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Dry Stack Boat Storage and Services Without the Hassle

At The Boathouse at Benders Ferry, we pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and pristine facilities. Our dedicated team is here to make your boating experience seamless, whether you need a quick refuel, a well-stocked store, or long-term storage you can count on. Spend less time worrying and more time on the water.

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Share your boat details and our team will follow up about enclosed dry storage, fit, pricing, and concierge access.

Concierge Boat Storage SpeedyDock Access 236 Enclosed Storage Spaces Boats Up To 32 Feet 50 PWC Spaces 20,000 LB Lift Capacity Old Hickory Lake Concierge Boat Storage SpeedyDock Access 236 Enclosed Storage Spaces Boats Up To 32 Feet 50 PWC Spaces 20,000 LB Lift Capacity Old Hickory Lake

Core services

Storage, preparation, and lake-day support.

Our core services center on protecting your boat and removing work from the time between your arrival and the water.

Enclosed Dry Storage

Annual enclosed storage for 236 boats up to 32 feet, plus dedicated space for 50 personal watercraft

Marina Store

Grab-and-go convenience for all your on-the-water needs, from snacks to marine supplies.

Fuel Station

Fuel service is available for storage customers and can be provided while your boat is being prepared through SpeedyDock.

Boat storage

Enclosed dry storage for 236 boats near Nashville.

The custom-designed facility was built by Roof & Rack, Inc., a builder of marine storage facilities. Its position preserves a buffer of trees between the waterfront and the building.

236 boats

Annual enclosed dry storage for boats up to 32 feet in length.

50 personal watercraft

Dedicated storage space for PWC customers.

20,000-pound lift

Professional movement in and out of position on the storage racks.

Frequently asked questions

Helpful answers before you arrive.

What size boats can you store?

The enclosed dry storage facility accommodates boats up to 32 feet. Contact the team with your exact dimensions so they can check the fit.

Do you offer PWC storage?

Yes. The facility has 50 personal watercraft storage spaces, subject to current capacity.

Is fuel available to the public?

No. Fuel service is reserved for storage customers and can be arranged as part of SpeedyDock boat preparation.

Is the office available year-round?

The main Gallatin Marina office is open year-round, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. On-site staff at The Boathouse at Benders Ferry are available during marina operating hours only.

What dry stack boat storage means at The Boathouse

Dry stack boat storage keeps your boat out of the water on a rack inside a building, and lowers it in only when you want to use it. At The Boathouse at Benders Ferry, that rack is under a roof and our crew does the lifting. Dry stack storage like this suits owners who use the boat often but would rather skip the trailer, the ramp and a hull soaking in lake water.

Boat rack storage, sized for most runabouts

Our enclosed boat rack storage takes boats up to 32 feet long. A lift rated to 20,000 pounds handles every move between rack and water. Fit depends on more than length, so send the length, beam and height, including any tower, and the team will check it against the racks.

A boat valet service called SpeedyDock

Think of SpeedyDock as a boat valet. You send a request saying when you will arrive. Our crew retrieves the boat, launches it and has it ready at the dock. That takes the waiting out of rack storage, which is the usual complaint about it, and it means your day starts on the water rather than in a queue.

Fuel as part of the same request

If you want fuel, ask for it with the launch. The crew fills the boat while preparing it, with ethanol-free fuel treated with Primrose. This is a storage customer service only; The Boathouse does not run a public fuel dock.

PWC storage for 50 personal watercraft

The building also sets aside 50 spaces for personal watercraft. PWC storage indoors keeps jet skis out of the sun and rain between rides, and they launch through the same request process as the boats. Spaces depend on current capacity, so check before you plan around one.

The marina store and on-site staff

In the marina store you can pick up cold beer and soft drinks, bagged ice and snacks, plus sunscreen, shades, life jackets and a few clothing items. Staff are on site during the seasonal hours listed on the contact page. Away from those hours, the Rubright main office at Gallatin Marina handles calls on weekdays throughout the year.

Who dry stack storage works well for

It works well for owners who boat regularly through the season and want to keep the boat clean and protected. It also suits people who have trailered for years and are tired of ramps on Saturday mornings. If you like to work on your own boat for long stretches, talk to the team first so they can explain how access works around the racks.

Questions to ask before you sign up

Ask how far ahead to send a launch request in peak season, how fuel requests work, and what happens to the boat between uses. The team can also explain how SpeedyDock access is set up for new customers. Phone 615-758-2999 or send the form on this page, and read more about our indoor boat storage.

Dry stack compared with a wet slip

With a wet slip the boat stays floating, ready for an evening spent aboard. Dry stack trades that for a clean hull, no bottom growth and a boat that is out of the weather. Owners who mostly launch, run and return tend to prefer the rack. If evenings tied up at the dock are your idea of boating, a slip will suit you better. Both have their place, and the Rubright family’s Gallatin Marina across the lake offers covered slips if that suits you better.

Whatever you choose, the team at The Boathouse will be straight with you about whether dry stack is right for your boat and the way you use it.

Plan before you arrive

Concierge boating starts before you reach the lake.

Learn about dry storage, understand SpeedyDock access, or speak with our team before heading to Benders Ferry.

Request Storage Information

Tell us about your boat and receive the right next steps.

Send a request

SpeedyDock Access

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How it works

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615-758-2999