Drive Away or Stay and Play!
Moving Waters Houseboat
--- 10 Berth - Hire and Drive or Moored Accommodation ---
Moving Waters can be booked as a 'Hire and Drive' houseboat for those eager to explore the mighty Murray River. Moving Waters can also be booked as 'Moored Accommodation for those that want to experience being on the water but without having to drive and manoeuvre the boat.
It boasts a modern design, is spacious and easy to operate, making it an extremely comfortable and relaxing houseboat for your next well deserved holiday.
As well as relaxing onboard with your family and friends, there is plenty of activities to partake in.
If you're feeling active, take a dip in the river or try some water sport action. If you want to take a more leisurely pace, paddle in the kayak supplied or drop in a fishing line to try and catch your dinner.
The large panoramic windows and large shaded upper deck gives you awesome views of the passing landscapes whether inside or outside of the boat.
Moving Waters is based in close proximity to Renmark's town centre, and is certainly true luxury set amongst nature.
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Moving Waters Features
- Large panoramic windows
- 3 queen split apart beds
- 2 sets of bunks
- All linen supplied
- 2 bathrooms (one is a shared ensuite bathroom)
- Fully equipped kitchen including full size bottom mount fridge/freezer, full size dishwasher, microwave and wide Eurolec oven
- Nespresso/Delonghi coffee pod machine
- The water supply onboard is pumped from the river. For human consumption we supply filtered water stored in a tank under the houseboat and is accessible from the cold water side of the kitchen tap
- Washing machine
- 55" inch flat screen television in living area
- Large L shape lounge suite to seat up to 7 people
- 32" inch television with DVD player in one bedroom
- Integrated CD sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
- DVD player
- Ducted evaporative cooling and gas heating
- Large shaded upper deck with 8 seater dining table and 8 seater outdoor lounge
- Large 3m undercover rear deck and 1.8m swim deck for 'at water level' enjoyment
- Boat hitch and fenders to attach a speedboat or dinghy
- Beefeater Hooded BBQ with wok burner
- 240v shore power supply whilst at the mooring. When away from the mooring, the houseboat has eco friendly 6.7kw of solar panels, a massive 24 kw/hr lithium battery bank and 7.5kw Selectronic Inverter (installed February 2021). If power is used efficiently, this system greatly reduces the amount of time the auto backup generator has to run, which heavily reduces your fuel cost
- 2 outdoor Evakool ice chests
- 2 person kayak included in your houseboat hire. Paddles and two lifejackets provided, but you are welcome to bring your own to ensure the perfect fit!
- Also refer to the Houseboat comparison table on the "All Houseboats" page.
PLEASE NOTE: Access to the houseboat is via a set of aluminium steps with two handrails. If you have accessibility concerns, please give us a call and we can also email you photos of the steps if required.
Moving Waters Hire/Drive Rates and Booking
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HIRE DRIVE OPTION Please Note: Only moored accommodation is available to be booked online, not hire and drive. If you wish to book "Moving Waters" for hire and drive, please fill out the |
OFF PEAK Jun/July/Aug |
NORMAL Sept-Dec and Feb-May |
PEAK Dec/Jan School Holidays |
| Weekends (min 3 nights) | $2700 | $2950 | Negotiable |
| Midweek (4 nights) | $2850 | $3050 | Negotiable |
| Public Hols/Long w/e (min 4 nights) | $3050 | $3350 | $4150 |
| Week (7 nights) | $3600 | $3900 | $5050 |
| New Year's Week (7 nights) | $5750 | ||
| Easter (min 5 nights) | $4900 | ||
Hire and Drive Terms
Check In: 2.00pm ---- Check Out: 9.30am
Deposit: $500 --- Bond: $1,500 **
** Please note that our insurance excess is $2000. Therefore if major damages occur to the houseboat, customers will need to pay an additional $500 bond plus fuel usage charges before departure from the houseboat.
*Rates for week hires (off peak and normal periods) will be higher if the hire goes over a long weekend. Please enquire about these rates.
Click here for full Terms and Conditions of Hire
Prices valid until 31st December 2026
Prices are subject to change without notification
Moving Waters Moored Rates and Booking
These rates are per night and are based on 2 adults occupying one bed (twin share) for a minimum 2 night stay. If all people as part of the booking require separate bedrooms, an additional charge of $80 per night will apply. |
NORMAL (per night rate) Feb - mid Dec |
PEAK (per night rate) School Holidays, Long Weekends, Easter and special events |
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| Weekends (Fri, Sat & Sun) | $345 | See rates in Book Now tab | |
| Midweek | $320 | See rates in Book Now tab | |
| Long Weekend | See rates in Book Now tab | ||
| Easter | See rates in Book Now tab | ||
| Each additional adult 16 yrs and over at time of stay | $80 | $80 | |
| Each additional child 15 yrs and younger at time of stay | $40 | $40 |
Prices valid until 31st December 2026
Prices are subject to change without notification
Moored Accommodation Terms
Check In: 2.00pm ---- Check Out: 10am
Deposit: 20% required at time of booking. Bond: $450 minimum processed as a hold on your credit card on day of arrival.
Cot with linen $35 and high chair available $20 for duration of stay.
$50/ queen bed to split into singles.
The number of minimum nights required vary depending on the time of year - refer to the booking calendar in the "Book Now" button for this information
2 person kayak included in booking price.
Frequently Asked Questions for Hire and Drive option
Do I need a special licence?
No - a current car driver's licence is all you need.
Can anyone drive a houseboat, even if I have not driven a houseboat before?
Yes - as long as you are over 18 years of age and have a full car license. On arrival you will be instructed on the operation and navigation of your houseboat by a fully licenced operator. You will then be taken on a short orientation cruise to make sure you are comfortable handling the craft.
How many people are allowed on 'Moving Waters'?
Maritime regulations state the number of persons on board must not exceed the number of berths, being 10. Children under 12 months of age are not included in the count.
How much bond do I have to pay and when do I get it back?
Bond is $1500. The bond will be refunded within 14 days, if the boat is returned on time and in suitable condition, less fuel charges.
Please note that our insurance excess is $2000, therefore if major damages occur to the houseboat, an additional bond of $500 plus fuel charges will need to be paid PRIOR to departure from the houseboat
Are houseboat holidays suitable for children?
Yes - houseboats are fantastic for family holidays. There is so much to do on a houseboat for families - swimming, fishing, exploring the bush at your mooring location, kayaking on the main river and in the backwater creek system, collecting wood and cooking on the campfire (when there is no fire ban) and watching wildlife in their natural environment. If you have a dinghy or speedboat, water sports including kneeboarding, wakeboarding or skiing can be enjoyed also.
Is there enough water in the river for a houseboat holiday and if so, how far can we travel?
There is plenty of water in the river for you to enjoy a houseboat holiday from Renmark. You can travel a good distance in the time that you have on board - remember though you have to travel back again! We recommend that you travel upstream as it is a very beautiful part of the river and there are many mooring spots to choose from. We prefer that you don't travel downstream as there are some very shallow spots to navigate and there are less river access points for us to provide you assistance if required. The other thing to consider by going downstream is that the Paringa Bridge has to be booked in to be lifted so that you can get through (opening times are either 9.30am or 2.30pm on most days of the year) and you will also have to go through Lock 5 shortly after.
Can I travel at night on the river?
No - Houseboats cannot be driven after sunset.
Fuel Costs - How much will I use and what will it cost?
Fuel usage depends on weather (eg wind), how fast and how far you travel. The most economical speed is around 2600-2800 revs and the boat will use approximately 10 litres/hour. Fuel is also used for the generator. Please remember that we have 6.74kw of solar panels and 24kwh of lithium ion battery storage on the houseboat which can greatly help reduce generator run time.
What is provided onboard 'Moving Waters'
• All bed linen (sheets, quilts, spare blankets), pillows, one bath towel for each person (please bring own swimming towels), hand towels, 4 facewashers, 2 tea towels, apron, oven mitts.
• A small selection of DVD's, books and games
• Outdoor ice chests are provided and we can purchase bagged and block ice on request
• Liquid detergent, dishcloth, scourer, garbage bags, glad wrap, alfoil, 1 roll of paper towel, 6 rolls of toilet paper, washing machine powder, dishwasher tabs (approximately 8), soap, shampoo and conditioner, shower caps, basic cleaning products and vacuum cleaner, 1 litre milk, tea/coffee/sugar sachets, 8 coffee pods to get you started!
• One x 2 person kayak with two lifejackets. If you have your own lifejacket, please bring it to ensure the perfect fit! Also two camp ovens and 8 fold up camp chairs are supplied to use on the riverbank (when the boat is booked for hire/drive)
What do I need to bring?
• Swimming towels
• Ice for outdoor ice chest (we can arrange supply of bagged and block ice upon request).
• Clothing
• Fishing rod and worms.
• Food and drink - there is excellent shopping in Renmark with 2 supermarkets - Woolworths and Foodland - as well as BWS, Sip n Save, specialty butchers and bakeries.
Where do we leave our car whilst on the houseboat?
Your car can be parked on James Avenue near the houseboat or next to our residential premises diagonally across the road from the houseboat mooring, which is at your own risk. We also have a small secure compound at the rear of one of our villas (diagonally across the road from the houseboats) for parking of a car and boat trailer – this needs to be requested and is subject to availability at the time of arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions for Moored Houseboat Accommodation
How many people are allowed on 'Moving Waters'?
Maritime regulations state the number of persons on board must not exceed the number of berths, being 10. Children under 12 months of age are not included in the count.
How much bond do I have to pay and when do I get it back?
Bond is $450 for moored accommodation and is processed as a pre-authorisation hold on your credit card. This hold will automatically be released by your bank in 7-10 business days if there are no issues, excessive cleaning or damages have been caused on the houseboat.
Are houseboat holidays suitable for children?
Yes - houseboats are fantastic for family holidays. There is so much to do on a houseboat for families - swimming, fishing, kayaking, and watching birdlife in their natural environment. If you have a dinghy or speedboat, they can be moored next to the houseboat which makes for easy access to enjoy kneeboarding, wakeboarding or skiing!
The playground is only a 2 minute walk from the houseboat and the township is only a 5 minute walk from the houseboat. Bring your bikes as the riverfront path that goes past the houseboat is great for family bike rides.
What is provided onboard 'Moving Waters'
• All bed linen (sheets, quilts, spare blankets), pillows, one bath towel for each person (please bring own swimming towels), hand towels, 4 facewashers, 2 tea towels, apron, oven mitts.
• A small selection of DVD's, books and games
• Liquid detergent, dishcloth, scourer, garbage bags, glad wrap, alfoil, 1 roll of paper towel, 6 rolls of toilet paper, washing machine powder, dishwasher tabs (approximately 8), body wash, shampoo and conditioner, shower caps, basic cleaning products and vacuum cleaner, 1 litre milk, tea/coffee/sugar sachets, 8 coffee pods to get you started!
• One x 2 person kayak with two lifejackets. If you have your own lifejacket, please bring it to ensure the perfect fit!
What do I need to bring?
• Swimming towels
• Ice for outdoor ice chest
• Clothing
• Fishing rod and worms.
• Food and drink - there is excellent shopping in Renmark with 2 supermarkets - Woolworths and Foodland - as well as BWS, Sip n Save, specialty butchers and bakeries.
Where do we leave our car whilst on the houseboat?
Your car can be parked on James Avenue near the houseboat or next to our residential premises diagonally across the road from the houseboat mooring, which is at your own risk.
We also have a small secure compound at the rear of one of our villas (diagonally across the road) for parking of a cars and boat trailer - this needs to be requested and is subject to availability.
Testimonials
Boat was very clean and new looking. Everything was fresh and tidy when we arrived. We had everything we needed!
– Seamark Family - Adelaide SA
We love the whole package with houseboats - spectacular scenery, tranquility. Moving Waters, in particular, had a modern kitchen, great sound system and convenient power setup (in comparison to some we've had). Having the camp oven to use was great. Rating 5/5.
– Craig, Sam and Kids - Goolwa SA
Cleanliness and everything we needed was on board. Scenery on our travels was fantastic, breathtaking and tranquil. We had a grat time and will be back. Rating 5/5.
– Ron and Di - Magill SA
We enjoyed everything about our stay, accommodation was faultless, detail to decor and fittings is a credit to Deanne and Stephen. The swings on the top deck were a nice addition and nice to relax in. Having the solar panels is definitely a great idea, not only reduces costs but also reduces noise - fantastic. Deanne and Stephen were both pleasant, friendly and extremely helpful. Rating 5/5
– Margie and Dave - Semaphore SA
We loved the automatic quiet generator; the solar panels; the wonderful furniture on the top deck; the large table on the back deck; the dishwasher! Excellent scenery - we had "the spot" and loved it - perfect one day, perfect the next! Rating 5/5.
– Ken and Cindy - Berri SA
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