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Unique waterside home in stunning location.

Unique waterside home in stunning location.

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Overview of Unique waterside home in stunning location.

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

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Hythe, England
  • Popular LocationMayflower Theatre18 min drive
  • Popular LocationWestQuay Shopping Centre18 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouthampton Cruise Terminal20 min drive
  • AirportSouthampton (SOU)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique waterside home in stunning location.

With captivating views across Southampton Water and direct access on to a private foreshore the Boat House offers guests a modern and unique home just a 2 minute walk from the varied shops, pubs and restaurants of Hythe.
Whether you're after a relaxing get-away to sit and watch the turning of the tides and the passing of the ships or a get up and go break to explore the many delights of the New Forest the Boat House is your ideal year-round home from home.
We would love to Welcome children over the age of 12 to The Boat House.
Set on three floors the Boat House makes the most of its stunning views with water facing floor to ceiling windows and doors. (The steps to the third floor double bedroom are steep and not suitable for young children.)

Hythe 'where the forest meets the sea' is conveniently situated to explore the many and varied attractions of the Waterside locality. The New Forest with its free roaming ponies and donkeys is just a 3 mile drive away and the trendy bars and restaurants of Southampton's Town Quay is a 20 minute ferry journey on the Hythe ferry (with its officially recognised the oldest pier train in the world, Guiness Book of Records).

Many guests travel to Hythe to appreciate the arrival and departure of the great cruise liners and mighty cargo ships as they travel to and from the busy Port of Southampton. Throughout the day and night ships of all sizes and types may be seen close at hand as they slip gently past and the ever changing view! Cunards famous QM2 is a regular visitor and her berth is within view just across the water.

For boat lovers a free of charge public slipway is available for launching dinghies and powerboats and short term boat storage is available from Hythe Marina.
The Isle of Wight is approximately 30 minutes away by Hydrofoil or a 60 minute Car Ferry trip (ferries depart hourly from Southampton key which is adjacent to the Hythe Ferry landing jetty).
But why travel? Just relax and watch the birds on the shore and the ships passing by in the ever changing vista from the Boat House.
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Floor 1: Hallway leads into the dining room with bifold doors opening onto a balcony with coffee table and chairs, steps lead down onto the private foreshore and pontoon (accessed at your own risk). The dining room leads onto a small galley kitchen from which the wet room with shower, basin and WC can be accessed. The ground floor double bedroom has garden doors opening onto the walled garden with patio furniture.
Floor 2: From the first floor sitting room the far reaching views of Southampton Water can be really appreciated, ample seating for 6. Bedroom 2 (2 singles) overlooks the rear garden and has an ensuite with bath, basin and WC.
Floor 3: Steep stairs (not suitable for young children) lead to bedroom 3 (double bed) in the apex of the house. En suite with small shower, basin and WC.

Property manager

Nikki Welbourne-Jones
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Ocean view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Southampton

Located in Southampton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Civic Centre, or consider a night out at Wickham Estate. With sailing, fishing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Hythe, England

What's nearby

  • Mayflower Theatre - 18 min drive
  • WestQuay Shopping Centre - 18 min drive
  • Solent University - 19 min drive
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 20 min drive
  • St. Mary's Stadium - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Totton Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mettricks Centenary Quay - 23 min drive
  • Harbar - 21 min drive
  • Maritimo Lounge - 20 min drive
  • Modern Chinese Take Away - 14 min walk
  • Adem's Cafe - 4 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Easter
This was our second holiday here and it was just as good as the first. We spent a lot of time reading in the lounge, watching the tide come in and out, and the shipping on the Southampton Water. The house is as described, but much better than the pictures can show. It is very comfortable with plenty of seating for six people, both in the lounge and the dining area. The galley kitchen is narrow, but perfectly functional. The stairs to the top bedroom are a bit steep, but there are sturdy handrails on either side. There is the Waitrose store on the other side of the road, along with a small shopping centre and the pier, with its miniature electric railway, and the ferry to Southampton. The New Forest is about a five minute drive away. The owner was very helpful and booking the property was quick and efficient. We hope to return before too long.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

BARRY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As good as ever - a perfect short break
Right next to the sea, ships and waitrose - what could be better?
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boathouse
A great place to stay. Suited us perfectly and we hope to stay there again in the summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay again
Great property, fantastic view over the comings and goings into Southampton. Good place to use as a base for exploring. 3rd time we've stayed, I'm sure we'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boathouse
We had another great stay at the boathouse..love this place .The views and activity right outside with all the cruise ships ,cargo ships ,ferries and also the train on the pier there’s never a dull moment . It’s great to sit in the lounge and watch the world go by ..
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nikki Welbourne-Jones

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