Shel Silverstein's Houseboat Is for Sale — and It's Seriously Adorable

If there was ever a time to invest in a houseboat it’s now. Especially if it’s one that was once owned by a true literary great.

Owning a houseboat allows people the freedom to change locations as often as they wish, getting a new view, and a new outlook every few days if they please. And, in the age of coronavirus and quarantine, that can be a real gift. However, there is one more way to up the ante on an investment like this, and that is by purchasing a houseboat once owned by famed children’s author Shel Silverstein.

Silverstein’s World War ll Balloon Barge is currently for sale in Sausalito, California, and it’s just as magical as you’d expect.

“I LOVE IT! Famous, Fun, Fabulous and historic! This once in a lifetime opportunity to OWN this historic World War ll Balloon Barge, once the home of the famous children's author, Shel Silverstein,” the boat’s listing reads. “You will enjoy the chance to design your own most UNIQUE Dream Home in the Bay Area...This transformation is magical! Own and live the LIFESTYLE of community living in Sausalito on the water!”

The 1,200-square-foot-home opens up into the main room that comes with several seating areas, fit for guests or just different spaces for you to lounge around reading your favorite books. The home’s use of wood and metal flows from the great room to the kitchen, which comes with every amenity a chef would ever need.

Downstairs, the new owners will find a sitting room that will make for an ideal den for either more reading or enjoying a favorite film.

The home also comes with two delightful bedrooms, one with a hanging bed that makes for a childhood dream come true. The other, a gorgeous, light, and airy master suite that also has its own nook for a writing desk.

The houseboat also comes with one full bath, including a romantic soaking tub and gorgeous stained glass windows for good measure. The home is currently listed at $783,000, which is a true steal in a community like this. Check out its listing now to make an offer and live in a place where the sidewalk really does end.