Taking care of your boating needs, we make Ipswich Bay your backyard.

Ipswich, MA is a place full of small town charm, history, and tons of coastal fun!

You’ll find no shortage of ways to enjoy the water, the food, and the neighboring towns while spending time in Ipswich Bay. Think sandy beach days, salty clamming adventures, sunset sails, and trips to nearby spots like Essex, Gloucester, and Rockport. You can explore historic landmarks, grab a bite by the water, or just wander and see where the tide takes you.

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Spend a day at the beach or sand bar

Find your own private section of beach or drop the hook next to some friends at one of the many sandbars such as Roaring Bull, Middle Ground, Sandy Point, Steep Hill or Loudmouth Beaches.

Explore Crane Estate

Anchor up on Steep Hill Beach and take a tour of the historic Crane Estate. Stroll through the beautiful Rose Garden, enjoy a stroll down the Grande Allée.

Henry’s Shortlist: Things to Do in Ipswich Bay

Go fishing and clamming!

Nothing is better than catching your own dinner. Catch some of freshest seafood, Ipswich’s bounty includes Clams, Mussels, Lobster, and Striped Bass.

Get lost up a creek

Explore the natural labyrinths as you navigate through the serene beauty of the Great Marsh.

Enjoy dinner and lunch

Take the boat for an all day excursion, have some classic fired clam lunch in Essex or enjoy the night life in Newburyport or Gloucester.

Bird watch at Plum Island State Refuge

Diverse habitats support over 300 bird species. Key locations for birding include the refuge's Hellcat Wildlife Observation Area, the extensive salt marshes, and Sandy Point State Reservation.

A wrecked wooden ship hull on a sandy beach with cloudy blue sky and a distant green shoreline.
Six shorebirds standing on a small patch of land, reflected in calm water, with a blurry background.
A collection of colorful weathered buoys hanging on a wooden wall outside, with a fishing boat on the ground to the right.

Greens Marine is a comprehensive yacht and marine service center.

We operate out of Greens Point Boat Yard, the only waterfront boat yard in Ipswich. Situated in a serene and convenient location, we are a gateway to the diverse Ipswich Bay and its many beaches, sandbars, and estuaries. 

  • I offer comprehensive yacht services designed to keep your vessel running smoothly, depending on the season. 

    Spring services:

    • Tune up

    • Cosmetic/Gel Coat Repair 

    • Bottom Paint

    • Buffing and Wax

    • Sailboat Rig Tuning 

    • Boat trailer service 

    Fall/haul out 

    • Sailboat de-rigging/ removal of sails 

    • Winterization

      • Engine 

      • Fuel Systems

      • Water

      • Air Conditioning 

    • Shrink Wrap

    • Pressure Washing

  • Dock and structure installation with  specific expertise in working with the unique challenges of a water environment, including currents, tides, water levels, and the corrosive effects of saltwater.

  • Licensed 200-Ton Captain at the helm. Enjoy a day trip or private charter with professional, reliable captaining and local expertise.

  • Safe, secure storage for every season! I’ll ensure your boat is protected and maintained until you’re ready to get back on the water.

  • Looking for your next vessel? I connect buyers and sellers with quality boats, and can guide you throughout the entire process.