Feel at home
The Boathouse sits on the banks of the Maribyrnong River; a little oasis of gum trees, sloping grass banks, old river terraces. Its charming Australian décor features natural radial cut weather boards, a stone fireplace, tin sidings, a polished concrete floor and a ceiling of exposed straw.
Once you have made yourself comfortable, you’ll never want to leave! Oh, and you might notice a large canoe hanging from the roof...
Bring Your Celebration to the River
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We're in love with food. We love high quality food and drinks. We love knowing where our produce and products comes from, and the people who produce it.
The Boathouse was built on a vision to share life’s simple pleasures done really well.
We believe that The Boathouse belongs to the people that come, and the people that work here and are committed to making The Boathouse a true icon for the community and the people of Melbourne.
At The Boathouse, we believe in treating you with a “genuine sense of hospitality” as if you were coming into our home. It is a principle that The Boathouse crew live and work by.
Also, having a “generosity of spirit” is important with generosity extending to our approach to service and ensuring you get value for your money. There is a feeling of pride and history, the sense of community here is undeniably strong.
Walkers, children, dogs and bikes, it should be hectic, but somehow it is not.
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Whether you're planning a relaxing riverside lunch, a special dinner, or a private celebration, booking with The Boathouse is simple and quick. Choose your preferred date and time, and let us take care of the rest.
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The Boathouse is the idyllic venue for functions and events. From birthdays to weddings, our hosting experience will provide great memories for you and your guests.