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Pretty Narrowboat moored in Private Garden, (sleeps 4), Hanwell, West London.

2.0 star property

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Interior
Property grounds
Microwave, stovetop
WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, stovetop

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry

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London, England
  • Place, Ealing Broadway Shopping Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wembley Stadium
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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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.

Pretty Narrowboat moored in Private Garden, (sleeps 4), Hanwell, West London.

'Dorothy' is moored in the grounds of a Grade II listed 1839 Lock Cottage in Hanwell, West London, nestled at the confluence of the River Brent and Grand Union Canal. This unique location, urban accessibility amongst wild tranquility, makes a stay here a unique offering, where you can easily explore the city whilst also relaxing in what feels like countryside!

Just a two minute walk from The Fox pub there are 11 parks, Hanwell Zoo, an award-winning Dodo micro pub, locally renowned chip shop ‘The Golden Wonder’, as well as a choice of restaurants and all the amenities of Hanwell on the doorstep. One of “The Times Best Places to Live” Hanwell has easy access to central London via the new, speedy Elizabeth line via Hanwell station, or the Piccadilly line via Boston Manor station.

Dorothy is a lovingly renovated (69ft) narrowboat with all the mod cons: central heating, log burner, TV, Wi-Fi, kitchen (with microwave, kettle and hob etc), hot shower, 2 loos, a seating / dining area and two very comfortable double beds,(we’ve been told)! She's also hooked up to shore power mains electricity so you can plug in phones or computers. For year round comfort she’s super cozy in winter and, with her powerful, wall-mounted bedroom fans, she’s also cool on warm summer nights.

In spring and summer Dorothy is surrounded by a vibrant wildflower meadow that slopes down the river bank to the water’s edge. This serene spot, in a designated conservation area, feels like a countryside escape despite being in West London. Guests can spot skylarks at nearby Warren Farm or rare peregrine falcons soaring above Ealing Hospital, making it one of the capital’s most unexpected wildlife havens. The boat is regularly visited by waterfowl including: Herons, cormorants, coots, ducks, swans and their chicks and goslings. We have a small platform adrift from the rear of the boat especially for the moorhens, that also call this home.

Boat layout
Moored in our private, secure garden, you enter Dorothy at the stern where there is an outdoor seating bench. Through the rear door you follow the steps down to the first bedroom (double bed), then through to bathroom number 1 (toilet, sink and shower). This is followed by bedroom number 2 (double bed), and a further bathroom (toilet and sink only). Doors can separate the bedrooms for added privacy, making it an ideal space for couples and small families (children must be above the age of six years old please). Beyond the seating area is a fully equipped kitchen which includes a hob, microwave, fridge (and small freezer compartment), toaster, kettle, sink and work surfaces. There is also a comfortable seating and dining area with a log burner and 32 inch television (with Freeview as well as Netflix/ Prime etc). There is also an extensive library of over 500 DVDs and a selection of board games to round off the on-board entertainment!

Dorothy is famous!
You may have seen Dorothy before, as she was the star of the ITV2/Hulu comedy series “Zomboat”! Most of which was also filmed on the doorstep, the Grand Union Canal.

Things to note:
We do not accept children under the age of 6yrs.
For safety reasons we kindly ask you do not board the boat roof or gunwales.
This is a residential area, please respect our neighbours (we ask for quiet after 11pm).
Dorothy is not suitable for parties.
River water levels can change, the height of stepping on and off the boat can vary in heavy rainfall.
Please be aware there are a few steps leading down to the boat (which may not be ideal for everyone with disabilities).

Please do ask us any questions, we want you to enjoy your stay!
During your stay at this houseboat, you'll be close to Wembley Stadium. Enjoy features like laundry facilities.
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by car from Thames River and 11 minutes from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Pretty Narrowboat moored in Private Garden, (sleeps 4), Hanwell, West London. offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This London houseboat is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Hob
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
We kindly ask that you turn off the heating and lights when you leave.
Please return your keys to the lockbox on the black gate and make sure the gate is securely shut behind you (lockbox code 9771)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: NB: We accept children from the age of 6years +

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.