Mini houseboats?

[whiteworks]

Is there such a thing, I’m thinking like a class c motorhome that floats. Woke up at 3:00am this morning, brain switched on and I laid in bed designing a mini houseboat, sorta sprinter van vibe but on the water. Was thinking something like that would be cool to keep slipped on havasu, shove off and spend a week or two at a time lake glamping

I’m not gonna lie, my design was getting pretty booshey, but WTF it’s not like people don’t spend a half a million on a go fast that you can’t sleep or take a shower in

Whatcha got?

 

[monkeyswrench]

There was a 22-24ft pontoon that used to be kept at Pirate's. Like an 8x8 box, with a big front porch that could be screened in, and a small porch out back.

 

[ChumpChange]

Yes

 

[Gelcoater]

You with your wood skills...

 

[whiteworks]

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You with your wood skills...
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I was thinking more along the lines of a floating grand design type deal, maybe a few slides as well for once you get someplace

 

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[Gelcoater]

I was thinking more along the lines of a floating grand design type deal, maybe a few slides as well for once you get someplace View attachment 1431168 View attachment 1431169

Your concept grew from sprinter van to giant 5th wheel pretty fast

 

[yz450mm]

I was thinking more along the lines of a floating grand design type deal, maybe a few slides as well for once you get someplace View attachment 1431168 View attachment 1431169

Here you go, I just saved you thousands in design costs. Yore welcome

 

[monkeyswrench]

"Class C"? No, maybe a "Super C"...more Renegade than Winnebago.

 

[TimeBandit]

If it doesn't sleep 12 and come with a private chef I'm not interested.

 

[lbhsbz]

Sun tracker party cruiser

 

[hallett21]

Something like this?

https://pin.it/1j3OmMpuH

 

[Ziggy]

Your concept grew from sprinter van to giant 5th wheel pretty fast

Mini to maxi

 

[Dog]

Mini to maxi

Flow changes from day to day...

 

[RiverDave]

Your concept grew from sprinter van to giant 5th wheel pretty fast

Right? lol

 

[240Hallett]

You’re going to need a bigger slip.

 

[DRYHEAT]

For the second time this week,
camp-a-float

 

[DarkHorseRacing]

For the second time this week,
camp-a-float

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That’s what RD needs to do with his sign truck.

 

[Long Way Home]

Look for a used Sun Tracker Regency 32' Party Cruiser with trailer. I think they are 8 or 8.5 wide so easy to tow.

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Photo

 

[baja-chris]

What happened to River Dave’s idea to repurpose an old toon as a UTV transport barge?

 

[dspracing]

There are a bunch of cool mini houseboats around town in driveways. I know there is one on cinnamon. I’ll be knocking on his door when the time is right.

 

[Boat 405]

My dad built this deal about 10 years ago. All aluminum construction. Open or full canopy. Shower, shitter, fridge, freezer, stove, very solid deal. Has a/c too when closed up. 40 x 10’ still can trailer it easily

 

[RogerThat99]

There was a model called a Patio Cruiser, that were smaller, trailerable houseboats. My buddy also had one that was trailerable, but a different brand.

 

[minijeep]

This guy rebuild one to fish off of and camp overnight

 

[whiteworks]

Your concept grew from sprinter van to giant 5th wheel pretty fast

That happens, that’s kinda why I’m not allowed to be the boss of me sometimes

 

[Morehart]

This guy rebuild one to fish off of and camp overnight

I was just going to post that.lol

 

[Morehart]

My dad built this deal about 10 years ago. All aluminum construction. Open or full canopy. Shower, shitter, fridge, freezer, stove, very solid deal. Has a/c too when closed up. 40 x 10’ still can trailer it easily
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That is awesome

 

[attitude]

I was thinking more along the lines of a floating grand design type deal, maybe a few slides as well for once you get someplace View attachment 1431168 View attachment 1431169

Here you go.

 

[whiteworks]

Here you go.

Oh my

 

[Taboma]

Years ago in Lake Havasu, a friend who lived there had one of these late 1970's, 25' Steury Trailerable Houseboats. In fact if memory serves, it was this exact one.

Was powered by an OMC I/O and motored around Havasu quite well. They had a slip at the Havasu Marina that they kept it in seasonally. The only negative if I recalled, that with the single engine and massive windage, getting the beast on the trailer on a breezy afternoon, gracefully, was challenging.

I know as a family they did a lot of beach camping during the more comfortable seasons.

 

[whiteworks]

Years ago in Lake Havasu, a friend who lived there had one of these late 1970's, 25' Steury Trailerable Houseboats. In fact if memory serves, it was this exact one.

Was powered by an OMC I/O and motored around Havasu quite well. They had a slip at the Havasu Marina that they kept it in seasonally. The only negative if I recalled, that with the single engine and massive windage, getting the beast on the trailer on a breezy afternoon, gracefully, was challenging.

I know as a family they did a lot of beach camping during the more comfortable seasons.

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Now we’re getting somewhere, that is about the scale I was thinking. I wonder if there is any modern day version of this with some real creature comforts. I could see our little family doing some beach camping or extended trips between parker and Laughlin in something like that.

Living in a mini house boat down by the river, if you will

 

[NicPaus]

Just don't end up like Terry!

 

[whiteworks]

Just don't end up like Terry!

I’m afraid to ask, but who’s Terry and what happens with him?

 

[2Driver]

Years ago in Lake Havasu, a friend who lived there had one of these late 1970's, 25' Steury Trailerable Houseboats. In fact if memory serves, it was this exact one.

Was powered by an OMC I/O and motored around Havasu quite well. They had a slip at the Havasu Marina that they kept it in seasonally. The only negative if I recalled, that with the single engine and massive windage, getting the beast on the trailer on a breezy afternoon, gracefully, was challenging.

I know as a family they did a lot of beach camping during the more comfortable seasons.

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If I recall there was one for sale at the Springs years back…like 2012 im guessing. I gave it a second thought, maybe this is the same one. That and 2 stand ups would be a fun time.

 

[NicPaus]

I’m afraid to ask, but who’s Terry and what happens with him?

He lived on a house boat similar on the strip. One night while driving it with no lights on. Another boat that didn't see him crashed through the middle of his house boat and he passed away. The story and pics from the driver of the other boat are wild.

 

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[Taboma]

If I recall there was one for sale at the Springs years back…like 2012 im guessing. I gave it a second thought, maybe this is the same one. That and 2 stand ups would be a fun time.

I know my buddy's was put up for sale following him passing away unexpectedly in 2010. He had a small generator he carried onboard, but no AC, which would have made warmer weather boat camping more pleasant.

 

[lbhsbz]

Years ago in Lake Havasu, a friend who lived there had one of these late 1970's, 25' Steury Trailerable Houseboats. In fact if memory serves, it was this exact one.

Was powered by an OMC I/O and motored around Havasu quite well. They had a slip at the Havasu Marina that they kept it in seasonally. The only negative if I recalled, that with the single engine and massive windage, getting the beast on the trailer on a breezy afternoon, gracefully, was challenging.

I know as a family they did a lot of beach camping during the more comfortable seasons.

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There was one of those for sale in Long Beach not too long ago, I haven’t been on Craigslist in a while, but that where it was. Was in a slip, not great condition but maybe saveable?

 

[whiteworks]

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Oh snap, looks like this is a thing. I’m really surprised one of the RV manufacturers hasn’t stepped into this space, seems like a no brainer

 

[GPR721]

Years ago in Lake Havasu, a friend who lived there had one of these late 1970's, 25' Steury Trailerable Houseboats. In fact if memory serves, it was this exact one.

Was powered by an OMC I/O and motored around Havasu quite well. They had a slip at the Havasu Marina that they kept it in seasonally. The only negative if I recalled, that with the single engine and massive windage, getting the beast on the trailer on a breezy afternoon, gracefully, was challenging.

I know as a family they did a lot of beach camping during the more comfortable seasons.

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My dad had one something like this back in the '90s. Cool little houseboat to hangout on the weekends. I've seen one like it in a dirt lot on Havasu Ave past the AM/PM near the apartment complex.

Growing up one of our neighbors at our river property had an old Yukon houseboat. It was about 20 something foot long and ugly as could be. Saw one the other day sitting in a driveway on the southside. Looked a lot like this.

 

[77charger]

seen some cool small ones like posted.imo they be pretty nice to use be simple easy deal and alot less money wise

 

[Kachina26]

Growing up in the 70s there was a yellow one at Topock called the 'Crazy Mary II', it was about the size of a regular pontoon boat in those days.

 

[FROGMAN524]

Lake Unpleasant

Chelsey Hauston on Instagram: "You can stay in a floating cabin 🚢 @scorpionbayaz has floating cabins you can stay in, which range in price based on the season. They have their 2025 season already open for bookings as well. You have access to park yo

64K likes, 539 comments - letthemeatthis on September 24, 2024: "You can stay in a floating cabin 🚢 @scorpionbayaz has floating cabins you can stay in, which range in price based on the season. They have their 2025 season already open for bookings as well. You have access to park your boat...

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[HST4ME]

Lake Unpleasant

Chelsey Hauston on Instagram: "You can stay in a floating cabin 🚢 @scorpionbayaz has floating cabins you can stay in, which range in price based on the season. They have their 2025 season already open for bookings as well. You have access to park yo

64K likes, 539 comments - letthemeatthis on September 24, 2024: "You can stay in a floating cabin 🚢 @scorpionbayaz has floating cabins you can stay in, which range in price based on the season. They have their 2025 season already open for bookings as well. You have access to park your boat...

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Wouldn't have a problem calling one of those home

 

[yz450mm]

@whiteworks

 

[King295]

This popped up on one of my feeds. https://www.caraboatusa.com/

 

[jeepdog]

This popped up on one of my feeds. https://www.caraboatusa.com/

just saw these on craigs
pretty bad ass, a little pricey 225k 28 ft

 

[Orange Juice]

Is there such a thing, I’m thinking like a class c motorhome that floats. Woke up at 3:00am this morning, brain switched on and I laid in bed designing a mini houseboat, sorta sprinter van vibe but on the water. Was thinking something like that would be cool to keep slipped on havasu, shove off and spend a week or two at a time lake glamping

I’m not gonna lie, my design was getting pretty booshey, but WTF it’s not like people don’t spend a half a million on a go fast that you can’t sleep or take a shower in

Whatcha got?

 

[Morehart]

The little hobo looks pretty cool and newer