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Houseboat rentals and Lake Powell

3/3/2015

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Summers sneak up fast.  Since pre-planning usually offers the ability to get the best deals, this is the perfect time to talk about house boating. For the last couple of years, we have spent a few days on beautiful Lake Powell.  It is, in my humble opinion, one of the most amazing lakes to spend some time on. The rock formations alone make it a majestic dream vacation. With that being said, it can be hotter than a lot of people are use to. Since I am use to Arizona weather, it is cool for me. There are a lot of houseboat rentals available on Lake Powell.  If you go online to Wahweap, you can pick one to rent, from a demure and basic place to lay your head, to an opulent two story, fully air-conditioned, BBQ included, mega-slide for the kids, lake mansion. They are costly to rent, even the basic models. But if you have a large group or family, that cost can work out for you by sharing the price and by saving with the peanut butter and jelly lunches you will eat on the lake.  Restaurants on vacation add up, as do tours.  You can rent a boat  in advance as well to take around and save on gas since, honestly, you will not want to be toting around the lake on the houseboat and spending money for that with the price of that liquid gold.  They also have jet ski rentals.

How we usually did it, and take this for what it is worth and the type of group you will be going with, is that we all put a certain amount of money in, to cover the rental costs, gas, the basics, and food. That way no one person is being stuck for the costs of things you do not anticipate.  Each person can bring their own snack and keep it for themselves by marking it.  We also always did BYOB.  Plan to spend your first day loading, looking for the perfect beach to park at, and getting a quick dip to cool you off. You will need it!  We also have the first meal of the night prepared in advanced. There will be no time for that with setting up.

Here are some good cheats if you are not a seasoned house boater but want to give it a try:
Have the dock captain take your to a spot and set you up. The can also pick you up and take you home.  You might say "Well what is the point of house boating them?"  I understand what you are saying, but how fun will it be trying to figure out how to drive, park, set up, navigate, and ultimately have a problem on your dream trip.  It cost for this service, but if you are like me, I am all about the camping in a great spot, not worrying about an accident or harming a very expensive rental boat.
Book in advance for the best prices.  You can also look for people who own timeshares on them and rent them out.
You can order groceries to be put on the boat for you.  Again, a cheat, but a worthy cheat if you are coming a long distance and do not want to find a store.  Besides, that way you know what grocery bill to split before you go.

http://www.lakepowell.com/

9 Comments
Mai T.
3/5/2015 05:57:15 pm

I've dreamed of renting a house boat for a summer vacation for a long time but still have not done it. I wish to be able to experience such water vacation soon.

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Starla B
3/6/2015 01:19:12 am

Looks and sounds like such a beautiful place. I would love something like this although I have never done anything like it. Out here outside of Atlanta,Georgia theres not that much to do since I have been here all of my life. Hopefully I will find something fun this year!

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marthalynn
3/7/2015 11:38:37 am

What a dream! I never knew you could rent a house boat. Sounds like the experience of a lifetime. I'm going to look into this!

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courtney b
3/11/2015 09:38:39 am

I would love to go to lake powell and rent a house and a boat.. sigh... I miss the days before I had toddlers! :( oh well, when my kids are grown I will go back to vacationing more.

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Maria Sarmento
3/16/2015 02:50:10 am

Sounds great, would love to try it sometime!

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denise low
9/21/2015 09:16:20 am

I would love to rent a houseboat for a week. I think it would be so much fun.

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karin
9/24/2015 05:45:39 am

wow! this sounds amazing

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Maria Montero
10/12/2015 10:51:35 pm

A house boat sounds so peaceful and relaxing:)

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Linda Manns
10/18/2015 01:21:32 pm

This looks beautiful. I would love to take this trip with my family. This would be so much fun. Thank you so much for sharing

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