This boat is a respite from the city. Going down the stairs to the boat is a small journey into the past, with beautiful colors and sounds and light playing off the water. Because the boat is in a private mooring, opposite the towpath, there is unusual privacy for a houseboat. It’s a boat for sure, with a chemical toilet and ingeniously fitted bed, but it has all the amenities in a small space. I loved it. Simon and Sarah are wonderful. Fantastic location for walking or the underground.