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Enjoy this video of the beautiful Castaways Marina in Inver Grove Heights, Minn., and don’t forget to read our full-length feature about Castaways’ Grand Opening Party for the clubhouse in our latest issue!
Imagine waking up to the sound of the waves or just looking out onto a still lake.
Will the day come when waterfront housing districts are built on the Manzanares River itself? The idea of a home on the water is not as crazy as it seems.
Here's how you break the seven most popular houseboat stereotypes.
To give you a better idea of houseboat financing, here’s a sample phone conversation Joey had with Danny Kreishner who’s looking into financing a houseboat for his family of four.
Whether you stay docked in a marina or take the vessel out for adventure, it's important that you make sure you've invested in everything your houseboat needs.
Australia’s Mothership Marine builds a range of solar electric and hybrid boats designed for inland waterways, one of which is their Mothership Houseboat.
Safe-T-Solve from Iosso Products is a biodegradable cleaner and degreaser that removes the most stubborn burnt-on gunk from grates, oven doors, bottoms and sides, stove tops, stainless steel parts and accessories, skillets and cookware.
Beckson Marine's G-2 Baitwell Gravity Drain Assembly features a unique cone shape with 72 angled drain holes, virtually eliminating debris from obstructing a free flow.
Veratron's new NMEA 2000 Liquid Level Sensor overcomes a laundry list of issues that plague traditional fluid level monitoring solutions, including full linear measuring for exact readings.
Hella marine's line of NaviLED 360 Anchor Pole Mount Lamps are built to withstand the rigors of hard use, and they come in a wide array of models to fit virtually any application.
Professional boatbuilders don't want to have to redo a job any more than a DIYer. That's why they choose Life Seal Sealant from BoatLIFE.
The important National Safe Boating week recommendation urging life jacket wear is now joined by an equally important boating safety message — how to stay safe during the time of COVID-19.
Made in the USA, Shurhold's Deluxe One Bucket System makes all others obsolete. Extraordinarily multipurpose, it completely transforms boat cleaning and supply storage.
Pull-Up Line Chocks from Accon Marine retract flush into the deck when not in use. While enhancing safety, they also contribute to a beautiful, sleek vessel profile.
US Harbors opened online voting for the “Best Harbor in the U.S. 2020.” Vote for your favorite harbor now!
The Hubbell Marine 50A 125V or 125/250V Twist-Lock LED Shore Power Cable Set provides a long list of safety and convenience features, including a built-in LED to show users when power is flowing, as well as warn of a poor connection.
Since its introduction last year, the JBL by Harman Marine BassPro 10" Powered Subwoofer (JBLMBP10) from Prospec Electronics has gained widespread consumer attention.
KBS Coatings DiamondFinish Clear can be used to permanently seal, protect, beautify and restore your boat’s gelcoat.
Shipmate Stainless Pick/Probes from Beckson Marine have a multitude of uses aboard every boat, from functioning as a useful tool to helping make a cocktail.
Without proactive maintenance, boat covers, cushions, upholstery and patio umbrellas can lose their vibrancy and impermeable qualities. Iosso Water Repellent is the easy way to protect outdoor fabrics.
Installed on the boat, Raritan Engineering's Reverse Polarity Alarm generates an audible alarm that warns owners of potential electric shock, fire and/or electrolysis damage.
Due to COVID-19, many boat owners have time on their hands. A great solo project is polishing the hull with a Dual Action Polisher Pro from Shurhold.
A pet lizard is a great choice for a houseboat. Lizards are relatively easy to care for and usually take up little space, making them a great choice for a small and unconventional residence.
Check out these allergy-busting tips.
We’ve all seen Fido and Max standing at the stern of some houseboats, but what about little miss Mittens?
Planning to go on a vacation to Amsterdam? Reserving a houseboat is the best way to explore this beautiful city. Click here to know about my experience on a houseboat.
Here are three tips from the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water to help boaters reduce plastic waste and pollution while on the water.
Here are eight ways from BoatUS to keep the love of boating alive that could also make you a better, safer boat operator.
Whether you live on a houseboat or you’re coming to visit for the day, if you have a dog, it’s vital for both their safety and the safety of everyone else that you help them stick to some important etiquette rules.
Many people are finding ways to adapt to spending more time at home, including following online workouts and doing bodyweight exercises. For those living on a houseboat, it’s a bit more difficult due to limited space, but there’s always a way around it.
As long as your houseboat is connected to the internet, you are at risk of cyberattacks, which is why you need to take steps to enhance cybersecurity and protect your personal data from malicious attacks.