What Is The Best Boat For Families? Our Top 4 Safe & Reliable Boats

Investing in a boat is exciting, there’s no doubt about that. But if you plan on taking the whole family out on the water, safety is probably the first thing on your mind. At Sovereign Yachts Stuart, we carry boats that are reliable while still providing the amenities you need to go all-out on family fun. Take a look at our top boat types paired with the best models from our selection:

1. The Humble Bowrider For Traditional Family Getaways

Bowriders are the go-to choice for most families because of their versatility to fit most needs. Whether you have a household of three, five, or more, bowriders come in all sorts of sizes, giving you just the right amount of room to make and share unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Bowriders are also flexible in their cost, ranging from affordable prices for simple models to boats geared more toward the luxury market.

Monterey Bowriders Are Highly Dependable

Simple and safe perfectly describe Monterey bowriders. Their simplicity helps with their cost, making them more accessible to a wider market. But most importantly, Montereys are known for their safety ratings and other safety measures in the build itself:

• NMMA Certified
• Stainless steel components
• Grab rails

Monterey models aren’t just safe. Everyone in the family will enjoy entertainment features like a crisp 40-inch screen, Blu-ray player, coolers, and so on. These amenities can be found in bowriders like the Monterey 385SS and other similar models.

2. Cabin Cruisers: Laying the Groundwork For Safe Entertainment

If you’re looking for more of a cruise and not just a ride out on the water, cabin cruisers are your ticket to a safe and enjoyable time for the whole family. These mini cruise ships offer a high level of safety just like bowriders, if not more. They have greater stability since they can be nearly the size of a mobile home. Every member of the family will have something to enjoy, whether it be the lounge area, wet bar, ice maker, and other fun features that make cabin cruisers something to brag about.

The Marquis M42 Is Luxury Redefined

Did any of the features we mentioned above pique your interest? All of those (and more) can be found on the Marquis M42, one of our favorite cabin cruisers for families. This cruiser is the epitome of safe family fun:

• NMMA Certified
• Meets U.S. Coast Guard safety standards
• Stainless steel components
• Fixed swim ladder
• Grab rails

3. Safety Standards In Fishing and Sporting Boats

For families that can’t get enough fishing or other water sports during the year, these specialized boats are perfect for accommodating your shared hobbies while prioritizing your safety. Similar to a bowrider but more accommodating towards active families, fishing and sporting boats like the Scout 420 LXF are crafted with your safety and situational awareness in mind:

• Epoxy-infused hull for greater stability
• Navigation lights
• Magnetic compass
• Dimming bolster and hardtop lights
• LED spreader lights

4. Aim Higher With Upscaled Walkarounds

Treat your family to something big with a wide and sturdy walkaround boat that’s crafted for longer stays on the water. Walkarounds like the Grady White Freedom series allow you to focus on kicking back and relaxing with the peace of mind that comes from intuitive safety accommodations:

• Siren Marine vessel monitoring system
• Automatic bilge pumps
• Enclosed bow
• Bow grab rails
• Stainless steel components
• Basic flotation devices
• Carbon monoxide detector
• Magnetic compass

Take the Family Boating! Visit Sovereign Yachts Today

Bring the family down to Sovereign Yachts Stuart and let us help you find the perfect boat that everyone will love! We have bowriders, cabin cruisers, sporting boats, and walkarounds in top brands known for their reliability. Visit us today for a personal tour!