Six-Bedroom Family Retreat Near Portsmouth

Private location but still only 20 min from Portsmouth NH.
6BR but can sleep up to 20 ppl (i.e. private bedrooms + bunk beds, futons, couches, air mattresses etc.)
Finished basement w/bar and 139" screen theater.
Very large outdoor deck w/8 person hot tub.
Large backyard w/games.
Koi pond, woods and walking paths.
Covered patio off from basement for additional activities.
Please inquire with the correct number of guests. Group size impacts pricing.

NO EVENTS OR WEDDINGS

The space

We welcome large groups to our home and kindly ask that you inquire prior to booking if you are expecting groups of more than 16 people. We include an additional fee for larger groups, for insurance and liability purposes, and want to be sure you are able to see the full amount you will be paying prior to booking. Thanks!

Please note: We have DirecTV throughout the house EXCEPT in the theater. You are able to plug a personal device into the theater using an HDMI cable that we provide to stream/watch whatever you'd like.

Great location for private gatherings. Private location (with 5 acres of woods) and a vast outdoor space for lawn games, BBQs, volleyball, horseshoes, cornhole, lounging in hammock, pitching a tent, enjoying a campfire, etc. Paths have been created through the woods with clearing and fountain. There is also a large koi pond and mini-waterfall on the property for quiet reflection. We are 10 miles from the University of New Hampshire and are happy to provide housing for families visiting their kids.

We have often acted as the homebase for bridal parties hosting weddings locally. Here are some of the venues we're closest to:
The Oaks-3.5 miles
Hall at Great Falls-3.8 miles
Rivermill at Dover Landing-5.1 miles
The Red Barn at Outlook Farm-8.4 miles
Three Chimneys Inn-10.4 miles
Note: there are 6 bedrooms and 2 sets of bunkbeds - so a total of 16 people can comfortably sleep in a bed. Additional guests can use sofas, futons, and air mattresses to sleep (which I can provide).

Plenty of towels, bedding, pots/pans for cooking. Additional needs/questions? Just ask.

Aerial video of the property:
Search on Youtube: "dempsey home arial video"

BEDROOM BREAKDOWN:
1: queen bed (master)
2: queen bad (second bedroom)
3: full bed (off master, shares with office)
4: queen bed (third bedroom)
5: queen bed (1st floor, side bedroom, off kitchen)
6: 2 sets of twin beds (4 bunk beds)

WE PREFER TO HOST GUESTS WHO ARE 25 OR OLDER

PROPERTY NOT IDEAL FOR WEDDINGS. PLEASE DO NOT INQUIRE FOR WEDDINGS/RECEPTIONS.

LARGE GROUP POLICY: Per our Airbnb-compliant pricing policy, there are additional guest fees per night for each/additional guest for larger groups

We are pet friendly, so please be sure to include your pets in your inquiry, as the pricing will change to include an additional fee. While we are excited to welcome your fur babies into our home, we ask that guests be sure to clean up after their pets both inside and outside. We also ask guests to keep pets off of all furniture including beds. This makes cleaning easier and also protects future guests with allergies. Lastly, pets (especially dogs) MUST be crated if left alone in the home. If these particular rules are not followed, an additional fee may be added at the end of your stay.

Guest access
Patio/Veranda (below deck)
Bar room (inside)
Theater/bar room (basement)
Kitchen/Dining room
Living room
6 bedrooms
Outdoor deck
8-person hottub
Yard
Firepit
Woods for camping/tents
Koi pond
Gazebo
Internet
Full home stereo system and outdoor stereo system (airplay supported)

Other things to note
This listing is primarily targeted for people in their early/mid 30s-40s looking to find a great place to host a private gathering. No events permitted! No weddings. No vendors.

The home will only sleep 16-20 persons comfortably (5 private bedrooms + 2 sets of bunk beds + various futons/ air mattresses).

One other detail: I do have one fish tank in the house. You are NOT expected to feed the fish.

We are pet friendly, so please be sure to include your pets in your inquiry, as the pricing will change to include an additional fee. WE ONLY ALLOW UP TO 2 PETS DURING YOUR VISIT. While we are excited to welcome your fur babies into our home, we ask that guests be sure to clean up after their pets both inside and outside. We also ask guests to keep pets off of all furniture including beds. This makes cleaning easier and also protects future guests with allergies. Lastly, pets (especially dogs) MUST be crated if left alone in the home. If these particular rules are not followed, an additional fee may be added at the end of your stay.

The hot tub is available year round! We ask that guests be sure to shower prior to using this wonderful amenity, as this ensures the water stays clean and clear. If the hot tub is left in a dirty and messy state, there will be an additional cleaning fee.

The theater is a great space to gather your group together to watch TV or movies. However, we request that guests use the system as is and refrain from moving cords around. The system has been checked prior to your arrival and everything will be working correctly. If you encounter an issue with the theater, please immediately contact the property manager.

Under no circumstances do we allow smoking in the house. Smoking is allowed outside, far away from the entrances and windows of the house. We ask guests to refrain from tossing cigarettes onto the property.

NO LARGE EVENTS PERMITTED. NO VENDORS ALLOWED ON SITE.

NB: Reservations consisting of greater than 12 persons will be asked to sign a separate rental agreement which simply enforces the house rules, as specified in this rental listing.