Kingfisher Narrowboat United Kingdom

How amazing would it be to enjoy a romantic getaway on a luxurious 57 ft narrowboat! The boat can either be rented as a static holiday let or, with tuition, it can be let with self-drive hire or with a skipper. Kingfisher Narrowboat is wildly romantic with a dreamy kingsize bed, a log burning fire, a comfy velvet sofa, Smart television, its own private garden next to the Chesterfield Canal where it is moored, a deck with a covered hot tub and lots more. The narrowboat is a gorgeous escape from everyday life. It is part of a small but very special holiday centre with a whole lot of treats in store. Within two gorgeous acres of woodland in  Walkeringham, Nottinghamshire, there are two fabulous lodges and Kingfisher Narrowboat waiting for lucky guests. Guests staying in each accommodation enjoy total privacy yet have access to some wonderful shared extras. There are so many options to make your romantic getaway memorable such as breakfast hampers, barbecue and steak hampers, a barbecue cabin, a sauna cabin, a jacuzzi, celebration packages, massages, afternoon teas, fishing, boat trips on the Chesterfield Canal, woodland walks through Sherwood Forest, cycle paths, shopping trips into Bawtry, visits to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, challenges at Go Ape, Sherwood, race days at Doncaster, culture at Gainsborough Old Hall or you can even take to the air and fly a plane at the Yorkshire Aero Club.
Kingfisher Narrowboat is uniquely styled with much attention to detail. It has been designed for couples who are looking for romance and something a little different, a cosy escape on the water. Your private, fenced off garden next to the mooring is a delight where you will find a wigwam styled double day bed, a picnic bench, a fire bowl barbecue and on your decked terrace, a covered private electric hot tub and a bistro table so you can enjoy a glass of fizz while enjoying the tranquility, the nature and the wildlife. Your hot tub will be hot and toasty, waiting for you with fluffy bathrobes included as standard. Your fire bowl barbecue comes with a starter pack of logs. You can book exclusive use sessions in the shared luxury wood-burning sauna pod throughout your stay enjoying its large viewing window which overlooks the duck pond. This is included in your stay. Next to the sauna pod is a gazebo with seating, a cold shower and a changing room, also for exclusive use with the sauna session. If you feel like more pampering, you can book a full spa experience in the yurt before or after your sauna session. The treatments do incur an extra charge and include de-stress massages, ultimate stress relief massages, reflexology, heavenly full body massages or couples massages. The barbecue cabin and picnic table can also be booked for two hour sessions for exclusive use. You just take your crockery, cutlery and pans along from your lodge using your garden trolley. You can buy a barbecue hamper on-site or take your own food.
You sumptuous kingsize bed sits at one end of the boat with its memory foam mattress and luxury linens. You can relax on your blue velvet sofa while enjoy the heat and charm of your wood burning stove and watching Netflix on your Smart television. The picture window offers wonderful views out to the canal, especially at sunset. Your kitchen area offers a microwave, dishwasher, cooker and a fridge with an ice box. You can eat in your dining area, on deck or in your garden. Your shower comes with fluffy towels and quality eco toiletries. You will be warm throughout your stay as the boat is fully insulated with central thermostatic heating. Real wood floors run throughout and blackout curtains make sure you have a good night’s sleep. There is a large deck at the back of the boat and a smaller one at the front.
All guests staying at Kingfisher Narrowboat receive a complimentary breakfast hamper when they arrive with local sausages, bacon, fresh eggs from the free range chickens when they are available, tomatoes, mushrooms, cereal, jam, butter, bread, sparkling Belvoir elderflower presse and an assortment of hot drinks. You will have hair dryers, ironing facilities, spa towels, a simple cleaning pack, Wi-Fi, a key safe and tea and coffee so you really do not have to pack too much!
The price for stays at Kingfisher Narrowboat is for static boat hire. Please let us know if you are interested in self-drive hire or skippered hire. There are naturally extra costs and full training and a boat manual given. Only guests over the age of 21 will be offered self drive hire. This only takes place between 1st March and 31 October each year. Insurance, petrol, gas, pump out if needed, training and water are included in the extra costs. If you take the boat out or have it skippered, a two hour journey in either direction will take you through two locks to the famous Drakeholes Tunnel and The Duck restaurant or to West Stockwith Marina and The White Hart Pub and Restaurant.
If you need more wood and charcoal while staying on Kingfisher Narrowboat there is a small charge. If you want to purchase a barbecue hamper this is likely to include burgers, Moroccan flavoured chicken skewers, pork chops, lamb chops, rolls, mushrooms, peppers, courgette, cheese and sauces. Like with the breakfast hampers, if you are vegan or vegetarian please just say. The steak hamper comes with rump steaks, peppercorn sauce, mushrooms, courgettes, asparagus and peppers. Afternoon tea can be delivered to your lodge in wicker hampers. In addition, you can surprise your loved one with balloons, flowers or handmade chocolates on arrival.
Kingfisher Narrowboat is a fabulous, unique getaway for couples. It is ultra romantic and your loved one will feel very special.Kingfisher Narrowboat offers a unique, romantic stay on the Chesterfield Canal in Nottinghamshire. It is moored on the water within an area of two acres of woodland. The narrowboat comes with its own private garden and decked terrace. It is a rural, blissful and perfect spot for a few days or a week away. The views and sunsets over the canal are magnificent. Nearby you will find rivers, woodlands and farmland with rare fauna and flora. There are lots of fabulous places to eat close by in Misterton, Gringley on the Hill, Drakeholes, Everton and Bawtry, that is if you don’t want to barbecue in the pod or in your private garden.
Robin Hood’s county offers many attractions and beautiful scenery. You can walk along the canal all the way into Chesterfield if you are seriously energetic or you can enjoy a boat trip on the water. The boat trips are run by the Canal and River Trust and can be picked up at Drakesholes, Retford and Ranby. Sherwood Forest and the infamous Major Oak enjoy much local folklore. It was supposedly where Robin Hood and his merry men slept. The tree is between eight hundred and a thousand years old. The art and visitor centre in the forest boasts delightful art studios and a cafe and it regularly hosts special events.
When staying on Kingfisher Narrowboat, you are on the borders of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire so the world is your oyster as far as entertainment goes. The market towns of Bawtry in South Yorkshire, Retford in North Nottinghamshire and Gainsborough in Lincolnshire are all within fifteen minutes drive of Kingfisher Narrowboat. Bawtry boasts an excellent selection of boutique shops, trendy bars and wonderful restaurants. Bawtry enjoys an interesting history being first recorded as Baltry in 1199 and as Bautre in 1677.
The Yorkshire Wildlife Park is roughly twenty minutes from the lodge with around 475 animals including over 60 different species. Most of the animals are endangered or threatened in the wild and include polar bears, lions, tigers, black rhinos and many more.  There are animal and rangers talks, live shows, animal feeding, animal experiences where you can get up close and safari nights with live music.
Doncaster Racecourse is half an hour away, one of the oldest racecourses for horse racing in Britain. It usually hosts 38 race fixtures a year and is home of the prestigious Cazoo St Leger Festival in September which draws thousands of racegoers. The racecourse is also used for other events including Christmas Live party nights.
For some local history you can visit the ancient Gainsborough Old Hall, a fantastic, well-preserved timber framed manor house. Another popular trip is to Europe’s largest antiques centre at Hemswell. Lincoln Catherdral and Lincoln Castle are popular too. If you fancy a day by the sea, you can head to Cleethorpes Beach which is roughly an hour away.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!