Houseboat Vacation Rental

houseboats!!!? so 1 of my dreams was to live on a house boat problem is I have never even been in a boat and I dont even realy live by much water (except the illinois river) here are some questions: are there schools to learn how to drive boats? or is that something thats just passed down by sailors or self taught? is there rent on a house boat? (ya im seriously asking that lol) is it true there is no laws in the middle of the ocean? are house boats just as expensive as a real house? whats an average price? lets say I have a house boat on the ocean can I just go any where or stop any where to sleep or do I have to dock at certain times are yacht's the technical term for house boat? or are they something completely diffrent sorry for all the questions I have no experiance with boats I just always thought it would be fun living on a house boat pretty much any info on houseboats or the life style would be cool

What are the chinese houseboats called? What are the chinese houseboats called and where can i learn about them on the internet?

Are houseboats stereotyped as what retired people live in? I'm 21 and finished college. I don't have a high paying job and I don't like apartments/rent and I definitely don't like trailers. And houses are too expensive. Is it normal for someone of my age bracket to live in a houseboat. And do women find them it repulsive to know if men live in a houseboat?

What sites have cheap houseboats in Callville Bay? I want to make a trip for the summer. I MEAN TO RENT.

How do houseboats work? Do you have to pay a rent or wat? And are there restrictions or anything

Does anybody have any houseboats for sale in Amsterdam? Does anybody kno where i can get a houseboat in Amsterdam. my husband and i r looking to buy a houseboat for a vacation home. Were looking for something nice but not too expensive and pretty good size. but not too big or small. pretty much average. thank u.

where can I find a marina in nassau county, NY that accepts houseboats? I live in Long Beach NY 11561 and I am looking for a marina that will take a house boat on a year round basis. I have taken a few trips to Florida and stayed on a couple of houseboats. I feel like if I can have one close to home it would be almost like a little getaway! Thanks!

live aboard houseboats bay and delta area? Where can I locate a suitable live aboard and a slip in eith of these areas? Are there other parts of the US that it is easier to do this in?

Anyone know about houseboats? I'm looking for info regarding what bills are payable for houseboats. I know council tax is payable and the usual electric, gas or whatever you have. But what else needs to be sorted? Do you need to have some sort of boating license? How often do you need to find out if it is "fit enough" to be on water? I literally know nothing so would appreciate any help from people who do or used to live on a boat or from professionals involved in this in any way. Any website addresses would be good too. Thanks

around what year did they start making houseboats with aluminum hulls?

I want to live on a houseboat when I grow up. How much do they cost and where are most houseboats located?

How fast do houseboats go? Im going houseboating on sushwap lake in Sicamous Canada this summer and I was wondering how fast they go?

How much Kashmir houseboats may cost for 2 nights? Please provide rate for all the categories.........

How many days does it takes from Houseboats, Kerala to Taj Mahal, India?

Anyone out there gone on houseboats in Kerala? And, has anyone stayed in any of the tress houses along the back waters? Thank you everybody!!!!

I'd like to open a coffee shop on a Houseboat but no nothing about houseboats. any ideas? it would be parked most of the time, people coming on board for the "ambiance". maybe a little food, too. I've checked pricing on some of the older boats and they seem cheep enough. anybody ever tryed this with any luck?

Where can i find houseboats like these to buy? i have found pictures but i dont know where i can actually buy them. i want one that looks modern and is eco friendly/ self sufficient. i like the first one the best. http://www.greenpacks.org/2010/01/13/tafoni-floating-homes-proposes-eco-houseboats/ http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/new-floating-house-community-from-erikstad-architecture/ http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.igreenspot.com/wp-content/uploads/solar-powered-houseboat1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.igreenspot.com/search/eolic%2Bwindpower&usg=__fLXEx_BTtEfWJ7ugT4BrK_jtQVo=&h=253&w=450&sz=52&hl=en&start=76&sig2=-AX7sHmT7_7PHLlBiHxo7g&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=zDDsmRSrGfUs9M:&tbnh=71&tbnw=127&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dself%2Bsufficient%2Bhouseboats%26start%3D63%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26ndsp%3D21%26tbs%3Disch:1&ei=hPfAS5GOKMP68AblypyYCQ http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.igreenspot.com/wp-content/uploads/solar-powered-houseboat1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.igreenspot.com/search/eolic%2Bwindpower&usg=__fLXEx_BTtEfWJ7ugT4BrK_jtQVo=&h=253&w=450&sz=52&hl=en&start=76&sig2=-AX7sHmT7_7PHLlBiHxo7g&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=zDDsmRSrGfUs9M:&tbnh=71&tbnw=127&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dself%2Bsufficient%2Bhouseboats%26start%3D63%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26ndsp%3D21%26tbs%3Disch:1&ei=hPfAS5GOKMP68AblypyYCQ

Where can I find a good selection of used houseboats for sale? I've checked my local paper already...I need to Where can I find a good selection of used houseboats for sale? I've checked my local paper already...I need to get a loan for an older houseboat once I find one and I've filed bankruptcy within the past year any idea of some lenders that I can contact?

Are there any houseboats that have washer dryer hookups? If not, how do you do your laundry?

Are Luxury Houseboats Popular or common in the UK & Ireland? Do any of the Yahoo Uk or Ireland Community reside on houseboats (not boat-houses, there is a big difference here) and if yes, what types do you live on and how do you like living on the water? The big advantage in living on a houseboat is that you never have to worry about flooding! Are there any houseboat communities there and if so, where? Any links you can provide me with will be appreciated. Thank you Fire'n'Ice

Are houseboats safe for young kids who cant swim so well? I'm thinking of hiring a houseboat for a weekend on the blackwood river

where can i find a dealer or manufacture for houseboats?

With the rise in population and the need for more accommodation, will houseboats make a viable comeback?

Do houseboats gain equity ? Especially new builds? (sold say 5 years after purchase?)? I am interested in buying ahouse boat , and i am wondering what the situation is with equity , selling the boat on in future? Especially with new developments with regards to future security for tenure of residential moorings , and the rising prices of steel... What about a new build ? ie you design, and have built, can you then sell them for a profit ?? from what you built the house boat for? and then provided a residential mooring?

Dont know anything about houseboats,how much does a new one cost that sleeps 3? Thanks?

do most trailerable houseboats have a ballast system?

How would you say the word "houseboat" in Italian? I know houseboats aren't really common in Italy but still, what is the best way to say it?

What should I look for when renting a houseboat for a vacation? I'm thinking about renting a houseboat for a vacation this summer or next. It would be for my and two kids (14 & 10) and we thought we'd take another couple to split the costs and their two kids (16 & 10). What do I want to be looking for when I rent a houseboat? Any special amenities? Do most rental companies let you tow a fishing boat or jet-skis with the boat? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

What do i need to register a houseboat in Tn? I have a certificate of documentation but I need to register the houseboat in Tn as well. What do I need to register the boat in tn? I have the certificate but not a bill of sale it is an old boat--and taxes have been paid.

Entrees to make to take on a houseboat trip? I am going on a houseboat trip this weekend and i would like to pre prepare some foods to take that can then easily be baked or prepared to serve. Like putting together a lasagna and then freezing. I just cant come up with anything else. Any suggestions?

What are the pros and cons of living on a houseboat? I want to research living on a houseboat as a less expensive alternative to living in a landhouse. I enjoy the gentle rocking of the waves. What are the pros and cons of living on a houseboat?

Are there any houseboat rental companies you can rent if your 21? Im planning a houseboat trip and our group is all under 25 years of age, i need to find a company that you can be 21 years of age, any ideas? Any Lake In CA

What to do with a houseboat during hurricane season? Say you have a houseboat in a coastal Florida marina. What do you do with it during hurricane season?

does anyone know of a houseboat rental company who will rent to 18yo? I have my high school senior trip that we are planning. We want to rent a houseboat in Washington State or somewhere near by. Is there any company where we dont have to have a captain over 21 yo?

What is the best floating material to build a houseboat.? I would like to build a houseboat about 10 feet wide by 20 feet long and i know a raft floats if you stand on it but wont hold much weight and isn't very strong. What material should i use and then i will build the house part and place it on top of the floating bottom of the boat, and add a 150 horse motor to power it. Or would i be better off buying a houseboat? Thanks

Need information about Kashmir Houseboats & hotels? Tariff of Kashmir houseboats & sight seeing places of srinagar

I live on a houseboat & need to know the best thing to use to keep away mosquitos & spiders? I would like to know if there are any plants I can reasonably use on the deck or near windows, or any natural remedies for this. I will use chemicals if i have to.

Do you need a full drivers licence in Australia to drive a houseboat? I and my cousins are planning a houseboat holiday together. We will be 19, 17, 17, and 16, and all have our P driving licences. I was wondering if we would be able to take this venture on our own, and if we would be allowed to drive? The companies website doesn't say.

Any idea how to get finance for a houseboat for a first 'home' as a young couple? Is it a good idea? Any advice? We have found a few houseboats around the 90k mark and figure it'll be cheaper than a home loan at the moment. My boyfriend earns $400 pwk and im a student, therefore, nothing lol. Thank you!

How do I find houseboat builders in Victoria and NSW? I want to sell them our wares but all I can find on the net and yellow pages are houseboat hire sites.Do they have a collective site/association ? appreciate any help.

What is it like living on a houseboat? What is the best brand of houseboat? What size houseboat would you reccomend getting if I have a 1 1/2 year old son, myself and my husband? And do they retain their value at all?

How can I get a beached houseboat into the water without waiting for lake to rise? The boat is 48 feet with steel pontoons. It needs to go sideways about 10 feet. Any ideas appreciated. Please no smart asses. Thing is its really heavy and muddy my bobcat wouldn't lift it more than an inch. I was going to use mobile home rollers but couldn't get it high enough even to slide them under.

Where is the best place to take a houseboat trip? My family and I have been doing houseboat trips every two years from the mid 90's until 2000. I have heard that the water levels at Lake Powell, Lake Mead and the others in Utah and around have had a serious drought in the last 5-6 years. Where else can we go to enjoy the family reunions? Thank you.

What kind of wax do you use on a houseboat? I do alot of maintenance and upkeep on my uncle's houseboat... It's in need of waxing... What kind of wax do you use? How often? Any tips on technique?

Can anyone suggest a company in Paris to rent a houseboat on the Seine for 4 adults in October for a week? 4 adults would like a moderate to nice houseboat on the Seine (preferably close to the Latin Quarter) for a week starting Oct. 25 2007. Any suggestions or websites? I've looked for hours!!! Thanks!

What to feed 11 people on a houseboat trip? I need cheap simple things to fix for 11 people on a houseboat trip...but I also need healthy ideas that are not going to cost me a fortune....and by healthy I mean healthy! I don't want alot of sugar, salt, fats, carbs, etc. I eat only whole grain and lean meat and I am seriously fixin to start using mainly buckwheat flour when I cook at home, but I am willing to give a little seeing as some of my family and friends are not used to eating so healthy and I want them to enjoy thier food as well. This would be a great challenge for any aspiring chefs.....oh I also need recipes or ideas for breakfast lunch and dinner...thanks in advance!

What is the difference between a houseboat and a boathouse? is there a difference? Can you use the words interchangeably?

Any ideas for meals on a houseboat vacation with 30 people? Limited kitchen space - looking for new ideas!? I need to prepare food for and entire day (3 full meals) for around 30 people. The trick is trying to find something new for each meal (we've been taking this family trip for over 20 years). I need foods that pack/travel/freeze well and would rather do more prep work prior to the trip so my day of cooking on the boat isn't so busy. Thanks in advance for your help!

How much does it cost to rent a houseboat on Lake Havasu? We are a family of 3 and are looking for anywhere from a couple days to a week.

Suggestions on the best batteries to buy to run a houseboat.? I have a houseboat and need to replace the house batteries which operate bilges, lights and 12v fridge. I'd also like to run other equipment off these batteries, so they obviously need to be quite big. I would also like to attach 2x25hp motors to them. I've heard there are some new technologies available in the really large 12v batteries - but I'm not sure where to start looking. Can anyone help?

Where can I find someone to give me a loan for a houseboat if I have bad credit? Where can I find someone to give me a loan for a houseboat if I have bad credit? I filed bankrupcty about 8 months ago.

young couple looking into buying a houseboat as a main residence, is it a good idea ? we are both 24 looking into trying something new. the thought of a houseboat sounds fun. we currently own a condo but find it to be dull and would like some advice with houseboats thanks.

How can I go about renting a houseboat in Hilton Head, SC? I've been looking online and I haven't had any luck finding any sites for houseboat rentals.... Any suggestions?

Where is a good place to rent a Houseboat? I am looking for a nice houseboat to rent for a summer vacation. What are some good areas to look?

kerala houseboats is it Nice? Kerala houseboats, how do they look is it nice to have a vacation on it ? is it safe in kerala backwaters to have a houseboat ride

Has anyone taken a vacation in Tennessee in a houseboat? I am thinking of taking vacation next year on a houseboat around Tennesse/Kentucky. Has anyone done this and had a good experience? If so, can you give me details and contact info?

Should I live on a houseboat? I'm thinking about moving onto a houseboat for a few months after I graduate. The rent is cheap for London (200 pounds a month) but I would be sharing with a friend and we'd rotate rooms. Anyone got any thoughts? Will it be too close quarters? Will living on a boat eventually drive me insane?

What is it like living on a houseboat? What is the best brand of houseboat? What size houseboat would you reccomend getting if I have a 1 1/2 year old son, myself and my husband?

How do I rent a houseboat to live on in LA area? I'm a financially secure, stable, 28-year-old female professional who would like to live on a houseboat. I am responsible and clean and do not own any pets. I am looking to help someone out or help someone earn some cash while I live on their boat while it is in port. How do I do this? Anywhere around L..A. would be great.

What are the main points to consider when buying a barge/houseboat to live in? I am thinking of selling my house and living on a houseboat/barge. and I don't know anything about maintenance, heating, anything really. There's so much to find out! Help please!

do most trailerable houseboats have a ballast system?

Easy way to fuel jetski on houseboat? I am borrowing a houseboat and want to refuel the jet ski's from the houseboats main tank, as my friend insists that no gas containers on deck. Is there a simple siphon/pump/delivery system that I can safely use to pump gas into the jet ski from the main tank without pissin off my friend?? Thanks in advance.