Miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline, fresh lobster rolls, and a pace of life that feels like a long exhale. Welcome to Rye.
Jenness State Beach is one of New England's finest stretches of Atlantic shoreline — a wide, sandy beach with rolling waves perfect for swimming, surfing, and long sunset walks. The seacoast here is wild and beautiful, bookended by rocky headlands and salt marshes.
With easy access to Portsmouth, Kittery, and beyond, Rye is the perfect home base for your seacoast adventure.
Wake up to the sound of waves — because Jenness Beach is literally your front yard. This beautifully appointed 4-bedroom beachfront home sleeps 8 and comes with an enclosed porch, private outdoor patio, and direct beach access. Hosted by Superhost Roberta for over 6 years.
From lobster rolls steps from the sand to upscale dining across the street — the Seacoast delivers.
Portsmouth's dining scene is legendary — stroll cobblestone streets between courses.
~10 miles northBecause no beach trip is complete without a cone in hand.
Whether you're riding waves, exploring history, or catching a sunset concert — there's always something happening.
Rye Harbor is home to whale watching tours and deep-sea fishing charters. Book a morning trip and be back for lunch.
Head across the street from the Jenness State Beach parking lot to Summer Sessions to rent surfboards or take lessons from the pros.
A charming colonial seaport with fun shops, art galleries, and exceptional restaurants. Easy to spend a full day exploring on foot.
Outdoor plays, concerts, and movies in the park right on the waterfront in Portsmouth. Free or low-cost events all summer long.
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Saturday mornings 8am–1pm. Fresh local produce, artisan foods, crafts, and live music. A beloved Seacoast tradition.
Scenic coastal trails, tidal pools, and the Seacoast Science Center. A perfect morning or afternoon for nature lovers and families.
A classic New England boardwalk just 15 minutes south. Wednesday-night summer fireworks over the water, arcades, sand-sculpting competitions, and miles of beach.
A walkable historic seaport 25 minutes south. Federalist architecture, independent shops and restaurants along State Street, and a scenic waterfront boardwalk on the Merrimack River.
Rye sits at the heart of the NH Seacoast — minutes from everything, miles from ordinary.