Commonly Asked Questions
How old do I need to be to rent a boat? What other requirements need to be met?
To rent and operate any boat you must be at least 21 years old with a valid divers license. For the safety of all passengers and to ensure an enjoyable experience, we require that renters have prior boating experience. If you are a first-time boater or are nervous about driving a rental boat, we recommend to call Kent for advice.
What is your cancellation policy?
For any cancellations more than 7 days before the rental, there is a 2.9% administration fee. 7 days before your rental, but more than 48 hrs, there is a 10% administration fee. 48 hrs before your rental there are no refunds given. If the weather is dangerous, determined by Kent, then you will receive a full refund, minus a 2.9% administration fee, if you cannot reschedule to another day. We cannot give refunds for cooler than expected weather or windy and cloudy conditions.
When is payment due and how do I make a reservation for a boat rental?
For a one day boat rental, the full amount will be charged at time of booking. For a multi-day boat rental, a deposit is required and the remaining balance is due 7 days prior to your rental date and will be charged to your credit card on file. You can make the payment in your customer portal anytime. Full payment is also accepted at time of booking if you so choose. You can book online or call Kent directly to make a reservation for your boat rental.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are allowed but must be approved by Kent first. Text or call Kent to get approval before booking online. There is a fee of $50 for one dog. We recommend leaving your dog at home, but do allow dogs of up to 25lbs. Any signs of an unauthorized dog onboard will incur a $250 fee.
Can we ski or tube behind the boats?
You can tube, ski, and wakeboard behind our pontoons and ski boats. We offer tubes, wakeboards, skis, free of charge with a boat rental from Kent’s Coeur d’Alene Boat Rentals.
Can we boat anywhere on the lake?
We allow our boats to travel basically the whole lake as well as the Spokane River. Kent will advise you on the lakes hazards when you pick up the boat. We do not recommend going to Harrison as it takes up your whole day! We have tried the ice cream and have found better in Coeur d’Alene. We do not allow our boats to go on either the Coeur d’Alene River or the St Joe River. Lake CDA has a history of logging, so always watch out for logs or “deadheads” especially when cruising the Spokane River. We advise you to stay in the middle of the river. The shore is very shallow with many hazards. You are responsible for any prop damage to the boat which may occur if you go into shallow areas or near shore.
Passenger & Weight Capacity
Each boat has its own Coast Guard approved weight and passenger capacity. If these limits are exceeded, the rental may be canceled at Kent’s discretion with no refunds issued. Safety is a top priority, and final judgement rests with Kent, according to the law.
You do not need a boaters license, but must be an experienced driver.
Where do we meet?
Our on-water location is located at Lakeside Marina at the Harbor Center near 1031 N Academic Way, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. There is free on-site parking and you just walk down to Lakeside Marina and board your boat. If you have gear to unload, park down at the unloading area and look for a silver cart. The carts are usually by the blue sandwich boards or by the big rocks. Walk down the bike path until you see the entrance to the second set of docks. Look for the big blue GAS sign. We are the second set of docks located closest to the bridge. We have dock space at LAKESIDE MARINA and are NOT AFFILIATED WITH KJ. DO NOT GO TO THE FIRST SET OF DOCKS.
What extra fees are charged?
At Kent’s CDA Boat Rentals we do not charge extra for equipment, no upcharge for gas, and no mandatory “damage fee” or “insurance fee”. You will be charged tax and a small online booking fee. You are responsible for refueling the boat. There are gas pumps at our dock at Lakeside Marina to make the end of your day stress free. We only charge a fee when you choose to bring a small dog onboard.
Where do I get gas?
Conveniently refuel at Lakeside Marina when you return the boat, making the end of your rental stress free. If you need gas during your day on the lake, there are multiple marinas that sell gas. If you decide to venture to Harrison, you will need to get gas there. We do not recommend going to Harrison.
Is there a cleaning fee?
The $50 cleaning fee ONLY applies if the boat is returned in an excessively dirty condition, beyond normal use, that would require extra time and effort to clean. To avoid this charge, we kindly ask renters to return the boat in a reasonably clean state.
What is included with a rental?
All life vests are included with your rental. Everything you need for safety purposes and for tying and docking are provided. We also include the use of a few towels, which are washed after each rental. You can choose to have a tube, skis, and wakeboard with each rental. We recommend only choosing a tube for a pontoon rental, but people have used skis and wakeboards also. We offer the rental of an ice chest with ice.
Do you deliver?
We are located at Lakeside Marina at the mouth of the Spokane River on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Our boats are stored in the water and are ready to depart from the dock. We have delivery options to other lakes, but you must call to make arrangements prior to making a reservation. If you would like delivery of your rental boat directly to your dock on Lake Coeur d’Alene or the Spokane River, please call Kent to inquire about your options.
We will trailer the boat to another lake if you have talked to Kent and made arrangements for a rental on another lake.
