Unique AirBnB - Living on a Barge in Belfast

Finding a unique AirBnB is such a fun experience when you land in a new city, which is why I loved this Barge in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
What do you think of AirBnB? Would you stay on a boat?
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[@AvaT42]

That houseboat was a lot fancier and classy than I thought it would be. Love the large screen, and the larger bathroom! I think it would be worth the extra money to stay there. I am glad I found your site, it is fun, informative and I like your bubbly personality.

[@andrewbeardsley1633]

I work for Amtrak and it has been great seeing your journeys on the trains throughout the world. Thanks for such great content!

[@laurengarland2726]

I live in Belfast and didn't have a clue about this what the hell. I'm gonna have to look into staying here lol

[@FG-td4vs]

Yes same here, I walk past this everyday and had no idea

[@thegiftofhades]

Same lol

[@belfastireland]

Same 🤣🤣

[@Not_your_regular_aurat]

Same

[@jackplays8372]

Same

[@christianzaneclado]

This is one of the coolest airBNBs I've seen!!

[@HallFamilyMemories]

Wow, that boat is a great find! I love it for all the same reasons you do, please continue to share unique accommodations of where you’ve stayed, so inspiring.

[@jacobjenkins2190]

I know the guy who lives in the red boat! It's a great spot to live, hope you checked out the dock café!

[@BOHTOX93]

Some great Irish content over the last few days. Really enjoyed it

[@IndieGirl10100]

Whoever designed this did a GREAT job with the interior

[@daviddrummond8729]

Wow what a great presentation of my beautiful city. Your enthusiasm is infectious and I'll look out some of your other reviews too. That's a great alternative option to hotels especially if you want social distancing at the mo. The hospitality sector at the mo is shedding staff and closing but hopefully bounce back quickly after virus has gone. I hope plenty of tourists come to visit afterwards. Bon voyage.

[@susandhifaoui]

Unfortunately, I am one of those that sadly had to cancel my travel plans to Belfast a couple weeks ago. I was supposed to be there right now. I love Northern Ireland so much, and especially the people of Belfast. This would have been my 3rd trip to Belfast. I somehow just always feel so at home. So for now, my multiple trips to Sawyer's deli, and the big haul from SD Bells tea, my Punjana tea replenishment will have to wait. stay well, dear Belfast friend.

[@daviddrummond8729]

@@susandhifaoui Thank you so much for your lovely reply. Where you from? Funnily enough I've only been to Sawyer's and Bell's once, when you live somewhere you don't visit such places if you know what I mean. I drink Punjana tea everyday though. I could be wrong but I think the Scirocco works (after the drying wind) was the world's first air conditioning manufacturers primarily to dry tea leaves. I work opposite the former site. It's going to get redeveloped. Lots of changes for the better since I was a kid and we are booming. Not so good at mo with the virus but hopefully this is short-lived. I mean it's serious but we know how to deal with it and could be worse. Our ancestors over the centuries faced harder times daily. Keep safe.

[@bigmacattack7747]

@@kierank9522 better not to bring politics into things buddy. Whilst I'm in agreement with you, as you no doubt know yourself in Belfast and the north in general you can find plenty of people who use either terminology for the locale. Generally speaking no republican/nationalist would be offended or upset by the use of the term "Northern Ireland" especially not when issued in a foreign accent. Slán, go nuaí Dia duit mo chara.

[@David-mb7zw]

@@kierank9522 Good one taig

[@qwertyTRiG]

@@kierank9522 You might say that it *shouldn't* exist, and I might even agree with you, but to say that it doesn't exist is arrant nonsense.

[@williamhamilton2934]

Hope you enjoyed your stay in Belfast. I'm from belfast stay safe and wash your hands mate 💚👍

[@DownieLive]

Thanks William! You too!

[@johnsymons76]

What a difference from your Dublin accommodations! This boat seems to be the best place to stay in Belfast! It must be fantastic in the summer! Take care and stay safe. ♥️🙏🏽🌎

[@shazzer1976]

John Symons the rain gets warmer in the summer.

[@OptimizeMyAirbnb]

Great tour!! Airbnbs can definitely provide amazing and unique experiences!

[@MarkPlayzGames]

As someone from Belfast, the Enterprise line is back and running. You are welcome back to comeplete your journey anytime!!

[@candacejackson5044]

What a cute little AirBnb. I bet it stays booked a lot. Thanks for sharing it with us. Staying in unique places once in a while is definitely worth it.

[@DownieLive]

It really is!

[@PCayMan]

So many people from Belfast who didn't know this existed, myself included 😂

[@bhlquinn4749]

Yea same I was like how is es man from Canada and staying in a place i walked by 1000 times and didnt even know you could stay there

[@bhlquinn4749]

Wow u like my comment thanks

[@DownieLive]

Of course. I read them all. You took the time to watch my video and leave a comment, the least I can do is like it 👍🏼

[@martinmcwilliams]

Same here I've walked past this hundreds of times

[@elizabethshort6347]

It's a unique experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@parkerhubs]

Best accommodations I have seen so far in your travels! Looks fantastic.

[@niamh5832]

My family is from Belfast and I always go over several times a year to see them and I love it there so much. Last year we finally made the decision that when I finished my college course we would move back and we are currently packing getting ready to move back, honestly despite the troubles Belfast is such a beautiful city and I can't wait to move back and go to Uni there.

[@johnfromireland7551]

I can't recommend the Queens area enough. If you are a student at that uni you will get to know the area well. The area is named after the Uni as all the halls and departments are there. Lisburn Road, Malone Road and all the streets near the main campus are recommended places for you to stay. You can walk into the your lectures from there. The QUB sports center is huge and has everything you need! Don't miss the QFT - Queens Film Theatre. Queens uni has its own cinema and is one of the best attractions in Belfast. You must go at least once a week. It's actually the Drama and Film Studies department! Don't go anywhere near East Belfast. Stay in the city centre and the Queens area especially if you like to go out in the evenings or for socializing. St George's Market on a Sunday morning not only has mountains of amazing hot food but music and stalls of genuine Irish and N.Irish tourist gifts and more.

[@charlieindigo]

@@johnfromireland7551 Why should you NOT go "anywhere near East Belfast?" It happens to be one of the quietest and safest areas in Belfast, with more amenities than most other areas, - like the world-famous Titanic Quarter rated one of the best ten places to visit in the world, with an international sports arena, its own regional airport only a 5-minute bus ride to/from the city centre, the NI Parliament (Stormont) with its "Stormont Mile" and open spaces for leisure walking (with or without the dog), the homes and memorials to C S Lewis (the Narnia stories), the coastal railway that runs 17 miles to Bangor with many picturesque stop-offs en-route, many of the famous political and non-political wall art pictorials, the biggest stores like Ikea and Tesco, the high-view parking areas where you can park to do your shopping, and watch the aircraft, ferries and leisure craft (ship and plane spotting) coming and going CLOSE-UP, and so much more that you can't do anywhere else in the city. Sounds to me like there's some personal bias in you recommendations! On the other hand, if you go to North Belfast there's nothing but industry, houses and motorways; West Belfast where there's nothing but Windsor Park Football Ground, houses, more industry and car showrooms; and South Belfast, which is another quiet and safe place to visit - if you like more houses and little else. Like any other city in the UK, Belfast City Centre has everything in the way of universities, pubs, clubs, restaurants and general culture, but the ONLY suburb worth visiting is East Belfast.

[@annekennedy8127]

​@@charlieindigo Yes, but the Lisburn Rd area is great for students at the University...

[@MartaCYoungblood]

Love, love, love unusual AirBnBs! I think boats are a fabulous option in marina towns. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@BellaDiary]

HELL YES I would stay on that boat!!! Can I get over to Ireland already! This looked like a dream! Came for the boat, subscribed for the personality! You're hilarious! x

[@chansetwo]

Canadians are so happy. It's refreshing.

[@karenmackie9665]

Who on earth would think that the blue barge would have such an incredible interior?! Flushing toilet, two bedrooms, projection screen, full galley and huge windows! Thank you for my letting me vicariously travel with you on your journey to Ireland.

[@DownieLive]

Right?!

[@sarahmorris9284]

Heading to Belfast for long weekend in Sept and booked this barge because of this vid tour! Thx for documenting, it swayed us instead of hotel!

[@deichkind1974]

The barge is so cosy. You have made the right choice and because it is so near to your conference location you will safe the money for transformation from hotel to conference so it is awesome. In these times better stay home. Stay healthy

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Mary. I’m now home in Canada. Stay healthy to you as well.

[@markc7099]

That barge - good move - worth every penny👍

[@agentofficerthomasa.porter107]

Mike This was a GREAT Trip to see. My grandfather came to America in 1908 through Ellis Island from Ireland. I have Cousins in Ireland still living. Always wanted to go butt now not possible. Thanks again for a showing! Safe Travels & Safe Health! Always, Tommy :-)

[@johncherry2205]

The cabin cruiser behind you @ 0.46 belongs to a good friend of mine. It's usually docked in Strangford lough , Co Down. Hope you enjoyed your time in Belfast

[@TheARGblue]

The boat option is awesome.

[@erinmcelroy6314]

I go to the university by the bay you see and every time i have class I have to walk by that harbour and wish I could stay in that boat whenever I see it! It’s such a beautiful walk 😊

[@andrewbraun4582]

Thanks for showing us, Mike. Always appreciate the original content!

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome Andrew. Stay healthy!

[@caitrionamccarron6899]

So so glad you were in Belfast. I'm from N. Ireland and living here rn. Love my home city.

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

What am I watching right now...? I'm watching you, lol! How great to have so much unique space to yourself. Much much better than a hotel, for sure. Ireland is amazing too ~ hope you had enough time to visit. Such a beautiful place. Super nice people too :)

[@DownieLive]

Hahahaha. I guess you are watching me! 😆😂

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

@@DownieLive 😁👍

[@tacom1]

I would totally want to stay on that. Lovely lay out looks amazing, very quiet and stil in the heart of Belfast. Yes its maybe a bit more expensive but its special and you have all the privacy you need.

[@paullarcher4300]

Love the boat and I think you made a great choice. I'd stay there for days!

[@aaronpolevoi2334]

Really enjoying your videos! Definitely worth a subscription.

[@Summersaz]

I live in belfast and I've never seen this..what the hell lol

[@BellaDiary]

I didn't know it existed either!

[@amw6394]

Same here 😂

[@chrisschumacher4418]

Your videos are all so good. Thank you for this.

[@iauk]

My dream home😍😍 I live in Belfast laganside and this boathouse is my dream home for years! I go for a walk in this area and it is so inspiring for me! Thanks for sharing the interior with us! And I’m so pleased that you like it as well. Keep safe xox

[@silasdense4725]

So fun. Great selection on cool accommodations 😎

[@lucindar.8163]

Wow, I could lay in that master bedroom, drink coffee and look out the porthole all day!

[@DownieLive]

Right?!!! Glad I’m not the only one that thought it was amazing!

[@saj200sx]

He is soooo adorable!

[@kellyplumb7024]

Of course definitely I would want to stay on that boat. And actually I'm watching your videos right now no Netflix 🐾

[@chriscalvery8862]

Awesome!!! I now know how I want to visit Belfast!

[@kenshores9900]

Great idea. Better than a hotel.

[@joelauld6439]

I walk by this boat all the time, always a dream to own one myself. Looks amazing inside I always joked it looks like someone built a caravan on top of their boat but that looks great.

[@ardenmiller8591]

The little extra money for the boat I definitely think you made the right decision. The view from the boat is awesome!

[@DownieLive]

Totally agree!

[@scallylad5037]

Welcome to beautiful New York, Canada!!

[@brandytoutant9434]

I love how excited you get! lol you sound so Canadian, LOVE IT! watching all your videos during quarantine and they're definitely putting me in a better mood. Thanks!

[@DownieLive]

Yes Brandy! Thanks! Enjoy!

[@janistotham-davies4300]

What a fabulous place to stay, I would love to book it when in Dublin, wow!😉👍🏻

[@andyfreer1343]

Very nice barge from Ireland when in Belfast again I must try this barge

[@Alan_AB]

Hi Michael. Glad you liked Belfast. My hometown. Maybe sometime you'll return and view more of the town itself and surrounding areas. Great video.

[@andrewelie8687]

I had never seen a video for a, AirBnB, let alone a barge. Thank you for posting this. Staying on a boat is interesting. In 2010, I stayed on the SS Rotterdam in Rotterdam. It was a decommissioned Holland America ship from 1958, complete with period furniture. I would definitely choose a boat again. For my next trip to Europe, I will definitely consider Air BnB

[@Nanassugars]

How amazing! Will definitely check it out my next trip to Ireland!

[@thegiftofhades]

Thank you for calling Belfast irish and thank you for painting our city as beautiful. It's so nice to see it from someone elses perception. 💜

[@glenn9683]

Northern Ireland

[@chudd7329]

No need for the asterisk there lad. Glad you enjoyed Ireland's second city.

[@shaunah.creations9233]

Wow! That’s a gorgeous view from the barge and the barge is beautiful! It’s giving me ideas for my coastal cottage theme in my house lol. Right in 2022 I’m watching Peaky blinders and love is blind 😂

[@sherriekeller319]

Staying on a boat? Absolutely! Sleeping in a pod? Not so much. Too claustrophobic. Love seeing all of Ireland. My ancestors were from Galway. You are super!

[@cliffswann979]

Awesome, definitely worth it!!👍🏿

[@nomufftotuff4313]

Love from Belfast Ireland ❤

[@ST-ur7oh]

No Muff Tó Túff Northern Ireland

[@charli3brown397]

Thank you for correcting it to Northern Ireland 😍

[@markbailey15]

Your in Belfast, Northern Ireland!!!

[@johnsmith-xd7vq]

bigots like you caused the troubles

[@markbailey15]

@@johnsmith-xd7vq don't be a silly sectarian biggot now! He is 100% in N.Ireland and I simply pointed that out. If you don't believe he is in the United Kingdom, have a look as to whom is on our currency?! So you tell me, is it the Queens head?

[@cruzmalibu4361]

Mark Bailey... sadly, there are a lot of people in the world, who think they are educated, but do not know that Northern Ireland and Ireland are completely different countries...🙉

[@lynfl9814]

I would definitely stay there. Really cool.

[@happyhermit2022]

Beautiful boat...wow...great video thank you:)

[@briandoyle3285]

Mike: I hope you are successful and continue to produce content. Your videos are fun.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Brian! That means a lot!

[@tammyzabel8579]

Totally awesome on that boat!

[@Renault1401]

Kia Ora from New Zealand. Really enjoy your Vlogs

[@sunniclark6827]

Actually, it's very cool! So enjoy your videos!

[@bajlandia2025]

So cute boat and the flat inside stunning. I could really stay for some nights :) Around the boat so pretty view of Belfast.

[@DownieLive]

It was!

[@lindah.453]

Very very cool! I would stay on a boat. The ambiance of the water all I need. Thanks for sharing.

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome, Linda! Thanks for the comment!

[@treytracytravel]

What a really cool place to stay.

[@shortcode651]

You always live life to the fullest good job mate. 👊🔥🇬🇧”

[@Charlienmeg]

It's not cheap to stay there, that's for sure!

[@3paynes]

I'd LOVE to stay there!!

[@joe-r2405]

Mike, Thanks for sharing! Just ran accross your channell. I am a train guy, retired and wife and I were about to travel and yhen COVID hit. Thanks for the Amtrak vids. We will be traveling soon...

[@DownieLive]

Welcome aboard!

[@debbydhill]

I'm watching a cute little show called DownieLive! You made the right decision!

[@DownieLive]

Awwww... thanks Debby!

[@eydiegarcelon8889]

What an awesome place!!! Very neat!!

[@DownieLive]

It really is!

[@frankdingle9920]

I love your place of stay. Belfast seems so pretty. And as for what I'm watching, or just finished watching was called, Pride

[@Morgan-kn6xb]

Great video! I hope you enjoyed your trip to Ireland!

[@Bochanable]

Ireland is wonderful and simple. Had a wonderful time but didn’t get up to Belfast. Dublin is charming enough for over a week of wonders.

[@EthanFromLondon]

Love the video as always !!! You make everything seem so much more interesting because of your positive energy. Shame you guys couldn’t make it to London but hope to see you soon once this Corona / Budweiser stuff is over :)

[@Remmy_Swag]

I go to Belfast Met so I get to walk past that harbour every day to get to school which is amazing. It's so beautiful there in the summer

[@navalspray2673]

One time I was curious about this boathouse so I was looking into it before I realised a couple was staring back at me

[@geoffreyashcroft3774]

Sailed to Belfast oct 2015. Went to the titanic museum and many pubs. Very incredible. Reminded me of a old and modern feel to the city

[@geoffreyashcroft3774]

For your Netflix recommendations, just binge watch lucifer. That boat house looks great. Luxury compared to a Canadian frigate, lol

[@glc4now]

I binged Virgin River and the final season of The Ranch. What an amazing place to stay , you made the right choice.

[@darrinmc65]

Yeah. It’s definitely cool! Little too much for one person though. Looks like four people would be perfect.

[@DownieLive]

4 would be great. I wish I had been traveling with friends.

[@timujin02]

WOW! That's awesome! It looks like a super place to stay and what's a little more money for such nice character as this boat can give its visitors. Well chosen.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks James! Glad you agree!

[@JamesThompson-oz8kh]

Definitely awesome! Great choice! I am so jealous I can't stand it. 😁

[@sandyhagen9155]

What a great place to stay! 😊👍🏻

[@stewartgrindlay9760]

Great content. Helping discover places I didn’t know existed in my own city.

[@annunaki2012]

Did you travel around the north coast? The north coast of Northern Ireland is a wee piece of heaven on earth.

[@jonathanmcaleece9834]

Osiris 6 I agree. It’s heaven.

[@wendysuperfan1014]

Thanks Mike

[@nessahaq3664]

Nice boat ⛵, I like it.

[@paulajensen9181]

I want to live on that barge!!

[@holloweyes5209]

Love this I’m going there for my Bday

[@scallylad5037]

Welcome to beautiful Houston, Mexico!!

[@johnsmith-xd7vq]

we are in IRELAND get used to it, the numbers are on our side ,we dont need bigots like you ruining our beautiful island.

[@scallylad5037]

@@johnsmith-xd7vq typical liberal left view point full of tolerance. Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are two separate countries. Different governments, different currency, different language, different road system in km, different schools, different healthcare etc

[@caraisabelladeborah]

Screams I was just living next to you in the apartments next door!!!

[@annamariemanzo4581]

Cool accommodations!

[@ECEAllison]

That is very very beautiful

[@Wondergirl82837]

Wow thanks for sharing this. Never knew this kind of option existed. Looks so cool! ☺️ loved the dance break 😂

[@DownieLive]

😂😂

[@benmadi]

omg on my doorstep too and didn't know, what a bleep! :)