About Us
Expert Service from a Dedicated Team
Rhode River Boat Sales employs 15 full-time professionals who handle every aspect of your boating needs in-house, saving you money while ensuring quality.
Our factory-trained technicians are certified by leading manufacturers
- Engine brands
Mercury, Yamaha, Suzuki, MerCruiser, Volvo - Generator brands
Kohler & Westerbeke - Boat brands
Blackfin, Monterey, Formula, Pioneer, and Bulls Bay
Our technicians undergo rigorous annual certification to guarantee your vessel receives expert care. When you choose us for service, our professional technicians diagnose and resolve issues efficiently and accurately.
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A Legacy Of Excellence On The Chesapeake
For 70 years, Rhode River has built strong relationships with boaters, manufacturers, and staff from our central Chesapeake Bay location. More than just a safe harbor, we've established ourselves as a friendly, full-service marina committed to exceptional service standards and quality equipment sales.
Our story begins with the Behlke family, German immigrants who arrived in 1900. They initially farmed the land surrounding our Germantown Road location before establishing a private marina and marine railway. In 1982, they inspired a young, ambitious 20-year-old boat mechanic named Brian Conner, who first leased the marina from Mr. Behlke before ultimately purchasing it.
Today, Rhode River Marina is an exclusive authorized dealer for premium manufacturers, renowned for our commitment to customer support through comprehensive service.
We've preserved the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere cultivated by the Behlkes while incorporating Brian's vision for cutting-edge technology and superior service.