Houseboat holiday rentals in West Coast of the United States

If only the fishing had been a little better we could have spent more time at the cabin. Overall it was an awesome place to spend time, cook, talk and hangout with my Dad, Brother and Son for a week. Hope to do it again next year!

Stephan's aurora lodge is a unique and amazing place. It's away from town on a lake in the forest, completely private, and utterly silent at night. And yes, we did in fact see the aurora starting from the bedroom window! Stephan is a fabulous host. We were very concerned about the cold for our aurora viewing in March, but he answered a million questions before the trip, and also hooked us up with a great winter clothing rental for our outside viewing. He even went above and beyond to pick up and drop off our gear when there was a mixup with the rental place delivery, even though we didn't opt for the VIP package. When we had trouble finding the place (we're unused to snow, we couldn't tell we were looking right at the road, duh), he came into town to rescue us and lead us out there. He's also a font of local knowledge and history, and a really fun guy to talk to. The best decision we ever made was ditching the package tours and waiting for the aurora in Stephan's cozy living room.

We enjoyed our stay immensely. cabin views are spectacular. We had a delightful barbecue on the deck while the children played on the provided paddleboard and kayak. Bayview is truly a unique and hidden gem. We would highly recommend this beautiful cabin!

This is not your average air bnb by any stretch of the imagination. And it certainly would not suit everyone's taste. But it's my all time favorite. Nothing fancy-- quite rustic-- somewhat remote--and it exceeded all expectations. Much has been written about Jim as host and it is all true. He's incredible -- born and raised in Sitka. A true outdoorsman and larger than life in some respects. He was a one stop shop: met us at the airport, helped us shop for groceries (if you forget something you will live without it for awhile), rented us an excellent skiff which allowed us to be mobile for fishing and peace of mind, and even was our fishing guide for a day. Bottom line those 4 days will be some of the most memorable of my life.

This is a one-of-a-kind accommodation. It is private, cozy, and the best of all—you can view the Aurora from the bedroom window. The location is amazing and allows you to see what it is really like living in the Canadian north. From driving on an ice road to get to the house to being surrounded by nature, this place has it all. Stephen was highly accommodating and welcoming, is knowledgeable about the area, and is quite the entertainer during down times. His VIP service gives you the option to sit back and relax while he prepares meals and takes you on adventures. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Had a wonderful stay at Alan's floating home. It was very comfortable, clean, and tastefully decorated with all the amenities we needed for our stay. The area is gated and secure for both the home and vehicles. Close to Lonsdale Quay and a quick ferry ride over to downtown Vancouver. It was a quiet and peaceful stay. Seals came to visit regularly in front of the home and played in the marina. It should be noted that the marina itself is not the same as what the pictures suggest. We were expecting views of docks and boats right in front of us, and perhaps the extra activity that comes with that. These are all gone now! The marina is completely open with unobstructed views towards the Vancouver skyline. Very much better in our opinion. Another thing of note is that, being a floating home, there is some rocking from time to time. Sometimes a little, sometimes more than a little, but never for very long. We found this to be quite the novelty and actually soothing. 100% recommend.

We had an amazing and memorable weekend on Deanna's houseboat, filled with lots of time in the water and exploring the lake. Deanna suggested we bring a tent or sleeping pads for our group of 4 guys, and that suggestion worked out perfectly. The houseboat itself was ideal, and we made great use of the paddleboards. While not the fastest boat on the lake (maybe the slowest?), we actually really enjoyed the relaxed pace of our exploring and spent plenty of time stopped to swim. Overall we loved the boat, and would highly recommend booking if you want a unique lake experience.

Noah's place was great if looking for a peaceful location right on the water. If you boat, SUP or kayak, even better. Noah lent me a SUP and enjoyed it almost everyday. The place is roomy for a couple (maybe also with a small kid). The dock is great to relax on and BBQ. The place is in nature so be ready for birds, foxes, seals, rays, and other animals cruising by; saw them all.

This place is great! Awesome location and Doug was a very responsive host!

Spent three nights on Lonni’s houseboat. My son always wanted to fish the delta, and Lonni found a perfect place for the houseboat to be docked. If you’re into fishing, take the kayak out for a spin, you won’t regret it. Lonni was in constant communication, and gave last minutes of what to bring. This is glamping at its finest. Checked in via text to make sure we were ok and if there was anything we need. Lonni is very personable, outgoing, and helpful. Would definitely come back in the future.

This was the perfect place to bond with my teen and preteen for a special Mother’s Day weekend trip. The Murphy bed was cozy, the space was clean and adorable. The kids and I had such a great time, we hope to come back!

Unique lodging experience, located very close to town. Place was very clean and no issues. The unit’s 2nd floor access is via a ladder, and 2 of the 3 beds are located up there. Could be an issue for those with mobility problems, small kids or pets. King bedroom and couch on the main floor for sleeping. Parking was not included, but you can access a cheap pay lot very nearby on the corner of 3rd and Main St, which has overnight parking. Pearl was very flexible with boat transport to and from the town and was really kind to give us a tour of the island.

There was a magic upon arriving at strawberry island. It was as if I was in a adult playground. colorful floating houses, interwoven by floating walkways with some of the best views canada has to offer. Unbelievably Joel was able to improve the initial feeling by offering little magical treats to compliment our stay. for example placing a crab trap out side our door enabling us to have fresh crabs for diner. Thanks for the Ling cob Joel. I would highly recommend Strawberry island for your next stay in tofino

The place was great . Pearl was right on the ball with getting us everywhere we needed to go. Never really even met Joel

Such a great place Mark is a very nice host

The per-night charge was great; however, the $180 cleaning charge for two people for two nights was excessive (the cleaning charge was more than the nightly charge combined). I wish they would just advertise the total cost rather than slip in that cleaning charge (and we are extremely neat people who barely use anything). The place was as described. Great location. A little hard to find D dock at first, but Google helped. Very quiet little boat neighborhood. You can walk to a few restaurants, including a greasy spoon (Captain's Wheel) and a newer Italian restaurant (used to be JD's) called Taverna, which was pretty good, if not a tad pricey for the area. There's a waterfront pub-type restaurant and a taqueria within walking as well. The house was very clean, and although quirky (we affectionately called it the Winchester Mystery Boat House), it was eclectically charming, comfortable, and really fun to be on the water. Added bonus - you can bring a boat as there's plenty of dock space.

We would highly recommend staying at Dave’s. The location is exceptional as is Dave’s willingness to ensure we had the best stay possible. He moved the boat so the kids could have the best slide area into the lake and set up the awning on the top deck so we could get some shade. He was so friendly and available for any questions. We will stay again!

Perfect getaway if you’re looking to relax and breakaway from your busy life. Nothing better than waking up and enjoying a cup of coffee on the back deck while looking out over the lake listening to the sound of the wind in the trees and the birds chirping. You will leave refreshed!

Lisa’s place on Puget Island near Cathlamet was just awesome. We had our 12 and 8 year old grandsons with us. They had an absolute blast. They loved the pedal boat and used the tubes and SUPs as well. We were fortunate to have great weather, and the boys loved jumping off the deck into the water. Sooo many birds on the slough, we saw herons..we also went to the nearby Garden store. Delightful place as well. Great area and house.. thanks Lisa..

A slice of heaven. My fiancé and I booked a weekend getaway to celebrate our recent engagement and escape the heat in Montana and WOW. It was perfect. It was a dream. Million dollar views with the nicest people surrounding you nearby. Do not sleep on this listing, it is a bucket list item to check off your list. Worth every penny. Thank you for this beautiful stay, we will remember it forever!

Sara and Ray, along with their family were great hosts. They checked us in and showed us around their property. There are lots of communal spaces along with kayaks and standup paddle boards to enjoy during our stay. It was a nice camp get away.

Zachary’s lovely houseboat was the perfect location for our San Francisco trip. Easy access to the city and to the redwoods allowed spontaneous fun and waking up to the beautiful light reflections from the bay, sweet. A memorable experience for sure.