Chiltern Canal Boat Holidays

Self-Catering Accommodation in Hertfordshire & Buckinghamshire

About our Static Narrowboat Hire

If you are looking for great value self-catering accommodation with easy access to both Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, our static narrowboat hire could be the perfect choice for you. Offering a completely self-contained space with everything you'd expect to find in a self-catering holiday cottage or apartment, our narrowboats offer a unique place to stay that's suitable for both business and leisure travellers.

So whether you've always wanted to stay on a narrowboat but have been a bit unsure about driving a boat and operating the locks, or if you are working nearby and need a quiet, or just need a great value space to relax at the end of the day, a static narrowboat hire with us could be the answer.


Static Hire Narrow Boat Kitchen and Lounge Area

Location

Located on the border between Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, right in the heart of the Chiltern Hills, our self-catering accommodation in the form of static narrowboat hire provides guests with a quiet rural setting with easy access to a number of popular nearby towns and cities, including:

  • Tring, Hertfordshire = 2.6 miles (6 minutes)
  • Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire = 2.7 miles (8 minutes)
  • Chesham, Buckinghamshire = 7.3 miles (16 minutes)
  • Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire = 9.9 miles (16 minutes)
  • Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire = 12.5 miles (17 minutes)
  • Amersham, Buckinghamshire = 12.6 (21 minutes)
  • Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire = 15 miles (32 minutes)
  • Harpenden, Hertfordshire = 15.3 miles (33 minutes)
  • Luton, Bedfordshire = 15.5 (36 minutes)
  • Watford, Hertfordshire = 17.2 (25 minutes)
  • St. Albans, Hertfordshire = 18.3 miles (29 minutes)
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Getting Here

Our rural marina location is just a short distance from junction 20 of the M25 so we are easily accessible by car. Also, with Tring train station less than 2 miles away, guests can easily reach the property by public transport, with train journeys from central London taking less than 40 minutes, and regular trains also arriving from the Midlands.

Nearby Attractions

Whilst our static narrowboats are located in the beautiful english countryside with lots of great walking spots and nature reserves, our fantastic location near London means you'll be spoilt for choice on how to spend your days. Whether you want to experience the magic of nearby Harry Potter World, or join a wild bicycle tour to explore the best of the Chilterns cycle trails, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Unique Self-Catering Accommodation

Lounge Area in Self Catering Static Canal Boat Accommodation

Each of our static hire narrowboats are completely unique, but they all come with equipped with everything you'd expect in a self-catering holiday cottage or apartment, including:

  • a fully functional kitchen, with all cooking equipment, crockery and utensils provided
  • a private bathroom with shower, table top sink and a flushing toilet
  • super comfy beds with bedding and linen supplied
  • Freeview TV with DVD player 
  • Log fire with fire lighting equipment supplied and a starter pack of coal/logs

The boats are moored in a quiet location on the Grand Union canal, with dedicated parking for 1 car available. 

Static hires are available to book from 1 - 14 nights and have a starting price of just £110 per night.

Check in window: 1pm - 4pm

Take a closer look at our self-catering accommodation options here

Mini Escape (2 berth)

Cow Roast, Tring, United Kingdom
Guests: 2

Narrow Escape (5 berth)

Cow Roast, Tring, United Kingdom
Guests: 5

Customer Reviews

5 Star Review
"We absolutely loved our stay on the boat and wished we could have stayed longer! It was truly a unique experience. The location is stunning and the owners were really lovely and informative. We cannot wait to stay again soon. Thank you so much."

Lynette

5 Star Review
"We absolutely loved this stay! The Canal boat had everything we needed and our boys loved it! The location it’s in is quite quiet and there are some lovely walks along the canal to enjoy. I had wondered if it might be a little cold and damp in February but that couldn’t be further from the truth, the coal fire kept the whole boat lovely and toasty! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend."

Greg

5 Star Review
"Really nice and cosy place, and bigger than expected. Corinne and Gareth were super accommodating to our check in despite needing to switch times, and lovely in person too. Will definitely be back for a longer stay soon :)"

Xander

Ready for a Waterside Escape with Zero Steering Required?

Enjoy all the boutique comforts of luxury narrowboat living while staying peacefully moored in our tranquil Chilterns marina. Check live availability to secure your waterside retreat.

Static narrowboats moored in private marina in Tring at sunset

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