Take at least 4 large bumpers/fenders with you and leave them tied to the houseboat railing so all you have to do is idle up and tie off.
We tie our ski boat up at night to the side with the bow of the ski boat facing away from shore, a line running from the slalom tow eye to a railing off the back, one to each of the port cleats and one to the bow.
Tie the houseboat up on shore with the stern of the houseboat slightly toward the line being tied first, then turn the stern up straight toward the other line to make them good and tight.
We also take a tow rope and tow the ski boat (from the bow eye) behind the houseboat when motoring down the lake. Give yourself enough time to slowly idle down so you don't slam your towed boat.
Lots of life jackets for floating and sunscreen.
Tons of fun.
2004 Supra Launch 22 SSV
5.7L Indmar Assault
"One More Hour"