Houseboats for sale – Le Boat Ownership Program
Turn your vacations into a profitable investment!
In a few words …
With our Ownership Program, you can enjoy free boating vacations across Canada and Europe while earning rental income. The process is simple: we handle the rentals, and you receive exclusive benefits tailored to make boat ownership hassle-free. Join the Le Boat Owners Club and embark on a rewarding, carefree ownership experience.
Here’s how it works…
5-Year Program
Our standard contracts last 5 seasons, ensuring an up-to-date fleet and optimal profitability.
Guaranteed Fixed Rental Income
Receive an annual income of 8% (paid over 12 months), whether your boat is rented or not.
14 weeks of free boating vacations
Take advantage of 14 weeks a year to cruise, either aboard your own boat or an equivalent in our fleet (6 weeks in Canada & 8 weeks in Europe).
Explore all our destinations
With privileged access, explore 9 countries and 32 departure bases.
Free upkeep and mooring
All mooring, maintenance and insurance costs are covered.
Fixed and guaranteed buyback
At the end of the program, we’ll buy back your boat at 70% of the purchase price (excl. tax). You may also extend your contract or keep your boat!
Our boats for sales
NEW:The Liberty
Become the proud owner of this NEW model from our Premier range, available for purchase only in Europe now. Its sleek and contemporary design, inspired by luxury yachts, is ideal for those who appreciate comfort and style—all at an affordable price.
DISCOVER THE LIBERTYThe Horizon fleet
The Horizon fleet offers the best in comfort, modernity, and maneuverability. Over 120 owners have adopted and loved it! With options from 2 to 5 cabins, choose the model that best suits your crew.
DISCOVER THE HORIZON FLEETWhat our current owners say…
Join the club of 150 Le Boat owners, just like them!
Francis and Thérèse Jover
Horizon 1 Owners
We decided to go with Le Boat’s Ownership progra because it allows us to explore many different waterways while simplifying eliminating costs and expenses.
Ute and Marc Wendler
Horizon 2 Owners
It’s a hassle-free formula that allows all boating lovers to enjoy aboat ownership without stress.
What our experts say…
Dean and Fred, our boat sales specialists, explain the advantages of our Ownership Program.
Meet us at upcoming events !
Visit us at trade fairs and open days and meet our experts in person.
Or you can make an appointment at our bases in Canada, in Peterborough, or Smiths Falls, Ontario or one of our base in France by contacting us by email: ownership@leboat.com
- Fluvestre Boat Show – September 26–28, 2025 – Saverne (67), France
- Smiths Falls Open House – October 4, 2025 – Smith Falls, Ontario, Canada
- Paris Nautic Show – November 26–30, 2025 – Paris, France
Want to enjoy life on board even more?
Explore our selection of brokerage boats available for sale outside the Ownership Program, from our own fleet or carefully chosen from well-maintained models from private owners.
Your adventure starts here.
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Boat Sales FAQs
Le Boat’s Ownership Program is designed for boating lovers who want to cruise more often. It lets you enjoy several weeks on board every year for eight years, while offering better value than frequent chartering.
You can pay in full if you wish, but most Le Boat Owners spread the cost using financing via reliable third-party providers. Typically, a minimum 20% financial contribution of the purchase price is required.
Le Boat’s Ownership Program gives you a specific boat in a chosen cruising ground.
- You select your boat from our available list and can cruise on it anytime during the season (subject to availability).
- As an owner, you can access other boats across all Le Boat destinations.
- At no extra cost, you can choose a boat of the same or similar model within the same or lower price range.
- Upgrades are available by paying the difference between your own boat’s charter price and the upgraded model.
Le Boat uses a points-based system to manage usage:
- Each owner receives 42 points per year, deducted per booking depending on season and duration (e.g., high-season week ≈ 14 points).
- An extra 42 points are allocated for last-minute bookings.
- Boats in Canada require more points than other regions.
- Boat owners may access our Italy franchise base for a 25% contribution of the charter price.
- Typical owners take 8 weeks on board annually, with up to 12 weeks possible.
Le Boat’s Ownership Program lasts 8 years (ending in October). At the end, you can:
- Keep your boat.
- Sell it back to Le Boat at a guaranteed 50–60% of the original price (depending on the model).
- Sell your boat privately with our brokerage support.
- Extend your ownership contract.
Yes. With Le Boat’s Ownership Program, you receive a monthly income of 8% p.a. of your boat’s purchase price, guaranteed and contracted, regardless of charter activity. This applies year-round, including winter.
Yes. Your investment is backed by Le Boat’s financial strength as part of Travelopia, a specialist travel group with over 50 independently operated brands and more than 55 years of experience in boat charter.