The location of Rijnstroom Iv

Geographic Location: Lat: 50.6905; Long: -1.09903 - GeoTag: GB-IOW

 

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Rijnstroom Iv

 Selwyn Marina Pontoon, Bembridge Harbour, Bembridge, PO35 5NS 

 

Accommodation Star Rating of Rijnstroom Iv

The actual star rating of Rijnstroom Iv is 4G and has been provided by Self-Accredited

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A brief description of this property and its facilities

Historic 90ft Dutch Barge available for Bed and Breakfast Accommodation and Self Catering Holidays in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight.Moored at a private pontoon on the beautifully scenic Bembridge Harbour Rijnstroom IV is a 90ft long by 18ft wide original Dutch barge built in Rotterdam Holland in 1922. Constructed from Iron and Steel she weighs 140 tons. Originally she was used for transporting grain and other heavy goods around the canals and waterways of Holland. Later after being commandeered by the German army she was used for transporting munitions along the Rhine during World War 2. She was imported into the UK in December 1982 and moored at Sunderland Wharf in the Northeast of England. She was transferred to the River Hamble on the South coast of England in 1991 and then onto the Isle of Wight in 2004 where she was moored at the Odessa Marina Newport. Finally after being purchased by her present owners in September 2006 she was transferred to Island Harbour on the river Medina and then onto her current home at Bembridge Harbour where she has undergone extensive alterations and renovations to become a very popular holiday destination.WheelhouseThe accommodation comprises an entrance from the starboard side into the Wheelhouse. This is situated above the engine room and contains all the engine navigation and helm controls. It has a large comfy bench seat offering stunning panoramic views across the Solent to Portsmouth and surrounding landscape. She also has stairways to the Saloon and the Captains cabin.Captains CabinSnugly situated at the stern of the barge behind the wheel house. This cabin offers a double bed wardrobe chest of drawers bench seat and has its own shower and toilet.SaloonSpacious open plan living area which is comfortably furnished with 3 sofas. A fold away dining table provides seating for 12 people with a further 6 places around the Breakfast Bar in the Galley. There is a colour television DVD player Video player and stereo sound system for guests to use as well as numerous films and books.GalleySituated at the end of the saloon it is a modern fully fitted and very well equipped kitchen which benefits from a fridge freezer microwave oven and hob full place settings for 18 people.Owners SuiteSituated in the bow of the barge comprising two cabins both tastefully decorated and furnished. The Masters Cabin with double bed and the First Mates Cabin with twin beds.Boatswains CabinA snug compact cabin with double bed wardrobe and bedside table.Crew CabinContaining twin full-size bunks bedside tables and wardrobe.Bathroom 1Fully equipped with hot and cold water full size bath shower wash basin and flush toilet.Bathroom 2Fully equipped with hot and cold water shower wash basin and flush toilet.SundeckExternally the barge has a huge sundeck in front of the wheelhouse. It has a large wooden table with ample bench seats and easy chairs. It also has a gas BBQ.All cabins benefit from ample natural light central heating via radiators and mains power. 

Facilities at Rijnstroom Iv

The list below details what additional facilities you may expect;

Tea/Coffee making facilities in each room;Iron And Board In Each Room

Room Rates (Pounds Sterling)

Room prices at Rijnstroom Iv range from around 70 GBP to 0 GBP per night. (Charges are subject to change without notice)

Map and Driving Directions to Rijnstroom Iv

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Attractions and Event Venues near Rijnstroom Iv, Bembridge

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Railway Stations and Bus Stations near Rijnstroom Iv, Bembridge

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