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Inner Dowsing Lightship

Rochester

Located in Rochester, the recently renovated Inner Dowsing Lightship provides accommodation 2.8 km from Rochester Castle and 4.2 km from Chatham Train Station. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the boat free of charge. The boat offers river views and a sun terrace. Great accomodations and location! Breakfast was really good. Slept great. Also a great shower.

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9.5
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
$191
per night

Entire Boat at St Katherine Docks 2 Available select using room options

East End, London

Entire Boat at St Katherine Docks 2 Available select using room options is located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 400 metres from Tower Bridge, 1.2 km from Sky Garden and 1.8 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station. The property features river and city views, and is 700 metres from Tower of London. The boat provides lake views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available. Great location with lots of restaurants and amenities close by. Our host was incredible and always quickly responsive to our questions.

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9.4
Wonderful
317 reviews
Price from
$292
per night

Houseboat Hotels

Sheffield

Offering city views, Houseboat Hotels is an accommodation situated in Sheffield, 6.3 km from Utilita Arena Sheffield and 26 km from Chatsworth House. Boasting private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with DVD player. The boat has private entrance. The bed was so comfortable and was spotless

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9.3
Wonderful
308 reviews
Price from
$184
per night

Sea Dream 42ft Beautiful 2 bedroom boat

Sandwich

The boat is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. I note this is a first review, so I will try to provide a comprehensive account. This was a wonderful surprise. The boat is beautifully decorated, totally fresh and clean and with lots of thoughtful touches, fitted with a compact but comfortable and relaxing lounge with generous sofa, TV and internet. Better than an hotel - which hotel provides chairs and table on the deck to sit in the sun and watch the tide (and ducks) flowing past? I didn't require any heating, but saw it to be present and found no difficulty drifting to sleep with a peaceful lapping of waves on the hull. There is a very good double with ensuite and the cutest single, also ensuite and a fabulous shower. I felt like the captain on my own mini- superyacht. There is a well thought out galley (kitchen) that I think is best for breafast and simple meals. No need to worry about any catering needs in Sandwich (two minutes walk from Sea Dream's peaceful mooring) that was a real find. A historic period gem almost lost in time but with plenty of excellent pubs, restaurants and cafes with friendly welcomes and some unusual shops. I learnt there are plenty of events to enjoy throughout the year and it is also handy for visiting bigger places such as Canterbury. I will certainly visit again and hope Sea Dream will be available. A luxurious adventure at less cost than a motorway hotel.

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9.9
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$103
per night

Unique Houseboat Experience I Central City Break

York

Unique Houseboat Experience I Central City Break, a property with a shared lounge, is set in York, 1.5 km from York Minster, 33 km from Bramham Park, as well as 35 km from Harrogate International Centre. The property is around 35 km from Royal Hall Theatre, 36 km from Ripley Castle and 37 km from Roundhay Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and York Railway station is 1.3 km away. Really spacious, excellent location.

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9.7
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
$198
per night

Luxury Boat Stay Liverpool sleeping 6 WiFi

Liverpool

Luxury Boat Stay Liverpool sleeping 6 WiFi is set in Liverpool, 1.6 km from Albert Dock, 2.4 km from Philharmonic Hall, as well as 2.6 km from Liverpool Central Station. It is located 1.1 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool and provides free WiFi plus a minimarket. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1 km from ACC Liverpool. The location was perfect. Close to the city centre but very peaceful. The barge was clean, stylish and comfortable. Lovely hosts who met us and showed us around. Access to the wharf was easy. Really generous, providing milk, tea, coffee and a welcome cake. The kitchen was well kitted out and we had everything we needed. The beds were extremely comfortable and we had an amazing two nights sleep. The shower and bathroom facilities were also top notch. A really welcoming and stylish feel to the whole experience and we would happily book again.

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9.8
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
$241
per night

Le Sorelle

East End, London

A good location for a hassle-free stay in London, Le Sorelle is a boat surrounded by views of the lake. The property features a garden, shared lounge and private parking among other facilities. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. It was cosy and the owners were so accommodating. Great parking. Lovely breakfast Lovely atmosphere

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9.2
Wonderful
23 reviews
Price from
$165
per night

River Mill Retreat

Little Hallingbury

The boat has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Absolutely beautiful, couldn't have asked for a better stay!

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10
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$470
per night

Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location

East End, London

The boat includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the boat. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Popular points of interest near the boat include Liverpool Street Underground Station, Brick Lane and London Bridge Underground Station. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 10 km from Historic Dutch Barge, Idyllic location. Had a great time on the boat, lovely marina, nice outdoor seating area, the boat itself is very comfortable and location was great

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9.4
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$360
per night

Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends

Westminster Borough, London

Providing a garden, a terrace and free WiFi, Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice by Paddington for Family & Friends is a recently renovated boat 1.8 km from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.7 km from Portobello Road Market. The property is around 3.1 km from Madame Tussauds, 3.5 km from The Serpentine and 3.9 km from London Zoo. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Paddington Station. The boat experience was even nicer than we expected and we'll never forget it! Thomas took good care of us and even took us for a lovely trip in the canal with our friends. The location was perfect, a quite and romantic place far from the city chaos and still just a short walk from Paddington station (also close by to other underground stations). We also took a walk to Portobello market, just 20 minutes walk from the boat. Nice restaurants in the area. Back home now we are longing for staying at the boat on our next trip to London again! Thank you for everything!

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9.2
Wonderful
11 reviews
Price from
$164
per night

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