SAUGATUCK BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Round Comfort: Glazed Donut Boats — A Ten-Person Floating Lounge off Saugatuck
A practical guide to renting the Glazed Donut Boat in Saugatuck — a circular vessel for up to 10 people offered in two- or four-hour blocks, ideal for anchoring in a cove or stopping at the Red Dock cafe.
Round Comfort: Glazed Donut Boats — A Ten-Person Floating Lounge off Saugatuck.
Glazed is one of Retro Boat Rentals' Donut Boats in Saugatuck: a unique, circular craft built to carry groups—up to ten people—around sheltered water with a central table for snacks and drinks. Renters can anchor or beach in a nearby cove for swimming and hanging out, or motor over to the operator's sister waterfront spot, the Red Dock cafe, for a nearby stop during a two- or four-hour outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Round, Social Decking for a Group
Glazed is a circular Donut Boat designed for social cruising: it seats up to 10 people and features a central table that keeps snacks and drinks within easy reach while you cruise or anchor.
Anchor in the Cove
The boats can be anchored or beached in a sheltered cove area before Lake Michigan, turning the rental into a swim-and-lounge stop where the craft becomes a floating base for spending an afternoon on the water.
Stop at the Red Dock Cafe
Donut Boats can cruise directly to Retro Boat Rentals' sister waterfront bar, the Red Dock cafe, making the outing part boat ride and part casual waterfront stop—an easy option for groups who want both swimming and a cafe visit.
What the day feels like
What the rental feels like
Expect a relaxed, social loop: board the round Glazed, settle around the central table with food and drinks, putter out to a quiet cove to anchor and swim, or steer a short hop to the nearby Red Dock cafe—all on a two- or four-hour block designed for groups of friends or families.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring swimsuits, towels, and food or light snacks; operators provide coolers and ice, and you may purchase drinks and sunscreen onboard—but outside coolers and outside alcohol are not allowed.
Retro Boat Rentals offers coolers and ice, a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and some snacks; sunscreen is available for purchase to avoid seat staining from banned products.
No outside alcohol or coolers; no tinted sunscreen or tanning products (use non-AVOBENZONE sunscreen only).
Rentals are available in two- or four-hour blocks—plan your time on the water accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can the Glazed Donut Boat hold?
Glazed holds up to 10 people with a maximum combined weight limit of 1,925 lbs.
How long are rentals?
Rentals are offered in two- or four-hour durations.
Where do we meet for the rental?
Meet at 730 Water Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453.
Can I bring my own alcohol or cooler?
No — outside alcohol and outside coolers are not permitted; the operator provides coolers and ice and sells a selection of adult beverages and non-alcoholic drinks.
Are there restrictions on sunscreen or tanning products?
Yes — tinted sunscreen and tanning products that stain seats are prohibited; use non-AVOBENZONE sunscreen only. Sunscreen is available for purchase onboard.
What is the rebooking policy if the weather changes?
There is no day-of rebooking unless it is raining; the operator asks customers to allow 48 hours to rebook to avoid denying other customers bookings.