Quebec is Canada’s largest province and is located in the eastern part of the country. The capital, Quebec City, has the distinction of being one of the oldest cities in Canada. Château Frontenac and La Citadelle de Québec are two majestic buildings worth a visit. Montreal is another cosmopolitan city in Quebec. Head to Old Montreal or one of the markets in the city and feel the rhythm of this vibrant place. If you are a fan of nature and love gazing at beautiful landscapes, you may enjoy a trip to Gaspé Peninsula, overlooking Gulf of St Lawrence. If you are planning a special vacation and are looking for something unique, you could consider renting a houseboat from the many options available here. To choose, scroll through this listing of the top houseboats in Quebec, Canada.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. The Dragon, Low (from USD 81)
If you are looking to get away from the daily routine, this houseboat could be a good choice. It is moored to a private island in Manitou Bay and can be reached only by boat. Inside, a propane fireplace will keep it snug during colder weather. You can prepare basic dishes using the propane stove, and a mini fridge is available as well.
On the rooftop deck, you can sunbathe, or spot constellations at night. You can also go for walks on the island and even spot wildlife such as eagles, deer or more.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
so nice clean warm and beautifulit was very clean well maintained and very good attention to detailsour stay there was exactly what we had in mind very calm with private litel island clean peacefullthe place was clean the bed comfortable and we had enough of everything to cook our mealsHost:
the hosts were also very friendly and attentivelovely down to earth hosts who are really helpfulmuch better than camping bonnie offered a warm welcome and was a wonderful hosthats of to all the hosts for putting up a wonderful accommodationthe dragon is definitely one of a kind and the private island adds to the serenity of the spaceRead more reviewsLocation:
come to enjoy the stars and the quietsuper unique place it’s definitely a must visitfor those who want to live a mini adventure: this is your placefantastic location very private excellent fishing canoeing and swimmingtaking the canoe was super fun and it was easy to see the location from the dock
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2. The River Den, Wakefield (from USD 180)
Moored on Gatineau River, close to the village of Wakefield, The River Den is a cute four-season houseboat. Measuring 33 ft (10.06 m) in length and with a living space of 23 feet (7.01 meters), it can comfortably accommodate 2 guests. There is a dry composting toilet on the boat and a solar-powered USB charging port for phones.
A wood stove will keep the boat warm in the winter months. You can swim or fish in the river, rent kayaks or canoes locally or explore the village.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it is a magical place with many gorgeous hand made touches such as tables counter tops and furnitureCleanliness:
the place was really cozy and cleanthe river den is rustic clean the bed was comfy and the main floor was very cozyHost:
lovely space setting and hostbonnie is a great hostshe was very communicative and helpfulthe host was very nice easy to communicate with and accommodating to all my questionshosts are helpful and super friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
special place close to a special townthis boathouse is the perfect location for a peaceful and soothing getawaythis is such a cute place to stay the water is perfect and the house is so cutesuper close less than a 10min drivequiet perfect getaway to reset
3. The Nellie, Low (from USD 118)
You can bring your boat, rent one or book a ferry ride to get to The Nellie during the summer months. This boat is anchored in a quiet cove off the Gatineau River. There is a sandy beach here as well. You can wake up to peaceful nature sounds, spend the day swimming, boating or just relaxing and then fall asleep as you admire the starry skies.
There is an outhouse and a bucket toilet onboard for use during the summer months. In colder weather, guests have access to a shared bathroom.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place was clean and as describedHost:
very helpful hosts as wellbonnie is an amazing hostbonnie and andrew were amazing hosts and went above and beyond to make us feel welcomedbonnie is a wonderful host very attentive and friendlywonderful hosts very special placeRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet beautiful location on a great houseboatideal place for yoga swimming meditation reading - you name it needless to say we'll be back shortlythe nellie is fantastic the location is perfect - private beautiful nestled right into a serene little baygreat place to getaway from the citywould recommendregarding our location the spot was a little bay of peacefulness relaxation and raw nature and beauty
4. Aloberge 6, 'Île-aux-Noix (from USD 78)
Aloberge 6 is fixed to a floating platform and boasts a cabin measuring 10 feet (3.05 meters) by 12 feet (3.66 meters). The cabin is fitted with two benches which can be converted to beds when you need to sleep. You can prepare simple meals easily here - the kitchen has basic equipment such as a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker and blender. A heater or a fan can also be provided if needed.
There is a large front terrace and a back deck, so you can sit wherever you want and take in the beautiful scenery around you.
Top guest reviews
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best of all it is pet friendly and we were able to bring our 2 french bulldogs
5. Floating cabin with outdoor terrace, Brownsburg (from USD 161)
This compact cabin is set on the quiet Turtle Lake, close to Lake Martinez. You can use the kayaks stored on-site to explore the water. The spartan space is well equipped with a comfortable bed and linens. There is an outdoor terrace as well, from where you can enjoy the incredible views of the surroundings.
You will have access to a summer kitchen located on the shore, so you can prepare basic dishes easily.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the kitchen was well-equipped making cooking and cleaning easyRead more reviewsHost:
catherine is very responsive and answers all questions quickly
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6. Roomy boat with kitchenette, Saint-André-d'Argenteuil
This 30-foot (9.14-meter) boat can easily fit a group of four people, so it is ideal for your family vacation. Pets are welcome here as well. The space is well-designed to accommodate a bedroom, kitchenette and living room, so you will have all the comforts of home.
There is even a camping-style bathroom and toilet. You can explore water-based activities such as kayaking and paddling from the marina.
Saint-André-d'Argenteuil, Quebec, CanadaAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the place is clean cozy and well equippedvery nicely decorated and cleanthe marins shower and bathroom was exceptionally cleanthe boat was clean and the beds were comfortableHost:
celine was a great hostceline is kind and attentiveceline is a wonderful hostceline is a great host and very easy to communicate withceline was a great host very friendly and easy to reach if you need anythingRead more reviewsLocation:
we especially enjoyed the ice cream shop right across the st
Have fun on the water in Quebec
If you love to be outdoors, especially by the water, there are many places to consider staying in Quebec. One such unique experience is staying on a houseboat. You can pick any place from the above list and spend a few days admiring the beauty of nature in Quebec.
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