Sumerset Houseboats 22′ X 106 ‘ 2007 Houseboat EXPO Showboat was featured in a segment on the CBS Evening News on September 17, 2007. The CBS News story contained images of the owners of the 2007 Sumerset Houseboat on Lake Cumberland, along with shots of the production facility in Somerset, Kentucky and President and CEO Steve Lochmueller. Follow this link to view the story on the CBS News website:

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Sumerset Houseboats Announces Website Redesign

Somerset, KY — Sumerset Houseboats, the industry’s leading aluminum hull houseboat manufacturer, announced a redesign of their award winning website – www.sumerset.com.

“Aside from the fresh, modern look, the website offers new and exciting features consumers have been requesting,” said Steve Lochmueller, President and CEO of Sumerset Houseboats. “Such as an extensive photo gallery; company and industry news updates; and our soon-to-be-launched Sumershop featuring logo attire and accessories. I encourage all our customers and friends to stop by and see the exciting changes we have made.”
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July 5, 2007 — Somerset, KY

Sumerset Houseboats announced today the launch of a specialty insurance and finance division to help consumers with their lending and insurance needs. The Sumerset Insurance and Finance Center offers a unique insurance policy featuring replacement cost coverage, no depreciation on machinery newer than 13 years old, automatic physical damage coverage for tenders and pwc’s stored aboard the houseboat and many other great coverage enhancements. Sumerset is the first to combine the application process for Insurance and Finance into one streamlined form reducing paperwork and greatly diminishing the “hassle factor” for consumers. For more information call 877-387-7272.

For over 40 years Sumerset Houseboats has set the industry benchmarks for superior craftsmanship, exceptional luxury and lasting value. The Sumerset Insurance and Finance Center is managed by Gowrie Barden & Brett, Inc of Westbrook, CT. Gowrie, Barden and Brett and its affiliate companies provide general and specialty insurance and financial services to clients throughout the United States.

Somerset, KY — Sumerset Houseboats, the industry’s leading aluminum hull houseboat manufacturer unveils changes and improvements for their 2008 model year. The nation’s oldest and largest custom houseboat builder continually strives to adapt to their customer’s needs and improve on their marketplace offerings.

´“Sumerset is a forward-thinking company and our position has always been to accommodate and satisfy our customers. We’ve built our reputation on this can-do mind-set as we strive to improve our houseboats and the services we offer our clientele each year. Our customers expect the best and we aim to deliver.” Steve Lochmueller, President and CEO
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Houseboat Adventures Digital Magazine Showcases Sumerset Custom High Limit

Our newest digital issue, Houseboating Adventures #15 – Best Houseboating Vacations 2007, Lake Powell Revisited & 6500 miles on the Great Loop is available for immediate viewing by clicking the image below and going to our website for Issue 15.
Here’s our newest issue, just click the cover to view.

Sumerset Elite was featured as the cover story on the May 2007 issue of Houseboating Magazine.

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Giving Blood Saves Lives. Period!
It’s that simple. It’s that important. Every three seconds, someone in our area needs a blood transfusion. In less than an hour, you can become a hero to someone you will never meet, but whose life you have changed forever. When you give blood, you give someone another smile, another hug, another birthday. People of all ages need blood — adults who require dozens of pints for their surgery or a baby who may need only a few tablespoons of the precious fluid to survive. Either way, you can participate in the act of improving and saving lives.

For the third summer in a row the Members of Team Sumerset organized a blood donation drive through the Central Kentucky Blood Center. Good Job, Team Sumerset!

A record thirty-three individuals volunteered to donate and thirty pints of blood were collected, including the courageous donations of many first-time participants. We are proud to be contributors to Pulaski County, Kentucky, USA!
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Sumerset Houseboats unveiled the newest addition to their line of custom, luxury houseboats – The Sumerset Elite Series. Steve Lochmueller, president and CEO of Sumerset Houseboats stated, “Our customers have driven the need for this dynamic creation by their requests for new and exciting luxury. We think of ourselves as dream builders and the Elite Series exemplifies our dedication to maintaining our position as the aluminum hull houseboat industry leader.” The Elite Series houseboats were developed in collaboration with Mr. JR Schwan of Holiday Boat Sales and feature enhanced power options, design features such as coffered ceilings and are created on a one-time-only basis for the discriminating buyer who truly wants a Sumerset they can call their own.

With that vision as a guide, Sumerset introduced the very first Elite Series at the 2007 Atlanta Boat Show. At 21’ X 106’, the Sumerset ELITE was the largest, luxury houseboat exhibited inside the World Congress Center. With more than 3000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor living space, the ELITE offers a unique blend of bold styling, custom floor plans and exclusive amenity packages. “ Sumerset offers complete customization, professional blue prints and unlimited design options- all while building NMMA certified houseboats. Our ELITE Series offer the discerning buyer a unique and exclusive lifestyle, ” Steve Lochmueller, President & CEO.

Steve Lochmueller, President and CEO of Sumerset Houseboats announced the 2007 Advisory Board members today, “In the fourth year of this partnership, Sumerset Houseboats remains committed to engaging our clients in our efforts to increase customer satisfaction, innovations and quality as outlined in our Mission Statement.”

SUMERSET HOUSEBOATS MISSION STATEMENT
Sumerset Houseboats strives to manufacture and market top-quality houseboats by utilizing industry-leading construction techniques and quality control standards. This will be accomplished through the integration of highly skilled craftsmen and a talented and experienced staff of professionals who take pride in all aspects of building a superior product to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction while generating profitability.
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