It's pretty hard not to daydream about water sports in this (almost) summer heat. So, our newfound admiration for homes with boathouses should come as no surprise.
Whether they're used to store yachts or sailboats or just the best spot to soak up that sun, these dwellings totally up the ante for summer fun. That's why we've rounded up eight boathouses that will make you want to learn how to charter an ocean voyage.
It looks just like a little cottage!
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This has romance written all over it. 
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When nature calls...
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Talk about a serene setting. 
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It's even decorated with flowers!
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It's small, but will totally do the trick. 
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Life's not fair. 
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You know what goes nice with a boathouse? A beach home.
Beach Homes
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