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This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Richard B. Russell Lake
- Place, Bobby Brown State Park
- Place, Calhoun Falls State Park
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Hallway Sleeping Nook
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat
Welcome Aboard to our completely refurbished 50 foot houseboat! It has been retired from sailing the seas and is now a permanent dry-docked boat house!
The boat house has a great location. It's just 5 minutes from Jodi's Bait shop. Bring your boat, water toys and all your fishing gear and choose which lake to visit each day. There are 5 boat ramps less than 10 minutes away that serve Lake Russell and Clarks Hill (Strom Thurmond Lake).
If fishing isn't your favorite, visit the Elbert County Wildlife Management Areas to hunt for deer, turkey & other small game.
Not a hunter or fisherman? That's fine too! Whatever the reason you are in the area, we would love to have you stay in our boat.
The boat is fully furnished, has TV and wifi and Sleeps 3-4 people. There are 2 twin beds in the main bedroom and one hallway nook bed. A child could sleep in the hallway nook bed and/or on the couch. There is also space in the living room for a blow up twin size mattress. Bed linens are provided. A full bathroom is also stocked with towels.
The living room has a loveseat couch and massage chair for our weary travelers to relax to the fullest. A stocked kitchenette allows for light meal preps while you relax. There is not a full stove but we provide an electric double burner & flat iron to cook with while you are here. Microwave, coffee pot and utensils are all stocked and ready for use.
This is NOT a party destination. NO outside speakers allowed. If you have more than 3-4 people who need a vacation, consider booking our other 2 bed/1 bath property located on the same grounds. The property ID is 4477805.
Lake Russell is approximately 26,500 acres in size with 540 miles of shoreline and is one of the few lakes in the Southeast that remains undeveloped, pristine and naturally picturesque. The area provides a wide variety of recreational activities including water sports, boating, hunting, fishing and hiking. Largemouth base and Striper fishing on Lake Russell is so popular that numerous fishing tournaments are held throughout the year.
The boat house has a great location. It's just 5 minutes from Jodi's Bait shop. Bring your boat, water toys and all your fishing gear and choose which lake to visit each day. There are 5 boat ramps less than 10 minutes away that serve Lake Russell and Clarks Hill (Strom Thurmond Lake).
If fishing isn't your favorite, visit the Elbert County Wildlife Management Areas to hunt for deer, turkey & other small game.
Not a hunter or fisherman? That's fine too! Whatever the reason you are in the area, we would love to have you stay in our boat.
The boat is fully furnished, has TV and wifi and Sleeps 3-4 people. There are 2 twin beds in the main bedroom and one hallway nook bed. A child could sleep in the hallway nook bed and/or on the couch. There is also space in the living room for a blow up twin size mattress. Bed linens are provided. A full bathroom is also stocked with towels.
The living room has a loveseat couch and massage chair for our weary travelers to relax to the fullest. A stocked kitchenette allows for light meal preps while you relax. There is not a full stove but we provide an electric double burner & flat iron to cook with while you are here. Microwave, coffee pot and utensils are all stocked and ready for use.
This is NOT a party destination. NO outside speakers allowed. If you have more than 3-4 people who need a vacation, consider booking our other 2 bed/1 bath property located on the same grounds. The property ID is 4477805.
Lake Russell is approximately 26,500 acres in size with 540 miles of shoreline and is one of the few lakes in the Southeast that remains undeveloped, pristine and naturally picturesque. The area provides a wide variety of recreational activities including water sports, boating, hunting, fishing and hiking. Largemouth base and Striper fishing on Lake Russell is so popular that numerous fishing tournaments are held throughout the year.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Must be on leash at all times. no sleeping in beds
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Elberton
Elberton is home to this houseboat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bobby Brown State Park and Calhoun Falls State Park, while Abbeville Opera House and Burt Stark Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Elberton, GA
What's nearby
- Richard B. Russell Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Blue Hole - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
- Bobby Brown State Park - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
- Calhoun Falls State Park - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
- Richard B. Russell State Park - 31 min drive - 26.1 km
Restaurants
- Cliffords At Beaverdam - 6 min drive
- China Buffet - 7 min drive
- Hudson's Cafe - 6 min drive
- Hunt Brothers Pizza - 6 min drive
- Smiths Tavern - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jason & Jennifer Smith
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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