Entire house boat

Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor

Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor

The "Reef" is a newly built 50' houseboat docked at Badgers Island Marina located in Kittery, ME on the Piscataqua River.

The houseboat features a queen bed in both bedrooms . The Master bath has a head and sink while the Main bath has a shower, head and sink. The Galley features a refrigerator, sink and stovetop as well as a Keurig coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and a full set of dishware/utensils.

Also in the Galley is a dinette with seating for 4 as well as the bartop that has seating for 2.

In the salon , 32" flat screen TV and Bluetooth speaker.

On top of the houseboat is a beautiful outside deck where you can enjoy your view of the river while dining at the patio table that offers seating for 4.

On site at the marina is a washroom facility with 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom and coin operated washer and dryer units.

On the marina’s pier there is a full sized grill, picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, etc…

Ice is available for purchase and there is free parking.

All linens and towels are provided for a $40.00 fee.

No pets are allowed - no exceptions.

No smoking is allowed at any time on the boat, including the outside decks.

Please note that the boat does not leave the dock.

Check out our other rentals:
The "Vagabond": Vrbp 490148
The "Island Queen": Vrbo 729333

Property manager

Suzanne Lapierre

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Kittery, ME

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 12 min walk
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 13 min walk
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 14 min walk
  • The Music Hall - 18 min walk
  • Kittery Premium Outlets - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hearth Food Garden - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪River House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gas Light Pizza Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Daniel Street Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Moe's Italian Sandwiches - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor located?

This family-friendly Kittery houseboat is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Warner House and Market Square. Portsmouth Love Wall and Tugboat Alley are also within 15 minutes.

Houseboat located in the beautiful Kittery/ Portsmouth Harbor Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
We loved staying on the house boat! The location was great just a short walk to Portsmouth. We would definitely stay there again it’s so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEANNETTE B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful
It was a wonderful stay on the Reef. We loved sitting on the top deck watching boats go by. Very clean, we may make this a yearly stop for my birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L., Hudson, NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Reef
This is our second time on the Reef and it was perfect! Beautiful accommodations and a stunning view. Couldn’t have been easier, we will be back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I found the space perfect for our getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb.
Great stay. Houseboat was even better than we hoped. Bedrooms, bathrooms, inside, upper deck all super comfortable. View absolutely amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat Getaway
We both loved this experience and plan to visit again !!! The views from the boat were amazing…Great location to walk to dinner , shopping and see live entertainment ! We enjoyed seeing all the boats and took the sunset cruise Will highly recommend this place to friends and family ! Thank you Suzanne ~
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kittery Houseboat
The houseboat was so charming, very clean and just so much fun to spend time on. It included amenities that were above and beyond. Quality beds, bedding, linens, and several other perks. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Reef Houseboat
Very clean, well maintained and cozy. The view was amazing and the location was perfect. Lots of things were in walking distance. Had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely houseboat
Our 2nd stay at this lovely houseboat. Clean, comfortable, and in walking distsnce to all pourtsmouth has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A., Dallas, pa. 18612 USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Staying on the boat is extremely enjoyable, marina is well maintained, personal are knowledgeable and friendly. Portsmouth and Kittery have the best of everything restaurants , shopping etc. Rye beach and York Beach a short drive away. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day weekend
The boat is perfect. I booked the houseboat for my father and I. Just a little weekend fun trip. It’s close to everything. Beds are comfortable and very quiet at night. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat Heaven!
My kids, husband and I loved staying here. The boat was very clean and comfortable, plenty of space for the 4 of us. The location can’t be beat. Sitting on the top deck in the evening was lovely. The Badger Island Marina staff are beyond friendly and wonderful. We loved every single thing about our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The boat was fully equipped with everything that is needed for a weekend event. Loved the area for our first time house boat experience. We had a problem with the electricity and heat which required us to reach out to the emergency text number that was provided. No one got back to us so the night and morning was a bit chilly. The overall experience, we will return!!

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Experience
We could not have been more pleased with our stay at the Reef. The houseboat was amazing; it was clean, spacious and well furnished. The time spent on the top deck was splendid. The location is perfect being close to both Kittery and Portsmouth. We are already talking about our next stay in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great place to stay! Great view of the river, relaxing and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

BRIDGET L.

Houseboat
Great location and beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L., Hudson, NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Wonderful experience on The Reef! Location was amazing, houseboat was beyond my expectations, gorgeous views, exceptionally clean, and great communication with property manager. Only negative was that our two night stay was too short! Will most definitely be back. A++++
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect little spot!
Extremely comfy bright and clean stay in a fabulous location. Loved being able to walk to everything! The houseboat was a perfect spot for 4 of us (2 adults, 2 teens). Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A delight in every way.
This was such a pleasurable experience start to finish! The boat was exactly as described and convenient in walking distance to Portsmouth. The rocking of the boat was gentle and soothing, so fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion S.

Liked: Cleanliness
REEF
We had a marvelous time. Location was great getting around. From the deck we had a great view. I would highly recommend the REEF.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A., Dallas, pa. 18612 USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had perfect week visiting Portsmouth NH. and Kittery Me. Great restaurants, all the very nice shops with all types ot merchandise. We also visited some local historical attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location.
Clean, updated and had everything one needs for a week away. The location was in easy walking distance to Pourtsmouth and the marina was lovely. I was not excited that my husband booked this boat but I was pleasantly surprised. I expected it would be a step above camping but it was better than many hotels and had plenty of hot water for a nice shower. The views of the passing boats and downtown Portsmouth were just awesome. Hope to be back again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie S., NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat
Great time on The Reef houseboat. This was our 5th time on The Reef and will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
A special spot
The Reef houseboat is a really special experience. Perfectly situated with stunning views of Portsmouth and the Piscataqua river. Spotlessly, clean, very comfortably appointed (good bed linens!), and enhanced by the gentle rocking of the tidal current and the lovely deck above. The only snag was that the living room was described as having a pull out sofa, which it does not. Two beds were very comfortable, and an excellent shower given that it’s a boat! We look forward to a chance to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful boathouse - the Reef
Such a wonderful cool and unique experience! We love the ocean and the boat provides all the accommodations you would expect and then some! The roof deck overlooking Portsmouth is amazing with 360 views! We’ll be back! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023