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Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience

2.0 star property
Houseboat in Staines, near Thames River

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Interior
TV, stereo

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$596
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Chertsey, England
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Thorpe Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Staines

At this houseboat you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Thames River and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Thorpe Park. Highlights at this houseboat include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Staines houseboat include Windsor Castle and LEGOLAND® Windsor.

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thorpe Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thames Path - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Amity Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chertsey Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Chertsey Station - 5 min drive
  • Station A Station - 12 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vibes Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wilderness Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wheatsheaf & Pigeon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience

Across the street from Thorpe Park, this memorable place is anything but ordinary. Selene is a vacation get away you won`t forget. Though you aren`t allowed to drive this 65x12ft wide-beam, you are able to enjoy the full Kitchen, bathroom with a tub/shower, a king size bed, double, bunk and pull out couch. The outside patio is a great place to eat or read. With a cozy fire or radiant heat you will alway be warm. High speed internet and TVs everywhere.

Selene is a 65x12ft Widebeam Boat, she offers 2 bedrooms, one being the the master Bedroom with Double bed and Bedroom 2 with a double and a single bed, allowing families to enjoy staying on board. She has a beautiful bathroom with a claw foot Bath and shower mixer tap, along with Toilet and wash basin. The lounge and Kitchen are an open plan and give great space to feel at home when you stay. Full heating throughout the Boat along with a log burner to make winter nights even cozier. The master Bedroom also enjoys have a deck area through the double doors, so you can sit outside and enjoy your morning coffee or Night time tipple looking out across the Marina. The front deck on the boat as you enter, allows you during spring and summer months to enjoy outside access on the front deck to top up your tan and in winter can be enclosed to let you enjoy outside deck space. We have designed her internally to make all our guests have a home on the water experience. With large TVs and a fast wifi, fully fitted kitchen, with Gas Hob and Oven, Fridge and freezer, washing machine, we know that you will have everything at hand to enjoy your stay. If you don`t feel like cooking on board, then we have some great restaurants within 1.5 miles for you to enjoy, such as the Swan, the Grove, Kingfisher to name but a few. If you are staying between Thursday and Sunday, there is also a Yacht Club in site with a bar and restaurant that many of our Guests have enjoyed. Being in Penton Hook, THORPE PARK IS ONLY 900 METRES AWAY. and with Windsor castle, Hampton Court and Lego land a short drive away, you are in a great position to you enjoy these facilities. For those that enjoy sports, she is also ideally located for Golf courses that hold PGA Championships and for the Horse racers, access to Windsor,Sandown and Ascot give you great choice.
PLEASE NOTE THAT CONTRARY TO BOOKINGS DESCRIPTIONS, THORPE PARK IS ONLY 900 METRES AWAY NOT 11KM
Penton Hook Marina is the ideal place for a getaway break. Tree lined marina located to restaurants and activities with the options of being active or chilled and just enjoy the surroundings. the marina itself has a mixture of residential and Non-residential boats.

Guests are allowed to use every space that doesn`t have a lock on it. Guests are not allowed to Drive the boat. While in the marina you also have access to on shore bathroom, shower and laundry facilities.
Guest Rules
Welcome aboard Selene. To make your stay safe, comfortable, and enjoyable, please follow these simple rules. By staying here, you agree to respect both the boat and the Penton Hook Marina community.
House Rules for BrightOwl
1. Check-in/out – Please respect agreed times so we can prepare the boat properly. Check ins after 5:00 incur a £25 fee.
2. Shoes off inside – Helps keep the boat clean and protects the flooring.
3. No smoking or vaping inside, on the deck, or in the front of the boat.
4. No climbing or sitting on the roof of the boat.
5. Pets – Allowed only with prior approval and a clean up fee £50. Dogs must always be on a lead in the marina. You are responsible for all messes and damage made by pets.
6. Quiet hours – 10pm–8am. Please be mindful of loud sounds during this time.
7. Guests – Only registered guests are allowed to stay overnight. No parties or events.
8. Heating & electricity – Please switch off appliances when not in use. Do not overload sockets. If you overload the sockets you will find the Fuse panel inside the brown cabinet door to the left when you enter the boat. Look inside and see the white panel with fuse switches up and to the right. These should all be switched up. If it pops again, turn things off and try again.
9. Rubbish & recycling – Use the marina bins provided. Never throw anything into the water.
10. Toilet use – Only marine-safe toilet paper. Absolutely no wet wipes or anything else in the toilet. Also, no disposal of waste into the river or marina (illegal and subject to fines).
11. Safety equipment – A fire extinguisher and lifejackets are provided. Please familiarize yourself with their location.
Marina Rules You Must Follow
1. Lifejackets – Strongly recommended when on pontoons, especially for children.
2. No swimming, diving, fishing, jet-skiing, or similar activities in the marina.
3. Children – Must be supervised at all times near water.
4. Barbecues or open flames – Not permitted on the boat, pontoon, or marina grounds.
5. Noise – Engines, generators, or loud music must not disturb others.
6. Pets – Must be controlled at all times. Dogs on leads; clean up after them.
7. Speed limits – 10 mph on land for cars.
8. Waste & pollution – No discharge of toilets, oil, fuel, or rubbish into the water. Use marina facilities only.
9. Restricted areas – Do not enter other boats or private areas without permission.
10. Accidents or hazards – Report immediately to the marina office.
11. Park anywhere there is a free space with in the parking areas. One car parked near the boat and one more car parked at the marina office area.
12. You will be given a key card upon arrival. Use this to go through gates, laundry room, showers and restrooms. If you loose the Key card you will be charged £50.
Safety Notes
The pontoons can be slippery – take care, especially in wet weather. The river has strong currents and deep water – no swimming.
Keep luggage light and manageable when boarding.
In an emergency, call 999 and alert the marina office.
Other fun things:
We have puzzles, books and a game or two for your enjoyment.

■ Enjoy your stay aboard Selene! Please treat the boat, marina, and community with the same respect you would your own home.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest Rules Welcome aboard Selene. To make your stay safe, comfortable, and enjoyable, please follow these simple rules. By staying here, you agree to

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

441684

Frequently asked questions

Does Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience have a pool?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience?

As of 30 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience on 12 Jan 2026 start from AU$596.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience?

No, Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Selene - Luxury Houseboat Experience?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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