Houseboat Magazine — January 2018

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Once a stand-alone pioneer in the business of houseboats,
Stardust has fought its way through the rough seas of the boating
industry and has remained above water, holding its record of the
oldest continually-operating houseboat company. It is now part of
Trifecta Ventures, but still boasts its own individuality as a company.
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1,500 custom vessels to date, and continues to blow others out
of the water with the incredible craftsmanship and design of its
houseboats.
With its patented web frame design, it is able to further fortify
the entire structure, and new hull improvements combined with
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specializes in custom woodwork and cabinetry, meaning that the
work is always a fresh take on their traditional, stylish designs.

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Owner Quote

“Stardust Yachts are truly the ‘Yachtyest’ houseboats on the

lake. We’ve owned four houseboats and I’ve always admired the

look and build quality of Stardust over any other brand. The exterior

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Looking to 2018

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to a successful 2018. The builder splashed one of its most custom

and truly unique Stardust cruisers into Lake Cumberland in the fall

of 2017 that will be a true showpiece for many years to come. Star-

dust plans on building on the momentum of the custom built market

in 2018 and anticipates the industry continuing on its upswing.

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ing options along with an increase in electronics and electrical

packages.”

• Chris Girdler, Trifecta President

Stardust Cruisers

606-340-3191

http://www.stardustcruisers.com