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Narrowboat Puzzle

3.0 star property
Ely houseboat in historical district

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Luxury Narrowboat) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Enjoy your visit to Ely with a stay at this houseboat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 22 - Sep 23
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Tomorrow

Sep 23 - Sep 24
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About the neighborhood

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1 Annesdale, Ely, England, CB7 4BN

What's nearby

  • Jubilee Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ely Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ely Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wisbech - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ely City Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 31 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 61 min drive
  • Ely Station - 6 min walk
  • Soham Station - 15 min drive
  • Littleport Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Prince Albert - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Cutter Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Maltings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪3 @ 3 Terrace - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Peacocks Tearoom - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Narrowboat Puzzle

Enjoy your visit to Ely with a stay at this houseboat.

At a glance

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Property size

    • Private houseboat
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Narrowboat Puzzle offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Narrowboat Puzzle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at this houseboat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at this houseboat?

Yes, there's free self parking. Onsite parking includes off-street options.

What are the check-in and check-out times at this houseboat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Does Narrowboat Puzzle have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

What's the area around Narrowboat Puzzle like?

Narrowboat Puzzle is in the heart of Ely, a short 6-minute walk from Ely Station and 11 minutes' walk from Ely Cathedral.

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Narrowboat Puzzle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Boating
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River
Location

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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
Penny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Something a bit different and just great!

Unusual accommodation picked for this very reason. The boat is wonderfully presented and in a great position. Would highly recommend

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

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-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nigel, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

A great experience

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.
Valerie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique

A unique property. Great location.
Steve, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous, clean Narrow Boat on River Ouse

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.
Bianca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

excellent little escape away

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!
Kayleigh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend on water.

So much fun staying on a boat! Made the weekend. So central for Ely and surrounding areas. Great welcome and tips on local eateries.
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ely - a view from the canal.

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.
Etienne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Narrowboat

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
Bridget, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Narrowboat with all amenities, with great charm. Thank you for wine and chocolates. Garf was very helpful on information & places to eat .
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Laid back long weekend on a boat on the river

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.
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really worth it

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.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ricky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Narrowboat Puzzle - Puzzle solved!

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.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic and unusual accommodation.

Fantastic and unusual accommodation. Nestled between two pubs on a quiet river this secluded narrow boat is an amazing choice for staying a night or two on. It has all the amenities you need to cook and live aboard (cooker, oven, mains plugs, TV, a really good shower) with all the quirkiness of living on a boat. I cannot recommend this enough. Parking is available by the pub. A 24 hour Tesco is about 150 meters away. Check-in is easy as the owners live on the next boat.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Experience on Narrowboat Puzzle

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
V, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for something a bit different

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.
Lynne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic boat, close to the center.

We would definitely recommend this boat, and stay again if we were in the area.
1-night trip