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Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project

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A white boat docked at a pier with a sunset in the background.
A boat interior with a glass table, a cushioned seating area, and a view of the water through windows.
A compact living area with a sofa, a control panel, and a window providing a view of the outside.
A turtle on a gravel surface.
A boat interior with a round table, cushioned seating, and windows offering views of the water.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manteo, NC
  • Place, Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Festival Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Manteo

Located in Manteo, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Dare County Arts Council and North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outlets Nags Head and Outer Banks Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Full Throttle Speedway, or consider a night out at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and ecotours.
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Map
Manteo, NC

What's nearby

  • Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Festival Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Outer Banks History Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Roanoke Island Festival Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tale of the Whale - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project on 31 October 2026 start from NZ$494, 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.

Is Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Floating In Paradise On The Azul Project located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, Dare County Arts Council and Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. Outer Banks History Center and Roanoke Island Festival Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying on a house boat. It was pretty cool! Everything was as described in the listing. Host was very communicative. Thank you for a wonderful weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic. The owner provided a lot of information and we truly love the experience of staying on a houseboat.. we would highly recommend this!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply loved staying on this beautiful boat! Cozy but still roomy inside, just right for a romantic getaway. Communication with the host was just right, plenty of tips for being comfortable on the boat and ideas for places to go in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was so lovely on the Azul Project! Our first night was a bit rough because there was a gale warning and the wind/water was a lot for these landlubbers, but once the weather settled down and the water was calm, we thoroughly enjoyed our time on the boat. It was incredibly relaxing; communication with our host was fabulous; the area felt safe and was super easy to navigate. Thank you to Gia for hosting us; we'll be sure to recommend and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying on the Azul Project was everything I expected and more. Boat was very clean, the location was great and the host was terrific. I would definitely stay aboard the next time I'm visiting the OBX. 5 stars plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The houseboat was a novel and enjoyable experience. The listing is very accurate. The marina was quiet and the view, beautiful and serene, especially from the top deck. The host, Gia was fantastic and her communication skills, exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
So happy you loved your stay on the houseboat! The marina really is such a peaceful escape. It was wonderful hosting you, hope to see you again soon! - Gia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

It was a very great time for my wife and I
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic surprise from my hubbys birthday! Beautiful views, quite neighbors. This boat is cozy and the outdoor decks are wonderful. Great communication with the owner. Lots of information and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2025
What a wonderful reason to celebrate, Holly! We’re so glad you stayed with us at the Azul. Thank you for your kind words, we’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful trip

My husband and I had a amazing trip, Gia was the best host , a pleasure to talk with. The boat was clean and beautiful, amazing views from both decks , we used the kayaks and paddled on a quiet waterway in the morning and enjoyed swimming at the club pool afterwards. I can't say enough wonderful things, a weekend wasn't long enough, we look forward to coming back. Thank you for sharing your boat with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Escape to Manteo

My wife and I booked the Azul for a weekend Easter getaway. We had a lovely time. Gia was a wonderful host and communicated very well how to check in and informed me of boat policies. We spent most of our time on the sundeck with the nice outdoor furniture and artificial grass carpet. I felt like I was being rocked gently to sleep at night on the very comfortable bed. Stripers Bar and Grill, Darrells Seafood Resraurant, and McDonalds are all easily walkable from this boat. Will definitely recommend this place. Thank you Gia!!! We were honored to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you, Patrick! We're glad you and your wife had a great Easter weekend on the Azul. Happy to hear you enjoyed the sundeck and nearby spots. We'd love to have you back anytime! ~Gia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas night getaway

My sweetie and I got a chance to run away on Christmas Day and so I decided to surprise him with a night on the ocean in a boat,,, the furthest thing from our mountain farm. It was perfect!!! Roomy and tons of windows, the waves rocked us to sleep and the sunrise woke us up. I can’t wait to book again for a longer stay in the summer when I can use all the decks to take naps. Thanks for your speedy response to my questions! Love love love it❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love the boat. Emails were answered in a timely manner.. Was not able to enjoy the pool or the other extra. Every time I went the door was locked was told yesterday where the key was…..I was so scared of getting on and off the boat. I had no clue the distance from the deck to the boat. I honestly only went out when I had to. Nice people on the deck though many people helped me out.
The boat inside was beautiful
So pretty just to sit and enjoy
Loving the bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we first saw the boat, it was quaint and the view was so beautiful!! The water and the dock was so peaceful. we hopped on the boat and went inside. The inside was already cool and comfortable. The boat was furnished nicely and I had no complaints with the cleanliness. we enjoyed our stay on top of the deck where we ate some seafood from steamers and watched the sun go down. It was beautiful. The only thing that I would change is the bathroom situation. We could not put toilet paper in the toilet, so it was a minor inconvenience to put our used toilet paper in the garbage bag. The bathroom will have a slight smell to it due to the toilet being somewhat of a porta potty. We just kept it clean with the toilet brush and some cleaner. The parking can be a challenge if the restaurant is busy. The first night we were there we had to park near the clubhouse which is a good size walk. The second night we had no problem finding a spot near the boat. The clubhouse is at the beginning of the property and the boat is almost to the end of the property, which does mean that if your older like us, then it would be wise to drive there and not walk. This is also where you will take a shower. These inconveniences were very minor compared to the location, price, and beauty of the area. I would stay again.
Very good idea of how serene and beautiful it was and where it was located
Inside of the boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Houseboat Vacationing

I very much enjoyed this unique experience of houseboat living. I knew I would enjoy the marina life and being on the water sounded wonderful. However, it really is not really dependent on the tides as to how your are able to board the boat. You WILL have at least 3 feet to step/jump over to get on the boats deck. As a single person, I found this not to work very well. My suitcase and groceries were difficult at times to bring onboard by myself. With that being said, the last day there, one of the bags I was bringing with me ended up at the bottom of the sound with my Jeep Fob in it. Make sure you keep your keys on a floatable keyring. Not just this case, but I feel these sites do a horrible job with check-in directions in general. Terrible. I had no idea where the boat was and I was coming in late at night. Gia, as host, was great. Quick responses and very helpful. If you are not aware of septic systems that cannot accept anything but waste, no paper, no nothing...that takes a little getting used too. Overall, it was a nice time....My only real issue with how to get on and off the boat easily, L- Wallace
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boat was really cool. We enjoyed staying somewhere out of the ordinary. It was nice to be able to use the shower and bathroom in the marina, which was just a short walk from the boat. The location of the marina was close to restaurants and a short drive to the beach. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay with great views! Showers and bathrooms conveniently located close to boat. We are looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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