Peer-to-peer accommodation guidelines
For a safe and enjoyable accommodation experience, please follow these guidelines. Regulations vary from location to location so ensure you are aware of the relevant regulations applicable to your vessel.
General
• Obtain permission from the marina to offer overnight accommodation
• Comply with all laws and regulations relevant to your boat location and use
• Inland Waterways require a non-private Boat Safety Certificate. See: boatsafetyscheme.org
• Boats must not leave their mooring
• Guests on board must not exceed max person capacity on the vessels builders plate
• Guests on board must not exceed the number of guests booked
• Follow marina guidelines (safety/noise/toilets etc)
• Manage the guest and the stay yourself, or with your own agent
• Complete a handover with a person familiar with the boat and marina, that includes;
- Safety & access
- Operating instructions of the boat and its systems
- Environmental issues of being on board (toilets and rubbish etc)
- Marina guidelines
- Emergency contact number(s)
Safety
• Make sure the boat is a safe environment for guests;
- Trip hazards
- Getting on and off the boat
- Check all electrical appliances and connections
- Provide a torch(s) for the guest to use when going ashore
• The boat should have a current gas safety certificate (if relevant)
• Gas and CO alarm to be fitted and working
• The boat should have a current fire safety certificate
• The boat should have a current electrical certificate
• Marina safety instructions to be included in the handover;
- Alcohol
- Pontoons & ladders
- Flotation devices
• Provide access to lifejackets for children and non swimmers
Insurance
• All boats must be covered by their insurance policy to provide overnight accommodation
• If in any doubt please contact your insurance broker or insurer for confirmation
• Check the booking agent provides a level of personal accident cover for guests
Click here to download a PDF of these guidelines.
Contact us with any questions you may have, or with help to list your boat with Beds on Board.