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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Ronquière, Région Wallonne
  • Place, La Chapelle de Verre de Fauquez
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, La Grand Place
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Paira Daiza
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brussels (BRU-Brussels - National)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Braine-le-Comte

Located 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from La Chapelle de Verre de Fauquez, this houseboat is within a 10-minute drive of Musee Marthe Donas. Guestrooms at this houseboat include dining areas, Smart TVs, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • La Chapelle de Verre de Fauquez - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Avenue Louise - 41 min drive - 24.9 miles
  • Brussels Christmas Market - 43 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • La Grand Place - 44 min drive - 25.3 miles
  • Paira Daiza - 45 min drive - 24.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hennuyeres Station - 10 min drive
  • Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Casa Vostra - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Du Stade - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪L Abreuvoir - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le cercle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pont de la Thines - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Unusual Accommodations on a Barge

Immerse yourself in the life of riverboat crews—you’ll stay in a spacious 100-square-meter apartment converted from the hold of a barge built in 1930, with a view right at water level.
We are ideally located between Brussels, Mons, and Charleroi—20 minutes from Pairi Daiza, 10 minutes from the boat lifts listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and right next to the Ronquière inclined plane...
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a dining area and a hair dryer.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Braine-le-Comte, close to La Chapelle de Verre de Fauquez, Chateau de Seneffe, and Musee Marthe Donas. Tournette Golf is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge?

As of Oct 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge on Oct 23, 2026 start from $268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge?

No, there isn't parking available at the houseboat.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge?

With a stay at this riverfront houseboat, couples will appreciate amenities like a smart TV in each accommodation plus a water view and free WiFi in some.

Does Unusual Accommodations on a Barge have a hot tub?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this houseboat provide breakfast?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this houseboat.

Does Unusual Accommodations on a Barge have connecting rooms available?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi), which is 18.4 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Brussels Airport (BRU), which is around 23 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge?

No, there aren't any accommodations at Unusual Accommodations on a Barge that offer a balcony.

Unusual Accommodations on a Barge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Un grand merci à l'hôte. Tout était parfait.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe endroit, atypique, apaisant une première et il y en aura d'autres. Magnifique péniche, très belle décoration, propre, fonctionnelle. Il ne manque rien. Un vrai bonheur. Accueil chaleureux, Pierre est disponible et donne de bons conseils. Nous reviendrons l'année prochaine. Merci pour tout
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gratitude de l'Ukraine

Nous avons été très ravis, nous avons été très chaleureusement accueillis et accueillis. C'était très surprenant que la photo sur le site corresponde à la réalité ! C'est l'endroit le plus incroyable pour se détendre que nous ayons jamais rencontré ! Nous souhaitons tout le meilleur au propriétaire de ce merveilleux navire et que cet endroit devienne le plus populaire parmi les touristes !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Court sejour (on aurait voulu y rester)

Agréable sejour de 2 nuits dans la partie "loft" de la peniche.Acces facile en voitureStationnement facile.Tout confort dans la peniche, terrasse agréable. Un poele à pellet permet d'avoir bien chaud selon la saison.On espere vite revenir!Un
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Un havre de paix
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Le pied !

C’est un lieu où l’on a du mal à repartir tellement on s’y sent comme chez soi. Étant nous mêmes du monde fluvial, avec notre bateau de plaisance, nous connaissions cet endroit situé au pied du plan incliné de Ronquières, également proche de l’ascenseur de Strépy et de l’ancien canal du Centre avec ses quatre ascenseurs historiques , c’est l’endroit rêvé pour les amoureux de l’eau et des bateaux. Facile d’accès, situé en plein cœur de la Belgique, proche de Waterloo et de Bruxelles, endroit stratégique et cadre insolite pour faire des escapades dans tous les lieux touristiques belges, à la journée. L’accueil très sympathique de Pierre et de sa femme n’arrange rien, d’autant plus lorsque l’on prend l’apéro avec leur famille en terrasse, à bord, dans ce lieu apaisant et dépaysant. On s’y sent comme en famille ! Le logement est spacieux, chaleureux, original, confortable, très bien équipé. Rien ne manque ! Vous nous manquez déjà…. Nous reviendrons rapidement , c’est certain !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbares Boot, wunderschönes Ambiente.

Das Boot ist einfach wunderbar! Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, man fühlt sich sofort wohl. Der Vermieter wohnt in einer separaten Wohnung auch auf dem Boot und ist sehr sehr freundlich. Wir haben die Woche richtig genossen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Passage de nuit près de Bruxelles

Propriétaire très aimable, accueil de qualité, un grand espace de vie et pas très loin de Bruxelles. Nous conseillons fortement, merci encore !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023