From Northlake and Eastlake to South Lake Union and Westlake, the charming and electric array of houseboats that dot Lake Union in Seattle have long held an iconic spot in the city’s highlight reels. Now, Polish-based boat builder La Mare is hoping to take a starring role in this scene with their set of modern and sleekly designed houseboats that can be found at Marine Servicenter.
Take the Modern 11 model that recently floated into the city on the way to the dealer’s Westlake Avenue docks. Light, bright, and airy, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows in the salon, a covered aft deck terrace, and expansive sun deck, it takes design cues from high-rise condominium-style living, blending the Euro-chic aesthetic with smart details for on-water living. (For example, with its electric and solar panel powered options, the CE-D certified vessel can be fully or partially self-supporting so that you could, theoretically, live off the grid for up to 3 days.)
At just over 36 feet long, the 11 provides 286 square feet of living space, with two cabins and one head. Equipped with twin outboard engines, a steering console, and a bow thruster, the galvanized steel frame is built on polyethylene catamaran floats for stability, with a durable metal profile construction. Luxurious touches abound in the kitchen and galley, with warmth provided by Scandinavian wood accents. Opening terrace shutters located in the roof tops allow for more air circulation during temperate months, but the vessel is also supremely well insulated to ward off any pervading Northwest chill or condensation, allowing for comfortable onboard living 365 days a year.
For details on the Modern 11, additional La Mare models, and the brand in general, contact the experts at Marine Servicenter, or go to: marinesc.com/houseboats/la-mare/.
