A stylish, comfortable house boat tucked along a quiet canal in the heart of London? Young, friendly, relaxed, flexible hosts who are as fun to socialise with as the people you came to London to visit? A unique, interesting experience that is true to the heart of what AirBnB is all about? Check check, check - our stay was all this and more. Dara and Jon were friendly and kind, the space is amazing, and it's super fun to take part in canal life for a few days while in the hustle and bustle of the capital city. We couldn't rave about this place enough.
Some tips, though - eye masks would be helpful for travellers sensitive to light in the mornings, as the room has a lovely hatch in the ceiling that lets the morning sun in. Getting in and out of the boat can be a bit athletic, particularly for those with a bad back in the morning, so prepare to do a bit of yoga as needed to warm up for the challenge. And finally, this is someone's home that you are clearly borrowing for a short time - not a hotel or a fancy self-catering apartment. There were shoes under the bed, books in the book case, and other people's stuff in the bathroom. If that's the kind of thing that bugs you, this probably isn't the place for you, but for open-minded and adventurous spirits, I can't think of a better place in London.
Thanks for a great stay, guys!