A recent competition for the “best job in the world” was won by a Brit, as caretaker on an island in Australia, we think we have gone one better, sun sea sand and boats, lots of boats. All this just two and a half hours from central Europe, we know where we would rather be! Boatshedalgarve.com

Brothers Gary and Russell Francis established Boatshedalgarve.com in 2005, initially opening in Albufeira with a further expansion to Vilamoura in 2007, when their first and invaluable employee, Cristina Martins joined. On the expansion list are Marinas Lagos, Portimao, Faro and Olhao.

Boating is a dream for many and a reality for a few, however, it is in the grasp of most, whether it be a sailing dingy or open fishing boat, all you really need is the passion for the outdoor life and a sense of adventure. This we have in “spades” our passion for the outdoors and the freedom to go where most people do not, has inspired us to deliver the dream.

Our business is similar “dare we say it” to real estate agents, albeit we are dealing with floating property essentially used boats sales. In many cases Boatshedalgarve.com customers opt for an ocean view, upon the ocean rather than on terra firma, these days a three bedroom boat is likely to be less expensive than a three bedroom apartment with a marina view.

Marketing of second hand boats on the internet has exploded during the last five years, now approximately 50% of Boatshedalgarve.com sales are to overseas clients who have access to detailed photographs (up to 70) online, in some cases making a purchase without travelling to this paradise in the sun. Approximately 15% of our deals are used yacht sales with the remainder power boat sales, however, due to the credit crunch we are seeing increasing interest in starter yachts.

Some statistics:
Boatshed.com is a franchise network we have over 70 offices around the world
Average of 2.2 viewing's per boat before its sold.
170-190 boats viewed per second on our website's.
The largest independent database of boat buyers in the world.

The remaining 50% of our used boat sales are made up of local sales where traditional media such as the Portugal News, Local Radio and most importantly networking/socialising at the marinas.

Services that we at Boatshedalgarve.com provide are not simply limited to marketing, once the negotiation is completed the real work starts ! We organise training, surveys, lift outs, transport, registration, maintenance, moorings, storage, the list goes on. Our agreements are based upon the trade body B.M.F. (British Marine Federation) standards, of which we are full and active members.

Our clients enter the virtual “Boatshed Algarve Club” our philosophy is to maintain a long term relationship with our customers throughout their boating experience, to provide help and advice along the way together with backup when things don’t always go to plan.

We are currently looking to expand our operation, the territory is vast and we need Agents with a passion for the outdoors and most importantly the ambition, personality and commitment, to extend our coverage therefore increasing our market share, if you would like a share in the best job in the world ? contact Russell or Gary for further information Tel 289 502 419.