Ocean-Born Mary House

The Story

Ocean-Born Mary's supposed ghost was said to rock in a chair and protect the house from danger. Yankee's account explains how owner Louis Roy built a profitable attraction around the story. Mary never lived in this particular house, but the invented haunting became lasting New Hampshire folklore.

The Hauntings

Ocean-Born Mary's supposed ghost was said to rock in a chair and protect the house from danger. Yankee's account explains how owner Louis Roy built a profitable attraction around the story. Mary never lived in this particular house, but the invented haunting became lasting New Hampshire folklore. Private residence, no exact address or coordinates. Historical debunking is part of the profile; do not repeat Roy’s treasure story as fact. HABS report explicitly attributes most supernatural stories to L. M. A. Roy.

A sense of place.

Visitor Experiences

Have you experienced something here?

This future chapter will bring together stories from the PHASM community. An unexpected encounter, a lingering feeling, or a quiet visit—your experience will be welcome.

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Sources & further reading.

• The Legend of Ocean Born Mary | Could Truth be Stranger than Fiction? (reports)
• The Legend of Ocean Born Mary | Could Truth be Stranger than Fiction? (visiting)
• HABS NH-160: Ocean-Born-Mary House historical report (history)

Plan Your Visit

Current visitor conditions need operator confirmation. Respect private areas and posted hours; ordinary visits do not authorize investigations. Private residence, no exact address or coordinates. Historical debunking is part of the profile; do not repeat Roy’s treasure story as fact.