When you board The Gentleman, you'll notice this isn't your typical river ship. Finished in an elegant residential style in 2024, the tasteful décor, surfaces and fabrics provide a feeling of quiet luxury. Attire on board is comfortable and casual and throughout your sailing, your shipboard family will cater to your every need.
The intimate scale of The Gentleman ensures that every guest receives personalised attention, while spacious common areas encourage natural conversation and connection among fellow travelers.
Whether you're working from the sun-drenched deck with panoramic river views or unwinding in the thoughtfully appointed lounge, every space has been designed to feel like an extension of your own home.
Your stateroom serves as both sanctuary and workspace, featuring all the modern amenities needed for extended stays. With flexible dining times, quiet zones for concentration, and communal spaces that foster genuine friendships, life aboard moves to your rhythm rather than a rigid schedule—creating the perfect balance between productivity, relaxation, and discovery.
Embark on the ultimate river adventure of a lifetime aboard Cruise Retirement’s 2024-built river barge: The Gentleman!
Hull construction of The Gentleman was completed for Van Loon Cruises at the Severnav SA shipyard in Romania, following which the TeamCo Shipyard in Heusden of The Netherlands completed the fit-out luxurious and exacting standards.
Designed for the discerning passenger, it reflects a yacht-like appearance and was designed to suit the new standard of contemporary river cruising clientele expect.
Experience a contemporary design where balance meets the unexpected. Every interior detail reflects sophisticated craftsmanship, expressed through exclusive materials, wood, marble, glass, bronze and leather, each chosen to create a distinct aesthetic language. Handcrafted accessories elevate the space, infusing the lounge with an exciting, luxurious atmosphere.
As the heart of life aboard, The Lobby serves as your welcoming threshold between vessel and shore, where anticipation builds before each new port and memories are rekindled upon return. This elegant gathering space invites spontaneous conversations with fellow residents whilst waiting for friends, seamless coordination with our concierge team and quiet moments of reflection as you plan out your next adventure in port on European adventure. It's more than an entrance, it's where your floating residence truly feels like home.
Experience a contemporary design where balance meets the unexpected. Every interior detail reflects sophisticated craftsmanship, expressed through exclusive materials—warm wood, marble, glass, bronze, and leather—each chosen to create a distinct aesthetic language. Handcrafted accessories elevate the space, infusing the lounge with an exciting, luxurious atmosphere.
Whether you're enjoying an evening aperitif, catching up with fellow travelers, or simply relaxing with a book as European landscapes drift past, The Lounge offers an inviting sanctuary of comfort and refined elegance. This is where connections are made, stories are shared, and the journey becomes just as memorable as the destinations.
Savour culinary excellence in a space where refined design enhances every course. Our restaurant embodies sophisticated elegance through thoughtfully curated materials, rich walnut, polished marble, ambient glass lighting, brushed bronze accents and sumptuous seating, each element harmonizing to create an intimate dining atmosphere.
Bespoke table settings and artisan details transform each meal into an occasion, where exceptional cuisine meets an environment designed for those who appreciate the art of dining. Here, every detail, from beautiful flatware to carefully selected textures, elevates your culinary journey through Europe's waterways.
Experience a contemporary design where balance meets the unexpected. Every interior detail reflects sophisticated craftsmanship, expressed through exclusive materials—wood, marble, glass, bronze, and leather—each chosen to create a distinct aesthetic language. Handcrafted accessories elevate the space, infusing each residence with an exciting, luxurious atmosphere.
Choose from three beautifully appointed residence types: Suites, Deluxe Staterooms, and Standard Staterooms. Each residence type is thoughtfully designed to serve as your private sanctuary on the water. Whether you select expansive luxury or intimate elegance, every residence features premium finishes and ample storage for extended stays.
This is where you'll unpack once and live comfortably for weeks or months, with all the conveniences of home whilst enjoying the ever-changing panoramic scenery of a traveller's dream on the river systems of Europe, from Amsterdam to the Black Sea.
The Suites on The Gentleman are 21.5 square metres in size and considered some of the largest suites available on any vessel within the rivers of Europe.
With a spa-like shower featuring double vanity sinks, separate European-style water closet, make-up counter, spacious living and dining area, a large walk-in closet (including a safe for your precious valuables), dual infinity balconies, a river-facing King-sized bed, reading lights and binoculars, your Suite is equipped with everything you will need.
Considering that our pantry service is also only an intercom call away, you'll be well equipped to serenely step from one village or town to the next in the manner you're accustomed to, experiencing European river living at its finest.
Two beautifully appointed Stateroom options await aboard The Gentleman. Select either a Deluxe or Standard Stateroom to suit your preferences, with Deluxe Staterooms offering additional space at 16.5 square metres compared to Standard Staterooms, which range from 13.5 to 14 square metres depending on your chosen deck.
Each Stateroom type is thoughtfully designed and comfortably furnished with premium amenities, providing the perfect private retreat as you travel in comfort along Europe's storied rivers. Enjoy ample storage for extended stays, elegant en-suite facilities, and large windows that frame the ever-changing landscapes drifting past your door.