How do I make a reservation?
We require a name, home address, work number and or mobile
number and a credit card number. This is entered into our reservation
system and you will receive an email confirmation. Nothing is charged
on the card until the day of the rental. The credit card you wish to
pay with must be present at time of delivery. Different cards may be
used for security deposit versus rental charge. A 2% cash discount
will does apply. Please keep in mind we will communicating with you
at the beginning and end of your rental, if you do not have service
on your mobile phone or plan to turn it off while on vacation,
please call us with your house or cabin phone number.
How do I set up arrangements to get my boat?
We ask that you call us one day before you are due to receive
your boat, (after 1pm preferable). At this time we will put you in
touch with our dispatcher to offer directions, answer questions and
do a final check on accessories requested and then set up a time
for delivery, the next day.
Do we have to pay for gas?
Yes, we will deliver your boat full of fuel and give you two
options. You can pre pay for a tank of fuel at just under pump
price or post pay for gas at $1.00 extra per gallon Please keep
in mind, boat gas gages are not usually that accurate due to
waves and angle of the boat, so sometimes when gages show
they may actually be less than half of a tank.
Average gas usage:
for solid use: Jet Skis 4 hours per tank, Ski boats will most
likely last a day on one tank. Pontoon boats can last one to
two days on one tank Average gas usage: Jet Skis 4 hours per tank, Ski boats will last a day on one tank. Pontoon boats can last one to two days on one tank
How far do we deliver?
We deliver anywhere there is water in Northern Michigan. However,
unfortunately due to gas prices we have had to implement a charge for
ski boats and pontoon boats of $1.70 per loaded mile from our home base
for delivery and pickup. Should gas prices increase this may have to be
adjusted !
What is you cancellation policy?
We ask that should you have to cancel, we need at least a seven-day
notice to try to rebook the equipment we have held for YOU. If we can
rebook the product you will not charged. If not you will be charged the
full rental price. Please be sure of your plans before you reserve a
boat we have a very short season.
How far do we deliver?
We deliver, jet skis and ski boats FREE for 15 miles and $1 per mile
thereafter. Pontoon boats are charged at $35 per delivery inside 15
miles, plus regular rates outside.
What if it is bad weather?
Weather is always a hard one, as ones view is very subjective,
and lake conditions vary greatly, so it is up to you to monitor
wind direction and determine if you think you may need to change
lakes. We are only too glad to offer our knowledgeable input on
other lake options. e.g. If you book a ski boat on one of the bays
and it's a Northerly wind, the bays will be very rough and many
other lakes could be smooth. If it is raining in the morning make
sure you look at the overall day forecast before calling to cancel
your boat, often it clears 10ish and is nice. If it is raining
solidly all day and we close our beach location there is No Charge, on daily rentals.
Insurance
Sunset Watersports now offers boat and jet ski physical damage insurance
you can purchase. Since only SOME home owner policies cover
'Recreational Rentals' this insurance is optional, so please consult
your home owners policy first. When making your decision please consider
the following:
Dock rash from scrapping against a dock, usually costs $800 plus to
repaint.
Outdrives under the boat that often hit rocks are $2500 plus
Downtime while your boat is being repaired at retail rates
While we do not want to scare you, we like everyone to be informed to
potential hazards under the water on a lake you may not be familiar with :
Boat Insurance options: $1000 deductible $33.00 per day
/ $2500 deductible $20.00 per day
Jet Ski Insurance options -$1000 deductible $28.00 per day
Jet ski Rules and Regulations
As long as used safely jet skis are a lot of fun, however there are a few strict regulations that may help guide you rental decisions. Any person born after December 31st 1978 must receive a boater's safety certificate. This certificate consists of Sunset Watersports giving both operational and safety instruction to all potential operators at the time of delivery. After receiving instruction you must sign and CARRY A COPY OF THE RENTAL AGREEMENT on the Jet Ski at all times. IT'S THE LAW !!
Boating Rules and Regulations
Please consult the Michigan boat laws at
http://boat-ed.com/mi/handbook/index.htm
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