The Floating Terrarium
- Premier host
- Hackney, London, England
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- Sleeps: 2
- Bedroom: 1
- Bathroom: 1
- Minimum stay: 1 night
Boasting over 150 plants (yes, really!) The Floating Terrarium is a luxurious oasis in the hip, bustling London Borough of Hackney.
A proud recipient of Airbnb’s coveted OMG! Fund, in which grants were awarded to create the “quirkiest, most mind-bending holiday rentals”, the floating off-grid haven is the brainchild of designer Mia Powell.
Together with help from eco-conscious brands including Lick Paint and Patch Plants – not to mention her Dad! – Mia set about building, crafting, and styling the dazzlingly unique space herself.
Pet-friendly and sleeping up to two guests, the result is akin to actual botanical heaven. Alongside solar panels and a compost loo sit breath-taking ‘living walls’, reclaimed wooden gym floors, nature-hued furnishings, and lush tropical plants… with eye-catching trapezium-shaped windows and a skylight to make you feel like you’ve just stepped into the sun-drenched Garden of Eden.
What of the on-board facilities? Well, there’s a shower to freshen up in, a rear deck for al fresco cocktail-quaffing, and a generous open-plan living and kitchen space for relaxing and meal-prepping. Equipped with everything from an air fryer to an induction hob, you’ll have everything you could need…
…though with some of Hackney’s best dining spots accessible in a five-minute stroll, you might choose to let someone else do the cooking, instead!
You’ll also have a downy kingsize bed to curl up in after a hard day of exploring the city’s never-ending delights – or simply grabbing a good book and finding a cosy green snuggle-space onboard – as the canal rocks you gently into a sound night’s sleep.
Keep readingAt a glance
- A unique floating retreat boasting over 150 plants and ultra-creative styling, winner of a coveted Airbnb OMG! Fund award and peacefully moored on a canal in the London Borough of Hackney.
- The off-grid botanical barge sleeps up to two guests, with well-behaved pets also welcome on request.
- Eco-luxe facilities include a well-equipped kitchen, shower and compost toilet, and Nest-controlled central heating.
- There’s a downy kingsize bed and plenty of green space to curl up in – whether you’re relaxing in the living area or out on the rear deck.
- Incredibly well-located, the nearest tube station is five minutes away, with a wealth of places to dine and visit in the immediate vicinity. Personalised location guides are available on request.
Features
Adults Only
Dog Friendly
Off-Grid
Facilities
Over 150 plants throughout: living space with sofa, projector (apple adapter included), kitchen area with breakfast bar and stools, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, air fryer, induction hob, wine rack, storage space, kingsize bedroom, bathroom with shower, sink, compost toilet, rear deck seating area. Nest central heating system.
Local activities
Please see the property website for detailed information about things to see and do in the local area.
More information
Oh, and there’s even a Nest-controlled central heating system, for chilly evenings spent hunkering down with a board game and a bottle of wine. During colder months, you’ll find your floating sanctuary perfectly pre-warmed for your arrival.
Fancy snuggling up and getting cosy with some onboard entertainment? Well, we’ve just the ticket: you’ll find a projector onboard which you can connect to a laptop (apple adapter also included). Switch this on to watch movies in the bow area of the boat… why not lay on the bench for optimum viewing?
All that’s left to do is decide exactly how you’ll spend your holiday time! For starters, Mia will be happy to furnish you with a personalised location guide – just ask.
If you’re doing things under your own steam, you could start by checking out the many places to eat, drink, and be merry in the local area… some of which are dotted along the canal itself.
Meanwhile, with the nearest tube station mere minutes away it’ll be ridiculously easy to travel into the beating heart of the City, or even visit some lesser-known spots to rave about later on.
There’s also a range of local events, activities and excursions available to whet your appetite for culture and adventure alike (think buzzy makers’ markets, kayaking and axe-throwing to name just a few) before you settle in for another gloriously lush evening on The Floating Terrarium.
Things to note
There will be an additional charge for pets to stay.
Current Offers
Off season offer of 3 nights for the price of 2 - enquire with host
Where you'll be staying
Hackney, London
What the guests of The Floating Terrarium say
“Amazing stay, Mia has really done a great job on the design and aesthetic. Just as brilliant as it looks in the pics but even better in real life. We had everything we need, all amenities provided accordingly and Mia was great at communicating. Thank you”
“This is such a unique and enjoyable place to stay. It’s a beautifully designed and very well maintained space, in a great location, managed by a really friendly and communicative host. I’ll definitely be coming back.”
“My partner and I had a lovely stay here. It was the perfect location to be at and the Mia’s boat was the right place to be by the sunny canal with a lovely glass of rose. Thank you Mia for the lovely experience!”
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