Monday, December 8, 2014

West Bay Marina Float-Homes

There are two locations in Greater Victoria where houseboats are moored. One is Fisherman's Wharf - a main tourist destination in James Bay. Houseboats there tend to be a bit funky and relaxed and tourists and locals are free to wander the "streets" and gawk at the romantic dwellings. The second location is West Bay Marina, pictured above. The tone here is decidedly different, much more up-market. This is NOT a tourist destination - in fact the owners protect their privacy with locked entrances to the wharves. However, it is still possible to walk around the edges and enjoy the wonderful shapes and colors of these float-homes.
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5 comments:

  1. JoJoDecember 8, 2014 at 4:49 AM

    These float homes are gorgeous. I saw them up close on the Inner Harbour Ferry tour. Much more upscale than the funky Fisherman's Wharf ones which I also love.

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  2. The Furry GnomeDecember 8, 2014 at 5:26 AM

    Always thought houseboat living would be fun.

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  3. StephanieDecember 8, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Beautiful homes. I have always wondered what it would be like to live in one.

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  4. William KendallDecember 8, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    There is a similar arrangement here along the Rideau Canal.

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  5. Stefan JanssonDecember 9, 2014 at 2:04 AM

    Sad that they need to be locked-in to feel safe, but I like the idea with houseboats.

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