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. . 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
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Outdoor space
Ocean view
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southampton
Located in Southampton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Lymington Pier Ferry Port 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.
Southampton Cruise Terminal - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
St. Mary's Stadium - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Totton Station - 13 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Maritimo Lounge - 20 min drive
Modern Chinese Take Away - 14 min walk
Harbar - 21 min drive
Be Be's Cafe - 3 min walk
Roccos Pizza - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Unique waterside home in stunning location. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Unique waterside home in stunning location.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unique waterside home in stunning location.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unique waterside home in stunning location. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of New Forest National Park, Town Quay Ferry Terminal and Southampton Passenger Terminal. Southampton Maritime Museum and Southampton Old Green are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We had a super stay at The Boat House in Hythe. The location is wonderful, right on the water for fabulous views and right next to the town for shopping and eating.
A really unique location in a converted boathouse right on the waterfront.
When not out and about we spent a happy time just sitting watching the tide come in and out with loads of bird-life and passing cruise linsers.
Right by Waitrose for emergency shopping and very short walk to restaurants
This was our second stay at the Boat House. The location is unbeatable for us. It is a short from family has beautiful views over the water and is a stones throw from all the amenities Hythe offers. On the doorstep are a church, Lidl, Waitrose, Superdrug, pub, post office, restaurants and coffee shops. The house is on three levels with three bathrooms, very convenient for families, and parking is a bonus. We would highly recommend for anyone visiting the area.
The Boathouse was an excellent stay. The views of the cruise ships going by was so interesting. Hythe is on your doorstep and we picked up a few things from the local shops. My husband fished from the jetty at front of property and my daughter sat on the balcony and crafted all day. We visited Southamption using the Hythe ferry which was great as we didn’t always need the car. We hope to visit again in the future. The weather was excellent as well.
A nice comfortable house with a great view of Southampton Water. Well furnished and kitted out. There are a range of shops and restaurants (literally) across the road in Hythe, and the whole New Forest on your doorstep.
Lovely place to watch the ships passing and wander along the foreshore, shops very handy, no noise of passing traffic. House lovely but stairs are steep for the elderly. Washing Machine is in the outside storeroom. Pity it rained for most of our holiday!
We loved watching the traffic on Southampton Water. The house is in an ideal location for the Hythe ferry and the New Forest and we loved the close proximity of Waitrose and local restaurants
This was our third stay, it's slightly quirky but all the better for it. The view is simply fantastic, always something to look at. Only the two of us so lots of room to spread out. Hythe is not your typical tourist trap and we find the locals, particularly in the pub and chippy, to be very friendly. Hope to be back!
This home is in walking distance of shopping but very quiet and peacefull. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony watching the birds and seeing various ships leaving Southampton.
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.
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.
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 ..
We had a wonderful stay in the Boat House visiting family in the area. The location cannot be beaten. It was delightful watching sunsets and sunrises over the water and seeing the tide come in and go out. The house is steps away from all the shops and amenities in Hythe. No need to drive anywhere if you don’t want to. The house was very comfortable for our family of four. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. One of the best VRBO homes I have stayed in.
We really loved this property, it was great accommodation, set in an absolutely lovely location. Set right next to the estuary, I was able to paddle board directly off the properties jetty. Fabulous views of estuary, passing cruise liners and the IOW ferries, we were lucky with the weather and eat outside on the balcony most nights. Five minute from the town with it’s restaurants, takeaways, chippy and pubs, local ferry to Southampton too. At risk of making it more difficult to book because of it’s popularity, we would highly recommend this lovely property.
Jill E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Sheila A.
3 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
enjoyable
lovely location for watching cruise ships and others entering and leaving Southampton. Shops only short walk. The property exceeded our expectations. All in all a lovely holiday with the New forest and coast close at hand.
The house is great, spread over three floors - two with bifold doors opening on to a balcony and the estuary beyond. Well stocked for kitchen and other equipment. Very clean and in good repair. A really enjoyable stay.