10/10 Excellent
Steadman M.
4 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Steadman M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire house boat·Private host
The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire house boat
3 bedrooms3 bathrooms121 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Venice, LA
- Venice Marina1 min walk
- Fort Jackson27 min drive
- Community Prayer Center Park29 min drive
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat
The Barbara Joan | Brand New 3BR/2BA Houseboat in Venice Marina | Ice Machine | C Dock
Welcome aboard The Barbara Joan—a brand new, custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom houseboat designed by fishermen, for fishermen and Venice adventurers. Located on C Dock in Venice Marina, a short ride from the pass entrance, this floating retreat is the perfect home base for your next tuna run or fishing adventure.
From the ice-cold central A/C to the spacious reclining sofas, every detail of The Barbara Joan was crafted with guests in mind. Whether you’re back for another year or booking your first trip to Louisiana’s fishing capital, you’ll feel right at home.
Sleeps up to 14:
~Bunkroom: 2 queen-over-queen bunks
~Bedroom: 1 queen-over-queen bunk
~Master Bedroom: 1 queen bed
Plenty of space, premium mattresses, and cool, quiet rest after long days on the water.
Designed for the Fishing Lifestyle:
~Full-size kitchen – cook meals for the whole crew with plenty of room
~Oversized Onboard ice machine
~Back deck fish-cleaning station
~Grill with marina views – cook your catch as you watch boats roll in
~Comfy reclining sofas & cold A/C – unwind like a pro
~Starlink Internet
~Roku smart TV- Log in to all your streaming services
Why Guests Keep Coming Back:
The Barbara Joan isn’t just a houseboat—it’s your dockside basecamp, season after season. Whether you’re chasing yellowfin tuna, hunting inshore redfish, or just having a good time with your crew, this is Venice, La. done right, with all the comfort and style you could ask for.
Welcome aboard The Barbara Joan—a brand new, custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom houseboat designed by fishermen, for fishermen and Venice adventurers. Located on C Dock in Venice Marina, a short ride from the pass entrance, this floating retreat is the perfect home base for your next tuna run or fishing adventure.
From the ice-cold central A/C to the spacious reclining sofas, every detail of The Barbara Joan was crafted with guests in mind. Whether you’re back for another year or booking your first trip to Louisiana’s fishing capital, you’ll feel right at home.
Sleeps up to 14:
~Bunkroom: 2 queen-over-queen bunks
~Bedroom: 1 queen-over-queen bunk
~Master Bedroom: 1 queen bed
Plenty of space, premium mattresses, and cool, quiet rest after long days on the water.
Designed for the Fishing Lifestyle:
~Full-size kitchen – cook meals for the whole crew with plenty of room
~Oversized Onboard ice machine
~Back deck fish-cleaning station
~Grill with marina views – cook your catch as you watch boats roll in
~Comfy reclining sofas & cold A/C – unwind like a pro
~Starlink Internet
~Roku smart TV- Log in to all your streaming services
Why Guests Keep Coming Back:
The Barbara Joan isn’t just a houseboat—it’s your dockside basecamp, season after season. Whether you’re chasing yellowfin tuna, hunting inshore redfish, or just having a good time with your crew, this is Venice, La. done right, with all the comfort and style you could ask for.
During your stay at this houseboat, you're just a quick walk from Venice Marina. You'll find features like laundry facilities.
- Amenities include laundry facilities
- 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Venice Marina and 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from Fort Jackson
This houseboat offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Venice houseboat is smoke free.
Property manager
Brittany
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
761674
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