The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James

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A teal-colored room with a white bench, two black-framed windows, and a white door leading outside.
A boat deck with two blue and white striped chairs, a grill, and a cooler.
A teal-themed interior with a sofa bed, pillows, and a small window.
A small table with a book, crossword puzzle, and a magazine, with a window above displaying a view of a body of water and boats.
A compact, well-lit interior with a teal wall, a small kitchenette, a dining area with a table and bench, and a window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake James

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Nebo, NC
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake James State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Common spaces

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Nebo

Located in Nebo, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Historic Carson House and Museum of North Carolina Minerals are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Jamestown Flea Market and Morganton Heights. The Outpost and Bouncin' Kids are also worth visiting.
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Map
Nebo, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake James State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pisgah National Forest - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 53 min drive - 76.7 km
  • Lake Lure - 54 min drive - 71.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bantam Chef - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hook & Anchor Family Seafood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mica Town Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Countryside BBQ - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James on 13 Nov 2026 start from NZ$671, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake James and Lake James State Park. Catawba River and Pisgah National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So much fun! We would definitely recommend and we plan on going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The family and I had a great weekend on the lake in this boat. For two kids and two adults it is a bit small, but we were staying with friends camping in the national forest which was perfect as we used the boat as a big tent you could ride around on and swim while cooking burgers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time on the lake!

My wife and I are local to the area and wanted to get out and enjoy the lake on a kid free weekend. We enjoyed our time on the houseboat and hope to do it again. John and his team were great hosts and made the outing extremely easy for us. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

An Awesome Adventure on a unique boat! Everything controllable by the host worked flawlessly. I’m looking forward to renting it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Time

We rented Gigi late mid-March. This was our first experience on a house boat and we absolutely loved it! The lake is just beautiful, and the boat was very responsive and comfortable with no issues whatsoever. It’s well stocked with every little thing you might need. Once moored, we grilled some salmon on the small grill and also heated up other food we brought with us (also brought sheets of foil), and made coffee in the morning. John was always a phone call away, and we don’t have a single negative thing to say! Absolutely a magical trip!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding customer service

The house boat is well cared for. The advise for lake locations or any assistance we’d is only a phone call away. I’ve stayed at many vrbo rentals but this one was definitely first class for customer service. I highly recommend the boathouse lake James experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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