TRAVERSE CITY BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Pontoon Ease on Grand Traverse Bay: Hourly Sweetwater Rentals from Cherry Tree Inn
Flexible 1–8 hour Sweetwater pontoon rentals in Traverse City — equipped with shade, a table, stereo and swim ladder — this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Pontoon Ease on Grand Traverse Bay: Hourly Sweetwater Rentals from Cherry Tree Inn.
From the Cherry Tree Inn location in Traverse City, Blue Sky Rentals offers Sweetwater pontoon boats designed for easy, social time on the water. These hourly rentals (available from one to eight hours) come stocked with a bimini for shade, a table for snacks, an on-board stereo and a swim ladder for water access, making them a straightforward option for groups up to 12.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ready-to-go on-board setup
Each Sweetwater pontoon is outfitted with a bimini for shade, a central table for snacks and gear, a stereo for music, and a swim ladder to make entering and exiting the water simple.
Rent by the hour, up to a day
Rentals are offered on an hourly basis from one up to eight hours, letting groups choose a short cruise or a longer day on the water; boats accommodate up to 12 passengers.
Designed for groups and all ages
With capacity for a full party and basic comfort features aboard, these pontoons are intended to suit family outings, casual social cruises, and mixed-age groups.
What the day feels like
What the rental feels like
You collect the boat at the Cherry Tree Inn location and set a course for however long you’ve reserved — an hour for a short circuit or up to eight for a relaxed day afloat. The boat’s bimini buys shade when you need it, the table organizes snacks and drinks, the stereo sets the tone, and the swim ladder gives straightforward access for a dip when you want to cool off.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals include a bimini (shade), a table for food and gear, an on-board stereo, and a swim ladder for water access.
Reservations are available on hourly increments from one to eight hours.
Each Sweetwater pontoon accommodates up to 12 passengers.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a pontoon?
Rentals are available from one up to eight hours.
How many people can the boat hold?
Each Sweetwater pontoon accommodates up to 12 passengers.
What equipment comes with the rental?
Rentals include a bimini for shade, a table, a stereo, and a swim ladder.
Where do I pick up the boat?
Pickup is at the Cherry Tree Inn location in Traverse City.
Is this suitable for children and older adults?
The offering is presented as appropriate for all ages; capacity and basic comfort features aboard suit mixed-age groups.