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Long Term Leasing Houseboat Rentals - can you rent house boats yearly?

by Judy
(Shepherdstown, WV, USA)

Any long-term leasing houseboat rentals or lease available?

Any long-term leasing houseboat rentals or lease available?

We're looking at long term houseboat rentals or leasing, and wonder if you can rent any house boats for long periods?


I wanted to inquire if you knew any places in FL that rented their houseboats long-term (6mo-2yr)?

Many thanks, in advance! Judy Bulman




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Reply - Answer
Well Judy, welcome to the houseboat forums, and your question about long term houseboat renting.

I personally always thought that this would be a new market opportunity for houseboat manufacturers.

However as it stands now, I don't know of any long-term houseboat leasing or rental availabilities.

Possibly you're question will peak the curiosity of some of the larger houseboat rental operations out there to consider this as a new business model.

I am sure that you are not alone, as I have previously received mail asking about rentals for 1 or 2 years at a time.

Possibly some of our readers will be able to make some recommendations or referrals on where to start your search?


Lastly, hopefully some of our readers will share and post comments about their long term houseboat rental leasing opportunities or 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 all-about-houseboats


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starstarstarstarstar 		Steven in Wilmington, NC
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by: Carmen

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by: Anonymous

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by: Vants Anseth

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by: Yanni

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starstarstarstarstar 		I have a houseboat that I am considering to rent
by: Steven

The houseboat is located downtown Wilmington, NC, 35' long and is fully self-contained. It would be perfect for a single person of a couple that gets along well :-)

Any takers? I can send pics.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Houseboat Rental - any long term rentals?
by: Anonymous

I too, would love to find a houseboat for long term rental, to call home, on the crystal coast of NC...single, no kids or pets. Any leads out there?
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starstarstarstarstar 		Short Term Houseboat lease
by: Anonymous

Looking at the possibility to lease a small houseboat for a Ohio / Missippippi River Trip maybe 30 to 60 days.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Houseboat Rentals - dreaming of a long term boat lease
by: Anonymous

I am also looking for a houseboat for long term lease. I am a retired Coastie with custody of my two children. I am trying to give them as many life experiences as possible before they leave home.

If anyone finds a company, marina or private individual near the Pensacola to Fort Walton Beach, Florida area, I hope they will post or contact all of us who are interested.
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starstarstarstarstar 		House boat to live on.
by: Anonymous

I am a mother of 7 and want to rent a house boat to live in but I suppose it's only for the movies. Oh well hopefully one day someone out there will rent for long-term liveaboards.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking to lease a houseboat
by: Anonymous

My daughter and I would like to lease a houseboat for a year or 2 somewhere in the Charleston SC area. We are seriously considering moving to the area sometime late next summer or early fall and would love to try living on a houseboat. If anyone knows of anyway to go about this, I hope you will let us know.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Also Looking To Lease a Houseboat
by: Anonymous

I am on The Treasure Coast on the East Coast of Florida and I am diligently looking for a houseboat lease as well. Single non-smoker wanting to try it out before I buy one.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Considering long term houseboat leasing
by: jim franko

We are considering long term lease of a houseboat and go about living aboard but would like to try that for a year or so before jumping off the dock and landing on the deck. it would be great to lease a house boat for a while and help us to come to that decision - leap or no leap. Any thought as to where you can lease long term?
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starstarstarstarstar 		long term houseboat rental
by: Anonymous

I would love to find some houseboat rentals for 6 months-1 year or so. I would like to know first-hand what it would be like as an option to land living but would like to live it first. I would think it would be a lucrative adventure for a houseboat owner and open up a new living experience.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Long term houseboat rentals
by: John

I have always been interested in renting a houseboat anywhere on the East coast for a year or two. I hope maybe a private owner or real estate office could respond to this request with some information. I believe you could jump into a very lucrative market!
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starstarstarstarstar 		There must be a market for long-term houseboat rentals?
by: Anonymous

I too, have searched in vain for a long-term houseboat rental! I have vacationed on houseboats in the past and think I would really enjoy living on one for a while.

I live/work (teacher)in Orlando but am originally from New England and my kids are grown so...I am willing to relocate virtually anywhere along the eastern seaboard!

Post a comment if you have had any luck or ideas how to locate such a rental!
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starstarstarstarstar 		Renting houseboat for a year term or longer
by: Deborah

I have also attempted to locate and/or find contacts to rent a houseboat to live in a year or two versus an apartment/condo.

Surely, somewhere here in Tampa Bay Area I could find a boat large enough to live in and rent? Bummer......

Guess only in the movies, huh?!! Too bad.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Houseboat rental long term
by: Anonymous

I am also interested in long term houseboat rental. Anywhere in the continental US; ocean, bay, lake, river - whatever. Have lived full time in an RV, so familiar with systems (very similar).

If any private owners are interested please leave a message and contact info on this page.
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starstarstarstarstar 		We would also like to rent a houseboat long term
by: Anonymous

We are also interested in renting a houseboat long term. Prefer in Florida. Would like to just keep it tied to the dock and live in it for 1-2 years. Does anyone know any that would be available?
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starstarstarstar 		Also Interested in a long term houseboat rental
by: Battiste

Well, if you guys do find out information about long term rentals please comment it. My husband and I are interested in living on a houseboat in Charleston, SC.

We don't know too much about houseboats and would like to try it out before we commit to a buy. If you have any advice please let us know!
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starstarstar 		Boat Rental Miami - Miami Boat Charters
by: Miami Boat Charters

Absolutely! Long-term houseboat rentals offer a unique blend of adventure and comfort. Imagine waking up to waterfront views every day. Yearly leases make it a home on the water—a tranquil escape for those seeking a perpetual vacation. Dive into the freedom of a floating home!

https://www.miamiboatcharters.com
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starstarstar 		Looking for House Boat for Annual Rental/Lease
by: Paul

Hi,I am a single retired military officer and returned in 2013 from living abroad in SE Asia for 15 years to work in the area. Originally out of Connecticut, I grew up on the Ocean and would like to find something that would keep me in a happy place. Currently, I am situated in a nice location and facility in Odenton. It would be appreciated if anyone could provide some points of contact or a direction for research.

My email is: asmc_paul@yahoo.com


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starstar 		Houseboat long term rental Southern Florida West Coast
by: Danielle

I am looking to stay on a houseboat year around. I am unfortunately selling my 34 foot Luhrs back in New Jersey. I am just now just interested in renting.

I've spent many days maybe hours many nights looking for little cottages little apartments. Just for myself and my two little Yorkies and it has been very overwhelming trying to find the perfect little spot.

If anybody has any ideas of where you can get a houseboat on the water long-term Southern Florida the Gulf side.

Thank you very much Danielle from Crystal River Florida south on the West Coast preferably.

Thank you very much the sooner the better I just want to get cozy.

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