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Nescio - A Unique Stay by the Water

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A narrowboat docked at a canal with a house in the background.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a blue sofa, and a small table with a chair.
A compact kitchen with a dining area and a seating space.
A bed with striped bedding, a wooden headboard, and string lights above.
A train car interior with a table, a green seat, and a view of the countryside through the windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Boornzwaag, FR
  • Place, Jentsjemar
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Thialf Ice Stadium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, IJsselmeer
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Boornzwaag

Located in Boornzwaag, this houseboat is on the waterfront, a 4-minute drive from Jentsjemar and 7 minutes from De Kûfurd. .This houseboat is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Goaiingarypster Puollen and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Museum Joure.

What's nearby

  • Jentsjemar - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Thialf Ice Stadium - 17 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • IJsselmeer - 18 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Wadden Sea - 21 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Pantropica - 29 min drive - 28.2 miles

Getting around

  • Heerenveen Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Van der Valk Hotel Sneek - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Noflik Langwar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪De Kajuit - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Helder - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪restaurant van der valk sneek - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Nescio - A Unique Stay by the Water

Step aboard the Nescio!<br>A 100-year-old ship awaits you in a beautiful, central location in Friesland. The Nescio is fully equipped: a fully stocked kitchen (including a Quooker and dishwasher), a bath-shower combo, a corner sofa, and, of course, plenty of authentic details. Imagine yourself as the captain in the wheelhouse while you enjoy the stunning views and this unique ship with a rich history.<br><br>The space<br>A ship steeped in history—and now you can stay on it. Inside, there’s headroom (190 cm), and the ship is fully equipped: a little house on the water. Cooking is done using gas (inspected annually). A refrigerator, Quooker, and even a dishwasher are provided. Plates, pans, cutlery, glasses, coffee, tea, and spices are also included... you name it, the Nescio has it.<br><br>There’s a cozy and romantic double bed—also known as “the bunk” in nautical terms. The sofa can be converted into a sleeper sofa for two people. A crib can be set up in the workspace (a baby crib is provided; please bring your own linens for it).<br><br>Outdoor Living<br>The deck is a wonderful place to relax. On the aft deck, you’re sheltered from the sun and have a fantastic, sweeping view. There are wonderful opportunities for fishing. Getting too hot? Just jump in to cool off! (At your own risk—swim ladder provided.) There’s a hammock on the deck. Now you just have to decide whether to watch the beautiful sunset from the hammock or the wheelhouse.<br><br>Additional options<br>You can also invite friends and family; they can reserve a spot at the campground, spend the night in a cool glamping tent, or stay in an apartment or group accommodation. Check out Tijnjehoeve for the options! You’ll also receive more information about this in your welcome email.<br><br>At Tijnjehoeve, you can also rent a sailboat, a Lemsteraak with a skipper, take sailing lessons, and more. Please note: Do you have your own boat or are you renting a sloop for several days? That’s possible, but you’ll need to pay mooring fees for your boat.<br><br>Please note: Unfortunately, the bridge at Uitwellingerga is closed to car traffic until further notice. We recommend bringing your own bicycles or renting some to get to Sneek more quickly.<br><br>Guest access<br>It is prohibited to enter the engine room. You are not allowed to open certain hatches on the deck; these are marked with “private” signs. We ask for your understanding.<br><br>You are, however, allowed to be in the wheelhouse, sit on the deck, and use the hammock!<br><br>Other things to keep in mind<br>- Boating: You may not operate the boat.<br>- Not suitable for: Unfortunately, the boat is not suitable for people with disabilities or those with severe back problems (due to the need to bend over)<br>- Smoking: Smoking is not permitted indoors or in the wheelhouse.<br>- Pets: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed.<br>- Children: Personal flotation devices are available for children; you are responsible for their use.<br>- Options for renting a sailboat, taking sailing lessons, renting a SUP, etc.: ask about the possibilities at Tijnjehoeve. You’ll receive a link for this in your welcome email. There are plenty of options!<br>- Option to book a caravan, group accommodations, or a glamping stay at Tijnjehoeve: invite friends and family and make it an unforgettable vacation together!
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Nescio - A Unique Stay by the Water Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekt, wunderschöner Platz zum Urlauben
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervoller Abenteuerurlaub mit Komfort!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Der sternenhimmel und die ruhe waren faszinierend. Es war sehr friedlich und erholsam. Alles nötige war an bord vorhanden. Vielen Dank, Marco und Ilse! Jederzeit wieder...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine einzigartige,saubere und obercoole Unterkunft die wir bestimmt nochmal buchen werden.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025