What are the steps needed to rent a boat in Somerville?

5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Shaun was a great host and was very personable and flexible as well. He gave a good overview of the layout of the...

Tomas

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2018 BAYLINER VR5...

Scott was fantastic! He made sure we were all set up for a great time out on the water! From skis, to tubes, to...

Jeff

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Shawn was professional and made it very easy for us to go enjoy the day. I would rent from him again!

Garrett

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Shaun was an awesome host! He had excellent communication from start to finish and answered all 1000 of my questions....

Jared

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Shaun was great to work with. Communication was great, pick up was super easy. The boat was smooth. We will rent again!

Emilee

May 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

I would Rent Boat from Shaun again and again. He was nice meet early and went thru checking in and was quick. I would...

Niranjan

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Shaun was great! Boat was well kept and in great condition. Highly recommend!

Andrew

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

20 Ft Fishing...

Very pleasant and easy to work with. Will be back to rent from him again!

Troy

Sep 2024
5/5 stars

2018 BAYLINER VR5...

Owners made this a super easy rental will definitely be booking with them again!

Faith

Jun 2024
5/5 stars

2018 BAYLINER VR5...

Our family had a great time on the boat , it was in nice condition and came with all the toys for a fun time on the...

Greg

Aug 2023

How to rent a boat in Somerville?

Find the perfect boat

Enter your desired location and date to explore our fleet of boats.

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!

Why Boatsetter?

As the global leader in peer-to-peer boat rentals, Boatsetter offers an easy, safe and accessible way to experience on-the-water adventure. With boat rentals in 600+ locations, finding a boat is easy and with the option to tap into the largest network of USCG licensed captains, boating experience is not required.

Get out on the water worry-free, knowing our insurance covers every boating trip

Choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your peace of mind while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.