We're a couple in our mid 50s with a dog who stayed on Anna's narrowboat for a week. It was the most wonderful experience. Walking though the park at night and seeing all the softly lit boats on the canal and thinking 'we're staying in one of those'. So romantic.
We were moored right by Victoria Park in Bethnal Green and the location was perfect with a dog companion. It was really relaxing sitting either on the boat playing cards with a bottle of wine or down on the sofa looking out at the water. A heron was perched right by us for most of the day.
The towpath is great for exploring along - saw such fascinating aspects of London I'd never seen before. People were really friendly - other boaters, the river staff and towpath users. Santander cycles were available nearby if you wanted to go further afield. Beautiful fresh baked rolls and pastries were 2 mins away in The pavilion Cafe along with their fantastic coffee.
Everything you might need was provided - cooking bits and bobs and spare linens - even a treat for the puppy. Anna was always quick to respond to any questions we had and I had the pleasure of meeting her one afternoon when she came to check the water store.
I honestly had the best holiday I've had for some time and felt really sad about leaving the haven. When we next stay in London it will definitely be on one of Anna's boats.