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Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.

Riverfront houseboat in Brentford with water park

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Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3370 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

5:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Brentford
  • Popular LocationRoyal Botanic Gardens, Kew9 min walk
  • Popular LocationGunnersbury Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWestfield London Shopping Centre10 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)17 min drive

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.

Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.

Riverfront houseboat in Brentford with water park
Along with a water park, this smoke-free houseboat has a garden and barbecues. Change of towels is available on request
Air-conditioned accommodation at this houseboat offers a safe and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and computer monitors. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the houseboat include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Mark Scorer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boating on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 370 sq ft (34 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Charming Historic Boat Moored Opposite Kew Gardens
Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens. Houseboat
Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens. Brentford

About the area

Brentford

Located in Brentford, this houseboat is on a river. Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and Science Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wembley Stadium or Twickenham Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - 9 min walk
  • Gunnersbury Park - 12 min walk
  • Syon Park - 4 min drive
  • Ealing Broadway Shopping Center - 6 min drive
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Kew Bridge Station - 4 min walk
  • Gunnersbury Underground Station - 17 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Bell & Crown, Chiswick - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Express Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Orangery - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens. located?

Situated on the riverfront, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Ealing Broadway Shopping Center and Richmond Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kew Bridge Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gunnersbury Underground Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 65 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, Cozy, Unique, Lovely!
We absolutely loved our stay aboard MV Seacrest. Mark is a great host who was wonderful about communicating before and during our stay. He greeted us aboard on our first day, gave us a tour of the boat and explained some of the rules and things about our stay so check in was so easy. Seacrest is definitely a unique place to stay, but if you know going in that you’re staying on a 100+ year old ship and not a luxury cruise mega boat, you will have a fantastic stay. Yes, the boat is cozy and a little tight, but the location is fantastic, and the views are spectacular. Seeing the tide coming in and out, and the wildlife that came with it too was quite the site! And it was very easy to get around with public transit options galore nearby. There are several lovely pubs right nearby, as well as just about anything you might need with the shops in the area. We loved the Express Tavern and the Bell & Crown (just a short walk up the Thames Path toward Chiswick). After reading some of the more negative reviews when booking, I was the tiniest bit nervous. But after our stay - if you go in with the right mindset it will be a fantastic stay! And have zero concerns about the composting toilet - so simple. We really had a lovely time aboard Seacrest and it made our trip to London so special. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, fun stay
The boat was a great, fun stay in London. A few minutes walk from Kew bridge station and the buses to get around London, yet lovely and quiet. Perfect to be able to walk across the bridge into Kew. Delightful to wake up to see the birds on the river and watch the rowers practising. The rooms are snug, cosy and warm in winter but easy to open up windows to catch a breeze in summer. The beds are comfortable and the bathroom and shower are great. The kitchen is compact but all you need to make a meal. The owner leaves alot of bits and pieces too so there is always salt, oil, milk etc. completely recommend for an unusual and fun stay in London.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

darrell d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unimpressed
Dirty unsafe houseboat. Houseboat rentals must be inspected for safety. This houseboat should not be rented. The ramp rocked side to side when walking on it and at higher tides you had to duck powerless when boarding or exiting the boat. The boat leaked in several places, the kitchen was cluttered with greasy condiments and containers, the smell of mold and diesel was prevalent throughout the boat and almost every surface was cluttered with too many personal items which left no space for visitors items, without mixing them up with the hosts. It felt like we were visiting an “eccentric” bachelor uncle The only plus side was the great location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Adrian R.

great location
rustic accomadation , great location, easy walking to great pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky
If your like me and love classic older timber boats with character and history this could be your thing. Great location, absolute waterfront of course, comfortable and cosy. Mark was a great, friendly host full of great info and history about ‘Seacrest’
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan M., Bastrop, Texas USA

Do your research
This property is very small with ceilings under 5’10, we could not stay there at all. My husband is 6’2 and could not stand up straight without getting a concussion. The property owner was a lovely man, but I was ver disappointed with the description of the houseboat as a lot of information was absent and we could not get a refund. It was a sad start to our vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara H., Lantzville BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom with adult daughters
We really enjoyed the boat and the area, was a peaceful and quiet space, especially after spending time in Central London. Transit made it very easy to go anywhere. Close to Kew Gardens, can walk to the Elizabeth Gate. A boat may not be for everyone, but we loved how unique it was and all the birds nearby. Mark was very helpful and accommodating as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like no other
We had an absolutely delightful time aboard Seacrest. We lived aboard many years ago and this brought back many wonderful memories of living aboard. The location was perfect for us; easy access to any part of London on public transport, at least half the fun of the trip. The wildlife and the rowers were constant entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Me and my family had a great stay. The host was great and I love the Seacrest
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cydney J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Almost
This an antique riverboat that has been converted into an office for the host. Guests are staying on top of the host's office and personal stuff. During our stay, we were concerned about the cleanliness and layout of the boat. While the bedding and towels were clean and nice, the rest of the boat needed a good scrub. For example, there is a shelf above the bed in the main cabin. I put my glasses on the shelf. When I reached for them in the morning, dust and stuff rained down on me and the bed. We felt we had to clean all dishes and utensils before we used them. The coffee and tea equipment had a layer of scale on it. Cabins (bedrooms) and the bathroom are located below the main deck. They are accessed down a step and ladder combo that requires some agility. Guests with mobility problems will find navigating the layout of the boat tricky. The toilet is a composting unit that requires everyone (men and women) to sit for all uses. It is located in a very low area with a metal thing right in the middle of the ceiling. It is marked with caution tape, but still caused us several bumps on our heads. The boat is located in an interesting area outside central London. There are fun museums and Kew Gardens nearby. On the river Thames there is great entertainment with bird watching and river users. The host is very nice. We enjoyed meeting him. It could be a really wonderful vacation rental with cleaning and if guests were the main focus of the boat's use.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023