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Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship.

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A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, two lounge chairs, a decorative wreath, and a view of the water and boats.
A riverboat docked at a marina with a covered deck and seating area.
A houseboat docked at a marina with a wooden deck and a covered upper deck.
A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding and decorative pillows, two wall-mounted lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.
A wooden staircase leading to a deck area with a view of boats and water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This houseboat accommodates 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 1 separate living room and is pet-friendly, allowing your furry companions to join you during your stay. Enjoy the unique experience of life on the water while relaxing in this comfortable space.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rochester, England
  • Place, Dickens' Swiss Chalet
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ranscombe Farm Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Restoration House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Captain's cabin

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

En-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship.

A unique 185 year old historic wooden lightship converted into a houseboat, permanently moored at Medway Bridge Marina in Rochester, Kent. The self-catering cabin is perfect for couples and families, sleeping up to 5 people. (A double bed and 2 sofa beds.)
The cabin has its own private seated deck area, and guests are welcome to relax on the shared upper deck space directly above the cabin, where you can enjoy the magnificent views along the River Medway.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11851510
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Rochester

Rochester is home to this houseboat. Bridgewood Manor Day Spa and Hollywood Bowl Rochester are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Vines Park and Diggerland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Priestfield Stadium or Gallagher Stadium.
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Rochester, England

What's nearby

  • Dickens' Swiss Chalet - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ranscombe Farm Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Restoration House - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Vines Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hollywood Bowl Rochester - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Chatham Station - 6 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Queen Charlotte - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cuxton Kebab - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beantown Coffee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Self-catering cabin on a 185 year old wooden Lightship. located?

Situated in Rochester, this houseboat is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dickens' Swiss Chalet, The Vines Park and Rochester Cathedral. Rochester Castle and Restoration House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in, great communication.... amazing stsy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Eunha Ru

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We spontaneously bought this beautiful 185 year old wooden lightship just over two years ago. We walked into the ship and fell in love with the beautiful wooden floors and the original beams you can see in the bedroom. So we bought it on a whim.
It has been a labour of love to get this ship shipshape, but it has been worth it and we are excited to share the ship and wonderful views with our guests.

Why they chose this property

Rochester is known for its connections to Charles Dickens, and there are nods to this everywhere in the town. We even have a Dickens Festival, typically held in early December, alongside the magical Christmas Market in Rochester Castle grounds.
London is only a short 40-min train ride away, taking you into Victoria or St Pancras International station.

What makes this property unique

This Lightship is one of the last remaining wooden Lightships in the UK, dating back to 1839. If you stay in our Captain's Cabin, you will be able to see the original Burmese teak used in construction.

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