Waterway Houseboats

Last reviewed: August 13, 2026. Business status: Active.

Waterway Houseboats is now operated as Sicamous Houseboats, according to the company’s current official website. For couples researching Sicamous houseboat rentals, the business offers bookable houseboat vacations from 1 Mervyn Road in Sicamous, British Columbia, with an online availability and rates checker.

The official site identifies the operation as suitable for weddings, alongside family and corporate trips. It does not set out wedding packages, ceremony services, catering, décor or event coordination, so this is best approached as a houseboat-rental option for a wedding-related stay or gathering until the company confirms the scope for a specific celebration.

Services and specialization

Sicamous Houseboats rents houseboats for trips on the Shuswap Lakes. Its official website says the company operates under new management and was formerly Waterway Houseboat Vacations, connecting the present operation to this legacy listing.

The published fleet comparison includes vessels with listed sleeping capacities from 5 to 24 guests. The company states that all houseboats include BBQs, water slides, sofa beds and rear-deck showers, while amenities such as hot tubs, air conditioning, generators, full kitchens, dishwashers and observation decks vary by boat.

The site also advertises concierge services for dockside meal and grocery delivery. Couples should ask whether that service can support their own itinerary and whether any wedding-related suppliers can board or meet the group at the marina.

Service area and who it may suit

The confirmed departure address is in Sicamous, BC. The official website describes the experience as houseboating on the Shuswap Lakes and refers to Shuswap Lake, making this a regional travel and accommodation option rather than a conventional fixed wedding venue.

It may suit couples planning a small, self-directed celebration, a pre-wedding getaway, an extended group stay or a wedding-related trip with guests who are comfortable with houseboat travel. The published boat capacities can help narrow the rental search, but sleeping capacity is not the same as a permitted wedding guest count or event capacity.

The site requires at least one captain and one co-captain who are 25 or older, hold valid driver’s licences and complete the company’s required training and orientation. Those practical requirements should be considered early when assessing whether a boat-based plan is realistic for the group.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A documented feature is the breadth of published boat configurations: the official comparison chart lists a range of capacities and onboard amenities, allowing couples to compare accommodations before contacting the company. The site also provides online booking and availability checking.

The practical limitation is that wedding services are not described in detail. Although the official homepage includes weddings among suitable uses, it does not confirm ceremonies aboard, receptions, vendor access, officiant arrangements, décor rules, alcohol service, catering or event staffing. Those details need direct confirmation.

Another planning consideration is the published return and overnight rule: boats must return to the Sicamous Houseboats dock on the final day, and the company says a houseboat must be beached by sunset each night. These operational conditions could affect a wedding-day schedule.

• Published fleet capacities range from 5 to 24 sleeping guests, depending on boat.
• All listed boats are pet friendly, subject to the company’s posted pet policy.
• Mandatory orientation and captain/co-captain requirements apply to every houseboat trip.

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published.

The official website directs visitors to check available dates and rates online, so rental cost will depend on the selected boat and travel dates. For longer stays, the site advertises 15% off the houseboat-rental subtotal for bookings of seven nights or more.

Some charges and payment terms are published. A security deposit equal to the first night’s sailing cost plus taxes is required to hold a reservation; a refundable damage deposit is listed as $5,000 for boats 65 feet and smaller and $7,500 for boats 66 feet and longer. Fuel and propane are charged after the trip based on actual use, and the site lists a one-time $50 pet fee. Ask for a written quote specific to the proposed wedding-related use before booking.

Contact and booking

Sicamous Houseboats lists online booking, an availability and rates checker, telephone contact and email contact. The official site gives the address as 1 Mervyn Road, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0, telephone 250-836-2505 and email boating@sicamoushouseboats.com.

The business says a valid credit card is required to complete an online booking, although it also describes an e-transfer option arranged after the booking form is submitted. Full payment is due at least 30 days before the trip; bookings made within 30 days require full payment at booking.

The published minimum trip duration is three nights. The company says boarding is between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on the first day, with return to the dock between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. on the final day; no departures are scheduled on Wednesdays.

What couples should confirm

Before treating a rental as a wedding setting, confirm in writing whether the company will accept the intended event type and the number of people who will be aboard at any one time. Clarify whether the plan is a private rental, a ceremony, a reception or simply group accommodation; the official site does not distinguish among those uses.

Ask which boat is appropriate for the group, whether the advertised sleeping layout matches the guest plan, and whether non-sailing visitors or suppliers can access the dock. Confirm all food, alcohol, music, décor, waste-disposal, safety and weather-contingency requirements directly with the company.

Also request a complete estimate showing rental cost, taxes, deposits, fuel and propane billing, optional services, cancellation consequences and any charges connected to the proposed celebration. The company’s published cancellation policy states that payments are forfeited for cancellations within 30 days of the trip start date.

Legacy name and current identity

This existing CWG page uses the title Waterway Houseboats. The official Sicamous Houseboats website states that it was formerly Waterway Houseboat Vacations and is now under new management. The matching former Waterway name, houseboat service, Sicamous address and telephone number support updating the listing to the current official identity.

For accuracy, this profile uses the current name Sicamous Houseboats for present-day services and contact details. It does not assume that unverified claims from the earlier Waterway listing—such as wedding planning, gourmet catering or a particular event format—remain available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Waterway Houseboats called now?

The official website states that the operation is now called Sicamous Houseboats and was formerly Waterway Houseboat Vacations.

Does Sicamous Houseboats offer weddings?

Its official website says the operation is suitable for weddings, but it does not publish wedding packages or define ceremony and reception services. Confirm the proposed wedding use directly with the company.

How many people can stay on a Sicamous Houseboats rental?

The official fleet comparison lists sleeping capacities from 5 to 24 guests, depending on the boat. Confirm the appropriate boat and any event-related guest limits with the company.

Are rates published for Sicamous Houseboats?

Current pricing is not explicitly published. The company directs visitors to its availability and rates checker; costs depend on dates and the selected boat.

What are the captain requirements for a houseboat trip?

The company requires at least one captain and one co-captain, both at least 25 years old with valid driver’s licences, to complete its training and orientation requirements.

Sources checked

• Sicamous Houseboats – Houseboating on the Shuswap – Shuswap Houseboats
• Our Houseboats – Sicamous Houseboats
• Your Houseboat Vacation – Sicamous Houseboats

Address: 1 Mervyn Road, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0

Phone: 250-836-2505

Website: https://www.sicamoushouseboats.com/