
House holiday rentals in Portsmouth
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Mason Manor - Downtown Smithfield next to WCP
Historic Smithfield 233 S Mason Street 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath Located in the heart of historic Smithfield boasts old world charm and character with a touch of today’s conveniences. The living room has gas fireplace for cool evenings & leads to dining area & updated fully equipped kitchen. The full bath is updated with jetted tub. Front porch swing for relaxing and back deck for entertainment. Windsor Castle Park just steps away. Located just around the corner from restaurants, shopping & more.

Mid-Century Modern Old Town Portsmouth 3bd/2.5 bth
In the heart of Colonial Portsmouth, VA, on a quiet one-way street -- nestled among homes that date back to the American Revolution & Underground Railroad -- you have found this unique gem... classic and unassuming on the outside, newly rebuilt and designed within. Glasgow Modern, the perfect home-away-from-home. Adjacent to an amazing park, blocks away from the water. We live here 6 months of the year, so the house has everything you need. Dine, Play, Explore, Enjoy... Our home is your home!

Penny’s Palace 1 Bed/1 Bath Home
Welcome to Penny’s Palace! A charming home nestled in quiet community of Portsmouth, VA. Entire home for you with sectioned off suite and bathroom. Penny’s Palace is vibrant & elegantly furnished yet practically designed to sleep 2 people comfortably. This bungalow offers an outdoor sitting area with a dreamy lighted canopy & outdoor grill. It’s perfectly located minutes from major Hampton Roads attractions: Olde Town Portsmouth, Children’s Museum, Downtown Norfolk, Casino, and Virginia Beach.

Newport Nook: 5/2.5 Home in Norfolk - Sleeps 10!
5 bed / 2.5 bath - Sleeps 10! Our cozy, farmhouse-style Norfolk home is 5 min from Historic Ghent / ODU. Free Wi-Fi, parking for 4 cars. Coffee, grill, & fire pit provided. Pet-friendly! NO cleaning fee or checkout instructions! Driving Distances: ODU - 5 min Sentara Norfolk General - 5 min CHKD / EVMS - 8 min Norfolk Naval Station - 14 min Virginia Beach Oceanfront - 25 min Monthly: $4,200. Fully furnished rental with all utilities, Wi-Fi, weekly housekeeping, pest & lawn care included.

Wooded Wonderland Miniature Golf Hot tub Pool
Make yourself at home! This property offers a warm and welcoming environment for guests, located in a quiet and established neighborhood in the middle of Portsmouth, VA. Guests should expect a clean space equipped with modern technology and appliances. Attractions aren’t too far; 41mi from Busch Gardens, 24 mi from Virginia Beach Ocean Front, 7.3 mi from Waterside District Norfolk, and 2.9 mi from Rivers Casino Portsmouth. Peaceful mornings and a comfortable stay awaits at Wooded Wonderland!

One block from the Beach
Stay at one of the highest rated homes in Willoughby Beach. It has everything you need to have a relaxing getaway. Enjoy the breezes of the Willoughby Bay on the back 2 decks, and the Chesapeake Bay on the front 2 decks. 500 ft walk to Chesapeake beach access, and an outdoor shower ready when you return. We have been hosting since 2018 and you can read our reviews to see that this property is our pride and joy. Let us show you what a five star experience is on Airbnb... Mandy and Kevin

Quiet East Beach Bungalow, 1 block to beach!
Brand new construction located exactly one block from the beautiful Chesapeake Bay at East Beach in Oceanview! A quick walk to the beach or Bay Oaks Park, this bungalow is perfect for relaxing getaways. Fireplace, patio, grill, spacious front porch, new appliances, washer/dryer, private off-street parking. A quick trip to the Naval Bases! Guests are provided with linens, towels, toiletries, and high speed internet(SmartTV). Additional rooms available case by case basis. Please ask.

5 Min to Downtown & Ghent, Fenced Yard, Firepit
Welcome to Norfolk! This is a large 3 story, 4 BR/3.5 BA house located just outside of the popular Ghent district in and walking distance to many breweries, restaurants & coffee shops! This is a fast growing area of town and for good reason, we’re so exited to host you! 15 min drive to Norfolk International Airport 12 min drive to Naval Base 8 min drive to Downtown/waterside district/freemason historic district 6 min drive to ODU campus 4 min drive to Virginia Zoo

Condo in Buckroe Beach
Welcome to our beautiful, newly renovated two bedroom condos. Perfectly located just 1 block distance to the beach. Our condos feature modern beach home designs and are equipped with all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. With comfy home vibes and proximity to the best restaurants, bars, and tourist attractions, this condo is the perfect place to experience all that Hampton has to offer. Book today and enjoy an unforgettable stay in Buckroe Beach.

Gorgeous Olde Towne historic home - modern updates
Full of historic charm, modern in all the right places! This 1880s home is located in the heart of Olde Towne Portsmouth, just one block from the Elizabeth River harbor. Walk 3 minutes to the ferry stop and ride across the river to Norfolk's downtown and waterfront restaurants, or walk 5 minutes to Portsmouth's High Street to enjoy Olde Towne's charming coffee shops, restaurants, museums, and theaters. This location is unbeatable!

Quilted Quarters by the Bay with Private Entrance
Enjoy beach life, hiking and biking near the Chesapeake Bay in a spacious fully furnished studio with a private entrance and private bath in a very safe and quiet neighborhood with one dedicated parking space as well. Five minute walk to the beach and First Landing State Park with hiking, biking, running trails, locally owned restaurants, bars, shops, breweries, grocery, pharmacy, farmer's market and yoga studio.

Waterfront Maryview/Naval Hosp Casino close to all
This lovely, quaint home has been completely updated for your comfort. The great room is bright and open. The home is located on the Elizabeth River in an upscale neighborhood with a large yard. This is perfect for a family vacation, or a long weekend. There is an attached mother-in-law suite in the rear of the house. This is rented out separately. It has a private entrance at the rear of the house.
Popular amenities for Portsmouth house rentals
House rentals with a pool

The Blue Octopus~Private Pool~HotTub~Beach~FirePit

Country Comfort Close to the Beaches

Private Pool at the Oceanfront in a Spacious Home

Gorgeous Vacation House

Sunrise, North End Beach

Perfect Getaway!

THE OLD BEACON 4 I Beach Living

Half house w/pool & new patio all to yourself
Weekly house rentals

Beach House~Hot Tub~3 Min to Sand~HUGE Kitchen

The Bartlett Inn

Modern, Homely 3-bdrm|wParking|Centrally located.

Norfolk Beach Bungalow • Cozy & Convenient

Hidden Gem.4/bedroom cozy home fenced in yard

The Iverson: Cozy 2 Bdrm Home by the Beach

Riverfront Home w/ Vintage Vibes

Casa del Sol – Game Room, Firepit & Walk to Beach!
Private house rentals

The "Bison" contemporary retreat (King Bed)+

*Spacious Cozy Home* near Beach in Hampton

Cozy Ranch Retreat.

PureLife Portsmouth 3BR | Fenced Yard, Near Casino

Tudor Treasure in Olde Towne

The Pines- Family Entertainment Room

Family and pet friendly!

Modern Cottage 2 Blocks to Beach
When is the best time to visit Portsmouth?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $167 NZD | $168 NZD | $183 NZD | $192 NZD | $197 NZD | $210 NZD | $229 NZD | $202 NZD | $172 NZD | $167 NZD | $185 NZD | $183 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 10°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 18°C | 12°C | 8°C |
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 310 holiday rentals in Portsmouth

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Portsmouth holiday rentals start at $34 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
170 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 80 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
190 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
300 of Portsmouth holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Portsmouth rentals

4.7 Average rating
Portsmouth stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Portsmouth's top spots, include Chrysler Museum of Art, Nauticus, and Cinemark Chesapeake Square
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