The Astonishing Caratello Houseboat

Caratello is the Italian word for a small barrel which holds dessert wine, and this new construction state of the art floating on water residence lives up to her sweet reputation. Just listed on Lake Union, this 2 story Seattle houseboat for sale at 11 E Allison St offers so much for anyone interested: The Caratello houseboat has a fully equipped gourmet kitchen including stainless appliances, clever nooks, artful finish work, and more. A wine lover’s paradise, there are thoughtful details throughout including employing the old custom of  using wine for ballast.

• Two Bedrooms
• Large closets
• Office nook
• 1.25 Baths
• Laundry on main level
• 749 Sq Feet
• Condo Owned Slip is 48 x 15 feet and in an excellent location on Lake Union in Eastlake
• stairs and hatch to rooftop
• floor is engineered in sections to be lifted out for storage
• Taxes on houseboat are $1378.25/year
• Taxes on slip are $1935/yr
• Monthly Home Owner Dues: $256
• Pets allowed

Seattle Houseboats for Sale:  The Basics of Caratello Located at 11 E Allison Street in Eastlake:

Introducing Caratello, a new construction floating on water residence in Seattle. “Caratello” is the Italian word for a small barrel used to make dessert wine. Roomier than one would expect with such a name, this 2 story houseboat delivers w/ fully equipped gourmet kitchen, 2 bedrooms, & much more. Of course as her name implies, Caratello’s hold is also the perfect location for your wine collection. Designed by Gene Morris, engineered by Craig Goring & built at Lake Union Dry Dock. Condo Slip!  $799,000 – NWMLS Listing # 887777

Additional info about the Caratello Houseboat you won’t want to miss:

• Caratello was designed by Gene Morris at Lagerquist and Morris in Ballard
• Engineered by Craig Goring a marine engineer out of Friday Harbor in the San Juan Islands
• Built at Lake Union Dry Dock.
• The crane that launched the Caratello houseboat is the same one that built the Aurora Bridge in 1930
• Has an independent 12 volt electrical system for lighting, navigational lights and equipment, and utilities.
• Tankage includes 150 gallons of potable water, 150 gallons gray water, and 150 gallons for black water.
• Capacity for 150 Cases of wine in hold (!!!) and its the perfect place to store wine!

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