1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Houseboat for Cruisin' the Keys
               Cruise around from Duck Key to Seven Mile Bridge in the Gulf of Mexico.

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"The houseboat fit our needs for the “camping” we did while we were there.  We enjoyed the open-air feel and “back to nature” aspect of Charlie’s Island.  While I enjoyed using the fishing poles for catching some fresh “grunts” for lunch and dinner on a couple of days, we got the most use out of the kayaks………..definitely a nice addition.  The location of Charlie’s Island is very good, also.  The view from most angles is of unpopulated or developed land or water, and the proximity to civilization is more of a security blanket than an intrusion. The week seemed all-too-short.  I’ve already shown the photos to the folks in my office and they were very impressed/envious.  We’ll definitely keep this option for vacation in mind for future occasions."

Experience the tranquil Gulf waters of the Florida Keys from the unique perspective of your own floating home. 

Pilot your own houseboat and explore the beautiful Florida Keys at a very affordable price. Rent My Houseboats - Florida Keys vacations in Marathon, Florida offers a great and unique way to see the natural beauty of the Florida Keys. You can fish, swim or dive from the deck of one of our houseboats or just sit back, relax and soak up the Florida Keys sun.

This Florida Keys houseboat vacation adventure includes a 38' Holiday Mansion Houseboat which sleeps 4-5 guests.  Sleeping on the roof deck under the Florida Keys star-filled sky is quite an experience.

There is no other vacation accommodation that can offer such a unique experience. Nature will surely delight you. It is common to see manatee feeding on aquatic vegetation, or a dolphin swimming slowly through the crystal waters of the Florida Keys.

It's your Florida Keys vacation home afloat. Our houseboats are completely furnished. A fully equipped galley is designed for meal preparation including a refrigerator / freezer, range top and dinette. There is a bathroom with a shower. We even have deck furniture on the rooftop sundeck.

Our houseboats are fun, safe and simple to maneuver. Before you head out, our marina instructor will walk you through the boat and explain simple navigation. You'll have hands on instruction in starting, stopping and steering as well as a few tips on anchoring. You will feel totally confident before taking the helm and beginning your Florida Keys houseboat adventure.

Once on the water, a good map and marked buoys will make it easy to chart your course (charts supplied). We equip each vessel with all the safety equipment required by the U.S. Coast Guard. We also include a Florida Keys Cruising Guide which has a detailed chart showing all the navigable waterways.  Cruising range is 2 miles of shore line on gulf side only From Duck Key to Seven Mile Bridge.   Houseboats are not allowed on ocean side.

Spend your evenings anchored in a secluded cove where a sunset in the Florida Keys is more than just the end of the day. You will awake to a glowing sunrise amidst the tropical palms. (We also rent skiffs and other boats with motors so you can leave your houseboat anchored safely while you go fishing or exploring the small islands and coves.)

We are located just east of the Vaca Cut near Mile Marker 54. Key West is only an hour drive away by car for the perfect day trip. You can do it all - or just do nothing. Either way we hope you choose a wonderful houseboat vacation here in the Florida Keys, so that you too can experience this unique lifestyle that we call "paradise". Your vacation is more than just a houseboat rental to us. We are here to help you plan and enjoy your trip so that you can take home happy memories that you will treasure for a lifetime.

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Houseboats are a great vacation for campers, boaters and outdoors people.  These boats are like floating R.V.'s.  The nice thing about Houseboats is you choose where you want to anchor.  You can BBQ every night, or if you want to go out to a restaurant, use one of the smaller boats for water access to local dining.   Restaurants do not have adequate dockage for the Houseboats.
 

Included:

~ 38' Houseboat
~ Spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico
~ Private and Secure
~ Air conditioning
~ AM/FM Radio

Kitchen  (Galley) includes propane stove and oven, stainless steel sink, refrigerator as well as kitchenware.

Bed & Bath  (Head) tub, shower and recycling toilet. Towels & Linens.

Outdoor (Sea)  Kayaks, snorkel & fishing gear may be available upon request.

Misc.  Swim platform with ladder, Kohler 7.5 kw generator

Note - All electrical (including A/C and Refrigerator) run off of the boats' gas fueled generator).  Coolers are available upon request in lieu of refrigerator operation. 

Houseboat Details:
Engine Type : Port-outdrive Engine Manufacturer : Volvo Penta
Fuel Type : Gas Fuel Capacity : 52 gallon & 72 gallon
Horsepower : 225 Anchor System: 1 front mounted, 1 movable
Cruising Speed : 10mph Beam : 14 feet
Maximum Speed : 10mph LOA : 38 feet
Draft : 30 inches Bridge Clearance : 12 feet 6 inches
Steering : Hydraulic Water Capacity : 1 freshwater tank, 40 gal max

There are 5 ways to book your vacation:

  • Call us at 1-866-563-1222 or 262-650-0246

  • Request your Reservation Online... CLICK HERE

  • Email rentmy@ameritech.net

  • Fax: 1-262-650-0245

  • Text only to: 262-385-7680


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Did you enjoy your trip to Marathon? "Yes, Lots of Adventures! Saw 5 Manatees, caught wild iguanas! Ate fresh-caught Lobsters!"