Piscataqua River
The Piscataqua River, in the northeastern United States, is a 12 mile (19 km) longtidal estuary formed by the confluence of the Salmon Falls and Cochecho rivers. The drainage basin of the river is approximately 1,495 square miles. The river runs southeastward, determining part of the boundary between the states of New Hampshire and Maine, and empties into the Atlantic Ocean east of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The last six miles before the sea form one of the finest harbors in the northeastern United States, despite a tidal current rated as one of the fastest in North America (at Nobles Island across from downtown Portsmouth).[1]
Named by the area's original Abenaki inhabitants, "Piscataqua" combines "peske" (branch) with "tegwe" (a river with a strong current, possibly tidal). "Peske-tegwe", then, describes a place where a river separates into two or three parts, or literally, "a place where boats or canoes ascending the river together from its mouth were compelled to separate according to their several destinations" -- for example, at Dover Point.
The first known European to explore the river was Martin Pring in 1603. CaptainJohn Smith placed a spelling similar to "Piscataqua" for the region on his map of1614. The river was site of the first sawmill in the colonies in 1623, the same year the contemporary spelling "Piscataqua" was first recorded.
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is located on Seavey's Island in Kittery, Mainenear the Piscataqua's mouth. The dispute between New Hampshire and Maine over ownership of Seavey’s Island was settled by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2001, locating the state border at the center of the river's navigable channel
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New Castle NH
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Listing Price: $2,495,000
Built in 2000, this gorgeous expanded cape has 160 feet of direct waterfront with private sandy beach, deep water dock and mooring. Spectacular sunsets and views of Portsmouth. First floor options are open and flexible and include a large master suite or additional family room depending on your needs. Walk out lower level provides additional options with water views. Designed to take advantage of incredible views from every room. Broker interest. MLS #: 4031634 [View Property] |
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Portsmouth NH
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Listing Price: $2,200,000
Classic brick building with a dock on the Piscataqua River. This property is currently one retail space and two apartments. The perfect property to create your dream residence in the heart of Portsmouth with a private deep water dock. MLS #: 4031853 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $1,300,000
Design your home on this premier parcel of water frontage on Dover Point Road! Deep water access with the ability to have your own dock. 1.72 acre lot with 154 of direct water frontage on the Piscataqua River. Build the waterfront home your heart desires. Only 5 miles to Portsmouth! Newest building innovations available ~ Geothermal, Solar, and insulated concrete forms. MLS #: 4123276 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $1,295,000
Waterfront Brick Faced, Hip Roof Colonial sits Proudly on lot. Deep water dock. This home has wide water views from most rooms. Meticulously maintained both inside and out. Large Cherry Kitchen with granite and gourmet appliances opens along the waterfront into the family room with gas fireplace. This is a wonderful home in a great neighborhood and is just minutes to Portsmouth. Virtual tour MLS #: 4013800 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $1,000,000
We call it 'The House With a Million Dollar View'. Set high on a hill, in viewing distance from the last navigational buoy on the Piscataqua, rests the premiere 2.86 acre Dover Point waterfront estate with 372 feet of Piscataqua River water frontage. The home itself is a homage to old colonial New England coupled with contemporary features. The front door brings you into a breezeway connected to the attached two car garage. From there you enter the fireplaced country kitchen with ceiling beam work and hardwood floors. Then there is the library with built in custom bookcases and desk and the family room with a second brick inlay fireplace. New French doors splay the entire length of the family room for dramatic panoramic water views and sunshine. The next room is the magnificently oversized parlor. Move outside to find a brick patio and an expansion of green lawn leading directly down to the river's edge with no trees to block your view. Cozy upstairs with four bedrooms. Virtual tour MLS #: 4085365 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $859,000
DRAMATIC $100,000 PRICE REDUCTION. SELLERS MOVING - VERY MOTIVATED. $9000 BONUS TO SELLING AGENCY. Direct waterfront property with private deep water dock. Direct access to ocean, no fixed bridges, perfect for sailboats. Contemporary Cape style home boasts gourmet kitchen, expansive views, 2 large family rooms. Exceptional quality throughout. Virtual tour MLS #: 4002557 [View Property] |
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Portsmouth NH
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Listing Price: $720,000
New Englander in heart of South End. Kitchen overlooks mahogany deck. Dog door and fenced yard. Built in cabinets and over 8 foot knotty pine ceilings. Water views from every room. Finished third floor with two huge skylights overlooking water and full length eave storage. Two car garage AND large driveway for many more cars. Walk to downtown. Boat slip availability. MLS #: 4122783 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $679,900
"The River Captain" floor plan. Dover Point's Premier Waterfront Community! Estate homes designed by award winning architect. Only 14 lots on this scenic cul-de-sac. Water views and owned waterfront. Many floor plans to choose from. Deep water access and only minutes to Portsmouth. MLS #: 4076297 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $649,900
Stunning Executive Nauticus Ranch located in this premier Waterfront Sub-division. Builder is happy to have you customize this floor plan. Deep water access, stunning views, quality built Energy Star home. 3 car garage. Everything you need or want is here! MLS #: 4079540 [View Property] |
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Dover NH
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Listing Price: $639,900
'The River Poet Walls of glass to optimize your views of the Piscataqua River. This home can be customized by architect Wendy Whelton to meet your needs. Gorgeous new sub-division, shared/owned waterfrontage with deep water access. What an amazing place to call home! Other plans to choose from. Come and have McClellan Homes build you the house of your dreams! MLS #: 4081883 [View Property] |
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