Fantastic club, beautiful new(er) boats and the staff is super helpful! If you're looking for a…read moresailing and powerboating club in Seattle, this is the one!

I took the beginning keel boat course in Late July 2025. All of the instructors (3) were obviously…read moregreat instructors and experienced persons. Top Notch. BUT in this basic class, one must remember that not only are you learning to sail a boat BUT you are also learning a new language. Sailors have their own language. Period. A rope is no longer a rope but a Sheet. Or a halyard. Confusing, eh? So do your reading before the course. There are also 3 different instructors on three different days. That leads to some confusion as each has their own nuances. It might be helpful to students if the 3 of them sailed together one day to learn how everyone is teaching students; it may help resolve some of the confusion for students.

The Folks at Shilshole are top notch professionals. Who do everything they can, to make mooring…read morethere a great experience. 5 stars.

A first timer to this bay. Met up with a friend whose friend had a 15-foot Alaskan Smoker Craft,…read moreso we all decided to meet up at the boat launch at 6:00 AM on Friday morning. The line going into the boat docking area was super packed! Probably had to wait in line for 20+ boaters to get to the boat launch area before it was our turn. I think it took about 30 minutes or so... Once we were able to get the boat into the water and get going, it was a very scenic and peaceful atmosphere. The views were great, temperature was just right and water was pleasant. When we arrived at our preferred fishing spot, we prepared our bait, tossed in our lines and trolled. After a minute, the fishing pole got the first fish on! My friend reeled in a Chinook Jack. Released it. Then after baiting the first fishing pole and casting, not even a minute later, hooked on another fish. This time it was a Coho, but as the line got closer to the boat, the fish came off. Afterwards, we were able to get both fishing poles set up and ready to go. I was next to get a fish on and reeled in a nice Adult Coho for my first catch of the day! Not long after that, I got hooked on another fish and reeled the second Coho. We trolled around the water for a bit before I got another fish, but lost it 10 feet away from the boat as it came off. I believe we were in the water for 5 hours. During that time, I was able to land 5 out of 7 fish. My friend landed one big Coho out of 4 of his bites. Limited out with 6 fish, so we were happy about that. All in all, it was a decent experience as my first time boat fishing. Learned a lot while enjoying the bites in the water. There were a whole lot of boaters on this day.

Great introduction to sailing. I really enjoyed the hands-on participation, which made the…read moreexperience both fun and engaging. It confirmed that I definitely want to continue and take the ASA 101 course.

Phil Johnson was a fantastic AS101 instructor--calm, patient, and so clear in his explanations that…read moreeverything just clicked. He was confident and relaxed on the boat, and he always gave us plenty of room to try things on our own and really learn how to handle the boat. His experience and genuine enthusiasm made me even more curious about sailing, and I left every class feeling excited to keep going. Can't wait to take AS103 with Phil again very soon.

Best fuel dock inside the locks! Here's why:…read more THE ROSES: First thing is the prices for fuel. They are, in a word, amazing! I filled up my boat this weekend, and ethanol free unleaded was .80/gallon cheaper than Shilshole! How they can sell for so much less than the competition is a wonder to me (but I'm not complaining!). The staff is great as well; very helpful! THE THORNS: Since they primarily cater to the commercial/workboat/fishing trade, their dock is a bit on the tall side for recreational boaters, making tieups a bit more tricky that places like Morrison's on Lake Union. They also take up very little waterfront width, so they can be tricky to find if you've never been there before. THE VERDICT: When you're taking on 100 - 300 gallons of fuel (or more?) a small difference in price can add up to big savings. Covich Williams sells for significantly less than competing fuel docks in Seattle, making it well worth the effort to find them.

Take my yacht there always for gas and I am met by someone to grab my lines. Best fuel price in…read moretown and most knowledgeable employees.

My wife and I recently bought a boat from Waypoint marine group, we got an awesome deal on a…read morebeautiful Cobalt. We decided to keep the boat at Waypoint utilizing their dry stack storage. I have to say, the whole process was quick, easy and we were out on the water within just a couple days. To say this is a dream come true would be an understatement. The dry stack app makes getting the boat in and out of the water super easy and convenient. And now we're part of the Waypoint family, at least that's what it feels like; everyone working at Waypoint is just so nice, helpful and generous. We had the impeller replaced for the salt water cooling system and they made it happen quick, easy and very affordable. Thank you Waypoint!! For being a great full service boat company! You guys rock! Thank you Brenda and Buck (the owners) Gary, Jake, Adam and Art, Katie May, Ray, Troy and all the rest of the Waypoint team. You run a tight ship and I'm telling all my friend to come see you for all their boating needs. If I could give you six stars, I would. We appreciate you!

Customer service at Waypont has not been good. We bought a Highfield Tender from them. It has been…read morenothing but problems. It has been difficult and expensive to get Waypoint to follow up on product support.

I was a "member" for three years and would have simply moved on. However, carefree still hasn't…read morerefunded my Bellevue parking pass. After multiple attempts, not even a response. Don't sign up for this club. Boats are tired, sparse, and largely unavailable. Break downs on the water. Unavailable boats due to maintenance issues. Surf boat was a joke. (Not a real surf boat) I saw the program deteriorate over 3 years and advise everyone to consider any other alternative.

I have been boating for decades but was without a boat when I learned about Carefree. I thought it…read morewould be fantastic having access to both a sailboat, which is my passion, and the power boats to explore the islands. Things didn't turn out as planned. The sailboat was an old broken down and somewhat unsafe boat. When I brought up the safety issues to the club owner I received no response. The club had a rigger come out to get a bid of fixing the headsail track (which created an unsafe situation on its own) only to find that the rigger wouldn't do the job unless other safety issues were addressed. They weren't. The power cruisers constantly had maintenance issues that went unfixed for most of the summer boating season. They also had safety issues like the VHF radio not working (that's how you contact the Coast Guard in the event of an emergency) and the depth meter not working. I took friends out on a power boat only to find that the metal rail holding the seat back in place was snapped in two and had a very sharp edge that could have easily cut someone. Even the clubs own dock staff was frustrated as they took the brunt of the members complaints when they could do nothing about the problems. I have friends who are still members (I am not) who regularly tell me that the problems continue and that they are thinking of quitting. For me, it turned out to be a complete waste of money. I am now looking for a sailboat to buy. I will then really be carefree!

Tom at West Coast surveyed a Searay 41 for me and saved me from buying a lemon. He was super…read moreprofessional during the survey with the owner of the boat, as the owner tried to hide the under powered engines during the test drive. I highly recommend calling if you're looking to buy a boat. They also keep boats tuned up and ready to go so you can head out on the big trip without worrying about breaking down.

From the owner: West Coast Yacht Solutions is here to preserve and enhance the value of your investment. Complete…read moreyacht management from West Coast Yacht Solutions includes monthly exercises and reports, routine maintenance and fluid testing, as well as a customized schedule for cleaning, detailing, and brightwork. We also offer captain services and individualized boat training. We are on call, to deliver parts and service your vessel, no matter where you are located. West Coast Yacht Solutions eliminates the stresses that come with owning and operating a yacht. When you step on your boat, you can relax knowing that systems are running smoothly, your trip has been routed, and your boat is spotless, fueled, and fully provisioned. Our experienced captains will take the helm, allowing you to put your feet up and enjoy the company of your guests. West Coast Yacht Solutions ensures the highest level of personalized yacht management and training with the most competitive prices around.

I couldn't be happier with the boat repair services provided by Achievement Marine & Diesel System…read moreServices. From start to finish, they were professional and reliable. The team diagnosed the issues quickly and provided a clear explanation of the necessary repairs. Their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship were evident in every aspect of the work. My boat runs like new, and I truly appreciate their commitment to customer satisfaction. Important that their invoice was very reasonable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of expert boat repairs!

I contacted Achievement Marine (via their Mobile Marine Diesel Mechanic webpage) to get some…read moreroutine maintenance scheduled on my boat. Josh came and did the work and there are three things in particular that I REALLY appreciated. First, he communicated well, committed to a specific time and showed up on time. Second, he consulted me on what maintenance I should actually do, recommending some maintenance I could push out because it isn't needed just yet (fiduciary advice I really like to hear because I can tell he isn't just trying to take money unnecessarily.). Third, he answered all my questions, let me learn along the way, and was just really pleasant to have on board working on my engines. A+ customer service and quality of work. Highly recommend this team!

I love this store. The owner and his workers are so warm and inviting. It's my go-to place for…read morewine.

I don't think they're any sort of deli anymore, but they have a good assortment of beer and wine…read moreand some basic groceries and snacks. More importantly, they are a nice local shop for these basics, and I'm always welcomed with a smile. We don't get enough of that these days.