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Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Internet
  • Laundry room
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Richmond, England
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

About this property

Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens

Seahorse is a Dutch Barge originally built in 1906. She is now a very comfortable houseboat on the Thames. Enjoy being surrounded by nature, whilst being only 30 minutes by train from the centre of London. Kew is a fantastic area. Visit the royal botanical gardens which are only 5 minutes away or enjoy some good food and a drink in one of the many cozy pubs. Seahorse has a great deck that you can sit on and watch the world go by on the Thames. If its too chilly to sit outside, relax in the wheelhouse which has 360 degree views of the Thames.

Parking a car is difficult in London, and we do not have private parking. There are options that we can help you with, especially if you don't plan to move your car for the duration of your stay, but we would recommend coming without one- and then using public transport-

Seahorse is a historic boat, and not a brand new AirBnB- so may not suit all travellers! We re-paint and clean it on a regular basis but as everything is bespoke, it can be a challenge to keep it pristine.

If you are after 5 star hotel luxury, then maybe this isn't for you. But If you want something a bit different and are up for a bit of an adventure, Seahorse is a fantastic place to stay whilst visiting London. You will be living on the river, so you might be woken up by a goose landing on the roof, or have other close encounters with wildlife. If you a lucky you might even see a curious seal swimming past the window!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11932814
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

About the area

Richmond

Richmond is home to this houseboat. Twickenham Stadium and Wimbledon Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kensington High Street and Cromwell Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stamford Bridge Stadium or Royal Albert Hall.
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Richmond, England

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Thames Path - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gtech Community Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gunnersbury Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Kew Bridge Station - 6 min walk
  • Kew Gardens Underground Station - 16 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victoria Plaza Cafe & Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Traveller - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kew Roastery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Orangery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Legends - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houseboat on the Thames in London next to Kew Gardens located?

Situated in Richmond, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Thames River and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Syon Park and Richmond Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kew Gardens Underground Station is 16 minutes by foot and Kew Gardens Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked very well for my sister and her family and dogs. The boat stayed beautifully warm thank goodness, as it was a cold few days over Christmas. All the instructions on using bath, shower, heating etc were very clear. The location was great - very easy to get around. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time on the Seahorse! Was hard to leave the boat and do things in London. The first morning when ducks, geese, rowing teams and outrigger paddlers cruised by the three big picture windows in the living room/kitchen I knew we had the right place. Patrick was responsive to questions and very quick to address little things that came up.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

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