Boat Reservations

Whether you’re spending an afternoon fishing with the kids or planning a week-long houseboat adventure, East Port Marina has the perfect boat for your time on Dale Hollow Lake. Browse our day rental fleet or explore our fully equipped houseboats.

The Freedom and the Lady Liberty are East Port Marina’s premier 80′ houseboats, recently renovated inside and out. These houseboats are built for the ultimate group getaway on Dale Hollow Lake. Both boats sleep up to 12 guests across six queen-size bedrooms with two full bathrooms, hot showers, central heat and air, a full kitchen, gas grill, big screen TV, hot tub, and two water slides (all amenities are listed in the FAQ below). Whether you’re here for a long weekend or a full week, the Freedom and the Lady Liberty deliver a five-star experience from the moment you step on board.

Ready to claim your boat? The Lady Liberty and The Freedom book up fast, especially during peak summer. Reserve your dates online or call us at (931) 879-7511

The Lady Liberty

The Freedom

Houseboat Pricing

Please call the marina at (931) 879-7511 for pricing information.

Pre-Arrival Grocery Stocking

East Port Marina now offers pre-arrival grocery stocking for houseboat guests. Order online before your stay, and we’ll deliver and stock your groceries directly onto your boat before you arrive. Skip the grocery store, and start your vacation immediately!

Rental Info & FAQ

Everything you need to know before your stay. Upon booking you will receive a confirmation that explains policies and has more info. We suggest using this houseboat rental info page, our general info/FAQ page and the confirmation email in order to properly prepare for your stay with us.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call the marina at (931) 879-7511.

Houseboat Inventory (80 ft - 6 Bedroom Houseboats)

Bedrooms

Kitchen & Living Area

Full size fridge & freezer
Electric stove & oven
Microwave
Coffee maker (drip and pods)
Plates, cups, and silverware
Pots, pans, bakeware & cooking utensils
Food prep items such a bowls, knives, cutting boards, peeler, measuring cups, etc
Grilling utensils
Dining table with at least 12 seats
Dish soap and sponge
Trash can and trash bags
Couch(es)
TV, DVD player, radio or speakers, and marine radio
Vacuum, broom and dustpan, mop

Bathrooms

Top Deck

Front Deck

What to Bring (Suggested List)

Personal toiletries
Personal life jackets & water sport gear
Water sport equipment, floaties, water loungers, etc
Food & beverages for your stay
Salt, pepper & spices
Aluminum foil & plastic wrap
Ziplock bags, disposable plastic ware, paper plates
Napkins and/or paper towels
Cleaning supplies besides dish soap

Coffee and coffee filters (for a drip pot) or coffee pods
DVDs, charging cords, hotspots
Any favorite blankets/pillows
Books, games, playing cards
Sunscreen, bug repellent, first aid kit
Garbage bags (if you expect to exceed the provided bags)
Toilet paper (if you expect to exceed the provided rolls)
Flashlights
Fishing gear
Hangers

General Information & Policies

There is NO SMOKING in any of our houseboats (cigarettes, cigars, marijuana or vapes) There is a $300 smoking fee if you're caught smoking inside the boat.
These house boats are NOT pet friendly, if you bring a pet onto the house boat it will incur termination of your agreement and removal of guests with no refund.
Our boats DO NOT have WIFI, Hotspots or cable.
Each boat comes with ropes to tie up the houseboat, if any ropes are cut, there is a $150 fine per rope cut.
The marina has ice, beer, and small last minute necessities you may have forgotten.
If you have a personal boat that you are bringing, our boat launch is free and we have trailer parking. Depending on what type of boat you have you can tow it behind the house boat. This is something you can discuss with staff members during orientation.

Check-In, Check-Out & Parking

Check in at 12pm CENTRAL time, we will try our best to accommodate for early check in but cannot guarantee.
Upon check in, a staff member will speak to you about whether you would like to drive the houseboat and tie up the houseboat yourself or if you would like us to take the houseboat to a cove and tie the boat up. For the second option we do not go past Sunset Marina, so we will put you in a cove between us and Sunset. The staff member will speak with you during orientation to find a cove best fit for your visit.
After your boat is loaded, we only allow for one car per houseboat to be in our main parking lot. We have overflow parking that you will need to move extra cars to.
Check out is at 10 am CENTRAL time, meaning you must be outside the no wake zone by 10 am for pick up. If there are multiple rentals returning the same day, the marina may schedule at different check out time with you. This is only at the discretion of the marina, you may NOT schedule your own check out time. If you are late there is a $50 late fee for every 30 minutes. If the marina tied up your houseboat and you wish for us to pick you up from cove you are in, you must be ready before 10 am, as the marina will be docking your boat at 10am. Depending on where you are parked will determine what time you must be ready for pick up.

Fuel & Utilities

Each houseboat has (2) 200 gallon gas tanks. One for the generator and one for the drive motor. Upon returning to the dock, you will be responsible for the cost of both fuel tanks being refilled.
The water tank is 200 gallons and should last your entire stay, if not you can come to the marina to fill up the tank. Since it is a limited supply we do suggest conserving water the best you can.
You must run the generator for at least twice a day for 4 hours.
The septic tanks on the boats are large enough to accommodate for 12 adults for around 7 days. If your stay is longer you can come to the marina to pump out the tanks.
Due to the septic tanks on the boats, we do not allow for paper products to go into the toilet. Paper products can be disposed of in the provided bathroom trash can.

Capacity & Safety

Each houseboat is equipped with 12 safety vests. (these are to be used only in case of emergency, not for swimming or any water sports). These boats are only equipped for 12 guests, it is important that you do not have more than 12 individuals per boat. Children do count towards the 12.
Average drive speed is 7 MPH.
Houseboats or any marina rentals may not be driven at night. Boats should be tied up by dusk.
No riding, sitting or walking on the rails of the houseboats. If caught doing this, it could result in a fine from the TWRA.
No water sports of any kind allowed off the back of the houseboat.

Cleanliness & Damage

We ask that when you return the boat, it be in a relatively clean state. No dirty dishes, take sheets of used beds, lights and fans off inside and outside of boat, place all trash in outside trash cans or on top deck, all furniture (inside and outside) placed back in their original positions, etc. If there is a need for excessive cleaning, there will be a fee. This fee is determined by the marina depending on the amount of extra cleaning needed.
During your stay if you or your party breaks anything on the boat, please notify staff when you return to the dock so we are able to remedy the situation.
If at any point during your stay, you have mechanical issues, please call the marina at 931-879-7511 so we can get the on site mechanic to work on the issue.

Perfect for a fishing run, family outing, or afternoon on the water. Flexible rental windows to fit your schedule. Book online or call us at (931) 879-7511. Multi-day discounts available for certain watercraft.

15′ Fishing Jon Boat

Equipped with a 20 HP Suzuki with a trolling motor and 2 fishing chairs. Great for 2 fishermen. Comes with life jackets, throw cushion, and paddle.

Alumacraft Pro 175 Bass Boat

This boat has a 70 hp 4-stroke motor, trolling motor, live well, gps, depth finder, and much more. This is a very nice boat that is great for fishing.

18′ Fishing Pontoon

Equipped with a 50 hp Honda engine. Trolling motor and four fishing chairs. You cannot pull a tube or skier with this boat.

18′ Leisurecraft Pontoon

These boats are great for small families on a budget who want the most out of their lake experience. Though this boat won’t pull a skier, it will pull small children on a tube easily. It has 2 fishing chairs, a trolling motor, and a livewell that make it ideal for fisherman as well.