4/10 Poor
Peter B.
Sep 26, 2025
Peter B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Entire house boat
Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends
Houseboat in London, near Hyde Park
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Entire house boat
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Parking available
Explore the area
London, England
- QueenswayPlace, Queensway11 min walk
- Paddington CentralPlace, Paddington Central11 min walk
- Hyde ParkPlace, Hyde Park4 min drive
- London (LHR-Heathrow)Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)34 min drive
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About the neighborhood
London
Located in City of Westminster, this houseboat is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Guestrooms at this houseboat include microwaves.
What's nearby
- Westbourne Grove - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Queensway - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Paddington Central - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Kensington Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Hyde Park - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
- Royal Oak Underground Station - 5 min walk
- London (QQP-Paddington Train Station) - 16 min walk
- London City Airport (LCY) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
- Hero of Maida - 6 min walk
- Real Drinks - 6 min walk
- Tsiakkos & Charcoal - 8 min walk
- Waterside Cafe - 5 min walk
- The Bridge House - 4 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends
Why not experience a bit of UK boating culture whilst enjoying London's top landmarks - right in the city centre?
Our cosy canal boat comfortably sleeps 4 adults on 2 double beds. The kitchen, bathroom & decks have everything you need - & ask us about early check-in & a 1-hour private tour right on your boat.
Located along the Grand Union waterway in central London we're only 20-30 mins to the city's most famous sites - so come enjoy a unique experience & lovely sleep on your canal boat!
The Space:
Our canal boat is ideal for a couple, family or group of friends visiting London to see its most famous landmarks. It offers a bright open-plan kitchen and lounge, full bathroom, cosy double bedroom and extra double-bed to comfortably sleep 4 adults.
The boat's stern has an open-air deck allowing for early sunrise breakfasts or relaxing dinners under the stars - or lets guests have a relaxing cup of tea whilst watching ducks and swans feeding in the canal.
The boat moors on the Grand Union canal near Little Venice and the short route to her exact Google PIN location along the easy-to-access towpath will be provided after booking.
And if the weather plays its part, we might be able to provide a 1 hour private tour via the bird sanctuary island, narrowboat village, Regent's Park, London Zoo into Camden market.
The eco-centric canal boat runs on solar power with brand new energy-efficient powerbanks available for full electricity to charge all your phones, laptops and bright LED lights throughout the boat.
We think you'll find staying on our canal boat a more interesting and unusual experience than a standard hotel room or apartment - our boat has what you need for a memorable break in central London!
Our cosy canal boat comfortably sleeps 4 adults on 2 double beds. The kitchen, bathroom & decks have everything you need - & ask us about early check-in & a 1-hour private tour right on your boat.
Located along the Grand Union waterway in central London we're only 20-30 mins to the city's most famous sites - so come enjoy a unique experience & lovely sleep on your canal boat!
The Space:
Our canal boat is ideal for a couple, family or group of friends visiting London to see its most famous landmarks. It offers a bright open-plan kitchen and lounge, full bathroom, cosy double bedroom and extra double-bed to comfortably sleep 4 adults.
The boat's stern has an open-air deck allowing for early sunrise breakfasts or relaxing dinners under the stars - or lets guests have a relaxing cup of tea whilst watching ducks and swans feeding in the canal.
The boat moors on the Grand Union canal near Little Venice and the short route to her exact Google PIN location along the easy-to-access towpath will be provided after booking.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Microwave
- Oven
- Stovetop
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
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: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
- Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this houseboat?
This houseboat is situated in City of Westminster within a short 19-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and also 9 minutes on foot from Queensway. You'll also find Hyde Park and Marble Arch within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this houseboat?
No, there isn't parking at this 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.
Are there hot tubs at Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this houseboat.
Does this houseboat provide breakfast?
No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this houseboat allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this houseboat.
Does this houseboat have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this houseboat.
How close is the airport from this houseboat?
The closest major airport to this houseboat is London City Airport (LCY), which is 13.6 mi away (59 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 17.8 mi away (44-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends.
Reviews
Lovely Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends Reviews
6.0
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
Reviews
8/10 Good
Derek D.
Oct 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Derek D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
Jules S.
Sep 21, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not accurately described
We booked to stay on this canal boat in London. When we arrived at the property we had to climb across another boat to get to the boat we rented. This was never mentioned in the listing and is very unsafe. Had we known this up front we would have never booked the property. There were also very steep stairs in to the property with no handrail, which was also not mentioned in the listing. Overall the conditions made us feel very unsafe and we decided that we could not stay at this property.
Jules S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
william ronald
Sep 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely “out of the box” experience for us Canadians. Slowly rocked to sleep under such a cozy comforter. Every neighbour we met with so friendly in the area. Lovely pub nearby. Highly recommend this boat and the experience with the owners. Thank you so much and we will back
william ronald
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024