Benefit of Houseboating - Waterfront View with Perks

 A psychology professor for 40 years, Robert Fettgather, PhD, has not only taught the subject but he has also written and presented extensively on developmental disabilities, abnormal psychology, and developmental psychology, among other areas. In his free time, Robert Fettgather has interests that include water sports and houseboating.

Houseboats are homes that float, offering owners/renters the benefit of waterfront property and other perks. The boat can be docked at a marina, giving the boat homeowner access to the lake or bay. This makes it possible to enjoy water sports such as kayaking or sailing. At the same time, the houseboat gives owners/renters flexibility in that they can dine on the boat or dine at an establishment on land.

For those planning a vacation, the houseboat can be an affordable alternative to renting accommodations in a nice hotel, which can be expensive depending on the location. Houseboats come with most of the amenities found in a home. In addition, some are fully furnished. Because these homes are equipped for cooking, vacationers can eat on the boat.

Finally, the houseboat offers vacationers privacy compared to a hotel where many people lodge. The houseboat can be docked, or the family can motor out further away and leave the crowds behind.