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A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat!

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A compact RV interior with a sofa, a television, and a small kitchen area.
A boat interior with blue and white seating, a canopy, and a view of a marina with boats and buildings.
A small, dimly lit room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, and a lamp.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A small, enclosed space with a bench and a door.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Accommodating 6 guests, this houseboat features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy lake views from the patio while engaging in nearby windsurfing, fishing, and swimming. It includes a private boat dock and access to a nearby golf course. Explore Apostle Islands Marina and Bayfield Maritime Museum for local attractions.

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bayfield, WI
  • Place, Apostle Islands Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayfield Heritage Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
    ‪8 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat!

Enjoy all that Bayfield and the Apostle Islands have to offer. While having all the comforts of home, but doing something truly different. Please note: this boat does not leave the dock.
Your yacht comes equipped with fresh linens, kitchen bathroom, tv, DVD player, and sleeps 6 people. Call it a floating cabin, sit out on your back deck and take in the beautiful view.
The B-Hap-e ( name of the boat) is located at the Blackhawk Marina in Bayfield Wisconsin.


- Please note housekeeping is not provided on stays shorter than 4 days, when you book longer, fresh towels and garbage pick up will be provided every 4th day.
- 3 day minimum stay on 4th of July weekend and Applefest
- Strick cancelation policy no refund if cancelled 60 days prior to check in.
Bookings available until October 15th only.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strike cancellation policy, no refund if cancelled less than 60 days before booking. Boat does not leave the dock.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4224379
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Map
Bayfield, WI

What's nearby

  • Apostle Islands Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bayfield Heritage Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Memorial Park Annex - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Bayfield City Dock - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pub Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Manypenny Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pier Plaza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bodin Fishery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Morty's Pub - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A vacation you won't forget, stay on a 35 foot boat! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior, Bayfield Maritime Museum and Apostle Islands Marina. Bayfield Heritage Museum and Christ Episcopal Church are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 62 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A very unique way to spend time in Bayfield. Location was excellent close to everything. Check in and check out was great and host was very accommodating. Great communication all around. Everyone we met in the marina was very friendly. Staying on a boat is a bit like staying in a camper, I enjoyed the experience, but I’m not likely to do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Applefest great location for everything. Had a blast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great town! Sharon was awesome and the boat was awesome as well. We will definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was an awesome vacation, the boat was an unique stay and loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very unique day and owner was super helpful and easy to access!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Very relaxing thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view! Great location! And plenty of space on the boat. Parking right next to the boat and the marina facilities are steps away. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a unique place to stay! Comfortable and walkable. Swimming and fishing right outside our door. Attentive oversight. We had a blast and my kids won't forget the experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow, what a view!!

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great adventure, close to everything!

B-hap-e had everything you could need for the quintessential Bayfield experience! We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 nights onboard and enjoying all the things that make boat life and small marinas so special! Our teenage kids enjoyed it too. Walkable to all everything in Bayfield, and so many friendly marina neighbors. We made so many wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing B-hap-e with us, Sharon! The kids are already asking when we can come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bayfest adventure

Staying on the boat was the best adventure. It was easy walking distance to downtown Bayfield. That weekend was Bayfest and it was so much fun. Shopping, food and music. Saturday night there was a big storm, boat rocking back and forth. Still sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New and different !

We had never stayed in such fun accommodations and were thrilled at the location as well. Our hostess was very communicative while the location might’ve been difficult it was so easy. Next time we will choose better weather ! We took 3 hour tour by boat around most of the ApostleIslands. Beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience/second year in a row!

The setting is picturesque! It is nothing short of amazing. we loved being able to wake up and retire for the evening with the elements of nature. The local marina folks are welcoming and very friendly. I look forward to planning an even longer stay in 2020. Thank you Sharon, your hospitality was beyond wonderful!! Shari
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing treat on the water!

What a great way to enjoy Bayfield and Madeline Island! Sharon, you're a genius for sharing your boat on VRBO and I am so happy I found your listing because this is the ONLY way to stay in town overnight now. I am hooked and not to mention my twin boys. They thought it was so cool and loved every second on board.Thank YOU!! Perfect amount of space, BEAUTIFUL view of the lake, kind host and neighbors. Ten Stars for Sharon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Smell musty bad !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Needs a deep clean and some repairs/updates

I get that staying on a boat is different than in a condo or hotel room, but the boat really could use a deep cleaning. There were cobwebs everywhere. There are also some basic repairs and updates that are needed to make the boat more comfortable and the features easier to use (like filing down the metal barb on the railing to the upper deck, and making it easier to open the windows for air circulation). The “couches” are incredibly uncomfortable and there’s no table that can be used to play a game of cards or eat a meal. Although the listing states there is wi-fi, there isn’t any, and this information isn’t shared until it’s too close to the reservation to change your mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The setting allowed us to have interactions with each other in a private setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a fun experience for 3 folks in their 70s. Not crazy about marine toilets but just steps away was a very clean bathroom and shower that was so accessible at the marina. It was fun catching fish off the front of the boat. The view was amazing. Coffee in the morning and bloody Mary's on the back deck in the evening were pretty great. The people at the marina were so friendly and Sharon was a good host.We laughed so much and will cherish our boat memories on the B-happy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The location to downtown was great for walking and putting in our kayaks. The view of Superior was gorgeous. It would have been good to know ahead of time that the preferred restrooms to use were the ones in the marina - they were fine, but knowing ahead of time would have been good. Sharon was very prompt in all communications and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

surprised by bathroom

It was a lovely and unique stay on the boat. My daughter loved it. It would have been prudent to mention the bathroom situation though. We had to use the Marine facilities to shower and use the toilet. It was inconvenient and if I knew this ahead of time, I probably would have booked a different Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Sleep Ever!

I LOVED the unique experience of sleeping on this boat, floating with the waves and an easy breeze and llite rain! The neighbors were all very nice and welcoming! It’s exactly what you would expect from a boat! So glad I tried it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location, Quiet.

Good Location, PropertyManager available. Only negative was the toilet (head) needs some work. Hard to pump.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Boat Life

We all enjoyed the easy relaxing time sitting on the boat in the harbor. Everything about our stay contributed to a fun and different experience. Sharon was a lovely host and excellent communicator!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this stay as a surprise for my daughter and 2 daughter-in-laws. I was the one surprised. In the bathroom, there is mold in the corner ceiling of the shower. An electric cord runs on counter behind sink with a lamp on the side of the sink, with dirty ring around it. Another electric cord runs under the low cabinet over the sink and is held up with a clip. You have to use a coffee cup to fill water in toilet. One bedroom with twin beds has an older electric heater between the beds and next to the small dresser. Looked dangerous. Main part of boat is cluttered with used candles, extension cords. The one shelf is lined with used old candles, and the shelf itself is gritty with dirt. Odds and ends of dishes and glasses. Water from the filter on kitchen sink tastes bad. Coffee, peanut butter in cupboard, butter and packs of condiments in refrigerator. must have been left by past quests. Ceilings yellow with age. The positive side, Beds were comfortable and linens were nice and clean. We felt safe in this marina. Sharon was helpful and friendly. Beautiful view of the Lake. Most unique experience to stay on a boat. However, I would never stay on this boat again, too many nice places to stay on or near the lake. A note on the refrigerator asked for a 5 star. I give it a 1 star at best. The pictures are much nicer than what is real. I did take several photos of the problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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