Houseboats & life on the water
Living or cruising on the water, as a private client.
Lion Yachting supports the purchase of new and pre-owned houseboats and the search for inland craft for personal use.
A different way to live and operate on the water
Inland boating here covers private projects: a primary or secondary residence, a base on the water, an inland cruising boat or a distinctive personal space.
Each project must be assessed in its real context: location, access to the water, local approvals, boat characteristics, transport, utilities, operation, maintenance and total budget.
Lion Yachting acts as the project point of contact. We help the client define the requirement, select a coherent solution, coordinate the participants and organise delivery and commissioning.
New La Mare houseboats
Homes on the water configured around the project.
Lion Yachting supports clients in France interested in La Mare houseboats, which can be configured, depending on the model, for private, tourism or professional use.
Our support may include:
- analysis of the intended programme;
- selection of the appropriate model and size;
- definition of the interior layout and equipment;
- coordination with the shipyard;
- preparation and review of the commercial proposal;
- coordination of options and modifications;
- preparation of transport from the shipyard;
- organisation of delivery and unloading;
- coordination of launching, utility connections and commissioning;
- owner familiarisation and follow-up during the initial operating period.
The choice of model depends in particular on the intended use, installation site, logistical access, autonomy requirements and local constraints.
La Mare houseboat catalogue & price list
The complete La Mare range catalogue, in English, presents the available models, layouts and configurations. The 2026 price list shows net turnkey prices for the APART and MODERN ranges, excluding transport, launching and utility connections.
Available houseboats & inland boats
Inland craft currently followed by Lion Yachting. Prices and availability are confirmed for each enquiry.
Prices, statuses and availability are confirmed for each enquiry.
Pre-owned houseboats & inland craft
A selection based on the project, not only on the advertised price.
Lion Yachting can search for and present:
- pre-owned houseboats;
- recent liveaboard units;
- motor cruisers and canal boats;
- traditional boats suitable for conversion or modernisation;
- units intended for rental or tourism operation;
- opportunities available in France or other European markets.
Depending on the assignment, we can support shortlisting, viewings, survey coordination, negotiation, transport, delivery and preparation of the required works.
A pre-owned unit must be assessed according to its condition, suitability for the programme, upgrade cost, future location and operating conditions.
From the idea to commissioning
Project definition
We clarify the use, location, capacity, comfort level, timetable and target budget.
Initial feasibility
We identify the main constraints connected with the site, access, transport, utilities and intended operation.
Solution selection
We compare new models, pre-owned opportunities and possible configurations according to the client’s priorities.
Project coordination
We centralise communication with the shipyard, suppliers, transport providers and local participants.
Delivery & installation
We prepare transport, unloading, launching, utility connections and commissioning checks.
Start of use or operation
We organise familiarisation, the initial maintenance actions and, where included in the assignment, the operational preparation of the activity.
A budget that must be considered as a whole
The purchase price of the boat represents only part of the project. Depending on the situation, the budget must also consider:
- transport and handling;
- preparation of the site and access;
- pontoon or mooring;
- utility connections and technical equipment;
- adaptation works;
- insurance;
- maintenance and winterisation;
- operating expenses;
- marketing and management where the project is rental-based.
Lion Yachting helps the client establish a more complete budget view before making a commitment.
Important — feasibility & financial performance
The possibility of installing, occupying, renting or operating a floating unit depends on the location, status of the water area, applicable approvals, available infrastructure and the precise project.
Lion Yachting does not guarantee administrative approval, financing, occupancy or financial return. Economic assumptions must be based on the site, operating model, actual expenses and advice from the relevant professional specialists.
Why Lion Yachting?
- One point of contact between the client, shipyard and project participants.
- Practical knowledge of boats, management and commissioning realities.
- Access to builders and partners in France and across Europe.
- The ability to connect boat selection, logistics, site and operation.
- Support for both private projects and professional developments.
- Assistance available in French, English and Polish according to project requirements.
Let’s give your project on the water a concrete form
Are you looking for a new houseboat, a pre-owned inland boat or a solution for a tourism or professional project?
Tell us the intended location, use, number of units, timetable and target budget. We will prepare the initial options and the principal points to verify.