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CUSTOM WOODEN BOATS

Do not despair. We can help. We have the skills and expertise in building custom wooden boats and crafting the boat design you have been searching for. If you have a design in mind, please do not hesitate to call and discuss your ideas with us.

 

We have built two Moth sailboats merging together a couple of different classic designs to accommodate the owner’s vision. Check out Lil Suzy and Lil Suzy II as example custom wooden boats we have recently built. Another customer was looking for a dory that he could camp and sail around Penobscot Bay in. This custom wooden boat idea turned into the Navicula Mia.

 

Also, a local architect came to us with a plan of his own design he had been knocking around with for years and that became the NonPareil sloop.

Currently we are working on a very special custom wooden boat of historic origins we will soon share. As a custom wooden boat builder, we can handle your build and help you to reach your vision. We welcome you to come to us with your ideas and see what we can come up with.

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OUR CUSTOM BOAT GALLERY

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING

OUR BOATS

Newly completed, exceptionally crafted wooden boat by Cottrell Boatbuilders, Maine

BUILD YOUR DREAM BOAT

Start building your boat. Select your style of boat and length, along with your preferred finishes. If you're not sure what kind of boat you want, we're always happy to chat and guide you towards the right boat for you!

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"It's not just a boat but a work of art, and as much as I love rowing it, I also love seeing it rocking in the water when I look out our window... we continue to enjoy it enormously."

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JOHN S.

12' Whitehall Owner

"It’s a delightful boat to row. Having a special boat makes it special.  I’ve had people run down to their dock and say; that’s a beautiful boat! I’ll never be an artist but I’m rowing a piece of art."

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RICHARD B.

Penobscot Wherry Owner

"The boat exceeded all our expectations... people of all ages stop to admire and comment on the excellent workmanship, quality and finish... one of the nicest small wooden boats we have ever seen and owned."  

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JOHN T.

Chaisson Dory Owner

"The boat is just incredibly beautiful and we feel so lucky to have it... we’re really appreciative"  

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JANA L.

Cottrell Boat Owner

"It may possibly be the best investment I ever made, at least the most soul satisfying one."  

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JONATHAN W.

Cottrell Catspaw Owner

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