Welcome to
Royal Escape Windsor

Welcome to Royal Escape Windsor

Wake up to the magical sunrise on the River Thames and a breathtaking view of the Windsor Castle. 

Situated on the River Thames at Windsor, close to Eton Bridge and the town centre, we have this very unique waterside experience. The Royal Escape Windsor wide beam barge is 70ft long x 12ft wide.

This stylish houseboat can accommodate up to 4 guests, and the space is composed of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious living room, a fully-functioning kitchen, wine fridge, wood burner and outside sitting areas.

Booking Enquiries

We accept both direct bookings and bookings via Airbnb.

For direct booking enquiries please email James at booking@royalescapewindsor.com

Check availability or book via Airbnb here

The Space

Although you are on a boat, it is very spacious just like a normal 2 bed apartment. However, operating things like the showers and toilets are different to a home and instructions must be followed.

  This stay was a very memorable and unique experience. Not being boat people it took a while to adapt to life on the water, but the happy hours at sunset… read more

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August 5, 2024

  A fantastic experience, and all the small touches like WiFi qr code, speaker and charger were an added benefit. You definitely get a river experience!

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July 31, 2024

  An idyllic stay in a perfect location – wonderful mooching about on the river, reading and feeding the swans. The boat is well equipped, comfortable and stylish and James ensured… read more

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July 24, 2024

Bedrooms

There are two spacious en-suite double-size bedrooms. 

The Kitchen

The modern recently refurbished kitchen is equipped with an oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, kettle and a Nespresso coffee machine. 

Additional Amenities

Riverside view

WIFI

TV / Netflix

Workspace

Pets allowed

Outdoor sitting area

Location

2 minute walk from Windsor River side train station.
Near by paid parking approx £5.20 per day.

There is a pub diagonal opposite, which serves good food and drinks. Although the pub is close, there isn’t any noise which could disturb your stay.

The boat is static and can not be taken out for river trips.

Booking Enquiries

We accept both direct bookings and bookings via Airbnb.

For direct booking enquiries please email James at booking@royalescapewindsor.com

Check availability or book via Airbnb here

We look forward to welcoming you aboard The Royal Escape!

House Rules

Maximum of 4 guests

Check-in: After 14:00

Check out: 11:00

Self check-in with lockbox

No smoking

No parties or events

Dogs allowed

Health & Safety
Carbon monoxide alarm

Smoke alarm

 

Must climb stairs – There are a few steps down to the boat from the path and 2 more down on to the boat.

Additional Info

An important thing to note, guests must turn on a pump for the showers before using them.

They will flood if this isn’t done. Its very simple to operate, just pulling out a lever next to the shower and pushing it back in when finished. 🙂