Eildon Boat Club (EBC) is the premier boat club on Lake Eildon with around 700 members and 450 houseboats and cruisers moored in Anderson Harbour, which is close to the Eildon township and well protected from the prevailing weather conditions.
Members enjoy a close community spirit where there is a wide diversity of demographic backgrounds and where new members find it easy to make friends.
If you are considering a 'sea change' then a houseboat and membership at the Eildon Boat Club is the optimum holiday experience that caters for the whole family. The club offers facilities that are unmatched on the lake, including the ability to store and maintain your houseboat or cruiser, and any other marine craft such as runabouts, PWCs etc.
Benefits Of Being An EBC Member
The Club offers a high level of security with staff living on site. Staff are available to assist in the event of an emergency, storm or just to assist members when necessary. We also have regular security checks to identify any abuse of our security system. Access to the club's leased area is strictly controlled by our electronic access key system that allows access through the gates as well as provides a NO interest credit facility at our Fuel Barge, Shop, Bar and Bistro.
The Directors and Management are pro active in their efforts, constantly improving the facilities for our members and maintaining an efficient and safe work environment for our staff.
Our staff are available to assist members with a number of services including gas and other deliveries to your boat, ferrying fees to the work jetties, fuel barge, and pump out station at Point Worner. They will also launch and retrieve runabouts if requested. There is a nominal charge for these services, however, by utilizing them it sometimes makes the holiday more relaxing.
Staff are also available to assist members in times of inclement weather or with any special needs (eg disabled family members or guests).
Membership Options at EBC
Eildon Boat Club has a number of membership choices to suit new Members. Additional options for Existing Members are also detailed here.
The information shown below is a summary of the EBC Board Policy decisions made in reference to the Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association of Eildon Boat Club.
As a new member at Eildon Boat Club you have the opportunity to join in one of the following membership categories:
Should you have any queries about any of the membership categories, please feel free to contact the Club during office hours.
Some Important Notes for prospective Members:
- Applicants must be over 18 years of age.
- Eildon Boat Club is a non-profit organisation where memberships are not transferable.
What's Next?
Buying a Houseboat
Information on boat brokers that offer boats for sale can be viewed here.
Types of Memberships Offered
Full Membership - where you are able to enter into agreements to moor (marina pen) and store vessels (dry storage sheds) and have voting rights at the Annual General Meeting. A joining fee has been set by the Club to cover your contribution to over $4,000,000 in Club assets that you will have immediate access to.
Social Membership - where you do not have the right to enter into agreements to moor and store vessels or vote at The Annual General Meeting. All other services and privileges are equal to that of a Full Member.
Why Join EBC?
Anyone considering buying a houseboat should not make any decision before visiting the Eildon Boat Club to discuss the services and facilities available at our great club. When you consider your boat purchase as a lifestyle family decision over at least five years, you will soon see that Eildon Boat Club provides great value when compared to other clubs on the lake.
What's next?
Simply call the club during business hours on (03) 5774 2040, and the Club General Manager will then return your call to discuss your enquiry. An appointment can be made to meet with the Club General Manager and view the Club Facilities.
Once you have seen what we have to offer, you will confidently make the decision to spend your quality time on the lake and join EBC.
View Frequently Asked Questions by New Members
How to Apply for Membership
Once you have decided on the membership category which bests suits your needs, please complete the relevant applicable application form below and return a signed copy with your references and payment by mail to Eildon Boat Club, PO Box 11, Eildon, Victoria 3713.
Application for Full Membership.pdf
Application for Social Membership.pdf
Application for Family Membership.pdf
What You Need To Include In Your Application
- To be returned with your application form are five references which includes:
- three personal references
- one reference from your Proposer and one reference from your Seconder. The Proposer and Seconder must be Full Members of the Club. If you do not know any Members of the Club, please leave this section blank and the Membership Committee will complete these details after the New Members meeting
- Your joining fees and annual subscription fees should be returned with your application. Upon receipt, an Interim Membership* will be made available to you.
How Your Application Is Processed
Your name and address is posted on the notice board at the Eildon Boat Club for a period of 21 days prior to the next Board meeting. Acceptance of your membership is at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Interim Membership
Once your application and fees have been received, the Manager will provide you with a 60 day Interim Membership. This will allow you to enjoy the facilities at the Club pending the acceptance of your application by the Board of Directors.
