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January 2024 by chaddy andrew
My significant other and I landed in Monticello after maybe around a little over an hour of traveling. We stumbled upon this place that was located in a rather busy area. I’d say it’s worth the drive if you’re not too far and want to take a spin around a nice lake!I was able to walk inside and rent a boat in what seemed to be a few minutes after looking over the different boats they had to offer. I booked the Runabout boat for 1-HR. I mainly stopped here to learn how to drive a boat and gain a little bit of experience. They took my information and proceeded to charge me for the rental of the boat, a $200.00 Rental Deposit, and the Sales Tax. That came out to $317.70. I immediately was guided out towards the back of the shop for a boating lesson. I’ve never driven a boat before I came here, so I made sure to pay attention to all the details carefully. The instructor gave me a fairly easy lesson. I would guess that most people learn from family, but if you’re like me and it’s your first time, don’t worry, they’ll probably assist you before you get in the water as well.Lake Shafer was beautiful! It was a very relaxing ride and the boat drove amazing the duration of my trip. I didn’t have any complaints in terms of performance, but I also didn’t have another experience to compare it to. The thing even had a nice kick to it! Make sure you don’t go too fast in the shallow area and I think you’ll be fine! I’d say you can even score some air when you’re near the middle of the lake.Upon my return, they deducted the Gas and a Lake Enhancement Fee from my deposit, resulting in a refund in the amount of $178.25. The total I paid was $139.45 when it was all over with. It wasn’t necessarily cheap to me, but I understood they rented me a valuable boat.The service here was friendly and helpful. Everyone I encountered worked promptly and professionally without a doubt.Overall, this rental joint was ran smoothly and efficiently. I recommend that anyone wanting to get on the lake give them a try! It was in a great location and I’m almost positive you won’t regret it!Date of visit: 07/06/21
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September 2023 by Ryan Boe
Had a great experience renting a jet ski for a couple hours. Plenty of space on the lake to ride around and easy to schedule and setup. Will definitely be back.
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September 2023 by James Knight
Our original plans to celebrate our daughter's 19th birthday didn't turn out so my wife and I decided to rent a pontoon boat with our daughter and son-in-law for a couple hours to cruise the lake and go swimming; very happy with the customer service and the whole experience. Thank you for providing this service and for providing us with a fun and relaxing day on the lake!
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August 2023 by Scott Wagner
Quick boat in/out. Never busy on the weekdays. Ice cream and fishing worms what else can you ask for.
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August 2023 by David Brasier
Great place to rent a boat. Friendly staff and good prices. This was our 5th year renting from them and we always enjoy the experience.
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July 2023 by Erni Romero
Nice place.Great people. They informed us well.
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July 2023 by Joseline Cruz
Everyone is sooo nice! Had a great time with my date ? Will be coming back!
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June 2023 by Jamie Bowman
Staff was great, aside from Larry. We arrived an hr late for an 8hr +1free hr no biggie we paid for it. We were treated nicely. After launching we came back about 3 hr to switch out the riders. Larry began beating out dents on our boat that were there when we rented it. Ok weird and unexpected. We go back out and come back at closing time. Larry instantly says OH you personalized the tow rope almost like we had done something wrong. I assure you we did not, we only shortened the rope so our tubes didn't float away. Aside from Larry making things very odd as 9 grown ups felt he did, we truly enjoyed our time. Thank to the rest of the staff!
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April 2023 by Crystal Mackey
Even though they are not open for the season yet, I left a note in my windshield explaining what I was doing. I very respectfully and left no trace of being there, was able to walk out on their piers and got to check out the visiting PELICANS...I thank them very much, the owners didn't seem to mind and it did as I said I would.....thank you so very sincerely much
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March 2023 by James Olson
What a great experience!!!! We rented the speed boat for tubing and it was what anyone should expect. I also inadvertently and not knowing dinged up the prop. The owner was very cool over it and we decided to split the cost to fix and really I it was very very reasonable. Thank You Lake Shafer Boat Rentals for the great day on the water. We definitely will be back very soon.
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March 2023 by Barbara Jean
It's so beautiful there
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March 2023 by D Wright
We have a blast every time we rent from here!
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March 2023 by B B
Drove from Greenwood to Jetsurf on lake shafer today, called ahead and Lake Shafer Boat Rental said they let kayaks drop into the lake here, they were super cool about me dropping the Jetsurf in. Everyone was really nice and the cute blonde girl with the little tattoos was super sweet :) will be back !
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March 2023 by Michael Twyford
Nice spot to rent a pontoon, the staff was helpful and efficient
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March 2023 by Gabriel Serrano
Very helpful staff, decent price only problem is to be a boat rental place they have very limited number of waverunners, only 2, went with a group of friends and family and half had to go back to Indiana beach because of the limited availability so it messed up the groups plan to all have fun in the water .. very disappointing
