Former 1960s Belgian Spitz cargo barge was converted into a family home over 20 difficult months, but earned the moniker of one of "the most beautiful" ever ...

The houseboat only goes 20 mph on land ... found this old sprayer — basically had everything we needed to put the conversion together. The build took Theon one year to complete.

Arkup, a sustainable and liveable marine vessel developer, has unveiled its latest solar-electric houseboat before it will be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this month.