About the marina
D’Oyly Carte Island is a unique two-acre private island on the River Thames near Weybridge, Surrey and provides the perfect location to moor your boat for total tranquillity and enjoyment.
Access to this beautiful island is by its own private footbridge which links secure parking for 40 cars on the mainland. This unique combination provides a beautiful balance of convenience with seclusion.
The centrepiece on the island is Eyot House, a Grade II listed Victorian private property with 13 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a spectacular ball room.
The 1.9 acre island is steeped in history having been bought by Richard D’Oyly Carte, hence the name, in 1890. He was a former Gilbert and Sullivan opera producer and the hotelier behind The Savoy Hotel in London’s west end.
Within a 15-minute walk, you’ll find the buzzing High Street in Weybridge and a host of independent coffee shops, acclaimed restaurants, as well as a varied and comprehensive shopping offer.
With just 30 moorings provided around the whole Island, the site has a wonderful feeling of exclusivity compared to the larger capacity marinas in the vicinity. Our moorings are provided against a finger pontoon, with water and electricity next to each berth.
Opposite the moorings, the tree-lined towpath forms part of the Thames Path – a walking and cycling route stretching over 180 miles from the Cotswolds to the sea.
You are welcome to visit D’Oyly Carte Island to see the moorings, please contact us to arrange your viewing of the boat.
The moorings
It really doesn’t get better than this. A private mooring on a private island, with a wellness centre just steps away and easy access into London. The moorings at D’Oyly Carte Island offer an exclusive and serene setting, perfect for those seeking privacy, wellbeing, and a slower pace of life on the Thames.
With just 30 spacious, well-serviced berths available, life here means stunning houseboats in a stunning location. Enjoy riverside views, historic surroundings, and a wellness centre offering yoga, Pilates, and more. All just minutes from Waterloo, it’s the perfect balance of seclusion and city convenience, a waterside lifestyle made for the extraordinary.
The local area
Transport
Walton-on-Thames train station is 2.6 miles and provides 5 trains an hour to London Waterloo in 26 mins. Walton to Vauxhall (for Victoria Line underground) is 30 mins by train. Heathrow is 8.5 miles away and road access to the M25 is just 8 mins (3.4 miles) away.
Shopping
Weybridge High Street is an easy 15 minutes’ walk or there are various car parks in the town centre. There’s a Waitrose supermarket, various high street names and a good selection of independent café’s, delicatessens and a butcher. Established over 130 years ago, Church House Antiques is also a great place to browse for something unique.
Entertainment
Whether you’re looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you’re sure to find things to do in Weybridge to suit all the family, whatever the weather. For those into golf, Wentworth, the world-famous golf club with its three championship golf courses lies close by. Brooklands Motor Museum also provides a great day out or you can take a Mercedes for a spin at Mercedes-Benz World which is next door!
Cruising
There are numerous river cruising options from the Island. Just a short distance away is the start of the River Wey Navigation which provides a beautiful, scenic route to Guildford and beyond to Godalming. Alternatively, heading downstream on the River Thames, you can reach Hampton Court Palace passing through just 2 locks or head upstream through the rural towns and open countryside of Surrey and Berkshire.
