Location: Philadelphia, Philadelphia & Its Countryside, Pennsylvania, USA (In the Heart of Old City!) View Map
Accommodations: Houseboat, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Fun and funky houseboat located in the heart of Old City Philadelphia. The Historic Old City District (OCD) is a place of unique people, significant history, charming shops, intriguing night life, and just loads of entertainment. Come and find out why it's a great place to visit.
Steps from the boat are Independence Hall, Independence Visitor Center, the National Constitution Center, the Liberty Bell Center and more of the countless historical attractions the OCD has to offer. Learn about our important history and the Old City of today, while eating and shopping at fun and interesting places!
The houseboat's eleven foot ceilings with exposed beams, ceiling fans and air conditioning, provide a feeling of spaciousness and comfort. A full size refrigerator, sink, microwave and cook-top stove makes cooking easy.
It has a comfortably sized bathroom with a full size shower. The Master Bedroom has a queen sized bed, closet storage and a patio door leading to a private deck. Two twin beds in the sleeping loft are a great spot for kids, and the sleep sofa and aero bed provide additional sleeping options.
The well appointed houseboat provides a calming respite after a day full of activity. Imagine relaxing on the roof deck, drink in hand, enjoying your own private sunset!
All the amenities of home! We provide an iron, ironing board, hairdryer, and loads of bathroom products such as soaps, shampoos, and lotions. We even include lots of cooking ingredients such as coffee, herbs, spices, condiments, etc...
All this for less than the price of the smallest rooms at any of the nearby downtown waterfront hotels!
Fun and Chic in Old City Philadelphia! It is truly our goal that every guest have an exceptional and memorable experience, so come, relax away your tensions, inhale pure sea air and nautical vibes, 'chill' in an outdoor, relaxing setting during the most picturesque time of the year! Ahhhh...
The Experience:
What's it like saying on a houseboat? The boat is in a protected part of the marina, but there is some occasional movement during the day when boats pass by. It is usually very calm during the night, although some guests find a bit of gentle swaying is relaxing and can lead to a very restful sleep.
PLEASE NOTE: WE ALWAYS KEEP OUR CALENDAR UP TO DATE, SO PLEASE CHECK CALENDAR BEFORE CONTACTING US TO MAKE SURE THE DATES YOU WANT ARE AVAILABLE! ALSO, UNLESS IT IS A LAST MINUTE INQUIRY, PLEASE EMAIL US INITIALLY RATHER THAN PHONE US!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Apr 01-Aug 31 .. $225/night .. $275/weekend night .. $550/weekend .. $1500/week
Sept 01 - Nov 30.. $200/night .. $250/weekend night .. $500/weekend .. $1300/week
*Please note, above rates are for 2 guests.*
3-4 guests: add $25/night.
5-6 guests: add $50/night.
Cleaning fee: 2 guests $75, 3+ guests $100.
Holidays are charged as weekend nights.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Philadelphia
I grew tired of boring hotel rooms while traveling, and realized that the funkiest parts of town were often right at the waterfront. I combined my love for houseboating with my desire to offer a fun alternative to hotel stays.
The Unique Benefits at this Houseboat
Everything you will need for your stay is provided. All towels, linens, blankets, etc... are all waiting for your arrival. The kitchen comes complete with all the pots and pans, plates and cutlery you will need, while a Keurig coffee maker make that morning cup of coffee while you look out over the harbour that much more enjoyable.
Owner's Map of Philadelphia
For about 10 years I lived aboard a restored houseboat in Boston Harbor. I really fell in love with the lifestyle. Having a cup of coffee on the front porch in the morning, grilling up some steaks on the roofdeck in the evening, and being rocked to sleep by the waves at night was a great way to live!
I started with one boat in Boston, and each year have been adding boats to the fleet. This is our first year outside of Boston, and we are starting here in Philadelphia.
Property Photos
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- Kitchen has all you'll need
- Bathroom
- Queen bed in private stateroom.
- Twin mattresses in loft
- Enjoy the sunset from the roof deck
- Back deck off stateroom with gas grill.
- Old City Philadelphia
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Anna , Baltimore, MD
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Joan Puglisi , Long Island, NY
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Tammy ,
Homeowner Response:
Thanks Tammy! We are moving the boat in a couple weeks to a much more protected part of the marina so it should cut down on the motion. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
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Thank you for your interest in our houseboat in Philadelphia. Our listing and boat are brand new to this city so we haven't had the chance for guests to comment on them yet. However, we have boat loads (pun fully intended!) of comments from our guests that have stayed with us up in Boston. Staying on the houseboat is a truly unique experience, but don't just take my word for it, check out the other comments! Our other listings are: #65033, #175876, #199238