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Shasta Lake is one of Northern California’s greatest treasures. Nothing compares to a day spent on this beautiful lake. However, most people aren’t aware that Shasta is considered to be one of the top houseboating lakes in the nation. If you’re looking for a truly unique experience, then you’ll definitely want to take advantage of these wonderful houseboat rentals at one of the most beautiful lakes in the state!

Shasta Lake is a dream. This 30,000-acre reservoir is the largest in all of California, so it makes sense that it is recognized as one of the top houseboating destinations in the country.
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There's no better way to experience the beauty of Shasta and the surrounding Shasta-Trinity National Forest than by renting one of these glorious houseboats. Can you imagine actually staying in one of these beauties?
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Luckily, there are plenty of opportunities for houseboat rentals. One of the most popular is Holiday Harbor. They offer both houseboat and RV campsite rentals around the lake.
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Holiday Harbor is located on Shasta Lake's gorgeous McCloud Arm. They offer a variety of houseboat rentals that vary in shape and size. Some of the boats even come with slides—perfect for plunging into the water from!
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All of their boats are decked out with all of the amenities you'll need. They are equipped with a full kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, and more. All of the boats feature decks that are perfect for casting a line from or just kicking back with a drink.
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The view doesn't get much better than this! Shasta Lake is surrounded by gorgeous mountains and forestry. You can't help but feel a million miles away from it all, but you still have access to all the comforts of home in your houseboat.
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When you rent from Holiday Harbor, you also have access to a variety of marina services and their "toybox rentals" to keep you entertained on the lake. Their toys include ski boats, fishing boats, paddleboards, and more.
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If you get hungry while on the lake, stop by The Harbor Cafe which overlooks the marina. By the end of your stay here at Shasta, you'll be wishing you could live here permanently!
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For more information about their houseboat rentals, you can visit Holiday Harbor's official website here.

Don’t these houseboats look absolutely magnificent? There are all sorts of boating adventures to be had in our state. Have you seen this awesome floating boat hotel in Northern California?

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