Houseboat holiday rentals in British Isles

City Centre Location - Unique Romantic Canal Boat

💙 WELCOME TO FLOATING HOMESTAYS 💙 An adorable pet-friendly, romantic hideaway in heart of Manchester. Quirky interior inspired by 1950’s Havana. Showpiece is an honesty bar with wine, spirits & cigars. Kitchen equipped for cooking with some light breakfast provided (coffee/tea/cereal/milk/OJ). Shower/sink/toilet. Double bed & single couch. Central heating and wood burner. Bedroom overlooks an attractive plant filled deck to enjoy the city whilst remaining sequestered from the outside world.

The Floating Terrarium

The Floating Terrarium one of Airbnb’s OMG winning designs. A biophilic haven in the city: TFT is a luxury, eco-conscious, off-grid, one bed widebeam. A unique experience that will have you immersed in over 150 plants, conveniently situated on the canal in East London’s coolest area, Hackney. 10 min walk to local transport + tonnes of local shops & bars a stones throw away. Personalised location guides available on request! *Additional fee for pets *£100 charge for overflowing the toilet

Hamble River Beds

This luxury, self-catering accommodation is berthed at Cabin Boatyard, on the scenic River Hamble whether business or holiday it offers you a unique experience. For safety reasons, it is unsuitable for children under 5. Made from sustainable and recycled materials, it is fully insulated and has underfloor heating, so you can enjoy this river living experience all year round in complete comfort. Let us know if the booking is for a special occasion. Checkin times are between 4pam and 6 pm.

Unique Houseboat Experience | Central City Break

⚓️ UNIQUE LUXURY CITY CENTRE STAY ⚓️ 🎗️Guest Favourite (see reviews) ★ Safe, luxurious and different ★ 5 minute walk to York centre attractions ★ Short walk to trendy local ‘Bishy Road’ ★ 3 bedrooms bedding & towels provided ★ Full kitchen with all mod cons ★ Bathroom with bath, shower & eco-friendly toiletries ★ Free on-street parking ★ Sun deck for wonderful river views ★ Cool in summer and warm in winter. Centrally heated ★ Child friendly, life jackets available ★ Super fast internet

The Quirky Houseboat Dodge

A unique opportunity to stay in a floating piece of artwork. The carapace is an upturned lifeboat hull mounted on a Dodge fire engine. Moored on estuarine mudflats on the River Adur. Sit outside and enjoy the RSPBs' smallest reserve. Cross the towpath to the park and playground, 2 minutes walk to beach, 10 minutes to town centre. The Dodge is loved by adults and children and featured in CBBC’s All Over The Place. It is comfy and cosy, sleeps 5 (two doubles and optional single bed).

Tranquil Water Cabin on the River Avon near Bath

The Water Cabin is conveniently located 10 mins from Bath on one of the best spots of the river surrounded by scenic views It will feel like you are a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Included within your stay free to use are paddle boards, kayaks and bikes which mean it’s not just a stay but an experience & creates some great opportunities for memories & photos. - 3 local pubs within 5 mins walk - Cycle track to Bristol/Bath 2mins - Skyline walk in Bath

Jellybean- cutest mini houseboat retreat ever!

'Jellybean' is a lovingly restored 1974 TINY houseboat nestled on the mudflats of an RSPB bird reserve on the West Sussex coast. She is one of the smallest narrowboats in the world- 15ft long and 5ft10” high. She is perfectly formed and has all you need to switch off and relax!. The beach is only a 2 minute walk away, and Shoreham by Sea, Worthing and Brighton are all easily accessible. Jellybean is an ideal safe space for solo travellers or couples searching for a peaceful retreat

Peaceful lake side cabin

Get cozy and settle into this rustic little space. It’s a very peaceful spot to sit and watch the king fishers, swallows & wild deer. The outer kitchen has a wood burning stove, no extra charges for wood, coal & fire lighters. There’s a double gas hob & BBQ. Kitchen sink with hot water. Toilet. Indoor hot shower. Large towels provided. Table & chairs. Inside the cabin there is heating for chilly evenings. Cozy up on the comfy love chair. Or sit on the decking to star gaze.

Liverpool floating sanctuary

Floating home Kinsan- a rustic urban retreat that sits on Liverpool’s historic waterways, just minutes from all of the city's attractions. The organic wood studio was designed with generous proportions, simple finishes- keeping the boat airy, yet cosy. Panoramic windows flood the bow terrace & bedroom with natural light; offering stunning views across the water from the luxurious expanse of a 4 poster super king bed. The ideal bolt hole to explore the city of Liverpool.