The Barbara Joan-Houseboat

The Barbara Joan | New 3BR/2BA Houseboat in Venice Marina | Ice Machine | C Dock





Welcome aboard The Barbara Joan—a new, custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom houseboat designed by fishermen, for fishermen and Venice adventurers. Located on C Dock in Venice Marina, a short ride from the pass entrance, this floating retreat is the perfect home base for your next tuna run or fishing adventure.



From the ice-cold central A/C to the spacious reclining sofas, every detail of The Barbara Joan was crafted with guests in mind. Whether you’re back for another year or booking your first trip to Louisiana’s fishing capital, you’ll feel right at home.



Sleeps up to 14:

~Bunkroom: 2 queen-over-queen bunks

~Bedroom: 1 queen-over-queen bunk

~Master Bedroom: 1 queen bed

~Total of 7 queen mattresses!! 

We designed it to have plenty of space, we upgraded the beds to have premium mattresses, and added fans to every room so you have a cool and comfortable rest after long days on the water.



Designed for the Fishing Lifestyle:

~Full-size kitchen – cook meals for the whole crew with plenty of room

~Oversized Onboard ice machine

~Upgraded-Back deck fish-cleaning station

~Grill with marina views – cook your catch as you watch boats roll in

~Comfy reclining sofas & cold A/C – unwind like a pro

~Starlink High Speed Internet

~Roku smart TV- Log in to all your streaming services



Why Guests Keep Coming Back:

The Barbara Joan isn’t just a houseboat—it’s your dockside basecamp, season after season. Whether you’re chasing yellowfin tuna, hunting inshore redfish, or just having a good time with your crew, this is Venice, La. done right, with all the comfort and style you could ask for.