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October 2023 by Beth Hurley
HIGHLY recommend for a fun, cute boat ride! We rented Laverne, an electric boat. Super cute and leisurely paced. Madeline helped us and did an awesome job explaining things. This is a great, relaxing way to enjoy time on the water!
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September 2023 by Angela Girard
Love this place and will definitely be back! Felt immediately welcomed and comfortable the second we walked in. The donut boats were extremely easy to operate and fun. Our two dogs loved the day out on the boat. The staff was more than accommodating and helpful. Love that it is family operated! We cannot wait to come back with friends!!!!
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August 2023 by Mike McKay
I booked the basic boat ( her name is Ruby and she was born in the late 50s) for me and my family. It was my first time ever driving a boat, so I was pretty nervous. The staff did an amazing job of explaining everything, calming any fears that I had, and thoroughly explaining how everything on the boat works. I'm very happy with the value and price. As a matter of fact, it is well worth the price. If you are a first-time boat rider, or have never captained your own, you MUST try this. My wife has been coming to Saugatuck since she was a kid, and never knew about this hidden gem of a place. I absolutely recommend it to everyone, and you will have so much fun! A very pleasant experience on a beautiful day in one of my favorite cities.
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August 2023 by Sean Sperling
So much fun. Staff explained boating operations well, craft was perfect for short river trip. Will do again next time in Saugatuck.
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August 2023 by Autumn Sellers
Nice, clean boat. Great staff. We had a great time on the water.
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August 2023 by Ben Herring
Very cool experience! Loved being able to tour the area on a boat on our own time. The boat did not go that fast but was a good thing as it was our group's first time driving a boat.
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July 2023 by Amy Herring
This was a fun and easy thing to do when in Saugatuck. Our boat Doris had a front lower level, which was nice. Gingham pillows and accent wall board. Electric motors for a quiet ride. The staff was friendly and informative. Thanks, Retro.
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July 2023 by Emma Green
We had such a blast, the boats were easy to drive and electric so they were quiet enough to hold a conversation the entire time. Drinks have to be purchased at the bar there. Perfect hour and a half on the water. Best way to really see Saugatuck and the amazing homes that line the water.
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June 2023 by Beth Rix
My hubs and I had a lovely time walking around these little shops. It was a cool 58 degrees so we couldn't really sit out and enjoy a drink. We look forward to taking our kids and grandkids to rent a boat there in August.
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June 2023 by joshua rice
Nice boats it's all no wake zone and you basically do a whole lap around the area which is fun alot to see. They are slow and fully electric I thght they were gonna be i.c.e. but still fun has reverse. Would do it again. Highly reccomend
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June 2023 by Shelly Bennett
We rented a pontoon boat for our family. Online reservation process was easy. Check-in and instruction process was quick and informative. Staff was great to work with. Highly recommend!
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June 2023 by Anthony Pinter (Tony)
14/10, would boat again! We advance-booked Laverne (pink retro) for 3 adults and 2 dogs, and we made two relaxing circuits of the Kalamazoo river and lake in the 3 hour rental. We had so much fun that we came back and booked two hours on a donut boat 2 days later. Adult beverages are priced reasonably, and they give you a cooler and a Bluetooth speaker for free. You can also bring your own soft drinks and snacks (they have that for sale too) to save money.
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October 2022 by Meg McCarthy Burmeier
We took Doris out their last weekend of the season (in early October), and we had the water to ourselves! Not having to navigate around other watercraft was an added perk since neither my husband nor I had ever driven a boat before, but it was very easy to drive. Serena showed us exactly what do do and helped us get in and out easily. The scenery was beautiful and peaceful, and the boat itself was darling!
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October 2022 by Chris T
Great little place with a fresh seafood place as a partnering company.Still love this place a year later. Rented two of the retro boats and really enjoyed the views.
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October 2022 by Terry Schadler
Great time renting a donut boat. Wish they'd let you BYOB, I'm not a beer/wine/canned cocktail person.A nice sendoff for the kids before they headed back to college.
