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Find yourself in
Houseboat Heaven
Yet,
millions of Florida’s visitors make their annual trek to crowd-filled
theme parks or resort-style atmospheres and subject themselves to outside
noise and distractions. Take your next getaway one step further by experiencing
Florida's natural (and quieter) side during a houseboat excursion..
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Available for rent from one
day to one month, these houseboats come fully-equipped with every available
amenity needed for a memorable experience, all at a cost equally comparable
to resort prices.
At 310-miles-long, The St. Johns River has been regarded "one of
the laziest rivers in the world". As the water travels slowly, the
river's total drop from beginning to end is less than 30 feet, or about
one inch per mile, making the river ideal for houseboating.
Located in Palatka, situated an hour south of Jacksonville, River Adventures
provides a luxurious houseboat experience aboard 60-foot cruises, able
to accommodate up to 10 passengers comfortably.
Each houseboat comes fully-equipped with comforts that include full-size
appliances and modern electronic equipment.
Houseboats provide one main stateroom, one upper bedroom, and two lower
bedrooms, all with queen-sized beds.
800-OUR-BOAT | www.riveradventures.com
Imagine a vacation where getting up close to a family of manatees will
seem commonplace. As travelers pilot their houseboat along the St. John's
River, many have said the scenery and wildlife they encountered was the
most memorable experience of their lifetimes!
Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina provides guests with a comfortable
58-foot-long "Camelot" houseboat offering four private staterooms
with double beds, an outdoor waterslide and flying bridge.
800-248-2474 | 386-734-2474 | www.hontoon.com
Surrounded by the Ocala National Forest, up to six guests can board the
35-foot-long houseboats of Aquatic Houseboat Adventures and begin the
vacation of a lifetime. Each houseboat is fully-equipped and instruction
prior to rental is mandatory.
352-759-3300 |
www.aquatichouseboatadventures.net
Holly Bluff Marina, situated in the community of Deland, manages six fully-equipped
houseboats, able to accommodate from two to 10 travelers. Ranging in size
from 40 to 53 feet long, the fully-equipped vessels provide guests with
convenient onboard amenities and the opportunity to view some of Florida's
most breathtaking scenery.
800-237-5105 | 386-822-9992 | www.hollybluff.com
A truly memorable sight, the Suwannee River has been the focus of Florida's
state song, in addition to an abundance of eco-based literature, due to
its serene atmosphere.
Miller's Marina of Suwannee, wants their visitors to experience one of
the most memorable vacations of their lives, while journeying along this
historic area.
Aboard a 44-foot Suwannee houseboat, passengers are given the opportunity
to visit many of the world's largest and most beautiful springs, all from
the comforts and privacy of your next "vacation rental".
Accommodating six to eight guests, the houseboat is fully equipped for
comfortable living, relaxing, and floating. After a quick training during
a warm-up cruise visitors will be surprised how fast they can earn their
captain's papers.
800-458-2628 | 352-542-7349 | www.suwanneehouseboats.com
Southwest Florida, best known for its tropical sunsets and abundance of
seashells is also the home of Paradise Vacations. Take a self-exploration
of the islands of Sanibel, Captiva and Cayo Costa from the comforts of
your next vacation home, via the Caloosahatchee River, stopping and starting
at your own comfortable pace.
Guests are provided with informative instruction and area maps, along
with a guide containing favorite anchorages, sights, destinations, dockages
and restaurants.
239-995-0585 | www.bluewatervacations.com
Cruise along throughout Southwest Florida's barrier islands and Calooshatchee
River while enjoying the privacy of your own floating condo. Holiday Cruise
Houseboat Rentals of Fort Myers has been providing visitors with state-of-the-art
rentals since 1997.
Four houseboats are available and range in size from 41 to 44-feet long.
941-894-4146 | www.holidaycruisehouseboats.com
Eighteen miles south of Key Largo, Houseboat Vacations of the Florida
Keys, provides a great way to explore the beauty of South Florida at your
own pace. Each fully-equipped houseboat is able to accommodate up to eight,
and features spacious living areas, including a gas barbecue and deck
furniture on a rooftop sundeck.
Prior to guests heading out on the water, instructors provide a quick
navigational tour of the boat along with a few tips, so drivers feel confident
as they head out into the water.
Cruising range is 20 miles of shoreline on Florida Bay only as houseboats
are not allowed on Oceanside.
In addition, kayak and canoe rentals are available, perfect for visitors
who want to integrate an exploration into the area's small islands and
coves.
305-664-4009 | www.thefloridakeys.com/houseboats
Did You Know?
There are no formal licensing requirements to drive a houseboat. |