You really can’t ask for more in a vacation—luxury accommodations on the water, quiet solitude or lively activity—whichever you prefer—and unparalleled scenery. You get all this when you take a houseboating vacation on one of five Arkansas lakes. From fishing, swimming, and deck-top grilling to wildlife watching, stargazing and simply spending quality time with friends and family, visitors can do about as much—or little—as desired. For the same reasons, houseboats are also becoming popular for family reunions, retreats and meetings.
These floating "homes away from homes" include everything a person needs for a memorable experience. Most have fully equipped kitchens, full bathrooms, washers and dryers, and televisions. Varying amenities include upper-deck hot tubs, compact disc players, satellite televisions, VCRs, central heat and air, wet bars and waterslides off the top deck. As the niceties vary, so do the prices, which are based on number of people and length of stay. Rentals run from one-day and three-day trips, to weeklong trips. The boats come in various sizes, ranging from a 40-foot, six-person sleeper, to an 86-footer that sleeps 14.
