Blog from Your Houseboating Experts

Renting a houseboat has always been on our family vacation bucket list, so I was very excited when the opportunity came up this summer. A three day trip would allow us to see what houseboating was really like, and it was a great excuse for our first visit to beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. With over 500 miles of shoreline tucked away in southwestern Virginia, we were confident we would have plenty of space for some quiet relaxation. Plus being on... Click to learn more

The water may be lower at Shasta Lake, but it's not as low as you may think. Contrary to popular belief, Shasta Lake relies primarily on rainfall to fill the lake instead of snowpack. In fact, the water level has recently risen more than 50 feet since December 1, 2015, which means the lake level is on pace to reach 90% capacity or higher by Memorial Day weekend! Click to learn more

If you’ve heard of houseboating, but thought there weren’t opportunities near you, think again. We offer houseboats all across North America, so chances are, there’s one near you. And if you thought New England was too crowded to fit some spectacular houseboat destinations, we've got a few suggestions for you to consider. Click to learn more

As you discuss your plans and dreams for the next year, remember a family reunion shouldn't feel like an obli-cation, it should be fun! Open up the gift of time this Holiday Season with your family and friends. Houseboating...Making Spirits Bright for Decades! Click to learn more

Smith Mountain Lake is Virginia's largest lake, with a backdrop of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and it's pure waters, it's no wonder visitors and locals alike keep coming back for more. Learn more about what Smith Mountain Lake has to offer on and off the water. Click to learn more

There are several ways to enjoy a fun and relaxing vacation at the Lake. Houseboat, Hotel, or Camping? How to choose what's best for you and your group? Find some insight with Pros and Cons of each from a professional in the following article. Click to learn more

Lake Ouachita, pronounced "Wash-ah-taw," stretches over 48,000 acres nestled in the hills of Ouachita National Forest. Only 13 miles away from Hot Springs, Arkansas, there are several things to do on and off the lake. Read more in the following article. Click to learn more

We sent our very own Alene Root to Lake Mead for a houseboat experience of her own. She came back with more experience and knowledge than she could have ever picked up here in the office. She writes about her experience in the following article. Enjoy! Click to learn more

Summer comes and goes before you know it. You didn't get to all the things you hoped to accomplish, like taking that one last relaxing vacation you so desperately need to re-set for the coming colder months. All is not lost; you can STILL enjoy a houseboat vacation this year! There is still time! Click to learn more

New to houseboating? Our infographic is a great visual place to start. It will take you through the bare basics and give you an idea of the awesomeness that you're about to get yourself into. Click to learn more