Very long review. Sorry…read more I'm really bummed to be writing a bad review because we were so excited to try Aquaventure based on all the good reviews. We ended up renting a boat in August with about 7 or 8 of us. My boyfriend and I have never rented a boat before, so we have no knowledge on boat rentals. We read online that in NC that if you are under 25 years old, you have to get your boating license in order to drive a boat. We called to confirm this and a woman picked up. She said yes that is required. We later heard from some people from the area that it wasn't required, so we called again just to double-check. Again, she said a license is required. So my boyfriend paid $30 and spent about 6 hours getting an online boating license. When we arrived... my boyfriend showed the license and the guy (owner?) says "What's that? You don't need that" and when we told him about our phone encounters, he said to us "The employee you talked to was wrong....Women..... am I right?" (With a major eye roll) Excuse me? You're going to say that to a group of 5 girls and 3 guys? So rude. Anyway, we got on the boat and had a great time. The boat was super nice and the water was great that day. That's why they get the 2 stars. But we had more troubles when we brought back the boat. He said "You smoked a cigar on the boat? That is not allowed mi amigo" to my (Mexican) boyfriend. MAYBE you need to tell your customers the rules when we made it VERY clear we've never ever done this before. And also don't say that to a Spanish-speaking person... Or anyone. THEN he fills up the boat and tells us the cost of fuel when we were about to leave, which is funny because I asked multiple times if there would be any other charges besides the rental fee and they said no. Overall day, great boat, great lake, annoying & rude staff Again... sorry for the long review! I never write bad reviews so I was trying to be as detailed as possible.

For new families in Mooresvillle, this boat club is client friendly and cares about access and…read moresafety. There's also the opportunity to participate in club events that are toddler friendly. If you value service, flexibility ,boat selection, and community engagement opportunities. I would highly recommend.

You should add "Rescue" as one of your company's greatest services…read more Unfortunately, I backed over my jet jet ski rope which caused it to get sucked into the intake of the jet ski causing the motor to stop. I had been pulling my nine and twelve year old Grandkids and their nine year old friend on a tube. We were stranded in the middle of Lake Norman with no one around to help or to contact. We finally flagged down a boat with two young gentlemen who told us they were working for CS Rentals. We asked them if they could tow us back to our place and they did. They were so friendly and helpful. I am 70 years old and was so impressed with them for helping us with a very difficult situation. I think their names were Jack and Noland. Thank you CS Rentals for Jack and Noland from all of us!

We had awful weather and they offered to reschedule; unfortunately we were leaving the next day but…read morewithout being asked they refunded our money. They were so helpful and great with communication. We will definitely use them again!

From booking to checkout to return, the experience at 77 Watersports was above and beyond. We…read morereceived timely communication for all our questions. We were able to coordinate checkout, and Jack was very thorough in his walkthrough. The boat was fully gassed, extremely clean, and ready for use. We also rented a tube that was a blast for adults and kids alike. We rented a tri-toon and it was super spacious and comfortable for adults and kids alike. It made our week on the lake. When it was time to return the boat, we talked through the process and I received detailed information for return. Simple. Keegan runs a customer-focused boat service that is conveniently located and a must-go-to for your boating needs.

If you are looking to rent a boat to explore Lake Norman then you found the right place. The guy…read morewas super friendly and made sure we were clear about everything on the boat. I will use him again for sure!

Great service and great experience. It was my first time renting a boat and the Lake Effects staff…read moremade the entire process painless and informative. Before our rental date they sent us safety videos. The check in process went smoothly despite the amount of customers at the location. The store is very practical, it has change rooms, a little area to relax and have some snacks. The boat was in great condition. They walked us through the operation of the boat and all the safety procedures. I will definitely come back to Lake Effects. Great Job guys!

Such a great store and rental location! We rented a kayak for the week with some extra life…read morejackets -- everyone was very friendly and helpful both picking up and returning. Our teenage girls LOVED the store for some Lake Norman souvenir shopping... Cute shirts, cups, hats, stickers and of course Pure Vida jewelry.

Not a bad spot for a relatively chill day out on Lake Norman and the Catawba river. Prices seem a…read moretouch high, in my opinion. I would say this guy is making good money. Two friends and I each rented a one-person, sit-on-top kayak for the day. We spent a few hours just shootin' the breeze, wandering around narrow water ways and attempting to make our way to the waterfall of legend. Unfortunately, the water level was quite low when we went and we couldn't get quite that far up the stream to see it. It was a beautiful and breezy day with hardly anyone visiting at the time due to coronavirus starting to pick up but quarantine not yet required. Worked out in our favor and was a calm day out. The guy running the shop was very funny and easy going. The kayaks and paddles are a bit beat up from lots of use - it's a good idea to inspect what you get before heading out so that you don't have any issues. As mentioned, prices seem a bit high. However, the prices are for a full day rental. The owner recommended bringing a cooler and getting there early to spend the entire day out on the water drinking beers. Sounds like a good plan for the next time we come out.

Being the first is usually good. And this will be the first time that I am writing a review of a…read morebusiness before anybody else so it feels awesome. The best part about this is that I can honestly say/write that this is a trip worth making from Charlotte or other cities. The little place is run by a man and his brother who helps out. They don't look like the most friendly guys on the planet but you'll find out that they're good people once you start talking to them. The best part about LIPS is that the route they suggest leads you to a small but beautiful waterfall. It's a serene, cool experience. I didn't post pics of the waterfall because I want you to find it yourselves. Can't promise that everyone will like it but it's more interesting to search for something rather than to just paddle from point A to wherever. Lastly, I do want to mention that though they have single, two, three person kayaks, there's only full-day rentals unlike some places with half-day options. Hope you have fun!

We had a wonderful boating experience with Carolina Boat Rentals on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Our…read moreCaptain was Joatan and he was very attentive to our six children who were tubing as part of our family celebration. The cost was very affordable, and the hourly rate included our Captain, gas, coolers with drinks, and lots of attention to detail. Providing a safe and fun tubing experience for our children was Joatan's primary concern and he did an outstanding job! We worked with Noreisis to book our afternoon boat tour and had a wonderful experience With her also. We will try to use Carolina Boat Rentals every chance we get.

Spoke with Dan over the phone and he was friendly and helpful. Easy reservation and didn't require…read morea deposit for a full day pontoon boat rental. Arrived at Ramsey Creek Park to pickup boat. The young woman who greeted us was friendly and gave great instructions on use of boat. We were a bit disappointed in the age of the boat. It was probably 10 years old and only had a 90 horse power engine and no depth finder (which is good to have if you plan to go into any coves or outlets). The boat was clean. I would recommend asking about horse power and age if you decide to rent from them. Price was comperable to Lake Norman Marina who we have used in the past.

I have been here a couple times. The second time was most memorable with my family visiting from…read moreout of state. The weather was beautiful sitting on the deck. The staff were amazing making the experience even better. Food is always good here, get the crab cakes. Yum.

This is a great club with great facilities with a super supportive group of members who always try…read moreto make you feel at home. They run a good regatta even when bad conditions. The volunteers work super hard to do things right. They bought new boats for high school sailing and built a great new covered area that has tons of picnic space and the view is out of this world. Not bad for a lake. ;-)

We recently purchased a boat from Talley's Pier 77 Marine, and I cannot recommend them highly…read moreenough. Honestly, when we walked in, we had zero expectations of buying from them. We were already set on a different boat at a different place, but so many people kept telling us to check out Talley's that we finally decided to go--more out of due diligence than anything else. That decision changed everything. The first person who greeted us was Billy, the owner himself. He spent a long time with us, not trying to "sell," but genuinely educating us about boats in a way that was actually enjoyable and easy to understand. Shortly after, we met Taylor, our salesman, who was equally patient, friendly, and never pushy. He walked us through the two boats we were considering, answered every question we had (and we had a lot!), and took us outside to see them in person. When we mentioned wanting to grab lunch to think it over, Billy insisted that anytime you buy a boat, you should be able to test drive it. That was something no one else had ever told us. True to his word, Taylor met us later that afternoon at Ramsey Park and gave us a full test drive. That was the moment we knew--we had found our boat. The customer service didn't stop there. When the boat was delivered, Tommy spent the entire afternoon with us--from 1:00 until after 5:00--going over every detail. He walked us through how to use the boat, anchor, navigate safely, and even took us out on the water to practice. As first-time boat owners, that level of hands-on training was invaluable. Within one afternoon, I felt more confident about our boat than I do about my own car. Our boat is mechanically sound, looks brand new, and came with the peace of mind of a warranty--something that mattered a lot to us. And on top of all that, it checked every box: comfortable for my 85-year-old mother-in-law, beautiful on the water, and easy to handle. We asked a thousand questions along the way, and every single one was answered with patience and care. What really stood out, though, is how much they made us feel like family. They reassured us that if we ever needed help--whether it was a question, a breakdown, or just getting comfortable with the boat--they were only a phone call away, even giving us personal cell numbers. Who does that anymore? If I had to come up with a one recommendation, it would be this: they need a merch store. They did send us home with a Regal hat (which we love), but a Talley's T-shirt or sweatshirt would be amazing--because after this experience, we'd wear it proudly everywhere. We never planned to buy from Talley's, but after this experience, we'll never buy from anywhere else and if you needed a sign you need a boat, this is it. Thank you, Billy, Taylor, and Tommy, and all of the staff, for going above and beyond!

Purchasing a Boat can be a very stressful experience, especially for a first time boat buyer. When…read moremy wife and I first started doing research on brands through watching countless videos and reading different websites, it's clear that there are many great boat manufacturers that are out there in the market to suite the different buyer needs. However, the one thing that is certain is that not all all dealers who carry those boat are the same when it comes to professionalism and service. We had 3 brands that we narrowed our search down to and began reaching out to those dealers asking high level questions about the inventory, their thoughts on the models we were interested in, and various other questions from storage to maintenance that extend far beyond the initial purchase. There was really only one salesperson who went above and beyond to make sure I felt good about investing my time in stopping by their dealership to take a look at the boat of interest. Ed Florentino Jr. sent me about a dozen videos and sound clips explaining the differences between options I've had questions about, engines, and even a clip about how to winterize the boat before I even confirmed a demo with him. I immediately confirmed my appointment with Ed and drove out to Charlotte with my wife for a test drive. The experience could not have continued to be better but it did. Ed spent a good 30 minutes understanding what we were looking to get out of boat ownership and what was important to us. He then invested another hour showing us the boat and letting us get a feel for the Regal LS2. At no point did he try to sell us the boat we were on but just continued to ask questions and listen to our answer - if you're in the profession of selling you can appreciate this very much. Sara and Sharma were wonderful to work with providing insight and flexibility into the financing and answering additional questions for us as well. We were in and out of financing/paper work in no time. On our delivery day, Ed spent a good 5+ hours with us going over towing a boat, launching/retrieval, to docking. As new owners who were initially nervous and excited, I can't thank Ed for the time he spent with us to make sure we felt comfortable with our new boat and ensure that our first experience as boat owners was positive. To Ed and the staff at Talley's Pier 77... we can't thank you enough. There was something that Ed said that really stuck with me... " My job as a salesperson begins after the sale". I firmly believe that Talley's Pier and Ed live by those words, and while our next boat purchase is far out, we do know where we will turn when it's time for an upgrade!