Houseboat vacation rentals in England

What a great place to stay! Lovely location and not too far from anything we needed. Would recommend and would stay again :)

Wonderful, well equipped and surprisingly spacious. Lovely to stroll along the canal or enjoy nearby Primrose Hill. Andres was very quick to respond. A magical experience.

We had a great stay on Sea-E-O, very well equipped and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. The beds were super comfortable! A lovely location to sit out on deck and watch the world go by (just a boat every now and again!). I can imagine going back in the summer, with a book and glass of something cold in hand! A short walk into lymington which is lovely, great places to eat, a lovely market and the kids enjoyed crab fishing on the quay. We throughly enjoyed our weekend away - thank you!

Hello, We were two adults ans two kids and there was plenty of room to accommodate us 4. We had a great stay and a warm welcome. The location is great in Little Venice. Of course, if you go for this type of accommodation you know it will be somewhat different and exciting and this is exactly what you’ll get. Brushing your teeth with geese and ducks passing by - you can’t beat that.

We had a lovely stay. Convenient spot in easy walking distance of the city centre. And the kids had great fun sleeping on a boat!

Charming rustic cabin located in the beautiful and tranquil countryside, perfect for disconnecting from screen time. Hosts Sharon and Tom are friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed a lovely Easter weekend. Thank you for having us!

Great little place. Beautiful view of the marina. Lovely area. Great for taking the dog for a walk. We hired a boat for the day which was around a 30 second walk from the property. Peppery cosy and warm. Definitely recommend and we will stay again

We had a wonderful 4 night stay on Water Lodge. A fabulous base for exploring the Isle of Wight. We all slept amazingly well and had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay for a family of four. Thank you Yarmouth Harbour!

Jenny was a great host! The Cabin was spotless on arrival! Very cosy and well equipped... As previous guests had noted the bed is super comfy!! The outside area for dogs is brilliant. Definitely recommend the Culm Valley Inn! Fantastic atmosphere - delicious home cooked food - 15 min walk. Strand Stores serve an incredible breakfast and sell high quality local produce! We also enjoyed a nice day out at Sidmouth beach..

Lovely night away to celebrate a birthday. The boat is beautifully furnished and maintained to a very high standard. The high level cleanliness of all areas was welcomed and it's very obvious Trevor cares deeply about the experience of his guests. The boat itself is like a two bedroom apartment on water with ample space and almost zero movement (for those worried about nausea!). The boat is moored behind a private gate which is surrounded by beautiful, established planting to give a feeling of peace and privacy. The hot tub is large and very warm and the outdoor seating areas/fire pit are a wonderful addition. We would have loved to have stayed longer and highly recommend to anyone looking for an interesting but relaxing getaway. Great communication and hospitality. Thanks Trevor!

This was the most wonderful stay, The little boat is fantastic, so well appointed, it’s tranquil, the farm is so quiet and full of wildlife. We felt so welcome and so well looked after. The owners are so friendly They even went out of their way to buy me special food because of my allergies. And the on-site indoor heated swimming pool was such a bonus. To be honest, we just can’t wait to come back - either to the shepherds huts which also looked gorgeous or to Zena the boat. I would recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a deeply relaxing enjoyable experience. The village is a very short drive or a lovely walk away and there’s nice pubs and a few shops. And the beach and surrounding countryside is also lovely. Kingfishers , herons, geese, dogs, baby calves, owls, bunnies, deer, birds of prey and then stargazing From the deck at night by the fire pit - Wonderful!

Off grid living in a big city. The boat is bigger than the pictures make it look and even more quaint. Being off-grid there are a few differences to living on land but these things add to the charm. The heater warms up the boat very fast. (I recommend keeping the nozzle between the 2nd and 3rd markers for the best most even heat). All the appliances worked easily and the boat had everything I needed and nothing I didn’t. The area is perfectly quiet at night and the bed soooo comfortable! I slept like a baby all three nights of my stay. The tub fits two comfortably and helping one another lather and rinse is oh-so-romantic. Martin was especially wonderful. He met me at the station and walked me to the boat where he kindly showed me all the little tricks to living on the canal. He even accompanied me to the closest Tesco so I could pick up a few things. Anytime I had any questions about the boat he responded promptly. If it’s available, book it!

What a fabulous and unique experience for our first visit to London — would absolutely stay here again! This boat was full of all the modern amenities you could need, even a washer. The canal was gorgeous and so peaceful to stroll along, we felt right at home. The host was super responsive at all times and provided ample instruction in advance for locating upon arrival. If you’re looking for something more exciting than your standard hotel room, this is it!

Absolutely amazing! We were lucky enough to stay at Jonathan’s place with perfect weather. One thing I’d say is the boat looks bigger in person than it does in the photos. Kitchen has everything you’d need, rooms and bathrooms clean and a good amount of space. Clear communication throughout - highly recommended!

An amazing stay with a very lovely host. Would recommend to anyone and will definitely be visiting again.

Lovely place, very smart and comfortable Great to wake up to the gentle sound of water and birds and the very gentle movement of the houseboat.

Beautiful houseboat - stunning views and totally unique experience for us. Bembridge is a very special place and we loved sitting on the deck looking out.

Had a wonderful 3 nights in "The Water Snug". Amazing little house boat, you can see that Patrick and Juliette have taken so much care in the design, the attention to detail was perfect. Everywhere was spotlessly clean when we arrived with a lovely fresh smell. Very stylish shower toom with plenty of space and loads of hot water plus underfloor heating made it very luxurious. Kitchen with the induction hob and oven was equipped with everything we needed. Loved lying in bed whilst looking over the water, reflections rippling on the ceiling. Nice to meet the friendly owners as well.

Family of four including two teenage boys. We had the most wonderful two nights on Bimini. The houseboat was quirky, peaceful and luxurious all at the same time. We loved the sauna, the outdoor space for breakfast and the screen for late night films. A bonus that the beach is 5 minutes away for a bbq. Julia was lovely and very helpful. It was a perfect Easter getaway. Thank you

Fiona was an amazing host. Before we arrived she was super helpful with restaurant suggestions for the Holidays. We had food, coffee and creamer along with the best little mince meat pies. We were met at the entrance and helped into the boat. Easy instructions on the few things that are a little different on a boat. The boat was super charming and relaxing. The location was absolutely the best! We hope to visit again next year, this would be our choice again.

A truly one-of-a-kind experience! Staying on this houseboat in London was unforgettable - cozy, charming and totally unique. The location is peaceful with easy access to DLR trains. The hostess was welcoming, responsive and made sure everything was in place for a comfortable stay. Everything was great, clean and well-equipped. Just one small thing to note: the hot water and heating are on a pre-set schedule and can only be adjusted by the hostess. Not a big deal at all, but if your plans change unexpectedly, you might need to wait a bit for a warm shower. Still, that’s a minor detail in an otherwise fantastic stay. Highly recommended for anyone looking to do something a little different in London!