Welcome to Epping, NH!

We hope you arrived safely and had no trouble finding our property. It is close to the rail trail and walking distance to restaurants. Shopping close by. Entertainment at hand including movie theater, live theater, The New England Dragway, Sig Arms Academy, NH speedway, wineries, and Seacoast United Soccer! 20 minute drive to NH beaches. Minutes from Exeter central and a short drive to the University of NH. Please make yourself at home right away. We know how important accommodations are, especially on vacation, which is why we want your stay to be as comfortable as possible. We too, have stayed at many vacation rentals around the globe which is why it’s so important for us to be a great hosts – and valuing your stay is our top priority. We ask all guests to walk through the property and report any dissatisfaction/issues within the first 24 hours. That way, we can do our best to ensure you have everything you need to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Thanks, have a great time and we hope you visit again in the future!

-The Seacoast Vacation Rentals Team

 

Local Contacts

Seacoast Vacation Rentals team

Chris, Sean, Marie, Jizabel, Sarah, AJ & Janette
info@seacoastvacationrentals.co, 603-255-3532

Nearest Hospitals

Epping Regional Health Center: (603) 693-2100, 212 Calef Hwy, Epping, NH, 03042

Portsmouth Regional Hospital, (603) 559-4131, 55 High St., Hampton, NH

Exeter Hospital, (603) 778-7311, 5 Alumni Dr., Exeter, NH

Fire Department

(603) 679-5446, Epping Fire Department, 37 Pleasant Street, Epping, NH 03042

Police Department

(603) 679-5122, Epping Safety Complex, 37 Pleasant Street, Epping, NH 03042


Top Day Trips

Hampton, NH – 14.5 miles

Established in 1907, Hampton Beach is a popular beach resort known for its lively boardwalk, lined with souvenir shops, pizzerias, ice cream parlors, and arcades. Big-name touring bands and comedians perform at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, and the Explore the Ocean World Oceanarium has biologist-led tours and a touch tank. On the southern tip of the barrier island, Hampton Beach State Park offers swimming, fishing, and campgrounds.

Portsmouth, NH – 23 miles

Settled in 1623, Portsmouth claims to be the nation’s third-oldest city, sitting near the mouth of the short, wide Piscataqua River dividing New Hampshire and Maine. Similar to Newburyport, it’s the perfect walking town filled with shops, restaurants, bars and cafes. Our top restaurant recommendations include Row 34 for oysters and seafood, Martingale Wharf for its brunch and waterfront seating, Jumping Jay’s Fish Café for refined seafood with creative sauces in a sleek setting, and The Black Trumpet Bistro & Wine Bar, but be sure to make reservations here ahead of time.

Newburyport, MA – 24.8 miles

First settled in 1635, Newburyport has a long and rich history. Located on the southern bank of the Merrimack River where it empties into the Atlantic Ocean, downtown Newburyport is quaint, picturesque, very walkable and has many top-rated restaurants, bars, cafes and shops. We recommend The Grog for pub food, Michael's Harborside for seafood on its open-air deck, The Poynt for small plates and cocktails and The DECK for casual waterfront dining and drinks. Be sure to visit Plum Island, only 3 miles away for it’s unique beaches and  beautiful sunsets.

Kittery, ME – 25.9 miles

Settled in 1632, Kittery has the distinction of being the oldest town in Maine. Located on the northern side of the Piscataqua River, across from Portsmouth, NH, it is the home of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (the nation’s oldest continuously serving Navy yard), Badger's Island, the seaside district of Kittery Point and part of the Isles of Shoals. The town is a tourist destination known for its many discount retail outlet stores and restaurants. Our top restaurant recommendations are Robert’s Maine Grille for fresh seafood and When Pigs Fly Restaurant & Pizzeria for gourmet wood-fired pizza, pasta, small plates and beer on tap.

York, ME – 30.6 miles

First settled by Europeans in 1624, York is now a well-known summer resort town. It is home to three 18-hole golf clubs, four sandy beaches and Mount Agamenticus. During summer months, residents and tourists crowd Short Sands Beach as well as Long Sands Beach, more than a mile of sand stretching between York Beach and York Harbor. If you visit York, you must check the Cape Neddick Light, A.K.A Nubble Lighthouse, one of the most beautiful lighthouses in New England. It is the perfect photo opportunity and while there, be sure to grab a bite to eat at Fox’s Lobster House.

Boston, MA – 53.9 miles

Settled in 1630, Boston is the capital of Massachusetts and the most populous city in New England. It is home to 50-some colleges and esteemed institutions like Symphony Hall, the Museum of Fine Arts and Faneuil Hall still anchor the city’s hold on music, art and history. Check out the nation’s oldest public park, the 50-acre Boston Common, enjoy Italian dining in Boston’s North End, and stroll down Newbury Street for great shopping and head into the heart of Back Bay.


Top Local Attractions

New England Dragway - 280 Exeter Rd, Epping, NH 03042

New England Dragway is NHRA's premier track in New England. Today, New England Dragway, still owned by many of the racers who built it along with a new crop of shareholders, is the only 1/4 mile drag strip in New England. It is open four days a week from the beginning of April through the end of October featuring everything from grudge racing to world class events like the NHRA New England Nationals Race held each June. The Dragway office Is Open Mon-Fri. Racing is held on Wed, Fri, Sat & Sundaaay's!

Pawtuckaway State Park - 128 Mountain Rd., Nottingham, NH 03290

Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone. The park includes a large family beach on the lake. There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest, including a mountaintop fire tower; an extensive marsh where beavers, deer, and great blue herons may be seen, and a geologically unique field where large boulders called glacial erratics were deposited when glacial ice melted near the end of the Ice Age. 

Epping Community Theater - 38C Ladds Ln, Epping, NH 03042-2311

The Epping Community Theater concentrates on producing professional quality performances for families and adults. Throuout the year they produce musicals and non-musicals, choral events, comedy shows, and local band concerts. They also offer theater classes throughout the year.

O’neil Cinemas - 12 Brickyard Sq, Epping, NH 03042-4401

O'Neil Cinemas movie theater located in Brickyard Square in Epping, NH features 12 screens and includes DBOX and 3D formats.

Twin Pines Driving Range - 526 Calef Hwy, Epping, NH 03042-1509

Twin Pines is a premier New England golfing practice facility that offers a course-like driving range, a well equipped pro-shop, professional and friendly staff and the best in custom golf club design and club repair.

American Independence Museum - 1 Governors Ln, Exeter, NH 03833

The American Independence Museum tells the story of New Hampshire’s role in the Revolutionary War. Located in historic Exeter, New Hampshire’s Revolutionary War capital, the museum’s campus includes the Ladd-Gilman House (ca. 1721) and Folsom Tavern (ca. 1775). Highlights from the collection include a Dunlap Broadside, the first official printing of the Declaration of Independence; two working drafts of the Constitution; and original handwritten letters from George Washington.

Strikers East Bowling Center - 4 Essex Dr, Raymond, NH 03077

Strikers East is a public bowling center that offers leagues, birthday parties, and cosmic bowling.

Brickyard Square - 24 Calef Hwy Route 125, Epping, NH 03042-2203

Brickyard Square in Epping, NH, is the top restaurant and retail shopping location in the region. Whether you’re going to popular favorites Market Basket, New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlet, O’Neil Cinemas, Old Navy, Marshalls, PetSmart, Michaels, Mattress Firm, AT&T, Famous Footwear, The Paper Store, The Beach Plum, Cinco's Cantina or Popovers, there’s something for every member of the family at Brickyard Square. There’s no easier place to shop, dine, relax and enjoy. Other stores include Exeter Paint Store, 9Round, Brentwood Dental, GNC, Great Clips, Lee Nail Spa, Lucas Salon, MVC Eyecare, Ulta Beauty, Brickyard Nutrition, Kume, The Community Oven and Wrap City.

Flag Hill Distillery & Winery - 297 North River Road (Rt. 155) Lee, NH 03861

Flag Hill sits on a 110 acre conservation easement which preserves the property to remain in agriculture forever. The farm switched from a dairy farm to a vineyard in 1987 with the planting of the first grapes on the property, and the winery began in 1990 with our first harvest.  Years later in 2004 Flag Hill Distillery began making vodka from the highest quality apples New Hampshire has to offer.


Top Local Restaurants, Bars & Cafes

  1. Holy Grail Restaurant and Pub - 64 Main St, Epping, NH 03042

  2. Popovers at Brickyard Square - 11 Brickyard Square #23, Epping, NH 03042

  3. Telly's Restaurant & Pizzeria - 235 Calef Hwy, Epping, NH 03042

  4. The Railpenny Tavern - 8 Exeter Rd, Epping, NH 03042

  5. The Beach Plum - 3 Brickyard Square, Epping, NH 03042

  6. Brew - 313 NH-125 Suite B, Brentwood, NH 03833

  7. Me & Ollie's Bakery & Cafe - 64 Water St, Exeter, NH 03833


Want to own your own home in NH or MA?

Sean Bakhtiari is a licensed Realtor in New Hampshire and Massachusetts with Compass Real Estate. He specializes in New Hampshire’s Seacoast, Southern NH, Greater Newburyport, North Shore Massachusetts and the Greater Boston area.

Contact Sean today if you’d like to discuss buying, selling or investing in real estate.