Ever wanted to just float away and start over?
Yeah… same here.
This isn’t your average house tour. It’s a boat shed turned floating dream home.
The owner spent 15 years turning this thing from scrap into soul, and man… you can feel it in every corner.
We’re talkin’ open-concept kitchen, lofted bed, custom floating vanity (yep, floating on a float), and that kind of cozy that punches you right in the feels.
It’s moored at a marina with a yearly contract–nothing too fancy, just enough structure to keep you grounded… while you float.
She’s moving on. Her story’s shifting. Which means this magical little red float house? It’s up for grabs.
Wanna see inside?
Video and pictures from Exploring Alternatives
Takeaways
- The Red Float House started as a boat shed that was converted into a home 15 years ago, offering a unique living experience on the water.
- The house was purchased as a boat shed, with the previous owner already starting the process of conversion.
- The concept of float homes was new to the homeowner, who had prior experience living on sailboats and wanted to combine home amenities with the experience of living on water.
- The house is supported by PVC foam floats and heavy-duty air-filled barrels, with the ability to adjust the air in the barrels for house leveling.
- The exterior of the house was upgraded from tin to red metal, giving it a distinctive look.
- Renovations inside included adding more light, replacing floors, and installing a loft and bathroom to create a cozy and functional space.
- The house is about 22×40 ft, with a peak ceiling of 15 ft, and features a ramp connecting it to the marina.
- Inside, the house has a unique round wall, French doors with ocean views, and a cozy, open-concept living space.
- The kitchen is designed to be minimalist with lots of storage, an island that serves as a gathering and cooking area, and wood block countertops.
- The bathroom is one of the most cherished areas, featuring a large bathtub, floating vanity, and an open-concept shower, with all surfaces designed to handle moisture.
- The living room provides a beautiful ocean view, with cozy seating by a wood stove and plenty of storage space hidden behind a mirror door.
- Upstairs, there’s a loft area with a queen-sized bed and a second bedroom, both offering functional and cozy spaces for relaxation and storage.
- The house is well-insulated, dry, and damp-free, despite being on the water, thanks to the combination of Marine insulation and a wood stove for heating.
- The float home operates on a yearly marina contract, providing a unique living arrangement on the water for 15 years, with the homeowner now looking forward to new opportunities.
Questions and Answers:
Q: What was the Red Float House originally used for?
A: Straight up–it was a boat shed. Nothing fancy. Just a bare-bones structure floating around, until someone looked at it and thought: yeah, I could live in that.
Q: How long did she actually live in it?
A: 15 years. That’s not a weekend project or a phase. That’s commitment. She lived in it until 2019, made it home, and poured heart and hustle into every inch.
Q: So… why buy a boat shed to live in?
A: She saw the magic. The vibe. A home on the water? With all the comforts of land life? She saw what it could be, not what it was. That’s vision most people don’t have.
Q: Wait–how did she keep the thing afloat?
A: PVC foam floats + heavy-duty plastic barrels filled with air. DIY engineering at its finest. She didn’t just make it float–she made it level, stable, solid. This thing isn’t sinking anytime soon.
Q: What makes the outside of the house pop?
A: That bold red metal siding. Swapped out the crusty old tin for something cool. Now it stands out like a floating firetruck with good taste.
Q: How does she get all that light inside?
A: Smart design. Lots of white to bounce the light around, and big French doors that blast open to the ocean. Natural light + ocean view = chef’s kiss.
Q: What’s special about the kitchen?
A: Open-concept flow. Big island for cooking, talking, and vibing. Woodblock counters, hidden stove, storage for days. It’s small, but it works big.
Q: What’s up with the bathroom?
A: Floating vanity, full-sized tub, open shower. Everything’s water-resistant. It feels roomy without being roomy. Clean, clever, and low-key luxurious.
Q: How do you warm in the winter?
A: Baseboard heaters do the job–but that wood stove? That’s the MVP. Dry heat. Cozy as can be. Built for those deep freeze nights when even your breath gets cold.
Q: What kind of insulation are we talkin’ here?
A: Marine-grade. Thin, light, and made to handle the float life. No soggy drywall here–just smart materials that make sense when you’re living on water.
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