We (couple with 7yo daughter) enjoyed our stay and felt very welcome. It was certainly fun to have something a bit different and we slept well. Our daughter enjoyed her cosy captain's bed. That said, there are some potential cons (mentioned by other reviewers) and I'd echo these: hosts live on board, too, which can feel a bit restrictive; bit of a walk from public transport (no big deal unless it's raining or you've lots of luggage). Accept this is a working canal boat, not a luxury hotel room, and enjoy it!