Boasting river views, Narrowboat Puzzle features accommodations on a 60-foot narrowboat in Ely, around 1.2 mi 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 46 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full 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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  • Steven
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was such that we could walk to everything we wanted in Ely, e.g., the Cathedral, Tesco, etc.
  • 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.

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

Area info

Amenities of Narrowboat Puzzle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • 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
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've 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 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 extra bed available on request.

    All cribs 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 for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
    Must-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.

    FAQs about Narrowboat Puzzle

    • Check-in at Narrowboat Puzzle is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

      • Narrowboat Puzzle is 2,600 feet from the center of Ely. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Narrowboat Puzzle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.