Narrowboat Puzzle

The Boat Yard, Ely, CB7 4BN, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>33</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
33 reviews

We spent 2 nights on Puzzle in November - not the best time to stay on a narrowboat in England but the brilliant central heating made it totally possible. It was very cosy and had absolutely everything we needed. If you're looking for something unique and bespoke, this is definitely the place for you. Martin was an excellent host, meeting us and allowing us to be flexible in checking in and out. There were a few little extras waiting for us on board which were much appreciated plus tea/coffee and condiments etc. For our second night, we bought food from the Tesco superstore (5 minutes walk away) and cooked in. It's a shame the weather was too chilly to sit outside on the deck for drinks or breakfast or to open the side hatches but we'll just have to come again when it's warmer! Ely is a great place and I highly recommend the cathedral tour and Octagon Tower tour.

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Narrowboat Puzzle

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Boasting river views, Narrowboat Puzzle features accommodation on a 60-foot narrowboat in Ely, around 2 km from Ely Cathedral. This boat comes with central heating, an equipped kitchen, a seating area, and a flat-screen Freeview TV. Guest can relax on the sun deck and have a drink at the nearby pubs. Ely train station is a 6-minute walk away, with links to Cambridge and London. London Stansted Airport is 74 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
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  • Vivster
    Italy Italy
    “We spent 2 nights on Puzzle in November - not the best time to stay on a narrowboat in England but the brilliant central heating made it totally possible. It was very cosy and had absolutely everything we needed. If you're looking for something...”
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Puzzle is moored in an ideal location; great for a weekend stay in Ely.”
  • Christopher
    Mexico Mexico
    “Well located close to the centre of Ely, plenty of restaurants in easy reach and in the centre of town. Peaceful mooring, with parking available nearby. Close to train station (~5 minute walk). Narrow boat is modern and very well appointed, with...”

Hosted by Martin

9.2
9.2
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Martin
Puzzle is a luxury bespoke narrowboat, which has been fitted out to the highest standard. She offers all the comforts of a top end luxury flat and is moored in the historic cathedral city of Ely, with excellent rail links to Cambridge and London.
I live with my wife, daughter and 2 cats in Ely, Cambridgeshire. My hobbies include hiking and sailing and travelling in my campervan.
This is no ordinary overnight stay. Narrowboat Puzzle has been finished to the highest standards by craftsmen who are amongst Britain's best boat-builders. Puzzle is perhaps not only one of the best narrowboats on Britain's inland waterways, she is arguably moored in one of most desirable locations there is, on the waterfront the the heart of the Cathedral City of Ely. Central London can be reached in just over 1 hour by train and Cambridge is a mere 20 minutes train journey or 30 minutes by car. We are located next to some excellent pubs and bars too. If you prefer cook for yourself, Ely has a superb range of shops and supermarkets, all of which are only a short walk from Puzzle.
Language spoken: English

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Facilities of Narrowboat Puzzle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 05:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    		£20 per person, per night

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 extra bed available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note access is via a few small steps and sometimes along a pontoon and/or other boats, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Narrowboat Puzzle

    • The prices at Narrowboat Puzzle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Narrowboat Puzzle is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Narrowboat Puzzle is 850 yards from the centre of Ely. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Narrowboat Puzzle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):