The Governor's House

Portsmouth may not quite be a village, but it's so charming and walkable that it can certainly feel that way. And right in the heart of it is the Governor's House, once home to New Hampshire Governor Charles Dale. This petite bed-and-breakfast still feels like a private residence, with just four guest rooms decked out with soft queen beds and Frette linens. Borrow the hotel's bikes, beach chairs, and towels for off-site fun.