Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat offers accommodations in Little Baddow, 11 miles from Freeport Braintree and 13 miles from Hylands Park. The air-conditioned accommodation is 8.4 miles from Chelmsford Train Station, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the boat. Offering a terrace with river views, this boat also features a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge, as well as 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The boat has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Hedingham Castle is 21 miles from Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat, while Adventure Island is 23 miles from the property. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 21 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful location in a gorgeous boat. Hosts were great and the communication clear and really helpful. The beds were comfy and the boat was clean and well maintained. We loved how the accommodation was unusual and something different. It was...
  • Norley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely surroundings, very accommodating owners, very cosy boat to stay on.
  • Liliia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great idea, relaxing on the boat, we really enjoyed it. Perfect for a weekend away in a quiet peaceful place. The boat was warm, lots of different little things you need, you only need to take food, if you like barbecue there is everything for...

Host Info

10
10
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Willow "Cottage on the river" Stunning wide beam narrowboat. ( Static Mooring ) This idyllic ribbon of water, nestles in a willow lined valley brimmed with peace and tranquillity. A true paradise for anglers, walkers, artists, birdwatchers and small boat enthusiasts. Surround yourself in the beauty of the Chelmer and Blackwater canal, discover the 12 locks and bridges, stretching from Heybridge Basin sea lock to Chelmsford city centre.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • 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

Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

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 of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat

  • The prices at Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Willow - Cottage on the River, Luxury Houseboat is 1.7 miles from the center of Little Baddow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.