Thanks to the internet it is possible to work remotely from anywhere in the world as long as you have access to the World Wide Web. If you have been contemplating the idea of living on a houseboat but worried about also working from home, you are in the right place.
Keep reading to learn more about working remotely while you are living in a houseboat.
Minimalistic Outlook
Before we begin talking about working remotely from a houseboat, let’s first go over the living space. If you are planning on living in a houseboat, we want to make sure that you are aware that you will need to have a minimalistic outlook before heading out into the water.
Living on a houseboat will require you to cut back on your items, especially if you are going to be moving from a large home to a houseboat. You will typically have around 300 sq ft of living space. This means that you will need to move in only your essentials, if not you will be living under a mountain of stuff.
Living on a Houseboat in a Marina
If you are going to work remotely and will need access to the internet, the easiest way to accomplish this is by renting a slip in a marina. In a marina, you will have access to things like electricity, fresh water, and internet.
Living in a marina will come with a few perks such as access to laundry facilities, events, and access to anything else the marina offers such as restaurants, pools, etc. Every marina has its own set of rules that you will want to become familiar with.
Keep in mind that living in a marina will come with other expenses such as marina insurance that you want to make sure you include in your budget. Also, check the regulations in your state about houseboat living to make sure you are up to date on any rules about living on a houseboat.
Working Remotely
Working remotely from a houseboat will not be much different than working remotely from a home on land. The biggest difference will be your views and sounds from nature. In essence, you will still need the same things such as internet, a laptop or computer, and any other items your specific job duties require.
If you are already part of the 18% of people that work remotely full-time (Owl Labs), then you probably have an idea of working from the comfort of your house. Working remotely from a houseboat will also require extra discipline because you might be tempted to go out and play on the water because of the easy access to fishing or kayaking.
As long as you go into the lifestyle with this in mind, it will make it easier for you to work hard before playing hard.
Ready to Live on a Houseboat?
Now that you have a glimpse into living on a houseboat and working remotely, are you ready to give it a try? If you love the water and would prefer to have water views on a daily basis then the water life might be calling your name.
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