House boat

Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD

Photo gallery for Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a brightly lit stadium.
A room with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a kitchen area, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A marina with several boats docked, a clear sky, and a view through a window with curtains.
A bar area with a television displaying a movie poster, a fan, and various bar tools.
A marina with several boats docked, a small floating structure, and industrial buildings with smokestacks in the background.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Brown University

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

View map
Providence, RI
  • Place, India Point Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Brown University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnson and Wales University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

3 Single Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Parking
Apartment in historic harbor overlooking the harbor
Bristol
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Water view
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
Apartment in historic harbor overlooking the harbor

About the area

Providence

Providence is home to this houseboat. Providence Performing Arts Center and Benefit Street are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Roger Williams Park Zoo and Lincoln Woods State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Amica Mutual Pavilion, or consider a night out at Centreville Bank Stadium.
View more Houseboats in ProvidenceOpens in a new window
Map
Providence, RI

What's nearby

  • India Point Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brown University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Johnson and Wales University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rhode Island School of Design - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Providence Performing Arts Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Providence Station - 7 min drive
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fellini Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Hot Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seven Stars Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Door Taqueria - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD located?

Situated in Providence, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Providence River, Brown University and Providence Performing Arts Center. Providence Place Mall and Rhode Island Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Providence Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was awesome. Band playing at night across the river and a comfy chilling area on top of the boat was the cherry on top.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location. Old boat with not many amenities. Very cool experience for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Host responsive parking was easy beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute. Party zone, quiet while sleeping though! Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
X
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Clean room Nice Stay. Fortunate to get Handicap parking. Enjoyed weekend..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little quirky rental for a wedding/parents night away. Central to downtown and many local places. Parking was easy and the boat was adorable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little boat is in an excellent location with sights, restaurants and shops close by. Our first night, a Friday, was super loud until almost 3am but the following night was totally quiet. There must have been something big happening on Friday. Saturday I slept so well that it made up for Friday. The beds were comfy and clean but we didn’t try the shower. There is no way to cook but there is a small refrigerator to keep things cool. Erin was quick to respond and we didn’t have any issues other the the noise that one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so very quaint and what one would expect from a Vintage boat. Proximity to food, shopping etc was as stated.Beautiful scenery.However, the nightclub was very unexpected and not conducive for sleeping. If one is looking for peace, quiet and an early night this would not be recommended as a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very cool and unique place to stay! Everyone I told about it was VERY jealous and added it to their list of things to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Lots within walking distance. We had fun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an easy great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative and it was exactly as they described.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice little boat! Wish we got there sooner
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getting to the toilet was a little tricky but other than that, it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find

My friends and I enjoyed a nice stay on the boat! Beds are comfy, AC unit works great, and lots to do in the surrounding neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little boat for a fun stay. The clubs nearby were loud that night but it's part of the ambiance. The upper deck was so great for hanging out at night. Overall, highly recommend for a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is awesome and the boat is so well kept and a truly amazing experience. My friend and i would like to make this an annual tradition!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Description was accurate. Noisy area but seemed safe enough and close to clubs and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted a unique experience so staying on a boat in the marina was perfect. It’s in a great location and felt safe for two women. Everything was clean and as expected. We had rain other than our first night- so that night we took advantage of the cool upper deck of the boat.
Top deck of boat
View of Marina as we arrived (our flight had been cancelled so we arrived late).
First morning coffee on the aft deck before the rain
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was quaint and I would say rustic. However we enjoyed the ambiance and location. If you are older and not so nimble, getting into and out of the cabin could be difficult. We had no trouble finding on street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a fun experience. Very clear parking and check in instructions were provided. The boat is just adorable. We planned to go sightseeing in the area, however we decided to purchase a bottle of wine to enjoy on the top deck instead. The area was very secure, and we felt extremely safe. I would definitely recommend and I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying on this boat. No problems with check-in, and good communication with the owner. The location can't be beat, with a variety of places to go and things to do well within walking distance. And being able to sit outside on the deck with a martini was wonderful. No complaints really, though I'd suggest putting a piece of plywood under the futon mattresses to make them more comfortable, and perhaps a horizontal bar to aid in accessing the cabin. Honestly though, I'd be happy to come back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback