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Dream Boatel... A magnificent Houseboat !  -  Mannum, South Australia, Australia
Bedrooms: 5   Berth: 10   Length: 65 FT
From: AU$180 (p.p/min 4 min 5 days)

"Dream Boatel" is without question one of the most luxurious & interesting houseboats / vessels available for hire on any Australian waterway.
The dreamchild of Adelaide architects... every aspect of a fabulous holiday on water has been thought out... Add to this the history & beauty of the Murray River and you have superb relaxation for 2 persons up to a family or group of 10... & quite perfect for your honeymoon... or don`t overlook the idea of a Company business seminar.
Simply arrive at Adelaide airport (We can assist with airfares etc if you wish) and for $180 p.p. (min 4 adults / min 5 days hire) we`ll whisk you off to Mannum on the Murray River for the experience of a lifetime... RENTAL... $180 Per person (twin-share) / Per day (minimum booking is 4 persons/5 days. Bookings for shorter periods / less persons on application.
THUS! You have one of the world`s best houseboats on one of the world`s most historic & beautiful rivers.
TRULY! A holiday and experience of a lifetime!

"Dream Boatel"... more akin to a luxury hotel than a houseboat!

"Dream Boatel" has been created to ensure you gain maximum relaxation and enjoyment from your time on board.

Designed by architects who specialise in high-quality hotel design, the Boatel evolved from many years experience holidaying on houseboats.

The Boatel is a total re-think of boat design. From the first glance this is obvious, with its sleek, aerodynamic look a design that ensures maximum enjoyment, luxury and maximum views of the beautiful Murray scenery.
To fully capitalise on the abundant natural beauty of the river, the Boatel makes maximum use of outdoor viewing, dining, and just relaxing areas. From the kitchen, there is a carpeted aft deck with lounges and gourmet BBQ, which leads down to the swimming and fishing deck, and... the fish do bite!
The theme of boutique living extends to dining. Situated in the Sky Lounge, quality and comfortable dining setting for up to 12 people is situated just in front of a panoramic window setting.


A holiday experience with real ambiance!

And now, you can have an unmatched experience on the Murray River on Australias first Boatela unique, luxury watercraft that totally redefines a river houseboat holiday.

Unlike anything youve ever experienced, the Boatel is two full levels of living area. It weighs in at just 45 tonnes, some 15 to 20 tonnes less than two storey houseboats. This has a dramatically positive effect on the ease of handling and maneouvrability.

Even more important... the architectural design of "Dream Boatel" is meant to encompass both the concept of a holiday on water together with a degree of furnished ambiance which will suite every palate.


You want sophistication? You want comfort? You want true relaxation?... Here it is!

The Boatel has been designed to optimise daytime living, with upstairs being a lounge area for twelve, a dining table for twelve and an incredibly functional kitchen, which in a masterstroke of design, can easily have ten working around it.

The Kitchen, often the heart of the days beginning and end, is in itself a work of art. All appliances are of the highest quality and chosen for their ease of operation. The cooking capability and enjoyment is enhanced by a chefs BBQ on the aft deck, which is directly accessed from the kitchen and dining areas.


Sit at the Control Centre... and command your world!

Come nightfall, the Boatel assumes its alter ego. With a touch of a button on the Command Centre, the lighting fades away whilst the blinds quietly descend.

Should you wish, at another touch a large screen rolls down and the surround sound speakers come to life to transform the Skylounge into an enviable personal cinema. Before retiring to the nestled comfort of our exclusive River Dream beds, the Skylounge affords a truly stunning view of the heavens a fitting way to end a heavenly day.


Indoor or outdoor... it`s your choice!

The unique combination of pure luxury on the river creates a truly unique escape.

To fully capitalise on the abundant natural beauty of the river, the Boatel makes maximum use of outdoor viewing, dining, and just relaxing areas. From the kitchen, there is a carpeted aft deck with lounges and gourmet BBQ, which leads down to the swimming and fishing deck, and the fish do bite!


Dining at the Ritz!

The theme of boutique living extends to dining. Situated in the Sky Lounge, quality and comfortable dining setting for up to 12 people is situated just in front of a panoramic window setting.

With a state-of-the-art surround sound system for both music and the DVD/Video cinema, an evenings entertainment is all at hand.

And after dinner, recline in the comfort of our intimate lounge setting.


Sunset... or Romance?

Sunsets are special eventsand none more so than from the aft deck of the Boatel. The perfect place for the transition from the day to night... from fun to more fun... from relaxation to fine dining, fine friends, fine setting.


Imagine! Five King-size bedrooms to choose from

The Boatel has five bedrooms each with an exclusive sumptuous king size bed, glass door to the deck, separate walk-in robe and each with a super luxury bathroom comprising full size shower, architectural basin, full length mirrors and electric toilet. Ample king size towels (along with somewhere to hang them) are provided. We have spent a lot of time selecting the beds... and were pleased we did. They are specially made, large and pure luxury. These beds are the equivalent to those found in the finest hotels. One nights sleep will tell the tale.