The Nomad Houseboats
The Nomad houseboat is a very quaint name for a houseboat manufacturer. A nomad is generally referred to someone who doesn’t have a permanent place of residence, the moves from area to area. All houseboat lovers are in essence nomads, journeying from one area to another. The name fits the houseboat perfectly, as what better way to travel in a houseboat then one built for comfort and reliability.
Nomad Houseboat Standard Features
The Nomad Houseboat, while small, is packed with a wide variety of features that most houseboat lovers consider a must on their boat. They really tried to bring as much features in while still keeping the boat affordable and low cost to maintain. A standard nomad houseboat can roughly go for $79000 per boat, depending on where you buy it from.
- 90 hp Honda 4-cycle outboard motor
- 3.0 KW Generator (Honda Model EU3000IE)
- Microwave
- Air Conditioner with heat strip
- 39 Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 39 Gallon Black Water Tank with Pump-Out Deck Fitting
- 50 Gallon Fuel Tank
- Refrigerator – 4 Cubic Ft / 120 Volt / Propane / 12 Volt
- Water Heater – 6 Gallon / Propane
- Shower with Macerator Toilet**
- 2 Deep Cycle batteries for 12 Volt System – Includes 3-way Switch
- Wiring & Antenna cable for TV & phone, with outside connectors
The Nomad Retractable Houseboat
The Nomad Retractable Houseboat is one of the most popular houseboats in their fleet. It is simple to see it is this popular. While many people cannot afford very expensive, bigger houseboats, the nomad retractable makes an affordable solution for the average consumer. The basic specifications of the Nomad retractable houseboat is as follows:
| Hull LOA (Including Engine Bracket) | 26′ ft. – 6″ in. | |
| Beam | 8′ ft. – 6″ in. | |
| Draft (In light condition) | 12″ ft. | |
| Approximate Weight | 4800 lbs. | |
| Maximum Horsepower | 150 hp. | |
| Approx. Trailer Weight | 1700 lbs. |
Nomad Houseboats even more affordable
It is difficult to get a boat loan for a houseboat or paying off a houseboat completely in one segment. One of the ways that Nomad Houseboats are trying to make life easier for their customers is by organizing financing for qualified buyers in the United States. While you would be expecting the rates to be higher then most, they are very competitive. Once you put through your application with the manufacturer, you’ll usually get an answer out of them in roughly about forty-eight hours.
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