Boat Concierge & Management Service
Manage all aspects of boat ownership for absentee owners
Overview
Boat concierge services charge $200-$800 monthly per boat plus service coordination fees.
Managing 30-100 boats generates $100,000-$500,000 annually with 70-85% margins.
In 2025, second-home and absentee boat owners need local management.
Services include boat monitoring and inspection, coordinating maintenance and repairs, cleaning and detailing scheduling, winterization and storage coordination, marina and slip management, and boat running and exercise.
Successful concierge services provide peace of mind for owners, coordinate all boat needs, inspect boats regularly, maintain owner communication, and ensure boat readiness.
Can work remotely with local presence.
Marketing through marinas, waterfront communities, boat owners with second homes, and yacht management companies.
Required Skills
- Boat Systems Knowledge
- Service Coordination
- Vendor Management
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very low startup costs
- Recurring monthly management fees
- Absentee owners need local help
- Can manage many boats
- Service coordination fees additional
Cons
- Need local boating expertise
- Building client base takes time
- Liability for boat condition
- Weather and seasonal issues
- Coordinating multiple vendors
How to Get Started
- Build boat systems expertise
- Develop vendor network for services
- Market to absentee boat owners
- Offer comprehensive management packages
- Inspect boats regularly
- Coordinate all maintenance and repairs
- Provide detailed owner communication
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