Three Buoys Sunseeker Houseboat - Upper Deck Bedroom Modifications

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Three Buoys Sunseeker Houseboat - Upper Deck Bedroom Modifications

by Dennis Pierce
(Mission Bay, CA)

Sunseeker Houseboat - Extensive Upper Deck changes

I now own a Three Buoys 46' Sunseeker houseboat with some neat upper deck bedroom modifications, but it didn't happen easily or quickly. I've had my eye on this houseboat for at least 7 years, and when the opportunity to purchase it materialized, I jumped on it with both feet.

Originally a rental houseboat on Lake Havasu, it was trucked down to Mission Bay. All of the running gear was removed and every opening in the aluminum hull was welded shut. The previous owner did an extensive remodel in 2003 and we've made additional changes.

Thanks, Dennis.

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Well Dennis, congratulations on your unique, and really cool looking Sunseeker. I like the look that the upper bedroom gives to the boat.

I am sure that this will inspire many others to plan or design some incredible additions to their houseboats. I like how the stripping on the sides make it all fit together.

Lastly, hopefully some of our readers will share and post comments about their Three Buoys or Sunseeker houseboat experiences. Feel free to use the "Click here to post comments." link found near the bottom of this page.

Thanks again for sharing, IAN - from www.all-about-houseboats.com

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Three Buoys Sunseeker Houseboat - Upper Deck Bedroom Modifications

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remodeling houseboat photos?
by: Anonymous

I wondered if you have any photos that you can post of your houseboat remodeling? You know what they say, a picture is worth a thousand words. Thanks

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Houseboat Bedroom Additions
by: Jennifer Tanner (Arkansas)

I would be interested in knowing more about bedroom additions on the upper deck and how to access it. I have done extensive remodeling - well, actually I've gutted the whole interior and started clean - but am looking for ideas for a top-side bedroom.

I would also be interested in joining with any other owners to share experiences. I have an '87 53' Sunseeker.

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Suzanne, did you find the photos?
by: Anonymous

Just have been watching for your photos of your friends Sunseeker top addition. Loved to see it.

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Second story houseboat.
by: Suzanne

Our friends modified their Sunseeker years ago to add a full bedroom on the top deck. They also added stairs on the inside.
They extended the slide.
If I can find a picture I will send it.

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Just a few more questions.
by: Anonymous

Just wondering how does one access the room up top, do you have to go outside to get into it or is there a staircase?

Is there a furnace in these models? We see vents throughout the boat that are not on the floor, just wondering what these are for? Did you open up the sealed vents on the floor?

We have been pumping the water out of the hull periodically. Wondering if the manufacturer put these in for easy access to the hull?

Last but not least did you reinstall the running gear so you can leave the dock on your own?

By the way, have you found a manual for this model?

Thanks for your time.

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Additional details about upper deck modifications.
by: Dennis Piece

All of the framing is clear 2 X 6 and is covered with 3/4" marine grade plywood and then fiberglassed. No travel lift problems and all of the work was done by the previous owner and his son while it was in the yard. Seems I can only post a single photo at a time.

Dennis.

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Wow, just what I've been looking for
by: Anonymous

Dennis, I am impressed with your addition. Did you do it yourself or pay a contractor? Are there any issues with fitting into the travelift if you need to take it out of the water for repairs?

What type of roofing did you use? Did you need to replace the entire roof? Can we see some photos of the inside of the room?

We recently purchased a 52 ft Sunseeker. The penthouse definitely needs to be replaced. Thank you for your photos. This gives us something to look forward to and some idea of what is possible.

My other half is a handyman of sorts and is capable of doing the work but needs some ideas to get started. Thanks for your input.

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