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The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Interior
TV
The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat

The Barbara Joan | Brand New 3BR/2BA Houseboat in Venice Marina | Ice Machine | C Dock

Welcome aboard The Barbara Joan—a brand new, custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom houseboat designed by fishermen, for fishermen and Venice adventurers. Located on C Dock in Venice Marina, a short ride from the pass entrance, this floating retreat is the perfect home base for your next tuna run or fishing adventure.

From the ice-cold central A/C to the spacious reclining sofas, every detail of The Barbara Joan was crafted with guests in mind. Whether you’re back for another year or booking your first trip to Louisiana’s fishing capital, you’ll feel right at home.

Sleeps up to 14:
~Bunkroom: 2 queen-over-queen bunks
~Bedroom: 1 queen-over-queen bunk
~Master Bedroom: 1 queen bed
Plenty of space, premium mattresses, and cool, quiet rest after long days on the water.

Designed for the Fishing Lifestyle:
~Full-size kitchen – cook meals for the whole crew with plenty of room
~Oversized Onboard ice machine
~Back deck fish-cleaning station
~Grill with marina views – cook your catch as you watch boats roll in
~Comfy reclining sofas & cold A/C – unwind like a pro
~Starlink Internet
~Roku smart TV- Log in to all your streaming services

Why Guests Keep Coming Back:
The Barbara Joan isn’t just a houseboat—it’s your dockside basecamp, season after season. Whether you’re chasing yellowfin tuna, hunting inshore redfish, or just having a good time with your crew, this is Venice, La. done right, with all the comfort and style you could ask for.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

761674

About the area

Located in Venice, this houseboat is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Community Prayer Center Park, while Fort Jackson and Fort Jackson Museum are cultural highlights.
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What's nearby

  • Venice Marina - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Jackson Museum - 26 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Fort Jackson - 27 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Community Prayer Center Park - 29 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Prea Park - 61 min drive - 67.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪CrawGator's Bar and Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Changes Restaurants LLC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Island Grill and Oyster Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman Lodge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Seafood - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Venice Marina and within 16 miles (25 km) of Fort Jackson and Fort Jackson Museum. Community Prayer Center Park is 15.2 mi (24.4 km) away.

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Reviews

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