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Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views

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Smart TV, DVD player
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Surrounded by the tranquil views of Allington Castle, Lady Florence houseboat offers a serene escape on the River Medway. Unwind in the fully-equipped kitchen or lounge area with Netflix and Prime, and enjoy your morning coffee on the end terrace as boats sail by.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

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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.

Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views

A unique houseboat, located on the River Medway in Maidstone, Kent. A family run self catering holiday rental, where you can come away to relax and unwind from everyday life. Lady Florence is surrounded by breath-taking views of Allington Castle, in a peaceful location. Is the perfect place to stay for a romantic weekend, honeymoon, birthday or a luxury breakaway. The main bedroom has a small double bed, smart tv, DVD player, wardrobe and large glass sliding doors allow you to look out on the day and watch as the passing boats sail down the river. Alternatively, step out on to the end terrace and take a seat at the table and chairs to enjoy your morning cuppa. The kitchen area is fully equipped for all your self catering needs. Equipment includes an electric hob & oven, fridge, freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave and a luxury coffee machine. The bathroom has a full sized shower with a powerful shower head. A pull out sofa bed which is best situated for two small children or one adult. The lounge area is fitted with a Smart TV, loaded with Netflix/Prime. Also you are able to fish from the end terraces or towpath.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Maidstone, this houseboat is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Vinters Valley Nature Reserve, while Maidstone Museum and Hazlitt Theatre are cultural highlights. Kent Life and Buckmore Park Karting are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Maidstone, Kent

What's nearby

  • Kent Life - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hazlitt Theatre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mote Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Maidstone Hospital - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Leeds Castle - 9 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Aylesford Station - 5 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Flower Pot - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Society Rooms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pippin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Poppy Fields - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views located?

Situated on a river, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Cobtree Manor Park and Kent Life. Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Gallagher Stadium are also within 1 mile (2 km). Maidstone Barracks Station is 26 minutes by foot and Maidstone East Station is 27 minutes.

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