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About this property
Historic Setting: Inner Dowsing Lightship is a recently renovated boat housed in a historic building in Rochester. The property offers a private entrance and parquet floors, creating a unique and charming atmosphere. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a sun terrace, and free on-site parking. The boat features a private bathroom with a bath, shower, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, dining area, and outdoor furniture. Local Attractions: Rochester Castle is 1.9 mi away, Chatham Train Station 2.6 mi, and Historic Chatham Dockyard 3 mi. London City Airport is 30 mi from the property. Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the host, sailing, and boating opportunities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Clare
United Kingdom“Beautifully converted spacious accommodation in a quiet location. Our main purpose for visiting Medway was to go to Chatham Historic Dockyard, so finding a historic ship to stay on was perfect.” - Gayer United Kingdom“A great experience. We didn't know what to expect but everything was great. Friendly owners, lovely breakfasts. Clean, warm and well designed accommodation and a wonderful location. A great base from which to explore Rochester”
- Catherine United Kingdom“Going to bed and waking up to the tide going in and out was magical. The bedroom was comfy and cosy, the bathroom fittings and extras felt like luxury. The hosts are really friendly but also give you space to relax. Breakfast was top notch with...”
- Foster United Kingdom“Very friendly hosts, a very interesting location with great view towards Rochester, a comfortable room and delicious breakfast.”
- Helen United Kingdom“Very unusual location which totally fitted in with preconceptions of the Medway, the river etc.”
- Annette United Kingdom“Was a fun and unique experience staying on a boat Cosy room with a bath Interesting changing views”
- Budd United Kingdom“On a sunny day, the stay was excellent. Lovely to wake up to a stunning view of the river with Rochester castle and cathedral in the background. Having a coffee on the deck, in the sun was bliss. Very clean, comfortable bed, kettle, tea, bath...”
- Rachel United Kingdom“The location is great. The host is responsive and the boat is fab ! All in all great place and will return and return”
- Sally United Kingdom“We stole one night away from London and were rewarded with the most breathtaking views from our floating cabin on the Medway. From the deck, we looked straight across to the spire of Rochester Cathedral and the turrets of the Castle - a magical...”
- Melvin United Kingdom“Fabulous location , beautifully finished , would recommend to others”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please inform Inner Dowsing Lightship of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
