Onota Boat Livery ("the Livery") is nestled on the north shore of Onota Lake (the largest lake in
Pittsfield, MA and the second largest lake in the Berkshires). Back in the 1920's it was little more
than a shack that locals went to for live bait and worms. The prior owners purchased the property
in the mid-1970's and constructed a more substantial building. They began selling tackle and
boats, and gave the business its current name.
Tom and Paula Dailey bought the Livery in 1991 when Tom left his 25-year career as an electrical
engineer with General Electric. He'd been around boats his whole life, so selling and servicing
them came quite naturally. He was doing very well, until the building burned down in early 1994.
With patience and perseverance, he rebuilt the building, adding considerably to its size and
inventory.
Paula, a CPA and former finance manager with KB Toys, joined Tom full-time in 2002. Although
she'd done the "back office" work prior to that, eliminating her corporate job let her spend more
time fine-tuning the retail end of the business and getting to know the customers and service staff.
The Livery currently has 2 full-time mechanics, Ken & Shaun. Ken, who came on board in 2000,
has over 30 years experience with marine engines of all kinds. Shaun joined us in 2010 with years
automotive mechanical experience which he quickly translated to marine applications.
Pittsfield, MA and the second largest lake in the Berkshires). Back in the 1920's it was little more
than a shack that locals went to for live bait and worms. The prior owners purchased the property
in the mid-1970's and constructed a more substantial building. They began selling tackle and
boats, and gave the business its current name.
Tom and Paula Dailey bought the Livery in 1991 when Tom left his 25-year career as an electrical
engineer with General Electric. He'd been around boats his whole life, so selling and servicing
them came quite naturally. He was doing very well, until the building burned down in early 1994.
With patience and perseverance, he rebuilt the building, adding considerably to its size and
inventory.
Paula, a CPA and former finance manager with KB Toys, joined Tom full-time in 2002. Although
she'd done the "back office" work prior to that, eliminating her corporate job let her spend more
time fine-tuning the retail end of the business and getting to know the customers and service staff.
The Livery currently has 2 full-time mechanics, Ken & Shaun. Ken, who came on board in 2000,
has over 30 years experience with marine engines of all kinds. Shaun joined us in 2010 with years
automotive mechanical experience which he quickly translated to marine applications.
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| ONOTA BOAT LIVERY on Onota Lake in Pittsfield, MA |
463 Pecks Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 442-1724
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 442-1724
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Last, but REALLY not least, are our
four-legged faithful companions, Susie and
Penny (both purebred Golden Retrievers).
When they're not snoozing next to the bait
machine or wood stove, or playing ball, or
"fishing" under the docks, they're ready to
greet our customers with a smile and a wag!
four-legged faithful companions, Susie and
Penny (both purebred Golden Retrievers).
When they're not snoozing next to the bait
machine or wood stove, or playing ball, or
"fishing" under the docks, they're ready to
greet our customers with a smile and a wag!
| Open 7 days a week! Weekdays 7AM to 5:30PM Weekends 7AM to 5:00PM |