Sailboats and yachts in their slips at Eldean Shipyard on Lake Macatawa at sunset

Lake Macatawa · Holland, Michigan · Since 1901

Slips with Lake Michigan access, and a boatyard that treats your boat like its own.

One of the oldest active marinas and boatyards in the United States — resort-style amenities, expert marine service, and 85 nautical miles from Chicago.

300+
Boat slips
140 ft
Max vessel length
130,000
Sq. ft. heated storage
250+
Years of crew experience

Our story

More than a century on this water

Eldean Shipyard began in 1901 as Jesiek Brothers Shipyard and has been providing Lake Michigan yachtsmen with first class service for more than 100 years. Today Eldean's is one of the oldest active marinas and boatyard facilities in the United States, and our goal is still the same: first class service and resort style amenities.

Boat slip rental, lodging, transient slips and winter storage are all available at this one-of-a-kind Michigan marina. Great Lakes Boating Magazine names Eldean Shipyard one of the best sailing marinas in Michigan.

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Recognition

  • Marina of the Year — Marina & Dock Age Magazine (inaugural winner)
  • Boat Dealer of the Year — Boat & Motor Dealer
  • Michigan Boating Industry Hall of Fame — Herb Eldean, 1997
  • MBIA Lifetime Achievement Award — Herb Eldean, 2022
  • Certified Marina Manager — Wade Eldean, 2006
  • Michigan Certified Clean Marina
A motor yacht in the Eldean Shipyard travel lift beside the service buildings

The service department

We guarantee our work and craftsmanship

Our professional staff, with over 250 years of combined experience, is ready to meet the many and varying needs of today's yachtsman. We have technicians who specialize in paint, varnish, fiberglass, gelcoat, carpentry, restoration, sailboat rigging, electronics, engine and mechanical work, canvas and upholstery.

Eldean Shipyard is an authorized service center for Island Packet Yachts, Hinckley Yacht Services, American Tug and Regal Yachts.

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Plan your visit

Getting here, and what's waiting when you arrive

Five miles west of Holland on the south shore of Lake Macatawa, where it joins southern Lake Michigan — 85 nautical miles from Chicago by boat, or a 2½ hour drive.

Ready to reserve your spot?

Tell us about your boat and we'll send slip availability, storage options and pricing.