Cosy 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?
Your canal boat sleeps 4 adults in its super-king bed & double-bed sofa. 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 the city's most famous landmarks.
The canal boat offers a bright open-plan kitchen and lounge, full bathroom, spacious 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 towpath pedestrians or ducks feeding in the canal.
The boat moors on the Grand Union canal near Little Venice and the short route to her exact 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.
Full of historical character, the boat was recently carefully renovated to retain original period features including the oak wood, brass fixtures and ceramic tiling - notably in the kitchen and bathroom.
This canal boat was originally built in Sheffield but spent many of years of service in the branches of the Oxford canal before making its way down to central London.
The eco-centric canal boat runs on solar power with new energy efficient powerbanks are available for electricity and to charge all your phones, laptops and LED lights throughout the boat.
You may find staying on our canal boat a more interesting and unusual experience than your standard hotel or apartment - and our boat has what you need for a memorable break in central London.
Servizi della struttura
Connessione Internet
La sistemazione offre la connessione Internet Wi-Fi
Parcheggio e trasferimenti
Parcheggio in loco
Cucina
Angolo cottura
Forno
Frigorifero
Piano cottura
Stoviglie, piatti e utensili da cucina
Camere da letto
Camera da letto
Lenzuola fornite dalla struttura
Bagno
1 bagno
Asciugamani forniti in loco
Carta igienica
Doccia
Sapone
Vasca o doccia
Spazi a disposizione
Camino
Intrattenimento
Giochi
Comfort
Riscaldamento
Animali
Non sono ammessi gli animali domestici
Idoneità e accessibilità
Struttura riservata ai non fumatori
Servizi e dotazioni
Cambio degli asciugamani su richiesta
Cambio delle lenzuola (su richiesta)
Misure di sicurezza
Rilevatore di monossido di carbonio (l'host ha indicato che la struttura è dotata di un rilevatore di monossido di carbonio)
Rilevatore di fumo (l'host ha indicato che la struttura è dotata di un rilevatore di fumo)
Informazioni generali
Asciugamani con cambio su richiesta
Cambio delle lenzuola su richiesta
Compostaggio
Dimensioni dell'unità: 22 metri quadrati
Docce a risparmio idrico
Energia solare
Finestre con doppi vetri
Illuminazione a LED (almeno l'80%)
Interruttori a risparmio energetico nelle camere
Non si usano bastoncini di plastica per mescolare il caffè
Non si usano bottiglie di plastica per le bibite
Non si usano cannucce di plastica
Prodotti ecosostenibili per le pulizie
Riciclo
Servizi igienici a risparmio idrico
Stoviglie e posate riutilizzabili
Tazze riutilizzabili
Trattamento responsabile degli animali selvatici in cattività
Riceverai un'e-mail dall'host con istruzioni relative al check-in e al check-out
Le informazioni fornite dalla struttura potrebbero essere tradotte con strumenti di traduzione automatica.
Animali domestici
Animali domestici non ammessi
Bambini e letti aggiuntivi
Si accettano prenotazioni che includono bambini.
Eventi
Non è consentito organizzare eventi
Politica fumatori
Non è consentito fumare
Informazioni importanti
Da ricordare
Questa struttura è gestita da un privato, che la affitta unicamente a titolo personale (non in ambito commerciale, imprenditoriale o professionale). I diritti dei consumatori stabiliti dalla legge europea, compreso il diritto di recesso, non si applicano alla tua prenotazione, ma restano valide le condizioni di cancellazione stabilite dall'host privato.
Per eventuali ospiti aggiuntivi possono essere previsti supplementi, variabili in base alla politica della struttura.
All'arrivo, oltre a un documento di identità comprensivo di foto, potrebbero essere richieste una carta di credito/debito o una caparra in contanti per eventuali spese accessorie.
Tutte le richieste speciali sono soggette a disponibilità al momento dell'arrivo e possono comportare spese aggiuntive. Le richieste speciali non sono garantite.
Le feste in loco e gli eventi di gruppo sono severamente vietati.
Possibilità di affitto a lungo termine.
Gli impianti della struttura sono alimentati con energia solare.
L'host ha indicato la presenza di un rilevatore di monossido di carbonio in struttura.
L'host ha indicato la presenza di un rilevatore di fumo in struttura.
Questa struttura è gestita tramite il nostro partner Vrbo. Riceverai un'e-mail da Vrbo con un link al tuo account, dove potrai modificare o cancellare la prenotazione
Domande frequenti
Gli animali sono accettati presso Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
No, questa struttura non accetta animali domestici.
Quanto costa il parcheggio presso Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
Presso la struttura è disponibile un parcheggio in loco.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 15:00.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
Orario del check-out: 10:00.
Dove si trova Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?
A 2 km da luoghi d'interesse come Area Commerciale di Paddington Central, Hyde Park e Lord's Cricket Ground, questa casa galleggiante vanta una buona posizione in zona City of Westminster. Kensington High Street e Marble Arch si trovano ugualmente a meno di 3 km di distanza. Stazione della metro di Royal Oak è a 7 minuti a piedi, mentre Stazione della metro di Warwick Avenue è a 8 minuti.
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10/10 Eccellente
Susan T.
19 giu 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
A great adventure
Manager was very obliging and helped us settle in. It was a great experience! We loved it!
Susan T.
Soggiorno di 2 notti a giugno 2025
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10/10 Eccellente
Cara T.
24 mag 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Such a unique and wonderful experience
We stayed here for a special occasion and it didn't disappoint. The boat is very well positioned, with great access to a cafe and restuarant, and easily located. The host was very accommodating, easy to communicate with and the check in/check out process very straight forward.The beds are comfortable, plenty of linen and the shower surprisingly good for a canal boat.We were offered the opportunity to have a private tour down the canal too, for an extra cost, and this was a lively way to end our stay.Thank you!
Cara T.
Soggiorno di 1 notte a maggio 2025
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8/10 Buono
Neil... -.
4 ott 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione e posizione
Off grid for a few days
Great fun to be in the middle of London and yet be "off grid". LV is a delightful suburb too.
Neil... -.
Soggiorno di 5 notti a settembre 2024
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6/10 Soddisfacente
Stephen K.
13 giu 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
A canal boat - exactly as described
It is a canal boat on a canal in the center of London. The description is accurate, and you certainly can't beat the location, or the accomodation if you are looking for something really quite different. The boats are parked side-by-side, close together and walking up and down the canal is fun and you can get to all parts of London very easily. The accomodation is small and very basic, and not for everyone, but as they say "it does what it says on the tin".
Stephen K.
Soggiorno di 2 notti a giugno 2025
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10/10 Eccellente
Dan Brun P.
14 giu 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione e posizione
Great neighborhood and great host
All very pleasant and well functioning, especially the communication with the host.
A great experience of “camping in central London”. Hot bath functioned perfectly, but keep in mind that the rest of tje toilet facilities are also on camping level 😅
Dan Brun P.
Soggiorno di 12 notti a giugno 2024
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10/10 Eccellente
Silke H.
22 ott 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Besonders Erlebnis
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit auf dem Hausboot - es ist super zentral gelegen, der Host Thomas kümmert sich sofort bei Fragen und hat uns sogar eine Runde mit dem Boot auf dem Kanal gefahren.
Das Bad ist klein mit allem, was man braucht. Die Toilette ist ein Campingklo und die Dusche muss ca. 40 min. Vorheizen.
Es ist eine Küche an Bord mit allem, was man so braucht. Wir haben allerdings immer nur gefrühstückt.
Die Kinder fanden es großartig- definitiv ein besonderes Erlebnis, um eine Woche in London zu verbringen!!
Silke H.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a ottobre 2024
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8/10 Buono
ALISON G.
19 nov 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
A very comfy stay, good value for central London
I’d never stayed on a canal boat before and it was very cosy, beautifully restored and comfortable. It is a boat, though, so bring a sense of adventure. There’s not much by way of shops in the immediate area so I recommend bringing some supplies. I also recommend checking in while it’s light so it’s easier to set up wifi, heating, etc. Thank you to Thomas for being responsive to my questions.
ALISON G.
Soggiorno di 3 notti a novembre 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Andrew L.
25 feb 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Wonderful Adventure on a Boat
I stayed with my wife and two children (9 and 12) and we had a great time. Thomas, the host, was super responsive the first day when we had a question, and showed up in a few hours to show us how things worked by himself. Thank you!
The boat is pretty much exactly as shown on the pictures - in good repair and very comfortable given the space. My wife and kids thought it was a great adventure to find the boat and figure out how it all worked.
We didn't try to cook on board but there were many good restaurants near by within a few minutes walk.
This was a great way to experience a canal boat without worrying about actually having to pilot one.
Andrew L.
Soggiorno di 2 notti a febbraio 2024
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6/10 Soddisfacente
Janine P.
24 apr 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Non mi è piaciuto: Comunicazione
First time in London
The boat did not have electricity and it was pretty chilly at night. The internet connection was not available. towels need upgrading limited hot water very close quarters, not really suitable for more than 2 people the location isgood as it is very close to paddington station and cafes and bars and a small convenience store. We could not use the cabin lights because we were told it would drain the battery. There were small chargeable lights, but no means to charge them. The exterior of the boat and the entrance to the boat could be more welcoming. We got lost looking for the boat and tried to phone the owner but the number had been disconnected. When we found an internet connection we received a call from the owner. He was responding to messages we had sent and he very kindly rescued us.
Janine P.
Soggiorno di 4 notti ad aprile 2025
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4/10 Scarso
Joe P.
7 dic 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Comunicazione
Non mi è piaciuto: Accuratezza dell’annuncio
Fun idea, but much more primitive than expected
This seemed like such a fun idea, and we were incredibly excited about staying in such a unique place. The area is very compact, but that wasn't the issue. We started having concerns when we got the instructions for the boat a few days before our stay. It was much more limited than expected, and the ability to use basic equipment was not possible (hair dryers, etc.). We were there during an cold snap, but the guide we received said there was heat. Once we were there, we discovered that the only AC power came from a free standing battery pack (which was at 25% even without us using it). We initially tried using the heat, and it helped. However, the host stopped by and told us that equipment was only for hot water production, and not for heating the space. The only functional heat for the actual space was a very small fireplace, which was on the opposite end of the boat from the sleeping area. All of that to say, we absolutely froze. We could see our breath while we were trying to sleep and left for a hotel the next morning. I do think this could be a fun and unique rental, but the advance disclosures should be more specific, and should be provided before your funds are swept so you could choose to opt out. In the spring, or early fall, our experience would have probably been better, but it is my opinion that this rental should really not be offered once winter starts. The host was engaged and responsive, but we found it impossible to complete our stay.
Joe P.
Soggiorno di 3 notti a novembre 2024
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10/10 Eccellente
Mike B.
12 nov 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
This was such a wonderful and unique way to spend a few nights in London - both the narrowboat itself and the location. Staying on the water is a world apart from any hotel experience, The rustic charms and quirks of narrowboat living and the sense of community with other boat dwellers made it special. Everything was spotlessly clean and communication throughout was great. There’s also a great pub just across the footbridge! Highly recommended for a couple in search of something beyond the conventional. It’s basic (it’s a boat after all) and it’s authentic. If you want all the frills of fancy hotels this is probably not for you. But for anyone in search of the cosy, the fun, the intimate and the offbeat it hits the spot. Loads of character. We loved it. And somehow, being on the water, we slept like the proverbial logs!
Mike B.
Soggiorno di 2 notti a ottobre 2025
Verificata
4/10 Scarso
Peter D.
22 set 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Posizione
Non mi è piaciuto: Check-in e accuratezza dell’annuncio
The boat has charm. The location, Little Venice, is nice, with good access to central London via the underground. Facilities are much more basic than is clear on the vrbo site. Owner requests that used toilet paper goes in a bin not the Porta Potti toilet, hot water for a very brief (1 min) shower requires the boat’s engine to run for 40mins, almost all the electricity comes from a battery pack which is limited. Clearer Instructions on how stuff worked arrived day two. Owner responsive via vrbo message. WiFi router provided day two but drains battery pack. Fridge doesn’t really work. A lot of effort went into managing to live there rather than getting on with our holiday.