This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat

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A modern living area with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a kitchen with a microwave, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.
A small dock with a covered seating area, a wooden staircase, and a grill.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring leading to a bedroom with a bed and a dresser.
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stainless steel sink, and white cabinetry.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Richard B. Russell Lake

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Elberton, GA
  • Place, Richard B. Russell Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Hole
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Richard B. Russell State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬

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

Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Elberton

Elberton is home to this houseboat. The Diamond Hill Mine and Tara Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bobby Brown State Park and Calhoun Falls State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Map
Elberton, GA

What's nearby

  • Richard B. Russell Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blue Hole - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • The Diamond Hill Mine - 28 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Richard B. Russell State Park - 33 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Lander University - 46 min drive - 65.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliffords At Beaverdam - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kuntry Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hudson's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Savannah grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smiths Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This Boat Don't Float! A Refurbished 50 ft House boat located?

Situated in Elberton, this houseboat is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Richard B. Russell Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Hole and Bobby Brown State Park. Calhoun Falls State Park and Calhoun Falls State Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

7.2

Good

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay in! Clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you for staying! Come back if you can.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed her for the high school national fishing tournament , Place was really clean and in a good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Horribel, absolutely horrible. Nice looking place but when we walked in there were 2 dead cockroaches. we stopped for food and had to eat in our laps because ants were all over the countertop. I am alergis to cockroaches so we had to leave a day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2026
This is the first we are hearing of any issues. We did have pest control come that week so there could have been a few bugs. However, I would have had our property manager come over but we were not alerted to anything being wrong. There are woods around the unit. We apologize for your experience but wish you would have reached out to us. Take care.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked out great for a 3 day fishing trip. My only suggestion would be a bigger fridge and freezer to freeze fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2026
Thanks for the suggestion. We understand the two mini fridges don't offer a lot of freezer space but glad you enjoyed the stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect spot if you want to fish Clarks hill or Lake Russell. It was clean and easy check in and out. It has a place to clean fish, a hose pipe,a grill. Sit outside under covered porch. The fish table had shade and the AC felt great. I was super pleased with everything. Great host!For the price not sure you could find a better rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2026
Thank you for being a great guest and we look forward to you returning when you can!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this place for a fishing trip. It has everything you need and has easy access to Lake Russell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've stayed here many times and have always had a good experience. My most recent stay was for a 3 day fishing trip. Perfect for what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
We hope you return when you can. Thank you for being a respectful guest!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2026
The septic line clog is being addressed. Thank you for the feedback.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2025
Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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