Houseboats

Houseboats have cross cultural and continental roots. They can be found all over the world, typically where waterways serve as a common route of transportation or where fishing is a staple of the economy. Contemporary houseboat renovations have grown in popularity in the pacific northwest and European cities.

Water is a given in a houseboat but it is important to understand the specific conditions of that water. Canals are ideal for a house boat because of their calm waters. When considering your site you should think about currents, rough water conditions and animal life.

House boats do not only act as a mode of transportation themselves, they can typically be transported to different bodies of water, making them an extremely mobile option.

House boats can be very sustainable, depending on the approach you take. Solar powered boats and local resources for waste in areas popular among house boaters can help you limit your impact on delicate ecosystems.

A houseboat can adapt to a variety of climates but there are some considerations in the rainfall or droughts in the area you are considering. Extreme cold should be avoided in a houseboat, so that water does not freeze around it.

Houseboats can have a huge range in costs depending on how you approach the project. Whether you are fixing up, adapting or building your boat from scratch will influence the price. The base of a house boat can cost between $3,000- $10,000, while used boats can be found for a wide range of prices. From there your size and comfort needs can add anything from $5,000 to $20,000. Custom built small scale house boats can be in the range of $60,000 to $100,000.