Blackwood River Houseboats are a rare chance to access pristine waterways encircled by national parks, two rivers, two oceans and private property.

You can skipper your hire and drive houseboat experience. Float along quiet waterways, enjoy amazing birdlife and bush walks, barbeque, swim and relax on the decks and explore with your dinghy.

Board your houseboat at Westbay Augusta, a private marina with secure parking. This locally named Augusta’s “Kings Park” is a biodiversity hot-spot in its own right, teaming with unique orchids, wildflowers, bird life, resident dolphin pods with great river fishing, local history and fresh, tannin-tinged waters.

Blackwood River Houseboats is Eco-certified for your peace of mind and was designed around the environment from the outset. The swing moorings protect the riverbed; clean energy with solar powered off-grid Base with harvested rainwater and self-contained vessels, low emission outboards.

The fleet has three houseboats, ideal for families and groups, with varying layouts. The carefully hand-chosen mooring locations, perfectly showcase the Blackwood River. There are several moorings positioned for either two or three vessels. The houseboats are available all year round with swimming platforms for summer and cabin heating for winter.

The Induction on arrival covers all aspects of the boat and the hire with non-drive options are available on request.

Facilities

24 Hour Reception Barbeque Boat Ramp Family Friendly Non Smoking Outdoor Dining Area Outdoor Furniture Radio/Stereo Restaurant Secure Parking

Internet Access

Broadband Internet Access

Disabled Assistance

Disabled access available

Membership

Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation

Accreditation

Australian Tourism Accreditation ECO Certified (Nature Tourism) by Ecotourism Australia

Services

Houseboat Storm

A 6-berth houseboat with sleeping cabins, large top, front and rear decks. Fully self-contained with dinghy, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and linen. River views from every window on a stunning secluded river.

Houseboat Allira

A 6-berth houseboat with three sleeping cabins, a large top, and front and rear decks. Fully self-contained with dinghy, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and linen. River views from every window on a stunning secluded river.

24 Hour Reception Barbecue Blankets Broadband Internet Access Dining Area Full Kitchen Heating Kettle Kitchenware Linen supplied Lounge/Dining Area Microwave Outdoor Dining Area Outdoor Furniture Oven Radio/Stereo Refrigerator Shower Stove Top Wi-Fi Internet Access

Rates

From AU$1489.00

$1489 is for a three-night ,mid-week stay on river in a four-berth houseboat.
Prices are dependent on vessel berths and size.
Normal and peak seasons only with packages available.
See website for rates, dates, terms and conditions.