Featuring river views, Cambridge Boat Hire features accommodation with a balcony, around 31 km from Audley End House. The property features city views and is 47 km from The Apex and 49 km from Ickworth House. The property is less than 1 km from the city centre and a 17-minute walk from University of Cambridge. With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom boat provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the boat. The property has an outdoor dining area. The boat has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. St John's College is less than 1 km from the boat, while Cambridge Corn Exchange is a 16-minute walk away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 48 km from Cambridge Boat Hire.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
10
High score for Chesterton
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  • Michelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Extremely helpful owner, we had the option of accessing the boat ourselves or being met. Nothing was too much trouble. every attention to detail was met, from fully equipped kitchen, welcome hamper, environmentally friendly products, fairy lights,...
  • F
    Fernando
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were a family with kids and we all enjoyed the stay in the boat. The boat is very new brand and very nice inside and the location in Cambridge very good.
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great characterful and cosy boat. Liked the location very central and we thought we ought to return but this time take the boat up the Cam.

Hosted by Cambridge Boat Hire

9.5
9.5
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Cambridge Boat Hire
Alouette is our amazing, unique, stylish narrowboat. 60ft in length she provides ample space for you and your guests. With multiple locations of moorings, depending if you want a city or rural break you can enjoy freedom like no other and unwind and relax on the Cambridgeshire waterways. Feed the swans who come knocking on your hull, and watch herons take off against the wide Fenland skies. Stay at pubs or in the middle of nowhere, take nature walks, fish or photograph, treat yourself and try something new, a Special Adventure holiday experience. Our boat handling tuition eases any worries, giving you an unforgettable trip. A brand new, modern narrowboat with all modern conveniences, light and airy inside with the traditional shape and feel on the outside. Serene river views, with wild surrounding the boat. Moor up in total isolation and enjoy the submersion of nature. Intermingle this with numerous pubs where you can moor up virtually in their garden, stop for the night and enjoy good food and drinks.
Independently built and managed, this lovely boat is one of the highest quality narrowboats you can hire in Cambridgeshire. Tim (owner) and staff will make your stay unique and customised, makes a great change to a conventional hotel.
Cambridge to Ely and the river and villages in between are fabulous, whether you're new to the area or a local resident, staying on our narrowboat give you a unique view on both cities and the nature that lies in between.
Languages spoken: English,Thai

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cambridge Boat Hire
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • River view
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Game console
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Laundry
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Thai

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Cambridge Boat Hire takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 16:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 250 is required on arrival. That's about USD 314. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Cambridge Boat Hire in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of £250 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Cambridge Boat Hire

  • The prices at Cambridge Boat Hire may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Cambridge Boat Hire is 800 yards from the centre of Chesterton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Cambridge Boat Hire is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Cambridge Boat Hire offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Walking tours