Montrose is a beautiful narrowboat situated on a tranquil canal. Take it easy at this unique getaway surrounded by nature. It is nestled in the countryside between the Cotswolds and The Wye Valley, a short drive from Gloucester and Sharpness docks. The opportunity for a quiet, relaxing stay, watching the swans swim by. Local tourist attractions include; Vale of Berkeley railway, Purton ship's graveyard, cattle country farm park, Slimbridge wildfowl and wetlands trust, Cotswold Way and more!
The space
Montrose is a narrowboat offering accommodation for up to 4 persons via 2 double beds in a traditional open plan living space. Your booking is for a stay on the boat whilst it is moored to the bank.
Bespoke packages can be arranged including skippered cruising along the sharpness canal, price available on request. Other packages such as cream tea/ vegan brunch/ other celebration options can also be organised.
The Space:
2 beds (one is a convertible sofa in the living area), one shower room. Shared showers and toilets (key access) are also available for you to use 24 hours a short walk up the tow path.
Living area with sofa, dining area with table and 2 chairs.
Kitchen area with fridge-freezer and gas 2 ring hob. Kettle, hot and cold water. Log burning stove. 240v electric supply with sockets and USB.
Seating area looking over the water with 2 bench seats large enough for 4 guests.
Guest access
Exclusive access to entire boat for static use.
Amenities:
Cleaning products • Hot water • Indoor fireplace: wood-burning • Smoke alarm • Fire extinguisher • Bed linens • Basic refrigerator • Dishes and silverware • Carbon monoxide alarm • Cooking basics
Vertrouwen is a 110 year old Dutch barge. Every inch has been hand made, saved or laid with care and attention to detail.
The barge is designed to be completely off-grid (but we do have shore power as backup) and the systems run themselves, so you can enjoy an effortless stay.
The barge is located on the beautiful Gloucester to Sharpness Canal, close to the banks of the river Severn. Come and enjoy the bird song, dark nights, romantic walks and wind down with a bath and log fire.
The space
We often hear it is bigger than people expected. So yes that is a full size piano in the photos!
We made everything you can see (and can't) on the boat. The kitchen and dining table are made from a single tree I myself felled and milled. And what we didn't make, we often found second hand and restored - like the brass taps and ships lights and oak floors.
Guest access
You have access to the bedrooms and living room/kitchen and bathroom as standard.
Please use the outside garden, deck and rowing boat as you wish.
Other things to note
Please read the house rules and house manual. We want you to get the most out of your stay and want to be sure you are able to look after the wooden surfaces as we ask.
Amenities:
Canal view • Hot water • Shower gel • River view • Eco product conditioner • Eco product shampoo • Eco product body soap • Washer • Cleaning products • Bathtub
The UK's only stay-aboard historic Lightship, LV14 SULA ⚓
Guest access
The Humber Suite apartment is all yours. You will have exclusive use of the entire self-contained space, at the bow of the ship with a private entrance. Your hosts live permanently onboard in a separate area at the stern of the ship.
Amenities:
City skyline view • Out of Eden shampoo • Hair dryer • Park view • Cleaning products • River view • Canal view • Harbor view • Courtyard view • Garden view
