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Description
The Apart M houseboat for sale is a compact floating home built on twin catamaran hulls. It sleeps four, has a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom, and adds a roof terrace for relaxing above the water. A 25 hp outboard lets you move it between moorings, so you are never stuck with the same view. It is new, built to order, and we quote delivery worldwide.
The Apart M is designed for experienced boaters and for people who simply want a calm, comfortable life on the water. Use it as a weekend retreat, a holiday rental, a guest house at the end of your garden or a small year round home. This page covers the specifications, the layout, how it handles, where you can use it, mooring and permits, running costs, ordering and delivery.
Apart M houseboat for sale: Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Apart M |
| Type | Motorized houseboat on twin catamaran hulls |
| Condition | New, built to order |
| Overall length | 8.40 m (about 27 ft 7 in) |
| Maximum width | 3.60 m (about 11 ft 10 in) |
| House dimensions | 5.50 m x 3.40 m |
| Berths | 4 |
| Interior | Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom |
| Outdoor space | Roof terrace |
| Engine | 25 hp outboard |
| Design category | D (sheltered waters) |
| Roof guarantee | 20 years |
| Price | $69,900 |
Finishes, fittings and some equipment can be chosen when you order, so the final specification is confirmed in your quote.
A Small Home That Lives Big
At 8.40 m long and 3.60 m wide, the Apart M is one of the more compact models in the Apart range. That size is a strength. It fits in more marina berths than larger houseboats, it is easier to handle under power, and it costs less to moor, insure and maintain.
Inside the 5.50 x 3.40 m house you get everything a holiday flat offers. There is a proper kitchen for cooking real meals, a bathroom with a full toilet, and sleeping space for four. The builder fits the best quality kitchen and bathroom and lets you choose your favourite finish, so the Apart M feels like a home rather than a camper.
Climb the steps to the roof terrace and you gain a second living room. It is the place for morning coffee, sunbathing, evening drinks and watching the sun go down over the water. On a compact boat, that extra outdoor space makes a big difference.
Built on Twin Catamaran Hulls
The Apart M sits on two hulls rather than one. A catamaran base spreads the weight of the house across a wide footprint, which keeps the deck level and the boat steady when people move around inside or step aboard from the dock. It also keeps the draft shallow, so you can reach quiet backwaters and moor close to the shore.
The producer uses long lasting materials throughout and backs the roof with a 20 year guarantee. That matters on any floating home, because the roof takes the full force of sun, rain and frost year after year.
Moving Your Home With a 25 hp Outboard
Many floating homes never leave their mooring. The Apart M is different. Its 25 hp outboard gives it real mobility, so you can cruise a lake, change marinas for the season or head up a river for a week. Steering from the helm is simple, and the twin hulls track straight at the gentle speeds houseboats use.
A 25 hp four stroke is quiet, economical and widely serviced. If you would like to supply or upgrade the motor yourself, browse our Suzuki 25 HP outboards, Mercury 25 HP outboards or Honda 25 HP outboards. For lakes that restrict combustion engines, ask us about an electric drive from our Torqeedo electric motors range.
Who Buys the Apart M houseboat for sale
Weekend and holiday owners
Swap the cottage for a home that floats. Arrive on Friday, cast off, and spend the weekend on a quiet lake or river with no neighbours on the other side of the wall.
Holiday rental businesses
Floating stays are popular with travellers looking for something different. A compact, well finished unit like the Apart M can be rented out by the night or week through a marina or your own booking site while you are not using it.
Garden and waterfront property owners
If you own a lakeside or riverside property, the Apart M makes a charming guest house or studio moored at your own jetty.
People downsizing
For some owners the Apart M becomes a small full time home. It suits people who want to simplify, live with less, and spend more time outdoors.
Experienced boaters
Sailors and motor boaters who want more comfort than a cabin cruiser offers, but not the size of a large houseboat, find the Apart M a natural step.
Where You Can Use It: Design Category D
The Apart M is built to design category D. Under the European Recreational Craft rules, category D boats are intended for sheltered waters such as small lakes, rivers and canals, in conditions up to wind force 4 on the Beaufort scale and significant wave heights up to about 0.3 m, with occasional waves up to 0.5 m.
In practice that means calm lakes, slow rivers, canals, protected marinas and sheltered harbour basins. It is not a coastal cruiser. Always check the forecast and stay in protected water.
Mooring, Permits and Rules
Rules for houseboats vary a lot between countries, regions and even individual lakes. Before your Apart M arrives, check:
- Whether you need a berth at a marina or can moor at your own property.
- Whether the boat must be registered and what licence, if any, is needed to drive it.
- Whether you are allowed to live aboard full time or only use it for holidays.
- Rules on grey and black water, and whether a pump out station is nearby.
- Shore power and water connections at your berth.
- Insurance requirements for a floating home or a rental unit.
Your local waterways authority, marina office or harbour master is the best first call. We are happy to supply the documents and specifications they ask for.
Living Aboard Day to Day
Life on the Apart M is simple in the best way. Mornings start with coffee on the roof terrace and the sound of water against the hulls. Meals are cooked in a real kitchen rather than on a camping stove. The bathroom means no trips to the marina toilets. In the evening, four people can share a meal inside or take it up to the terrace.
Storage needs a little planning on any compact home. Soft bags pack away more easily than suitcases. Choose multi use furniture. Keep a small dock box at your berth for tools, fenders and outdoor gear.
Running Costs to Plan For
- Mooring fees, which vary hugely by location and season.
- Insurance for the boat, contents and liability.
- Utilities such as shore power, water and pump out.
- Fuel for the 25 hp outboard, which is modest at houseboat speeds.
- Maintenance including outboard servicing, hull cleaning and exterior care.
- Winter care in cold climates, such as frost protection for water systems.
Compared with a waterfront cottage, the Apart M avoids many property costs and can earn rental income in the months you are not aboard.
Choosing Your Apart M houseboat for sale Finish
The Apart M is supplied with a high quality kitchen and bathroom, and you can choose the finish that suits your taste. Some buyers want a bright, Scandinavian feel with pale woods and white surfaces. Others prefer darker, warmer tones for a cosy cabin atmosphere. Tell us how you plan to use the boat, whether as a holiday home, a rental or a full time home, and we will pass your preferences to the builder with your quote.
A Week Aboard the Apart M houseboat for sale
Picture a week in early summer. On Saturday you load groceries, bedding and a couple of soft bags onto the boat at the marina. You start the 25 hp outboard, ease out of the berth and head up the lake at an unhurried pace. By lunchtime you are tied up in a quiet bay with nobody else in sight.
The days fall into an easy rhythm. Coffee on the roof terrace while mist lifts off the water. A swim before breakfast. A slow cruise to a lakeside village for fresh bread and an ice cream. Fishing from the back deck in the afternoon. Dinner cooked in the galley and eaten on the terrace as the light fades. Four people have room to sleep, so friends or family can share the week with you.
On Friday you motor back to the marina, plug into shore power, top up the water and hand the keys to a holiday renter for the following week. That is the kind of flexible ownership the Apart M houseboat for sale makes possible.
Earning From Holiday Rentals
Many buyers offset ownership costs by renting the boat out when they are not aboard. A floating stay is a memorable experience, and compact, well finished houseboats are popular with couples and small families. If you plan to rent:
- Check that your marina or mooring allows commercial rentals and whether a permit is needed.
- Arrange insurance that covers paying guests and liability.
- Decide whether guests may move the boat or whether it stays moored. Some regions allow licence free houseboat hire after a short briefing, while others require a qualification.
- Provide a clear welcome guide covering shore power, water, the bathroom, safety gear and emergency contacts.
- Set up cleaning and laundry between guests, ideally with a local helper.
- List on holiday rental platforms with plenty of photos of the roof terrace and the view.
Rental income depends heavily on location, season and how actively you market the boat, so research local demand before you buy.
Power, Water and Comfort
Like most floating homes, the Apart M is typically connected to shore power and fresh water at its berth, with waste handled by onboard tanks and pump out or a marina connection. Your exact systems are confirmed in your quote. When you speak with us, ask about options such as heating for cooler months, air conditioning for hot climates, solar panels for time away from the dock, and larger water tanks for longer cruises. Choosing the right package at the build stage is far easier than retrofitting later.
Houseboat, Cabin Cruiser or Waterfront Cottage?
Cabin cruiser. A cruiser is faster and can travel further, but the cabin is usually cramped, with low headroom and a small galley. The Apart M gives you a real house with standing room, a proper kitchen and a full bathroom, at the cost of speed.
Waterfront cottage. A cottage on the shore costs far more in prime lakeside locations, carries property taxes, and never moves. The Apart M gives you the same view, often a better one, and lets you change it whenever you like.
Larger houseboat. Bigger units offer more bedrooms and living space but need bigger berths, more power and higher running costs. For two to four people, the Apart M houseboat for sale is a sensible middle ground.
Questions to Ask Your Marina
- Do you have a berth that fits an 8.40 x 3.60 m catamaran houseboat?
- Is shore power available, and what plug and amperage?
- Is fresh water available at the berth?
- Where is the nearest pump out station?
- Are live aboard stays or holiday rentals allowed?
- Can the boat be craned in on delivery, and what does that cost?
- Is winter storage available on land or in the water?
Using the Apart M Through the Seasons
In spring, check the hulls, mooring lines and outboard, and give the exterior and roof terrace a good clean. Summer is peak time for cruising, swimming and rentals. Autumn often brings the calmest, quietest days on lakes and rivers, perfect for a few last trips. In cold climates, plan winter care with your marina: protecting water systems from frost, ventilating the cabin to avoid damp, and deciding whether the boat stays afloat or comes ashore.
Apart M houseboat for sale vs Other Houseboats
| Model | Length x width | Engine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apart M | 8.40 x 3.60 m | 25 hp | $69,900 |
| Floating house | 7 to 12 x 3.00 m | 25 hp or electric | $41,000 |
| Apart XS | On request | On request | $78,888 |
| Apart XL | 12.00 x 5.00 m | 2 x 50 hp | $127,900 |
| Barge house | 15.00 x 5.05 m | 2 x 50 hp | $159,900 |
Choose the Apart M if you want a complete, mobile home for up to four people in a size that is easy to moor and run. Step up to the Apart XL or barge house if you need more space for a family, guests or a business.
Insuring a Floating Home
Insurance for a houseboat sits somewhere between boat insurance and home insurance. When you get quotes for the Apart M houseboat for sale, ask the insurer to cover the hull and structure, the outboard, the contents inside the house, third party liability, and, if you plan to rent, paying guests. Tell them where the boat will be moored and whether it will cruise or stay put. A specialist marine insurer usually understands houseboats better than a general home insurer.
Delivery and Launch Day
Launch day is exciting, and a little planning keeps it smooth. Confirm with your marina that a crane or slipway of the right capacity is booked. Make sure the access road can take the delivery truck. Have mooring lines, fenders and the shore power cable ready at the berth. Once the boat is in the water, check the outboard, test the systems, and take a short trial run in calm water before your first night aboard. We will share the builder’s handover notes so you know how every system works.
More Questions Buyers Ask
How fast does the Apart M go?
Houseboats cruise gently. Expect relaxed displacement speeds rather than planing speed, and check local speed limits on your waterway.
Do I need a licence to drive it?
It depends on where you are. Some regions allow houseboats to be driven without a licence after a short briefing, while others require a qualification. Check with your local waterways authority.
Can the roof terrace hold furniture?
Yes, it is designed as an outdoor living space. Use light outdoor furniture and secure it in wind.
How long does the build take?
Build time depends on the specification and the builder’s schedule. We confirm an estimate with your quote.
Is the roof covered by a guarantee?
Yes, the producer gives a 20 year roof guarantee.
How Ordering Works
- Talk to us. Tell us how you plan to use the boat, where it will be moored and any finishes you prefer.
- Get your quote. We confirm the specification, price and estimated build time.
- Build. Your Apart M is built to order.
- Delivery. We arrange transport to your nearest port or agreed delivery point.
- Launch. Your local marina or crane company lifts the boat into the water.
Worldwide Delivery
We sell the Apart M houseboat for sale to buyers around the world. Delivery is quoted for each order based on your country, the nearest port and how the boat will be transported and launched. Tell us your location and we will prepare a freight quote with your boat quote.
Please read our terms and conditions and refund and return policy, and see what other buyers say on our reviews page.
Caring for Your Apart M houseboat for sale
- Inspect the hulls and mooring lines regularly.
- Clean the hulls at the waterline to keep growth down.
- Service the outboard to the maker’s schedule.
- Wash the exterior and roof terrace to keep finishes looking new.
- Ventilate the cabin to prevent condensation.
- In cold climates, drain or protect water lines before frost.
- Check fenders and cleats before storms.
Safety on the Water
Keep life jackets for everyone aboard, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, a horn and navigation lights. Fit smoke and carbon monoxide alarms inside. Stay within design category D conditions, and learn the local waterway rules before you cast off. For general guidance on recreational craft categories, see the Recreational Craft Directive overview.
Buy the Apart M houseboat for sale From Us
NJ Marines Outboard Engines is based in Fresno, California, and supplies boats, houseboats and outboards to buyers worldwide. Call or WhatsApp +1 209 690 5983, learn more on our about page, or message us through the contact page.
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FAQ: Apart M houseboat for sale
How many people does the Apart M sleep?
Four.
Does the Apart M houseboat for sale have an engine?
Yes. It is fitted with a 25 hp outboard so you can move between moorings.
Where can I use it?
It is design category D, for sheltered lakes, rivers, canals and harbours.
Can I live aboard full time?
The boat is suitable, but live aboard rules depend on your country and mooring. Check locally.
Can I choose the interior finish?
Yes. Tell us your preferences and they will be included in your quote.
Do you deliver the Apart M houseboat for sale worldwide?
Yes. We quote delivery to your nearest port or agreed point.
Final Word
The Apart M houseboat for sale packs a real kitchen, a bathroom, four berths and a roof terrace into a mobile, easy to moor floating home. Contact us today for your quote.
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