Mansell House & Boat Rental

Mansell Boat Rental Company is a premier sailing and boating experience located at the southern entrance to Somes Sound, right next to the Hinckley Yacht Yard in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Born and raised on Mount Desert Island, our founder, Chuck Watson, has been sailing and teaching sailing lessons for over forty years.

Chuck Watson learned to sail as a young boy while employed by the Ford family (Henry Ford's heirs) in Seal Harbor. After attending college, he was a high school teacher at one of the local schools for nine years before returning to his first passion, boating and the sea. In all, Chuck has rented boats and taught sailing in Southwest Harbor, Maine for over forty years. The current business began in 1973 and became incorporated in 1977. We are now in our 50th anniversary year!

The name Mansell was chosen to honor Robert Mansell, the original owner of the island when he purchased it for 110 English pounds in 1622.

Our team at Mansell Boat Rental Company has extensive knowledge and experience in the boating and sailing industry. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best sailing and boating experience possible.

Services

We offer a variety of services to cater to all your sailing and boating needs.

Sailboat Rentals

We have an excellent selection of sailboats and yachts to choose from beginning with a Rhodes 19 foot, then the Cal 31 foot WindDancer. All are in excellent shape for your sailing pleasure.

Motorboat Rentals

A motorboat maximizes the places that you can see and go to within your allotted time. We have a wide choice of boats from a 17' Mako, a 19' Outrage, and Aquasport, to a 21' 4" Boston Whaler Revenge and 21' Horizon.

Sailing Lessons

This is the perfect time to fulfill your dream of learning to sail or to polish up on a few unfinished skills. Learn from an experienced instructor over the course of 2 - 3 hours in a spectacular setting next to Acadia National Park.

Captain Services

This is a great option for anyone who loves to boat or sail but would prefer a "hands-free" way with the driving left to an experienced Captain who is also very knowledgeable about the area.

Sightseeing

There is nothing quite like getting to experience the ocean and wildlife views by boat around Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. Avoid the crowds by taking advantage of this special tour!

Date with Captain

Consider this special 2-person option for friends and family on the Cal 31 for just $795 ($895 for 4, $995 for 6). This is a Private sail - No dogs/no small children.