Since 1961
Northern Michigan's
Boating Experts
Family-owned across three convenient locations. New and pre-owned boat sales, service, dockage, and storage.
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About Us
Northern Michigan's
Boating Experts
Irish Boat Shop has provided services to recreational boaters in Harbor Springs since 1961, Lake Charlevoix since 1971, and Traverse City since 2018. Our family-owned operation, modern facilities, and breadth of experience is why we're considered the boating experts in Northern Michigan.
Our waterfront locations feature new boat sales and brokerage, seasonal and transient dockage, maintenance and repair services for power and sail, ship stores for parts and accessories, and heated and cold storage.
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What Our Customers Say
Trusted by Boaters
Across Northern Michigan
Irish Boat Shop made buying our first boat an incredible experience. The team was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping us find the perfect fit for our family.
The Anderson Family
Harbor Springs
We've trusted Irish Boat Shop with our boat service for over 15 years. Their attention to detail and honest communication keeps us coming back every season.
Mike & Sarah T.
Charlevoix
From dockage to winterization, they handle everything so we can just enjoy the water. Best marine operation in Northern Michigan, hands down.
James K.
Traverse City
Why Choose Us
Why Buy From
Irish Boat Shop
Family Owned Since 1961
Family owned and operated since 1961
Factory Certified Service
Full range of services with factory certified technicians
Best in Class Brands
Best in class brands
Trusted Brokers
Experienced and trusted brokers
3 Convenient Locations
3 Convenient locations
Full Storage Options
Full range of storage options
Community Focused
Focused on community involvement and customer education
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The hours vary seasonally at all 3 Irish Boat Shop locations. We are currently open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. During the summer season we are also open on Saturdays from 9am to 2pm.
We are a new boat dealer for Boston Whaler, Chaparral, Nautique, J/Boats, Zodiac, Sunfish, Sol, Zest and Pardo Yachts.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop has a large selection of pre-owned boats to choose from.
Irish Boat Shop offers both heated and cold storage at all of our locations.
Yes, Irish Boat Shop has access to multiple lending sources to help our customers arrange financing terms.