ANDREWS BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
24ft. Aqua Patio — Pontoon days from Pirates Cove at Salamonie Lake
One- to three-day pontoon rentals (up to eight people) from Pirates Cove Marina; this guide walks through the boat’s features, rules, and how to plan a day on Salamonie Lake.
24ft. Aqua Patio — Pontoon days from Pirates Cove at Salamonie Lake.
The 24ft. Aqua Patio is a pontoon rental offered by Pirates Cove Marina at Salamonie Lake, Andrews, Indiana. These motorboat rentals come with bimini tops for shade, ladders, anchors and life jackets included; rental windows run daily from early morning into the evening, and one- to three-day bookings are available.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A shade-ready 24-foot pontoon
The Aqua Patio is a 24-foot pontoon equipped with bimini tops for shade and comes supplied with ladders, anchors and CGA life jackets—ready for a comfortable day afloat.
Flexible day or multi-day rentals
Rentals are offered for one to three days; boats are issued with a full tank of fuel and are refilled at Pirates Cove Marina on return. Multi-day renters must return the boat each night by 6:30 PM.
Clear restrictions to know before you go
Drivers must be 18 or older; pets, on-boat grilling and any tubing or towing behind rental boats are not permitted. A refundable damage deposit and major credit card are required at booking.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
From check-in at Pirates Cove Marina to returning each evening, the Aqua Patio is set up as a straightforward, shade-friendly pontoon rental: it launches with a full tank, carries basic safety gear, and is intended for relaxed cruising without towing or shore landings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental works best for—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals run daily with boat hours from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM; pickup windows are available earlier in the day. Major credit card is required to reserve; a refundable damage deposit is collected at rental time and a 48-hour cancellation policy applies.
Life jackets are provided; there are no radios aboard so bring battery-powered speakers if you want music. Bring food in coolers; if you plan to fish, purchase your fishing license beforehand (licenses are not sold at the marina).
Each boat leaves with a full tank and is refilled at the marina on return—renters pay for the gas they use. Expect a state-park entrance fee per vehicle unless you have a pass.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent the Aqua Patio?
Rentals are available for one to three days.
What are the boat rental hours?
Boat rentals run from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM; for multi-day rentals the boat must be brought back each night by 6:30 PM.
Who is allowed to drive the boat?
Drivers must be at least 18 years of age.
Are pets or grills allowed on the rental boats?
No—pets and grilling are not permitted on any rentals.
Can I tow a tube or skier behind the rental?
No—tubing or towing behind any Pirates Cove Marina rental boats is not allowed.
Are life jackets provided and how is fuel handled?
CGA life jackets are included with motorboat rentals. Boats are given with a full tank and are refilled at the marina on return; the renter pays for the fuel used.