The world’s first solar powered livable boathouse

Most of us can only dream of living on the water and off the grid. Those who can afford this $5.5 million (over R93 million) luxury boathouse, can now have that dream come true.

These floating homes from Arkup ‘combine the best attributes of yachts, floating houses and waterfront villas, with the added benefits of being self-sufficient, sustainable and environmentally friendly,’ the company says on their website.

Fully solar powered, these homes harvest rainwater for indoor use and have zero emissions. It can even withstand category 4 hurricanes thanks to its floor to ceiling impact resistant bay windows. The boat is also equipped with electric propulsion and four hydraulic spuds, so that it can lift itself out of the water to be completely stable at anchor.

These yachts are also to rent for short stays and can accommodate up to 13 guests. Take a look at this avant-garde waterhome:

 

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WHERE CAN I CRUISE WITH MY MOBILE OVERWATERVILLA? Cruise silently in the bay or along the coast thanks to the electric propulsion. No noise, no vibration, Zero emission – What else? #overwatervilla #mobile #sailingyacht

A post shared by Arkup (@arkup.livableyachts) on May 25, 2020 at 9:30am PDT

 

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ARKUP Team hopes that you and your family are well and would like to extend its concerns to those affected by the current situation. We remain confident that together we will come to a solution, which will bring a positive change and everlasting benefits for the way we view our world and our neighbors. To those who have already communicated their desire for a waterbased lifestyle, we believe that living sustainably can provide a smaller footprint on our community. It’s time to rethink Life on Water. Arkup was designed for life off-the-grid and to ensure freedom under any circumstances. It is the perfect private getaway in a time where social distancing is recommended. Freedom is the ultimate luxury Mobility represents the ultimate sense of freedom during a period of lockdown. Imagine if you could move your house to the most coveted secluded places to be cut off from the world. No need to go to a remote destination! Live off-the-grid aboard Arkup, and remain just a short ride from the city in case of any needs or emergencies. Our top priority is the health and well-being of our customers, staff, and associates. Therefore, we are currently offering virtual presentations and tours. To schedule an appointment, please email [email protected] (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese). We wish you and your family to stay healthy and safe!

A post shared by Arkup (@arkup.livableyachts) on Apr 2, 2020 at 10:24am PDT

 

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WHAT ARE ARKUP’S MAIN ONBOARD SAFETY DEVICES? All-around glass railings and handrails, emergency anchor, life vests, smoke detectors, sprinklers and fire extinguishers, alarms (smoke, bilge water, intrusion) and automated bilge pumps, lightning protection, CCTV cameras and VHF are included. All alarms are connected and monitored in real-time. #overwatervilla #floatingvilla #securityonboard #tranquility #staysafe #luxuryhouse

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