Entire house boat

Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.

Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.

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Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Charming Historic Boat Moored opposite Kew Gardens.

9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Water view

Explore the area

Brentford
  • Popular LocationOne Over the Ait, Kew Bridge2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCosta Coffee3 min walk
  • Popular LocationExpress Tavern4 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)17 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 3
34 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    1 twin/single bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo

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.

Enjoy stunning sunset panoramas on the tidal Thames from our beautiful, historic vessel. From her secluded garden mooring, Seacrest boasts magnificent views of Kew & Brentford Ait Nature Reserve. With fantastic transport links, she’s a riverside walk from many superb restaurants & pubs. This unique home is a comfortable, peaceful retreat, with all of Central London’s amenities at the doorstep.

There are a number of fantastic restaurants within walking distance, whether the Michelin Star Glasshouse in Kew Village, a host of cozy riverside pubs or a range of fantastic establishments in Chiswick and Richmond.

We're moored directly opposite the iconic Kew Bridge, whose arches contain a range of fantastic boutique businesses such from paddle boarding to gyms and spas. The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew across the river, whose boundary you can see from Seacreast's windows, isn't the only place to spot wildlife. Between the boat and the Botanic Gardens sits an island (Brentford Ait Nature Reserve) which was planted by Queen Victoria and provides refuge for our rarest river birds. Families of seals sometimes pass under the window, and every spring a new cluster of ducks, geese or swans nest on our garden mooring.

Kew Bridge station will take you direct to central London and is less than a 5 minute walk away, but you can also catch the river ferry from the other side of Kew Bridge, which, in spring and summer, travels downstream to Westminster or upstream to Hampton Court.

We look forward to welcoming you to our very special tidal home.

Property manager

Mark Scorer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 1 unit
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 370 square feet

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Policies

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is not required for transportation 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 neighborhood

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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - 9 min walk
  • Ealing Broadway Shopping Center - 6 min drive
  • Twickenham Stadium - 9 min drive
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 10 min drive
  • Hyde Park - 12 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.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated on a river, 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 mi (5 km). Kew Bridge Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gunnersbury Underground Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seacrest Respite
Mark a fine host Seacrest a classic old girl Fantastic location so close to Kew, train and tube stations, A plethora of fine pubs and restaurants within easy walking distance. Thank-You Mark/Anita T&V BIssett B.C. 🇨🇦
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic spot on the Thames
This is an older wooden motor yacht, delightfully equipped, and conveniently located near Kew Bridge, across from a nature sanctuary. The host could not have been more cordial and helpful. Excellent pubs in walking distance, easy access to transport and the Thames Path.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Feni B.

Great location.
The host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Fran S.

Small ship charm
Mark is a lovely host. Cheerful, helpful. This location was easy to get into town..Kew Bridge Train Station is about 5 a 5 minute walk and connects to tube system so everywhere in London was accessible. 20-30 minutes into most downtown areas. The Seacrest is rustic but comfortable. It’s a great escape from the bustle of the city…lots of beautiful water fowl to observe going about their day, sometimes quite close up. The waterless toilet is a little funky but works fine and you know you’re doing the right eco thing using it. We enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle H., Utah, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unique experience
We booked this property primarily because of its location so close to Kew Gardens. It is definitely a unique place to stay. So fascinating how the boat rested on the river bed at low tide and then the tide would rush in so quickly and the boat would gently sway as it raised with the water. The owner is very thoughtful leaving fresh flowers, fruit, and chocolates. And he’s very thorough with instructions. Know that this is not a luxury stay. Be prepared for the adventure of staying on a very old boat with a few spiders that is cramped and cluttered. If that doesn’t bother you, then you will definitely enjoy this experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So happy
This was super cool to stay on the Tamise!!! Unique experience, very short distance and easy walk (with the suitcases) from the train station to the boat. 30 minute ride to Waterloo tube station. Mark is awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023