Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals
Cozy Bluebird Cottage is a sunny sanctuary bordering a soothing wildflower meadow, a two minute stroll to a gorgeous, mile-long sandy beach! Buckets of sunshine pour through the windows -- you get all day sun in the cottage. Lounge in the adirondack chairs along the little meadow to greet the sun in the morning, and then when you come home from the beach move the chairs to watch the sun set over the west marsh. The cottage has been refurbished and decorated in colorful but chic cottage style. Unexpected touches and details abound and are meant to put a smile on your face! New visitors describe the cottage as 'a happy house,' 'stunning,' 'irresistible,' and 'delicious!'
It is small but oh so cozy and delightful. Two bedrooms, one bath, a sweet kitchen, stylish living room, a big screened porch where the breezes waft through, the songbirds in the meadow serenade you and where cocktails by sunset or moonlight beckon.
Stroll on the sand to dinner at the Carriage House, one of the best restaurants on the Seacoast. Then walk home along the water's edge with the moon lighting your sandy path. Fabulous Portsmouth is 15 minutes away with all it's colonial history, bustling seaport, world-class restaurants, river walk bars (the famous 'Decks'), boat rides, the acclaimed Music Hall, theatre, live music, nightlife, Prescott Park outdoor concerts and plays, summer festivals, historic Strawbery Banke and so much more!
But of course the main attraction is the beach -- considered by some to be the best beach in New England! The tide goes out 100 yards to create a seaside paradise where kids can play wiffleball, build sandcastles, boogie board or surf while the adults walk from end to end for a great workout. The fantastic Summer Sessions Surf Shop is right down the road, where you can take surf lessons, rent boards, learn to paddle board, grab a frothy cappuccino, browse the hip clothing assortment or just people watch! Serious surfers gather at the far end of Jenness at a spot called Sawyers Beach. There is something for everyone at our fabulous, mile long beach!
A grill and a picnic table, plus the adirondack chairs, create a perfect oasis for sunset cocktails or a summer barbeque along the verdant meadow.
So grab your surfboard, your picnic basket, your birding glasses, your sunscreen and and create memories at magical Bluebird Cottage!
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A 50% deposit is due at time of booking. Balance due May 1st.
The mandatory New Hampshire Meals and Rooms (rental) tax of 9% is itemized in the rates details.
NH M & R tax license #: 063219
Please be respectful of the neighboring properties. The meadow on the ocean side of the property belongs to one of the neighbors.
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Property # 4726377
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Rye
Located in Rye, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Seacoast Science Center and Seacoast Science Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tugboat Alley and Fox Run Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rye Airfield or Casino Ballroom. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
Hampton Beach - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
Market Square - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Exeter Station - 24 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
βͺDunkin' - β¬9 min drive
βͺCumberland Farms - β¬12 min drive
βͺTaco Bell - β¬10 min drive
βͺIkko II Japanese Steakhouse - β¬10 min drive
βͺLittle Tokyo & Saigon - β¬9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$477, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy, Stylish Bluebird Cottage, Steps To Jenness Beach! Fall & Winter Rentals located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jenness State Beach and Rye Harbor State Park. Philbricks Beach and St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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This was our fifth stay and hope to continue the tradition next year. We love the simplicity of the Bluebird - our home away from home at the beach. Sun, sand, surf, clean, bright, and a lovely host!
Dahl and Deidre are great to work with. Their cottage is cozy and charming. The location is perfect, close enough to the beach to run home to use the bathroom or grab another snack.
Tori K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks! We were delighted to have you back this year.
this was our third visit to the cottage and we are already dreaming of next year! dahl is super communicative and a pleasure of a host. the cottage is perfect and allows for long beach days without the hassle of parking. we are grateful for the clean, cozy space, the breezy porch with the ocean sounds at high tide, the A/C on hot days and the quick walk to the beach. much gratitude π
This was our second time at the Bluebird Cottage and the moment we arrived, we knew we were home again. We had an amazing peaceful two weeks and are truly grateful to find this sweet cottage a hop, skip and a jump from Jenness Beach. We can't wait to return again!
This is a great property with even better hosts. We have stayed at the Bluebird Cottage for several years and had a fantastic experience each and every time.
We instantly fell in love with this rental. It was so clean, cozy, well stocked (kitchen & beach stuff), and so close to the beach. the neighborhood was quiet and lovely and we were always greeted by neighbors with a hello and a smile. the true gem of this property is the screened in porch. we spent every morning here drinking coffee, and every night here playing games, reading and listening to the crashing waves. it was heavenly! we did have a few hiccups we needed help to solve - but Dahl was incredibly responsive and accommodating. we hope to return again soon! i can understand why there are so many repeat guests - this place is a gem!
This was our seventh visit to the Bluebird. The Taylors have made our stay better each year and they have been very helpful. Thank you! The Bluebird is a solid 5.
Charles C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
Glad to I have you back! You have rented since the days that we were renters. We love it and weβre glad you do too
House is tidy and cute and functional. Hosts have thought of everything a family could want/need on a beach vacation. We could not ask for a better place to stay or better hosts!
Annie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2021
Great having you back!
About the host
Hosted by Dahl and Deirdre Taylor
Bluebird Cottage is a very special place for us. For close to twenty years, weβve vacationed at the New Hampshire Seacoast β and for almost a decade of that time, we actually rented Bluebird Cottage until the Fall of 2017 when we were fortunate enough to make it our own.
While weβve refreshed the cottage, weβve looked to retain its fun and relaxing charm. For those that have rented Bluebird Cottage before, we hope that you still find the familiarity, location and cottage amenities that have brought you back. For those renting the Cottage for the first time, we hope you find the same magic and comfort that brought us back year-after-year.
To introduce ourselves, Dahl is an artist and illustrator whose work has been exhibited in galleries across New England. His work can be seen on labels for Samuel Adams and Nantucket Nectar, American Girl books and on Jenness Beach, where he can be seen crafting sand sculptures.
Deirdre has strong New Hampshire family ties and, after a career in New York State government, looks forward to spending more time in the State of her childhood memories. Our son is currently attending university in Boston.
We have many happy memories of our time spent here. We hope you will too.
Why they chose this property
We've heard comments from renters and neighbors like , " a special place", "delicious!" and "heaven". We agree! No busy roads to cross to get to the beach, a meadow next door, a quiet private road and the sound of the ocean just 400 feet away. Heaven indeed!
What makes this property unique
Its all about the location. The sun-filled Cottage is located on a private road bordering a wildflower meadow. You can sleep to the sound of the ocean, and in two minutes, walk to Jenness beach, considered by many to be the finest beach in New England with over a mile of beach coast line β and a low tide that goes out 100 yards making it the perfect playground for all kinds of activities. Further down the beach you can take surf or paddle board lessons or rent equipment or shop for fun clothing at the Summer Session Surf Shop. Just up the street is Rye Harbor where you can get fresh lobsters off the boat, or go fishing or whale watching. The Cottage is also just fifteen minutes from Portsmouth, N.H., one of the most vibrant cities on the New England seacoast β with world class shopping and dining, including restaurants led by several James Beard finalist chefs. Cross the bridge from Portsmouth and youβre in Maine with access to outlet shopping, Acadia National Park, world-class theater at the Ogunquit Playhouse and, of course, more beaches.