Narrowboat Puzzle
Docked boat in Ely
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Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Parking, TV and more
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About this docked boat rental
Located in the city center, this welcoming houseboat lets you experience it all in Ely. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and head out to Jubilee Gardens and Waterside Antiques Centre, just a short walk away. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Ely Station, a short 6-minute walk away.
The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and cookware. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Parking
TV
Map of Ely
Available Rooms
Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat)
1 Double
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
$$$$
Reviews
2.5
Great stay on a lovely, clean, comfortable, well equipped narrow boat. Plenty to see in Ely, all attractions within a short walk and good longer walks in the surrounding countryside. Very helpful host offered suggestions for local restaurants and a comprehensive tour of the boat
2.5
Enjoyable stay on Puzzle, attractive and comfortable, boat. Peaceful and quiet, we liked watching riverside life. Great for walks by the river and easy to walk to the town. Internet access was limited as there is no Wi-Fi, but ok for a few days stay. We hope to return in the future
2.0
A different and delightful experience. Being a narrowboat the accommodation and facilities are slightly restricted but are in super condition and we had a thoroughly enjoyable 3 night stay. Access is slightly tricky (for us older folk) due to it being a boat on a mooring but its location more than makes up for that.
1.3
A unique property. Great location.
2.5
A unique property. Great location.
1.3
Lovely birthday escape on Narrow Boat Puzzle.Tranquil setting on River. All you could need to self cater.Easy access to town and amenities.Special mention to Garf who was super friendly and helpful in our welcome.
2.5
Lovely birthday escape on Narrow Boat Puzzle.
Tranquil setting on River. All you could need to self cater.
Easy access to town and amenities.
Special mention to Garf who was super friendly and helpful in our welcome.
2.5
This was our first trip away in well over a year - and our first ever stay on a boat. We were greeted with a lovely, friendly welcome. The narrow boat was very clean, tidy and we slept soundly. The boat can get rather warm when thendoors and windows are closed but the fan was enough to keep us cool through the night. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly reccommend others to stay. It would be worth noting that we had limited access to 4g whilst onboard the boat but this is what we experienced in Ely over all that signal was poor - however this didnt cause us too much bother as the point of being away was to escape from our emails for a while!
1.3
So much fun staying on a boat! Made the weekend. So central for Ely and surrounding areas. Great welcome and tips on local eateries.
2.5
So much fun staying on a boat! Made the weekend. So central for Ely and surrounding areas. Great welcome and tips on local eateries.
2.5
A first-time experience of being on a narrowboat. I was drawn to the quirkiness of the experience taken as a whole. It exceeded my expectations. My fear of not getting a good night’s sleep, given the size of the bed, was unfounded. The setting and the proximity to Ely centre are big plusses too.
1.3
A first-time experience of being on a narrowboat. I was drawn to the quirkiness of the experience taken as a whole. It exceeded my expectations. My fear of not getting a good night’s sleep, given the size of the bed, was unfounded. The setting and the proximity to Ely centre are big plusses too.
1.3
Fabulous stay! Wonderful experience with the boat being in a great location. Super clean with all the mod cons and super cosy. Little treats left for us too which were really appreciated
2.5
Fabulous stay! Wonderful experience with the boat being in a great location. Super clean with all the mod cons and super cosy.
Little treats left for us too which were really appreciated
5.0
Lovely Narrowboat with all amenities, with great charm.
Thank you for wine and chocolates.
Garf was very helpful on information & places to eat .
2.5
Lovely Narrowboat with all amenities, with great charm.Thank you for wine and chocolates.Garf was very helpful on information & places to eat .
2.5
Very good location. Very positive experience, positive welcome upon arrival. Provided a true experience of narrowboat living, just what we were looking for. Ample fresh linen, towels, coffee/tea etc. Pots and pans to cook if desired. Everything had been well considered for our comfort during our stay. A small table and chairs on deck provided a nice vantage point to contemplate the beautiful surrounds. The only possible negative was a disused narrow boat sat alongside our boat and this may likely deter some people from revisiting, the owner may want to consider this aspect. We did not mind as felt it was just part of the real experience of living on a narrowboat. It was very picturesque with plenty of local historical buildings etc, to explore. Quaint tea shops within 10/15 minute walk and eating places within 2 minute walk. Beautiful easy access to varied countryside walking. Booking in was a breeze and the communication and helpfulness of G was fantastic throughout. I would list this under a very positive new and different experience that is thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. Definitely highly recommend.
5.0
Very good location. Very positive experience, positive welcome upon arrival. Provided a true experience of narrowboat living, just what we were looking for. Ample fresh linen, towels, coffee/tea etc. Pots and pans to cook if desired. Everything had been well considered for our comfort during our stay. A small table and chairs on deck provided a nice vantage point to contemplate the beautiful surrounds.
The only possible negative was a disused narrow boat sat alongside our boat and this may likely deter some people from revisiting, the owner may want to consider this aspect. We did not mind as felt it was just part of the real experience of living on a narrowboat. It was very picturesque with plenty of local historical buildings etc, to explore. Quaint tea shops within 10/15 minute walk and eating places within 2 minute walk. Beautiful easy access to varied countryside walking.
Booking in was a breeze and the communication and helpfulness of G was fantastic throughout. I would list this under a very positive new and different experience that is thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. Definitely highly recommend.
2.5
We had a great stay on this lovely narrowboat. Immaculately clean, excellent location on the river with great views, easy walking distance to the shops, eateries and cathedral, peaceful and quiet. Graf was very helpful, answering our questions and explaining how things work. We had all the amenities we needed on board including a bottle of wine and some nice chocolates. I would definitely recommend.
1.3
We had a great stay on this lovely narrowboat. Immaculately clean, excellent location on the river with great views, easy walking distance to the shops, eateries and cathedral, peaceful and quiet. Graf was very helpful, answering our questions and explaining how things work. We had all the amenities we needed on board including a bottle of wine and some nice chocolates. I would definitely recommend.
2.5
Something a bit different. Very comfortable and quiet and could hardly feel the motion of the water at all. Great location - walkable everywhere. Garf who looks after the boat was a great help! Highly recommend.
5.0
Excellent!! They had thought of everything! We stayed for my husbands 50th and he loved it! Bed was so comfortable and boat was lovely and warm and cosy :) lots of space too! Thank you very much, great experience
1.3
A superb and unusual weekend away - we honestly couldn't have chosen much better. Narrowboat Puzzle is a great little find in a quiet part of Ely, yet there are pubs and the town close by. The narrowboat is superbly appointed and spotless, and the owner is very helpful - he spent time explaining local tourist attractions and telling us which restaurants in town were best. The boat itself has a comfy seating area, a good kitchen with everything you might need (including a coffee pod machine!) and a comfy bed, and a great shower with (very!) hot water. Despite the weather outside we found the boat warm and comfortable and we very much enjoyed all that it had to offer.One thing to bear in mind - access to the boat involves climbing over another boat and using a number of steps. I would therefore suggest that it isn't ideal for anyone with mobility issues. My partner and I will definitely be back - this place is amazing.
5.0
Fab experience, lovely narrowboat and moored near Restaurants , Teahouse, Art Gallery and Antique Centre and nearby Ely Town Centre.
Warm and gracious welcome by owner Martin .
Peaceful and relaxing setting with comfortable if different accommodation ( mind your head going up the steps the first time- you soon learn!)
Made friends with Fishermen and Geese!
A lovely retreat
2.5
Fab experience, lovely narrowboat and moored near Restaurants , Teahouse, Art Gallery and Antique Centre and nearby Ely Town Centre.Warm and gracious welcome by owner Martin .Peaceful and relaxing setting with comfortable if different accommodation ( mind your head going up the steps the first time- you soon learn!)Made friends with Fishermen and Geese!A lovely retreat
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. Two of us but we used both the sofa bed and main bed, both comfortable. We didn’t cook on board as it was only 1 night but there was a good stock of pans, utensils etc. and the place is certainly spotless and cozy for a boat, we both felt very much at home. Location is perfect and because we had 2 beautiful sunny days in January it was ideal and also quiet.
2.5
We would definitely recommend this boat, and stay again if we were in the area.
5.0
We would definitely recommend this boat, and stay again if we were in the area.
FAQs
How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Ely?
The average price for a rental in Ely is $192 per night. This rental is $81 above the average.
Is parking included with this docked boat?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Narrowboat Puzzle. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this docked boat?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Narrowboat Puzzle pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this docked boat is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Narrowboat Puzzle?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, parking, and tv.
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