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Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat

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A deck with a sofa and an umbrella, overlooking a canal with buildings and greenery.
A cozy interior with a wooden dining table, a sofa, a red armchair, and a kitchen area with a stove and a window.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden table, and a clock on the wall.
A cozy living area with a sofa, a small table, and a globe on a desk.
A bedroom with a single bed, two windows with blinds, a small rug, and a wall-mounted shelf.

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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This houseboat offers space for 5 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It features 2 separate living rooms and is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring your furry companions along. Enjoy a unique stay on the water with ample room for relaxation.

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Cambridge
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Living area
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Cambridge, England
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Cam
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jesus College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat

Modern wide beam environmentally friendly houseboat on the idyllic River Cam. The perfect get away for couples, travellers, visiting families, academics etc.

This characterful houseboat in central Cambridge is within five minutes walking from the historic colleges, theatres, pubs, market square, cinema, restaurants, famous pubs, punting, shopping, bicycle rental.

It is a homely house boat with an outdoor roof deck, kitchen, fridge, toilet, hot shower, log burner, television, wifi, sleeps up to five, local out door swimming pool is a stones throw away.

Free parking is available 10-15 minutes walk away.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
River is high risk for young children take care
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Please don’t let animals on sofa or beds thank you
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke alarms are installed inside for safety.

Check-out instructions

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11886434
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

About the area

Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to this houseboat. Castle Hill and Bridge of Sighs are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Scott Polar Research Institute and Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society. Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences and Virtual Aviation are also worth visiting.
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Cambridge, England

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jesus Green - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • River Cam - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jesus College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge North Station - 14 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bould Brothers Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat?

As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat on 4 Sept 2026 start from AU$473, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central Cambridge Modern Solar Houseboat located?

Located in Cambridge City Centre, this houseboat is steps away from University of Cambridge, Jesus Green and River Cam. Midsummer Common and Jesus College are also within 10 minutes.

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