Houseboat Magazine

MANUFACTURER BIOS Majestic Yachts Majestic Yachts manufactures some of the finest houseboats, river yachts, trailerable houseboats, floating cottages and many other marine-related vessels that can be found in this industry. In the last couple of years, this builder has also performed several restorations on older boats that were manufactured by various boat builders. According to Majestic, most of its customers have found it to be an advantage to upgrade their current boat to protect and or increase the value of their investment. The three partners have a combined 80-plus years of experience in the marine industry and they work with its employees in the plant every day to oversee each and every project. This ensures that the quality always comes first. The company's motto is simple: "Give the customer everything that they paid for, at a very fair price, and in the end, try and give them some extras." 2012 Recap: According to the manufacturer, Majestic Yachts was at 25 percent of its potential due to the economy, but it is looking forward to the 2013 year. Date Founded: 2000 Location: Columbia, KY Best-Selling Model or Floor Plan: 18' X 80' Smallest Houseboat Built to Date: 28' X 8' 6" Largest Houseboat Built to Date: 20' X 102' 2-Story, 4-Decks Tall Hull Design: Semi-V Mono Hull Water Application: Lakes and Rivers In-House Transportation: No In-House Interior Designer: Yes 270-385-9828 www.majesticyachtsinc.com Manufacturer Comment: "Our company is based on a lifetime of commitment." — Jim Hadley, President/CEO MetroShip MetroShip manufactures fiberglass catamaran houseboats, steel houseboats and aluminum houseboats with a modern, open plan, New York loft space design. MetroShip is manufactured using prefabricated parts and can be easily customized for commercial hotel use or coastal cruiser with twin Suzuki or Honda outboard motors. High-end kitchens and bathrooms make the MetroShip feel like a luxury floating hotel room, while offering a practical alternative to the typical 'RV of the sea' houseboat. No matter where you want to dock, this builder reports that it has available dock spaces in some of the most sought-after marina locations in the world that will accept the MetroShip but not other houseboats. The owner lived on a MetroShip for two years as a product test to create one of the best quality houseboats on the market. 2012 Recap: The 2012 MetroShip lineup includes all-new fiberglass catamaran hulls with sealed bulkheads and a 70- by 16-foot flagship MetroShip. Date Founded: 2009 (1995 in the UK) Location: Orlando, FL Best-Selling Model or Floor Plan: 12' X 35' / 12' X 48' Smallest Houseboat to Date: 8' X 31' Largest Houseboat to Date: 13' X 53' Hull Design: Aluminum, Steel or Fiberglass Water Applications: Lakes, Rivers and Intracoastal In-House Transportation: Yes In-House Interior Decorating: Yes (MetroSofa) 818-357-4000 www.metro-ship.com Manufacturer Comment: "The MetroShip range of houseboats represents the next generation of houseboat design: low maintenance and high-end design at prices 50 percent lower than most houseboats with fantastic resale potential." — David Ballinger, MetroShip Designer Pluckebaum 2012 Recap: Pluckebaum has no boats under construction at this time or in 2012. They had a few inquiries on construction of commercial vessels and they are eagerly hoping one of these projects will proceed forward. Like most boat builders, Pluckebaum faced another challenging year but service work has kept them busy. For a pleasure cruise or a year-round lifestyle, from the moment you board a Pluckebaum craft you are in command of one of the world's finest houseboats. This Kentucky-based manufacturer traces its roots back to 1932 when Arthur Pluckebaum and his brother first started building boats. In 1946, Arthur built the first Pluckebaum houseboat, a steel hull and wood superstructure that would ultimately be the beginnings of Pluckebaum Custom Boats, Inc. During the years, over 600 Pluckebaum boats have been produced. Today, son Dennis Pluckebaum is in charge and continues his father's tradition of custom, all-aluminum coastal cruisers, motor yachts and commercial specialty vessels. On average, Pluckebaum produces only a handful of boats per year, each one custom-built to the owner's specifications. Pluckebaum's all-welded aluminum hull and superstructure provide exceptional strength and durability in unusual lightweight and corrosion-resistant construction. The exclusive deep keel and modified V-bottom hull provide cruiser-like stability and handling. The exclusive propulsion system, designed by Arthur and Dennis Pluckebaum, positions the engines and power generators completely astern. Inside the spacious cabin you'll find luxurious accommodations, ideal for entertaining or family living. Date Founded: 1946 • Location: Prospect, KY Best-Selling Model or Floor Plan: Custom Smallest Houseboat Built to Date: 34' Largest Houseboat Built to Date: 82' Hull Design: Aluminum Full Hull Water Application: Lakes, Rivers and Intracoastal In-House Transportation: No In-House Interior Designer: No 502-228-0111 • www.pluckebaum.com 22  HOUSEBOAT Magazine  JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 Manufacturer Comment: "Each and every new Pluckebaum is crafted from all aluminum to meet the owner's specifications. The quality of construction is second to none and has been a proven name in the custom boat business for the last 60 years."      — Dennis Pluckebaum, President

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