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The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat

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Property grounds
Marina
TV
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Venice, LA
  • Venice Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Fort Jackson
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Community Prayer Center Park
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Venice

On waterfront.At this Venice houseboat, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Venice Marina and 16 miles (25 km) of Fort Jackson. Fort Jackson Museum and Community Prayer Center Park are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Venice Marina - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Jackson Museum - 26 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Fort Jackson - 27 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Community Prayer Center Park - 29 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Prea Park - 61 min drive - 42.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Changes Restaurants LLC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Island Grill and Oyster Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cypress Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bayou Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Brother In Law Yacht - ‬13 min drive

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.

Property manager

Brittany

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

761674

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

Does The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat.

What time is check-in at The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat to downtown Venice?

This houseboat is 2.9 mi away from Venice.

The Barbara Joan-New Houseboat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay. Probably the nicest that was there. Will book again next year ! Thx again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

arthur b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Venice fishing trip

Very nice place and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steadman M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025