About the marina
Nestled on the shores of the famous River Hamble, surrounded by huge skies and tranquil salt marshes, this is one of the most beautiful and sought after locations on the south coast.
This stunning houseboat has been skilfully handmade by our master craftspeople with thoughtfully designed, modern interiors. The layout has been specifically designed to take advantage of this unique mooring with a generous stern seating area overlooking the verdant saltmarshes and ancient woodlands and the open bow facing directly onto one of the best rivers in the country for water-based adventures.
This unique waterside retreat offers a genuine sense of escapism yet is within walking distance of the village centre with it’s traditional waterside pubs and local train station with direct services to Southampton, Portsmouth and beyond.
The moorings
The moorings at Salterns Boatyard immerse you in a distinctive riverside lifestyle where nature and heritage meet. With expansive views of salt marshes and ancient woodlands, your boat becomes a sanctuary for peaceful moments and memorable adventures, all within reach of vibrant village life and easy transport connections.
This location suits those who enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle, whether it’s paddling along the Hamble River, exploring local walking trails like the Strawberry Trail, or relaxing in traditional village pubs just minutes away. Here, you can unwind in a setting that feels far removed from the everyday, yet remain well connected to Southampton, Portsmouth, and beyond.
The local area
The Village of Bursledon is less than 10 minutes walk from the mooring and is a charming traditional village with a working windmill, three excellent pubs, cafes, local shops and sports facilities. The famous Jolly Sailors pub in the village is a quintessential, dog friendly waterside pub, with outdoor seating on the river terrace in the summer and roaring fires and cosy nooks in the winter.
Bursledon train station is short walk from the mooring, offering an hourly direct train service to both Southampton (13 minutes) and Portsmouth (35 minutes) as well as to other local riverside villages.
Transport
Salterns Boat yard in the Village of Bursledon benefits from excellent road, rail and airport connections:
Car
The marina is only a few minutes drive from the M27, giving easy access to the M3 and A3 as well as along the coast to Portsmouth, Southampton and Chichester.
Southampton: 20 minutes (6 miles)
Portsmouth: 17 minutes (15 miles)
Chichester: 40 minutes (28 Miles)
London: 2 hours (85 miles)
Train
Bursledon Train station is a 5 minute drive / 13 minute walk from the boatyard offering an direct hourly service to:
Southampton: 23 minutes
Portsmouth & Southsea: 35 minutes
London (via Southampton Central): 2 Hours 10 minutes
Airports:
Southampton: 15 minutes (7 miles)
Gatwick: 1 hour 30 mins (75 miles)
Heathrow: 1 hour 5 minutes (66 miles)
Shopping
A post office and small local shops are available in the village while a larger Waitrose is a located an 8 minute drive away at Locks Heath.
West Quay Shopping Centre in nearby Southampton has hundreds of shops to browse, as well as cinemas and many restaurants.
Local Activities
Stomp the strawberry trail
The Strawberry Trail is a figure of eight walking path in the Hamble River Valley. The footpath is managed by Eastleigh Borough Council. The area was once an important strawberry growing region. Hamble and the Solent Water have a long history of boat-building and you will find marinas and boating activity along the trail. Starting from Botley the first loop heads north west to the edge of Eastleigh before returning via the Itchen Valley Country Park and Manor Farm Country Park. The second, smaller loop follows the River Hamble to Bursledon before making a circuit of the Royal Victoria Country Park beside Southampton Water and the pretty Hamble-le-Rice.
Bursledon Windmill & Brickworks and The Sea City Museum
The River Hamble and nearby port of Southampton are awash with maritime history; explore Bursledon Windmill (Hampshire’s only working windmill), steam enthusiasts can lose several hours in the Bursledon Brickworks Museum, or head to Southampton to find out more about the 1912 White Star liner Titanic and stories of people who have arrived in Southampton Port over the last 200,000 years.
Hamble River
Explore the peaceful upper reaches of the Hamble River, a great trip with friends, children and those who appreciate calm waters, nature, stunning views and on a warm day – a river dip! Enjoy a pint and a bite at the Horse & Jockey Pub, or picnic by the waterside, then rest your arms and shoot back down on the ebb tide.
Convenience & Seclusion
The boatyard provides a designated parking place with an adjacent lockable storage shed and has a unique, rural feel, giving residents a genuine feeling of escapism.
