2022 Rates
Our rental season begins April 1st.
Weekly (6 nights) $1800/week
Prime Summer (June 25-July 10) includes July 4th $2200/week
Prime Summer Daily: $600/day
Half Days $400.00 may be available on a very limited basis.
We do not provide Hourly rentals
All other months
Daily: $500/day
Half Day: $350/day - very limited
We do not provide Hourly rentals
7% NC Sales Tax will apply
For payments, we accept only the following:
Master Card, Visa and Discover
Personal check (if received 30 days prior)
Cash
NO OTHER FORM OF PAYMENT IS ACCEPTED.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I make a reservation? Please submit the reservation request from this website. If we have availability, we will email you forms to sign, generally within one business day of your request. When you return the signed form, please include a copy of your driver's license. Because we only have a limited number of boats and they are in high demand in-season, we must receive the completed forms and deposit within 3 days, otherwise the boat will be rented to someone else.
- What is the deposit? We require 50% deposit to secure a boat. You may mail a check within 3 days of contract or use a credit card. We require the credit card be in the name of the person who signed the rental agreement.
- What is your cancellation policy? The reservation deposit is refundable if you need to cancel 7+ days prior to the start of your reservation, less a cancellation fee of $75.00. If you cancel within the 7 days, we will refund your deposit only if the boat can be re-rented.
The only exception is for a major rain event on the day of and prior to the start of a daily boat rental. If the boat master deems it unsafe (lightning, heavy rain), to check out a boat, then a full refund will be given for daily rentals only. Please note that once the boat is in your possession, no refunds will be given for inclement weather or early returns.
- Is there a security deposit? Yes, we require a $500.00 security deposit with credit card authorization. The credit card must be in the name of the person renting the boat. NO EXCEPTIONS. We will release the authorization once the boat is returned, gased, and in the same condition as received. We will notify you if there are charges to your security deposit.
- Do I need prior boating experience to rent a boat? You will need boating education in North Carolina if you will be operating a motorized vessel over 10HP on North Carolina Waters. We will provide a 20 -minute short course on NC and Town regulations, water safety and boat operation when we check you in on the boat. You may also visit ncwildlife.org and obtain boat certification through their quick online offerings. Please present your certificate at the start of your rental period. You must be at least 26 years old to rent a boat.
- How will I get my boat? One week prior to the start of your rental date, we will notify you the details of your pick-up or delivery of the boat. Please make certain we have your current email address and phone number on file.
- If I am paying by check, why do you keep a credit card on file? A credit card is required and must be in the name of the person renting the boat. The credit card is for security, any damages or return of boat without being filled up first.
- May I request a specific boat? We are unable to guarantee a specific boat. We only are permitted to rent 4 pontoon boats and each one is 20’ in length. Please be aware that we do not rent new boats. Our boats are used but in good condition. For a new boat rental contact Jenny Lail at 828.625.1373 or Lake Lure Adventure Company at 828.625.8066
- Can I take tow my kids on a tube behind the boat? Yikes! That is a definite NO. The Town of Lake Lure strictly prohibits towing, skiing or pulling anything behind a rented pontoon boat. Lake Lure Adventure Company can provide a driver and provide these services on their boats. Call them at 828.625.8066
- May I take the boat out after dark? No, while we allow some rentals to remain overnight at your rental home, we do not allow our boats on the water after dark.
- What is included in the rental of a boat? All of our boats meet NC Watercraft Safety Guidelines and are equipped with life jackets (one size), an anchor, trash can, horn and a ladder.
- What can I bring on the boat? Please make sure you have at least one cell phone available to contact us should you experience any mechanical issues. You may bring a cooler, food and Bluetooth for music. Our boats do not have working radios.
- Can I bring my pet? Yes, we allow you to bring one pet, however you must notify us at the time the reservation is made and make your own arrangements for pet life jackets. Pet damage or soiling is under the Security Deposit guidelines.
Staying in a Vacasa/PinnacleSIR Vacation Rental Home? Ask us about our preferred rates.
Lake Lure Real Estate and Vacation Rentals
Our Boats
Our Boatmaster will deliver the pontoon boat to your rental home for a weekly rental. You will be required to bring him back to our dock. One week is a minimum of 6 nights with return on the 7th day.
Our boats are pontoon boats or deck pontoons and are 20' in length with 50HP. No skiing or towing is allowed. We do not reserve specific boats as all are similar. Each boat holds 10 people.
Dockage for overnight boat rentals must meet our criteria which includes dock, cleats, and bumpers. Address of the rental property must be disclosed before a reservation can be made.
FOR SAME DAY RENTALS, Call Reservations at 828.625.9119 or 828.290.7094
Policies
Policies and Additional Information
-A 20-minute short course on Lake Lure Regulations, NC Wildlife Regulations and Boat Operation is required before boat can be released to you regardless of your prior boating experience. You will be asked to sign our NC Watercraft Rental Agreement and waiver of liability.
-Each watercraft is coast guard rated for 10 persons and has life jackets, ladder, fire extinguisher and safety horn. You will receive the boat with a full tank of gas and it is to be returned with a full tank of gas, clean and free of debris and trash.
-Bring your own cooler and beach towels
-Towing, skiing, pulling floats or boats is strictly prohibited in any rental boat per the Town of Lake Lure.
-Boats may not be on the water after sunset
-Observance of all NO WAKE and SWIMMING OFFSHORE REGULATIONS ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED
- A credit card is required as reservation and for a security deposit
-Take a cell phone with you. You will be given an emergency phone # in case of equipment malfunction.
DEPOSITS and CANCELLATIONS
For boat reservations 50% of the total rental fee is required to secure a boat reservation.
Because our boats are reservation only, our staff is only available for the time of the reservation. If you are running late, please notify the boat master at 828.290.7094 or 828.625.9119. Without prior notification, we will wait no more than 30 minutes and your deposit will be forfeited.
The reservation deposit is refundable if you need to cancel 7+ days prior to the start of your reservation, less a cancellation fee of $75.00. If you cancel within the 7 days, we will refund your deposit only if the boat can be re-rented.
The only exception is for a major rain event on the day of and prior to the start of a daily boat rental. If the boat master deems it unsafe (lightning, heavy rain), to check out a boat, then a full refund will be given for daily rentals only. Please note that once the boat is in your possession, no refunds will be given for inclement weather or early returns.
A separate Boat Security Deposit for any damages incurred will be secured with a valid credit card on file and is taken in addition to any other deposit required to ensure all conditions of the boat rental agreement are met.
Your furry family member is welcome on our pontoon boats as long as you tell us when you make the reservation. A Credit Card is to be kept on file for Security Deposit until you check the boat back in.
