
