As you know I took possession of my 70 foot Monticello River Yacht in late August 2005. I now have over 275 hours on the engines and thought it was time I let you know how I feel about it.

I researched the houseboat market for about two years after first viewing the Monticello at the Louisville Boat Show in February 2003. The research was aimed at finding the vessel that would fit my lifestyle the best. My plan was to sell my house and move totally on the vessel as well as cruise with the Knoxville Power Squadron on the Tennessee River. Read more...