Nautical Boat Club Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Nautical Boat Club offers a hassle-free boating experience with access to a fleet of boats, maintenance, and training included, ensuring members can enjoy the water without the stress of ownership.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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24
+
20%
20%
Franchise fee
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$60,000
Investment
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$564,000 - $1,037,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$835,000
+
-15.2%
-15.2%
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Founded in 1994 in Austin, Texas, Nautical Boat Club introduced the concept of the Boating Country Club® to the United States. With its headquarters still based in Austin, the brand expanded into franchising to make its innovative boating lifestyle available to more communities across the country.
Nautical Boat Club provides its members with unlimited use of a wide selection of top-tier boats, such as center-console models, luxury tri-toons, sport boats, double-decker party boats, and wakeboard/surf boats. This diverse fleet allows members to enjoy a variety of water activities without the burdens tied to traditional boat ownership.
The club distinguishes itself by delivering a premium, hassle-free boating experience. Members can immerse themselves in a luxury boating lifestyle without the complications typically involved with purchasing, leasing, or renting a boat.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Nautical Boat Club franchise is $564,000 - $1,037,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$60,000
Real Estate
$16,200 to $47,250
Office Rental
$4,500 to $13,500
Leasehold Improvements
$5,000 to $10,000
Fleet Inventory
$390,000 to $720,000
Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment
$2,500 to $10,000
Computer Hardware and Software
$2,000 to $5,000
Exterior Signage
$2,500 to $5,000
Soft Costs
$2,500 to $5,000
Insurance
$15,000 to $25,000
Boat Outfitting Equipment, Supplies & Toys
$5,000 to $10,000
Training Costs
$1,500 to $2,500
Security and Utility Deposits
$1,000 to $2,000
Business Licenses
$1,000 to $2,000
Advertising Expenses
$30,000 to $50,000
Additional Funds (up to 10 months from opening)
$30,000 to $70,000
Total
$563,700 to $1,037,250
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$60,000
Real Estate
$16,200 to $47,250
Office Rental
$4,500 to $13,500
Leasehold Improvements
$5,000 to $10,000
Fleet Inventory
$390,000 to $720,000
Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment
$2,500 to $10,000
Computer Hardware and Software
$2,000 to $5,000
Exterior Signage
$2,500 to $5,000
Soft Costs
$2,500 to $5,000
Insurance
$15,000 to $25,000
Boat Outfitting Equipment, Supplies & Toys
$5,000 to $10,000
Training Costs
$1,500 to $2,500
Security and Utility Deposits
$1,000 to $2,000
Business Licenses
$1,000 to $2,000
Advertising Expenses
$30,000 to $50,000
Additional Funds (up to 10 months from opening)
$30,000 to $70,000
Total
$563,700 to $1,037,250
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Nautical Boat Club's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Nautical Boat Club had 24 total units in 2024, of which 24 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
In the Nautical Boat Club franchise system, the Franchisor provides a structured set of training programs to prepare franchisees for operations:
Initial Training Program The Franchisor offers an initial training program that covers operations, software, marketing, and fleet management. This training is conducted both in the classroom and on-the-job at the headquarters in Austin, Texas, and consists of 20–40 hours for each component.
On-Site Opening Assistance In connection with the launch of the Nautical Boat Club, the Franchisor sends a representative to the franchisee’s location to provide on-site pre-opening and opening assistance for approximately 5 to 7 days. This assistance ensures that the franchisee can properly implement the operational model from day one.
Supplemental Advisory Assistance After the initial training, the Franchisor remains available to provide additional advisory assistance on a reasonable request basis or whenever they find it necessary. This support is aligned with the guidelines specified in the Brand Standards Manual.
Territory Protection
In the Nautical Boat Club franchise system, franchisees are granted a Designated Area but are not guaranteed exclusive territory. The Franchisor reserves the right to compete within the franchisee’s area despite the designation.
Franchisees are also restricted from operating a competing business within 50 miles of their Designated Area or any other Nautical Boat Club location after the franchise ends. Thus, territory protection is limited and conditional.
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