Our own lawn chairs provided comfy seating on the roof, a good option for our large group. If your group is larger than 6, you may wish to bring some from home.
Proximity was perfect -- convenient to go from one venue to another.
It took me a bit to figure out this kind of boating, as I'd sailed, canoed and used a runabout in the past. Houseboat steering is distinctly different.
We did not fish; we did not take another boat; nor did we land at a site. Instead, we took day trips for pleasure. Only one day had all of us aboard. The generator was used sparingly --for hot drinks on cool days and at night. We only used the grill for one meal.
Amazing experience! Very friendly staff. Can't wait to go again.
Our group of 14 came to relax and enjoy the water with my 93 year old dad. He'd been to the area decades ago as a teenager and had always wanted to spend time on a house boat. It was a family reunion and time with our father. We had a great time!
We adapted and then began to truly relax and enjoyed it.
We rented a houseboat and spent a long weekend cruising around the lake. It's a bit expensive, but worth it for the experience. The boat was a bit dated (clearly from the 70s) but we had such a good time, no one seemed to mind.
The steel hull was sturdy and motor worked well. The generator could not have been easier to start. The dock crews were very helpful and pleasant. Some were young, but the youth as well as the "seasoned" personnel were very professional. Charts and handbook were very handy.
How we used the boat was probably different than what your family or group would use a house boat. We did not spend all day, every day aboard. We rented the houseboat for water sightseeing and relaxing and rented a cabin and vacation home for other activities-- most meals and evenings were spent together at the house. However, the four twenty-somethings slept on the boat
Rainy Lakes Houseboats know what they're doing, even if you don't. And they encouraged us to try and keep at it. We made some great, indelible memories at this stunning lakeside locale. I genuinely regret we live so far away.
Been going up to Rainy Lake since I was a kid. Always an amazing trip and great fishing too! I would suggest getting your RABC and Canadian license, you never know whether the US or Canada will have better fishing that year. We like to go in the spring to catch the walleye before they head deep, easiest way to target multiple species at one time. In my opinion the houseboat is the only way to enjoy Rainy Lake, Bill and his family are always accommodating and keep their boats in great shape. Rainy Lake, we will see you in a month. FISH ON!!!
We recently rented the Lady II houseboat for a Tues-Friday trip. It was an awesome experience, boat worked out great and was a lot of fun. Everyone at the rental office was super nice and helpful. The only issue that we experienced was getting fishing licenses on-site and that had more to do with the licensing system, I would suggest doing this in advance of your trip.
A shout-out to the few names I recall for excellent service: Reese, who checked us out on the boat, Tanner who suggested a route, another Tanner, Ethan, and Jayden who knew where to obtain 3 canoes if we really wanted them. Sandy, in charge of housekeeping, offered to help in any way and was a delight to talk with..
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