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Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach

Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach

3.5 out of 5
316 E Shoreline Drive, Long Beach, CA
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Located in Harbor, this beach houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and Aquarium of the Pacific. RMS Queen Mary ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (50 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay. We loved it .. definitely will be returning soon!"…"

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2020

Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
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3.5 out of 5
955 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA
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Nestled on the beach, this Downtown San Diego houseboat is just steps from San Diego Bay and Harbor Island. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and B Street Cruise Ship ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
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"Great houseboat - spacious, very clean, and close to lots of things to do in San Diego. The owners, Ben and Lisa, were great to deal with. I highly recommend renting this houseboat."…"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2018

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45 ft Sea Ray motor yacht located in beautiful San Diego bay

45 ft Sea Ray motor yacht located in beautiful San Diego bay

San Diego, CA
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Located in Downtown San Diego, this houseboat is steps from San Diego Bay and Harbor Island. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are ...…

5/5Exceptional! (66 reviews)
Amazing alternative for a hotel

"The best of San Diego at your fingertips. This yacht has everything and more. Gorgeous, clean, with loads of extras. Pool and hot tub on shore, little Italy within walking distance, onsite marina office, and property managers just a phone call way. We had a wonderful time, can't wait to come ..."…"

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2020

45 ft Sea Ray motor yacht located in beautiful San Diego bay
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Shasta Marina's Constellation Houseboat on Shasta Lake

Shasta Marina's Constellation Houseboat on Shasta Lake

Lakehead, CA
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Situated in Lakehead, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina's Constellation Houseboat on Shasta Lake
Gorgeous Houseboat 5 Star 2 Story Dream Getaway

Gorgeous Houseboat 5 Star 2 Story Dream Getaway

San Diego, CA
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Located in Downtown San Diego, this historic houseboat is steps from San Diego Bay and Harbor Island. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal ...…

5/5Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Relaxing Houseboat Stay

"Lisa & Ben were great hosts. The houseboat was super comfy, in an awesome location. Highly recommend for your next getaway."…"

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2021

Gorgeous Houseboat 5 Star 2 Story Dream Getaway
The West Star Yacht Staycation on the Water

The West Star Yacht Staycation on the Water

National City, CA
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Situated on the waterfront, this romantic houseboat is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from San Diego Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Chula Vista Nature Center and Chula Vista ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Fantastic!

"We loved our weekend away as a family! The property owner was so thoughtful and responsive, and staying on the boat was a grand adventure for the kids! We will be coming back."…"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2021

The West Star Yacht Staycation on the Water
Ever Sleep aboard a Sailboat

Ever Sleep aboard a Sailboat

2.5 out of 5
Behind 990 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA
The price is $80 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29

Located in the heart of Newport Beach, this houseboat is within 3 mi (5 km) of Balboa Pier, Fashion Island, and Newport Pier. Crystal Cove State Park and Huntington ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Fabulous stay!

"A bit cramped but it's a sailboat so no surprise there! Incredibly comfy bed, great facilities and location - 5 min walk to Marine with loads of shops & restaurants. Go to the end, turn right and after another 10 mins or so you get to the Balboa Island Ferry. $1 and 2 mins later you're on the island ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2019

Ever Sleep aboard a Sailboat
Cozy & Cute Sausalito Boathouse

Cozy & Cute Sausalito Boathouse

Sausalito, CA
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Situated in Marin City, this houseboat is within 9 mi (15 km) of Muir Woods National Monument, Presidio of San Francisco, and Golden Gate Bridge. Palace of Fine ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
adorable little get away

"We were lucky enough to have some time in this sweet little houseboat. It was classy and charming and well stocked with everything one needs. Comfortable and cozy. Cannot wait to come stay again!"…"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2019

Cozy & Cute Sausalito Boathouse
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Mirage I Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Mirage I Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Mirage I Houseboat
Shasta Marina's Mirage II Houseboat

Shasta Marina's Mirage II Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina's Mirage II Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
Clean and wonderful houseboat!

"Shasta Marina has the best employees, they were all so nice and helpful. The houseboat was clean and in great shape, actually fancy. Mother nature didn't cooperate, it rained the whole time, but the hot tub was warm and the gas fireplace did a good job. I recommend Shasta Marina! 5 stars from me"…"

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2020

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat
Shasta Marina Mirage I Houseboat

Shasta Marina Mirage I Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina Mirage I Houseboat
Shasta Marina's Mirage I Houseboat

Shasta Marina's Mirage I Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)

"Speechless! Beyond amazing! One of the best getaway experiences ever!"…"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020

Shasta Marina's Mirage I Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Sumerset Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Sumerset Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Sumerset Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated in Lakehead, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage I Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Thoroughbred Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Thoroughbred Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay's Thoroughbred Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage II Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage II Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated on a lake, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Mirage II Houseboat
Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated in Lakehead, this historic houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake ...…

Shasta Marina at Packers Bay Thoroughbred Houseboat
Shasta Marina's Sumerset Houseboat

Shasta Marina's Sumerset Houseboat

Lakehead, CA
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Situated in Lakehead, this houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Whiskeytown Shasta Trinity National Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Shasta Lake and Lake ...…

Shasta Marina's Sumerset Houseboat
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