Located on one of the most desirable residential streets in Downtown Portsmouth, 49 Sheafe Street offers the full package of amenities including a large private pocket garden, heated 2-car driveway, finished/heated 1.5 car garage with 500 SF studio above. Painstakingly maintained, the saltbox main house exudes charm and character and has been upgraded to modern standards with central AC, state-of-the-art gas furnace, radiant heating in the garage+studio, triple-pane windows throughout. Historic details abound such as the wide plank "King's Pine" flooring throughout. The covered porch offers reprieve from the weather (possible footprint for expansion) and the rare pocket garden is a true retreat, being in the middle of the city; Perfect for any occasion, breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks en plein air. The 500sf heated and insulated garage is currently used as an office and home gym. An additional 504 square feet of living space is above, complete with a 1/2 bath and plumbing for a kitchenette (total of 3,164 heated, finished sq ft). The home is located in Portsmouth's Business District offering a bonafide address for a business. The truly central location puts you minutes from 98% of what Portsmouth has to offer: Strawberry Banke, Kittery Foreside, Central square, boutique galleries, coffee shops, boutique stores, vibrant nightlife, superb dining and Piscataqua River/public marina access. Agent is related to Sellers. See linked video tour. Not to be missed!