Boat vacation rentals in South West England

Overall, everything about the accommodation was a pleasant surprise. Cleanliness, communication, and charm were all as good as it gets, and Joyce was a delightful host. Staying in a boat along with the time spent exploring the canal on foot really made the trip. Thanks!

Thank you Andrew, we loved staying in your quirky Airbnb. The boat was cosy & warm. You were welcoming & knowledgeable. Left the car at the location & got the number 3 bus into Bath for the Christmas markets - fab location. Thank you

We had a lovely weekend on Calypso to celebrate a birthday and attend the Boat Show. Poole harbour is beautiful and there is all you need ( Tesco, restaurants etc) within a few mins walk of the boat. The boat is large and we were very warm and comfortable. Certainly a different experience for us.

We had a great stay on Sea-E-O, very well equipped and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. The beds were super comfortable! A lovely location to sit out on deck and watch the world go by (just a boat every now and again!). I can imagine going back in the summer, with a book and glass of something cold in hand! A short walk into lymington which is lovely, great places to eat, a lovely market and the kids enjoyed crab fishing on the quay. We throughly enjoyed our weekend away - thank you!

Very nice boat both outside and inside, ideally moored in the immediate vicinity of essential amenities and free parking. It is very comfortable and well-equipped, nothing was missing. Rose is a particularly charming host, very welcoming and attentive. Her words, rich in local history including family history in line with the decoration and the documents she leaves us at our disposal are a great introduction to discovering Cherbourg and the surrounding area. To conclude: everything was perfect and as described!

A stone's throw from the Princess Theatre. Lots of restaurants/ bars within easy walking distance. Marina facilities very good. Hosts friendly with good local knowledge/ recommendations.

Hi all. I share my impressions about the yacht: we were with friends for 2 days on the yacht. Very clean, has everything you need to stay, the owner is very friendly. To meet the dawn on the pier is a special pleasure. Will definitely come back and recommend to everyone

We stayed on the Gin Odyssey for the bank holiday weekend. Ric, the owner and host could not have been more accommodating. Clear instructions before arrival, all the information we needed for our break, wifi passwords, local recommendations he could not have been more helpful. The boat is located in a really good location, next to beach for fishing and crabbing and a 10minute walk from the harbour and restaurants. As a family of 5 with one younger child there was plenty for everyone. Highly recommended to anyone wanting something a bit different.

We stayed here over the weekend of 17 August. The communication with the host was excellent. We arranged a time to meet and Steve met us at the marina, showed us how to access the marina, shower and toilet facilities and the boat. The marina is such a lovely setting. There were five of us and two small dogs. There was plenty of room for us all. We were very placed for the beach, restaurants and bars. It’s also very close to the theatre. We mostly used the shower and toilets at the marina, but there is a shower and toilet onboard. There was clean bedding, kettle, single hob stove, cutlery, pans and utensils. We all had a great time and would definitely stay again

Sébastien is very friendly, flexible and kind. The boat was really nice !

Matt communicated to us on the way down and was there to greet us. The Marina is lovely and has its own Shower Block with gated access to give you that extra feeling of security. Regardless if you’ve been on a Yacht before, don’t worry, Matt went through the details in respect to where to find things (stowage)… including the breakfast bar he had left out for us. The boat was lovely and quirky! Only downside was the weather but we will let Matt off with that one. Thanks buddy!

Claude was lovely and very welcoming. Helped us clearly with what to do and where to go. Was very friendly and the boat was so nice to stay on. we really had a great time and hope to stay again soon

Great overnight stay on Mischief, which was a treat for my husband’s birthday whilst attending the boat show. Kathy was available upon check in to show us around the boat. A quirky little stay, ideal for anyone who was looking for something alternative to the usual Airbnb & hotels. We had a great stay, thank you Kathy

Ok, so let me write an honest review. I’m Not sure what people are moaning about but here goes… We have travelled across the world and stayed in many different quirky locations but this was one of my top five! I’m boat mad and have always wanted to own a yacht but unless I win the lottery… this is the closest I’ll ever get. The yacht was clean and tidy, it’s 60 years old!! It’s not new. The bed was massive and extremely comfy. I haven’t slept that well in years. The kitchen was not the same as at home because, you aren’t at home! The toilets were in perfect working order. Anyone who knows boats knows how to use them efficiently. The Hot tub was the highlight. I spent almost my entire stay in there! It’s private and peaceful. I personally didn’t want to get out ever! The TV has all the latest apps like Netflix. The heating was adequate but we did leave it on all the time as it is March! I would definately stay again, they were lucky I didn’t move in! Thank you for a great stay x

Excellent stay on Thibaut's sailboat. It's a sailboat that has its own charm and is very comfortable. In addition, with the sunset and sunrise, it's really lucky to have been able to admire this view! Thibaut is also a very available and attentive person. I would definitely stay again again:)

Our stay on Doffy was absolutely divine. This beautiful boat is surprisingly spacious, incredibly comfy and a little slice of sea life luxury in an idyllic setting. Graham and Emma have thought of everything, and all the little touches they’ve added make you feel straight at home the second you step aboard. They were friendly and informative from the off, and provided some great local recommendations. Watchet is ideal for a relaxing break, with eateries and attractions just steps away from the picturesque marina. Thank you, Graham and Emma. You made my big birthday one to remember. Doffy is a true gem, and we can’t wait to be back on the sun deck in the not too distant future!

It's not a big boat. It's not a new boat. But it's a great place to spend a relaxing night on the water. You feel like you are part of the sailing community! Clean good showers and toilets just five minutes walk away. Shops and old city fifteen minute walk away.

Lovely stay. Boats felt luxurious and the double-ended bath was an added bonus. Everything you need for high-quality self-catering too.

A place that disconnects from the weather and the world, the weather was with us for this family weekend

Had a lovely stay on Martyn’s boat. Peaceful setting with nice walks along the towpath. It’s compact & no frills, but everything you need is there and the log burner warms it up super quick. Makes it very cosy.