Duck Island Boat Company Reviews Summary

Boat Quality and Amenities

Pros:

• "The boat is beautifully done inside, very comfortable and everything you need is made available."
• "The beds are so comfortable!"
• "The boat is well equipped with everything you need, so clean & Tidy."
• "The boat itself was beautiful and our every need was met ... and then some."
• "The boat is designed to a high spec and has everything you need."
• "The boat is 5 star ⭐️ with everything we needed for a comfortable trip."
• "The boat was kitted out to a really high standard...well equipped kitchen, large TV, 2 bathrooms."
• "The boats this company have to offer are far superior to others I have hired on Lancaster canal."

Cons:

• "The boat was well presented, clean and inviting but rather compact for 4 adults."
• "Finally we would have liked a boat hook on board."
• "We were surprised to find no freezer compartment in the fridge and we missed not having a microwave oven and access to wi-fi."

Customer Service and Support

Pros:

• "Eamonn and Elaine provide an exceptional narrowboat experience and outstanding service."
• "Eamonn & Elaine are a lovely couple who welcomed us very well!"
• "Eammon and Elaine are a lovely couple, and Eammon's initial tuition was just perfect."
• "Eamon was so helpful and instructed us really well on how to use the boat & gave us lots of advice."
• "Elaine, Eamon and Pete were all superb, friendly and nothing was too much trouble."
• "The welcome hamper went down very well and our little dogs loved being ship-dogs for the week."
• "The owners are a lovely couple who go out of their way to make sure your Holiday runs smoothly."
• "Eamonn and Elaine made the experience even better. Nothing was too much trouble!!"

Cons:

• "They put a lot of effort into delivering a first class service with beautiful boats but are unfortunately let down by the Canal & River Trust."

Experience and Scenery

Pros:

• "What a fabulous way to see the countryside and enjoy a relaxing break."
• "The scenery along the way is just gorgeous, and it was so lovely to wake up and see the ducks and swans swimming by each morning."
• "We spent a week on Glissando cruising the Lancaster enjoying its beautiful scenery. Plenty of great spots to moor."
• "The wildlife and glorious views along the canal were the icing on the cake."
• "The Lancaster Canal is stunning, especially the northern section."
• "The Lancaster canal is a beautiful lock free canal with places to stop for a meal or to visit should you wish to."
• "The scenery was amazing the pubs n food was great really nice people lots to do or just relax."
• "The canal is picturesque and ideal for novice boaters as it has no locks."

Cons:

• "The Lancaster canal is very quiet but beautiful."
• "A bit tight and weedy up north but worth the trip."