Situated 21 km from Hylands Park, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 37 km from Adventure Island, Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat offers accommodation located in Little Baddow. The air-conditioned accommodation is 14 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from Freeport Braintree. The boat is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. The boat has a picnic area and a barbecue. Stansted Mountfitchet Station is 41 km from Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat, while Upminster is 43 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 34 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful location in a gorgeous boat. Hosts were great and the communication clear and really helpful. The beds were comfy and the boat was clean and well maintained. We loved how the accommodation was unusual and something different. It was...
  • Norley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely surroundings, very accommodating owners, very cosy boat to stay on.
  • Liliia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great idea, relaxing on the boat, we really enjoyed it. Perfect for a weekend away in a quiet peaceful place. The boat was warm, lots of different little things you need, you only need to take food, if you like barbecue there is everything for...

Host Information

10
10
Host review score
Host review score

Willow "Cottage on the river" Stunning wide beam narrowboat. ( Static Mooring ) This idyllic ribbon of water, nestles in a willow lined valley brimmed with peace and tranquillity. A true paradise for anglers, walkers, artists, birdwatchers and small boat enthusiasts. Surround yourself in the beauty of the Chelmer and Blackwater canal, discover the 12 locks and bridges, stretching from Heybridge Basin sea lock to Chelmsford city centre.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 16:00

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

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.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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 not allowed.

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

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

Legal information

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

FAQs about Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat

  • Check-in at Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is 1.7 miles from the centre of Little Baddow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.