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Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD

Houseboat in Providence, near Brown University

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Property grounds
Marina
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Close to Brown University and Rhode Island Convention Center, Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$336
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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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.

Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD

This cozy Vintage boat in Providence is perfect for a single escape, a couple's getaway or for three close friends to bond and have a good time. The 1-bedroom space features 3 welcoming futons. With WiFi, Smart TV, AC, and heating, guests can relax in a soothing atmosphere. The bathroom includes a toilet, sink and shower for added convenience. The kitchenette has a sink, a mini fridge and a Keurig. We hope you enjoy what our place and Providence has to offer.

"Rei Da Gambiarra" or "King of Invention" is located walking distance to Brown University, RISD, Wickenden St, the Pedestrian Bridge Park, Downtown Providence, Waterfire, Trader Joes, plenty of great restaurants and the Newport Ferry. The views from the top deck of the boat are of the city skyline and the Point Street Bridge, which is lit up at night. The top deck is also great for chilling and sunbathing during the day. Swans and Ducks can often be seen swimming by the boat.

Please Note:
Rei Da Gambiarra is a renovated 1969 Nautaline Boat. It is about 275 sq ft on the inside. The ceilings are about 6'4". Entry requires walking down a metal ramp at the marina entrance to a floating dock. The interion of the boat is accessible via a sliding glass window which requires one to duck and walk backwards down a three step ladder. The marina can either be peaceful or lively depending on the night. The boat is in close quarters with other boats that are also docked at the marina and also is in close proximity to three bars on the Marina who sometimes have live DJs and events. This stay is a in a marina in the middle of the city, meant to be a cool, centrally located alternative to a hotel room. The marina water is not good for swimming but there are several beautiful Rhode Island beaches within an hour drive. Parties are not allowed on the boat and guests are expected to follow the marina rules and not to disturb guests on other boats or do anything that might detract other's enjoyment of the marina. Failure to comply could result in expulsion from the marina. By booking you agree to hold harmless property owner of bodily injury, or death.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave any used beds unmade and our staff will take care of the linens. Used Towels can be left on the rug or on a used bed.
The marina dumpster is located at the corner of Fish Co and Point St. Please remove all trash for a five star review.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must always be accompanied by an adult

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Property Registration Number RE.05862-STR, 06/02/2026

About the area

Map
Providence, RI

What's nearby

  • Johnson and Wales University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Providence Performing Arts Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Brown University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Amica Mutual Pavilion - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rhode Island Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Providence Station - 7 min drive
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fellini Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Plant City - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seven Stars Bakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$335.93, including 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.

What time is check-in at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD located?

Situated in Providence, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Providence River, Brown University, and Rhode Island Convention Center. Benefit Street and India Point Park are also within 10 minutes. Providence Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Vintage 1969 Boat on the Providence Marina near Brown University and RISD Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

7.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alysa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an easy great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My two kids and I were pleasantly surprised by the comfort of this old houseboat. It required some stooping and climbing of steep steps, but the spectacular views, fresh ocean breeze, and proximity to fabulous bars, restaurants, and cultural landmarks was more than worth it. Any questions we had regarding the boat and its surroundings were quickly answered by our host, Erin.
Lounging on deck of 1969 houseboat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Vrbo was what you might expect of a vintage boat. Some of the things that weren’t terribly pleasant were nature of staying on a vintage boat, but here were the main pain points that were less related: -there are two clubs right next to the marina where the boat is. Over the weekend, the clubs were playing very very loud music until 1-3am in the morning, even if it was empty inside -there are spiders in every nook in the boat. My traveling partner and I are not afraid of spiders, so this was ok for us, but this might not be the best place for you if you do have a fear of them. They did not get in our way or bother us, but they are all over. -The rug in the boat is made of some kind of fibers that get everywhere. Once I realized what they were, the place didn’t feel dirty, but before this realization it looked like there was fine pet hair and flecks of something everywhere. This was just the rug fibers getting into the bed sheets and spread across the place but we were always brushing them off the beds and our clothes -The boat has many many windows and the curtains were all see through Beyond this, there were other small details that were not comfortable such as a lack of microwave, dishes that were not fully clean, and a lack of security. Pros of the boat: walkable to Providence’s touristy attractions, lots of delicious places to eat nearby, right next to a Trader Joe’s, beautiful views of the river and cityscape, fun to be on the water, clear communication frm host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025