Retro Boat Rentals & The Old Boathouse

Retro Boat Rentals & The Old Boathouse

Kalamazoo Lake - 730 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA

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Retro Boat Rentals & The Old Boathouse

Kalamazoo Lake

17 Rental Vessels

730 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA

Located at 730 Water Street in Saugatuck, The Old Boat House features a large waterfront patio along the Kalamazoo River that’s perfect for casual outdoor lunch, dinner or appetizers. Friendly bartenders offer unique craft cocktails, or enjoy the large beer, wine and cider selection, with many local and Michigan offerings. The Old Boat House is home to Retro Boat Boat Rentals, vintage mid-century boats with retro-fitted electric motors. Retro Boat Rentals was featured on the cover of the Pure Michigan travel guide and in numerous boating and travel publications. They also offer Donut Boats and Duffy Boats that are perfect for bigger groups. You can order food from The Old Boat House to take out on the boats, and pick out beverages they pack in a cooler for you to enjoy on the water. Whether you’re renting boats or just watching the boats go by on their beautiful patio, come experience this unique setting along the waterfront in Saugatuck.

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Boat Rules

Watersports allowed: No

Pets allowed: No

Alcohol Regulations: Yes



Renters who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid. If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they'll get back 50%.

Note : You will receive a refund for inclement weather only, and is determined by Retro Boat Rentals. We recognize it's no fun to be on a boat in the rain. If it’s just cool or cloudy, we recommend sweatshirts or blankets, it’s still an enjoyable experience. There are no refunds for cancellations that are not due to rain, but we're willing to work with you to re-book an appointment or provide a gift certificate for your next boat outing. There are no refunds for no shows, or for cancelling for reasons other than weather.


Pets allowed : Yes

Pet Weight : 0.00 Lbs

Number of Pets : 0

Note: We have several boats that are pet friendly, usually Jane or Beverly.  Our boats change from season to season, so check with us ahead of time and we’ll book you on the right boat for you and your pup.  We love Boat Dogs!

Special Policy

No.  Again, these are not speed boats and are not meant for tubing or skiing.
Alcohol must be purchased at The Old Boat House, Retro Boat Rentals.  All state of Michigan laws related to the consumption of alcohol on a boat apply.
It depends on the boat.  Some of our boats are easier to get in and out of than others. Talk to us ahead of time and we can steer you in the right direction depending on your plans for the boat outing.  Generally speaking, 3 hour boat rides are better for anchoring and swimming.  We don’t allow customers to anchor our boat Lola, she’s very rare and special.
Because our Retro Boats are rare, we ask that you do not dock at the Red Dock.  Unfortunately, their docks don’t have the proper protection for our boats.  If you have rented a pontoon from us, feel free to dock at the Red Dock.  The Donut Boats are up to Tony at the Red Dock, sometimes he’s okay with it, sometimes he’s not.



List of life vest inventory :

XL : 2

Medium : 5

Child : 1


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No.  Again, these are not speed boats and are not meant for tubing or skiing. Alcohol must be purchased at The Old Boat House, Retro Boat Rentals.  All state of Michigan laws related to the consumption of alcohol on a boat apply. It depends on the boat.  Some of our boats are easier to get in and out of than others. Talk to us ahead of time and we can steer you in the right direction depending on your plans for the boat outing.  Generally speaking, 3 hour boat rides are better for anchoring and swimming.  We don’t allow customers to anchor our boat Lola, she’s very rare and special. Because our Retro Boats are rare, we ask that you do not dock at the Red Dock.  Unfortunately, their docks don’t have the proper protection for our boats.  If you have rented a pontoon from us, feel free to dock at the Red Dock.  The Donut Boats are up to Tony at the Red Dock, sometimes he’s okay with it, sometimes he’s not.


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730 Water St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA



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