It's Aboat Time

It's Aboat Time: Berkshire

Stepping onto this design-led houseboat, you’ll soon see why it was featured on Channel 4’s ‘George Clarke's Amazing Spaces.’ Deceptively large and carefully styled, you’d hardly know you were on a houseboat at all – if it weren’t for the river just outside. The furnished deck is a definite highlight, equipped with outdoor seating and a fire pit. But thanks to bi-fold doors and enormous porthole windows, the indoors blends seamlessly with its surroundings. A skylight keeps things bright even on the lower level, and luxurious extras like a spa tub, underfloor heating and Alexa-controlled blinds and lighting ensure all comforts are provided. While you could easily while away all day taking in the river views, ramp up the action with a visit to Thorpe Park (within walking distance) or take part in some water sports on nearby Thorpe Lake.


Home truths:
*This houseboat is laid out over two floors with internal stairs between them
*A cot, children's dinnerware, and children's books and toys are available on request
*The third bedroom can be prepared as twins or as a double as preferred
*While one of the bathrooms isn't photographed, we expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home
*Please note that swans are known to approach the large porthole windows
*Given that the home is on the river, children should be minded at all times while on the deck and when around the large open windows
*Well-behaved pets are welcome to stay with prior approval from your host
*Private on-site parking is available
*This host doesn't allow parties of any kind here