NORTHERNAIRE HOUSEBOATS | HOUSEBOAT VACATION IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA
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    • Aurora - 12 People (Luxury)
    • Resolute - 12 People
    • President - 12 People
    • Executive - 12 People
    • Hercules - 10 People
    • Princess - 8 People
    • Statesman - 8 People
    • Sportsman - 6 People
    • Adventurer - 6 People
    • Wanderer - 4 People
    • Explorer - 2 people
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Northernaire Houseboats on Rainy Lake

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218.286.5221

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International Falls, Minnesota

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum stay?
3 nights is the minimum amount of time required to book.
What time is arrival & return time?
You will call in about 1 week before your arrival and be given a specific arrival time (between 11am-2pm). On your last day you must be back to base at 9am.
How far down the lake can you go?
About 53 miles down from base; you can almost get to Kettle Falls, which would take about 6 hours at houseboat speed.
Do you have to reserve a certain houseboat site?
Nope! You can move every day, or stay in the same spot - it's all up to you! However, it’s one houseboat per site and sites are first come, first serve - unless you are renting 2 houseboats, then you can moor together at the same site.
Which boat is best for our group/family?
Click the button below to see an overview of our full fleet of Northernaire Houseboats and how many people each boat can host. From there, you can click on individual Houseboats and find out the cost, floorplan, list of included items, and more!
Our Fleet
How long is a week? 
For booking purposes, a week is defined as 7 nights. For 5-7 nights, the cost is the same.
How fast do the houseboats go?
Houseboats go between 5-8 miles per hour.
How much gas does the houseboats hold?
Explorer and Wanderer (our 2 smallest boats) hold 60 gallons; Aurora holds 200 gallons; the rest of the houseboats hold around 120 gallons.
Will we run out of gas on the houseboat if we go all the way down (takes 6 hours at houseboat speed) and back to base?
No, the houseboats each have enough gas. As far as the tow behind boats, there is a 20 gallon auxiliary tank on the back of each houseboat; if you expect to need more, ask us to put a gas caddy aboard and you will only pay for what you use.
Is there a limit on water for showers, sinks, and toilet? How about drinking water?
All the water for the showers, sinks, and toilet is filtered from the lake - so you can use all the water you want! All boats except for the Aurora have 6 gallon jugs of water for drinking purposes. You may bring additional bottled water. Aurora has a 60 gallon tank of drinking water.

We do ask all customers to bring eco friendly shampoo, conditioner, and whatever else you might use that goes down the drains.
We are out for a week, will I need to get the septic tank pumped out?
No, each boat's septic tank is empty when you leave base, and with proper use you will not overfill their holding capacity.
Why do you require a tow-behind boat & motor behind the Houseboat?
The tow-behind is for emergency use, fishing, and exploring; there are a lot of places in VNP that you cannot get to by houseboat, therefore you need to use the tow-behind. You can either bring your personal boat or rent one from us.
How do I get There from the airport?
If transportation is needed, you can set up a shuttle with the airport or you can call the taxi service, TK Taxi at 218-240-5852.  We recommend that you call in advance to make sure you get the time and date you need!
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Our Location
2690 Co Rd 94
International Falls, MN 56649

The beauty of Rainy Lake and Northern Minnesota are without equal. Listen to the loons by the campfire, reel in the catch of a lifetime, and experience a connection to the land, water and wildlife that will stay with you long after your vacation is over.

Your Northernaire Houseboat vacation begins in International Falls, MN. Travel to this border town using one of three state highways. You will also find very reasonably price airfare to International Falls through Delta Airlines. If transportation is needed, you can set up a shuttle with the airport or you can call the taxi service, TK Taxi at 218-240-5852.  We recommend that you call in advance to make sure you get the time and date you need!

We are located 7 miles east of International Falls on US Highway 11. A left turn on County Road 94 and a short one mile drive will bring you to Northernaire Houseboats and the alluring Rainy Lake.

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Schedule Your Houseboat Vacation on Rainy Lake

The beauty of Rainy Lake and Northern Minnesota are without equal. Listen to the loons by the campfire, reel in the catch of a lifetime, and experience a connection to the land, water and wildlife that will stay with you long after your vacation is over.
Call Us Today
218.286.5221

For the fastest response, please include your name and concerns if leaving a voicemail.
​Thank you!
Northernaire Houseboats
2690 County Road 94
International Falls, MN 56649
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  • Our Fleet
    • Aurora - 12 People (Luxury)
    • Resolute - 12 People
    • President - 12 People
    • Executive - 12 People
    • Hercules - 10 People
    • Princess - 8 People
    • Statesman - 8 People
    • Sportsman - 6 People
    • Adventurer - 6 People
    • Wanderer - 4 People
    • Explorer - 2 people
    • Virtual Tour
  • Reservations
  • Specials
  • Now Hiring
  • Contact