You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Adorable Houseboat on the river
Come stay at this two bedroom one bath house boat located on the main river of Fort Lauderdale! Enjoy all the comforts of home but be in the unique surrounding of being on the water in a rare houseboat! Full kitchen, bath, WiFi, full cable, 2 full beds in one room, other full bed in another room. Book not an ordinary night but truly an experience loved by many!! There’s also a coin washer and dryer on land.
Property manager
Jen
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Paper towels
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Hair dryer
Soap
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near coin laundry
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the river
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children that cannot swim not recommended
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Adorable On The River
Adorable Houseboat on the river Fort Lauderdale
Adorable Houseboat on the river Private vacation home
About the neighborhood
Fort Lauderdale, FL
What's nearby
Broward Center for the Performing Arts - 2 min drive
Museum of Discovery and Science - 2 min drive
Las Olas Boulevard - 3 min drive
Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop - 6 min drive
Port Everglades - 10 min drive
Getting around
Fort Lauderdale Station - 19 min walk
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 19 min walk
Chen's Kitchen - 19 min walk
Burger King - 17 min walk
Snappers Fish & Chicken - 5 min walk
Betty's Soul Food Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Adorable Houseboat on the river pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Adorable Houseboat on the river?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Adorable Houseboat on the river?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Adorable Houseboat on the river located?
Located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, this houseboat is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Broward Center for the Performing Arts and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Las Olas Boulevard. Riverwalk and Museum of Discovery and Science are also within 1 mi (2 km). Fort Lauderdale Station is 19 minutes by foot.
Adorable Houseboat on the river Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 30 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Bruce O.
25 November 2024
Bruce O.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
John Z.
10 August 2024
John Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
J C.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Boathouse
Very cozy honestly and it fit all 6 of us. 3 couples and 1 single
J C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
billy l.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
billy l.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Jennifer G.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall it was fine
Being the fourth of July, we had a great view of fireworks from the front of the boat. We had a fun time fishing. The boat was roomy enough for the 4 of us. We had a wonderful time.
Jennifer G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Andrew b.
28 June 2024
Short stay for a group of friends before a cruise
For the most part everything was clean and easy to work with property manager especially with an issue during booking and ease of access was good. Those were the good aspects to this place. The down sides we faced is the plumbing. The toilet is very limited on useage which isnt mentioned in the posting and we questioned the use of the shower. Another thing that isnt mentioned in the post is that this property isn’t meant for 6 adults even though it that was how it was searched. It best fits 2 adults and 4 children.
Andrew b.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Jamie W.
25 June 2024
First time on a houseboat.
We enjoyed our stay overall. The location was very convenient for us as we were in for a wrestling event held at the Broward County Convention Center. My husband and son enjoyed fishing off of the boat in the evenings. We will be back.
Jamie W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Chris B.
26 May 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Sea Worthy
While the property served its purpose it is in no way a vacation destination.
We loved our stay. Sitting on the back deck watching the fish. It was very nice. Every hotel room looks the same - this was something completely different.
jeremy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
8 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind place
The boat was such a cool experience. Fishing in the river was very relaxing after a long day of volleyball for my son. It may have been a tight fit for our whole family, but it was perfect for the three of us that stayed.
Julie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Carrie S.
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun experience
This was a unique experience in a quiet neighborhood. The boat was cleanly and spacious. The communication with the property manager was superb. Will book again!!!
Carrie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shelly K.
5 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place, great price!
The houseboat was super cute and an awesome deal for the price! The boat looked exactly like it does in the pictures, so I should have noticed there isn’t a lot of space to store luggage (although we did have 4 adults and some of us overpacked 🙋♀️). No big deal, we made it work and it was still a very fun experience. We really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely do it again!
Shelly K.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
2/10 Terrible
Erica K.
22 March 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Do not go during spring break
I could not stay due to spring break kids partying like crazy. I took videos and sent to managers no one reached out until the next day by that time I had moved to a hotel. The wild spring break kids said they were staying there all weekend. No way was I going to allow my kids to stay somewhere where people are doing drugs and drinking feet away from us. The worst part is that I still have not received a refund and now have to jump through hoops just to get one.
Erica K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shakyra C.
19 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Clean place, exactly as describe!
Shakyra C.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terri B.
1 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Fun
What a fun and quirky place to stay. Two of my sons and I travelled to Ft. Lauderdale for a volleyball tournament. One of them is an avid fisherman so we thought this would be the perfect place to stay so he could fish when we weren't playing ball. We were not disappointed!. He fished multiple times off the deck of the houseboat and caught a variety of fish. The main bedroom is very spacious with lots of storage. The kitchen is fairly tiny but adequate for light cooking. I would not recommend this place for families with small children (toddlers) because the dock is not always level with the boat when the tide is low so there's a big step down onto the boat. Also, the walkway around the boat is very narrow. The family room is also very spacious - enough seating for at least 4. The owners were very quick to respond to any questions we had or needs that arose. We would definitely stay there again if we are ever in Ft. Lauderdale.
Terri B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn K.
23 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay on the houseboat, it was super clean and a fun experience.
So much fun, I hope I'm able to do it again someday. I didn't want to leave, wish I could stay forever. Place was super clean and close to down town.
Dawn K.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte J.
14 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Super fun house boat
What a fun, one-of-a-kind experience! The owners were great and responded immediately to our questions and requests. We had a great time.
Charlotte J.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Sergio M.
1 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Surprise little adventure that our kids absolutely loved. Cozy and efficient. Good area. Police dept two blocks away. Quarter mile down River from high end shopping area. A nice change up from
The typical hotel stat. We’ll come back for sure.
Sergio M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Todd M.
2 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the reto boat
Nicely redone house boat. We all loved it. The stairs / docks could be difficult for elderly people, but fine for us. Safe neighborhood.
Todd M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
4/10 Poor
Denise V.
23 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Not for older women.
The walkway and the dock were uneven and hard to navigate. There are no railings on the outside so sitting on the "patio" was definitely out of the question. Nothing to do outside of the boat. Bathroom was not fit for 4 older women. Shower was dark and questionable if there would have been enough hot water. (We left the next morning and went to a Hotel). The toilet was difficult to manage. (Fill with water, turn on the pump until waste was gone. No TP down the toilet, put into the trash can). Concept is good if you just want to sleep there.
Denise V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
ME B.
14 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
What great fun!
What a unique experience! first time on a houseboat overnight. surprising amount of space but gotta watch those stairs! Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and will be back again soon. Wonder what it would be like to live aboard full time?!
ME B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
dianne b.
23 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We really enjoyed it, had a nice tranquil weekend. Accommodations were very comfortable and close to the beach and shopping. We’ll stay again.
dianne b.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Ruth L.
2 July 2021
Made memories
Good price
Ruth L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Emilee B.
25 June 2021
Fort Lauderdale House Boat
Everything was really great for us, the neighborhood wasn’t exactly what we were looking for but that’s no fault of the owner
Emilee B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
2/10 Terrible
Martha B.
15 June 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
I wouldn't recommend
Not a safe location I thought and the place looked terrible all around toilet overflowed and the air wasn't working right I left this property immediately I didn't stay not 1 night