Custom Wooden Boat Building in Searsport, Maine: A New Year Update from Cottrell Boatbuilding

As the winter settles in here on the coast of Maine, things are staying warm and busy inside the Cottrell Boatbuilding shop. We hope this message finds you and your family healthy, happy, and looking forward to the warmer days on the water ahead.

As we turn the calendar page, we want to take a moment to thank you—our subscribers, customers, and fellow wooden boat enthusiasts—for your continued support. Building custom wooden boats is a labor of love, and your appreciation for traditional craftsmanship is what keeps our planers humming and the varnish flowing.

Updates for the Upcoming Season

We remain committed to building the finest small craft available, using only the highest quality materials. However, due to the rising costs of these premium materials, we will be adjusting our price list for all new commissions effectively immediately.

This increase ensures we never have to compromise on the structural integrity or the beautiful finish that defines a Cottrell boat.

A Rare Opportunity: One Chaisson Dory Available at 2025 Pricing

Before we fully transition to our new pricing structure, we have some exciting news for one lucky subscriber.

We currently have one 10ft Chaisson Dory available for

sale at last year's pricing of 12,895

If you have been dreaming of owning what is arguably the finest yacht tender ever designed, this is your moment. Known for their exceptional stability, ease of rowing, and beautiful lines, our Chaisson Dories are built to last generations.

Why choose this Chaisson Dory?

• Handcrafted Excellence: Built right here in Searsport, Maine, by our  talented artisan sons Ben and Seth 

• Versatility: Perfect for rowing, sailing, or carrying a small outboard.

• Availability: Skip the build queue and be ready for the water the moment the ice melts.

• Value: Secure this vessel before the 2026 price increase takes effect.

Claim Your Boat

This dory is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to secure this piece of craftsmanship at the legacy price, please reach out to us immediately.

You can contact us via our website at CottrellBoatbuilding.com or give us a call at the shop. 207 548 4277 or cell 207 548 0094

Here’s to fair winds and following seas in the New Year!

Warmly,

The Cottrell Boatbuilding Team