Luxury Houseboat Vacations on the
Sparkling Northern California Lakes

Family houseboating has definitely gone upscale from the days when a houseboat vacation consisted of camping on water with amenities such as bunk beds, a Coleman stove and a small radio. These days, the northern California lakes host floating mansions complete with spas, satellite television, DVD and stereo systems, video games, and modern appliances. The luxury vessels are designed to ensure quality time with loved ones amidst peaceful natural surroundings, yet with enough creature comforts to keep the whole family comfortable and free from boredom for days on end.

For instance, the Titan, a 65 foot triple deck vessel, features a widescreen TV, home theater system, tracking satellite, fireplace and a full wet bar, along with private staterooms. On the upper deck is a sunken 8-person hot tub and an enclosed spiral tube waterslide. Fishermen can try for several species of fish, including bass, salmon, crappie, trout, catfish, and even sturgeon!

Evenings can be spent taking in a movie, enjoying a family deck side barbeque, or simply relaxing.

Northern California rental locations include Shasta Lake (Jones Valley, Sugarloaf, and Lakeview Resorts), New Melones Lake, and Lake McClure. Bon voyage!

877-HOUSEBOAT (468-7326) or houseboats.com

Edited by Ellen Schofield