BOATING WITHOUT OWNING
"Learn more about our
member-only boat fleet"
Enjoy the premier boating experience without the need to own a boat! Join the Carefree Boat Club in Boston and in Danvers - The best boat club in Massachusetts!
Carefree is family owned and operated since 1970, with two locations in Massachusetts, one, on a fully protected harbor in Danversport and the Boston location, Boston Harbor Shipyard Marina. Our unrivaled facilities, specialized staff, and many services and amenities make us the North Shore’s finest and most complete marine facility.
- Learn How Carefree Boat Club Is 1/3 the Cost of Owning a Boat.
- Learn about How It All Works.
- Learn about the Reservation System & the Boats.
- There Is No Commitment by Submitting This Form
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Your Carefree Experience...
- Unlimited Use (All Day, Any Day, Every Day!)
- Great Availability
- Boats Are Fueled, Cleaned and Ready To Go Anytime
- Full Dock Staff Ready to Assist You
- Boat Year Round
- Luxury And Specialty Boats
- Exclusive Member Only Area And Facilities
- Easy Booking: Online Or Phone
- Boat “Spur of the Moment”
- Before, After Hours, And Overnight Usage
- Access to All 140+ locations and hundreds of boats
We Take Care Of The...
- Insurance
- Taxes
- Towing
- Trailering
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Detailing
- Training
- Storage
- Winterization
- Trailer
- Dock Fees
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is A Boat Club?
Carefree Boat Club is a private club. This means that our boats are only available to Members. We do not rent or charter our boats. Our members are the only ones with unlimited access to the fleet and they never pay a fee to use the boats.
Is It Truly "Unlimited?"
Yes! Members have true unlimited access to boats. Boat as much as you like.
Is It Worth The Price?
It really is. With membership as little as 1/3 cost of owning a boat, you can cross numerous expenses off your list such as: boat purchase, slip fee, insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, towing and winterization.
How Does The Training Work?
All members get as much training as they need on and off the water. "On The Water" training is done with a certified instructor. Training covers CBC processes, general navigation, docking and safety.
How Soon Can I Get On The Water?
After joining, new members (without boating experience) can normally be boating within days of joining. If you have previous boat training, you can be on the water even sooner.
Are The Boats Well-Maintained?
Absolutely, in fact, all boats are inspected weekly by the CBC dock staff using a 50 point checklist of safety equipment, hull condition, electronics, and general mechanical items.
"Fall In Love With The Premier Boating Lifestyle"
"I joined Carefree a little over a year ago. My experience has been nothing short of excellent. I have enjoyed boating for years but was never the captain. When some life circumstances changed, I thought I would have to give up this relaxing pleasure. I was not ready to do that, so boating without owning was the perfect solution for me. The Carefree Boat Club instructors were patient and made sure that I was completely comfortable before going out on my own. The price is reasonable, and the extras that come membership are great!"
"This is our 3rd year at the Carefree Boat Club and we continue to thoroughly enjoy the experience. The concept works well for us, just make a reservation on-line and show up at the dock. The boats are new or nearly new, are always clean and ready to go. The staff are terrific people, they run the club like family. Always friendly, courteous, and accommodating to most any situation. They encourage you to get out there, help make it happen, and make the club experience very enjoyable."
